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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.

Olu of Warri Inspects Delta Road Project on Scooter

Olu of Warri Ogiame Atuwatse III's viral scooter inspection of a Delta road project draws praise from celebrities like Gilmore and Dotun, hailed as a 'new age king'. See the full story and reactions.

$532,828 Grant for Bayelsa Solar Minigrid Project

Shell-funded All On awards a $532,828 grant to Darway Coast Ltd to build a solar hybrid minigrid in Akeddei, Bayelsa. The project aims to connect over 1,000 customers by Q1 2026, boosting clean energy access in the Niger Delta.

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.

Court Bars Police from Enforcing Tinted Glass Permit

A Delta State High Court has issued an order restraining the IGP and Nigeria Police from resuming tinted glass permit enforcement nationwide. Get the full details on the legal battle and police response.

Court Stops Police Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement

A Delta State High Court has issued an injunction restraining the Nigeria Police from enforcing its tinted glass permit policy. The order bars harassment and extortion of motorists. Read the full details.

Guard Confesses to Murder of Retired Judge in Delta

A security guard hired just a week earlier details how he and accomplices murdered retired Chief Judge Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba. Shocking confession reveals robbery plan turned deadly.

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.

NDDC Suspends Project Launch to Mourn Bayelsa Deputy Gov

The NDDC has postponed all project inaugurations in the Niger Delta to honour the late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read about the tributes and the suspended 700-bed hostel commissioning.

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.

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.

Documentary Seeks Justice for 1967 Asaba Massacre

A new documentary premiering in London demands public recognition and restitution for the 1967 Asaba Massacre, one of the Nigerian Civil War's darkest chapters. Learn the untold story.

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.

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.

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