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Delta Police Roll Out Extensive Yuletide Security Plan

Delta State Police Command announces a massive statewide security operation for Christmas and New Year. Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda orders heavy deployment to ensure a hitch-free celebration. Read details.

Delta IGR up 90%, Hits N158bn Under Oborevwori

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori reports a 90% IGR surge to N158bn, zero borrowing for major projects, and outlines Delta's infrastructure transformation. Read the full story.

Ex-Delta Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies at 68

Former Delta North Senator Peter Nwaoboshi has passed away at 68. Governor Oborevwori mourns a major loss to the state and nation. Read more about his legacy.

Delta Coaches Summit for 2026 Niger Delta Games

Delta State organises a working session with coaches to strategise for the 2026 Niger Delta Games in Benin, aiming to improve on its second-place finish from the maiden edition.

Oborevwori Signs Delta's N1.729tr 2026 Budget

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget into law, a 70% increase from 2025. The budget focuses on capital projects and is tagged 'Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda'. Read more.

Delta Assembly Passes N1.73tr 2026 Budget

Delta State House of Assembly passes a N1.73 trillion budget for 2026, raising the governor's proposal by N65.6 billion. Read details on the budget breakdown and legislative process.

Security Guard Nabbed for Murder of Retired Delta Judge

Police in Delta State have arrested a security guard, Godwin Mngumi, for the murder of retired High Court judge, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. A second suspect is in custody as the manhunt for a third continues. Read the full details.

Friday Osanebi Donates ₦1bn for Delta Christmas Celebrations

Former Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi releases ₦1 billion for Christmas support to Deltans. The massive donation includes food items and cash to ease economic hardship. Read details of the distribution and a related crime update.

Delta Land Disputes Kill 10 in Six Months

Delta State faces a surge in deadly land conflicts, with 10 lives lost in six months. Police cite greed and corruption as root causes. Read the full investigation.

Delta Land Disputes Kill 10 in Six Months

Delta State faces a surge in deadly land conflicts, with 10 killed in six months. Investigations reveal violence across multiple LGAs, armed invasions, and cult links. Read the full report.

TotalEnergies Sells 40% Nigerian Offshore Stake to Chevron

TotalEnergies divests 40% stake in two Nigerian offshore licences to Chevron, forming a new joint venture to accelerate exploration in the West Delta basin. This marks a strategic realignment amid Nigeria's push for new oil investments.

TotalEnergies Sells Nigeria Offshore Stake to Chevron

French oil giant TotalEnergies sells a 40% stake in Nigerian offshore exploration licences to Chevron. The deal aims to derisk and develop new opportunities in Nigeria's oil sector. Full details inside.

Delta Chief Denies Role in Killings, Sues Police

Chief Jerry Nkeweshe denies police allegations linking him to the killing of three youths in Okwe, Delta State. He demands a retraction within 14 days or faces legal action for defamation.

Bankulli's Afrobeats Documentary Premieres in Lagos

Nigerian music executive Bankulli premieres Chronicles of Afrobeats documentary, tracing the genre's evolution from West African roots to global phenomenon. Exclusive screening held in Lagos ahead of 2026 worldwide release.

Afro-Latin Dance Festival Lights Up Abuja

The 13th West Africa Afro-Latin Dance Festival concluded successfully in Abuja, celebrating cultural exchange and honoring dance innovator Buddy Doubara Agedah as Best African Dance Innovator.

Delta School Panic Over False Herdsmen Attack

Students at Otagba-Ogbe Girls Secondary School in Delta State fled classrooms amid herdsmen attack fears. Police confirm false alarm, urge calm and warn against spreading unverified information.

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