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Ughelli – Chief Barr. Fred Okiemute Majemite has extended heartfelt congratulations to mothers on the occasion of Mother’s Day, describing them as individuals whose lives are defined by purity of heart, deep compassion and immeasurable sacrifice.
Majemite, in his goodwill message marking the celebration, said mothers occupy a unique and irreplaceable place in society, noting that their love, patience and emotional strength continue to shape families and communities across the world.

He stated that motherhood represents one of life’s greatest responsibilities, as mothers devote their time, energy and affection to nurturing their children and guiding them toward becoming responsible members of society.

According to him, the sacrifices made by mothers often go unnoticed, yet their contributions remain the foundation upon which strong families and stable communities are built.

The legal practitioner commended mothers for their steadfast commitment to raising their children despite the many challenges they encounter, adding that their resilience and dedication deserve recognition and appreciation.

Majemite therefore called on families and communities to celebrate and honour mothers not only on Mother’s Day but at every opportunity, stressing that their enduring love and selflessness remain one of humanity’s greatest blessings.

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Dr. Peter Adogbejiri Mrakpor (SAN) has stepped forward to lead the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State at a time many observers say the party is facing one of the most defining moments in its political history.

For months, the leadership of the party and several of its members were widely believed to be drifting towards political alignment with the All Progressives Congress, APC, the same party they fiercely campaigned against during the 2023 general elections, raising concerns about the future direction of the PDP in the state.
Mrakpor’s emergence as the new state chairman, however, is now being interpreted by party faithful and political watchers as a decisive step towards restoring confidence and rebuilding the political structure of the PDP across Delta State.

Speaking on the development, Mrakpor maintained that the time had come for the party to move beyond internal uncertainties and begin the process of repositioning its leadership while reconnecting with its grassroots base.

According to him, the realities confronting many residents of the state, particularly young people, including unemployment, weak human capital development, poor electricity supply and declining focus on agriculture, require purposeful leadership and renewed political direction.

The Senior Advocate of Nigeria stressed that the next phase of the party’s political engagement must go beyond agitation and focus on strategic governance, technological advancement, economic inclusion and sound policy initiatives that can deliver meaningful development.

Observers believe Mrakpor’s emergence marks a moment of reflection within the PDP in Delta State, signalling that the task of rebuilding the party has begun and will demand courage, resilience and strong leadership to reposition it as a party truly driven by the aspirations of the people.

By: Truthsayer

Tension heightened in Asaba, the Delta State capital, on Saturday as a large crowd of supporters thronged the venue of the Peoples Democratic Party state congress, marking the party’s re emergence after a period of low visibility in the state.

Despite tight security at the venue with a strict “no ticket, no entry” policy enforced by security operatives, party faithful and supporters gathered in large numbers, creating what observers described as an unprecedented turnout for the party’s internal exercise.
Many political watchers had earlier underestimated the influence of the newly emerged state chairman, Dr. Peter Adogbejiri Mrakpor (SAN), but the turnout at the congress suggested renewed enthusiasm among party members and supporters across the state.

The development was considered significant given that the party currently has no councillor, member of the state House of Assembly, or political appointee holding office in the state, yet Dr. Mrakpor only one man pulled such mammoth crowd .

Supporters at the venue said the massive turnout demonstrated growing confidence in the new leadership of the party, expressing optimism that the PDP could regain its political footing in Delta State.
Speaking during the congress, Mrakpor assured members that efforts were underway to rebuild the party structure and reclaim the PDP secretariat in the state, declaring that the leadership was determined to reposition the party for future political contests.

By : Akpovoke Otiti

Engr.  Henry Ekutegbe has congratulated Dr. Adogbejiri Peter Mrakpor (SAN) following his emergence as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, describing the development as a major boost for the party in the state.
Ekutegbe, in a congratulatory message made available to journalists, described Mrakpor as a seasoned administrator and legal luminary whose leadership qualities stand him out as a “no-match” candidate capable of repositioning the party for greater success.

According to him, the emergence of Mrakpor as chairman marks the beginning of a new era of purposeful leadership within the party, noting that his wealth of experience as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria would strengthen internal cohesion and party discipline.

He commended the leadership of the PDP in Delta State for conducting what he described as a credible and transparent process that produced Mrakpor as the party’s chairman, stressing that the decision reflects the confidence party stakeholders have in his ability to lead.

Ekutegbe also expressed appreciation to party faithful across the state for their unwavering commitment and belief in the leadership capacity of Mrakpor, urging them to remain united in order to move the party forward.
He further stated that with an “authentic Senior Advocate of Nigeria” now at the helm of the party structure in the state, the PDP would experience renewed strength, improved coordination and a stronger political presence.

The engineer expressed optimism that under Mrakpor’s leadership, the PDP would witness a significant increase in membership and support base across Delta State, while consolidating its position as the dominant political force in the state.

The Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State has raised serious concern over the activities of individuals allegedly impersonating officials of the Delta State Environmental Management Agency (DESMA) and extorting money from motorists and transport operators within the council area.

The council disclosed that the suspected impostors, who reportedly dress in green uniforms, have been harassing commercial tricycle operators, popularly known as keke, motorcycle riders and other motorists across several parts of the local government.

In a statement issued by the council authorities, it was revealed that the individuals have been collecting illegal levies from members of the public, with the amount allegedly ranging between N30,000 and N150,000.

The council, however, clarified that the activities of the individuals are illegal, stressing that their operations are not backed by any law in Delta State.
It added that the local government had not authorised any group or individuals to operate as DESMA marshals or to collect money from residents and transport operators within the council area.

The statement therefore advised residents, motorists and transport operators not to cooperate with such individuals or make any payment to them under any circumstance.
The council also urged members of the public to immediately report anyone parading themselves as DESMA marshals to the Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area or the nearest police station for appropriate action.

The statement was signed by Fidelis E. Erhiurhure, Principal Secretary to the Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area.

Iselle-Uku Operatives of Operation Delta Sweep have intercepted a police officer attached to Zone 5 Headquarters in Benin City, Edo State,  through the aide of  an activist popular known and called Wong Box. The Young Nigeria Right Organisation.  They intercepted the Edo Police officer over alleged collaboration with illegal revenue collectors operating along the Asaba–Benin Expressway in Delta State.

The arrest occurred in the Issele-Uku axis of the highway during a routine patrol occassioned by public complaints on the activities of the touts. Authorities said the officer and several accomplices were allegedly part of a group mounting illegal roadblocks to extort money from unsuspecting motorists.

According to preliminary findings, the group was reportedly led by a man identified simply as Emma, who is currently at large.

Investigators believe the suspect coordinated the activities of the illegal collectors who operated along the busy expressway at night. Security sources disclosed that the syndicate allegedly mounted roadblocks between 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., demanding payments ranging from ₦5,000 to ₦15,000 from motorists under the guise of federal haulage revenue.

Upon sighting the approaching Operation Delta Sweep team, three police officers reportedly fled into the nearby bush in an attempt to evade arrest. However, one officer was apprehended alongside three young men believed to be members of the illegal operation.

The suspects were identified as Burema Midingawa, 19, from Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, described as a factory worker; Victor Joseph, 28, from Gombe Local Government Area of Adamawa State, said to be a poultry guard; and Ifeanyi Obinor, 35, an ICT engineer from Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State.

All four suspects were subsequently taken to Asaba for further interrogation by security authorities as part of ongoing investigations into the alleged illegal activities along the expressway.
Security officials noted that the incident has further exposed the presence of “bad eggs” within the security architecture, warning that such individuals undermine efforts by the Delta State Government to combat insecurity and maintain order across the state.

Ughelli – Chief Fred Okiemute Majemite has applauded the unveiling of the Ughelli Kingdom Formidable Movement, describing the initiative as a timely effort to unite sons and daughters of the kingdom.

Majemite, while appreciating the promoters of the movement, said the reasons behind its formation were based on clear realities facing the Ughelli people, particularly the need for unity and a collective voice in addressing issues affecting the kingdom.

He noted that the various communities that make up Ughelli Kingdom must come together and avoid division, stressing that progress and political relevance can only be achieved through unity.
Majemite therefore urged all sons and daughters of the kingdom to support the Ughelli Kingdom Formidable Movement, saying the platform offers a strategic opportunity to reposition the kingdom and correct long-standing political setbacks.

According to him, it was a matter of concern that no Ughelli son or daughter had held a major federal or state political position for a long time, including representation in the Senate or the Delta State House of Assembly.
He called on the people of the kingdom to put their house in order and work collectively to overcome what he described as political marginalisation, while also commending the leadership of the movement for the initiative aimed at uniting the people of Ughelli Kingdom.

……..with 3 Others over Illegal Revenue Collections

Iselle-Uku, Operation Delta Sweep have intercepted a police officer attached to Zone 5 Headquarters in Benin City, Edo State, over alleged collaboration with illegal revenue collectors operating along the Asaba–Benin Expressway in Delta State.

The arrest occurred in the Issele-Uku axis of the highway during a routine patrol by the security outfit. Authorities said the officer and several accomplices were allegedly part of a group mounting illegal roadblocks to extort money from unsuspecting motorists.
According to preliminary findings, the group was reportedly led by a man identified simply as Emma, who is currently at large.

Investigators believe the suspect coordinated the activities of the illegal collectors who operated along the busy expressway at night.
Operation Delta Sweep disclosed that the syndicate allegedly mounted roadblocks between 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., demanding payments ranging from ₦5,000 to ₦15,000 from motorists under the guise of security checks.

Upon sighting the approaching Operation Delta Sweep team, three police officers reportedly fled into the nearby bush in an attempt to evade arrest. However, one officer was apprehended alongside three young men believed to be members of the illegal operation.
The suspects were identified as Burema Midingawa, 19, from Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, described as a factory worker; Victor Joseph, 28, from Gombe Local Government Area of Adamawa State, said to be a poultry guard; and Ifeanyi Obinor, 35, an ICT engineer from Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State.

All four suspects were subsequently taken to Asaba for further interrogation by security authorities as part of ongoing investigations into the alleged illegal activities along the expressway.
Security officials noted that the incident has further exposed the presence of “bad eggs” within the security architecture, warning that such individuals undermine efforts by the Delta State Government to combat insecurity and maintain order across the state.

Leaders of Ughelli Kingdom in Delta State have decried what they described as the continued marginalisation of their people in political appointments at both state and federal levels.

The President General (PG)  of the Ughelli Descendants Union, (UDU) Chief Samuel Akpimegi (JP), made the assertion during the unveiling of the Ughelli Kingdom Formidable Movement, a platform aimed at repositioning the kingdom politically and developmentally.

Akpimegi said Ughelli sons and daughters have not held any significant appointments at the state or federal levels for a long time, stressing that the situation has left the kingdom largely absent in the scheme of political affairs.

According to him, the lack of representation in major political positions, including the State House of Assembly and the Senate, has become a major concern for the people of Ughelli Kingdom.
He stated that the perceived neglect informed the decision to establish the Ughelli Kingdom Formidable Movement as a strategy to mobilise and unite the people toward reclaiming their rightful place in governance.

The UDU President General added that the traditional institution and leaders across the kingdom have thrown their support behind the initiative, noting that the movement enjoys the backing of the monarch and key stakeholders in the area.

Akpimegi called on all Ughelli sons and daughters to put aside political differences and unite for the collective interest of the kingdom, regardless of their affiliations with political parties such as APC, PDP, ADC and Labour Party.

Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the occasion, Dr Bishop Kingsley Enakerhere, said he accepted to lead the unveiling of the movement because of its focus on promoting unity and community development, while the Special Guest of Honour, Chief Lawrence Emerayo, described the initiative as a platform designed to unite Ughelli communities and strengthen their collective voice for progress.

OFUOMA – The family of Olorogun Dr. Isaac Omamuvaye Akpoveta has expressed profound appreciation to distinguished personalities, friends, associates and well wishers who honoured the burial ceremony of their beloved mother held on March 6, 2026. The matriarch passed on to glory at the remarkable age of 117 years.

In a statement made available to journalists, the family said the overwhelming show of love and solidarity during the burial ceremony brought great comfort and honour to the memory of the departed matriarch.

The family particularly appreciated the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, who was ably represented at the ceremony by the Most Distinguished Sen. Emmanuel Edesiri Aguariavwodo, alongside several royal fathers and other eminent personalities who took time out of their busy schedules to attend the event.

It also acknowledged the support of numerous friends, associates and sympathisers who sent messages of condolence and goodwill, noting that their kind gestures provided strength and encouragement to the family during the period of mourning.

According to the statement, the presence, prayers and support received from well wishers across the country greatly uplifted the family and added dignity to the burial rites of their late mother.

The Akpoveta and Ikeberide families therefore extended their heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by them in their moment of grief and prayed that God would reward their kindness and solidarity.

The appreciation message was signed by Ambassador Olorogun Dr. Isaac Omamuvaye Akpoveta (DMP), The Royal Physician and DG/CEO, Delta State Contributory Health Commission.(DSCHC)