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Nigeria: Delta PDP Crisis - Is Oborevwori Fighting Okowa's Battle With Nwoko?

Dec 10, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

The Delta State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is grappling with an internal power tussle that has exposed cracks within its leadership. At the heart of the tension are Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, with political watchers speculating that Oborevwori is subtly defending Okowa in a brewing rivalry with Nwoko. The crux of the conflict appears to be linked to the 2027 Delta North senatorial race.
Nigeria: Delta LG Imposes Curfew Over Attacks, Kidnapping

Dec 3, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

Following the rising security threats in the Utagba-Ogbe (Kwale) community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, the council has announced a 12-hour curfew from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM daily. This measure is aimed at safeguarding lives and properties, due to increasing concerns over safety in the region. There has been a recent rise in robbery and kidnap for ransom cases in local communities in Delta recently.
Nigeria: APC, PDP Trade Words Over Okowa's Arrest

Nov 8, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has praised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for arresting former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, describing the move as a "bold step" in Nigeria's ongoing anti-corruption campaign. However, the People's Democratic Party (PDP), the ruling party in Delta State, condemned the arrest, calling it a "political witch hunt" by the APC-led federal government aimed at silencing opposition voices.
Nigeria: Delta Assembly Suspends Lawmaker Over 'Gross Misconduct'

Nov 8, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

The Delta State House of Assembly has suspended Hon. Chukudi Dafe, the lawmaker representing the Ukwuani Constituency, for alleged gross misconduct. The suspension, effective for 14 legislative days, was proposed by the Majority Leader, Engr. Emeka Nwaobi of Aniocha North, and seconded by the Chief Whip, Hon. Perkins Umukoro. The motion was promptly passed without any further clarification on the specific allegations against Dafe.
Nigeria: 500 Residents Benefit From Seadogs' Medical Mission in Delta

Nov 6, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

Residents of Egini in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State have commended the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) for providing free medical care to over 500 locals during its weekend outreach, known as the NAS Medical Mission. The medical outreach, held at the Egini Primary Healthcare Centre, offered diagnosis, treatment, and essential medications to residents, with referrals to Warri Central Hospital for severe cases.
Nigeria: Lagdo Dam - High-Risk States Brace for Floods

Oct 14, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa |Magaji I. Hunkuyi |Tijani Labaran |Amina Abdullahi |Hope Abah |Usman A. Bello | +4 more

Flood-risk states are bracing for impacts of flooding that may be triggered by the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, with officials saying they have put in place measures to protect residents and minimise damage. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) had issued warnings regarding imminent flooding in Adamawa, Taraba, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Anambra, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Cross River and Rivers states.
Nigeria: Mawlid - Govs Urge Peace, Unity As Okoh, Obi Felicitate With Muslims

Sep 18, 2024 | allafrica.com | Abbas Jimoh |Dickson S. Adama |Kelvin Meluwa |Rabilu Abubakar |Bassey Willie |Eyo Charles

As Muslims celebrate Mawlid, state governors across the nation have urged Nigerians to emulate Prophet Muhammad and engender peace and unity in their communities and the country at large. Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State urged Muslims in the state and beyond to use the occasion, which commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad, to promote peace and unity.
Nigeria: Things Getting Better Under Tinubu, Protest Will Harm Economy - Tompolo

Jul 29, 2024 | allafrica.com | Kelvin Meluwa

Ex-militant leader, Chief Oweizide Government Ekpemupolo alias Tompolo, has called on Nigerians to shelve the proposed nationwide harship protest, saying things are getting better under President Bola Tinubu. He said President Tinubu was working hard to revamp the economy with well thought-out policies and programmes, noting that the protest could harm the economy if held. Tompolo made the call in a statement on Monday made available to Daily TrustTin Delta State.
Nigeria: PDP Wins All Chairmanship Seats in Adamawa, Delta LG Polls

Jul 15, 2024 | allafrica.com | Amina Abdullahi |Kelvin Meluwa

The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC) has declared the People's Democratic Party (PDP) the overwhelming winner of the local government elections held on Saturday. According to ADSIEC chairman, Mohammed Umar, the PDP secured a clean sweep, winning all 21 chairmanship seats and 225 councillorship seats in the state, while the New Nigerian People's Party (NNPP) secured a single councillorship seat in Demsa Local Government Area.
Nigeria: Four Suicide Bombers Kill Many in Borno

Jul 1, 2024 | allafrica.com | Olatunji Omirin |Titus Eleweke |Abbas Jimoh |Kelvin Meluwa

Many people including a soldier and some wedding guests have been killed, and several others injured on Saturday, when four suicide bombers launched attacks at different spots in Gwoza and Pulka towns, all in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Gwoza is located 128 kilometres, in the southern part of Maiduguri, the state capital.