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UNN declares 3 days of mourning after 4 students die at off-campus party
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has suspended academic and social activities for three days following the deaths of four students at an off-campus sign-out party in Enugu State, where six other students who attended the gathering at Hilltop Lodge, Nsukka, on Wednesday were receiving treatment at different hospitals after falling ill during the celebration.
EFCC investigates alleged N60bn transactions involving Delta federal college
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into alleged suspicious financial transactions exceeding ₦60 billion involving management officials of the Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba. The anti-graft agency initiated the probe following a Federal High Court directive ordering law enforcement authorities to investigate the allegations and prosecute anyone found culpable.
Ogoni groups reject oil exploration resumption, demand cleanup, compensation
Twenty civil society organisations and rights groups have formally rejected plans to resume crude oil production in Ogoniland, Rivers State. The coalition insists that comprehensive environmental remediation, adequate compensation, and justice for historical human rights abuses must be delivered before any fresh exploration begins.
Omo-Agege condemns attack on NDC members in Delta, demands action
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, has strongly condemned the deadly political violence in Asaba that left one Nigeria Democratic Congress member dead and five others injured. In a statement released by his media aide Godwin Anaughe, Omo-Agege accused the Delta State Government and the ruling All Progressives Congress of failing in their fundamental duty to safeguard opposition supporters.
Delta govt orders investigation into Asaba political violence that killed one
The Delta State Government has demanded a comprehensive police investigation into a outbreak of political violence in Asaba that left one person dead and five others critically injured. Strongly condemning Saturday’s clash as unacceptable, government authorities warned political parties and their supporters against engaging in actions that threaten public peace and regional security.
2027: Students urge youths to reject political thuggery
Students of Delta State University, Abraka, have called on Nigerian youths to move past serving as political foot soldiers and take an active role in deciding national leadership for 2027. The students raised concerns over the exploitation of young people for rallies and election violence, advocating instead for direct participation in elective offices and governance.
Oil theft: Navy seizes three boats, 20,000 litres in Delta
Navy personnel from NNS Delta, commanded by Commodore Shehu Tasiu, intercepted a tugboat and two wooden boats during an anti-oil theft operation at Aruton Creeks in Delta State. The operation yielded 120 liters of suspected stolen Automotive Gas Oil alongside 20,000 liters of crude oil.
PANDEF demands 50% oil derivation for Niger Delta
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has demanded an increase in the derivation allocation for oil-producing states from 13 per cent to 50 per cent, citing decades of environmental damage and underdevelopment in the region.
Enugu police arrest man over alleged rape of 3 women
The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Ugbor Chika Paul, over allegations of serial rape, robbery and sextortion involving female victims, including Point-of-Sale operators.
Edo condemns attack on MC Porcupine, denies government link
The Edo State Government has condemned the attack on comedian Osagie Idieda, popularly known as MC Porcupine, as it denied allegations linking the incident to Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration.
Delta police arrest bus driver over alleged abduction, sexual assault of student
Delta State Police arrested 28-year-old school bus driver Onome Lucky Ughagha on October 23 in Sapele following an investigation into the abduction of a 14-year-old student.
Delta police arrest 3 over alleged impersonation, N5.4m fraud
The Delta State Police Command has arrested three men accused of impersonating senior government officials to defraud members of the public with promises of employment, political appointments and other government privileges.
Oborevwori mourns Uduaghan, hails legacy
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has paid tribute to his predecessor, Emmanuel Uduaghan, describing him as a detribalised leader whose contributions to the state’s development would endure.
Former Delta governor, Uduaghan, dies three days before 72nd birthday
His family announced his death in a statement issued on Monday and signed by his son, Toju Uduaghan, who said the former governor died in the early hours of October 19, 2026.
Delta LG chairmen inspect Agbor tanker explosion scene
The chairmen of Ika South and Ika North-East Local Government Areas of Delta State have visited the scene of Sunday’s petrol tanker explosion in Agbor, which destroyed buildings and damaged vehicles.
2027: Umahi inaugurates APC PCC infrastructure team
The minister inaugurated the team in Abuja as part of efforts to strengthen infrastructure-related communication, mobilisation and public sensitisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Navy targets oil thieves, seizes 75,000 litres in Delta
The Nigerian Navy has uncovered 75,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in three reservoirs in Oteghele community, Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Navy uncovers 98,000 litres of suspected stolen oil in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy has uncovered three illegal refining sites containing about 98,000 litres of suspected stolen petroleum products in Okarki community, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.
GalaxyTV report prompts Bayelsa Assembly action on Ogbogoro erosion crisis
Barely a week after the GalaxyTV news report on the devastating effects of erosion, which has displaced many residents of the Ogbogoro community in the Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, the state’s House of Assembly has called for urgent government intervention in the natural disaster.
Oborevwori orders clean-up, medical aid after Delta oil spill
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has ordered immediate medical intervention and an urgent clean-up of communities affected by an oil spill in the Odidi area of the Warri South-West Local Government Area.
Police arrest three suspected kidnappers, cultists in Delta
The Delta State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers and cultists and recovered an AK-47 rifle, a pump-action gun and 55 live cartridges in Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state.
Erosion puts Anambra community on the brink of collapse
The erosion, which followed torrential rainfall, has washed away portions of building foundations and created a large gully that residents fear could consume more houses if immediate measures are not taken.
Anambra police arrest 13 suspects, recover gun, stolen SUV
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 13 suspects and recovered firearms, ammunition, charms and a stolen vehicle in separate operations across the state.
Leadership crisis paralyses Port Harcourt Chamber as members demand president’s suspension
The dispute centres on allegations that Nwoga established a separate body, the Greater Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, while serving as president of the existing chamber.