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.
Right to Smile FA, O&A Sports Academy, and Wazbak Queens clinched titles at the 7th Cohesion Football Tournament in Lagos. Discover the winners, cash prizes, and event highlights.
A Nigerian lady visited the iconic Mercedes-Benz-shaped house in Delta State, sharing her TikTok tour. The unique building is a known Nollywood film location.
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.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun urges private sector collaboration for youth sports development at Bosun Tijani Foundation basketball tournament. Read more.
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.
Former Delta North Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi has passed away. Details surrounding his death remain undisclosed. Read more about his legacy.
Kano State Government has unveiled the official jersey for the Cycling Kano 2025 event, scheduled for Saturday, December 20. The initiative promotes youth empowerment and sports development.
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.
The Francis & Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation and CSED Initiative have rewarded St. Maria Goretti School's hockey team for winning silver at the National Youth Games. Read about the cash gifts and legacy of Nigeria's only school with a hockey Astro turf.
Team Nigeria's fruitful outing at the 4th Africa Youth Games in Angola has unearthed promising talents likened to legends Mary Onyali and Falilat Ogunkoya. Yusuf Alli reports major discoveries securing the nation's athletic future.
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 State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget, a 70% increase focused on capital projects. He also enacted laws on social investment, education, and security.
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.
PIND Foundation invests N113 million to modernise 14 TVET centres across the Niger Delta, aiming to directly train over 10,000 youths with industry-relevant skills by February 2026.
Delta State NSCDC launches a revamped Female Squad to protect schools and critical infrastructure ahead of the festive season. The team has begun patrols in Asaba.
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.
Former INEC Chairman Attahiru Jega warns Nigeria risks instability if youth neglect continues. He calls for urgent action and investment in education, jobs, and governance inclusion. Read more.
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.
The RiseVest SuperBall Youth League finale returns to Lagos National Stadium on Dec 18-19, 2025. Expect futsal, basketball, volleyball, music & festive fun. Join the celebration of youth talent!
Delta State Police Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda orders strict enforcement of the fireworks ban to prevent crime during Christmas. Parents and traders warned. Read more.
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.
Three Nigerian teenagers secured a $1,989 U.S. grant to execute transformative projects in education, environment, and agriculture. See how youth are driving change.
Three Nigerian teenagers secured $1,989 in U.S. grants for community projects in Ogun & Abuja, tackling waste, literacy, and farming. See their inspiring work.
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.
Experts warn Nigeria's obsession with hosting international sports events is failing its athletes. A strategic shift to grassroots development, policy enforcement, and private sector trust is urgently needed to revive the nation's sporting glory.
Niger Delta Youth Congress calls on President Tinubu to retain Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, dismissing attacks as a political plot ahead of 2027. Read why they see this as a stability test.
Prudential Sports Limited spent over ₦65 million on awards, healthcare, and equipment for Gombe athletes. Chess prodigy Mercy Iliya won Best Athlete and a trip to Zimbabwe. Read the full story.
The National Sports Commission begins formal steps to create Nigeria's first official flag football governing body, aiming for inclusive governance and international representation. Read the full details.
Youths in Ifon community protest the 5-year delay in installing a new monarch after Oba Israel Adewusi's death. They demand Governor Aiyedatiwa's urgent intervention to fill the leadership vacuum hindering development.