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Delta government honours autistic teen cyclist on awareness ride

The Delta State government recognized 16-year-old autistic cyclist Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke during his endurance journey to raise awareness about autism.

Mar 23 β€’ 09:00 UTC
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Nigeria: Police Arrest 11 More Suspects Over Sexual Assaults in Delta, Obi, NBA, ADC Demand Investigation

The Delta State Police have arrested 11 additional suspects in connection with sexual assaults during a festival in Delta State, amid calls for investigation from various public figures and organizations.

Mar 23 β€’ 05:18 UTC
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Nigeria: Nigerian Navy Intercepts Illegal Fuel, Arrests Eight Suspects in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy arrested eight suspects and seized approximately 44,000 liters of presumed illegally refined petroleum in Rivers State during an anti-crude oil theft operation.

Mar 23 β€’ 04:52 UTC
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Group seeks justice for Delta sexually assaulted women

A women's organization in Nigeria is advocating for justice for victims of sexual assault during a festival in Delta State.

Mar 23 β€’ 00:07 UTC
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Oluremi Tinubu condemns assault of women at Delta festival, demands justice

Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has condemned the brutal assault of women and girls during the Alue-Do Festival in Delta State, calling for justice and respect for women's rights.

Mar 22 β€’ 16:41 UTC
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WIMBIZ condemns sexual assault at Delta festival, pushes for gender bill

Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) has condemned the sexual assaults during a festival in Delta State, calling for urgent reforms to protect women's rights.

Mar 22 β€’ 14:01 UTC
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Why NAPTIP didn’t detect β€˜rape festival’ in Delta earlier β€” Agency

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons in Nigeria stated it was unaware of reported sexual assaults at a festival in Delta State due to the lack of an operational office in the state.

Mar 22 β€’ 10:43 UTC
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Police crack down on traffic offenders in Delta

The Delta State Police Command is strictly enforcing traffic laws, establishing mobile courts to address violations and ensure compliance by drivers in the state.

Mar 22 β€’ 09:26 UTC
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Ozoro horror: Female students flee varsity over fear of fresh attacks

Female students in Ozoro, Delta State, are fleeing their university over fears of further assaults after a shocking incident during a local festival.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:56 UTC
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Police arrest 11 more suspects over Delta festival assault

The Delta State Government has confirmed the arrest of 11 additional suspects connected to the sexual assault of women at the Ozoro festival.

Mar 21 β€’ 18:45 UTC
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Peter Obi slams Delta festival attacks on women

Peter Obi criticizes the sexual assaults during the Alue-Do festival in Delta State, highlighting the need for women’s empowerment and national development.

Mar 21 β€’ 17:23 UTC
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Delta protocol officer slumps, dies

The Delta State Government mourns the unexpected death of Mr. Sunny Kotor, a key protocol officer who passed away following an incident at a state function.

Mar 21 β€’ 13:20 UTC
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NBA condemns assault on women at Delta festival, calls for swift justice

The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the sexual assault and humiliation of women at a festival in Delta State, calling it a national disgrace and demanding justice.

Mar 21 β€’ 10:06 UTC
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NAPTIP condemns Delta festival assaults, backs arrest of suspects

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has condemned the sexual assaults of women during a festival in Delta State, Nigeria, and supports the arrest of the perpetrators.

Mar 21 β€’ 08:31 UTC
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Morning Recap: Women stripped, sexually assaulted during Delta festival, Dangote hikes petrol price fifth time in March, other top stories

The article discusses several significant stories from Nigeria, including outrage over sexual assaults at a Delta festival, rising petrol prices, and speculation on political developments involving Ike Ekweremadu.

Mar 21 β€’ 07:58 UTC
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FG condemns sexual assault at Delta community festival, orders arrests

The Nigerian government has condemned sexual assaults at a festival in Ozoro, Delta State, and has ordered arrests of the perpetrators.

Mar 21 β€’ 00:30 UTC
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Delta community leaders deny rape claims, admit harassment at festival

Leaders of a Delta State community have rejected rape allegations from a recent festival, acknowledging some misconduct while asserting that claims of widespread sexual violence are exaggerated.

Mar 20 β€’ 22:27 UTC
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Delta Police PRO under fire over sexual comment to activist Rinu

The Delta State Police PRO, Bright Edafe, faces backlash for making a sexually suggestive comment to activist Rinu Oduala amid a national outcry over recent violent incidents against women.

Mar 20 β€’ 17:28 UTC
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Police arrest organiser, four others over Delta festival assaults

Five individuals, including the chief organiser of the Ozoro festival, have been arrested in Delta State over alleged sexual assaults during the event.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:31 UTC
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Delta condemns β€˜barbaric’ assaults on women at Ozoro festival

The Delta State Government has condemned recent sexual assaults on women during the Ozoro Festival, calling for an investigation and justice for victims.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:57 UTC
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Nigeria: Vandals Knock Down Tower T99 Along Ughelli/Benin 330kv Transmission Line

A transmission tower (T99) in Nigeria's Delta State collapsed due to vandalism, causing disruption in power supply from Transcorp Power Plc to the national grid.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:51 UTC
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Stop raping women, netizens demand justice over assault claims at Delta community festival

Social media outrage has surged following reports of sexual assault against women during a festival in Ozoro, Delta State, Nigeria, with users demanding justice and accountability from authorities.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:39 UTC
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Police investigate assault on women at Delta community festival

A disturbing video has surfaced showing assaults on women during a local festival in Ozoro, Delta State, prompting police investigations into the incidents.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:20 UTC
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N’Delta group urges army to vacate Rivers community skills centre

A Niger Delta sociocultural group has called for the Nigerian Army to vacate a local Skills Acquisition Centre, asserting that their presence is hampering youth employment and development.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:09 UTC
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Eid El-Fitr: Delta CP issues stern warning to cultists

The Delta State Police Command has issued a warning to criminal groups, particularly cultists, to refrain from illegal activities during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, pledging to ensure the safety and peace of the celebrations.

Mar 19 β€’ 10:50 UTC
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Police smash kidnap syndicate, rescue victims, recover ammunition

The Delta State Police Command in Nigeria has dismantled a kidnap syndicate, rescued three victims, and recovered an AK-47 during a gun battle.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:30 UTC
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Police kill one kidnapper, rescue three kidnap victims in Delta

The Delta State Police Command conducted a successful operation against a kidnap syndicate, resulting in the death of one suspect and the rescue of three victims.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:02 UTC
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Oborevwori unveils Delta road to boost local economy

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has commissioned the Ohoror–Bomadi Road to enhance economic activities and connectivity in riverine communities.

Mar 17 β€’ 15:54 UTC
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Monarch pledges ₦5m medical supplies to Delta hospital

The Ovie of Udu Kingdom has pledged ₦5 million in medical supplies to support a hospital in Delta State.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:09 UTC
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Delta communities protest exclusion from N400bn infrastructure projects

Polobubo and its surrounding communities in Delta State are protesting against their exclusion from significant state infrastructure projects despite being a major oil-producing area.

Mar 17 β€’ 00:59 UTC
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Nigeria: Delta Government Approves Expansion of Hostel Facilities for Tertiary Institutions

The Delta State Government has approved the expansion of hostel facilities to accommodate the rising number of students in state-owned tertiary institutions.

Mar 16 β€’ 04:55 UTC
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Delta approves N34 billion for 25 divisional police headquarters

The Delta State Government has allocated N34 billion for the construction of 25 divisional police headquarters and a Special Police Protection Unit to enhance security in the state.

Mar 14 β€’ 18:17 UTC
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NDG: Okpebholo redeems N30m pledge to Edo winning athletes

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has fulfilled his pledge of N30 million to the athletes of Team Edo following their victory at the Niger Delta Games.

Mar 11 β€’ 05:35 UTC
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Delta residents, business owners protest poor power supply

Residents and business owners in Delta State protest against inadequate power supply and high tariffs imposed by BEDC Electricity Plc.

Mar 11 β€’ 00:12 UTC
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Police arrest cultists linked to murder in Delta

Delta State Police have arrested suspected cult leaders connected to a murder case in Ughelli, recovering firearms during the operation.

Mar 10 β€’ 15:50 UTC
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NELFUND commends DELSU for allowing loan beneficiaries to sit for exams

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has praised Delta State University for allowing verified loan beneficiaries to participate in exams.

Mar 9 β€’ 15:49 UTC
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Firm unveils new processing plant

Seven Computer Logistics Limited is set to open a new flour production facility in Delta State, Nigeria, on March 16, 2026, which aims to transform local agricultural produce into flour.

Mar 8 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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NDDC warns traditional rulers, youths against vandalising projects in C’River

The Niger Delta Development Commission has cautioned traditional rulers and youths in Cross River State against the vandalism of its development projects.

Mar 7 β€’ 09:15 UTC
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Delta no-go area for opposition parties, Oborevwori boasts

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori declared that the state has become a 'no-go area' for opposition parties due to the infrastructure projects delivered by his administration.

Mar 6 β€’ 19:59 UTC
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Delta begins screening for police constable recruitment

The Delta State Police Command has initiated physical and credential screenings for candidates shortlisted in the recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force.

Mar 5 β€’ 13:49 UTC
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Former presidential aide hails Oborevwori for saving Delta APC from collapse

Ima Niboro praises Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for unifying the All Progressives Congress in the state after recent successful congresses.

Mar 5 β€’ 10:50 UTC
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Rotary Club advocates youth employment

The Rotary Club of Warri, along with various stakeholders, promoted industrialization and youth employment during a peace walk in Delta State, Nigeria.

Mar 5 β€’ 00:59 UTC
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Oborevwori insists on total victory in 2027 elections

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has urged the newly elected State Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress to prepare for the 2027 general elections.

Mar 5 β€’ 00:29 UTC
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NDDC urges host communities to safeguard projects

The Niger Delta Development Commission has called on host communities in Bayelsa State to protect its completed projects, which are facing high rates of theft and vandalism.

Mar 5 β€’ 00:13 UTC
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Police hunt Delta man for attempted murder

The Delta State Police are searching for a suspect named Ignatius in connection with an arson and attempted murder case involving his wife’s shop.

Mar 4 β€’ 02:15 UTC
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PANDEF mourns Delta ex-deputy gov Benjamin Elue

The Pan Niger Delta Forum expresses deep sorrow over the passing of Benjamin Elue, former Deputy Governor of Delta State.

Mar 3 β€’ 09:47 UTC
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Five suspected cultists, robbers arrested in Delta

Five individuals suspected of cultism and armed robbery have been arrested by the Delta State Police in Nigeria during operations in Warri, Ughelli, and Sapele.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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Delta governor urges leaders to prioritize service at Senator Nwaoboshi’s funeral

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori emphasized the importance of public service during Senator Peter Nwaoboshi's funeral.

Feb 28 β€’ 09:35 UTC
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Host Edo dethrones Bayelsa to win Niger Delta Games

Edo State won the second edition of the Niger Delta Games, securing first place with a total of 52 gold medals and dethroning the defending champions Bayelsa.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:43 UTC
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Remi Tinubu’s visit complements Delta’s development agenda β€” Amnesty chief

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme lauds First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's visit to Delta State, emphasizing its alignment with local development goals.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:53 UTC

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