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Asaba · Asaba

DSS Arrests Armed Dealer, Intercepts Sophisticated Weapons in Delta

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The Department of State Services, DSS, in Delta State has intercepted a cache of sophisticated weapons in Asaba, the state capital. The operation, which took place on October 12, 2025, within the Asaba metropolis, led to the arrest of a notorious arms dealer, identified as Stephen Sabo Atoshi, and his accomplice, a 40-year-old secondary school teacher from Taraba State. The Deputy Director of Operations of the Delta State Command of the DSS, Mr …See the Story

Warri, Nigeria · Warri

Nigerian Army Claims Soldier At Delta Estate Stabbed Civilian To Death In Self-Defence

The Nigerian Army has justified the killing of a civilian during a confrontation at Delta Marine Logistics and Technical (DMLT) Estate in Warri, Delta State, insisting that the soldier involved acted purely in self-defence. In a statement issued by the Headquarters, 63 Brigade, on Wednesday the Army explained that “a tense confrontation between a soldier and a suspected criminal occurred at the Delta Marine Logistics and the Technical (DMLT) Est…See the Story

Delta, Nigeria · Delta

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations

The Delta State Police Command has successfully rescued a kidnap victim and arrested drug traffickers in two separate operations. In a statement on Tuesday, police spokesperson SP Bright Edafe said the rescue occurred on October 12 around 2 p.m. at Ovian Aladja, involving the wife of a male complainant (name withheld). According to Edafe, armed […] The post Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations appeared first o…See the Story

Tompolo Gifts ₦10 Billion To Boost Delta State Security

In a historic show of support for the Delta State Government’s commitment to strengthening peace and security, the Chairman of Tantita Security ServAsaba · Asaba Read Article

“Same Case, Different Divisions” — Nigeria Police Seeks Transfer Of Warri Tinted Glass Permit Suit To Abuja For Consolidation - TheNigeriaLawyer

The Nigeria Police Force’s controversial Tinted Glass Permit Policy has prompted counsel for the police to request the transfer of a class-action suit from the Federal High Court in Warri to its Abuja division. The application, dated October 6, 2025, and addressed to the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, highlights striking similarities between the Warri case Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/103/2025, filed by John Aikpokpo-Martin on behalf of tinted car…Warri, Nigeria · Warri Read Article

2027: Keyamo declares support for Tinubu, Oborevwori as sole candidates

Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has declared President Bola Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as his preferred and sole candidates for the 2027 general elections. Keyamo made the declaration in a post on X, revealing that he moved a motion during a stakeholders’ meeting of the All Progressives Congress, APC, held in Asaba, Delta State, on Sunday, October 12, 2025. According to him, the meeting, which was conv…Bola Tinubu · Asaba Read Article

Oborevwori Bans Arbitrary Contract Reviews, To Tighten Fiscal Discipline

The governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has abolished the arbitrary upward review of contract sums to promote accountability and protect public resources. The governor disclosed this at the thanksgiving service marking the opening of the 2025/2026 Legal Year of the Delta State Judiciary, held at Emmanuel the Saviour Catholic Church, Asaba. In a statement shared via the state government’s page on Wednesday, the decision aimed to strength…Asaba · Asaba Read Article

Ezekiel Nathaniel Graduates from Baylor University After Record-Breaking Collegiate Career

Nigerian 400m hurdler, Ezekiel Nathaniel has officially graduated from Baylor University, marking the end of a historic collegiate career both academically and athletically. The 22-year-old, who recently made headlines for breaking the Nigerian record multiple times during the 2025 athletics season, took to social media on Sunday to share photos from his convocation ceremony. Captioning his post, “4 years well spent,” Nathaniel reflected on his …Delta, Nigeria · Delta Read Article

Nigerian Army Claims Soldier At Delta Estate Stabbed Civilian To Death In Self-Defence

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations

Senator Ned Nwoko Draws Parallels Between China, Nigeria In Resilience, Enterprise

Senator Ned Munir Nwoko has drawn parallels between the people of China and Nigeria, noting their shared values of resilience, hard work, adventure, and adaptability. The lawmaker observed during a courtesy visit to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Abuja on Tuesday, where he accompanied his wife, Mrs Laila Charani Nwoko, Chief Executive Officer of MNS Travel & Tours Ltd, on an official visit to the Chinese Ambassador, His Excelle…Delta, Nigeria · Delta Read Article

Oborevwori Flags Off Reconstruction of Warri–Sapele–Benin Road, says Project Reflects Partnership Between Federal, State Govts - Thepodiummedia

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of the Warri–Sapele–Benin dual carriageway, describing the project as a symbol of renewed collaboration between the Federal and State Governments for the benefit of Nigerians. Speaking at the event held in Uvwie and Okpe Local Government Areas, Governor Oborevwori said the project represents “another major …Warri, Nigeria · Warri Read Article

Delta Police Neutralise Kidnap Suspects in Fierce Gun Battle, Recover Arms Cache - Security News Alert

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have neutralised several suspected kidnappers in a shootout in Ughelli North Local Government Area following an extensive, multi-state investigation. The operation led to the recovery of a significant cache of firearms, including an AK-47 rifle. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Command detailed that the operation […] The post Delta Police Neutralise Kidnap Suspects in Fierce Gun Battle, Recover…Delta, Nigeria · Delta Read Article

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DSS Arrests Armed Dealer, Intercepts Sophisticated Weapons in Delta

Nigerian Army Claims Soldier At Delta Estate Stabbed Civilian To Death In Self-Defence

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations

Tompolo Gifts ₦10 Billion To Boost Delta State Security

“Same Case, Different Divisions” — Nigeria Police Seeks Transfer Of Warri Tinted Glass Permit Suit To Abuja For Consolidation - TheNigeriaLawyer

2027: Keyamo declares support for Tinubu, Oborevwori as sole candidates

Oborevwori Bans Arbitrary Contract Reviews, To Tighten Fiscal Discipline

Ezekiel Nathaniel Graduates from Baylor University After Record-Breaking Collegiate Career

Nigerian Army Claims Soldier At Delta Estate Stabbed Civilian To Death In Self-Defence

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations

Senator Ned Nwoko Draws Parallels Between China, Nigeria In Resilience, Enterprise

Oborevwori Flags Off Reconstruction of Warri–Sapele–Benin Road, says Project Reflects Partnership Between Federal, State Govts - Thepodiummedia

Delta Police Neutralise Kidnap Suspects in Fierce Gun Battle, Recover Arms Cache - Security News Alert

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Tompolo Gifts ₦10 Billion To Boost Delta State Security

“Same Case, Different Divisions” — Nigeria Police Seeks Transfer Of Warri Tinted Glass Permit Suit To Abuja For Consolidation - TheNigeriaLawyer

2027: Keyamo declares support for Tinubu, Oborevwori as sole candidates

Oborevwori Bans Arbitrary Contract Reviews, To Tighten Fiscal Discipline

Ezekiel Nathaniel Graduates from Baylor University After Record-Breaking Collegiate Career

Nigerian Army Claims Soldier At Delta Estate Stabbed Civilian To Death In Self-Defence

Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Drug Traffickers in Delta Operations

Senator Ned Nwoko Draws Parallels Between China, Nigeria In Resilience, Enterprise

Oborevwori Flags Off Reconstruction of Warri–Sapele–Benin Road, says Project Reflects Partnership Between Federal, State Govts - Thepodiummedia

Delta Police Neutralise Kidnap Suspects in Fierce Gun Battle, Recover Arms Cache - Security News Alert