BREAKING: Sen. Nwoko’s Bill Mandating Physical Office Presence for Social Media Platforms Passes First Reading

The Senate has passed the first reading of a bill sponsored by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko (Delta North) seeking to mandate social media platforms, data controllers, and data processors operating in Nigeria to establish physical offices within the country. The Bill titled…

Innoson boosts ojukwu university with engineering center, hostel project

BY SUNNY A. DAVID  Nigerian automaker Innoson Group is expanding its commitment to education by building a new automobile engineering center and hostel at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) in Igbariam, Anambra State.  The announcement was made by Lady Chiamaka Ibekwe, a…

2025 BUDGET DEFENSE: DG of DSCTDA, Pat Ukah presents scorecard to Delta Assembly

The Director General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, Asaba, presented his scorecard to the Delta State House of Assembly Committee, which oversees the Agency. During the budget defense session with the Committee, The Director General appealed for sustained collaboration…

OSUOZA, IKIMI, DOKPESI, “SHALLIPOPI”, OTHERS BAG HEROES OF AUCHI POLYTECHNIC AWARD

Delta State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza, has been conferred with the prestigious Hero of Auchi Polytechnic Award. Osuoza is amongst a roll call of 53 distinguished graduates of Auchi Polytechnic, some of whom have been recognized posthumously, including; former…

INTERVIEW: “I Am Not The Kind of Man That Want To Do Normal Things” — Says Senator Ned Nwoko

BY FRED ODU Senator Ned Nwoko hss said he is passionate about doing the things the average normal person will not want to do The Senator, during an interactive session with Journalists at his Mount Ned country home, Idumuje-Ugboko, in Aniocha North…

Senator Ned Nwoko Meets St. Kitts Envoy, Calls for Stronger Synergy in Reparations Agenda

Delta North Senator and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriations, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, welcomed Her Excellency, Ambassador Rosalyn Hazelle of St. Kitts and Nevis, to a private meeting in his Abuja office at the National Assembly, on Thursday….

BREAKING: British Court orders release of $1.2m to Senator Ned Nwoko in Frozen Funds Case

…as court orders release of $1.2 million to Senator Ned Nwoko A recent high-profile ruling has shown the British justice system’s effectiveness, as the City of London Magistrates’ Court ordered the release of $1,199,965 to Nigerian Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, that was…

Tension rises as FG warns of nullifying LG polls without 6-month notice

BY SUNNY A. DAVID  Tension is mounting in the political landscape as the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi SAN, has warned that local government elections conducted without six months’ notice will face nullification. Olasunkanmi stated this at the 12th…

AAU Alumni to train University Staff, institutes Best graduating Students’ Award

By Pst. Joseph Obaro Ikupa (Worldwide Publicity Secretary) The Ambrose Alli University Alumni Association Worldwide, Ekpoma, has resolved to assist the university in the training of its registry staff. This was disclosed by the Worldwide President of the association Dr. Clifford Imade…

Truancy costs headmistress her job

BY SUNNY A. DAVID  In a move aimed at ensuring accountability within the education sector, the Anambra State government has demoted the headmistress of Unity Primary School in Awba Ofemiri, Awka North Local Government Area, for truancy. Commissioner of Education, Prof. Ngozi…

NIPR lauds Oborevwori’s audacious projects in Delta

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Thursday, commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State for the construction of legacy projects across the state. NIPR’s Vice President, Professor Emmanuel Dandaura gave the commendation during a tour of some projects executed by the…

Tantita Security Chief Condoles President Tinubu, Nigerian Army on Demise of Chief of Army Staff

High Chief Dr Government Ekpemupolo, known as Tompolo, Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, has expressed heartfelt condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Military, the Nigerian Army, and the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General…

Abu Dhabi Unveils SteerAI, New Tech Venture Set to Transform Industrial Vehicles into Autonomous Powerhouses

The Advanced Technology Research Council’s (ATRC) commercialization arm, VentureOne, has launched SteerAI, which offers an advanced mobility system powered by AI that can transform standard industrial vehicles into autonomous powerhouses. Catering to both the logistics and defense sectors to begin, SteerAI uses a…

1967 Asaba Massacre: Senator Ned Nwoko seeks FG’s redress of injustices

By Austin Ogwuda “The Asaba Massacre is a sore spot in the minds of Ndi Ahaba, we have endured for 54 years this gruesome massacre of our men and boys, the future generation of Asaba was greatly truncated by this wicked act…

OKOWA: Niger Delta Activist, Iteveh Urges Caution, Due Process In EFCC Investigation

A Niger Delta Activist and Development Consultant, Mr Iteveh Nur’ Ekpokpobe, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and other antigraft agencies to err on the side of caution in the ongoing investigation of former Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi…

Senator Ned Nwoko proposes regulation of social media platforms in Nigeria

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North senatorial district in the National Assembly and Chairman Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation, has proposed the regulation of social media platforms in Nigeria as is applicable to the developed countries of the world. Senator Nwoko,…

NDLEA Smashes International Drug Syndicate, Seized N4.4billion Worth of Cocaine at Lagos Airport

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have thwarted at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, the bid by members of an international drug syndicate that operates between Brazil, Ethiopia and Nigeria to smuggle into Lagos a total of 845…

Prof Utuama (SAN) was fair, just beyond boundaries -Sen. Ned NWOKO

As Delta state comes to grief with the transition of former Deputy Governor, Professor Amos Utuama,(SAN),the Senator representing Delta North at the National Assembly,Prince Ned Munir Nwoko has described the exit as a monumental loss to Deltans. In a tribute to Utuama…

Senator Nwoko’s Bill to Upgrade Federal College of Education, Asaba to University of Technology Passes Second  Reading

The Nigerian Senate witnessed a robust debate led by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko of Delta North, as he passionately argued for the passage of a bill seeking the upgrade of the Federal College of Education (Technical) Asaba to the Federal University of…

Senator Nwoko Advocates Broader Education for Athletes @ National Youth Economic Engagement Programme

Senate Sports Committee Launches as Senator Nwoko Advocates Broader Education for Athletes The Nigeria Senate Committee on Sports Development, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has launched a national sports and economic empowerment programme aimed at youth engagement and…

PRESIDENT TINUBU ASSURES OF MORE STABILITY  IN OIL SECTOR WITH NAIRA FOR CRUDE TRANSACTIONS

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, speaking Tuesday in Abuja, commended the Implementation Committee on the Naira-based sales of crude oil and refined products and asked the members to resolve any teething problems. A State House Press Release made available to Blank NEWS Online…

Oborevwori tasks Delta Council Chairmen on new minimum wage

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has charged the twenty-five Local Government Council Chairmen in the State to implement the new minimum wage for workers in their respective Councils. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge, Tuesday, during a meeting with the leadership…

JOB CREATION BUREAU CALLS FOR APPLICATION INTO 2024 CYCLE OF MORE BIZUP

By Elaweremi Areweremi Delta State Government through its Job and Wealth Creation Bureau has announced the commencement of its 2024 Business Upscale Programme (MORE BIZUP.) The information was contained in a press statement issued by the Bureau and signed by the Chief…

Idumuje-Unor Progressive Union Visits Senator Ned Nwoko, as Ndoshimili Development Association supports Anioma State creation

DELTA NORTH: Idumuje-Unor Progressive Union Pays Solidarity Visit to Senator Ned Nwoko, Ndoshimili Development Association Endorses Anioma State Creation The Abuja branch of the Idumuje-Unor Progressive Union (IPUN) has paid a solidarity visit to their Senator, Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, the distinguished…

 Ex Delta PDP boss , Emmanuel Ogidi to Chair  2024 DOPF Lecture

ASABA – Elder Emmanuel Ogidi, an esteemed expert in public relations and marketing, has been selected as Chairman of the forthcoming Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) 2024 lecture, slated for 20 November at Hotel Vienna, Asaba, Delta State. Ogidi, a Fellow of…

Dame Patience Jonathan visits Senator Ned Munir Nwoko *Exchanges ideas, goodwill

Former First Lady of Nigeria, Patience Jonathan, on Thursday paid a friendly visit to Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, one of the most prominent figures in the 10th National Assembly. The visit took place at Senator Ned Nwoko’s Maitama residence in Abuja and…

Delta South Senator supports creation of Anioma State

Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas representing Delta South Senatorial District has lent a huge voice to the bill for the creation of Anioma State. Joel-Onowakpo in a post on his official X handle on Thursday posited that the creation of an Anioma State, will…

Gains of Delta North from Senator Ned Nwoko’s political, development influence

Delta North, a senatorial district in Delta State, Nigeria, stands to gain several potential benefits from Senator Ned Nwoko’s political and developmental influence in Nigeria. As a prominent businessman, philanthropist, politician and federal lawmaker, Nwoko has demonstrated a commitment to various causes,…

Canadian Woman Bags 11 years Imprisonment for Importing Illicit Drug into Nigeria

A 41-year-old Canadian woman Adrienne Munju has been convicted and sentenced to 11 years imprisonment by a Federal High Court in Lagos for importing 74 parcels of Canadian Loud, a strong strain of synthetic cannabis weighing 35.2 kilogrammes into Nigeria. According to…

Hardship: Okpomo supports Delta residents with monthly stipends

A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain from Emevor in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief Emmanuel Okpomo has fulfilled his promise of providing monthly stipends to some indigenes of his community to cushion the harsh effects of the economy…

Okpanam Monarch Solicits Support For Okpanam Day Celebration ..As Community Development Union Unveils Activities

By Chukwudi Asoya/Magnus Emuji The Ugoani of Okpanam Kingdom, HRM Dr. Michael Mbanefo Ogbolu, has called on the people of the community to support the proposed 2024 Okpanam Day Celebration, saying that the initiative would help in promoting the rich cultural heritage…

UK partnership with Nigeria on drug war yielding results- UK Home Office

The United Kingdom Home Office International Operations, HOIO, has said its collaboration with Nigeria on the fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking is yielding positive results as evident by the streak of successes being recorded by the National Drug Law…

Oborevwori felicitates Ex-Gov. Uduaghan at 70

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Governor of the state, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, as he clocks 70 years on October 22. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori expressed profound…

Hon.  Fleming Carter urges political leaders to live in their constituencies for development impact

By Harrison Akamule. Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on Political Matters,  Hon.  Fleming Carter has urged political leaders/representatives to live within their communities for robust  interactions that translate to development impact on the areas. Carter spoke, penultimate week, at a…

Eminent Aboh Chiefs Warn Against Disrespect For New King, Obi Oputa III 

Prominent chiefs in Aboh Kingdom in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of Delta State have called on all indigenes of the community to rally round their king, His Imperial Majesty, Obi Oputa III. The chiefs, in a statement which was made available…

Bill to Establish National Social Security Agency proposed by Sen Nwoko scales First Reading

A bill sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, which seeks to establish the National Social Security Agency (NSSA) and replace the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, has passed its first reading in the Senate today, Thursday, October 17. The bill, titled “A Bill for…

Gov. Oborevwori directs immediate payment of minimum wage in Delta

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the payment of the new minimum wage to workers in the state with effect from October. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, disclosed this, Wednesday, during a meeting of the…

LAND GRABBING: Ex-Imo Governor Accused Of Illegal Demolition of Property In Abuja

The senator representing Imo West senatorial district at the 9th Nigerian Senate, Owelle Rochas Okorocha, has been accused of land grabbing and illegal demolition of a property in the Lugbe area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. All hell was let loose…

Chief Emami Reveals: I turned down lot of awards, decorated ‘Prime Promoter/Protector of Itsekiri Tradition’

Famous politician and businessman, Chief Ayirimi Emami, has revealed how he turned down lot of awards for many years, because he didn’t want undeserving recognition, but had to accept honour by the Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria, ACNPN, Delta State…