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Man Walks from Asaba Airport Over N30k Taxi Charge

A Nigerian visitor chose to trek to his hotel after a taxi driver at Asaba Airport quoted a shocking N30,000 for a short ride. His viral story sparks outrage over airport transport exploitation.

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.

Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050

Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.

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.

Oborevwori Endorses Anioma State Agitation

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.

FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets

The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt

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.

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