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Delta gov on warpath with FG over Zamfara’s control of gold

John Ogunsemore Nov 12, 2020 0

The Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa says that the Zamfara State Government's decision to assume control of gold mining in the state is an "illegality" that cannot be allowed to stand.He warned that the Federal Government must…

Government

Operations of OML 30 Shut Down in Delta

Edeki Igafe Nov 9, 2020 0

The Cluster Management Committee/President Generals Forum of Oil Mining Lease (OML) 30 in Delta, has shut down operations of Heritage Energy Operational Services Ltd (HEOSL), operators of OML 30.The committee made…

Health

COVID-19: Nursery Schools In Delta State To Resume On Monday

Ifeanyi Olannye Nov 5, 2020 0

Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has approved the reopening of public and private nursery schools in the state for the 2020/2021 academic session effective Monday, Nov. 9, 2020. SEE ALSO: U.S Voters Looks to Final Swing States’ Results to…

Metro

Policeman, civilian shot dead at checkpoint in Delta

John Ogunsemore Oct 11, 2020 0

A policeman and a civilian were shot dead on Friday night as unknown gunmen sprayed bullets at a police checkpoint in Eku, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.A three-man police team was said to be at the checkpoint around…

Metro

4 ‘Yahoo boys’ die in their sleep in Delta

John Ogunsemore Sep 24, 2020 0

Four young men have died in their sleep in a hostel near the Delta State University community of Abraka, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.The Herald learnt that in the Thursday morning incident, seven boys slept in a…

Crime

Police Kill Suspected Robber In Delta Community

Edeki Igafe Sep 10, 2020 0

The Police in Delta on Wednesday killed a member of suspected robbery gang during an encounter in Udu Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. SEE ALSO: Cameroonians pour into Nigeria, stretch scant resources – UN The Commissioner of…

News

Delta Vigilante Group Torture Man to Death over N70,000

Tony Abu Momoh Aug 31, 2020 0

The vigilante member accused his Nephew of stealing the money after listening to a phone conversation when he revealed that

Metro

Man, 46, caught by neighbours defiling pastor’s daughter, 8, whose hands he tied

John Ogunsemore Aug 26, 2020 0

A 46-year-old security guard is currently in police custody in Delta State for allegedly raping an eight-year-old girl in Ibusa community in Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state.It was learnt that the incident occurred in…

Crime

Police Arrests Man, 30, For Alleged Rape Of 11-Year-Old Girl In Sapele

Carol Utulu Aug 19, 2020 0

The Police in Delta have confirmed the arrest of a 30-year-old man identified as Jomaph who allegedly raped an 11-year-old girl in Sapele town, Sapele LGA of Delta. SEE ALSO: Man Drowns After Swimming Pool Dive In Anambra State…

Features

Herdsmen gang-raped, forced me to drink blood as water – Kidnap victim

John Ogunsemore Jul 14, 2020 0

A 25-year-old Delta State resident, Victoria Okocha, has described how suspected herdsmen abducted, gang-raped and forced her to drink another victim's blood in the bush.She gave the gory details in an encounter with journalists on…

News

Delta debunks Govt House shutdown as Okowa, wife test positive for COVID-19

John Ogunsemore Jul 2, 2020 0

The Delta State Government has debunked the rumour of the shutdown of the Government House after Governor Ifeanyi Okowa and his wife, Edith, tested positive for COVID-19.Fear allegedly gripped workers on Wednesday at the Government…

Features

COVID-19: Wife slumps, dies after husband’s positive result in Delta

John Ogunsemore Jul 2, 2020 0

A middle-aged female teacher in Ughelli North LGA of Delta State has died after hearing news of her husband's COVID-19 positive test result.The incident which occurred on Monday reportedly left the whole neighborhood in panic.The…

News

COVID-19: Frontline Health Workers Detained in Warri Hotel over Unpaid Bills

Tony Abu Momoh Jun 30, 2020 0

Several frontline Health Workers in Delta State were prevented from leaving their hotel rooms on Tuesday due to unpaid bills.According to a report by theCable, Three Doctors, Two Nurses and One Health Assistant were detained at the…

Metro

Delta Police Arrest Pastor for Allegedly Using His Church for Gun Running

Tony Abu Momoh Jun 25, 2020 0

Police in Delta State say they have arrested a pastor for using allegedly using his church for gun running in the state.The resident pastor of Christ Holy Church was accused by the police of gun running and employing vigilantes from…

News

Top Delta State Government Officials Test Positive to COVID-19

Tony Abu Momoh Jun 21, 2020 0

Secretary to the Delta State Government, Chiedu Ebie as well as the State Commissioner for Information, Charles Aniagwu have tested positive for COVID-19.The status of both top officials was announced on Sunday by the state government…

Government

Housing projects: Meet completion deadlines or… – Okowa tells contractors

Ifeanyi Olannye Jun 20, 2020 0

Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Friday urged contractors handling housing projects in the state to redouble their efforts to meet completion deadlines.Okowa made the call while briefing newsmen after inspecting some ongoing housing…

Health

COVID-19: Shell Donates Medical, Testing Equipment To Delta Government

Ifeanyi Olannye Jun 17, 2020 0

Shell Development Company of Nigeria Ltd. (SPDC) on Wednesday donated a machine capable of conducting one thousand tests daily for Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to Delta Government. SEE ALSO: Plateau NANNM Calls Off ‘Sit-at-Home’ Protest…

Metro

Bishop Remanded in Prison Over Alleged Rape of 19yr old

Tony Abu Momoh Jun 10, 2020 0

A magistrate court sitting in Warri Delta state, has ordered that a Bishop be remanded in Prison over the alleged rape of a 19yr old in Delta State.Bishop Elijah Orhonigbe was remanded by the Magistrate court because the court said it…

Health

Pastor Okotie dies of COVID-19 in Delta

John Ogunsemore Jun 9, 2020 0

Senior Pastor, High Impact Christian Centre, Sapele, Delta State, Pastor Wilson Okotie has died of novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) complications.The Herald learnt that the pastor died at 6:40 pm on Monday after being smuggled into…

Crime

Bishop Arrested for Alleged Rape of 19yr old During Deliverance Service

Tony Abu Momoh Jun 8, 2020 0

Nigeria police in Delta state have arrested a self styled Bishop for the alleged rape of a 19 yr old during deliverance service in his church.Bishop Elijah Orhonigbe was arrested by police detectives for alleged rape on Friday, June 5,…

Economy

10 Vessels Expected At Delta Ports– NPA

Edeki Igafe Jun 3, 2020 0

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 10 ships laden with fuel, bitumen and general cargoes are being expected at the Delta ports. SEE ALSO: Dangote Cement sold 23.54 mt cement across Africa in 2018 The NPA made this known in its daily…

Health

COVID-19 Patient Escapes From Facility In Delta – Commissioner

Ifeanyi Olanye Jun 2, 2020 0

Delta Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, says a Coronavirus (COVID-19) patient escaped from one of the state’s treatment centers on Monday. SEE ALSO: Aviation Stakeholders Seek Review, Sustainability Measures As Airports…

Features

Suspected herdsmen kidnap 4 in Delta

News Agency of Nigeria May 30, 2020 0

The Police in Delta on Saturday confirmed the kidnapping of four persons in Boji-Boji Owa community, Ika North East Local Government Area of the state.Command spokesperson, DSP Onome Onovwakpoyeya, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in…

Government

Anambra, Delta Adopt Strategies to Check Movement on Niger Bridge

Peter Okolie May 26, 2020 0

The Anambra and Delta Governments on Tuesday agreed on strategies to check the heavy human and vehicular traffic across the Niger Bridge amidst the ban on interstate travel.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the…

Economy

Lockdown: Delta Govt. Evolves Modalities To Rejuvenate Economy

Ifeanyi Olannye May 21, 2020 0

The Delta Government on Thursday, charged all its contractors to return to site as part of measures to revive the state economy which had been devastatingly impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. SER ALSO: COVID-19: Bolivian…

Economy

3 Vessels Await Anchorage At Delta Ports — NPA

Edeki Igafe May 21, 2020 0

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) on Thursday says three ships laden with Wheat, Butane gas and others are awaiting anchorage at the Delta Ports. SEE ALSO: ECOWAS Heads of Govt. Pledge 15% of Budget to Healthcare The NPA disclosed this…

Economy

9 Vessels Expected At Delta Ports – Nigerian Ports Authority

Edeki Igafe May 19, 2020 0

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says nine vessels are expected to arrive at the Delta Port, Warri, between May 19 and May 30. SEE ALSO: FRSC to impound Flatbed Trailers without Proper Latching The NPA disclosed this in it’s daily…

Metro

COVID-19 is not in Nigeria – Discharged Patient Alleges

Tony Abu Momoh May 18, 2020 0

A recently discharged COVID-19 patient in Delta State has alleged that the virus doesn't exist in Nigeria.According to her the disease is being used to scare people and siphon funds as she insisted that she was never positive for the…

Metro

Woman Murders Husband in Delta over Last Will

Tony Abu Momoh May 17, 2020 0

Issele Uku area of Delta state was thrown into mourning after the death of a middle aged man identified s Uwebunor who was murdered by his wife on Friday allegedly over his last will and testament.According to a report by the Sunday…

Metro

American lady, 67, dies of suspected COVID-19 weeks after young Nigerian lover invited her to Delta

John Ogunsemore May 12, 2020 0

A 67-year-old American lady has died in Osubi, Delta State weeks after a young Nigerian lover she met on the internet invited her to Nigeria.The lady reportedly died in a private hospital at Osubi, Orerokpe in Okpe LGA on Sunday after…

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