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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.

Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello: I am not contesting in 2027

Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello clarifies she is not campaigning for the 2027 elections despite ADC's invitation and billboards. She prefers her life as a US-based professor. Read her full statement.

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.

Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC

Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.

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.

ADC Aims to Capture Lagos from APC in 2027

Lagos ADC calls on citizens to join forces in removing APC from power in 2027 elections. Party promises to restore justice, equity and democratic governance in Lagos State.

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.

Rivers Police Deny False Herdsmen Attack Claims

Rivers State Police Command refutes viral social media claims of Fulani herdsmen attacks, labeling them as misinformation designed to incite public panic and disrupt state peace.

Ondo APC Aspirants Support Tinubu's 2027 Bid

APC Aggrieved Aspirants Forum in Ondo State pledges support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election despite unresolved grievances dating back to 2014. Read their full statement.

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.

ADC Plans 2027 Victory Without Serving Governors

African Democratic Congress outlines strategy to win 2027 elections without governors, cites Buhari's precedent. Party invites sidelined politicians, promises youth inclusion and fair governance.

Former Kogi Governor Wada Defects to APC

Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.

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