The Nigerian Navy has dismantled 10 illegal oil refining sites in Delta State as part of its intensified crackdown on oil theft and sabotage in the Niger Delta region. Captain Ikenna Okoloagu, Commanding Officer of the Forward Operating Base Escravos, disclosed this in Warri on Thursday, stating that the operations were conducted in July
July 7, 2025 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has restated his administration’s unwavering commitment to revitalising the public service sector, positioning it as a benchmark for excellence and innovation across the country. In a statement issued on Monday, Governor Oborevwori emphasised the need for a forward-looking, well-equipped, and value-driven workforce that can effectively
Asaba, July 2, 2025 — Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has intensified the pace of infrastructure development across the state’s 25 Local Government Areas, signalling a firm commitment to equitable growth, regional integration, and enhanced quality of life for all Deltans. The initiative, part of the state’s broader development agenda, is aimed at expanding
Asaba, Delta State – June 28, 2025 The Federal High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has convicted and sentenced Christiana Uadiale, identified as a key figure in an international human trafficking network, to 12 years imprisonment. Uadiale was found guilty of multiple charges related to human trafficking, including recruitment and illegal transportation of young
In a bold effort to curb rising insecurity, the Delta State Government has unveiled an aggressive “bumper-to-bumper” strategy aimed at stamping out criminal elements and restoring public safety. The Director General of Delta State Security, Hon. David Tonwe, made this known while announcing the expanded rollout of Operation Delta Sweep, a tactical initiative focused on
Asaba, Delta State – June 14, 2025 Former Delta State Governor Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa has commended Professor HI Owamah for his dedication to academic excellence and personal development, stating that hard work remains a reliable pathway to success and national relevance. Dr. Okowa made the remarks during a public commendation ceremony held in Asaba in
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has issued a strong warning to local government chairmen across the state, condemning lapses in grassroots security coordination and stressing that dereliction of duty in such a sensitive area will attract serious consequences. Speaking during a recent engagement with stakeholders in Asaba, the Governor expressed deep concern over reports
Residents of Abraka community in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State were thrown into panic yesterday as security operatives reportedly fired live rounds into the air in an attempt to disperse unarmed protesters demonstrating against the escalating cases of kidnapping in the area. The protest, which had entered its fifth consecutive day, took
The Group Chief Operating Officer of NNPC Ltd., Mr. Roland Ewubare, alongside the Executive Vice President of Downstream, Mr. Mumuni Dagazau, led a high-level delegation on a working visit and facility tour of the Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company Limited (WRPC) in Delta State. The visit provided an opportunity for senior management to assess ongoing
The Federal Government has stepped up efforts to revive Nigeria’s dormant steel industry with a high-profile inspection visit to Premium Steel and Mines Limited (PSML), formerly known as Delta Steel Company, located in Ovwian-Aladja, Delta State. Leading the delegation was the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, who reaffirmed the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s
