By Favour Bibaikefie

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stepped into the ongoing controversy surrounding the ward and polling unit delineation exercise in Delta State’s Warri Federal Constituency, convening a high-level meeting with leaders of the Ijaw, Urhobo, and Itsekiri ethnic nationalities.

The meeting, which also had Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, in attendance, was aimed at addressing concerns arising from the delineation process and charting a path toward a peaceful resolution of the dispute.

The discussions brought together prominent stakeholders from the three ethnic groups, with participants exploring ways to promote understanding, peace, and stability in the affected communities.

Speaking after the meeting, Governor Oborevwori expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for personally engaging in efforts to resolve the matter.

According to the governor, the President’s intervention demonstrated a commitment to ensuring peace and harmony among the various ethnic nationalities within the constituency.

Oborevwori also praised community leaders and stakeholders who supported the outcome of the discussions and embraced the agreed framework for settlement.

He noted that their willingness to prioritize dialogue and mutual understanding reflected a shared commitment to justice, unity, and peaceful coexistence.

The governor urged all parties involved to sustain the spirit of cooperation and continue working together for the collective good of Delta State.

He emphasized the need for residents to strengthen inter-ethnic relationships, maintain peace, and focus on development initiatives that would benefit present and future generations.

Oborevwori further expressed gratitude to God for guiding the reconciliation process and voiced confidence that the outcome of the engagement would foster stronger unity across the state.

The ward and polling unit delineation exercise in Warri Federal Constituency has remained a subject of intense public interest in recent months, attracting diverse reactions from stakeholders and community groups. Many have consistently advocated dialogue, peaceful engagement, and respect for legal processes as the most effective means of resolving the issues arising from the exercise.

By Favour Bibaikefie

An unverified document purportedly issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and widely circulated on social media on Wednesday claims that the electoral body has restored several state constituencies in Benue, Delta, Jigawa, and Kogi states ahead of the 2027 General Election.

As of press time, IduwiniVoice could not independently verify the authenticity of the document, and no corresponding statement had been sighted on INEC’s official communication channels.

The document, titled “Conduct of Party Primaries in the Restored Constituencies in Benue, Delta, Jigawa and Kogi States for the 2027 General Election,” bears the date June 10, 2026, and is purportedly signed by Muhammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee.

According to the document, the Commission allegedly stated:

“Pursuant to the Judgment of the Courts directing the restoration of some suppressed Constituencies in Benue, Delta, Jigawa and Kogi States, and in line with the powers conferred on the Commission by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and the Electoral Act, 2026, the Commission has restored the following State Constituencies.”

The document further listed the purportedly restored constituencies as follows:

Benue State: Nyamatsor, Ukum Afia, Konshisha III (Shangev-Tiev), Makurdi III (South East), and Gboko III State Constituencies.

Delta State: Aniocha North II, Ika North East II, Sapele II, Ethiope West II, Warri South West II, and Warri North II State Constituencies.

Jigawa State: Aujara State Constituency.

Kogi State: Adavi East, Eika, Ajaokuta North, Bassa-Komu, Dekina Town & District, Ijumu II, Kabba-Bunu II, Koton Karfe II, Igalaogwa, and Ogugu State Constituencies.

The document also claimed that political parties would conduct primaries in the affected constituencies between June 16 and June 25, 2026.

It stated:

“To facilitate the participation of the restored Constituencies in the 2027 General Election, particularly with respect to the nomination of candidates by Political Parties, the Commission has fixed the 16th – 25th June, 2026 for the conduct of Political Party Primaries in the restored Constituencies.”

The purported release further noted:

“For the avoidance of doubt, all other timelines and activities contained in the already published revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election shall apply to the restored Constituencies.”

It also urged political parties to notify the Commission ahead of their primaries, stating:

“In light of the peculiar nature of this arrangement, Political Parties are requested to submit Notices of Political Party Primaries to the Commission prior to the scheduled date for the Primaries.”

The document concluded with the statement:

“The Commission remains committed to ensuring credible, inclusive and transparent electoral processes.”

Meanwhile, while critical stakeholders from Warri Southwest Local Government Area contacted by IduwiniVoice News Desk affirms the authenticity of the press release, members of the public are advised to treat the circulating document with caution pending official confirmation or denial from INEC as the authenticity of the document yet to be officially verified by IduwiniVoice at the time of publication. Readers are encouraged to await official clarification from INEC.

IduwiniVoice will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.

By Rukevwe Odeh

The Federal Government has announced that the first group of Nigerian nationals being evacuated from South Africa due to rising xenophobic tensions will arrive in Lagos on Thursday morning.

According to a statement released on Wednesday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the evacuees are scheduled to depart O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg late Wednesday night. Their arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport is expected around 5:00 a.m. on Thursday.

The evacuation exercise is being carried out by Air Peace Airlines and is fully funded by the Nigerian government, meaning all affected citizens will be flown home at no cost.

The ministry also confirmed that relevant government agencies have made arrangements to receive the returnees. On arrival, they will undergo screening, documentation, and profiling before being assisted to reconnect with their families.

This evacuation is part of Nigeria’s response to increasing anti-immigrant incidents in South Africa, where recent tensions have led to fears of violence against foreign nationals. Several other African countries have also begun repatriating their citizens amid the unrest.

Authorities say Nigeria is planning to bring back more than 1,000 nationals in total, although the final figure is still being confirmed. The government has also indicated that possible diplomatic responses to the situation are under consideration, though no final decision has been taken.