DSTG Seals Agbor Hotel, Nightclub Over Underage Prostitution, Drug Activities
The Delta State Government has sealed the Bolero Hotel and Nightclub in Agbor over its alleged use as a centre for underage prostitution, consumption and distribution of illicit drugs.The closure followed an order of the Delta State High Court sitting in the Agbor Judicial Division, Ika South local Government Area on February 10, 2026.Court records […]
Delta Justice Ministry Inaugurates Civil Service Unit, Tasks Members on Diligence
The Delta State Ministry of Justice has inaugurated a Civil Service Unit tasked with handling all cases before the National Industrial Court involving the Delta State Government and its agencies, in a move aimed at strengthening the state’s capacity in labour and industrial relations litigation.The unit comprises Oghenemine Stephen Onoriose, Esq.; Mrs. Elvon Edirin Ezie […]
Delta Justice Ministry Takes Lead in Capacity Building
The Delta State Ministry of Justice has reinforced its position as the leading ministry in capacity-building initiatives in Delta State, rolling out strategic training programmes aimed at enhancing the competence, efficiency, and professionalism among its legal officers.The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, gave this assurance through the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary […]
Delta Justice Ministry, FIDA Deepen Collaboration to Protect Rights of Women, Children
The Delta State Ministry of Justice has strengthened its collaboration with the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) as part of sustained efforts to preserve, protect and promote the rights of women, children and other vulnerable persons across the state.The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment during the […]
Delta Attorney-General Pays Tribute to Late Justice Ifeoma Okogwu at Valedictory Court Session
The Delta State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, on Friday paid glowing tributes to the late Hon. Justice Ifeoma Ebun Okogwu during a Valedictory Court Session held in Asaba. Justice Okogwu, who passed away on November 23, 2025, was remembered for her distinguished career in the Delta State Judiciary and her dedicated […]
Delta Gov hails Omamuzo Erebe for becoming the first Career Civil Servant to attain the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria in the State
DELTA State Governor, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori said he was elated that, for the first time, in the history of the State, a career civil servant, Mr. Omamuzo Erebe, Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, attained the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in 2025, describing the feat as a reflection […]
Oborevwori Swears In Otite Jonah Akporuaro, Jereoma Sam-Oligida, Four Others as Judges in Delta
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Wednesday swore in six new judges for the state judiciary, in a move aimed at strengthening the administration of justice and enhancing judicial efficiency. Those sworn in as Judges of the Delta State High Court of Justice are Justice Otite Jonah Akporuaro, Justice Jereoma Sam-Oligida, Justice Ukuli […]
Delta High Court Dismisses Suit Challenging DESSA’s Authority to Collect Advertising Levies
The Delta State High Court sitting in Asaba has dismissed a lawsuit seeking to restrain the Delta State Signage and Advertisement Agency (DESSA) from collecting levies on billboards, signposts, and other forms of outdoor advertising across the state. The suit was instituted by the Billboard Owners and Outdoor Practitioners Association of Delta State, which challenged […]
Delta Justice Ministry Boosts Capacity To Tackle Human trafficking
The Delta State Ministry of Justice has intensified efforts to combat human trafficking by organising a two-day capacity-building programme for its legal officers, aimed at strengthening institutional responses and promoting a victim-centred approach to prosecution.The training, organised by the Ministry’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, was themed “Understanding Human Trafficking: Scope, Drivers, Institutional and Victim-Centred Legal Response.” […]
Delta Justice Ministry Prioritises Digital Reforms, Tougher Prosecutions in 2026
The Delta State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, has outlined the Ministry of Justice’s strategic priorities for 2026, with a strong focus on digital transformation, enhanced prosecution, and strengthened legal frameworks.Ohwovoriole disclosed this at the Ministry’s first management meeting of the year, held at its headquarters in Asaba, which brought together directors […]