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Don’t take laws into your hands, NUATE President, Eta advises newly inaugurated Bayelsa Excos
Don’t take laws into your hands, NUATE President, Eta advises newly inaugurated Bayelsa Excos
The President of the National Union of Air Transport Employee, NUATE, represented by Elder Charles ETA has advised the newly inaugurated executive to always work in turn with the law and shun anything contrary in their service.
Mr. Eta in his remarks said it is a great joy seeing Bayelsa workers to be part of NUATE, added it will bring smooth and mutual understanding between the workers and the management for the welfare of worker’s to be well achieved. He also urged the EXCOs members to read the constitution to guide them in any further matters and solicit for legal support which is the best answer.
Mean while addressing the members, the Airport the Managing Director of the AirPort, Air Vice Marshal Nelson Calmday (Rtd.) represented by the Airport Manager Mr Ejeta Akpos thanked the National Body for their efforts, believing that it will create good relationship between the workers and the management to put things in order for the betterment of the Airport by joining hands with the management to make sure, Bayelsa Airport, BIA achieve its arm.
Also in his input the Chairman Bayelsa State NLC Comrade Barnabas, represented by the Assistant Financial Sectary Comrade Henry Olukpo, while addressing Newsmen said every working environment, respectfully there most be a union for the workers to champion their course, to be motivated in the place of work, Comrade Olukpo, stressed that if workers are not properly motivated base on the service rule, workers can’t put in their best.
Also, Comrade UkEME UTUK the Chairman of Akwa Ibom Branch give his good will message advising Bayelsa EXCOs to use the NUATE constitution to address any stipulated issues. That even AkwaIbom workers are just in this condition denying their rights for many allowances.
On his comment while engaging with Journalists the state Chairman of NUATE comrade Atie Okubokekeme said he is delighted “for time like this, that BIA staff’s are praying for these to champion it’s course, the NUATE constitution will guide the EXCOs to follow due constitutional process to demand the workers right. Comrade Atie noted that the body will make sure they work together to achieve common goal to promote the Airport Nation wide and International, also using the medium to appeal to the management to put things in order for smooth running of the airport”.
DSS Intercepts Heavy Arms Cache In Delta
**As Oborevwori Orders Crackdown On Criminal Networks, Directs Security Agencies to Arrest Killer of Warri Youth Leader, Aduara
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has ordered a comprehensive crackdown on criminal networks, following the interception of a cache of sophisticated weapons by the Department of State Security Services (DSS) in Asaba.
The governor, who gave the directive on Monday during a visit to the Delta State Command of the DSS, commended the agency for what he described as a major breakthrough in the state’s sustained fight against insecurity.
“I am very delighted to be here today. I had to leave another important engagement to be here because the breakthrough recorded by our security agencies is highly commendable and significant to the peace and safety of our state,” Oborevwori said.
He praised the DSS and other security agencies for their “strategic intelligence, coordination, and determination,” which led to the recovery of the arms, adding that the success reflected Delta State’s strong commitment to peace and public safety.
The governor warned that his administration would not tolerate any form of insecurity or lawlessness, particularly in Warri and its environs.
“Those who are planning to cause crisis should have a rethink: we want peace, not trouble. We are working tirelessly to open up Warri for investors and economic growth, but where there is violence, investors will stay away,” he cautioned.
Oborevwori also warned that anyone involved in killings, violence, or arms smuggling would be tracked down and prosecuted. He stressed that Delta remained a peaceful and investor-friendly state and vowed to resist any attempt to destabilize it.
“Bringing in heavy arms and ammunition of this nature is unacceptable and a direct threat to our collective peace. We will not allow it under any circumstance,” he stressed, urging residents to cooperate with security agencies to keep the state safe.
On the killing of Jerry Aduara, an indigene of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, who was a two-time chairman of the Odion Urhobo Youth Council and member of the Warri South Local Government Peace Committee, the governor said; “I have directed security agencies to arrest the person who shot and killed somebody in Warri. They should look for that person and bring him to book, including those backing him. Nobody involved will go scot-free because this is Delta State, and we want peace,” Oborevwori held.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining peace and ensuring that no individual or group “takes law into their own hands”, emphasizing Delta’s focus on unity, development, and security.
Earlier, the Deputy Director of Operations of the DSS, Delta State Command, Mr. Anthony Ifemeje, briefed the governor on the intelligence-led operation that led to the arrests.
According to him, the operation, which took place on October 12, 2025, within the Asaba metropolis, resulted in the capture of a notorious arms dealer, identified as Stephen Sabo Atoshi, and his accomplice, a 40-year-old secondary school teacher from Taraba State.
Ifemeje revealed that the suspects were part of a network trafficking small arms and light weapons from Sebha in southern Libya through Chad into Nigeria via an illegal border in Gidam, Yobe State.
“During interrogation, the prime suspect confessed to garnering eight years in the illegal trade and to having supplied over 55 weapons, including General Purpose Machine Guns (GPMGs) and AK-47 rifles, across the country,” Ifemeje disclosed.
Items recovered included seven GPMGs, several AK-47 rifles, five hand grenades, and other military-grade weapons, some concealed in bags of beans transported from the North to the Oko Food Market along the Asaba–Onitsha Expressway.
The DSS also uncovered 497 cartons of fake drugs intended for distribution within the state.
Ifemeje assured the government of the command’s continuous vigilance and determination to cut off arms supply routes and dismantle criminal networks operating in Delta.
Soldier allegedly stabs man to death in Delta Community
Soldier allegedly stabs man to death in Delta Community
A soldier man on Sunday, October 12 allegedly stabbed to death a young man simply identified as Ugo in the presence of his younger brother and cousin after he was beaten,molested and assaulted.
The soldier stabbed the deceased whose wife is heavily pregnant in the hand and gave him a very deep cut in his rib which bulged out.
The deceased who is in his early thirties(30)was confirmed dead in a hospital where he was rushed for medical treatment.
The incident occurred at about 7pm after Plantation City Estate near Otokutu Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP. Bright Edafe in a WhatsApp message sent to Our Correspondent in Warri said, “We received the complaint, that’s all I can say for now.”
Narrating how the unfortunate incident occurred, an eyewitness and younger brother of the deceased identified as Toshi said himself with his cousin and deceased were in his car to see a friend of his at an estate after Plantation City.
According to him,”When reaching the estate gate,there were two cars in front of us. We are the third car. The first car entered. The second car entered the estate. When my bro was about entering, the security man stopped us and was asking my bro who he wanted to see.
“My bro talking to the security man,asked him of his colleague,a fellow security there because he normally comes to the estate to see his friend. They know him there. He asked the security man of the colleague. The security man said the colleague is off duty. They asked my bro to call who he want to see in the estate.
“Along the process, my bro was calling the person that he wanted to see in the estate. Then, the military man in Army uniform came and he was asking my bro why he want to force himself inside the estate.
“My bro said No. He didn’t want to force himself inside the estate that he stopped when the security man asked him to stop to confirm. Along the line, he was calling the person so that they will hear from the person he wanted to see in the estate. The military man was still asking him why he wanted to force himself inside the estate that the first car have entered, the second car have entered and he want to follow the car to enter?
“My bro said No that we came alone. The military man said the way the car was entering we are driving behind the car. He said No that he was waiting for his turn.
“Luckily, the person picked the phone,when he was talking to the person, the military man said my bro should answer him why he was forcing himself inside. My bro said he should wait let him answer the person he want to see. The military man slapped him the first one. When my bro asked him why he slapped him, the military man slapped him again.
“We were five(5) in the car. My cousin brother who was in the passenger seat, came down asked the military man why he is slapping his brother like that. The military man grabbed my bro from the window of the car. He held his clothes and was still slapping him. My cousin bro asked the military man to leave him. Then, my bro came down from the car and he was still asking the military man why he was slapping him this. My cousin brother said he should leave him that he better kill him than kill my brother like that. The beating was too much. The military man just molesting us like that.
“Along the line, the junior officer on Army Uniform came out and was asking us why we are quarrelling with his superior. We were trying to explain to him but he gave deaf ears. He was holding my Cousin the two security at the gate. They were holding us.
“The person that he wanted to see in the estate came out and was telling the military man, leave these people,they are my visitors!!!. The military man was still asking my bro, do you know who I am? Holding my bro.
“My bro was going back to free himself, The beating was much. He wasn’t holding anything and he can’t fight a military man. The military man was overpowering us. The car was parked in front of the gate. It blocked the entrance of the estate. It was like a commotion. My cousin bro had to tell me to drive the car to one side of the road to give people access to pass. I drove the car to the side of the road. Along the process, while coming back,I saw my bro with a pool of blood. My cousin was telling me they have stabbed my bro. The military man that was first beating my bro have already stabbed my bro. The second security man now entering the estate, the security seeing that they have stabbed someone.
“They stabbed him in the hand and his rib. It was a very deep stab because they threatened to kill him for talking to him that way. We rushed him to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.”
Toshi is calling on the relevant government authorities including the Police and the Army hierarchy to come to their aid by instituting a thorough investigation and ensure his elder brother gets justice.
Human Right Activist, Comrade Israel Joe condemned the dastard act by the soldiers just as he urged the Delta State Police Command led by CP Olufemi Abaniwonda and the Chief of Army Staff to investigate the matter, unravel why the deceased was killed and ensure justice is done.
Okon, Jamiu on target as Best Talent defeat Green Lock FC 2–0 to extend Sterlin Run
Okon, Jamiu on target as Best Talent defeat Green Lock FC 2–0 to extend Sterlin Run
By: Sunday Agunbiade
Nationwide League one outfit, Best Talent Football Club of Mowe continued their impressive run in pre season friendlies with a hard-fought 2–0 victory over Greenlock FC at Ebiede Stadium, Sagamu, Ogun State on Saturday 11th October, 2025 in an encounter that thrilled the fans.
After a cagey opening half hour where both sides struggled to find the breakthrough, Okon broke the deadlock before the close of first half with a composed side-foot finish that left the GreenLock defense flat-footed.
As GreenLock FC pushed forward in search of an equaliser, the Mowe Giants secured the win through Jamiu, who capitalised on a sleepy blunder of their opponents and doubled the lead in the second half.
The statistics reflected Best Talent dominance, with 65% possession, 16 shots (8on target), and 11 corners compared to GreenLock FC 5 shots (1 on target) and 5 corners. Both teams finished without any dismissals, though the match saw a combined few yellow cards.
The victory solidifies Adeyinka Adeyemo’s boys hold as they’re on 12 wins, one draw and a loss, while they are gearing up for the new season.
Reacting after the game, Best Talent handler, Coach Farouk Yusuf appreciated his boys for showing grit and skills that neutralized their opponents. “I think we deserve to win this game considering our game plan and determination of my boys. My boys interpreted the game well as they showed agility and ingenuity in.winning this game. They deserve a pat and I commend them for making our fans proud.’ Says former Coca-Cola Coach.
Ethiope West: Cult clash in Mosogar claims life of Anti Cult member
Ethiope West: Cult clash in Mosogar claims life of Anti Cult member
Following cult clashes in Mosogar Community, Ethiope-West Local Government Area of Delta State,suspected cultists on Sunday October 12 attacked and stabbed to death a serving Anti-Cult member under the Sapele Police Command, Joshua Umukoro, injured one member of the group just as another escaped from the deadly hoodlums.
The injured victim is currently receiving medical treatment at undisclosed hospital in the area, according to TheNews-ParrotOnlineNewspaper/TV.
It was learnt that the suspected cultists allegedly killed the deceased at a meeting he attended in the town.
Delta State Police Public Relations Officer,SP Bright Edafe in a message sent to Our Correspondent said,”Not confirmed yet.”
The situation has caused serious tension within the area as some residents have fled the town.
A cousin of the deceased, Comrade (Dr.) Efemena Umukoro, a human right activist confirmed the report in a telephone chat with Our Correspondent in Warri. He said,”I was supposed to be in that meeting but I declined the meeting.” The suspected cultists had threatened to kill be cause he was using his Anti-Cult group to arrest their members and handed them over to the Police. “They said he is a stumbling block and they vowed they’re going to take him out.
Umukoro said he warned his cousin not to attend meeting but to shift same to another date. “Being that he likes to get result at all cost,he went. Getting there, he met strange people, he was ambushed and stabbed in the neck. They injured another person who is critically ill and hospitalized receiving treatment. We are praying God he survives. One person escaped” he said.
Contrary to report in various social media platforms,Comrade Umukoro said his younger cousin whom he christened as a “general” is not a cultist as wrongly being speculated. According to him,”I want to correct the wrong narrative online. Joshua Umukoro is an Anti-Cult member in Mosogar. He has been very, very useful in curtailing violent cult activities.”
Umukoro explained that his you her cousin was also a human right activist who led a protest three(3)years ago when Mosogar community was thrown in obscure darkness due to power outage. “At the venue of the protest,the oppressors used the Police and arrested him. I called the then, CP Ali Mohammed who released him two days later to me. Again, I asked the Police to give me security and I led a protest in Mosogar. Since I was the leader of the protest, nobody was arrested. They(Stepdown) brought a transformer and that was how we started enjoying light in Mosogar.
Umukoro also said the deceased and the Anti-Cult team went into the forest and arrested suspected Fulani herdsmen who were carrying their criminal activities as well as killing women, girls and people of the community and handed them to the Police.
While noting that the cult clashes in Mosogar Community had claimed a lot of lives in the Community, Umukoro the sponsors of the suspected cultists are “rich” and “wealthy” people who have threatened to get him out before now.
Umukoro also stated that,”We are not suspecting anybody. We’re leaving the investigation to the Police despite various threats on us.
“We want the Delta State Police Command led by CP Olufemi Abaniwonda to look into this issue and unravel the mystery behind the death. He is a Gallant CP. He had not failed us in Delta. The only thing he can do is to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book.”
2027: Dr. Agbolaya commends Delta APC for endorsing Tinubu, Oborevwori as sole candidates
2027: Dr. Agbolaya commends Delta APC for endorsing Tinubu, Oborevwori as sole candidates
By: Celestine Ukah
The Special Adviser to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Community Development, Amb. Dr. Toyin Agbolaya JP, has commended the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta State Chapter for endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori as sole candidates in the upcoming 2027 general polls.
Dr. Agbolaya, who was excited over the endorsement of President Tinubu and Governor Oborevwori, described it as a massive and colossal opportunity reassigned back to President Tinubu and Governor Oborevwori.
The endorsement, which was unanimously adopted by all leaders and party faithful in Delta State APC, elaborated on a stakeholders meeting held in Asaba Government House on Sunday, October 12, attended by the State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Senator Ned Nwoko, Senator Ede Dafinone, Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi and others.
While expressing joy over the trust and confidence in the leadership of Governor Oborevwori in Delta State with the MORE Agenda and Renewed Hope of President Tinubu at the center, the governor’s Special Adviser explained that the smooth energy and enthusiasm being put into governing Delta is unquantifiable, with the administrative prowess of Governor Oborevwori executing meaningful projects in all parts of the state.
APC Chairman Delta State, Elder Omene Sobotie, and Minister of Aviation, Chief Festus Keyamo, SAN, both commended Delta APC for their strong, bold, and firm decision in adopting President Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for a second term come 2027.”
South Sudan suspends coach, Dupuis after 5:0 defeat to Senegal, post March comment
South Sudan suspends coach, Dupuis after 5:0 defeat to Senegal, post March comment
South Sudan Football Federation has suspended head coach Nicholas Dupuis for 15 days following a statement he made during a post-match briefing after their 5-0 defeat to Senegal.
The coach said: “The results of today are normal given the level of our team, because Senegal is one of the two best teams in Africa. They even won against England last month. So it’s normal.”
The federation said he breached his contractual obligations and violated Article N (3) of the professional coach’s contract.
Warri Wolves Coach Austin, Rallies Squad Ahead of NPFL Matchday 8 Clash with Niger Tornadoes
**Shine Again Goalkeeper Coach Abayomi tells Edafe
Interim head coach of Warri Wolves FC, Johnny Austin, has charged his players to build on their recent heroics in Kano as they prepare to face Niger Tornadoes in the NPFL26 Matchweek 8 encounter scheduled for Sunday at the Southern Delta University Stadium in Ozoro.
Austin, who masterminded the Seasiders’ hard-fought 1-0 away victory over Barau FC early this week, described the win as a testament to the team’s growing character and resilience. However, he warned the players that resting on their laurels would be risky, urging them to show the same hunger and intensity when they lock horns with the Ikon Allah Boys.
“What we achieved in Kano was remarkable, but football doesn’t reward yesterday’s success, ” Austin said. We must step onto the pitch on Sunday with the mindset that every game is a new battle. Niger Tornadoes are no pushovers, and if we want to make a statement this season, we must replicate and even surpass our performance in Kano.”
In a similar rallying cry, Goalkeeper Coach Abayomi Olorunda has tasked his first-choice shot-stopper Vincent Edafe with maintaining his impressive clean sheet streak. Edafe was the undisputed hero in Kano, pulling off a series of breathtaking saves to preserve Warri Wolves’ narrow advantage.
According to Prince Oghenechovwe Stafford Media Officer, WWFC, Olorunda praised the goalkeeper’s growing confidence and leadership at the back, expressing belief that Edafe has what it takes to frustrate Niger Tornadoes’ attackers.
“Vincent has been in outstanding form, and this is the time for consistency,” Olorunda noted. “He must approach Sunday’s game with the same focus and determination. Another clean sheet at home will go a long way in boosting the team’s morale and securing crucial points.”
With both coaches issuing strong motivational statements, the tone has been set for what promises to be a thrilling showdown. Warri Wolves will look to bank on home advantage, improved cohesion, and solid goalkeeping to earn back-to-back victory as the NPFL26 season heats up.
Oborevwori commiserates with Okocha family over demise of industrialist, Chief Andrew Okocha
Oborevwori commiserates with Okocha family over demise of industrialist, Chief Andrew Okocha
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned business mogul, Chief Andrew Chukwu Okocha, Chairman and CEO of the A.C. Okocha Group of Companies, who passed on at the age of 78.
Governor Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commiserated with Okocha family and the people of Ogwashi-Uku in Aniocha South Local Government Area of the state.
Governor Oborevwori described Chief Okocha as a visionary industrialist whose contributions to the economic development of Delta State and Nigeria at large will not be forgotten.
