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The Executive Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Barr. Jaro Omovudu Egbo, on Wednesday, 15 January 2026, led residents, security agencies, and veterans in commemorating the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the Public Field, Ughelli.

Speaking at the solemn ceremony, Chairman Egbo paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives in defence of the nation’s unity, peace, and territorial integrity. He described the occasion as a moment of reflection and gratitude, not only to honour the dead but also to appreciate serving and retired personnel who continue to bear the scars of national service.

The Chairman reiterated his administration’s commitment to the welfare of veterans and the families of fallen heroes, stressing the importance of effective collaboration between the local government and the Nigerian Legion to ensure that government programmes reach beneficiaries at the grassroots. He assured widows, orphans, and ex-servicemen that their welfare remains a collective responsibility the council is determined to uphold.

In alignment with national and state priorities, Egbo called on citizens to support the development and security agenda of the Federal and Delta State Governments, led by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State. According to him, these initiatives are designed to deepen development, enhance security, and improve the quality of life across all levels of governance.

Earlier, in a goodwill address on behalf of the Nigerian Legion, S/SGT. Alexander Obire (JP) outlined the objectives of Remembrance Day, which include honouring those who died in the First and Second World Wars, the Nigerian Civil War, and peacekeeping missions, as well as supporting widows, orphans, and aged veterans. He commended the Ughelli North Chairman for his accessibility and sustained support to the Legion, noting that recent celebrations under his leadership have set new standards.

The Legion representative also highlighted notable achievements of the Ughelli North administration, including the resolution of long-standing communal conflicts, improvements in market administration, enhanced security coordination, ongoing infrastructure projects, and progress at health facilities within the local government.

The event featured the traditional laying of wreaths, prayers for fallen heroes, and solidarity with veterans and their families. Participants described the ceremony as dignified and reflective, reinforcing the community’s resolve to uphold the ideals of peace, unity, justice, and service for which the nation’s heroes fought and died.

The programme concluded with prayers for the repose of the souls of fallen heroes and blessings for Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The Ughelli North Legislative Arm has called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of hoodlums who allegedly stormed the legislative chambers during plenary on Wednesday and made away with the mace, the symbol of authority of the House.

The call was made by the Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Ese Agboborie, during an interview shortly after the disruption of the plenary session. He condemned the incident, describing it as an assault on democracy and the integrity of the legislative institution.

Agboborie stated that councillors of the 8th Ughelli North Legislative Arm have implicit confidence in the leadership of the Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Prosper Ajero, noting that the affairs of the House had been piloted peacefully and responsibly under his leadership.

According to the Majority Leader, plenary was progressing smoothly until Hon. Onome Ishere was allegedly denied the opportunity to speak, a development that triggered chaos in the chamber, during which hoodlums reportedly seized the mace.

He urged members of the public to disregard rumours of an impeachment of the Leader of the House, stressing that no impeachment took place and that no notice of impeachment was ever served on the Leader.
Corroborating the account, the Clerk of the House, Mr. Emmanuel Tagbajumi, in a statement, said the mace was taken away by unknown persons after the session became rowdy when the councillor representing Ughelli Ward 12 was not recognised to speak. He added that the disrupted sitting was attended by 17 councillors.

Otiti aka truthsayer

Asaba – Today, my crew and I embarked on a working visit to the head office of the Direct Labour Agency (DLA) in Asaba, an agency once regarded as a cornerstone of government led infrastructure development in Delta State.

What greeted us, however, was a disturbing picture that sharply contrasted with the agency’s proud past. The DLA premises were largely deserted, with old structures standing forlorn in an atmosphere of neglect.

The compound was visibly dirty and poorly maintained, giving the impression of an institution that has been left to fend for itself. The once busy agency now appears lifeless, raising concerns about its current operational status.

This situation naturally provokes critical questions. Why is the Direct Labour Agency seemingly inactive? Is the decline a result of poor management, inadequate funding, or a deliberate lack of government patronage?

Stakeholders are left to wonder what went wrong in an agency designed to strengthen public works delivery.
Before now, the DLA played a key role in constructing durable roads and executing other vital projects across the state.

As a government owned construction outfit, it helped reduce reliance on external contractors while building technical capacity within the public sector.
Ironically, the government’s own construction agency now appears abandoned, while contracts that could be handled internally are increasingly awarded elsewhere.

This shift has further fuelled speculation that policy neglect, rather than technical incapacity, may be at the heart of the agency’s decline.
The decay of the Direct Labour Agency goes beyond crumbling buildings and overgrown compounds.

It reflects deeper challenges in governance and institutional sustainability. For many observers, the pressing issue is whether the government will revive the DLA or allow a once promising public institution to fade completely into irrelevance.

The Executive Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Council has approved the dissolution of all Market union and Executives of Both Main Market and foodstuff Market in Ughelii Urban with immediate effect.

Accordingly, the Chairlady and Executives of Foodstuff Market, led by Ikogho Blessing, as well as the Chairlady and Executives of the Main Market, led by Mrs. Evelyn Ogheneovo, are hereby relieved of their duties.

Following this dissolution, the Market Management Committee now in charge of all markets shall consist of:

The Head of Revenue, Ughelli North Local Government Council Mr Ubogu Emmanuel

The Chairman, Market Committee Pastor Aghogho Omotor

The Local government Market mistress
(Main Market )
Mrs Queen Odeimor
The local government Market (Foodstuff)
Mrs Ochuko Erah

These officials are hereby mandated to oversee the administration, revenue collection, and general management of the two markets in the Ughelli Urban till further notice.

All traders, stakeholders, and members of the public are advised to take note and comply strictly with this directive, as any act contrary to this announcement will be dealt with in accordance with the law.

This announcement is for your strict compliance.

Signed
Goodluck Unuawvorho
For: Executive Chairman
Ughelli North Local Government Council

By: Akpovoke Otiti

The Ughelli Kingdom respectfully appeals to the Delta State Government to complement the ongoing flyover bridge project with a comprehensive rehabilitation of internal roads across the city. While the flyover is a laudable intervention, its full benefits will only be realised if the surrounding road network is brought to a functional and durable standard that supports commerce, mobility, and daily life.

In this regard, the Kingdom humbly seeks approval for the construction of at least 10 kilometres of internal roads, noting that a significant proportion of Ughelli’s street roads are  presently in a deplorable condition. Improved internal connectivity would ease traffic pressure, stimulate local enterprise, and enhance access to essential services for residents.

The Kingdom further appeals for the dua carriage way of the east west road
For installation of solar powered street lighting along the Otovwodo – Ekiugbo axis of the East-West Road. This intervention would not only beautify the city and improve night time visibility, but also deliver a measurable uplift in public safety and security for motorists, pedestrians, and nearby communities.

Additionally, the Kingdom calls on His Excellency, the Governor, to kindly grant approval for the development of the Abandoned ultra modern state government school building, opposite Saint Theresa’s Grammar School, Ekiugbo. The site, acquired years ago from the Catholic Mission, has regrettably remained fallow despite its strategic importance to the community.

It is the Kingdom’s considered proposal that the facility be designated as the Sheriff Francis Oborevwori School of Nursing. Such an institution would serve as a vital educational and healthcare asset, while complementing the ultra modern Tobore Oborevwori Cottage Hospital and strengthening the healthcare workforce in Ughelli and its environs.

The Executive Chairman, Jaro Omovidu Egbo, has affirmed that all necessary arrangements and institutional support would be promptly put in place to ensure the school’s successful establishment and sustainable operation, should the approval be graciously granted by the State Government.

Speaking on behalf of the Kingdom, the spokesman, Chief Peter Akpofure, conveyed the community’s profound respect and loyalty to His Excellency, and offered prayers for his continued good health, wisdom, and longevity, as he steers Delta State towards inclusive development and enduring progress.

Majemite Media

Ughelli – Chief Fred Okiemute Majemite has commended the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Otovwodo Flyover in Ughelli, describing the project as a major boost to infrastructure development in the state.

Majemite aka Agbragha Mi’ gbrogho  said the flyover project further demonstrates the governor’s commitment to delivering people oriented projects that cut across all parts of Delta State, irrespective of location or political considerations. According to him, the Otovwodo Flyover is one of several milestone projects under the Oborevwori administration, of the MORE Agenda reflecting a deliberate effort to address long standing infrastructural challenges, particularly in urban centres with heavy traffic congestion.

He noted that the commencement of the project is a clear testimony to the governor’s impactful governance, adding that Ughelli, as the headquarters of the Urhobo nation, holds strategic importance not only to the Urhobo people but to the entire state.

Majemite stressed that the benefits of the flyover would extend beyond Ughelli residents, improving connectivity, easing movement, and enhancing economic activities for commuters and businesses across the region. Majemite,  popularly known as “the Agbragha-Migbrogho of the Universe,” expressed appreciation to Governor Oborevwori on behalf of the people, assuring him of continued support as his administration advances its development agenda across Delta State.

Asaba Delta State January 10 2026 A High Court sitting in Asaba has delivered a landmark judgment declaring that the Delta State Traffic Management Authority DESTMA has no legal authority to arrest motorists impose fines or impound vehicles in Delta State.

The court ruled that the enabling law establishing DESTMA does not confer powers of arrest prosecution or fine imposition on the agency or its officers adding that such powers are vested exclusively in the Nigeria Police Force and other agencies expressly empowered by law.

In its judgment the court described DESTMA’s enforcement actions including arrests fines and vehicle impoundment as ultra vires meaning beyond its legal authority and therefore null and void. The ruling effectively strips the agency of its core enforcement powers and renders its past practices unlawful.

The court further held that motorists who were arrested fined or had their vehicles seized by DESTMA under these unlawful practices are entitled to seek redress including refunds and damages through the courts.

The judgment follows years of widespread complaints by commercial and private motorists across Delta State who accused DESTMA operatives of harassment extortion illegal towing and abuse of power under the guise of traffic enforcement.

Following the ruling celebrations broke out across motor parks and transport corridors in Asaba Warri Sapele Ughelli and other parts of the state as drivers and transport unions described the decision as liberation from what they called daily oppression on the roads.

Some stakeholders however expressed concern that the judgment could weaken traffic control and enforcement if the state government does not urgently put alternative lawful measures in place to maintain order on Delta roads.

Legal analysts say the ruling means DESTMA can now only function in traffic control education and advisory roles unless the Delta State Government appeals the judgment or amends the agency’s enabling law to clearly define and legalise its enforcement powers.

The Oborevwori administration is now under pressure to respond either by filing an appeal restructuring DESTMA or introducing a new legal framework to prevent a vacuum in traffic management and enforcement across the state.

IBN News Reporter

The Executive Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Barr. Jaro Movudu Egbo, KSC, has announced a Special Environmental Sanitation Exercise aimed at ensuring a clean and orderly environment ahead of the forthcoming flyover groundbreaking ceremony.

The exercise is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 10 January 2026, between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. prompt. During this period, all commercial and routine activities are expected to pause to allow for full participation in the sanitation effort.

Residents of Ughelli North LGA, including business owners, shop operators, market men and women, community leaders, and other stakeholders, particularly along the Otovwodo East/West Road axis, are enjoined to take part actively in the exercise.

The initiative is designed to prepare the area for the Flyover Groundbreaking Ceremony slated for Monday, 12 January 2026.
Participants are required to thoroughly clean their immediate surroundings and ensure the proper evacuation of refuse, waste, and debris.

The exercise is intended to promote a healthier, cleaner, and safer environment for all, while reinforcing the importance of environmental responsibility within the local government area.

To ensure compliance and effectiveness, all relevant environmental and security agencies have been directed to be fully on ground throughout the exercise.

The Ughelli North Local Government reiterates that cleanliness is a shared civic duty, affirming once again that “A Cleaner Ughelli North is Our Watchword.”

Signed:
Pastor Goodluck Irikefe Unuavworho, CNA
Secretary to the Local Government
For: The Chairman