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DTSG Breaks 34-Year Record with Fastest Exam Results

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By Owen Akenzua The Delta State Government has released the 2025 cognitive/placement examination results as it set a new record beating the standards that has been held since its inception 34years ago. The Commissioner for Primary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu, made this known in a

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HoS promises fairness, transparency in loans disbursement to Delta civil servants

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By Owen Akenzua The Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji has charged all key players to do their due diligence in the consideration, approval and disbursement of Housing and Vehicle Loans to beneficiaries. She gave the charge while presenting cheques to some Civil Servants in her office at Asaba. While commending […]

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Delta Capital Development Agency commences flood control operation

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By Owen Akenzua In a proactive move to mitigate flooding and ensure a cleaner, healthier environment, the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has commenced a comprehensive flood control operation across the capital territory. The exercise includes the desilting of drainage systems, clearing of overgrown grasses, and evacuation of resultant silts and

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DTSG engages investors on ease of doing business reforms

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By Owen Akenzua In a bid to create an enabling environment for investments and businesses to thrive for a robust economy, the Delta State Government has assured it’s commitment to the actualization of the strategies and action plans on Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) reforms for both local and foreign investors. This was made known […]

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Delta govt open to constructive criticism – Aniagwu

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By Owen Akenzua The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic ideals and openness to constructive criticism, describing such engagement as vital for growth and accountability. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this while addressing journalists in Asaba, noting that the Oborevwori-led

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Police crack down on kidnappers, recover weapons, phones in Delta

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By Owen Akenzua In a major breakthrough against criminal syndicates in Delta State, operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested multiple suspects linked to kidnapping, armed robbery, and “one-chance” operations, recovering firearms, ammunition, and stolen items in the process. The coordinated operations, carried out by the Commissioner of Police Special

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Delta Justice Ministry reiterates commitment to reduce sexual, gender-based violence

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By Owen Akenzua In a determined effort to combat Sexual and Gender -Based Violence, the Delta State Ministry of Justice has reiterated its commitment to apply necessary measures against Sexual Offences, Gender -Based Violence and the protection of Child’s Rights in the State. The Hon. Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole SAN, gave this

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DTSG concludes ministerial safety officers’ workshop

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By Owen Akenzua The two-day workshop organized by the Delta State Directorate of Special Projects for Ministerial Safety Officers has been concluded in Asaba with comprehensive emergency response drills and renewed commitment to workplace safety. The workshop, which focused on enhancing the capacity of selected officers in securing Delta State’s multi-billion-naira state

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Justice Ministry holds seminar, educate public on importance of will making

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By Owen Akenzua The Delta State Ministry of Justice has hosted a seminar titled “The importance of making a will” which brought together different Ministries Agencies and Parastatals, (MDA’s), in the State Civil Service to demystify the process of making a will and highlighted its social and legal relevance. Declaring the seminar opened in Asaba, […]

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Delta govt unveils plan to revamp 150 primary health centres, boost healthcare

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By Owen Akenzua The Delta State Government says it has embark on a major initiative to improve healthcare delivery in the State, with the first phase of renovation of 150 Health Centres and two-bedroom units out of the 441 centres across the State. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme made the disclosure during a meeting […]

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Delta govt launches aggressive sickle cell disease prevention initiative

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By Owen Akenzua In a bold move to combat Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), the Delta State Government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to scale up awareness, prevention, and treatment of the condition. First Lady of Delta State and Founder of the ‘You Matter Charity Foundation’, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, while speaking at the 2025 World Sickle […]

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Delta govt resumes reclamation of lands taken over by land grabbers 

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By Owen Akenzua Deltans and the public at large are hereby put on notice to the effect that the State Government is set to resume reclamation of government lands that have been illegally taken over by land grabbers across the state. According  to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government Dr. Kingsley […]

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Delta most peaceful state for oil, gas business in Nigeria –Gov’s Aide

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By Owen Akezua Delta State, under the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has emerged as the most peaceful and investor-friendly environment for oil and gas operations in Nigeria. The Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, attributed the state’s stability and security to its growing appeal among

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Eid-el-Kabir: Delta Muslim pilgrims pray for Tinubu, Oborevwori, Okowa

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By Owen Akenzua Muslim faithful from Delta State have joined others in the holy pilgrimage to Mecca for this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, to offer fervent prayers for President Bola Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, seeking divine guidance and strength for their leadership. They called on Muslims across the globe to live a […]

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Delta govt approves N6.7bn UBEC counterpart Fund

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By Owen Akenzua The Delta State Executive Council, Thursday, approved series of multi-billion naira road construction and rehabilitation projects aimed at improving infrastructure and boosting economic activities across the state. The council also approved the release of N6.7 billion as the state’s counterpart funding to access the Universal Basic Education

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Insecurity: Uzum condemns excessive use of force on peaceful protesters in Delta

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By Owen Akenzua Eugene Azuka Uzum has condemned the alleged attack on residents and youths in Abraka in Delta State, who were peacefully protesting against rampant cases of kidnapping in the university town and its environs. Uzum, a lawyer, policy analyst, politician and youth advocate, stated this against the unsavoury reports of the excessive use […]

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Delta CP orders probe into alleged misconduct of officer in viral video

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By Owen Akenzua The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has ordered a full-scale investigation into a viral video showing an alleged act of misconduct by police officers attached to the Ebrumede Division in Warri. The video, currently circulating across multiple social media platforms, features a man who identified himself as “DJ […]

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Waterways Safety: FG donates 3,500 Life Jackets to Delta

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By Owen Akenzua In a bid to promote safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has handed over 3,500 life jackets to the Delta State Directorate of Transport as part of an ongoing national campaign to reduce boat mishaps and promote a culture of safety on the waterways. The […]

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Delta Revenue Service to partner Nigerian Air Force on enforcement, compliance drive

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By Owen Akenzua Chairman of the Delta State IRS, Hon. Solomon Ighrakpata has revealed that the Service is open to collaborate with the Nigerian Air Force to ensure effective enforcement and compliance drive amongst tax defaulters. The Revenue boss made this declaration, Monday, in his Office in Warri, when the Commander, 214 FORWARD OPERATING BASE […]

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Delta dep gov urges citizens to invest in state

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By Owen Akenzua The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, has called on well-to-do Deltans to invest in the state. He made the call on Sunday while inaugurating Decency Hotel and Suites, Kwale in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State. He emphasized that Deltans should not leave investments in the […]