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OBOREVWORI ON THE GLOBAL STAGE: Delta Governor Joins President Tinubu at BRICS Summit in Brazil

In a bold reflection of Nigeria’s rising global profile, and a signal of growing political influence within, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu touched down in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Friday for the 17th BRICS Summit, accompanied by a distinguished delegation that included the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. The presidential aircraft, which departed from Saint Lucia, landed at Rio International Airport at approximately 8:45 PM local time. The President was received by Carlos Sergio Sobral Duarte, Brazil’s Secretary for Africa and the Middle East, along with senior Nigerian officials and diplomatic aides. Notably present was Governor Oborevwori, whose inclusion underscores his emerging stature in national and international affairs, following his recent move to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). His presence in the presidential delegation is a powerful testament to Delta State’s evolving influence on the national stage. It also affirms Governor Oborevwori’...

THE SO-CALLED COALITION: A Parade of Yesterday Men and Political Desperation

In a political twist that was anything but surprising, a group of familiar political faces gathered recently under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), attempting to rebrand themselves as a “coalition to save Nigeria.” But beyond the drama and headlines lies a different truth: this is not a movement to rescue Nigeria; it is a gathering of politically displaced individuals, united only by their resentment for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and fear of irrelevance ahead of 2027. Let’s be clear, many of those who defected from the APC or PDP into this new coalition had long lost their footing in their former parties. The Defectors: Political Baggage, Not Assets Rotimi Amaechi exited the APC in spirit as far back as 2022, after losing the presidential primary to Tinubu. Abubakar Malami, the former Attorney-General, quietly distanced himself from the APC after his failed Kebbi governorship bid. Hadi Sirika is now facing corruption charges and brings no moral weight to any movem...

DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT: Building Bridges of Development in Udu and Beyond

In the spirit of transparency, equity, and democratic accountability, the Delta State Government under Governor Sheriff Oborevwori continues to set a high standard for inclusive governance. The administration remains firmly committed to development without bias, regardless of electoral outcomes. Development Beyond the Ballot Box In the 2023 elections, Udu Local Government Area offered limited electoral support to the Oborevwori-led administration. Yet, rather than withholding development, the government has doubled down on its pledge to serve every community in Delta State. This approach underscores a vital principle: leadership is about service, not scorekeeping. Governor Oborevwori’s administration refuses to be distracted by politically motivated protests or misinformation campaigns. Young people, in particular, are encouraged to seek the truth and verify government projects in their communities before engaging in baseless and ill-motivated propaganda. Udu LGA: A Hub of Strategi...

GANDUJE'S RESIGNATION: Alleged Tinubu-Kwankwaso Political Deal Sparks Major Shake-Up in APC

In a dramatic twist that could reshape the political landscape ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje has resigned as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Although the former Kano State governor officially cited health concerns, political insiders believe the real trigger was a high-level political deal involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ganduje’s long-time rival, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The announcement came on Friday, sending shockwaves through the APC hierarchy. In his resignation letter, Ganduje expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve, according to APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka. With his exit, Deputy National Chairman (North), Ali Bukar Dalori of Borno State, has been named acting chairman pending the election of a substantive replacement. But beyond the formalities lies a deeper story of political intrigue. The Tinubu-Kwankwaso Equation Multiple sources close to the APC ...

TOUCHED BY LOVE AT 62: Gov. Oborevwori Appreciates Deltans, Preaches Unity

In a heartfelt moment of reflection and gratitude, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori marked his 62nd birthday not with pomp and pageantry, but with praise, thanksgiving, and a renewed call for unity. Speaking at the Government House Chapel in Asaba during a morning worship session, the Governor opened up about the overwhelming outpouring of love from Deltans and Nigerians across political, ethnic, and religious lines. Quoting Psalm 100:4, the Governor said, “We enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. That is what I have come to do, to thank God.” He extended appreciation to political associates, friends, well-wishers, and citizens across the country for their birthday messages, prayers, and goodwill advertisements in newspapers, on television, and on radio. “Your kind messages, prayers, and thoughtful adverts truly warmed my heart and made my day extra special,” he said. “Even those who did not support me politically still wished me well, show...

FROM GIANT TO GHOST: How the PDP Lost Its Way

Once revered as Africa’s largest political party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is now a shadow of its former self, a crumbling relic battling irrelevance. Founded on the promise of unity and democratic ideals, the PDP once boasted of ruling Nigeria for 60 uninterrupted years. But barely a decade after losing power, the party is in disarray, and its collapse is no longer a distant possibility, it is unfolding before our eyes. The most telling sign of this decline is the growing number of defections by governors elected on the PDP platform. These are not fringe politicians or disgruntled party agents; they are high-ranking, democratically elected leaders abandoning what they see as a sinking ship. And they are doing so not out of disloyalty but out of survival instinct. The unraveling of the PDP began in 2015 with the internal sabotage of President Goodluck Jonathan’s re-election bid. Rather than rallying behind their candidate, powerful northern elements within the party, led by ...