Prince Adeyemi Christopher Eniola-Oni has expressed profound appreciation to the Chairman of Oshimili North Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Olorogun Innocent Esewezei, following his appointment as Special Adviser on Non-Indigene Affairs.
Eniola-Oni described the appointment as not only a personal honour but also a significant recognition of the contributions and presence of the entire Non-Indigene Community in Oshimili North.
In a statement issued to appreciate the council chairman, he dedicated the appointment to the elders, community chairmen, non-indigene coordinators, traditional rulers, patrons and all non-indigenes residing across Oshimili North.
According to him, the Non-Indigene Community considers Oshimili North its home and remains committed to supporting the administration of the council chairman.
He further pledged the loyalty and cooperation of the community towards the administration’s M.O.R.E. Agenda, while expressing readiness to work towards achieving the APC 5/5 objective in 2027.
Eniola-Oni also thanked the council chairman for what he described as the “kind gesture,” as well as for providing an easy means of mobilisation and extending other forms of support to the Non-Indigene Community.
He pledged to discharge his responsibilities with diligence, unity and commitment, promising to use his new position to promote inclusiveness, cooperation and the interests of non-indigenous residents in Oshimili North.
Prince Adeyemi Christopher Eniola-Oni is the newly appointed Special Adviser to the Executive Chairman on Non-Indigene Affairs and Chairman of Non-Indigenes, Oshimili North LGA.
Prince Adeyemi Appreciates Oshimili North Chairman Over Appointment as SA on Non-Indigene Affairs
Delta APC Chieftain Hospitalised Following Alleged Thug Attack
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Uwheru Kingdom, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief Edewor Akpedafe, has been hospitalised after he was allegedly attacked and severely beaten by suspected thugs.
Akpedafe, who is the Secretary-General of the APC in Uwheru Kingdom, was reportedly attacked during a meeting held at the residence of Olorogun Miller Uloho, Advisory Chairman of the Ughelli North Local Government Council.
The motive behind the alleged attack has also yet to be fully established, while details surrounding the identities of those responsible remain unclear.
Party members have reportedly condemned the incident, describing the alleged attack as unacceptable and calling on security agencies to investigate the matter and bring anyone found culpable to justice.
The development comes amid heightened political activities in the state, where disagreements among political actors and party members have occasionally generated tension.
Sympathisers later took him to the office of the Police Area Commander in Ughelli, where the Area Commander was said to have directed that he be immediately taken to a hospital for medical attention.
Akpedafe is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital, with medical personnel attending to injuries reportedly sustained to his head and other parts of his body.
The alleged assault has heightened concerns among residents of Uwheru and political stakeholders in Ughelli, particularly as the incident reportedly occurred during a meeting purportedly convened to mediate the longstanding dispute and seek a peaceful resolution.
Further details, including the victim’s condition and any arrests made in connection with the incident, are expected as the investigation progresses.
UK-Based Nigerian Blasts Cubana Chief Priest, Accuses Imo of Prostitution, Infections
A UK-based Nigerian, Godwin_Je, has reacted to the ongoing controversy surrounding socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, over his recent comments comparing the lifestyles and spending habits of people from Imo and other South-Eastern states.
Cubana Chief Priest had sparked widespread reactions after claiming that Imo people were leading the South-East in terms of wealth, lifestyle and extravagant spending, citing a reported $500,000 wristwatch as an example.
However, reacting to the remarks, Godwin_Je said Cubana Chief Priest might have a point about the spending power of some Imo people, but argued that the socialite was overlooking what he described as the state’s social and economic challenges.
In a statement circulated on social media, Godwin_Je alleged that “Imo is the headquarters of prostitution and infection in Nigeria,” while also accusing the state of having a strong “Yahoo-Yahoo” culture and high unemployment.
He further described Imo as a hotspot for kidnapping and insecurity in the South-East, questioning the state’s development despite its reported energy resources.
“Cubana Chief Priest has a point about what he said about Imo State. But what he is not telling us is that Imo is the headquarters of prostitution and infection in Nigeria. It’s also the headquarters of Yahoo-Yahoo culture, has one of the highest unemployment rates, and is a hotspot for kidnapping and insecurity in the entire Southeast,” he said.
Godwin_Je also questioned the state of electricity supply in Imo, arguing that the presence of major gas infrastructure should translate into improved power availability for residents.
“Imo has one of the largest gas plants in West Africa, yet there’s no gas and electricity in the state. But you’re claiming you generate your own power,” he added.
His comments come amid an intensifying social media debate over Cubana Chief Priest’s portrayal of Imo as a state of exceptional wealth and extravagant lifestyle. Cubana Chief Priest has since doubled down on his position, maintaining that his comments were not intended to suggest that people from other states were poor, but that Imo people were particularly notable for their spending and lifestyle.
The latest exchange has consequently shifted the conversation from wealth and luxury to broader questions about unemployment, insecurity, infrastructure and social challenges in Imo State.
Heavy Rain Floods Lugbe, Abuja, Leaves Motorists Stranded
Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Lugbe, Abuja, leaving motorists stranded and disrupting movement along parts of the Federal Road.
The downpour reportedly overwhelmed drainage channels in the area, with floodwater spreading across the roadway and making passage difficult for vehicles.
Thousands of motorists were said to have been caught in the resulting traffic gridlock, with several vehicles unable to move as the floodwaters covered sections of the road.
The situation has raised fresh concerns over drainage infrastructure and flood preparedness in the Federal Capital Territory, particularly as Abuja has experienced flooding and motorists being stranded following heavy rainfall in recent weeks.
Residents and road users are urged to exercise caution and avoid attempting to drive through deep floodwater where possible, as such conditions can endanger lives and damage vehicles.
The flooding also comes amid renewed calls for urgent attention to road infrastructure in Lugbe, where residents have recently appealed for the rehabilitation of priority roads in the area.
Authorities are expected to monitor the situation and take steps to ease traffic and prevent further disruption as rainfall continues across the FCT.
860 Students Benefit as Monday Onyeme Foundation Sustains Education Support Programme
A total of 340 students from various institutions of higher learning across the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency have qualified for the 2026 Monday Onyeme Foundation Scholarship Scheme.
The students emerged successful after participating in the qualifying aptitude test conducted over the weekend at Utagba-Ogbe Technical College, Kwale, in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State.
The 340 successful candidates are part of the 860 students who have so far qualified for the 2026 scholarship scheme across the three Federal Constituencies of Delta North.
The aptitude test was organised across constituencies, with candidates from Ika North East and Ika South scheduled for the University of Delta, Agbor; candidates from Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West and Ukwuani taking the test at Utagba Ogbe Technical College, Kwale; while candidates from Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Oshimili North and Oshimili South were scheduled for Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.
The foundation’s official website also lists the 2026 shortlisted candidates and confirms the continuation of its scholarship programme.
The initiative is expected to ease the financial burden of higher education on beneficiary families while encouraging young people to remain committed to their academic pursuits.
The foundation has, over the years, maintained its focus on education as a major tool for empowering young people and contributing to human-capital development in Delta State. Earlier editions of the scheme have also produced hundreds of beneficiaries, including 218 undergraduates who received scholarships in 2022.
Sir Onyeme, who personally supervised the conduct and marking of the examination, announced the successful candidates and disclosed that each beneficiary would receive N200,000.
He added that the first, second and third overall positions would attract additional prizes of N400,000, N350,000 and N300,000 respectively.
According to him, the overall top scorer from each of the three Federal Constituencies in Delta North would receive an additional N200,000, while the second and third positions would attract extra prizes of N150,000 and N100,000 respectively.
In the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency, Agenu Miracle from Ukwuani emerged first with 51 marks.
Agenu Junior and Enemuwe Chioma tied for second position, while Enemuwe Ososam and Idowu Feyisayo jointly occupied third position with 50 marks.
Speaking with newsmen after the examination, the top scorer, Agenu Miracle, expressed appreciation to Sir Monday Onyeme and the foundation for providing the scholarship opportunity.
She said the aptitude test was not only an avenue for students to benefit financially but also encouraged them to take their academic pursuits more seriously by studying and concentrating on their education.
Delta State Ideally Suit to Host 83 Army Division Headquarters, Says Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has asked the Federal Government to locate the headquarters of the newly created 83 Division of the Nigerian Army in the state, citing Delta’s strategic location and concentration of critical national assets.
Oborevwori made the request on Tuesday when he received a Nigerian Army Headquarters committee on a stakeholders’ consultative visit to the state.
The committee, led by the Chief of Army Standards and Evaluation, Major-General Thompson Bobby Ugiagbe, was in Delta as part of consultations on the realignment of the Army’s Areas of Responsibility following the creation of the new division.
The governor argued that Delta was best positioned to host the division headquarters because of its proximity to Edo and Bayelsa states, which will also fall under the new division.
He said locating the headquarters in Delta would enable the Army to respond faster to security threats and protect strategic national assets across the South-South.
Oborevwori maintained that Delta remained ready to provide the necessary support and cooperation toward the successful establishment of the headquarters in the state.
Delta State is more central. Somebody coming from Edo will come through Delta, while somebody coming from Bayelsa to Edo will also pass through Delta. If the headquarters is located here, everybody can connect to the centre,” Oborevwori said.
The governor also pointed to Delta’s importance to Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, saying the state hosts a significant concentration of critical infrastructure that requires adequate security.
He listed three airports in Asaba, Osubi and Escravos, as well as seaports in Warri, Burutu, Sapele and Koko, among the strategic facilities that need protection.
He added that the initiative, if approved, would further reinforce Delta’s position as a strategic centre for security, commerce and regional development.
Oghenesivbe Congratulates Akpowowo, Erhimedafe, Hails APC for Putting Square Pegs in Square Holes
….affirms both candidates understand President Tinubu and Governor Oborevwori’s policies and programmes.
The Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications and National Publicity Secretary of the Ethiope Federal Constituency APC Forum, Olorogun Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., has congratulated the Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo, and Mr. Felix Ejovwoke Erhimedafe on their emergence as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates for Ethiope East and Abraka State Constituencies, respectively, describing their candidacies as well deserved and a clear demonstration that the party has put square pegs in square holes.
Oghenesivbe said the emergence of the two candidates followed the party’s primary elections and reflects the confidence reposed in their leadership capacity, grassroots acceptability, political experience and commitment to the development of Ethiope East Local Government Area and Delta State at large.
He called on party members, leaders and supporters across the two constituencies to unite behind the candidates and work collectively for a decisive victory at the polls, stressing that their emergence provides an opportunity for the APC to deepen effective representation and strengthen the connection between the people of Ethiope East and the development programmes of the Federal and Delta State Governments.
The Bureau Chief affirmed that both men understand the policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and are well positioned to translate these broad development visions into meaningful constituency engagement and people-centred initiatives.
Oghenesivbe described Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo as a tested and accomplished political leader whose extensive experience in governance and party administration has prepared him adequately for the responsibility of representing the eight wards that now constitute the Ethiope East State Constituency, noting that, as Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, he has demonstrated legislative capacity, leadership maturity and a firm understanding of the workings of government.
He equally described Mr. Felix Ejovwoke Erhimedafe as a grassroots politician and experienced party administrator whose emergence as the APC candidate for Abraka State Constituency is a fitting recognition of his years of service to the party and the people, pointing out that his experience as Acting Chairman of the Delta State Waste Management Board, State Assistant Organising Secretary of the APC, and more than two decades of involvement in mass mobilisation and party structure management in Ethiope East have equipped him with the organisational skills, political understanding and grassroots network required for effective representation.
The APC chieftain said the two candidates bring complementary strengths to the electoral contest, stressing that their political experience, accessibility, grassroots relationships and understanding of government policies place them in a strong position to earn the confidence of the electorate. He expressed confidence that their campaigns would be anchored on issues, development, inclusive representation and the collective interests of the people.
Oghenesivbe further noted that the new political configuration in Ethiope East, following the creation of Abraka State Constituency from Wards 1, 2 and 3, makes it imperative for the constituencies to have representatives who understand their peculiar needs and can effectively interface with government at both state and federal levels. He said the remaining eight wards, comprising Agbon 1 and Agbon 2 of Agbon Kingdom, equally require experienced legislative representation capable of advancing the interests and aspirations of the people.
He urged the electorate in both constituencies to support the APC candidates and embrace a new phase of purposeful representation, inclusive leadership and sustainable development. According to him, Rt. Hon. Akpowowo and Mr. Erhimedafe possess the political maturity, institutional understanding and grassroots networks required to provide effective representation and attract meaningful government attention to their respective constituencies.
“Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo and Mr. Felix Ejovwoke Erhimedafe are eminently qualified for the responsibilities before them. Their emergence is a victory for competence, experience, grassroots connection and party loyalty. The APC has, in this instance, demonstrated the wisdom of placing square pegs in square holes.
“I congratulate both candidates and wish them a successful campaign. We are confident that their experience, political goodwill and commitment to the people will translate into victory for the APC and, ultimately, into stronger, more effective and development-oriented representation for the people of Ethiope East and Abraka State Constituencies,” Oghenesivbe stated.
Delta’s New Police Commissioner Promises Proactive Crime Prevention
The newly deployed Commissioner of Police in Delta State, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, has announced a new security strategy built around intelligence gathering, technology and stronger cooperation with communities to tackle criminal activities across the state.
Erale, who assumed office as the 25th Commissioner of Police in Delta State, said his administration would move the command away from mainly reacting to crimes after they occur to preventing them through timely intelligence and data.
The commissioner stated this on Tuesday during his first press briefing in Asaba, where he outlined his priorities for the command.
He stressed the importance of preventing criminal activities rather than waiting for incidents to occur before responding, noting that effective policing requires constant assessment of security threats and timely intervention.
The Commissioner also called for stronger cooperation between the police and residents, urging members of the public to provide credible information that could assist security agencies in identifying and disrupting criminal activities.
According to him, collaboration with traditional rulers, community leaders, youth groups and other stakeholders would remain vital to maintaining peace and security across Delta.
He assured residents that the command would strengthen efforts against kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, cybercrime, drug-related offences and other forms of criminality.
He urged police officers and men to embrace his agenda and maintain discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
The commissioner also appealed to the media to maintain a professional relationship with the command, promising openness and cooperation.
Erale’s success will ultimately be measured not by the plans announced, but by whether residents see a noticeable reduction in crime and an improvement in police response.
With kidnapping, cultism, robbery, cybercrime and oil-related offences among the major threats facing Delta, the new CP faces the task of turning intelligence, community cooperation and stronger policing into visible results.
He expressed confidence that with effective intelligence-led policing and the cooperation of Deltans, the state could achieve a significant reduction in crime and create a safer environment for residents, businesses and visitors.
BREAKING: Oborevwori Terminates Three Contracts
The Delta State Government has terminated several contracts awarded by the previous administration, citing slow progress and failure by contractors to deliver the projects at the pace expected by the government.
The decision was among the outcomes of the State Executive Council (SEC), meeting, held on Monday August 31, 2026, where the government approved the repudiation of a number of projects following recommendations by the State Tenders Board.
Commissioner for Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, flanked by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Sir Festus Ahon, during a Post Exco briefing said the affected projects were terminated because their execution had fallen below expectations, stressing that the government could no longer allow public funds to remain tied up in projects that were not progressing satisfactorily.
Among the projects affected are the Okerenkoko Township Road, the construction of Adjei Street and School Road with interlocking stones at a new layout in Warri South Local Government Area, and the permanent office complex for the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC).
Aniagwu explained that the termination was necessary to create room for fresh procurement processes and enable the government to engage contractors with the capacity to complete the projects within reasonable timelines.
The development is expected to generate further reactions as the state government provides more information on the decision.
Governor Oborevwori’s administration has continued to emphasise accountability, effective project delivery and prudent management of public resources.
Cubana Chief Priest Defends Comments on Imo, Anambra Billionaires
Popular Nigerian socialite and businessman, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has responded to the backlash that followed his recent comments comparing the spending culture of billionaires from Imo State with those from other parts of Igbo land.
Chief Priest, who is known for his strong ties to Imo State, clarified that his comments were not about questioning the financial capacity of people from Anambra or other Igbo states, but rather about their willingness to display wealth through extravagant lifestyles.
According to him, having money is different from being willing to spend it on luxury and high-end possessions.
“I didn’t say you people don’t have money. What I said is that you don’t have the mind to do the kind of things we Imo people do,” he said.
He challenged those who disagreed with him to prove him wrong, citing a reported $500,000 wristwatch acquired by his associate, Vintage, as an example of the level of luxury spending he was referring to.
“If you people say I’m lying, then prove me wrong and buy that watch of $500K that my brother Vintage collected to celebrate his birthday,” he added.
Chief Priest maintained that his position was based on what he described as the distinctive lifestyle and spending culture associated with people from Imo State.
“I said what I said. We Ndi Imo have doings more than other parts of Igbo land. We own the lifestyle. It’s not about having money; can you spend it?” he stated.
He also claimed that Imo people have produced the highest number of superstars in Nigeria, further defending his assertion about the state’s influence in entertainment and popular culture.
His remarks have continued to generate debate on social media, with some Nigerians viewing them as playful banter between different parts of the South-East, while others criticised the comparison as unnecessary and divisive.
