Take Your Studies Seriously, Engr. Richmond Charges Gbaramatu Students, As Okerenkoko Federated Welders/Fitters Association Donates Learning Materials To Schools In Gbaramatu Kingdom

Take Your Studies Seriously, Engr. Richmond Charges Gbaramatu Students, As Okerenkoko Federated Welders/Fitters Association Donates Learning Materials To Schools In Gbaramatu Kingdom

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ The joy of pupils and students of Oporoza, Okerenkoko, Egwa and Jones Creek communities in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State knows no bound yesterday as Okerenkoko Federated Welders/Fitters Association (OWFA) donates thousands of learning materials worths millions of naira for them.

The surprise event took place on Monday when the Okerenkoko Federated Welders/Fitters Association Executives led by the Coordinating Chairman, Engr. Odu Richmond tour round the above mentioned schools to distribute the items including; 80/60leave exercise notebooks, mathematical sets as well as diaries for both students, teachers, principals and headmasters of the various benefiting schools.

Speaking during presentation of the items, the Coordinating Chairman, Engr. Odu Richmond who also doubles as the Chairman of Akpata Ekpemu Welders and Fitters, said the reason for the gesture is to support and encourage pupils and students in the riverine communities academically. He noted that the economy of Nigeria is so bad that most parents hardly provide learning materials for their children.

" This is a little way of the Association in contributing their quota to encourage and support serious minded students in Gbaramatu Kingdom. This is just the beginning, more good things are coming for our students. I want to urged the benefiting pupils and students to make judicious use of the items presented to them. Take your academic studies seriously because you are the leaders of this great country Nigeria tomorrow, he stated.

In her response, a teacher in Okerenkoko Secondary School, Mrs. Uttoh Endurance Ewo,  on behalf of the Principal thank and appreciated the benevolence kind gesture of Okerenkoko Federated Welders/Fitters Association for donating such huge learning materials for the school. She further pray God to bless the Association financially so that they can do more and further extends the kind gesture to accommodate more schools in Gbaramatu Kingdom, the statement adds.

However, amongst members of the Association present at the occasion includes; Engr. Odu Richmond, the Coordinating Chairman, Engr. Isaac Oluba, Engr. Anderson Oturubo, Engr. Mike Governor, Engr. Glory Boukan, Engr. Blessing Fianka, Engr. Frank Aboh, Engr. Frank Orimola, Engr. Elvis Governor, Engr. Sharp Timbor, Engr. Kpenfi among others.

Obotebe Annual Festival: Jking Ezon-ebi, Ezonfade Bouy To Thrill Guests as King Etopo, Tunde Smooth, Others Sets To Storm Obotebe Awouzi-Owu Festival On 15th February, 2020

Obotebe Annual Festival: Jking Ezon-ebi, Ezonfade Bouy To Thrill Guests as King Etopo, Tunde Smooth, Others Sets To Storm Obotebe Awouzi-Owu Festival On 15th February, 2020

Francis Tayor

Warri____ All is now set for the 2020 edition of the popular Obotebe Awouzi-owu festival in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, as the day for the magnificent cultural display and exhibition draws closer.

According to our source confirmed that Ijaw high life music maestros, Junior King Alfred Ezon-ebi and the Ogugboun of Umbi Kingdom, Minister Ezonfade Bouy will thrill guests at the event with scintillating tunes  amidst other side attractions.

Junior King, the Wabu crooner will be live on stage on Saturday, 15th February in the aftermath of the Awouziowu masquerade display. While Minister Ezonfade will take the stage on Sunday February 16th, to draw the curtain close of the festival.

A plethora of dignitaries consisting of the who-is-who in Burutu Local Government Area and beyond would be led by the paramount ruler of Obotebe Kingdom, HRM. Emmanuel Warewinini Arikawei, Ogisi 1, is billed for Royal Father of the Day.

The development driven Traditional Ruler would be accompanied by the Chief Host of the event, Double Chief. Tunde Smooth, the Bulouwei of Obotebe Kingdom and Chief. Ebime-ere Daki Seibi, the Awoukere-ere of Obotebe Kingdom as Mother of the Day.

The statement further adds that, General Dennis Gawei will be the Chairman of the occasion while Mrs. Felicia Akasa will be the Chairlady during the event.

Mr. Austin Erekefe Owei,  president of Okoso-otu Owubou disclosed that series of activities have been lined out as side attractions during and after the Awouziowu masquerade display.

Meanwhile, Mr. Kenebra Godspower,  President of Obotebe Youths revealed that the body have concluded plans to set the ball rolling as DJ Dibala and company will will kick start the event on Friday February 14th, the eve of the Awouziowu festival, courtesy of the youth executives of Obotebe kingdom.

Just-In: Ogulagha Sub Youth Body Elects New Leadership, As Comrade Abel Johnson, Engr. Rufus Makazi Emerges Clan President And Asst. Secretary

Just-In: Ogulagha Sub Youth Body Elects New Leadership, As Comrade Abel Johnson, Engr. Rufus Makazi Emerges Clan President And Asst. Secretary

Burutu____ There was massive jubilation in Ogulagha community and the entire kingdom as Comr. Abel Johnson Inaibo and Engr. Makazi Rufus silas emerged winners in a landslide victory at the poll on the 3rd of feb, 2020.
The Electoral process was covered by a top Reporter of COASTAL TIMES NEWS.

The Duo who contested for the (Clan President) and (Assistant Secretary General) won the election in a peaceful, free and fair election

Comr. Abel Johnson Inaibo who pulls 28 votes over his fellow contestant Mr. Ofoumeneghan Pepper Etuatongha who pulls 7 votes.

The result was announced by the Electoral Chairman Comr. Tare Peanock at the venue OGULAGHA COMMUNITY SECRETARIAT after a successful process.

Comr. Anthony Okilo Waterwei President Ogulagha youth association in his brief speech thanked the Executive Chairman Ogulagha community Mr. Johnbull Ogobiri, Elders forum Ogulagha community, The Security agencies; The DPO Burutu LGA,  DSS Burutu LGA,  The Navy OIC, The Army Intelligent officer forcados terminal, the Seven (7) quarter Chairman Ogulagha community, the Women Executives Ogulagha Community, the Executive Chairman Burutu Local govt council Hon. Godknows Angele, the Councillor Representing ward 19 Hon. Gbabojor Guwor and Ogulagha kingdom Opinion leaders for their support, to create the enabling environment for the smooth process while he charges all the youths to be law abiding and become ambassadors of peace in their respective pursuit to fast track the needed development in our various communities and kingdom at large.

Comr. Anthony also advice the newly elected (Clan president) and (Clan Asst secretary general) elect to emulate the virtues of true leadership as they discharged their respective duties.

The Ogulagha youth association and members also thanked out going president of OKYC, Hon. Justice Timiadi Akuna for a successful three (3) years single tenure for his contributions as he takes a bow on the expiration in office on the 11th of February 2020.

speaking to the press, the Clan president elect Comr. Abel Johnson Inaibo thanked God almighty for making this day a reality, and thanked the Good people of ogulagha community, well wishers and observers for entrusting him with the apex responsibility and promise to maintain law and order in the kingdom, worthy to note Comr. Abel had charged the people for a peaceful coexistence, love among us and challenge all multinational companies operating in ogulagha kingdom to live up to expectation and to embrace and engaged the host kingdom in an all inclusive policies, while he thanked The Paramount Ruler HRM. Elder Capt. JOSEPH .I. TIMIYAN (JP) (Torububou 1, (AGBONU) THE EBENANAOWEI OF OGULAGHA KINGDOM AND OGULAGHA KINGDOM TRADITIONAL COUNCIL OF CHIEFS for their royal blessing and support.

Finally, the swearing in  ceremony date will be communicated shortly at Sokebolou Community.

Longlive: Ogulagha kingdom
Longlive: Delta state
Longlive: Federal Republic of Nigeria.

For an unbehalf of Ogulagha Youth Association.

Sign
Comr. Anthony Okilo Waterwei
President Ogulagha youth association.

Sign.
Comr. Denyefa job Torke
Secretary general Ogulagha youth association

Sign.
Comr. Kennedy Diribiwei

Birthday Felicitation: Comrade Stanley Governor Celebrates Hon. George Ekpemupolo On Birth Anniversary, Describes Him As An Inspirational Leader With Heart Of Gold

Birthday Felicitation: Comrade Stanley Governor Celebrates Hon. George Ekpemupolo On Birth Anniversary, Describes Him As An Inspirational Leader With Heart Of Gold

Francis Tayor

Warri____ As part of his love and respect for a nice boss, Comrade Stanley Governor has join other well wishers to felicitate with the former two term Chairman of Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. George Ekpemupolo on the occasion of his Birth Anniversary.

Comrade Stanley, who works directly under George Ekpemupolo describes him as an inspirational leader with heart of gold that have put a lot smiles on the faces of his workers without discrimination over the years. He said God in heaven does not come down to help people, rather he uses selfless amazing leaders like George Ekpemupolo to fulfilled ones dream in life.

According to Governor, said; " I am so privileged to have been given the opportunity to work under such a great and amazing leader like you sir. God doesn’t come down from heaven to help people; he does it through amazing people like you."

" You have been such an inspirational leader to my colleagues and me. As you celebrate this wonderful day, it’s my prayer that God will open the gates of heaven and shower upon you unlimited blessings.

Dear boss, it is rare opportunity to tell you how lucky I am to have a sweet and wonderful person like you as my boss and friend. As you celebrate your Big Day, I pray for your everlasting happines.

A very big thanks to you boss, for always bringing out the best in me and making me succeed in my career. No words can express how much I appreciate all the support you have shown me over the years. Happy birthday, and thank you for everything you have done in my life. Congratulations and have a wonderful birth anniversary like never before, the statement adds."

IYC: Alaowei Lawuru Throws Weight Behind Ozobo For IYC Eleco Chairman, Says He Has The Pedigree To Conduct Transparent Election

IYC: Alaowei Lawuru Throws Weight Behind Ozobo For IYC Eleco Chairman, Says He Has The Pedigree To Conduct Transparent Election

Francis Tayor

Warri____ Prior to the general acceptance of Comrade Austin Ozobo for the position of Eleco Chairman ljaw Youth Council, a renowned Niger Delta freedom fighter cum philanthropist, Double Chief. Promise Lawuru has join his voice to other well meaning ljaw sons and daughter to nominate and endorsed him for the position.

Speaking to new men in warri today Friday, the Egbema born philanthropist noted that Austin Ozobo has all it takes to Chairman and conduct transparent lYC election for ljaw nation. He stressed that if it is by qualification, Ozobo is unbeatable for ljaw national assignment based on his patriotic and selfless services to ljaw nation over the years.

According to Lawuru, said;" Ozobo have the pedigree and the characteristics to handle every transparent election.

My few years knowing Ozobo I came to understand integrity is more costly than material gains. Ozobo is one that believed he belong to everybody and belongs to nobody.

If it's qualifications that is required, then Ozobo is unbeatable for the national assignment.

Money is what Ozobo don't have like every other person's vying to oversee the affairs of the forthcoming Ijaw Youth Council election. And integrity is what the others persons don't have like Ozobo.

I REMAIN ALAOWEI PROMISE LAWURU, PRESIDENT EGBEMA BROTHERHOOD (EBH), he stated. "

IYC: Coalition Of Western Zone ljaw Youths Endorses Austin Ozobo For IYC Eleco Chairman, Appeals To ljaw Critical Stakeholders To Adopt Him

Press Statement

7th February, 2020

IYC: Coalition Of Western Zone ljaw Youths Endorses Austin Ozobo For IYC Eleco Chairman, Appeals To ljaw Critical Stakeholders To Adopt Him

We Western Zone Ijaw Youths humbly appealing to the founders and stakeholders IYC Worldwide to finally adopt Hon. Comr/Prince Ozobo Austin as a Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide ELECO Chairman, as the Congress is fast approaching on the 20th of February, 2020.

Hon. Comr/Prince Ozobo Austin is known as liberator of Ijaw nation and a man with so much great potentials and divine wisdom to handle matters beyond reasonable doubts. Everyone in Ijaw nation knows the level of his committment to Ijaw issues being  transparent, reliable and credible.

He is someone who has great passion to fight for the upliftment of Ijaw nation. There is no issue in Ijaw Nation or Niger Delta that Hon. Comr/Prince Ozobo Austin will not be able to handle successfully.

Take a look at his concerns on recent developments in Ijaw nation, the bombardment of Gbaramatu kingdom, Maritime University, Crisis amongst Ijaws in Edo state, Military invasion of Ayakoromo, Bilabiri, Letugbene, Amatu, Ajapa, Ajakuruama Communities and the killings of an innocent lady by a careless and drunked naval officer at Bayelsa State at club 64 and we see how quickly Hon. Comr/prince Ozobo Austin reacted and demanded justices from Federal government for the death of that lady.

Hon.Comr/Prince Ozobo Austin is so focused, having the spirit of determination to ensure that Ijaw Nation be number one in this country.

The great body of MEINBUTUS nominating Hon.comr/prince Ozobo Austin as IYC Eleco Chairman is very accurate and fantastic. Leaders of Ijaw nation should adopt him finally for IYC Eleco Chairman worldwide.

High Chief. Government Oweizide Ekpomopolo aka Tomoplo, King Ateke Tom, Super Comrade. Joseph Evah, Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo, Gen. Ben Ebikabowei alias Boyloaf and other notable Ijaw Leaders know the dodggedness, the uncompromising stands and the capacity of Hon.comr/prince Ozobo Austin in this our dispensation in terms of leadership demonstration.

He has fought many battles for Ijaw nation and individuals and they can testify of it.

We call on Ijaw Nation to appoint credible person such as Ozobo Austin, a man who will not compromise the interest of Ijaw nation to conduct the IYC general election.

Thank you for your anticipated cooperations.

Signed :

Comrade Paul Akpowaide, National President Ijaw Political watchdog Organization, IPWD.

Comrade Buku Ebulou, President Ijaw Unity Watch, IPUW.

Comrade Victor Yola, President Ijaw Unemployed Youths, IUY.

Comrade Rex Tebela , President Ijaw People United Assembly, IPUA.

Comrade Samson AZIGBEOTU, President National Association Of Burutu Local Government Students, NABLGAS.

Comrade Emmanuel Keneware, CEO/Publisher CreekVoice.

Comrade Sunny Pereotubo Abraka, President Ijaw Unity Watchdog, IUWD.

Comrade Mingo Friday , President Egbema voice.

Comrade Olu Priye , President Edo Ijaw
Political Assembly.

Rt. Hon.Gbriel Patterson unyeowaji, Secretary General, Niger Delta Progressive youths Leadership Foundation (NDPYLF).

Ayakoromo For Christ: Mountain Of Authority Ministry To Hold 3Days Holy Ghost Power All Night Crusade On 18th-20th February At Ayakoromo, Invites The General Public

Ayakoromo For Christ: Mountain Of Authority Ministry To Hold 3Days Holy Ghost Power All Night Crusade On 18th-20th February At Ayakoromo, Invites The General Public

Francis Tayor

Warri____ All is now set for the HOLY MOUNTAIN OF AUTHORITY a.k.a. Arene of Deliverance to hold 3 Days Holy Ghost Power all night crusade in Delta State.

According to the General Overseer of the ministry, Prophet. K.A. Anthony, said the 3Days Holy Ghost Power All night crusade is holding on the 18th-20th February, 2020 at Ayakoromo Community in Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State.

The statement further adds that the crusade is 'tagged' with the Theme: "The God Of Open Door" (Mat.7:7).

Featuring:
* Deliverance of The Oppressed.
* Breaking of Evil Curses/ Chains.
* Financial Breakthrough and many more.

Ministering is the presiding pastor and General Overseer (G.O.), Mountain of Authority Ministry lnternational lncorporated, annointed servant of God, Prophet. K.A. Anthony (Host).

Guest Speaker, Apst. Honey Kokole of Jesus the Savior Deliverance Ministry, Ayakoromo.

Venue: Ayakoromo Community, Burutu L.G.A. Delta State.

Date: 18th-20th February, 2020.

Time: 5.00.PM-2.00.AM Daily.

However, all sons and daughters of Ayakoromo Federated Community as well as the general public is hereby this announcement invited to attend the all power holy ghost all night crusade in order to pray for good things to come the community, the statement added.

Come one, Come all, Shallom.

Ayakoromo Bridge: Release Fund Now For The Bridge To Avoid Shutdown Of Govt House Asaba, Ijaw Rights Group, Ayakoromo Youths Tells Gov. Okowa

Ayakoromo Bridge: Release Fund Now For The Bridge To Avoid Shutdown Of Govt House Asaba, Ijaw Rights Group, Ayakoromo Youths Tells Gov. Okowa 

Francis Tayor

Warri____ As regards the appeal of His Excellency, Senator. Ifeanyi Okowa through his information commissioner, Mr. Charlse Aniagwu, alleging that funds had been appropriated for the completion of the abandoned Ayakoromo bridge, the group and the aggrieved community youths had jettison the proposed mass action, arising from an enlarged meeting held in Warri comprising the leadership of Ijaw Rights Group, the Ijaw People's Development Initiative, IPDI, and Ayakoromo Community Youths.

Speaking to newsmen, Comrade Ozobo Austin national president of IPDI and Mayor Timi Ogobiri Spokesperson had said they had decided to jettison the planned mass action which was to be held at the Delta State government house over the abandoned bridge project slated on 30th January, 2020, following the appeal by His Execellency Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, indicating commitment for the speedy completion of the bridge project.

The community and Civil Society group added "it is our warning that Dr Ifeanyi Okowa should not play politics with Ayakoromo community bridge project as regards its importance and that fund alledged to have been appropriated for the project be released now or atmost the first quarter of the budgetary year to avert shutdown Of Government House, Asaba.

"It worthy of note that Ayakoromo bridge is a choice project. A project with much economy benefits.  It is the only capital project in the whole of Burutu LGA. No well meaning Government will abandoned such a project, considering its economy importance. Dr Ifeanyi Okowa should release fund now for the bridge to avoid shutdown of Government house, Asaba"

According to the Aggrieved Stakeholders"The protest has not been call off, but this is a temporal ceasefire to enable the Government release fund now or atmost the first quarter of the budgetary year for the project and that the protest will continue for any failure of the Government to release fund before March ending"

2020 Party Congresses, PDP Commences Sales Of Nomination Forms, Urges Aspirants To Be Peaceful And Orderly

Press Release

2020 Party Congresses, PDP Commences Sales Of Nomination Forms, Urges Aspirants To Be Peaceful And Orderly

Francis Tayor

Abuja____ In line with Section 47(1) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Constitution (2017 as amended) all Party Officers shall hold offices for a term of four years.

The four-year tenure of many State Executives shall be expiring at various times this year having been elected in 2016.

The Party shall therefore, be holding Congresses to elect new Executives at the State and Zonal Levels.

Following the approval by National Executive Committee (NEC) at its 88th Meeting, the time-table and Schedule of Activities for the year 2020 Congresses are now operational.

The Sale of Forms for the Congresses commenced today Wednesday February 05, 2020 at the National Secretariat.  All aspirants are therefore, advised to purchase  their Nomination Forms from the National Secretariat of the Party.

Since millions of our teaming supporters, Party Members and Stakeholders across the Nation would be involved, it has become necessary for me, on behalf of the National Working Committee (NWC), to encourage all our Members to see the year 2020 Congresses as yet another opportunity to show the world, that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is not only the largest Party in Africa, but a Party of rules and due process.  The Leadership of the Party enjoins us all to be orderly, peaceful and Law abiding.

Let all aspirants campaign freely, ensure compliance with all constitutional provisions, maintain absolute decorum and avoid unwholesome behaviours that are capable of impugning on the integrity of the processes.  Remember the exercise is a family affair.

I wish us all successful Congresses.

Col Austin Akobundu (rtd). National Organizing Secretary.

Amb. Mulade Charges President Buhari To Use Recovered Abacha Loots Of $308M To Develop Oil Producing Communities In Niger Delta

Amb. Mulade Charges President Buhari To Use Recovered Abacha Loots Of $308M To

Develop Oil Producing Communities In Niger Delta

Francis Tayor

Abuja____ A Niger Delta born Peace and Environmental Advocate, Comrade Sheriff Mulade has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to use the recovered $308M Abacha's loots to develop the neglected oil producing communities in the Niger Delta Region.

Comrade Mulade, National Coordinator of the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), who made the clarion call in Abuja advised that the recovered $308m Abacha's loots should be channelled to the development of oil producing communities across the Federation, especially core states like Delta, Bayelsa and River States.

According to him, the recovered funds were proceeds from oil exploration activities from the oil communities particularly from Akwa Ibom, Delta, Bayelsa and River States during the period General Abacha was Head of State, adding that; "So the funds should be majorly used for infrastructural and human capital development of the people and the region to give them sense of belonging".

"We should not repeat the same mistake a second time. Using the recovered funds for the construction of Lagos - Ibadan expressway, Abuja - Kano expressway and Second Niger bridge is a misplaced priority and an act of injustice to the oil producing communities and States", he added.

The funds, he said, should be used mainly for the construction of projects that will create employment to reduce youth restiviness and engage the armed of youths in areas such as Marine Fisheries/ Aquacultural industries, Marine Forest Management Institutions and construction of roads and bridges linking towns and villages in the Coastal communities of the region.

Comrade Mulade made this appeals following the Federal Government planned to use the recovery funds $308m from former Head of State, Late General Sani Abacha for the construction of Lagos - Ibadan expressway, Abuja - Kano expressway and Second Niger bridge. which is a welcome development.

But he appealed to President Buhari to include Niger Delta Coastal oil bearing communities where the funds in question were majorly extracted from and should be the focus and target for the developmental strides of President Buhari

In his words; "If the fund is used for the infrastructural and human capital development of the oil bearing Communities, it will boost the marine economic growth and help alleviate poverty from the coastal communities."

He appealed to President Buhari not to allocate or share the fund to any Developmental Agencies in the Niger Delta Region rather the Federal Government should apply them directly to avoid corruption, he stated.

Gov. Okowa's Aide On Sucurity, Ezekiel Visits 1st Sector Command Effurun, Calls For Military Community Mutual Relationship

Gov. Okowa's Aide On Sucurity, Ezekiel Visits 1st Sector Command Effurun, Calls For Military Community Mutual Relationship

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor of Delta State on Security, Comrade Ezekiel Daniel in the early hours of today visited the Sector 1
Commander Operation Delta Safe, 3Batallion Effurun Barracks, Mr. MHB. Manu to synergize for a peaceful society across the State.

Speaking at the meeting that lasted for an hour, the governor's aide commended the Nigerian army for their wonderful peace keeping work across Delta, charging the military to sustain the tempo. Comrade Ezekiel stressed that the military should establish a mutual understanding within the communities they operate by providing free medical services to the people. He said by doing that, there would be a mutual relationship between the military and the people, thereby enhancing the military  access to adequate information in order to enable them combat crime effectively within the vicinity, he stated.

In his reaction, the Sector 1 Commander Operation Delta Safe Effurun Barracks, Mr. MHB. Manu, appreciated SSA for the wonderful idea as well as the timely visit, noting that the military will work on it.

He further stated that the military has been carrying out such social corporate responsibility of free medical services for communities they operate over the years. " We have done it in Effurun, Ogbe-Ijoh and Aladja. We are still planning to embark on other community's. I want us to work out modalities so that we can extend the free medical services to Opuama community in Egbema in the shortest possible time, Mr. Manu asserted."

IYC Consultation Gathers Momentum As Bob Collins Igetei Declares Interest For National Secretary, Harps On Unity, Equity And Stability For Ijaw Nation When Elected

IYC Consultation Gathers Momentum As Bob Collins Igetei Declares Interest For National Secretary, Harps On Unity, Equity And Stability For Ijaw Nation When Elected

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Deputy Speaker, IYC Mobile Parliament, Comrade Bob Collins Igetei has assured Ijaw Nation that negotiating for their progress will be his major goal like he has always done in times past.

Igetei made this known while addressing the IYC Western Zone Chairmen's Forum where he officially declared himself an aspirant for the position of the National Secretary of the Ijaw Youth Council.

The Deputy Speaker of the 4th mobile parliament declares himself the best man to do the job articulately and intellectually coupled with his vast knowledge of the IYC journey.

He declared his watchwords
to be equity, unity, accessibility, stability, credibility, efficiency and progress.

While fielding questions from the Chairmen's Forum, Mr Bliss as he's fondly called assured members of defending the Ijaw course while declaring that the IYC will chart a new course when he is elected as the National Secretary.

Collins who is a household name with regards to the Ijaw Youth Council was warmly welcomed by the Forum who spoke highly of his antecedent and declared him fit for the job.

Bob Collins Igetei needs no introduction in the IYC struggle and is unarguably the best bet for the body to maneuver closer to it's promising abode.

Just-In: Head Teacher Deinbunughan Primary School Oboro, Mrs. Orubebe Appreciates Delta Subeb 3rd Member Kurugbe for Provision Of School Uniforms To Pupils

Just-In: Head Teacher Deinbunughan Primary School Oboro, Mrs. Orubebe Appreciates Delta Subeb 3rd Member Kurugbe for Provision Of School Uniforms To Pupils

Mejuya Godswill

Asaba_____ The Headmistress and Staff of Deinbunughan Primary School Oboro, in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State has thank and appreciated the member representing Delta South Senatorial District in the State Universal Basic Education Board SUBEB, Mr. Paul Kurugbe for his act of benevolence towards humanity by providing a complete sets of new school uniforms, sandals and churks to some pupils during his visit.

The appreciation was made by the head mistress of the school, Mrs. Theresa Orubebe today Wednesday 5th February, 2020 at Oboro as the benefiting pupils appears in school with their new uniforms looking gorgeous to the admiration of others.

In a text message of appreciation send to the Subeb 3rd member signed by the Headmistress of Deinbunogha primary school Oboro, Mrs. Orubebe said; " Sir, we appreciate you for your benevolence to our pupils on the account of the new uniform you gave to them for answering questions correctly on your visit to Deinbunughan Primary School, Oboro. May God bless you. From the H/M and Staff of D.P.S. Oboro", the statement adds.

Bayelsa Mrs. Chioma Okwuadigbo Gruesome Murder By Nigeria Navy, IPDI seeks For Justice, Demands Prosecution Of Naval Officer In Yenagoa

Bayelsa Mrs. Chioma Okwuadigbo Gruesome Murder By Nigeria Navy, IPDI seeks For Justice, Demands Prosecution Of Naval Officer In Yenagoa

Francis Tayor

Warri____ Ijaw Rights group, the Ijaw People's Development Initiative, IPDI has demanded for an immediate arrest of the Naval personnel who killed Mrs Precoius Chioma Okwuadigbo in Yenegoa, Bayelsa state capital during the week end.

The group, speaking with newsmen in Warri through its spokesperson Mayor. Timi Ogobiri said the Naval personnel who killed the innocent lady be brought to justice without further delay.

Ogobiri, while condemning the barbaric killing, reiterated that the Nigerian military in the Niger Delta had turned deadly, and that no life is now secured, considering the high level of unlawful killings among security personnel in the state.

He added that the military who ought to have secure lives and properties in the country had turned destroyers of lives and property, and that urgent steps be taken by relevant authorities to end unlawful killings in the region as to avoid a reprisal attack.

Ogobiri, however called on all well meaning stakeholders in the state to strongly condemn the barbaric killing and join efforts with the deceased family to bring to justice the killer Naval personnel.

The group called on the Yenagoa Naval Command to revealed the perpetrator as to avoid unfriendly reactions towards the Naval command in the state as there was no justification for the gruesome murder of the innocent woman.

Activists In Delta lnstitutes Legal Action Against Johnny Aribogha, Shell, Nestoil, Seven Other Companies To Court On Corruption

Activists In Delta lnstitutes Legal Action Against Johnny Aribogha, Shell, Nestoil, Seven Other Companies To Court On Corruption

Francis Tayor

Warri____ A human right activists in Warri Delta State,  Comrade Mamamu Bakkawei has dragged nine oil companies operating in Odidi Community, Warri South West Local Government Area of the State and Odidi Community Chairman, Chief Johnny Arigbogha before the State High Court in Warri, demanding accountability and order restraining the payment of community funds into private Bank account.

The activist in collaboration with the Committee for the Defence of Human Right, CDHR, on Thursday, alleged that the affected companies operating in Odidi Community has been paying money meant for the community into the private bank account of the community chairman, Chief Johnny Arigbogha, who has refused to render account for the past eight years to the community.

The activist who forwarded a copy of the suit No W/13/2020  filed at the High Court of Justice, Delta State of Nigeria in the Warri Judicial Division noted that he has instituted a legal action against NestOil Company Limited, Fenog Nigeria Limited,
Neconde Energy Limited, OML 42 Asset Man Agent Team(ATM), Neconde/NPDC JV, Heritage Oil and Gas Limited, Impact Oil and Gas Engineering Ltd, Lee Engendering & Construction Nig.Ltd, Shell Petroleum Development Company Ltd and the Nigeria Petroleum Development Company for aiding misappropriated process and depriving the host community of their legitimate benefits.

The National Vice President of CDHR,
Dr. Prince Kehinde Taiga who spoke with newsmen in Warri hinted that the legal action against Chief Aribogha and the companies was meant to save Odidi Community from violation of their economic rights, adding that the people of the community are suffering, impoverished, lack development projects ,no Water, no health facilities, lack schools facilities and no Jobs for unemployed graduates, according to him, he said

"The companies are aiding misappropriation, corruption, by choosing to deal with Chief Aribogha who has corruptly enriched himself while youths and women in the community wallows in penury".

The CDHR boss accused the companies mentioned in the suit for conniving with few individuals to bypass paying the actual community entitlements and benefits  to the Oil rich Odidi community, an act it viewed as less transparent.

He noted that before the court action was instituted, there have been  several petitions against  the chairman of the oil-rich Odidi community.

The CDHR National Vice President,  Prince Taiga further said, "Chief Johnny Aribogha as the present chairman of Odidi Community, previously Secretary for over 10 years. has been  using his personal accounts to receive all community monies; benefits for FTO (Freedom To Operate) which is a document agreement between the host community and the company and it contains all benefits and terms of operation between both parties), compensation for crude oil spills, land lease payment and other benefits, the oil companies has been taken side favorable to them to the detriment of the community”,

The human right activist, Comrade Bakkawei who also is a community youth leader from Odidi Community, by the suit is seeking a court order calling for Odidi Community Annual National Conference in order to render
 a comprehensive account of Arigbogha's regime from 2013 till date as the
Chairman/sole administrator of Odidi Community.

He also sort an Order of perpetual injunction restraining the companies being the 2nd to 10th Defendants, their
agents,servants, representatives from further dealing with Chief Arigbogha being  the1st
Defendant, pending the determination of the suit.

His brief response said the allegations was baseless and malicious, adding that those sponsoring the petition have personal grudges against him.

However some of the mentioned were contacted to comment did not take their calls. The Community Relations Officer, Neconde Energy limited, Mr Time Willy said "I am not aware of any payment made by Neconde to any individual private account, but hope that those at the top management level knows better and give further response.