High Court Dismisses Suit Alleging Marginalization of Isoko Communities in Delta’s 2025 Budget
A Delta State High Court sitting in the Oleh Judicial Division has dismissed a suit challenging the Delta State Government over alleged marginalization of Isoko North and Isoko South Local Government Areas in the allocation of state resources in the 2025 Appropriation Bill.The case, filed as Suit No. HCO/M/16/2025 between Ejumejowo Anthony Asuotu & Anor […]
Man, Accomplice Sentenced to Death for Killing Mother in Delta
A Delta State High Court sitting in the Kwale Judicial Division has sentenced a 44-year-old man, Lucky Edozien, and his accomplice, 33-year-old Amaechi Enuebuka, to death by hanging for the murder of Edozien’s mother, Mrs. Janeth Odinuwe.Justice D.C. Maidoh delivered the judgment after finding the defendants guilty of killing the 70-year-old woman at her home […]
DTSG To Renovate 42 Courts, Construct Judges’ Quarters – Ohwovoriole
In a move aimed at strengthening the justice system in Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the renovation of 42 courts and the construction of residential quarters for judges across the state.The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, disclosed this during the post-Executive Council briefing held at Government House, Asaba.According to him, […]
DTSG Begins Trial of Alleged Killers of Late Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba
The Delta State Government has commenced the prosecution of two suspects accused of the gruesome murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, as proceedings opened at the Delta State High Court sitting in Asaba.The defendants, Godwin Mngumi, a 25-year-old security guard, and Nnaji Abalum, were arraigned before the court on Tuesday on a four-count charge bordering […]
Delta Chief Judge Frees 54-Year-Old Inmate, Reviews 480 Warrants in Warri and Sapele Custodial Centres
The Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Theresa Diai, has granted freedom to a 54-year-old inmate, Mr. David Urumebo, at the Warri Custodial Centre on compassionate grounds due to health challenges, as part of the ongoing first quarter prison visit for 2026.Urumebo regained his freedom after the review of cases involving 325 awaiting-trial inmates at […]
Understanding the Land Use Act Is Key to Property Rights — Ohwovoriole
The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Delta State, Mr. Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, has said that a comprehensive understanding of the Land Use Act of 1978 is essential for safeguarding property rights in Nigeria.Ohwovoriole made the assertion through the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, Mr. Omamuzo Erebe, SAN, while declaring open a […]
Delta High Court Sentences Man to Death by Hanging for Murder of Classmate
A Delta State High Court sitting in Kwale has sentenced a 24-year-old man, Ebinum Prosper, to death by hanging for the murder of his classmate, Ojieh Chibogu, in Ugiliama Community.The conviction was handed down by Justice F. Enemor of High Court No. 2, Kwale, after the court found the defendant guilty of murder.The prosecution, led […]
OHWOVORIOLE: RE-ENGINEERING JUSTICE DELIVERY IN DELTA STATE
Access to justice, equity and fairness are fundamental building blocks of the democratic experience in Western Civilizations where the rule of law originated. Knowing that one can get justice no matter one’s status is the lubrication that democratic societies need to function in an orderly and progressive manner. The rule of law, rather than the […]
COURT JAILS 55-YEAR-OLD MAN, COLLINS IKA, 60 YEARS FOR RAPE OF 11-YEAR-OLD GIRL
Justice Joe Egwu, who delivered the judgment on Monday, February 23, 2026, also ordered the convict to pay ₦50 million as compensation to the victim.The court further ordered the forfeiture of ₦111,000 brought by the defendant in an attempt to settle the matter out of court without the knowledge of the complainant, the police, or […]
Delta Inaugurates 426 Justices of the Peace, Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law
The Delta State Government has inaugurated a new cohort of Justices of the Peace (JPs) across the state’s senatorial districts, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening grassroots justice delivery and the rule of law.The inauguration ceremony was held on Friday, February 13, 2026, and was led by the Chief Judge of Delta State, Hon. Justice Theresa […]