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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.

Kenyan Priest Opts for Deportation from US

A Kenyan priest and Texas state employee, detained for two months by ICE, chooses voluntary departure. His lawyers call it a strategic legal move to protect future US entry rights. Read the full story.

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.

Ex-NLC General Secretary Peter Ozo-Eson Dies

The Nigerian Labour Congress announces the death of its former General Secretary, Comrade (Dr.) Peter Ozo-Eson. He passed away at UCH Ibadan. Read tributes and his legacy.

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.

Graduate's Mother Dies on Her Convocation Day

A Nigerian university graduate is heartbroken after her mother passed away unexpectedly on her graduation day. The emotional story has gone viral on TikTok, drawing condolences nationwide.

Ex-Liverpool Co-owner Tom Hicks Dies Aged 79

Tom Hicks, the controversial former Liverpool FC co-owner, has died at 79. His turbulent tenure saw fan protests and massive debt. Read the full story of his legacy.

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.

Catholic Priest Abducted in Kaduna, Nigeria

Gunmen abducted Fr. Emmanuel Ezema from St. Peter's Church in Rumi, Kaduna. The Catholic Diocese of Zaria calls for prayers amid rising insecurity. Read details and reactions.

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.

Priest Condemns Online Prayers as 'Useless'

A Nigerian Catholic priest, Fr Kelvin Ugwu, has sparked controversy by calling popular online prayer sessions 'the most useless form of prayers'. Read the full story and reactions here.

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