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Oct

18

2026

GOMEP-NG Congratulates Otiti on Tompolo’s PBAT Movement Appointment

NEWS#AkpovokeOtiti, #DeltaState, #GOMEPNG, #NigerianPolitics, #OnlineMedia, #PBATMovement, #PoliticalNews, #Tompolo

GOMEP-NG Congratulates Otiti on Tompolo’s PBAT Movement Appointment GOMEP-NG has celebrated a proud moment for its leadership following the appointment of National President Akpovoke Otiti as Online Media Coordinator of Tompolo’s PBAT Movement in Delta State, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen the movement’s digital communication and public engagement. The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has congratulated its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, on his appointment as Online Media Coordinator of the Media and Publicity Committee of Tompolo’s PBAT Movement in Delta State. The appointment, announced on Saturday, October 17, 2026, recognises Otiti’s experience…

Oct

16

2026

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GATI 2026 Awards: Oborevwori Named Nigeria’s Best-Rated Governor in Healthcare, Education

POLITICS#Accountability, #BasicEducation, #DeltaState, #GATI2026, #GOMEP, #Governance, #Oborevwori, Healthcare

GATI 2026 Awards: Oborevwori Named Nigeria’s Best-Rated Governor in Healthcare, Education Why Delta State Stands Out: Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has earned national recognition in healthcare and basic education as GOMEP-NG releases its 2026 GATI rankings. Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria has named Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Nigeria’s best-rated governor in healthcare and basic education in its 2026 GATI Awards, citing the state’s contributory health insurance scheme and SUBEB interventions. ABUJA — Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has emerged as Nigeria’s best-rated governor in healthcare delivery and basic education in the 2026 Governance Accountability and Transparency…

Oct

03

2026

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How Teenage Boys Allegedly Gang-Raped 16-Year-Old Girl in Delta Hotel, Mocked Her Over Menstruation

CRIME, METRO, Oddity#ChildProtection, #ChildSafety, #CrimeNews, #DeltaState, #Menstruation, #PoliceNews, #SexualViolence, #Ughelli

How Teenage Boys Allegedly Gang-Raped 16-Year-Old Girl in Delta Hotel, Mocked Her Over Menstruation A teenager’s visit to a hotel in Delta State allegedly turned into a traumatic ordeal after she was sexually assaulted and recorded by two boys she had reportedly been introduced to through a friend. A 16-year-old girl has alleged that two teenage boys sexually assaulted and recorded her at a hotel in Delta State after she was lured there by a friend. A disturbing incident in Delta State has sparked concern after a 16-year-old girl alleged that she was sexually assaulted by two teenage boys at…

Sep

19

2026

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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

15

2026

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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

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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

08

2026

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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…

Aug

22

2026

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Anambra, Delta Must Turn Economic Gains Into Investment, Jobs — Soludo

POLITICS#AnambraState, #DeltaState, #EconomicDevelopment, #InvestmentInNigeria, #JobCreation, #MadeInNigeria, #NigeriaEconomy, #Soludo

Anambra, Delta Must Turn Economic Gains Into Investment, Jobs — Soludo By Our Correspondent Nigeria’s economic recovery is opening a new window for investment, but Governor Chukwuma Soludo says the real test is no longer about economic promises. It is about turning improved economic stability into factories, businesses, jobs and better lives for Nigerians. Anambra and Delta states have been urged to leverage Nigeria’s improving macroeconomic stability, stronger foreign exchange position and investment opportunities to attract capital, create jobs and reduce poverty. Governor Chukwuma Soludo said stronger economic cooperation between both states, alongside increased patronage of Made-in-Nigeria goods, could accelerate…

Jul

13

2026

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GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta

POLITICS#APC, #BenIgbakpa, #BolaAhmedTinubu, #DeltaState, #DoorToDoorCampaign, #GOMEPNG, #RenewedHope, #Tinubu

GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta Ben Igbakpa's latest political appointment has attracted fresh attention, with GOMEP-NG describing it as a reward for years of leadership, grassroots service and political dedication in Delta State. Political stakeholders continue to react to key appointments ahead of future electoral activities, and one of the latest endorsements has come from the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG). The media body has congratulated former House of Representatives member, Rt. Hon. Ben Igbakpa, following his appointment as Delta State Director of the Door-to-Door Campaign for President Bola…

Feb

10

2026

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Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue Child

METRO#AgborTragedy, #CommunityViolence, #DeltaState, #HumanRights, #JusticeForLawrence, #MobJustice, #NigeriaNews #CrimeReport

Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue Child "A Nigerian man, Lawrence, was allegedly beaten to death by a mob in Delta State just four days after returning from Italy, after he reportedly intervened to save a child from assault." Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue ChildA tragic incident has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over mob justice in Nigeria after a young man identified as Lawrence was reportedly killed by an angry crowd in Owa Alero community, Agbor, Delta State. Lawrence’s death occurred barely four days…