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2027: Vote APC 6/6, APC DTHA Candidate for Isoko North 1 Constituency, Engr. Ashakah urges electorates
2027: Vote APC 6/6, APC DTHA Candidate for Isoko North 1 Constituency, Engr. Ashakah urges electorates
By: Celestine Ukah
The Candidate for Isoko North 1 Constituency Delta State House of Assembly for the forthcoming National election in 2027, Hon. Engr. Orobosa Ashakah has appealed to electorates in Delta South Senatorial District and his constituents in Isoko North 1 to vote massively for all APC candidates 6 over 6 for the upcoming general elections in 2027.
Engr. Ashakah stated this shortly after the Deita South Mega Meeting held in Warri, Thursday September 10, 2026, urging eligible voters to come out enmase to cast their ballots at the polls.
He commended the APC leader in Deita State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for giving a pragmatic leadership to all through his development strides across all sectors of the state with his MORE Agenda vision.
According to the Isoko North 1 APC candidate supporters need to ensure that APC wins all positions in 2027, even as he urged the people to vote APC 6/6 from President to Governor, Senator, House of Reps, and State Houses of Assembly seats in order to consolidate the development in Delta State.
Hon. Ashakah assured the people of Isoko North 1 of quality representation focused on grassroots development, youth empowerment, and infrastructure if elected in 2027.
Warri Rep Member, Ereyitomi Mourns Passage of Mrs. Rita Omimi, Condoles family
Warri Rep Member, Ereyitomi Mourns Passage of Mrs. Rita Omimi, Condoles family
By: Celestine Ukah
The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives and Chairman House Committee on Petroleum Resources Training Development Trust Funds Rt Hon. Chief Thomas Ereyitomi has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Omimi family over the passing of Mrs. Rita Omimi (nee) Yonwuren.
Chief Ereyitomi described the news of the demise of Mrs. Rita Omimi as shocking and never expected from such an active personality.
Late Mrs. Rita Omimi departure occurred Wednesday September 9 in Warri after a brief illness.
While commiserating the Omimi family at their residence in Egbokodo-Warri, The federal lawmaker said Mrs. Omimi was a devoted APC Chieftain and woman leader in Warri South, always organising and mobilising support for the party in making sure it emerges victorious always
Rep Ereyitomi noted that her death has caused a big vacuum for the APC in Warri South and in Deita State which will be difficult to occupy as well as in her family and the husband.
Chief Ereyitomi encouraged the family to take heart as he also extended his condolences to the husband Hon. Omimi Esquire, leader and APC Chairman in Warri South, praying to God grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and also grant the departed eternal rest.
Obi to Nigerian sports media: Stop flirting with Europe, build the NPFL
Obi to Nigerian sports media: Stop flirting with Europe, build the NPFL
By: Maxwell Kumoye
Former AIPS Africa President Mitchell Obi has challenged Nigerian sports journalists to end their overdependence on European football and redirect their energy towards building the Nigeria Premier Football League into a commercially powerful domestic sports property.
Obi, a veteran journalist and broadcaster who is also Vice Chairman of Mastersports International, made the call while speaking on the media’s role in maximising the opportunities presented by the NPFL’s new partnership with title sponsor Euromatch.
He argued that the Nigerian league would struggle to unlock its enormous commercial potential if the media continued to devote disproportionate attention to the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga and other European competitions.
Obi said Nigerian sports media must move beyond simply reporting the NPFL and become an active participant in building its audience, commercial value and global appeal.
“For us, that time has come to stop this flirtation with the Euros, Spanish La Liga, Bundesliga and the Premier League,” Obi said.
“They do not give you anything. They do not put food on your table. They do not help you. The money does not come down here.”
The former AIPS Africa chief acknowledged that foreign leagues could help Nigerian media platforms attract audiences, but insisted that the ultimate objective should be to develop a strong domestic football ecosystem capable of generating revenue for clubs, players, sponsors and journalists.
Obi identified Nigeria’s huge youth population as one of the biggest untapped opportunities for the NPFL.
He recalled that millions of Nigerian youths are actively involved in football betting, yet much of that activity revolves around foreign competitions rather than the domestic league.
According to him, the sports media has a responsibility to change that narrative by making Nigerian football more attractive, accessible and engaging to its audience.
“We have a responsibility. The media, particularly the sports media, has a responsibility to drag that Nigerian youth population to look inside,” he said.
He described Euromatch’s arrival as title sponsor as a major opportunity to begin that process, but stressed that sponsorship alone would not transform the league.
Instead, he called for better storytelling, stronger production, improved match coverage, compelling highlights and innovative digital content capable of keeping supporters interested in the NPFL.
Obi said the league’s commercial future would ultimately depend on how well its product was packaged.
“As the Executive Director of GTI, Nelson Ine captured it, in his presentation, once the production is right, once the presentation is tight, then it can be bright,” he said.
He further challenged the media to consider what it could build around the league instead of merely asking what benefits were immediately available to journalists.
“There is plenty for us, but of course, it has to start with us,” Obi declared.
The veteran broadcaster also painted a picture of what a financially stronger Nigerian league could mean for clubs.
He argued that with the right investment, organisation and commercial engineering, the NPFL could eventually offer prize money capable of rivaling or surpassing the financial incentives Nigerian clubs currently chase in continental competitions.
Such growth, he suggested, would keep more football money within Nigeria and strengthen the entire domestic football chain.
“The money will be here. So, let us find our fortune here,” he said.
Obi’s intervention comes at a potentially significant moment for the NPFL, with Euromatch’s entry providing a fresh commercial platform for the competition.
But for him, the real test is not simply securing a sponsor—it is whether stakeholders can collectively turn the sponsorship into a sustainable football economy.
He urged media organisations to “build and bake the cake”, insisting that journalists should see themselves not merely as observers of the league but as stakeholders with the power to influence its growth.
“The time is ours,” Obi said.
And his message to Nigerian sports media was unmistakable: if the NPFL is to become the commercial giant its stakeholders envision, the media must stop looking abroad for the biggest football story and start building the biggest story at home.
Musa Kida Commends President Tinubu For Prompt Payment Of D’tigress Rewards
Musa Kida Commends President Tinubu For Prompt Payment Of D’tigress Rewards
The President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, NBBF, Engr. Musa Kida, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the prompt payment of financial rewards to D’Tigress and their officials.
Kida praised the President for rewarding the team after winning the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket tournament. He said the gesture demonstrates the government’s commitment to sports development in Nigeria.
The NBBF President noted that the timely disbursement of the funds shows that athletes’ welfare is a priority for the current administration. He added that such support will motivate other national teams to excel on the continental and global stage.
The captain of D’Tigress, while responding to the development, said the team is grateful to the President. She stated, “We are more than grateful to Mr. President, the First Lady, and the leadership of the National Sports Commission, led by the Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and the Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade.”
Kida further urged corporate organizations and other stakeholders to emulate the President’s support for sports. He said sustained investment is necessary to maintain Nigeria’s dominance in African basketball.
He reaffirmed the federation’s commitment to building on the success of D’Tigress. Kida said the team will continue to work hard to bring more honours to the country and make Nigerians proud.
Warri: Delta South Stakeholders Meeting: Ereyitomi Urges APC Faithful, Residents To Vote Tinubu, Oborevwori, Others
Warri: Delta South Stakeholders Meeting: Ereyitomi Urges APC Faithful, Residents To Vote Tinubu, Oborevwori, Others
The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and Chairman House Committee on Petroleum Resources Training Development Trust Funds. RT Hon. Chief Dr. Thomas Ereyitomi has urged APC faithful, Residents in Delta South to vote massively for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senatorial Candidates, House Reps candidates as well as House of Assembly Candidates of the ruling APC in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.
Chief Ereyitomi stated this Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the Delta South Senatorial District Stakeholders Mega Meeting held at Brownhill Coliseum, 6/7 Elf Road, Ogunu-Warri.
From right: Rt. Hon. Guwor, Rt. Hon. Chief Ereyitomi & other APC Chieftain
The Mega Meeting which was convened by the Delta South APC Chairman, Chief Emmanuel Amgbadugba, brought together party elders, leaders, elected officials, appointees and grassroots mobilisers from the eight LGAs in the Delta Senatorial District.
While Speaking at the gathering, Rt. Hon. Chief Ereyitomi said the APC must remain united and focused to sustain its victory in Delta State and at the national level.
He called on party members to rally support for the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu and the M.O.R.E Agenda of Governor Oborevwori, noting that both leaderships are delivering dividends of democracy to the people.
> “We must go back to our wards and units and mobilize our people. 2027 is around the corner. Let us vote for President Tinubu, Governor Oborevwori and all APC candidates. This is how we can consolidate the gains we are already seeing,” Ereyitomi stated.
Also in attendance were key party stakeholders including Speaker Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, Senator, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, Isoko North State House of Assembly Constituency Candidate, Engr. Orobosa Uzuazomaro Ashakah, former Senator James Manager, and House of Reps members, RT. Hon. Julius Pondi, Hon. Nicholas Mutu and Jonathan Ukodikho, host LGA APC Chairman Warri South, RT. Hon. Richard Pessu and others.
The Delta South APC Chairman, Chief Amgbadugba, said the meeting was to strengthen party cohesion and map out strategies for grassroots mobilisation ahead of 2027.
Party leaders at the meeting unanimously pledged to work for the victory of APC at all levels in the Senatorial District.
My adminstration is committed To Transforming Maritime Sector, Devt Of Blue Economy – Oborevwori
My adminstration is committed To Transforming Maritime Sector, Devt Of Blue Economy – Oborevwori
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, September 10, said that his administration is committed to transforming the state’s maritime sector, expanding infrastructure, and deepening partnerships with international development agencies to drive sustainable economic growth.
Governor Oborevwori spoke when he received on courtesy call European Union delegation to Nigeria and ECO WAS led by Mr. Massimo De Luca.
According to the Governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, he was very happy with the assurance given by Mr Luca, that plans are in top gear for the development of Burutu Port as part of coastal corridor from Lagos through Burutu to Onitsha and Ajaokuta.
He said: “We have been talking about the blue economy since the beginning of this administration, and we are all very eager to participate in it and enjoy the enormous benefits that the blue economy has to offer.
“In particular, the proposed development of waterway and maritime transportation across the region presents a very exciting opportunity for Delta State.
“As a state with an extensive network of waterways, we are ready to provide all the necessary cooperation and support to enable this dream which is indeed our collective dream to become a reality.
“We have been talking about developing our blue economy and seaports for many years; to the best of my knowledge, this is the first time I am witnessing such a strong combination of serious-minded institutions and development partners coming together with a clear commitment to making this dream a reality.
“With the European Union, development partners, and all these important institutions standing together in support of this initiative, there is every reason to be optimistic.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Delta State, we sincerely appreciate you for your continued partnership and support.
“We have also heard about your willingness to work and cooperate with the state to improve the lives of persons living with disabilities, particularly by providing the necessary support and opportunities to enable them to live more independent and productive lives; this is a very important area, and we commend you for the initiative.
“On behalf of the Government of Delta State, I assure you that we will provide all the necessary support and cooperation required to bring this project to fruition.”
Earlier in his remarks, Mr Luca said; “the main focus of our visit to Delta State has indeed been the Blue Economy and related activities. Our presentation today will focus mainly on the Sea Link Project.
“As you probably know, the European Union has a long legacy of supporting development initiatives in Delta State.
Over the years, we have supported dozens of community projects across various local government areas, in fact, across all the local government areas of the state.
“These projects included water infrastructure, schools, health centres, civic centres, palm-oil processing facilities and other community-based investments.
“The Sea-Link Project is very important; for more than a decade, Nigeria and West Africa have had the development of coastal transportation along the West African coast high on the agenda.
In the case of Nigeria, an obvious extension of this concept is the development of a link between the major ports currently centred around Lagos and the Niger Delta, extending further up the River Niger.
“Under what we call the Global Gateway strategy, the general framework which, I believe, my Ambassador also discussed with the Governor during his visit a few months ago.
“The first transformative impact of this project is that it will help shift traffic from the roads to the rivers and coastal waterways; it will also create new business opportunities and stimulate economic activity.
“When you look at the geography of the project, we already have an existing Port that may require substantial rehabilitation, but it is strategically located in the Niger Delta. I am referring to the Port of Burutu.
“Burutu has excellent geographical conditions and significant competitive advantages in terms of accessibility and its potential to support maritime and inland, waterway transportation.
“The Sea Link, as it is currently envisaged, would establish a route from Lagos, through the coastal corridor to Burutu, and then up the River Niger through Onitsha and onward towards Ajaokuta.
“We are already putting together the various pieces of the financing structure because there is a consortium involving several parties that will participate in the project.
“The required investments will involve several components, including barges and port infrastructure, particularly infrastructure at Burutu.
“In the case of Burutu, we also see the potential for developing the port beyond simply being a stopover along the route to the River Niger.
“We believe Burutu has the potential to become a fully fledged international port; this gives the project a dual aspect.
“There is the potential to develop Burutu into a Port that is open to the ocean and international trade, similar in some respects to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium.”
Sustain inter-agency collaboration, effective intelligence sharing, Oborevwori Urges Security Agencies
Sustain inter-agency collaboration, effective intelligence sharing, Oborevwori Urges Security Agencies
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on security and emergency-response agencies across the country to sustain inter-agency collaboration, effective intelligence sharing, and rapid response to neutralize emerging security threats.
The Governor made the call on Thursday in Asaba during the closing ceremony of the Rapid Response 3 Exercise, organized by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) through the Presidential Communication Command and Control Centre (PC4).
Represented at the event by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, Ph.D., Governor Oborevwori described the choice of Asaba as a milestone, noting that Delta State is the first sub-national location outside the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, to host the national assignment.
According to him, national security is a collective responsibility requiring strong coordination among all security arms, traditional institutions, and citizens.
”The security challenges confronting our nation today are complex and dynamic, requiring not only courage and professionalism, but also effective coordination, intelligence sharing, rapid response, strong inter-agency collaboration, and the support of all citizens; as such, it gives me great pleasure to be here today as we bring to a successful conclusion the Rapid Response 3 Exercise, organised by the Office of the National Security Adviser through the Presidential Communication Command and Control Centre (PC4) and hosted here in Asaba, Delta State.
“This is indeed another audacious initiative to rein-in insurgency, terrorism and other forms of criminality that have plagued our dear nation for so long.
“On behalf of the Government and good people of Delta State, I heartily congratulate all participants for the successful completion of this very important national assignment.
“It is particularly gratifying to note that Delta State was selected to host this exercise which is the first at the sub-national level outside Abuja; this is unprecedented and marks a positive shift in Crisis Response awareness and training.
“This exercise has once again demonstrated that national security is a collective responsibility.
“This understanding resonated in the theme and proceedings of the Delta Security Summit held on 17th June, 2026; II am convinced that this Rapid Response 3 Exercise has provided a solid platform for our security and emergency-response institutions to test their readiness, strengthen operational coordination and improve their capacity to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats.
“For us in Delta State, the exercise is particularly important because of our strategic position as a major economic, commercial and maritime hub playing host to sensitive national assets.
“The peace and security of our communities are essential not only to the wellbeing of our people but also to the economic stability and prosperity of Nigeria.
“We are deeply appreciative to the Office of the National Security Adviser for choosing Delta State, and particularly Asaba, the State Capital, as the venue for this important exercise.
“I wish to equally extend my commendation to all the participating security and emergency-management agencies for their dedication, discipline and professionalism evidently demonstrated throughout the exercise.
“It is also noteworthy to underscore that an exercise such as this should not end with the closing ceremony; the lessons learnt, skills acquired, the inter-agencies relationships established and the operational capabilities developed must be further sharpened, sustained beyond today and put to effective use.
“As a government, we will continue to support initiatives that promote peace, security and stability in Delta State; we will strengthen existing collaboration with the Federal Government, security agencies, traditional institutions, communities and other stakeholders.
“We recognize that no single institution can secure our communities alone and that Security is the collective responsibility of all and sundry.
“I urge all participants to return to your respective commands and institutions as ambassadors of the knowledge and experience gained. Let the spirit of cooperation, professionalism and rapid response demonstrated during this exercise become a permanent feature of our national security architecture.
“As we formally bring the Rapid Response 3 Exercise to a close, I am confident that the knowledge acquired, partnerships forged and lessons learnt will contribute significantly to our collective capacity to protect lives, property and critical national assets.
“Once again, I congratulate all participants on the successful completion of the exercise,” the Governor said.
The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, represented by Rear Admiral Adedotun Ayo-Vaughon, Director PC4 Office of the National Security Adviser, thanked Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his exceptional support and commitment to strengthening security architecture.
“Your Excellency, we deeply appreciate your gracious acceptance to host the Rapid Response 3 in Delta State, the first of its kind outside the Federal Capital Territory.
“This gesture is a testament to your administration’s unwavering commitment to the safety and security of the people of Delta State, as well as your continued partnership with the Federal Government in advancing national security,” Malam Ribadu said.
MFM target unbeaten season after Blue Whales demolition
**As Coach calls for fresh ideas to improve domestic league
By: Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye
Port Harcourt: MFM Basketball Club have set their sights on an unbeaten season after another ruthless display in the Zenith Bank Women’s Premier League, with Head Coach Akinwonjowo Oladele declaring that his side are determined to sweep every major trophy available to them.
MFM made their intentions clear in emphatic fashion on Wednesday, dismantling Bayelsa Blue Whales 77–21 in the opening game of the day at the Basketball Stadium in Port Harcourt.
The 56-point demolition was another statement performance from a side that has made consistency and hard work the foundation of its campaign.
Oladele attributed MFM’s impressive run to the discipline of his players and their commitment to maintaining high standards from one game to another.
According to the coach, the team’s objective goes beyond winning individual games, as MFM are chasing an unbeaten campaign across all competitions.
“The secret to our outstanding performances, day in day out, is putting in hard work and remaining consistent,” Oladele said.
“Our mission is to go unbeaten and win all the trophies this season. We are on course for the Louis Edem trophy, MFM Championship and the Zenith League, where we are about 70 percent through. We are sure of going unbeaten this season.”
The emphatic victory over Bayelsa Blue Whales further strengthened MFM’s claim as one of the teams to beat, although Oladele knows the remaining stretch of the season will require the same level of concentration that has taken his team this far.
While pleased with his team’s progress on the court, the MFM tactician was less enthusiastic about the way the domestic league has been organised in recent seasons.
Oladele noted that the current structure has remained largely unchanged over the past three seasons and expressed hope that the forthcoming leadership changes in Nigerian basketball would bring fresh thinking to the local league.
“This is how we have been going for the past three seasons. I am hoping that when the election is done and we have a new president, he can initiate new ideas for the local league,” he said.
For now, however, MFM’s attention remains firmly on the court, with Oladele and his players chasing an ambitious clean sweep and an unbeaten record that would give their season a historic finish.
Ereyitomi Welcomes APC Elders, Leaders, Stakeholders to Delta South Mega Meeting
