On Tuesday, the Delta State House of Assembly declared the Udu Constituency seat vacant after lawmaker Collins Ogbetamah defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The announcement followed Speaker Dennis Guwor’s reading of Ogbetamah’s resignation letter, which was dated June 19.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Following discussions, Majority Leader Emeka Nwaobi moved a motion to declare the seat vacant, citing relevant sections of the amended 1999 Constitution. The motion received unanimous support, and the Speaker subsequently requested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) organize a by-election to fill the vacancy.

In other legislative developments:

• Property Protection Bill: The Assembly advanced the State Public and Private Properties Protection Amendment Bill to the second reading. This legislation aims to bolster property security, facilitate the recovery of public assets, and establish an enforcement task force to work alongside security agencies. Speaker Guwor assigned the bill to the Joint House Committees on Housing, Urban Renewal, Lands, and Survey, requesting a report by July 17.

• Financial Oversight: The House received the 2025 audited financial statements and reports for the state’s 25 local government areas from the Auditor-General for Local Government. Speaker Guwor has forwarded these documents to the House Committee on Public Accounts for review.

Welcome to July! To help you celebrate, we have compiled a variety of heartfelt messages and wishes that you can share with your spouse, friends, family, colleagues, and loved ones. The team at Naija News wishes you, your family, and your friends a wonderful and prosperous new month.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

As we step into a new month, it is customary to exchange kind words and prayers with those we hold dear, which is why we have put together this list of 100 messages:

• Prayers for Divine Favor & Success: May God grant you and your family special attention, blessings, and breakthrough success this month. You are destined to overcome every limitation, achieve your goals, and see your wealth and joy flourish permanently.

• Wishes for Peace & Protection: May you dwell under God’s protection and enjoy a season free from sadness, shame, or trouble. We pray that your home remains filled with peace, and that every spirit working against your destiny is overcome.

• Messages for Partners & Loved Ones: To my dearest, I pray this month brings you joy, fulfillment, and unique wisdom. May your dreams be realized, and may we continue to share in this happiness together as you soar to unimaginable heights.

• Declarations for Testimony & Growth: This is your month to lead, testify, and witness everything in your life turn around for good. May your efforts yield enviable results and your expectations be met with surprising miracles.

• General Well-Wishes: We wish you a month of prosperity, progress, and continuous greatness. May you be a channel of blessings to others, and may everything you touch this month be seasoned with favor and grace.

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has officially removed Chief Wilcox Seiyefa, the paramount ruler of Swali Community, from his position as the Ebeniken. This decision follows the initial suspension of the Ebeniken and his Council of Chiefs on May 21, 2025, due to accusations that they were involved in abetting insecurity within the community.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Governor Diri, represented by his deputy, Peter Akpe, announced the dethronement during a stakeholder meeting at the Government House in Yenagoa on Tuesday. The Governor justified the action under Section Six of the state’s Chieftaincy Law, which emphasizes the necessity of maintaining peace, order, and good governance.

The removal was prompted by findings from a government-appointed fact-finding committee, which consulted with security agencies and local stakeholders. According to the Governor, the committee concluded that the community’s leadership was too weak and indecisive to manage the violence and security issues that arose.

Looking forward, Governor Diri has ordered the immediate commencement of a process to elect a new paramount ruler for the community, stipulating that the selection must be concluded within a three-month timeframe.