Delta 2022 Budget: Environmental Taskforce Promises Better Service Delivery With Adequate Funding_Oromoni

Delta 2022 Budget: Environmental Taskforce Promises Better Service Delivery With Adequate Funding_Oromoni

Asaba_____ The Delta State Taskforce on Environment is asking for the sum of three hundred million naira for its activities in the 2022 fiscal year.

The Chairman of the Taskforce, Mr Silvester Oromoni announced this when he led other officials of the agency to defend it 2022 budget estimates before the Hon Ekpotuareyin Pullah led Committee on Environment, Oil and Gas.

Mr Oromoni said the three hundred million sum include one hundred and sixty five million for recurrent expenditure, while one hundred and thirty five is for capital expenditure.

He told the Lawmakers that before now, the agency does not have a capital budget head, saying that the new development was as a result of the nature of its activities.

The Taskforce Chairman said the proposed sum will enable the agency acquire Hilux Pickup Vans in the three zonal offices in Warri, Agbor and Uvwie and the head office in Asaba as well as procurements of towing van for better service delivery.

Mr Oromoni explained that the agency was established in September 2019 to ensure a safe and clean environment and to also generate revenue from environmental laws offenders.

He stated that the agency is in need of a conducive and well equipped office accommodation to facilitate the work and for a better productivity.

Mr Oromoni disclosed that the agency was allocated the sum of eighty million naira in the 2021 budget, saying that the performance was not impressive.

The Taskforce Chairman however expressed optimism that the year 2022 would be better as the economy is gradually picking up with the easing of the effects of Covid 19 pandemic which affected the global economy negatively.

In their remarks, Chairman, Assembly Committee on Environment, Oil and Gas, Hon Ekpotuareyin Pullah and other members, admonished the officials to seek for enactment of relevant law to back the operation of the agency.

The Lawmakers assured the agency of required support in line with the mandate of the committee.

Ogbe-ljoh Youths Give Gov. Okowa 14Day Ultimatum to Fish Out Killers of Pst. Sylvester in Aladja

Ogbe-ljoh Youths Give Gov. Okowa 14Day Ultimatum to Fish Out Killers of Pst. Sylvester in Aladja

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ Prior to the sympathetic gruesome murder of Pst. Sylvester Yerinbide of Ogbe-ljoh by Aladja Community youths last week, the Ogbe-ljoh Warri Kingdom Youth Council, ably led by Comrade. James Etimadimene Seyefa, has issued 14 days ultimatum to the Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Sen Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, Commissioner of Police Delta State, as well as other security agencies to as a matter of urgency fetch out the perpetrators of the destardly act to book for peace to reign between the two communities.

The ultimatum was issued on Friday November 5, at Ogbe-ljoh Community, shortly after emmergency meeting held by the youth council, where they urged the state governor to hold Aladja Community responsible for consistently breaching the Peace Accord agreement signed by both communities last year.

The Ogbe-ljoh youths expressed displeasure over the lakadasical pattern of Gov. Okowa led Delta State Government in handling the Ogbe-ljoh and Aladja communal crises over the years.

The youths noted that despite their total commitment and respect to the Peace Accord agreement, Ogbe-ljoh youths had been a victim to series of attack as well as killing by Aladja Community.

In narrating their ordeal, the Ogbe-ljoh youth President, Seyefa stated that first, Mr. Tailor Ogofugha was murdered by Aladja youths last year in front of his house at Ogbe-ljoh, and now Pst. Sylvester Yerinbide was turtured to death in Aladja on 29th October, 2021, to attend All Night Church Programme.

He said: " We did not retaliate because of the Peace Accord agreement signed. We want the government and the security agencies to note that Ogbe-ljoh youths are not happy with the way they are handling the crisis. Government assured to deal decisively with any Community that breaks the Peace Accord but nothing had been done to that effect since Aladja youths are attacking and killing Ogbe-ljoh youths."

" We had been pushed to the wall. Henceforth, the youths of Ogbe-ljoh cannot fold their hands and watch. Therefore, we the entire youths of Ogbe-ijoh warri kingdom is given the state government, all security agencies and the leadership of Aladja community 14 days ultimatum starting from 6th November, 2021 to provide the killers of Pastor Sylvester Yerinbide or else, we shall avenge his death," Comrade Seyefa added.

Okowa lauds Olu of Warri for commitment to peaceful co-existence

Okowa lauds Olu of Warri for commitment to peaceful co-existence

Asaba___ Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Thursday commended the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, for his commitment to peace and development in the kingdom and their neighbours.

Okowa gave the commendation when he received the monarch who visited him at Government House, Asaba.

He congratulated him on his ascension to the throne of his forebears, and expressed delight on the visit to him by the revered king.

``I am glad that you visited today and as a government, I want to once again congratulate your Majesty on the ascension to the throne.

"I must thank Your Majesty for the coronation thanksgiving service in recognition of the supremacy of God over mortals.

"As we welcome you and your chiefs I look forward to a perfect working relationship with your palace and the kingdom.

"We are hopeful that there is a new dawn in Itsekiri nation and we are hopeful that your majesty is going to pursue the agenda of peace among the various ethnic groups in the state.

"I pray that God gives you the power and wisdom to continue to work for the peace and unity of our country,’’ the governor said and commended the Olu for his promise to work with their neighbours to ensure that Delta was peaceful.

 

According to him, where there is peace, there is development.

Okowa remarked that only God made kings, and urged the people to accept and respect the monarch for the institution he represented.

"God makes kings and we must all accept the king that has been installed by God, and we must respect the king and the institution that he represents.

"Let all the chiefs and people of Itsekiri kingdom work with His Majesty to ensure that peace prevailed in Itsekiri nation, Delta and Nigeria.

"As our nation continues to grapple with security challenges, all Nigerians need to be on bended knees to pray for the peace and development of this country.

"When our religious and traditional rulers are praying for the country and its people, God hears and answers their prayers because they are representatives of the people.

"It is my prayer that under your reign, the Itsekiri nation will have peace and development so that your people will have cause to glorify the name of our God," he said.

Earlier, Atuwatse III had told the governor that his visit was his first official visit outside his Kingdom since his coronation, adding that his delegation was in Asaba on a thank-you-visit to the Governor for his support during his coronation.

He pledged his commitment to peace and shared prosperity between the Ijaws and Urhobos and other ethnic groups in the state.

"Following my coronation on August 21, this year, we have come to Government House today to express the depth of our gratitude for your demonstrated support and respect for the sanctity of our traditional institution, and the entire Itsekiri nation is saying `thank you’.

"It is noteworthy that our visit to you is our first official visit outside the Warri Kingdom, and this confirms the importance our throne and people attach both to your person and your office.

"On our part, we commit to unwavering support for your visionary leadership and your government’s dedicated effort towards repositioning Delta for sustained growth and development.

"As we strive to drive the course of peace and prosperity in Itsekiri land, we are conscious of the greater goal of engendering peaceful co-existence and shared prosperity with our Ijaw and Urhobo neighbours.

"Our special focus is to leverage on the huge potentials which our youths represent and it is our hope that we can engage in a productive partnership with the state government in this endeavour," the Olu stated.

Marital Bliss: Clement sets to Marry Joy on November 13, in Warri

Marital Bliss: Clement sets to Marry Joy on November 13, in Warri

....... lnvite friends, well wishers to grace the occasion

Warri_____ Preparation is on top gear as one of Ayakoromo born illustrious son, Mr. Clement Boboye Osonu, get set to tie the marital knot with his heartbeat, Miss Joy Oke Onakpoma.

The most anticipated white wedding ceremony is slated to take place on Saturday November 13, 2021, at Assemblies Of God Church, Okuokoko Branch 2, Opposite Fresh Ville Hotel Okuokoko, by 10:am.

According to the statement signed by the Groom, Clement said reception will follow immediately after the wedding ceremony at No1, Mosheshe Estate, by Dunamis Church Hall, along Airport road, Effurun Warri, Delta State.

By this notice, the Groom and Bride used this medium to specially invite family members, friends and well wishers to humbly grace the occasion, stressing that God will greatly bless you as you join them to rejoice in their unique day.

However, it will interest you to note that the handsome Groom, Mr. Clement Boboye Osonu, hailed from late. Osonu Ogini family of Ayakoromo Town, in Bututu L.G.A, Delta State.

While the beautiful Bride, Miss. Joy Oke Onakpoma, hailed from late. Christopher Onakpoma family of Orogu Town, in Ughelli North L.G.A, of Delta State, respectively.

Come one, come all, as the latest Couple in awaiting would be highly grateful with your massive turn out at the occasion, the statement added.

South-South Leaders Write Buhari on Akpabio’s Performance

South-South Leaders Write Buhari on Akpabio’s Performance

.......Describe NDDC forensic report as a great boon to the Niger Delta region

Notable leaders in the South-South geo-political zone on Thursday urged youths and women in the Niger Delta region to treat President Muhammadu Buhari and the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio with respect.

The leaders also praised Akpabio for looking after the interests of the Niger Delta people with all diligence.

‘’The firmness and energy of the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Chief Godswill Akpabio, have been admirable’’

In a statement in Port Harcourt, the leaders described the views of the Isoko National Youth Assembly (INYA) and Wailing Women of Niger Delta (WWND) as contradictory and a direct attack on the Federal Government.

‘’Chief Godswill Akpabio is doing all he can decently for the Niger Delta region’’

The statement underscored court cases, studying of the NDDC report and implementation of the recommendations.

 ‘’It is not wise to raise the question of NDDC board appointment or inauguration at this time’’

Signed by the Chairman of South-South Front (SSF), Chief John Harry, the leaders described the NDDC forensic report as a great boon to the Niger Delta region.

They accused the Isoko National Youth Assembly (INYA) and the Wailing Women of Niger Delta (WWND) of working against the speedy development of the Niger Delta region.

‘’Nothing vexes us more than the ill-informed opinion of INYA President, Comrade Amos Etaluku. We are much annoyed at what the President of the Wailing Women of Niger Delta (WWND), Onye Nwadighi, is reported to have said.

The leaders said there was no need for women to march round the streets of Port Harcourt as well as the corporate headquarters of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) naked.

 ‘’The opposition of WWND and INYA to the reforms of the Federal Government in the region is based on unsound reasons’’

The leaders urged INYA and WWND members to back out of nonsense opinion.

‘’Please refuse foolish idea, shameful and destructive activities’’

The statement also emphasized Akpabio’s honest and sagacious opinion on the way forward for the region.

‘’We are satisfied with Akpabio’s performance and have written to thank President Muhammadu Buhari for the steps so far taken’’

The leaders vowed to treat as enemy anyone who should obstruct the development of the region by the current administration.

‘’We must all do our best to promote peace and goodwill in the region. The report of the NDDC forensic audit holds out a good prospect of peace and development’’

Okowa Salutes Jim Ovia At 70

Okowa Salutes Jim Ovia At 70

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Thursday, congratulated banking legend and Chairman, Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Jim Ovia, on his 70th birth anniversary.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, Okowa said that Ovia’s sterling contribution to the great revolution in the banking industry in Nigeria was inspiring and worthy of commendations.

He stated that the Zenith Bank Chairman had through his benevolence, contributed immensely in making life better for Deltans and other Nigerians.

The governor described the septuagenarian as a consummate corporate personality, outstanding patriot, highly de-trabilised statesman and exceptional administrator who had inspired many Nigerians to success in many endeavours.

He said ``on behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate an illustrious son of Delta, a great Nigerian and patriot, indefatigable statesman and banking personified, Mr Jim Ovia, on the occasion of his 70th birth anniversary.

“Since Jim Ovia founded Zenith Bank Plc in 1990, he remains one of the greatest contributors to the banking revolution in Nigeria and Africa.

“For us in Delta, we are proud of his outstanding accomplishments and avowed commitment to making life better for our people.

“On this auspicious occasion, I join your family, staff of Zenith Bank, business associates and well-wishers to celebrate with you on this deserving landmark anniversary.

“It is my prayer that God will continue to bless you with good health, abundant resources and sound mind to sustain your philanthropy and service to humanity and our nation.”

Otuaro Salutes Angozi on Birth Anniversary, Describes him as a dear brother and friend

Otuaro Salutes Angozi on Birth Anniversary, Describes him as a dear brother and friend

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ As the former Executive Chairman of Burutu Local Government Council as well as one time Commissioner for Agriculture of Delta State, Chief Dr. Braduce Amakazi Angozi clocks plus one today, the inccubent Deputy Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Barr (Dcn.) Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, with his family and political associates has join other friends and well wishers to celebrate and wished him Happy Birthday on his birth anniversary.

Otuaro, through his facebook account in the morning of Thursday 4th November, 2021, described Angozi as a dear brother and friend, wishing him a fruitful birthday celebration.

He further pray God to keep him strong alive to see many more years ahead, the statement added.

According to the statement, read:

"Today, on behalf of my family and political associates, I  wish a dear brother and friend, Chief Dr. Braduce Angozi, a very fruitful birthday celebration. It's my wish and prayer for God to keep you strong to see many more years ahead, in Jesus name. 

Once again, Congratulations", Otuaro stated.

However, it will interest you to note that, Dr. Braduce Angozi, is one of the Governorship aspirant in the forthcoming 2023 gubernatorial election in the State.

Comr. Gilor to Bury late. Mother November 27 in Delta, lnvite Friends, Well Wishers

Comr. Gilor to Bury late. Mother November 27 in Delta, Invites Friends, Well Wshers

The Families Of Kareem Aiyede Of Ijebu-ode Local Government Area Of Ogun State. Boro Royal Family Of Akugbene Town And Tekeme Family Of Ogbein-Ama Town In Bomadi LGA Delta State With Heart Full Of Grief But With Gratitude To The Almighty Father, Announce The Demise Of Their Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister, Nephew,   Cousin And Aunt. Late Mrs Akpaboere Paulina Aiyede (Nee Ogu)

We humbly request the pleasure of your presence to the Burial Ceremony of our Beloved Mother, Late Mrs AKPABOERE PAULINA AIYEDE (NEE OGU) who slept in the Lord on the 30th of August, 2021

 Burial Arrangement:

Traditional Wake-Keeping (Afternoon & Night) Saturday 27th November, 2021 @ Donebebode Quarters Of Akugbene Town Bomadi LGA Delta State

Music To Be Supply By:

Sir. Moses Mercy (aka Junior Izon-ebi)

We look forward to your amiable presence and support. 

Signed:

Comrade Kelly Gilor,

CEO/Publisher ljaw Voice Newspaper

Just-ln: Obi Cubana Released After 24hrs Interrogation by EFCC

Just-ln: Obi Cubana Released After 24hrs Interrogation by EFCC

The Anambra popular socialite and business mogul, Obinna Iyiegbu, fondly goes by the name Obi Cubana, has been released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Obi Cubana, who was earlier arrested on Monday and taken to the headquarters of the EFCC at Jabi, Abuja.

He said that he was released at about 1 p.m. today Tuesday 2nd November, 2021.

The socialite is believed to be answering a case that hitches on alleged money laundering and tax fraud.

Recall that an EFCC source had told BBC Pidgin that the businessman was not arrested as widely reported.

The socialite was invited two weeks ago but only showed up yesterday, November 1, the source said.

“We did not arrest Obi Cubana. We had invited him over to our office two weeks ago, which he only showed up yesterday around 11am in our office at Wuse Zone 6 Abuja”

Meanwhile, Abba Bichi, the son of the director-general of the State Security Service, SSS, faulted the arrest of Obinna Iyiegbu, aka Obi Cubana, by EFCC.

Abba, a soccer buff and partygoer, posted Obi Cubana’s picture with the title: “A man of honour and dignity” on his verified Instagram page.

PDP Will Take Back Power from APC in 2023, Says Sen. Ayu

PDP Will Take Back Power from APC in 2023, Says Sen. Ayu

Senator. Iyorchia Ayu, the newly elected National chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) has said the party is ready to take back power from the All Progressives congress, APC.

Ayu said this after he emerged as the Party’s new chairman in the early hours of Sunday at the national convention in Abuja.

Ayu giving quit notice to the APC said: “The PDP is back. We are determined. The other one is a contraption.

PDP did it before, we will do it again. This is a quit notice to the other party. We are taking back the country. We will develop the country.”

The PDP chairman promised to unite Nigeria and move the country ahead.

“In two weeks time, you will see the power that will come back in PDP in every state. A small group of people decided to divide Nigeria. We will unite the country and move ahead to develop this country,”.

EFCC Grips Obi Cubana on Alleged Money Laundering, Tax Fraud

EFCC Grips Obi Cubana on Alleged Money Laundering, Tax Fraud

Popular socialite and businessman, Obinna Iyiegbu, aka Obi Cubana, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for money laundering. 

The Anambra-born club owner,  who arrived the headquarters of the EFCC at Jabi, Abuja, at about noon on Monday, is currently being interrogated by operatives of the commission.

Though allegations against the socialite were sketchy as of press time, a source disclosed that his case borders on alleged money laundering and tax fraud.

The source said, “Obi Cubana was arrested and brought to the EFCC headquarters on Monday afternoon over allegations of money laundering and tax fraud. He is being grilled by detectives as we speak.”

The  EFCC spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren, said he has yet to be briefed on the development.

Obi Cubana made headlines in July  when he hosted an ostentatious burial for his mother in Oba, Anambra State, in which over 200 cows were reportedly killed.

The lavish display of wealth set tongues wagging with many Nigerians wondering about his source of wealth.

Several celebrities, business people and politicians turned out in large numbers for the funeral.

Environmental Sanitation: Mobile Court Prosecute Defaulters ln Warri

Environmental Sanitation: Mobile Court Prosecute Defaulters ln Warri 

As the compulsory Delta State monthly Environmental Sanitation exercise held yesterday 30th October, 2021 across the state, the Chief Magistrate of Warri, E.V. Tunde Smooth (Mrs), has prosecuted over thirty defaulters for disobeying the Environmental Sanitation Law. 

The Mobile Court was set up at Estate Roundabout, near Okere market in Warri South Local Government Area of the State, in order to immediately try and prosecute residents who defaults during the environmental sanitation working hours between 7:am-10:am. 

Briefing the presiding judge, the Prosecutor, Mrs. Obire Rachael, who is a Principal Environmental Health Superintendent attached to the Delta State Taskforce on Environmental, stated that the persons arrested where seen wandering in the street during the environment sanitation hour. 

"They where suppose to be at home cleaning their surroundings within 7:am-10:am to observe the Delta state government compulsory monthly environmental sanitation order but they disobeyed," she added. 

In her reaction, the presiding Judge at the Mobile Court, E.V. Tunde Smooth (Mrs.), interrogated the various defaulters brought before her to know the reasons they where seen wandering around the street during the environmental sanitation hour. 

Many of them pretended to be ignorant of the exercise. Some pleaded guilty while others gave excuses of going to the hospital because of ill health. 

At the end of proper interrogation, the Chief Magistrate Warri, with her prerogative power cautioned and set free those who pleaded guilty, having asked them to clean up the Estate Roundabout premises as well as nearby drainage as punishment. 

She further issued a fine to some defaulters who claimed not guilty to pay having found them liable. 

Meanwhile, the team of the State Taskforce on Environment led by Hon. Sylvester Oromoni, where fully on ground to strictly monitor the exercise from 7am-10am. 

However, in this month's exercise, there was a massive turn out by residents in Warrri, Uvwie and Udu area to observe the mandatory monthly Environmental Sanitation exercise. 

Moreover, some motorists, such as Keke drivers, private commuters plying the routes where forced to park their vehicles and join the state taskforce team to observe the mandatory environmental sanitation exercise before they where asked to go at the expiration of the working time frame.

PDP Ready to Rescue & Rebuild Nigeria_Atiku Abubakar

PDP Ready to Rescue & Rebuild Nigeria_Atiku Abubakar

Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar said: "The PDP fought inflation to single digit and stabilised the foreign exchange market which the APC destroyed with its cluelessness and incompetence.

"All through my life, I have never seen our dear country in such a bad shape. We have become so disunited, with so much unemployment and insecurity in the country.

"Nigeria is now at a precipice because of lacklustre performance of the APC, but we now have the chance to atone for the mistakes of our past leadership, a chance to steer our country to its right position in the comity of nations.

"As humans, none of us is perfect and we will continue to strive to make our country better for the good of all Nigerians.

"The APC has proven itself to be incompetent and we are now ready to rescue, restore and rebuild the foundation of our beloved country.

"We have a collective aspiration to return Nigeria to the path of growth and development and I call on all members of our party and indeed, all well-meaning citizens of our great country to join us in this struggle."

Iyorchia Ayu Emerges PDP Chairman

Iyorchia Ayu Emerges PDP Chairman 

Former President of the Senate, Senator Iyorchia Ayu from Benue State emerges the new National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after he was duly elected by the delegates of the Party.

Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State and his colleagues elected on the platform of the PDP were on ground to witness the announcement of the elective convention results in solidarity with Senator Ayu and other newly elected National Officers of the Party.

See the full list of the newly-elected national officials of the main opposition party below:

National Chairman – Iyorchia Ayu

Deputy National Chairman (North) – Umar Damagum (Contested)

Deputy National Chairman (South) – Taofeek Arapaja (Contested)

National Secretary – Samuel Anyanwu (Unopposed)

National Treasurer – Ahmed Mohammed (Unopposed)

National Organising Secretary – Umar Bature (Unopposed)

National Financial Secretary – Daniel Woyegikuro (Unopposed)

National Women’s Leader – Professor Stella Effah-Attoe (Unopposed)

National Youth Leader – Muhammed Suleiman (Contested)

National Legal Adviser – Kamaldeen Ajibade (Unopposed)

National Publicity Secretary – Debo Ologunagba (Unopposed)

National Auditor – Okechuckwu Daniel (Unopposed)

Deputy National Secretary – Setoji Kosheodo (Unopposed)

Deputy National Treasurer – Ndubisi David (Unopposed)

Deputy National Publicity Secretary – Ibrahim Abdullahi (Unopposed)

Deputy National Organising Secretary – Ighoyota Amori (Unopposed)

Deputy National Financial Secretary – Adamu Kamale (Unopposed)

Deputy National Women’s Leader – Hajara Wanka (Unopposed)

Deputy National Youth Leader – Timothy Osadolor (Unopposed)

Deputy National Legal Adviser – Okechukwu Osuoha (Unopposed)

Deputy National Auditor – Abdulrahman Mohammed (Unopposed)