FocalPoint Reports

The Nigerian Army has been assured of Delta State’s commitment to fully utilise its allocated quota in the ongoing 91 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI), which commenced on March 30. The state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, gave the assurance on Thursday while receiving a recruitment sensitisation team from Army Headquarters in Asaba, led by Brigadier General Moses Ikoba. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, the governor emphasised that the state government remained proactive in mobilising eligible youths to participate in the exercise. He noted that Delta had constituted a dedicated committee tasked with sensitising young people across the state on the benefits and opportunities available in the military, paramilitary, and other security agencies. He further disclosed that the government is actively engaging traditional rulers, local government council chairmen, and youth groups to boost awareness and encourage enlistment. According to him, lessons l...

The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala, has stated that the party under his leadership will bar all politicians aged 55 and above from contesting. Bala stated this during an interview on BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics. He asserted that the ADC belongs to all Nigerians and the youths should be given a chance to run for office. Bala argued that old politicians have failed Nigeria, he cenit is time to bring in individuals with fresh ideas. He said, “ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly. “We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics. “If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership. “We want to bring in fresh blood, ...

UMUAHIA — The Abia State Government has urged to striking judiciary workers to suspend their industrial action and submit to verification, insisting that the impasse over leave allowance can be resolved within 48 hours—if the union proves its claim. Addressing a press conference in Umuahia, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Ikechukwu Uwanna (SAN), maintained that judiciary workers are already enjoying leave benefits as part of their consolidated salary structure. He was flanked by the Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu; Commissioner for Labour and Productivity, Kingsley Nwokocha; and the Senior Special Assistant on Labour Relations, Godson Anucha. The Attorney General challenged the state chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) to present verifiable evidence that leave bonus—synonymous with leave allowance—is not captured in their pay. “If it is established that there is no leave bonus component in their consolidated salary, government will pay wit...

Delta State Government has intensified efforts to attract investment into its maritime sector, presenting its blue economy potential at the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026 held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. The summit, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” brought together policymakers, investors, and industry stakeholders to explore opportunities in Nigeria’s marine resources sector. Speaking on the sidelines, Director-General of the Delta State Investment Development Agency (DIDA), Dr. Anthony Elekeokwuri, said the state’s extensive coastline and marine endowments position it as a prime destination for investments. He noted that Delta has about 163 kilometres of coastline, creating opportunities for seaport development, fisheries, and marine-based industries. Elekeokwuri described the state’s marine ecosystem as rich and economically viable, supporting activities such as fisheries, logistics, and distilleries. H...

Following Wednesday’s vote of confidence passed on Tantita Security Services Limited by the National Assembly, traditional rulers and community leaders in the Niger Delta have called for sustained support for the company in safeguarding oil and gas pipelines. They noted that the company’s involvement in pipeline protection has brought noticeable improvements to oil-bearing communities. Speaking on the development, the President-General of the Isoko Development Union (IDU), Christopher Akpotu, commended the joint committee of the Senate and House of Representatives for dismissing multiple petitions against Tantita, describing the decision as a step in the right direction for the Niger Delta. Reacting to the committee’s findings on pipeline security, Akpotu urged stakeholders to prioritise collective economic benefits over internal disputes. “That is the right way to go,” he said. “There are many opportunities in the oil and gas sector. We should focus on how to derive more benefits rath...

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has confirmed the death of two of its students following the recent wave of violence in Jos, while three others – two students and a staff member – sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment in hospital. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tanko Ishaya disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing in Jos, where he also stated that there are no plans to relocate the institution from its current location despite the security challenges. The deceased were identified as Abel Joro Gershon, a 300-level Building student who was shot in the stomach during the Angwan Rukuba attack. He was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), where he died on April 5. He was buried on April 8. The second victim, Adeyomo Oluwafemi Temitope, a 500-level quantity surveying student, was reportedly shot and macheted to death by hoodlums on April 1 while outside the campus along Bauchi Road, the vice-chancellor said. Those injured and c...