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Four Killed, Two Kidnapped by Gunmen In Anambra

Unidentified gunmen late on Thursday attacked Oko community near the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, killing at least four persons suspected to be students and injuring about seven others.

While the motive behind the attack remains unclear, sources in the area suspect it to be cult-related. The assailants reportedly opened fire without provocation, triggering chaos in the community.

Eyewitnesses and local residents confirmed that four people were killed instantly and around seven others injured, though the police gave a lower casualty figure of two.

One local source said, “The incident happened late yesterday (Thursday). The armed men arrived near the Federal Polytechnic, Oko and started shooting unprovoked. At least seven students of the polytechnic were shot today. Four casualties were recorded while the remaining students are in critical condition at local hospitals.

Anambra State Police Command spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday, describing it as a cult-related attack.

Ikenga said police operatives, led by the Aguata Area Commander and supported by the Army, Navy, Civil Defence, and Vigilante operatives,had taken control of the area and were leads from eyewitnesse.

Guwor Congratulates Governor Oborevwori On 62nd Birth Anniversary

Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has said that Deltans will continue to have reasons to celebrate their Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori and his impactful leadership in the state.

The Speaker stated this in a goodwill message to the Governor on 62nd birthday anniversary, and made available to newsmen by his Chief Press Secretary, CPS, Nkem Nwaeke.

Rt Hon Guwor stated that the birth anniversary was yet another opportunity to x-ray the leadership of Rt Hon Oborevwori as Governor and the impacts in the life of the state and its people.

The Speaker who commended the Governor for maintaining such high standards of leadership of the state, expressed optimism that his “Renewed Hope for MORE”, would add greater values to peace, prosperity and good governance in the state.

Stressing that the celebrant’s visionary leadership has transformed Delta State, Guwor further stated that the commitment of the Governor to progress and development is evident in the state’s growth.

The Speaker wished the Governor many more years of impactful service and good health.

He said, “I wish to on behalf of my family, constituents and the state legislature, extend warm felicitations to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, on 62nd birthday anniversary.

“Your Excellency, it is another opportunity to x-tray your leadership in the state which has driven progress and development in our people.

“As you mark 62nd birthday anniversary, I wish you good health, wisdom, and many more years of impactful service.

“Happy birthday, Your Excellency, and many happy returns”, Guwor stated.

Ned Nwoko Celebrates Oborevwori @ 62

Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, says Rt Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori is on course leading Delta as the governor marks his 62nd birthday anniversary.

In a goodwill message released from Abuja, Senator Nwoko expressed joy over the life of the governor, which he acknowledged as “phenomenal”, following six decades of divine grace.

According to Nwoko, Oborevwori as a community leader, business man,politician and administrator symbolized humility, tenacity and courage.

“His Excellency Rt.Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori is a peculiar leader who conquered odds to become accomplished culminating in governor.

” I note with admiration, his humane yet resilient character. Rising to occupy the office of governor is a monumental feat in a complex multi ethnic state like Delta

“Today on the saddle, he is making efforts to serve the people, through provision of vital social infrastructure and human capital development.This aligns with his M.O.R.E agenda vision for Deltans and the Renewed Hope Agenda of the president.

“May God continue to guide the governor with wisdom and discernment towards improved service and all-embracing governance for the various ethnic groups in the state.

“On behalf of my family, associates and constituents especially in Delta North, I wish him a long healthy prosperous life.

“Happy birthday ,Your Excellency”
Nwoko stated.

Erezih Extends 62 Hearty Cheers To Oborevwori

The Executive Assistant on Beautification, Delta State Governor, Hon. Chief Emmanuel Erezih has extended hearty greetings to the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his Birthday.

Erezih described Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as a testimony of resilience, humility, and impactful service to humanity.

He said the governor has greatly impacted on the lives of all Deltans through the actualisation of your MORE agenda.

He prayed for greater strength, divine wisdom, and continued grace upon the governor to pilot the affairs of the state.

Abanum Congratulates Oborevwori On His Birth Anniversary

The Special Adviser to the Delta State Governor on Informal Sector, Chief Ifeanyi Abanum has congratulated Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on his 62nd Birthday anniversary

He described the governor as a visionary leader who has impacted greatly on Deltans.

“On the joyous occasion of your 62nd birthday, I, on behalf of the informal sector stakeholders across Delta State, extend my heartfelt congratulations to you”, he said

Abanum prayed God to bless the governor with greater wisdom, renewed strength, and divine grace to lead the state to greater heights.

62nd Birthday: Oborevwori Leading Delta With Clear Vision – Oghenesivbe

Director General of Delta State Bureau for Communications and Orientation, Dr (Barrister) Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, has commended governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his selfless service, Pan Delta disposition, patriotism and transformational leadership in the State.

Dr Oghenesivbe’s commendation was contained in his congratulatory message to the Governor on the occasion of his 62nd birth anniversary celebration on Thursday and made available to newsmen, saying that Oborevwori’s pragmatic leadership continues to attract rapid socioeconomic transformation and uncommon infrastructure development to Delta State.

He said governor Oborevwori is leading the state with clear vision and unwavering commitment to the unity, peace, progress and prosperity of the state and people, pointing out that his life and divinely inspired wisdom clearly explains God’s guidance and grace upon his life.

Dr Oghenesivbe noted thar his several decades of relationship with governor Oborevwori, has been remarkable, saying that he’s proud to be associated with the super pedigree and enviable personality of the governor.

The State Bureau of Communications Director General, thanked governor Oborevwori for his brotherly love towards him spanning over four decades, and prayed God to continue to expand the governor’s coast, grant him his good heart desires, now and always.

Dr Oghenesivbe prayed to God, to continue to grant governor Oborevwori many more colourful years garnished with uncommon favour, good health, prosperity, divine protection, and a successful 8-year tenure as governor of Delta State.

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Adingwupu Hails Governor Oborevwori At 62

Chairman, Governing Board Council, Ogwashi-Ukwu Polytechnic, Hon.Pastor Paul Adingwupu has congratulated the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on the occasion of his 62nd birthday.

Hon. Adingwupu described the Oborevwori as a governor whose visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to development, and passionate dedication to the growth of education in Delta State has inspired all.

He said the governor’s administration has brought about remarkable transformation and renewed purpose.

The Governing Board Council Chairman of Ogwashi-Ukwu Polytechnic prayed God to grant governor Oborevwori wisdom, strength, and sound health to steer the affairs of the state.

Chukwunwike Congratulates Delta State Governor On His Birth Anniversary

62nd Hearty Garlands to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on birthday

Your Excellency,

I, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, Executive Chairman of Aniocha South,
On behalf of my family, the government and good people of Aniocha South Local Government Area, join the rest of Deltans, Nigeria, and indeed the world, in celebrating you on this joyous occasion of your 62nd birthday anniversary.

This milestone is not merely a passage of time; it is a glowing testament to a life of service, resilience, and purposeful leadership. As a man molded by experience, compassion, and the drive for equitable governance, your life continues to reflect the virtues of vision, humility, and steadfast dedication to the progress of our beloved Delta State.

Your MORE Agenda has not only redefined development in our state — it has become a rallying point for inclusive governance, infrastructural transformation, youth empowerment, peace-building, and sustainable growth. From the rural communities to our urban centres, your impact is being felt in real time and in tangible terms.

Your Excellency, you have shown through word and deed that leadership is not about grandstanding, but about genuine connection with the people — listening to their needs, responding with empathy, and acting with clarity of purpose. Delta State is indeed blessed to have you at the helm at such a critical time.

As we celebrate your 62nd birthday, I pray that God will continue to strengthen you with good health, divine wisdom, clarity of vision, and the physical vitality to fulfill the remaining chapters of your destiny. May you live long to see the full bloom of the seeds you have sown across every sector of our great state.

I also pray for God’s grace and favour upon your journey toward re-election, which has already begun to gather the momentum of people’s trust and belief. May God grant you even greater platforms to continue your legacy of responsive and transformative leadership.

To Deltans across the 25 local government areas, I urge us to remain supportive of this people-oriented administration. The future of our state rests in our shared responsibility to encourage and uphold leaders who deliver results and place the people at the heart of governance.

Once again, congratulations, Your Excellency. As the garlands are heaped in your honour today, may heaven also crown you with peace, joy, and overflowing fulfilment.

Happy 62nd Birthday, the People’s Governor.

With utmost respect and admiration,

Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike
Executive Chairman, Aniocha South Local Government Area.

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Honnah Lauds Governor Oborevwori At 62

The Executive Assistant to the Delta State Governor, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Sir Jossy Honnah has congratulated the governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on his 62nd birthday.

Extending his good will message to the governor on the auspicious occasion, Jossy Honnah said at 62, Oborevwori has demonstrated inspiring leadership, uncommon wisdom and unwavering commitment in his service to Delta State.

He commended the governor for his visionary strides in governance, infrastructure, education and human capital development which he said has left indelible marks across the state, touching lives and transforming communities.

While extolling the governor’s infrastructural developmental stride in the state, he said it has given him nationwide recognition with well deserved awards.

Honnah prayed God to continue to grant the governor sound health, divine protection, and renewed strength to pilot the affairs of the state

Ned Nwoko’s Endorsement: Lets Prioritise Peace, Unity- Izediunor

Following the recent publication debunking the endorsement of Senator Ned Nwoko as the leader of our great party in Delta North allegedly made by the All Progressive Congressive Party Chairman, Pastor Norbert Akachukwu Sochukwudinma, members of APC Aniocha South and the wider APC Delta North family have been enjoined to prioritize unity, peace, and cooperation.

This was disclosed in a press statement signed by the APC Aniocha South, Publicity Secretary, Prince PC Izediunor.

It stated that the publication does not reflect the collective decision or position of the party leadership in Aniocha South, hence the need for the to ignore it, adding that it was issued without due consultation with the leaders and executives of APC Aniocha South.

“We emphasize that it is not within our jurisdiction or duty, as the local executive body, to determine or pronounce on leadership positions at the Delta North senatorial level”, it reads.

Any actions or statements capable of creating disunity or internal misunderstanding within our ranks must be avoided. APC Aniocha South remains committed to the principles of inclusiveness, respect for due process, and collective decision-making.

It urged them to remain focused on strengthening the party and working together for the benefit of their people.

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