Ughelli South is one of the 25 local government areas of Delta State, in the Delta Central Senatorial District, with its headquarters at Otu-Jeremi. Headquartered at Otu-Jeremi, Ughelli South includes Olomu, Ewu and Okwagbe, and has a number of riverine and oil-producing communities.
This page collects The Trumpet’s latest reporting from Ughelli South LGA, including news from Otu-Jeremi, Olomu, Ewu and Okwagbe. It updates automatically whenever we publish a new story from the area.
Ughelli South LGA at a glance
| Local government area | Ughelli South |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Otu-Jeremi |
| Senatorial district | Delta Central |
| State | Delta State, Nigeria |
| Major towns and communities | Otu-Jeremi, Olomu, Ewu and Okwagbe |
Latest Ughelli South news

Olomu Kingdom Bans Cultism, Orders Cultists to Renounce Membership
THE Olomu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, has announced a ban on cult-related activities and…

Olomu Monarch Issues Warning After Cult Clash Leaves 1 Person Dead
A suspected clash between rival cult groups has left one person dead at Oviri-Olomu in Ughelli South Local Government Area…

Ewu Kingdom Delegation Visits Edo Govt House, Backs Razaq Isesele III as New Onojie
A high-powered delegation from Ewu Kingdom in Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State on Tuesday visited the Government…

Okpebholo Hails Ewu Leaders For Peaceful Conduct Over Kingship Dispute
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended the people and leaders of Ewu Kingdom in Esan Central Local Government…

Ewu Development Association elects new national officers
The national body of Ewu Development Association (EDA) has elected new officers to pilot the affairs of the apex body…

Commissioner dismisses emergence of consensus candidate in Ughelli South State Constituency race
The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has rejected claims that a consensus candidate has…

Delta commissioner spreads Christmas cheer to APC Ughelli South with ₦2.5m food support
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has brought relief and joy to party members and…

Ughelli South United Forum hails Izeze’s outstanding performance as Delta Commissioner
The leadership of the Ughelli South United Forum (USUF) has lauded the remarkable performance of Hon. Rueben Rume Yakubu Izeze,…

Ughelli South Political Colonels declare support for APC unity as Sobotie rallies members ahead of 2027 elections
The Ughelli South Political Colonels, a grassroots bloc within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, have renewed their…

Olomu Kingdom announces passage of its king
The ancient Olomu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has announced the passing of its traditional…

Edjekota-Ogor, Ewu communal land dispute leaves 2 dead, several injured in Delta
A land ownership dispute between Edjekota-Ogor and Ewu communities in Delta State has turned violent, leaving two persons dead and…

Olomu community petitions Gov. Oborevwori, accuses Ijaw neighbours of attacks
The Oviri-Olomu community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has petitioned Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, raising concerns over…
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