Category : Search result: Niger Delta communities

Delta's IGR Soars 90% Under Oborevwori's Fiscal Discipline Drive

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.

Former Delta Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies at 68, Governor Mourns

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.

PANDEF Backs Tinubu's Oil Reforms, Seeks More Niger Delta Roles

PANDEF Endorses Tinubu's Oil Sector Reforms

The Pan-Niger Delta Forum has endorsed President Tinubu's oil and gas reforms, praising key appointments but calling for greater inclusion of local professionals and expanded environmental cleanup. Read more.

All On Grants $532,828 for Solar Minigrid in Bayelsa Community

$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.

Ogbia Kingdom Endorses Tinubu for 2027, Lists Demands for Niger Delta

Ogbia Kingdom Backs Tinubu's Re-Election Bid

The Ogbia Kingdom in Bayelsa has formally urged President Bola Tinubu to seek re-election in 2027, pledging full support while presenting a list of development demands for the Niger Delta region.

Governor Aiyedatiwa Vows Zero Tolerance for Bandits in Ondo Border Towns

Aiyedatiwa: No Haven for Bandits in Ondo Border Areas

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa assures border communities of enhanced security, citing Amotekun Rangers' success. He vows to fix roads and resolve chieftaincy disputes while extending Christmas goodwill.

Delta State Holds Coaches Summit Ahead of 2026 Niger Delta Games

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.

Panic in Oyo as Quarry Blast Shakes Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Communities

Quarry Blast Causes Panic on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

A powerful explosion from Eminent Quarry rocked communities near the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Oyo State, causing widespread panic and raising serious safety concerns. Residents demand immediate government action.

Delta Governor Signs N1.729 Trillion 2026 Budget, Largest in State History

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 Halts Project Inaugurations to Honour Late Bayelsa Deputy Governor

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.

Delta Assembly Approves N1.73 Trillion 2026 Budget, Exceeds Governor's Proposal

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.

Jonathan, Ogbuku Honour Late Ayakoro Monarch, King Righteous Inegbagha

Jonathan, Ogbuku Pay Tribute to Late Ayakoro King

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and NDDC MD Samuel Ogbuku eulogise late Ayakoro monarch, King Righteous Inegbagha, praising his righteous life and developmental legacy. Read more.

PIND Launches N113m Grant to Upgrade 14 TVET Centres in Niger Delta

N113m TVET Grant Launched for Niger Delta Youth

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 Police Arrest Security Guard for Murder of Retired Judge

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.

Ex-Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi Donates ₦1 Billion for Christmas Relief

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.

Groups Reject Senator's Call to Sack NSA Ribadu, Defend Civilian Role

Oodua, Niger Delta Groups Back Ribadu, Reject Sack Call

Oodua Peoples Network and Niger Delta Stakeholders' Forum reject Senator Fadahunsi's call to remove NSA Nuhu Ribadu. They argue security leadership requires strategy, not just a military background. Read their full defense.

Land Disputes in Delta Claim 10 Lives in 6 Months, Police Raise Alarm

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 Wars: 10 Lives Lost in 6 Months Amid Rising Violence

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.

Page 1 of 4