The annual traditional festivals celebrated across communities in Bayelsa State are rich expressions of our cultural heritage. From Odi to Opokuma and many other communities, these events bring together sons and daughters at home and in the diaspora to celebrate their history, customs and shared identity through colourful displays of dance, music and traditional rites….
Wike and the Politics of Constant Communication By Thomas Peretu Many Nigerians may disagree with the politics of Nyesom Wike. His style is often combative, his language occasionally coarse and controversial, and his methods frequently provoke debate. I have never been a Wike’s apostle. Neither do I share in his catholic. Yet, even his critics…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval of an increase in the salaries of members of the Nigerian Armed Forces is a commendable and timely intervention. Even before the official announcement, the Chief of Defence Staff, , had hinted at the development, raising hopes among military personnel who have long called for improved welfare. The decision deserves…
Come to Niger Delta, NDDC Boss Urges Investors The NDDC Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has urged public and private organisations to invest in the Niger Delta Region as it is now conducive and safe. Speaking during the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026 in Asaba, Delta…
By Thomas Peretu and Mallam Candido Ibrahim Mairiga The recent political spectacle involving Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has left many of his supporters bewildered and disappointed. The governor, who spent months locked in a bitter political battle with his predecessor and benefactor, Nyesom Wike, has now publicly returned to the very political family he…
The decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to commence the process of restoring the suppressed State House of Assembly constituencies of Abraka, Ughelli South II and Isoko North II in Delta State marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey. It is a development that deserves commendation, not only because it corrects a…
By Thomas Peretu If the likes of Ahmed Joda, Phillip Asiodu and Allison Ayida—the legendary corps of Nigeria’s super permanent secretaries—were with us today, they would probably shudder at the level of administrative ineptitude confronting the public service. It is almost inconceivable that a Head of the Civil Service of the Federation would publicly acknowledge…
By Our Correspondent YENAGOA — The Association of Professional Women Engineers in Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has honoured Bayelsa-born engineering icon, Engr. Prof. (Mrs.) Ongoebi Maureen Orubide Etebu, for her remarkable contributions to engineering, academia and public service, describing her as a trailblazer whose achievements have redefined the role of women in Nigeria’s engineering profession….
By Our Correspondent YENAGOA — Nigeria’s first female Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Engr. Prof. (Mrs.) Ongoebi Maureen Orubide Etebu, has declared that throughout her years in public office and university administration, she never accepted kickbacks from contractors, insisting that integrity remains the greatest asset any professional can possess. Prof. Etebu made the declaration while responding…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has directed lawyers, court officials and litigation staff to immediately stop using the title “Barrister” as a prefix to their names in all official engagements at the Supreme Court. The directive was contained in a memorandum dated July 13, 2026, and signed by the Chief Registrar of…
