POWER OUTAGE: WE'LL SHUTDOWN NGC OPERATIONS IN GBARAMATU, SPOKESMAN, GBENEKAMA DECLARES

POWER OUTAGE: WE'LL SHUTDOWN NGC OPERATIONS IN GBARAMATU, SPOKESMAN, GBENEKAMA DECLARES

*GIVES NGC 3-DAYS ULTIMATUM TO RESTORE POWER TO AFFECTED COMMUNITIES



The people of  Azama, Enikorogha, Tebujor and Opuedebubor communities under  Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area, Delta State have threatened shutting down operations of Nigeria Gas Company, NGC in their area, adding that if NGC does not restore power outage that have affected the communities for the past 10 months the shutting down will be no going back.


Speaking on behalf of the Four affected  communities, spokesman (FIYEWEI) of GBARAMATU KINGDOM, Chief Godspwer Gbenekama, JP quipped that NGC  gave  generator to Azama/Enikorogha and Tebujor/Opuedebubor communities with intent of supplying diesel to power the generators but have refused supplying diesel to power the generators after 10 months despite the generators being in good conditions at the various communities.

He pointed out that NGC had assured that they will construct a gas turbine to supply electricity  before the Yuletide season but could not do so, noting that the people are suffering being in darkness and subjected to pains and  oppression by NGC.

The Gbaramatu spokesman (FIYEWEI) expressed dismay over the treatment given to their youths for protesting earlier,  saying that the youths  were almost shot at by security personnel at NGC location where pipelines repairs were being effected by NGC, according to him it could have resulted into a serious crisis if not for the prompt intervention from leaders of the Kingdom the youths had threatened to stop the repair  work if the communities light was not restored by NGC.

He disclosed that the communities chairmen have written several letters to appeal to the company to do  something urgent but no attention was given by  their correspondences to Nigeria Gas Company, NGC hence the next looming action is to "shutdown and destabilize  NGC  if they do not restore light to these  affected communities". He added.


Chief Gbenekama on behalf of the communities however handed down 3-days ultimatum to  NGC to restore electricity  by supplying diesel to power the affected communities generators neglected by Nigeria Gas Company during the Christmas season or prepare to enjoy total shutdown of all their operations in that area.

DG National Orientation Agency, Dr. Garba Commends CEPEJ For Its Peace Building Initiative Across Nigeria, Calls for Greater Collaboration to Sustain National Values

DG National Orientation Agency, Dr. Garba Commends CEPEJ For Its Peace Building Initiative Across Nigeria, Calls for Greater Collaboration to Sustain National Values

Francis Tayor

Abuja____ The Director General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Dr Abari Garba has commended the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, for its peace building initiatives in Nigeria and other parts of Africa.

Dr. Garba gave the commendation in Abuja when he played host to a team of CEPEJ officials, led by the National Coordinator, Comrade Sheriff Mulade who paid him a courtesy visit in his office.

The NOA Director General said CEPEJ activities were not new to the Agency, especially its peace building efforts across the nation. He however expressed the Agency's concern about the challenges of cattle rustling and armed banditry, the incidences of which he said had reduced though there were still flashpoints here and there.

While stressing the need to de-radicalize and reintegrate insurgents into the larger society, Dr. Garba promised that the NOA would deepen its partnership with organisations such as CEPEJ to reach out to Nigerians in the following areas:

1. Advocacy, sensitization and capacity building.

2. Environmental sustainability.

3. Protection of human rights and promotion of good governance.

Earlier, the National Coordinator of CEPEJ, Comrade Mulade Sheriff thanked the Director General and his Directors for hosting the NGO in spite of their tight schedules. He said the purpose of the visit was to cement the NGO's relationship with the Agency and identify areas of partnership ahead of 2020, as well as strengthen bonds particularly in areas of Peace building and good governance.

A presentation on CEPEJ’s activities was done by CEPEJ's  Programmes Manager, Abuja Office, Mrs Nafisat Amadu Abdulmalik who highlighted possible areas of engagement.

She identified some key components of CEPEJ’'s programmes such as Peace building, capacity building and other empowerment programmes, peace and unity quiz and essay competitions, the nonviolence philosophy, educational approach, advocacy for environmental sustainability, peace and unity football tournament, also known as Comrade Sheriff Mulade Peace and Unity Football Cup which is building bonds between Ijaw and Itsekiri in Delta State.

This he said had yielded positive outcomes as community leaders, women and youths of the two ethnic groups could come together in the spirit of sportsmanship.

The CEPEJ team then requested NOA to allow the NGO leverage on the experience and expertise of the Agency, as partners in a project being proposed to the Federal Ministry of Interior towards addressing drug abuse in correctional centres and schools through good governance and security education, considering the rising spate of kidnapping in Nigeria's
educational institutions.

However, Dr. Abari expressly accepted the request and approved collaboration between NOA and CEPEJ.

Amb. Arerebo Urges Nigerian Judiciary To Always Be A Defender Of The Oppressed, As IIA Honours Barr. Obiri Ebilade, Prince Clem Omotoye And Obiri Jonathan As They Are Call To Bar As Solicitors

Amb. Arerebo Urges Nigerian Judiciary To Always Be A Defender Of The Oppressed, As IIA Honours Barr. Obiri Ebilade, Prince Clem Omotoye And Obiri Jonathan As They Are Call To Bar As Solicitors

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The National Coordinator of ljaw lnterest Advocate llA, lzanzan Intellectual Camp, Amb. Yerinmene Arerebo Salaco Jnr, has urged Nigeria Judiciary system to always be a defender of the common man in the street, noting that the court is the last hope and saviour of the oppressed in the society.

Amb. Arerebo give the charge yesterday 11th December, 2019 in Warri, during the occasion of Mini Reception organized by ljaw lnterest Advocate (IIA), in honour of their brothers, Obiri Ebilade (Esq.), Obiri Wenebokefe Jonathan (Esq.) and Prince Clement Omotoye (Esq.) as the trio successfully pass out from the Nigeria Law School, as well as their subsequent call to the Nigerian Bar as Barristers and Solicitors of the supreme court of Nigeria in November this year.

In his opening speech at the occasion, Arerebo said; " It is with the greatest sense of joy that I welcome you all to this epoch making honorary event on behalf of the forever dogged lieutenants of IIA; Izanzan Intellectual Camp. Despite the urgent and impromptu nature of the invitation, you all suspended your very pertinent activities of the day to grant us your presence. We are indeed grateful.

We resolved to set aside this day, to surprise as well as to encourage our dear brothers, friends and newly called Ministers in the Temple of Justice, Obiri Wenebokefe Jonathan Esq, Obiri Ebilade Esq and Prince Clem Omotoye Esq with a Mini Reception for making us proud in the Nigeria Law School.

We are knowledgeable of the fact that, they will never disappoint us regardless of any circumstance they find themselves. As great scholars known for hardwork and diligence, we are very hopeful that they will excel in this profession."

According to him; " We are very confident that even before ascertaining the status of ministers in the temple of justice they have always exhibited admirable sense of objectivity and had placed the rule of law over and above arbitrary and discretionary powers.

We highly trust and believe that they will never compromise their conscience for any reason whatsoever. The defenceless and oppressed will find hope and succour and above all the Nigeria judicial system will enjoy its untainted sanctity with the likes of them.

Even as we congratulate them, we are strongly imploring them to be wide-awake and see themselves as defenders of the oppressed people of Ijaw Nation, Itsekiri Nation and Niger Delta at large while we assure them our persistent thoughts and prayers, he stated."

However, he went further to acknowledge and thank the unquantifiable support of a very great leader that always want to see that young people with Intellectual prowess grow to ascertain their necessity places in the contemporary society by encouraging them morally, educationally and otherwise, Hon. Tito Zuokumor. We say thank you sir.

And indeed the huge support by Senator James Manager, Member Representing Delta South Senatorial District, Rt. Hon Julius Pondi, Member Representing the good People of Burutu Federal Constituency, Barr. Oweilaemi Pereotubo, President IYC, Worldwide, Chief Mr/Mrs Biniebimiekumor Ekomieyefa, Amb. Alapala Anthony Ebitonmo, Hon. James T. Edoukumo, Prince Promise Lawuru and host of others cannot be overemphasize. We are highly grateful.

As I end this speech, I encourage all of us to be steadfast and put more synergy in what we know how to do best to always promote development, unity and harmonious societal co-existence.

Once again I welcome you all to the gathering of celebration of educational success, the statement adds.

Delta NUJ Press Week, Okowa's Aide Daniel Ezekiel Charges Media Practitioners To Be Objective In Reportage, Presents Computer Set To NUJ Asaba

Delta NUJ Press Week, Okowa's Aide Daniel Ezekiel Charges Media Practitioners To Be Objective In Reportage, Presents Computer Set To NUJ Asaba

Francis Tayor

Asaba_____ The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Security Matters, Comrade Daniel Ezekiel has charged the media to always abide in the ethics of journalism, stressing that let objectivity be the watch word of the press because the media is the fourth estate of the realm that is the saviour of the society.

Comrade Ezekiel give the charge yesterday 11th December, 2019 at the occasion of Delta NUJ Press week in Asaba, noted that the media has history of being at the forefront of bodies that fought for the democracy we all are enjoying today. He said the likes of late Dele Giwa and several others paid the supreme price, hence it is important for the media to keep alive the sacrifices of their past heroes, and never allows objectivity to depart from their horizon.

In his words, he said; " As Nigerian media marks its week, l honestly urge the practitioners to keep the ethos, guarding principle and all that makes fourth estate of the realm the Savior of the society alive. The media has history of being at the forefront of  bodies that fought for the democracy we all enjoys today, with the likes of Dele Giwa and several others paying the supreme price. Not forgetting media houses like Punch, Guardian and   Vanguard Newspapers shut down in that epic battle by successive military junta. In all these tribulations and trials, the media remained unwaved, which eventually brought victory song. This spirit is what l urge the media to keep alive, and never allow objectivity to depart from their horizon."

According to him;  these were comrade Ezekiel Daniel words of admonition to full house of press men today in Asaba, Delta state capital. " Three months ago, when SSA visited the Secretariat on a courtesy visit in seeking  support for the administration of our listening Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, especially in the area of keeping the state safe for Deltans. The Chairman of the union, Mr. Mike pleaded with my office to bail out the union with computer to ease their work, which comrade Ezekiel Daniel promised then to provide at the right time. A philosopher once said that a man word should be his bound, this SSA demonstrated today when he walked his talk by providing a full set of computer to the Nigerian Union of journalists members in their Asaba  Secretariat, which brought a resounding scout of joy among all and sundry present, he stated."

In his reaction, the Chairman of NUJ, Mr. Mike who was visibly happy made it known that this is the first time a political appointee since he assumed office as NUJ Chairman will be  showing them this kind of gesture that will for ever remain memorable in the calendar of the union. He went further to pray for comrade Ezekiel Daniel that God will elevate him to more higher position for the betterment of  the people of the state. The chairman went further by saying that SSA performance within his   4months of being in office across the state is visible to all, and he can imagine what SSA will do if given higher and more responsibility, taken into account how he has been able to dazzles all with this little position, Mike concluded.

Amb. Agediga Many Years Of Selfless Services To Humanity Without Govt Office Earns Him To Be Honoured By Delta Ijaw Comrade Community On 21st Dec, Says Princewill

Amb. Agediga Many Years Of Selfless Services To Humanity Without Govt Office Earns Him To Be Honoured By Delta Ijaw Comrade Community On 21st Dec, Says Princewill

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Chairman Publicity/Magazine Committee for the one day Symposium in honour of Amb. Comr. Shedrack Agediga, Executive Director, ED, Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, DESOPADEC, Amb. Binebai Yerin Princewill has revealed why the Delta State Ijaw Comrade Community Is honouring the global peace advocate.

According to Princewill, Chairman of the Publicity/Magazine Committee who hinted journalists on the matter on behalf of the committee members earlier today in Warri, noted that the many years of selfless services to humanity without government office by Agediga earned him this forthcoming honour.
He noted that, members of the publicity committee under his leadership is in constant touch with the central working committee, headed by Comr. Ozobo Austin, stressing that arrangements are on top gear as the comrade family is warming up massively for the day to demonstrate their love to Amb. Agediga, a man described as golden among men.

Amb. Binebai noted that the honour is a special one as it is not politically motivated, adding that it is purely from the hearts of the Ijaw comrades in Delta State to reward a man that has done so much in the lives of youths and the elderly within the Niger Delta and the country at large.
He maintained that the
entire comrade family is very happy on this development, stating that the comrade family that is to award him appears to be so excited, vowing that the entire world will hear about the good deeds of Agediga.

In his words: “The likes of Amb. Comr. Shedrack Agediga is rare in our contemporal politics, here is the story of a man who sacrifices his hard earned resources to the development of mankind without even especting anything in return, he displeases himself just to make others happy.
“Seeing such comrades from different backgrounds coming together to achieve a common purpose which is to honour the Executive Director, ED, Planning, Research and Statistics, PRS DESOPADEC, Amb. Shedrack Agediga speaks volumes about him.

“We have severally sat down to deliberate on his personality and his contributions so far and we all came to the shocking realization that Agediga has been underreported for too long, we came up with this honour as a token of appreciation for what he has been doing for humanity.

“The award we are about to give to him is a tripartite one, Humanitarian, Philanthropy and leadership, he deserves it, many lives have been transformed for the better owing to his philanthropic gestures, he remains a silent achiever and the real boss behind many bosses.

“A Magazine chronicling some of his activities so far will also be made available and a portrait will also be presented to him by the comrade family”.
Nevertheless, it would be recalled that the event which will be taking place on the 21st of December 2019 is venued at the Education Multipurpose Co-operative Society Limited Hall, Emebiren, off Deco Road, Warri in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State by 12pm prompt.

Meanwhile, Binebai asserted that this is the first time ever that comrades within the Ijaw axis in Delta State will be organizing themselves to honour someone in this manner, adding that the comrades are ready for the show as Amb. Agediga has for long deserved this honour.

Professorship Attainment: Committee Of Friends Sets To Organize Thanksgiving/Reception Party In Hounour Of Prof Binebai On 15th December, At Burutu Island

Professorship Attainment: Committee Of Friends Sets To Organize Thanksgiving/Reception Party In Hounour Of Prof Binebai On 15th December, At Burutu Island

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ Committee of Friends of Prof. Benedict Binebai in collaboration with other critical stakeholders in the Niger Delta region will on Sunday 15th December, 2019 organize a Thankgiving/Reception Party in honour of Benedict Binebai on his promotion to the rank of a professor in the Niger Delta University, NDU, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State.

According to the planning Committee of the programme, said the thanksgiving will be taking place at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Burutu Community early in the morning, the reception party will be taking place at the Local government Council pavilion in Burutu by 10:00Am prompt.

However, Dr. Alfred Mulade, Registrar, Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State, Nigeria will be the Chairman of the occasion. While His Royal Majesty, Bosu Dio, JP, Ayamabulou 1, The paramount ruler of Iduwini Kingdom, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State will be the royal father of the day.

Meanwhile, Prof. Samuel G. Edoumiekumo, Vice chancellor, Niger Delta University, NDU, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State will be special guest of honour, as well as Chief Kenneth Donye JP, Chief Executive Officer, CEO Akewa Global Services Nigeria Ltd. is the Chief host.

According to the duo of Hon. Fred Brisibe and Barr. David Otutufegha who spoke to newsmen in their capacities as members of the central working committee of the programme noted that arrangements are on top gear.

It would be recalled that Binebai was recently promoted by the Niger Delta University authority as a professor of Drama, Dramatic Theory and Criticism, a promotion that was hailed massively by family members, friends and well wishers of Prof. Binebai across the globe.

It will interest you to note that, top government functionaries, academic dons within the country and Niger Delta rights activists have all indicated interest to storm Burutu for the historic event on Sunday, the statement adds.

The 2nd Edition Of Ijaw Political Watch Dog Annual Convention To Hold Tomorrow 14th December At Okuemi Hotel Warri, As Pondi, Asupa, Agediga, Amgbaduba, Others To Grace The Event

The 2nd Edition Of Ijaw Political Watch Dog Annual Convention To Hold Tomorrow 14th December At Okuemi Hotel Warri, As Pondi, Asupa, Agediga, Amgbaduba, Others To Grace The Event

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ All is now set for the marking of the second edition of Ijaw Political Whatch Dog lPWD, Annual Convention  slated for this weekend Saturday 14th December, 2019 at Okuemi Hotels, Bendel Estate, Warri Delta State.

The general public, especially Ijaw sons and daughters are hereby invited to come and grace this years convention, noting that there shall be a lot of programmes put together for the overall interest of ljaw Nation development politically in Delta State, and Nigeria at large

According to the National President of the organization, Comrade Akpowaide Paul, stressed that this years event is tagged with the theme: ” The Voice of Ijaw Nation in Nigeria Politics”. He further stated that, the event is to be chaired by a distinguished High Chief. Wellington Bobo from Gbaramantu Kingdom.

The event will feature three lectures on different important topics that will benefit participants. The National President of Ijaw Peoples Development Initiative, IPDI, and a former Delta State House of Assembly aspirant, Comrade Austin Ozobo will present the first lecture on the topic, ” what will be the place of the Ijaws in Nigeria politics in the nearest future.”

The second lecture is to be presented by Prince Perez Bibaikefie, former aspirant Delta State House of Assembly, will be speaking on the topic: "Where is the Ijaw Nation belong to as the fourth largest ethnic group in Nigeria."

While the last lecture of the day would be presented by Dr. Clarkson Aribogha, who will speak  on the topic: ”Unity among Ijaw Leaders”.

The statement further adds that, Special Guests of honour expected at the event includes; Hon. Julius Pondi, member representing Burutu Federal Constituency, Hon Shedrack Agediga, ED DESOPADEC, Hon. Emman Ambgaduba, Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Delta State, Hon. Asupa Forteta, member representing Burutu North in Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, member representing Warri South-West in  Delta State House of Assembly.

Others are, Comr. Daniel Ezekiel, SSA on security, High Chief Afro Biukeme, former Delta state governorship aspirant. Hon. Pullah Ekpotuayerin, member representing Burutu South Constituency in Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Dr. Braduce Amakazi Angozi, former commisioner for Agriculture and former governorship aspirant Delta State.

While Guests of honour includes; Amb. Alapala Ebitonmo, former aspirant DTHA , Hon. Stella Agidee, SSA on Party Liaison, Hon Mrs. Georgina Evah, SSA on Women development, Chief Mrs. Esther Bibiowei aka. Warri Mama, Hon. Godwin Masah, former SA to governor Okowa and a host of other dignitaries too numerous to mention.

Amb. Agediga To Be Honoured With Exemplary Leadership Award On 21st December, As Delta Ijaw Comrade Community Organises Her Maiden Symposium ln Warri

Amb. Agediga To Be Honoured With Exemplary Leadership Award On 21st December, As Delta Ijaw Comrade Community Organises Her Maiden Symposium ln Warri

Francis Tayor

Warri____ As regards to his humanitarian services to the needy in our society, the Executive Director, Planning, Research and Statistics in the board of Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, DESOPADEC, Amb Comr. Shedrack Agediga is to be honoured with Award of exemplary leadership by Delta ljaw Comrade Community for his philanthropic works over the years.

The event which is slated for on the 21st of December, 2019 at the Education Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Limited Hall, Emebiren Street along Deco road Warri, by 12:p.m. would be graced by the Deputy Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Hon. Bashorun Askia Ogieh (MD DESOPADEC) as Special Guests of honour. While Hon. Julius Pondi, the member House Reps representing Burutu Federal Constituency will be the Chairman of the occasion.

According to the programme organizing Committee Chairman, Comrade Austin Ozobo stressed that, there shall be a Symposium with the theme “Transparency, Social Inclusion and mentorship as fundamentals of good leadership: The Shedrack Agediga Example.”

He further stated that, a renowned global peace ambassador cum environmental human rights activist, Amb Comr. Sheriff Mulade will be the guest speaker at the event. While His Royal Majesty, King Elder Capt. Joseph Timiyan JP, the Ebenanawei of Ogulagha Kingdom in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State will be the royal father of the day.

Other dignitaries expected to grace the occasion includes; Delta State Commisioner for youth development, Commisioner for Oil and Gas, Commissioner for information, all Delta State Ijaw House of Assembly members, as well as all ethnic group commissioners. The event is strictly by invitation, the statement adds.

Hon. Kofee Amassuomo Congratulates Delta Monarch, King Johnbull Polokowei On His Presentation Of Staff Of Office

Hon. Kofee Amassuomo Congratulates Delta Monarch, King Johnbull Polokowei On His Presentation Of Staff Of Office

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on investment to the governor of Delta State, Hon. Kofee Ebisine Amassuomo has congratulated His Royal Majesty, king Johnbull Polokowei, the Apiarogun Ongolo 1, Pere of Ogbolubiri Mein Kingdom, on the occasion of presentation of staff of office to him by the executive governor of Delta State, His Excellency,  Dr Sen. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, who was represented by his deputy, Barr Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro.

The auspicious event took place last week Friday 6th of December, 2019 at the kingdom's headquarters, Agbodobiri Town in Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State.

Hon. Kofee made the statement in a Press Release dated 8th December, 2019 stated that, " His Royal Majesty, Pere Johnbull Polokowei was my very good bosom friend. I am very delighted seeing him today being presented staff of office as he ascended to the royal throne as destiny demands. I want to appreciate and thank our amiable governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa for making this day come to reality. My greetings also go to the honorable member representing Burutu North Constituency in Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Asupa Forteta in his efforts to makesure His Royal Majesty was given staff of authority to operate as one of the recognized traditional rulers in Delta State, as well as Nigeria at large."

However, Hon. Kofee pray God to give His Royal Majesty, and the traditional council of chiefs the wisdom and mutual understanding to serve the peace loving people of Ogbolubiri Mein Kingdom.
Long live Apiorogun Ongolo 1, Long live Ogbolubiri Mein Kingdom, Long live Burutu Local Government Area, Long live Delta State, and Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the statement adds.

Clark Ambakederemo Fuludu Under 14 Charity Cup Sets To Kick Off 20th December, As Sales Of Registration Forms Commence Today

Clark Ambakederemo Fuludu Under 14 Charity Cup Sets To Kick Off 20th December, As Sales Of Registration Forms Commence Today

Clarkson Ogo

Warri____ The Clark Fuludu Ambakederemo, CAF, Charity Cup for Under 14 get December 20th as kick off date. The kids tournament is limited to Burutu, Ughelli and Warri local government area to test run the first edition.

All teams are expected to play in different center in their respective local government area and the final will be played in Kiagbodo village.

Overall winner will go home with sixty five thousand naira cash plus gold medals. Second prize fourty thousand naira plus silver medals and third prize goes home with twenty five thousand naira respectively.

Registration forms of five thousand naira are now available to obtain at Warri city staduim.

Contact Mr. Clarkson Ogo on 08026797191 and Mr. Onome Johnbull on 07065428262 for more details on how to purchase registration form.