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Sep

22

2026

2027: Who Is Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, YPP Candidate for Orlu/Orsu/Oru East?

POLITICS#2027Elections, #HouseOfRepresentatives, #Igboayaka2027, #IgboayakaOIgboayaka, #ImoPolitics, #ImoState, #OrluOrsuOruEast, #YPP

2027: Who Is Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, YPP Candidate for Orlu/Orsu/Oru East? By Chidiebube Ndubuisi Emmanuel His journey began in student leadership. Years later, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka is taking another step into electoral politics as he seeks to represent Orlu, Orsu and Oru East in 2027. Igboayaka O. Igboayaka is a philosopher, youth leader, human rights advocate and YPP candidate for Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal Constituency in the 2027 House of Representatives election. As political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general election, attention is increasingly turning to the candidates seeking to represent Orlu, Orsu and Oru East Federal Constituency in the…

Sep

19

2026

By Famous Reporters

NDC Condemns Alleged Political Violence in Effurun, Urges Police, DSS Probe

POLITICS#ChrisIyovwaye, #Delta2027, #DeltaState, #DeltaStatePolitics, #Effurun, #MuladeAlfred, #NDC, #PoliticalViolence

NDC Condemns Alleged Political Violence in Effurun, Urges Police, DSS Probe Tension has risen in Effurun, Delta State, after the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) alleged that a political rally in the area was disrupted by intimidation, violence and thuggery, prompting the party to demand an urgent investigation by security agencies. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS) and Inspector-General of Police to investigate an alleged attack and disruption of a political rally in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. The party said those found responsible should be prosecuted.…

Sep

18

2026

By Famous Reporters

Politicians Are ‘Killing’ Journalism in Nigeria — GOMEP-NG President

POLITICS

Politicians Are ‘Killing’ Journalism in Nigeria — GOMEP-NG President — GOMEP-NG President accuses political actors of promoting untrained ‘pressmen’ By Our Correspondent The rise of social media has changed how Nigerians consume information. But GOMEP-NG says the digital revolution should not erase the line between having an online platform and being a trained journalist. GOMEP-NG President Akpovoke Otiti has accused political actors and some media practitioners of weakening journalism in Nigeria by allowing untrained social media operators to perform professional media functions. He called for greater respect for journalism training, ethics, verification and editorial standards. ABUJA — The Guild of…

Sep

15

2026

By Famous Reporters

Deacon Chris Iyovwaye: From Humble Beginnings to Delta Governorship Candidate

POLITICS#ChrisIyovwaye, #DeaconChrisIyovwaye, #DeltaGovernorship2027, #DeltaState, #DeltaStatePolitics, #NDCDelta, #NigerDeltaDevelopment, #WellmannGroup

Deacon Chris Iyovwaye: From Humble Beginnings to Delta Governorship Candidate From an auxiliary nurse and quality-control inspector to the head of a multimillion-dollar industrial group, Deacon Chris Iyovwaye's journey is one of resilience, faith, enterprise and public ambition. Deacon Chris Iyovwaye is a Nigerian entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and politician, and the 2026 governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Delta State. He is the Founder and CEO of Wellmann Group of Companies, a major player in heavy lifting, modular transportation, engineering logistics and specialised project support across Africa. Deacon Chris Iyovwaye, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

Iyovwaye Faults Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori

POLITICS#Delta2027, #DeltaGovernorship, #Deltans, #DeltaStatePolitics, #Iyovwaye, #NigeriaPolitics, #Oborevwori, #UrhoboMonarchs

Iyovwaye Faults Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori A fresh political controversy is building in Delta State after NDC governorship candidate Deacon Chris Iyovwaye challenged the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by some Urhobo monarchs, arguing that the concerns of ordinary Deltans should come before political endorsements. Deacon Chris Iyovwaye has faulted the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by some Urhobo traditional rulers, arguing that the decision does not adequately reflect the concerns of Deltans. The NDC governorship candidate called for greater attention to healthcare, education, security, agriculture and the cost of living, while urging the monarchs to reconsider…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

Oborevwori’s WAEC Certificates, INEC Affidavit Raise Fresh Qualification Questions

POLITICS#DeltaPolitics, #DeltaState, #INEC, #Oborevwori, #OborevworiINEC #DeltaPolitics #INEC #WAEC #DeltaState, #OborevworiWAEC, #SheriffOborevwori, #WAEC

Oborevwori’s WAEC Certificates, INEC Affidavit Raise Fresh Qualification Questions A fresh controversy over Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s educational records has raised questions about the consistency of his declarations to INEC, particularly over his reported Master’s degree and WAEC certificates allegedly submitted during previous election cycles. Sheriff Oborevwori’s educational qualifications are facing fresh scrutiny following questions over an alleged INEC affidavit, his reported Master’s degree in Political Science and WAEC certificates allegedly submitted in 2015, 2019 and 2023. The claims remain subject to verification against original INEC, WAEC and affidavit records. ASABA — Fresh questions have emerged over the educational…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

Be calm and never take law into your hands, says Chief Eric Opah

POLITICS#Abia2027, #EricOpah, #EthnicDiscrimination, #NgwaExtraction

Be calm and never take law into your hands, says Chief Eric Opah My attention has been drawn to a recent publication by a young lady on Facebook which, to many of us, appears to have denigrated and stereotyped our people and Ala Ngwa. I understand the pain and anger such a publication can generate. No people should be reduced to a stereotype as demeaning as the content of that post. No young person should be made to grow up believing that an entire ethnic group can be judged by the perceived actions or shortcomings of a few especially where…

Sep

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: GOMEP-NG Condemns Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori

POLITICS#2027Governorship, #Delta2027, #DeltaPolitics, #GOMEPNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Oborevwori, #UrhoboMonarchs, #UrhoboNation

2027: GOMEP-NG Condemns Urhobo Monarchs’ Endorsement of Oborevwori The 2027 Delta governorship race has taken a fresh turn after GOMEP-NG challenged the reported decision of Urhobo traditional rulers to back Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation. The Guild warned that the move could deepen political divisions and urged the monarchs to remain neutral fathers to all aspirants. GOMEP-NG has condemned the reported endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by Urhobo traditional rulers as the sole governorship candidate of the Urhobo Nation ahead of the 2027 Delta State election. The Guild urged the monarchs to remain politically…

Sep

10

2026

By Famous Reporters

Peter Obi: GOMEP-NG Demands Probe Into Alleged Benue Road Blockade

POLITICS#BenuePolitics, #BenueRoadBlockade, #GOMEPNG, #Nigeriandemocracy, #NigeriaPolitics, #OppositionPolitics, #PeterObi, #PoliticalThuggery

Peter Obi: GOMEP-NG Demands Probe Into Alleged Benue Road Blockade GOMEP-NG has condemned the reported blockade of Peter Obi’s entourage in Benue State and called on the police and DSS to investigate the incident. The guild described the alleged obstruction as political intimidation and urged authorities to identify and prosecute anyone found responsible. A political road blockade in Benue has raised fresh concerns about Nigeria’s democratic space, after GOMEP-NG demanded an urgent investigation into the alleged obstruction of Peter Obi’s entourage. ABUJA — The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has condemned the reported blockade of…

Sep

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

Otiti Calls for Delta Youth Commissioner’s Resignation, Wants Younger, Dynamic Leader

POLITICS#AkpovokeOtiti, #DeltaPolitics, #DeltaState, #DeltaYouthCommissioner, #Gomep-ng, #SheriffOborevwori, #YouthDevelopment, #YouthLeadership

Otiti Calls for Delta Youth Commissioner’s Resignation, Wants Younger, Dynamic Leader A fresh controversy is brewing in Delta State as GOMEP-NG President Comrade Akpovoke Otiti challenges the appointment of the state’s Youth Development Commissioner, questioning whether the ministry is being led by someone who can truly connect with the aspirations of young people. Comrade Akpovoke Otiti has called for the resignation of Delta State Commissioner for Youth Development, questioning the appointment and urging Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to replace him with a younger and more dynamic leader. ASABA, DELTA STATE — A fresh controversy has emerged over youth leadership in Delta…