Election Victory: Ezekiel Congratulates Asekutu As He Resumes Office, Urges Him To Be A Unifying Factor

Election Victory: Ezekiel Congratulates Asekutu As He Resumes Office, Urges Him To Be A Unifying Factor

Francis Tayor

The Senior Special Assistant, SSA to the Governor of Delta State on Security Matters, Comrade Ezekiel Daniel has congratulated the brown new Executive Chairman of Warri North LGA, Hon. Smart Asekutu on election victory, charging him to be a unifying factor as he resumed work.

Ezekiel gave the charge on Friday at Koko, the local government headquarters noted that Hon. Asekutu is an history maker for been the first ljaw man to be elected as Chairman since the creation of the LGA. He pray God to give him wisdom to serve the good people of Warri North well while his tenure last.

He further appreciated High Chief. Government Ekpemupolo, Alhaji Emmanuel Omoko, Hon. Micheal Diden, Hon. Godwin Ebosa and several other leaders from both Itesekiri and Ijaw axis who made this arrangement a reality and success, and that GOD of peace will not depart from their homes.

According to the congratulatory message, read: " Peace is indeed  priceless: Base on this universal adage, l say a very big congratulations to Hon. Smart Asekutu, a.k.a 'Man of history', the Executive Chairman, Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State. 

What seemed like impossibility that was about tearing Ijaws and Itsekiris of that area apart through violence was methodically, diplomatically resolved  through the charismatic leadership style of my boss, His Excellency, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa to the delight of all. 

Am using this medium to call on the first Ijaw man to hold reign of leadership to see his position as a greater call to duty, which must be born in unifying all the people of the local government into one bond regardless of ethnic group or status they belong to. Yes, l know that expectation is high but l believe with wisdom from God, you shall deliver on your  mandate.

This press statement will not be complete if l fail to recognize the tireless efforts of High Chief Government Ekpemupolo,  Alhaji Emmanuel Omoko, Hon. Micheal  Diden, Hon. Godwin Ebosa and several other leaders from both Itesekiri and Ijaw axis who made this arrangement a reality and sucess, that GOD of peace will not depart from your homes. To all the councilors, you must roll on your sock for the service of your various wards. Once more, congratulations and God's wisdom."

Signed:

Comrade Ezekiel Daniel,

Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on Security Matters.

Creeks Generals To Blessing, Destiny Perewari, Refund The Money You Collected Back To Ezekiel, Accusing Him Of Vote Buying Won't Save You

Creeks Generals To Blessing, Destiny Perewari, Refund The Money You Collected Back To Ezekiel, Accusing Him Of Vote Buying Won't Save You

Francis Tayor

In response to an online publication by some unscrupulous elements accusing our ljaw illustrious son who is the Senior Special Assistant, SSA to the Governor of Delta State on Security Matters, Comrade Daniel Ezekiel of 'Vote Buying' in November 2020 Edo State governorship election across the riverine communities in Ovia South West LGA, a coalition of militant generals drawn from the three local government areas of Edo state where the ljaws are residents has called on Hon. Blessing Perewari and her younger brother, Mr. Destiny Perewari to as a matter of urgency refund the money they collected during the election back to Ezekiel for not doing their job as expected.

The statement was issued at Ofunama Community, the administrative head, warrd 9, Ovia South West LGA on Saturday 13th March, 2021 after emergency general meeting signed by Gen. Pere Torupofa stated that they stand by the official letters sent by Hon. Daniel Ezekiel to various party leaders in the state, including the  governor Godwin Obaseki and that the demands in that letter should be done accordingly without further delay. 

They further mocked the opposition party, APC in Edo state and urged them to put their failure blame on Adams Oshiomole who talks before thinking, instead of engaging on shadow chasing of Ezekiel whose record for kindness, justice and transparency is second to none.

According to the statement made by the creeks generals, read:

" RESOLUTION OF  THE EMERGENCY MEETING OF CREEKS GENERALS  AT OFUNAMA COMMUNITY, ADIMSTRATIVE HEAD , WARD 9, OVIA SOUTH WEST L. G. A., 13/03/2021 REGARD A BASELESS AND UNFOUNDED ONLINE PUBLICATION AGAINST IJAW NATION ILLUSTRIOUS SON, HON EZEKIEL DANIEL, SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO DELTA STATE GOVERNOR, SENATOR DR IFEANYI OKOWA ON SECURITY MATTERS 

When lie is allow to go unchallenged, it becomes truth before the public, hence it is important that WE, the coalition of militant generals drawn across three local government areas of Edo state,  popularly known as RIVERINE where Ijaws are, find it expdidient to reply to a misleading online publication that Hon. Daniel Ezekiel engaged in VOTE BUYING.

It is a universal knowledge that there can be no election without money becasue how will candidates carry out campgain, printing of posters, advertisment on radio and television. What about mobilization of party faithfuls to various rallies that cut across the 18 local government areas of Edo state. In United States of America, whom the whole world sees as doyen of Democracy, money is equally part and parcel of their election. DO WE THEN CALL THIS VOTE BUYiNG  TOO ? The answer is capital NO. Governor Ifeanyi Okowa being the Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) South South Governors Forum, rallied his colleagues in the region to support one of their own, Governor Godwin Obaseki in various forms, just the way All Progressive Congress (APC) governors led by Kano state governor, Abdulahi Ganduje mobllized fund for defeated pastor Ize Iyamu. 

Based on the trust and  confidence Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has in his aide, Hon. Daniel Ezekiel, he mobilized him with fund for people of riverine areas to move from creek to creek to sell his party candidate to the electorates on why they should vote for Governor Godwin Obaseki. 

We all know that Ijaw parts of the state is a difficult terrain which requires speed boats to navigate. To hire a single speed boat to convey party faithfuls from Benin city, Warri, Sapele, Yenagoa and Porthacourt to places like Gelegele, Safarogbo, Inikorogha, Ofunama, Okomu, e.t.c all in Edo state cost nothing less  than four hundred thousand naira (#400,000 00). 

So does this amount to VOTE BUYlNG ? It is only a foolish farmer that blame his unproductive harvest season on his farm tool. APC candidate, pastor Ize Iyamu lost woefully in his unit, ward and in the whole southern zone where he hailed from, if WE may ask, is Hon. Daniel Ezekiel still responsible for this absmal and monumental failure?

 

The truth of the matter is that pastor Izeyamu lost the election before the D-DAY becasue his political god father, comrade Adams Oshihomole destroyed his image and reputation way back in 2016.

It was so unfortunate that Honrable Blessing Perewari and his younger brother, Destiny Perewari from Ajakurama community, Ovia South  betrayed the trust Governor Ifeanyi Okowa aide had in them by releasing fund to them to mobilize party faithful down to their voting unit in Itagbene, but  Instead of using the money for what it was meant for, they diverted it into their  private pockets there by putting additional cost and responsibility on Hon. Daniel Ezekiel to mobllized party mermbers to go home and vote for PDP.

Opposition in Edo state should blame their   failure on Adams Oshiomole who talks before thinking, instead of engaging on shadow chasing of Hon. Daniel Ezekiel whose record for kindness, justice and transparency is second to none. 

And to you Blessing Perewari and Destiny Perewari, we stand by what Hon. Daniel Ezekiel said in his official letters to various party leaders in the state, Governor Godwin Obaseki inclusive that he wants his money back because his Boss wouldn't have released fund to him if he was found wanting in character or show any sign of dishonesty."

Signed:

General Pere Torupofa, On behalf of creeks generals.

Election Victory: Barr. Jeff Give Thanks To God, Appreciates Sylvester, Omare, Favour, Others

Election Victory: Barr. Jeff Give Thanks To God, Appreciates Sylvester, Omare, Favour, Others

Francis Tayor

The honourable Councillor representing the good people of Ogbe-ljoh Ward in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, Jeffrey Pere Oromoni ESQ, has give thanks to God on his election victory in the just concluded Chairmanship/Councillorship election across Delta state.

In a Press Statement released on Thursday 11th March, 2021 at Ogbe-ljoh, Jeff Oromoni appreciated the good people of Ogbe-ljoh Ward for given him the mandate to serve them, stressing that he will not disappoint them during his term in office.

He further extends his heartfelt gratitude to the leaders of Ogbe-ljoh Ward, especially Chief. Hon. Sylvester Oromoni, Chief. Frank Omare,  Chief. Favour Izoukumor, Pst. Alex Akemotubo, Chief. Joel Ogbona, Chief. Lucky Oromoni, Mr. Simeon Igbomene and the entire members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP for their immense support towards ensuring victory for the party at the polls.

According to the Press Statement, read:

"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to God Almighty for bringing this dream and vision to reality and the good people of Ogbe-Ijoh Ward for deeming it fit to elect me as Councillor, Ogbe-Ijoh Ward, Warri South West Local Government Area, Delta State. I am honoured and humbled that you have placed your trust in me to serve. 

I am most grateful to my big brother, leader and boss, Chief Sylvester Oromoni for everything and my leaders Chief Frank Omare, Chief Favour Izoukumor, Pst. Arex Akemetubo, Chief Joel Ogbona, Chief Lucky Oromoni, Mr. Simeon Igbomene and the entire leaders and members of our great political party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for their immense support, love and entrusting me with this great opportunity to serve our good people. I say thank you!

To my good people of Ogbe-Ijoh Ward, be rest assured that I stand and remain committed to my promises, to offer a visionary, purposeful, competent and people oriented representation, one that is anchored on loyalty, unity, love, responsibility and a vibrant Intelligent Quotient for the political advancement and betterment of our great kingdom and its people. By constantly speaking, collaborating, networking, promoting, defending and projecting the interest of the kingdom and its people at all times constructively.

I hereby call for your continuous prayers and support in terms of sharing of information and ideas for the betterment and development of our great ward. As your representative and bridge between you and the local government, I will serve you with utmost humility and with the fear of God.

Once again, I say thank you for the opportunity to serve."

JEFFREY PERE OROMONI, ESQ.

COUNCILLOR, OGBE-IJOH WARD, WARRI SOUTH WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA.

Amnesty jamb condition: Ex-agitators calls on Pa Clark, Tompolo, others to intervene

Amnesty jamb condition: Ex-agitators calls on Pa Clark, Tompolo, others to intervene

....... Says they don't know book to write jamb before going to school

Francis Tayor

In what they described as sabotage and deliberate attempt to thwart the genuine efforts of the federal government to restore permanent peace in the Niger Delta oil rich region, the ex-agitators of the region has raised alarm as well as kicked against over the new directive by the Interim Chairman of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Gen. Miland Dikkio for all former militants to write jamb before they would be deployed to study in the university, saying the condition will not stand the test of time rather it will lead to anarchy and kios in the country.

The ex-agitators under the aegis of the Refined Niger Delta Militants (RNDM) comprises of all the former militants in phase 1,2 and 3 across the nine (9) Niger Delta states, raised the alarm on Sunday March 7, 2021 after an emergency meeting at Machiva Hostel Warri, Delta state warned Mr. Dikkio to immediately deploy them to the various universities the federal government partner with to train them academically within one week time or else, expect an unusual protest that will affect oil pipeline installations that will crumble the nation's economy.

In statement signed by the Coordinator of the group, Gen. Alabeni Otobo said about 95% of the ex-agitators of Niger Delta are illiterates and they want to go to school in order to contribute positively to build a better Nigeria as a country, but the new condition to write jamb is nothing but a ploy to deprive them of their right to study, having dropped arms to embrace federal government amnesty programme in 2009 for peace to reign in the country. 

They maintained that the interim Chairman Dikkio and his PAs Alfred Kemepatei and George should follow the lay down procedures by deploying them within a week time, if not, whatever happened after the expiration of the notice, the federal government and the security operatives should hold the above names responsible for breaching the peace in the country. They further draw the attention of the interim management to note that their engagement is to serve the interest of the ex-agitators of the Niger Delta region and not to imposed on them unnecessary conditions that will jeopardize the peace of Nigeria.

However, they appealed to ljaw National Leader, Pa. E.K. Clark, Minister of State for Petroleum, Chief. Timipre Sylva, former Bayelsa state Governor, Hon Sen. Henry Seriake Dickson, Niger Delta former warlords, High Chief. Government Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo, HRM. King Ateke Tom, Gen. Boyloaf Ebikabowei Victor Ben, High Chief. Bibopere Ajube aka 'Shoot At Sight', Gen. Fara Dagogo, lYC President, Comr Dcn. Timothy Igbifa and all the South South governors to intervene on this matter and call Mr. Dikkio to order before things get out of hand, they stated.

Chief Mulade Calls On Nigerian Leaders To Improve On Education

Chief Mulade Calls On Nigerian Leaders To Improve On Education

.......As NUT commends him for promoting education in Niger Delta

......Urges Delta South leaders to emulate him

A renowned Niger Delta  leader cum global environmental/human rights activist, Comrade (Chief) Sheriff Mulade has called on Nigerian leaders to give more attention and improve on Nigeria education sector, stressing that education is the bedrock of every successful nation all over the world.

He gave the charge on Wednesday at Hussey College warri, during the 5th edition of Comrade Sheriff Mulade inter-local government quiz and essay competitions for riverine/rural secondary schools in warri North, warri South and warri South-west LGAs of Delta State, noted that the competition is an initiative of his NGO CEPEJ that is targeted to promote educational awareness among the riverine/rural communities, and also to assist the less privileged but highly intelligent students to pursue their education and career in life through scholarship support.

The CEO/National Coordinator of Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, Comrade Sheriff Mulade appealed to South South Governors, especially Gov. Okowa of Delta state, multinational oil companies, as well as well meaning individuals to support and give more attention to education, stressing that education is the bedrock of a nation development. He said this programme was as result of his education challenge in the early days of his life, where he found it very difficult to transport himself to the closest secondary school in the riverine communities to acquire education.

He noted that uptill now, the government has not been able to provide the needed education in the riverine communities.

According to him,”that’s why we continue to talk and appeal to the federal and state governments to pay more attention to the riverine areas.

In his reaction, the Chairman, Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT Warri South LGA Delta State, led by Comrade Ikuejawa Ishmeal has commended Mulade for promoting education through this programme, charging Delta South leaders to emulate Chief Sheriff Mulade as the only man in the entire senatorial district who supports education.

The competition was sponsored by the Centre for Peace & Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, in order to bring education more closer to the riverine communities.

However, in this years edition, Atuwatse II College emerged winner and it goes home with one hundred thousand naira (#100, 000 00) cash alongside other consolation prizes.

Timi Expresses Worry Over Ward 10 PDP Leadership lmbalance ln Burutu

 Timi Expresses Worry Over Ward 10 PDP Leadership lmbalance ln Burutu

......Calls on Burutu, state party leaders intervention before it's too late 

The People's Democratic Party, PDP, in Ward 10, especially the 17 arm of it, is not a private business or personal property, hence, assumed and privileged, persons should not cow to pocket the party. The affairs of the party in the Ward, is descending into the abyss.

The present leadership in the Ward, so to say, and it attendant lord it over, is nothing but, a knife which has come to put, the very fabrics bonding us as party faithfuls, asunder.

They should be cautioned, and call to order before things gets out of hand. I foresee, the imminent of a factional and parallel Exco, in the Ward, in the coming days.

The incompetence occasioned with who are they, nobody is there to challenge, and its nepotistic way of overseeing the activities of the Ward, by some unscrupulous element, is a call to the sharp division, already in the Ward.

To the leaders of the party, in the local government, and that of the state, things are not alright, with the Ward 10 PDP in Burutu, particularly the 17 arm of it. The new pharaoh in town is pharoahic in the affairs of the party. Instead, of the sheriff we have envisaged, night mare stares us in the face.

People should not see the smile, and assume things are alright. It is only a lip service, and that smile is just an activity.

That, impression of things been okay, only exists in the mind of those that, bends truth for their own abracadabra and selfish ends.

No personal feelings against any body or group of persons, but, things and the affairs of the party belongs to all of us, and such, opinion should cut across all, and not, that, way of one issuing orders, from their comfort zones.

We choose to keep quiet, not because, we don't know what to do, such persons should desist from the act. The party belongs to all of us, and not, a private investment. This is not over, enjoy it, while it, last.

In the keyboard, everyone knows the right key to press, but, just enjoy it while it last. The day of reckoning is close! Party meeting venues should be in a neutral places, and not, in an environment that, bias stings.

Until, we review, the Ward party Exco, to accommodate, the general yearning of all members, as well as, incorporate the persons, that have worked assiduously, to share in the beneficial cake, and not just, one immediate family.

Things shall never be the same, in the coming days, and there shall be no peace, if the largesse of the party, does not go round. Let those that have worked, be given, opportunity to benefit. Lets stop promoting nepotism, and failure, incompetence over competent.

How can, from 1998 till date,  one set of persons with attitudinal challenge, forms Exco to the detriment of others, grounded with ideas, and a spirit to work. This habit needs a total overhauling.

The time is near. Lies and deceit, will no longer rule over truth, humility, diplomacy and understanding. There is still a bitch called the day of reckoning, it is a night mare which has come to stay!

To him, who is wise, let such a person change, we are way more than you! This is an inferno, you know too well that, I know.

Warri North: Hon. Smart Storms Abigborodo, Promises Open Door Policy When Elected

Warri North: Hon. Smart Storms Abigborodo, Promises Open Door Policy When Elected

Francis Tayor

In continuation of his Unity campaign ahead of March 6th, 2021 LGA polls in Delta state, the chairmanship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Warri North LGA, Hon. Smart Asekutu and his campgain team stormed Abigborodo on Wednesday, the home town of former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan with a promise to run an open door policy when eventually elected as Chairman.

The man of history, Hon. Smart Asekutu was given a very rousing welcome reception by women, men, elders and youths  of the community with drum and dance to the amazement of his Unity campaign entourage.   

Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Smart thanked the good people of Abigborodo for the heart blowing welcome as well as the general acceptance of his candidature, saying he will not disappoint the trust bestowed on him by the people. He appreciated ltsekiri leaders for the understanding, especially Hon. Michael Diden alias Ejele, Hon. Godwin Ebosa among other notable stakeholders who champion this great sacrifice for peace in Warri North. He pleaded with the people of Abigborodo to troop out in their large numbers on Saturday to vote for him and all PDP candidates at the polls, he noted.

In another development, the former governor of Delta state, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan who was represented by the member representing Warri Federal Constituency in National Assembly, Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi thanked the PDP candidate and his entourage for coming. He promised to work with other critical stakeholders of the party to make sure 100% percent bloc votes is delivered for PDP. 

He equally charged Hon. Smart Asekutu to see himself as a unifying factor by doing his best to carry everybody along when elected as the council chairman of Warri North, the statement adds.

Hon. Smart Asekutu Sets Warri North On Fire As He Takes Campaign To Kinsmen

Hon. Smart Asekutu Sets Warri North On Fire As He Takes Campaign To Kinsmen

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP candidate in Warri North in the forthcoming Local Government Chairmanship/Councillorship elections across Delta State, Hon. Smart Asekutu sets the LGA ablaze as he stormed Ogbudugbudu, Ogbinbiri, Ubroyinmen and Egjoro to solicit for their votes ahead March 6, 2021 LGA polls.

Hon. Asekutu with his campaign team as well as the entire PDP family visited Ogbudugbudu, Ogbinbiri, Ubroyinmen and Egjoro with his UNITY message called on his kinsmen to come out enmasse on Saturday to massively vote for all the PDP candidates at the polls, noting that his administration will bring the needed development to the grassroots when elected.

He was recieved by a mammoth crowd with overwhelming joy in all the communities visited as the women layed their wrapper on the ground for their son to walk on because this was first in history in Warri North for ljaw man to test the seat of Chairman. He however, assured his people of effective leadership when elected, adding that the dividends of democracy would be fairly distributed among the ljaws and ltsekiris.

Also speaking to the press during the campaign at Ogbudugbudu, the Secretary of PDP Campaign Publicity Committee, Hon. Ezekiel Daniel, who also doubles as SSA Security to Delta State Governor said what the Egbema ljaws are experiencing today is the Lord's doing which is maverlous in the eyes of the Ijaws in Warri North.

According to Ezekiel, " It takes love, understanding and sacrifice by our Itsekiri brothers to make this  possible. I want to sincerely appreciate my  boss, His Excellency,  Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta state, my leader, High Chief. Government Ekpemupolo a.k.a Tompolo, Hon. Micheal Diden, Hon. Godwin Ebosa, Alhaji Emmanuel Omoko and other notable leaders from both Itesekiri and Ijaw for their wonderful contributions to make this historic day a reality."

Meanwhile, Daniel Ezekiel further appealed to the Ijaws of Warri North Local Government Area (Egbema Kingdom), to be magnanimous to celebrate, urging them to work together with the ltsekiris as one big family, he stated.

However, the campaign will continue tomorrow with visitation to Abigborodo, home town of former Governor of the state, His Excellency, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan.

Just-ln: Taskforce Begins Demolition of illegal structures in Delta

Just-ln: Taskforce Begins Demolition of illegal structures in Delta 

Delta State Taskforce on Environment today has begin demolition of illegal structures, shanties and make shift shops under high tension at NPA in Warri South Local Government Area of the state.

The operation was carried out in the early hours on monday March 1st, 2021 after the expiration of one year quit notice served traders by the state taskforce.

Speaking during the exercise, the state taskforce chairman, Hon. Sylvester Oromoni said that all illegal structures and shanties encroachment on the streets are the major target to be demolished, noting that the demolition operation was prompted after the expiration of the ‘Removal Order’ the state government served.

Remember, " We served them abatement notice since 2020 to vacate their shops under high tension, on top public drainage, pedestrians walkways, and we give them the grace of another two months to remove the structures which expires ending of February, 2021. That is a enough time for residents to do the needful but they refuse. Today, we have started the operation, no going back. This exercise will go round warri, Effurun, Udu, Ughelli, Sapele, Agbor, Asaba and other major cities across the state."

However, Oromoni implored Deltans to always seek approval of relevant agencies before erecting their buildings. 

"All illegal structures and buildings constructed by persons under high tension without valid approval from the government across the state would be removed

Oromoni further warned miscreants, illegal mechanics, food vendors and owners of illegal shanties across the state to vacate now or face demolition. He said the state taskforce will no longer tolerate incessant defacing the aesthetics beauty of our streets .

He noted that a situation where illegal structures are built attached to electric polls stands a big risk of attracting electric shock, stressing that Gov. Okowa led government would no longer tolerate that in the state, he concluded."

However, the Chairman was accompanied in the operation by the state Coordinator, Comrade Kingsley lweka, Mrs. Obire Rachael, Principal Environmental Health Superintendent, Mr. Destiny Onojaine (Supervisor), Mrs. Philomena Odjegbu, Mr. Michael Oyimor, Hon. Frank Alale among others.

Ayakoromo PDP Flags Off Campaign, As Tuedon, Kurugbe, Godwin, Others Urge Voters To Vote Angele, Otoro

Ayakoromo PDP Flags Off Campaign, As Tuedon, Kurugbe, Godwin, Others Urge Voters To Vote Angele, Otoro

Oyinbi Onduku

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Ward 7 Ayakoromo in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State has flagged off its unit to unit election campaigns on Saturday, February 27, 2021, with Mr Ayabotu Otoro, who is the standard flag bearer of PDP ward 7 seeking election in office, urging voters to elect him for Councillor to represent the good people of Ayakoromo in Burutu Legislative Chambers.

The party leaders while speaking at the flag off ceremony said that with Angele and Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, the promise of Smart Delta was a project achieveable and was prepared to grow stronger with more projects in Burutu and Ayakorono in particular.

The flag off campaign which saw PDP leaders and faithfuls visiting ward 7 Ayakoromo on its first day, saw the Coordinator of the campaign committee, Hon Richard Tuedon, the 3rd member representing Delta South in SUBEB, Hon Paul Kurugbe, former PDP Chairman Burutu LGA and SSA to the governor on Community Development, Hon Godwin Edumogiren, Hon. Kofee Amasuomo, SSA on Investment,

Hon Sunny Perekeme, former Secretary Burutu Local Government Council, Mrs. Eunice Angozi, Hon Izonwei Pouyebo, the immediate past Councillor ward 7, Mr. Ekanpou Enewaridideke, SA on Political Matters, Mr. Albert Edumogiren (SA), Mrs Immaculate Brialade, member Delta State Rural Water Board Asaba, Prince Kelvin Perekeme, party Chairman ward 7, Chief Dauyebo Kitua, Mr. Matthew Apiakise, Mr Wilson Zipamoh and others present.

The leaders while speaking in turns, assured voters that with the return of Angele as Burutu Council Chairman, the development which the Local Government has been experiencing was bound to continue.

“You know we have never had it so good like this, that is why we are saying PDP is the only party that has your interest at heart. The past three years have seen Hon Angele doing what no other chairman has done, not only has he touched our Legislative Quarters, Health Sector,  development has been steady with the Governor of the state, Senator Dr Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa behind it. We are now experiencing infrastructural development like never before. So we urge you to vote a party that has your feeling. A party that will be there for you. Let’s come out enmasse March 6 and vote for Godknows Angele again and Ayabotu Otoro for Councillor ward 7 Ayakoromo so that we can continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy” Hon. Richard Tuedon told the excited crowd who had come to welcome them.

Speaking in the same vein, the 3rd member SUBEB Delta State, Hon. Paul Kurugbe said that the turn out of party faithful and residents in today flag off is a testimony of how much PDP has done for the people of Ayakoromo, with recourse to the governor’s massive infrastructural development, especially the Ayakoromo bridge and to say thank you to him, we owe it to vote enmasse, and I know that the people of Ward 7 Ayakoromo and Burutu in particular will vote PDP, because it is the only party that cares for them, adding that PDP is the only party in Delta State.

He therefore enjoined voters to come out enmasse on March 6 to vote Hon. Godknows Angele again for Chairman Burutu LGA, and their son Ayabotu Otoro for Councillor ward 7 Ayakoromo.

Again, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor on Community Development and former PDP Chairman Burutu Local Government, Hon. Godwin Edumogiren said that as far as he was concerned there was no opposition party in Ayakoromo ward 7, adding that PDP has always won elections in Delta State from 1999 till date.

“ Ayakoromo is PDP and there can be no opposition. Likewise, Burutu LGA, Delta State as a whole is PDP, and it will always remain PDP by the grace of God,” he added.

Expressing optimism, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor on Investment, Hon Kofee Amassuomo, said that “PDP will win in every units of the ward, and every wards in the forthcoming local government elections across Delta state. He added that PDP is the only truthful party in Nigeria that can provide the dividends of Democracy to the people, and " l can testify that owing to my past experience as former National Youth Leader in  ANPP."  He charged Ayakoromo community to come out in their numbers March 6, to vote Hon. Angele for Chairman and Ayabotu Otoro for Councillor ward 7.

In his reaction, the immediate past Councillor Ward 7 Ayakoromo, Hon. Izon-owei Pouyebo appreciated Ayakoromo ward 7 for given him the opportunity to serve in the past three years, urging them to complement the kind gesture by voting for Ayabotu Otoro comes March 6, he stated

Meanwhile, the party Chairman ward 7 Ayakoromo, Prince Kelvin Perekeme said that the ceremony was a huge success as party faithfuls came out in their numbers for the ceremony, adding that the turn out for the March 6 election would be more. Continuing, Prince Kelvin said that he was sure of victory for the party.

The campaign is expected to continue on Monday 1st of March, 2021 with a visit to the various units in the ward, he noted.

However, the leaders in their various speeches predict a landslide victory For PDP, Angele and Ayabotu Otoro comes next week Saturday March 6, 2021 in the forthcoming LGA polls across the state.

Taskforce pulls down illegal structures at Agbasa, Warri Garage, Okpokiti, Cemetery junction, others in Delta

Taskforce pulls down illegal structures at Agbasa, Warri Garage, Okpokiti, Cemetery junction, others in Delta

....lssues 7Days Ultimatum to traders in Ibo Market to vacate shops under high tension

Following the directives of Delta State Government led by His Excellency, Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa to keep Delta state clean and safe, operatives of the state taskforce on Environment on Thursday 25th February has demolished illegal structures, containerised shops at Agbasa, Okpokiti street, Warri Garage, Cemetery junction, Hausa quarters, Deco junction along Warri Sapele road of the state.

Speaking during the demolition exercise, the Chairman of the state taskforce, Hon. Sylvester Oromoni disclosed that the demolition was sequel to an earlier ‘Removal Order’ by the government served on owners/occupants of those illegal shanties based on series of complaints by motorists and pedestrians of frequent traffic jam along the road as result of street trading activities, stressing that no trader is allowed to shade on public walkways, on top drainage system as well as under high tension.

He explained that after the expiration of the Removal Order, the government was magnanimous enough to add 21days grace to remove their belongings and vacate the entire area, but unfortunately some stubborn traders refused to comply with the directive.

According to Oromoni, “These shanties and illegal structures are defacing the beauty of the city of warri and its environs, saying the Delta state government will not tolerate such nuisance across the state.

He therefore, urged members of the public to support the government to make the environment clean and safe for all Deltans, Oromoni stated.

Meanwhile, the state taskforce had served seven (7) days abatement notice to traders in lbo market to remove their shops under high tension within the speculated time, so as to avoid government force on demolition of their properties.

However, the chairman was accompanied in the operation exercise by the state Coordinator, Cmr. Kingsley lweka, Mrs. Obire Rachael, Principal Environmental Health Superintendent, Hon. Frank Alale, Mr. Destiny Onojaine, Mr. Michael Oyimor, Madame Philomina Odjegbu, among others.

Mulade to host 5th Edition of Peace & Unity Quize competition on 3rd March, In Warri

Mulade to host 5th Edition of Peace & Unity Quize competition on 3rd March, In Warri

The Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, an NGO and a not-for-profit organization, is set to host the 5th edition of its Annual Peace and Unity Quiz and Essay Competitions also known as Sheriff Mulade Peace and Unity Quiz and Essay Competitions for Rural and Riverine Communities in Delta State. The event is slated for the 3rd of March, 2021.

The primary aim and objective of the contests are to promote western education among the children and youths of the riverine areas of Warri and its environs. The initiative, introduced by Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, the Ibe-Sorimonwei (Kingdom Promoter) of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South West LGA of Delta State, is to promote peaceful coexistence among the ethnic groups of the area, especially the riverine and rural communities.

While chatting with newsmen in Asaba, the State Capital, Chief Mulade who is also the CEO of Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, an NGO with Offices across Nigeria and beyond, said the annual competition was his personal commitment to the advancement of education by promoting the reading culture so that the children and youths could be well equipped to become better citizens or leaders tomorrow, as well as to foster peace and unity among the diverse ethnic groups of Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo in Warri South, Warri North and Warri South West LGAs of Delta State. 

While enumerating the positive impacts and gains of the competition so far, he appealed to the government at all levels to join hands with civil society organizations such as CEPEJ to expand the programme to other Local Government Areas in the State.

The 2021 edition of the competition will hold at Hussey College, Warri in the Junior and Senior categories across all participating schools

with cash awards and consolation prizes worth Millions of naira

Egwa ll Tekedor Kusimi Community Dissolves Exco, Elects New Executives

Egwa ll Tekedor Kusimi Community Dissolves Exco, Elects New Executives

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ The people of Egwa ll Tekedor Kusimi Community of Ogbe-ljoh Warri Kingdom, in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State has dissolved Dcn. Clement Tekedor led Chairman as well as his executive members and appoints new executives after expiration of their tenure.

The exercise took place in a well attended meeting of the four ruling families of Tekedor Kusimi community on Friday 26th February, 2021 at BB Hotels, along Deco road in Warri South LGA of the state.

It was noted that it is the turn of Emienbo family to produce the Chairman, hence the four rulling families that made up the community unanimously adopted Mr. Joseph Dedetolu as the new executive Chairman to pilot the affairs of the community in the next three administrative years. He was subsequently sworn-in and take oath of office alongside ten other executive members.

In his reaction, the Coordinator of the community during the meeting, Mr. Newman Nakus Oyakonghan appreciates everybody that turn up for the meeting to enthrone new government. He emphasized on unity, love and peace in the community, saying they are one family. He said today leadership position is given to some persons but tomorrow it might be your turn. " Let's come together as one big family and give the needed support to the new Chairman and his cabinet members so as to move our community forward, Nakus stated."

Meanwhile, Dcn. Clement Tekedor, the outgoing Chairman Egwa ll Tekedor Kusimi Community, in his handing over remark thank and appreciated the community for given him the opportunity to serve. He reiterated that he has forgiven those who offended him in one way or the other. He equally appeal for pardon to whoever he had offended during his tenure as chairman, and wished the incoming government a success in advance, Dcn. Tekedor asserted.

Moreover, speaking to the Press shortly after his sworn-in, the new Chairman Mr. Joseph Dedetolu thank the four Tekedor Kusimi ruling families for the confidence bestowed on him. He promised to carry everybody along in his government and assure to reach out to all aggrieved persons in order to settle any pending differences among themselves as result of his emergence as chairman.

However, among the newly sworn-in community executives includes;

1) Mr Joseph Debetolu. Chairman

2) Mr Moses Kusimi 

Vice Chairman

3) Chief Smart Tekedor Secretary

4) Pst Thompson Wanghan

Assistant Secretary

5) Mr Brawaide Tekedor

P.R.O

6) Mr Tekedor Austin

Treasurer

7) Mr Patrick Kusimi

Financial Secretary

8) Mr Raphael Takembo 

Assistant Secretary

9) Mr Jonathan Gilo

Publicity Secretary

10) Mr Emma Ingor Spokesman 

11) Mr Amawei Tuwei 

Assistant Spokesman.

While the community youth executive members are;

1) Mr Tony Kusimi

President

2) Patience Gbenekama

Vice President

3) Mr Seth Douperegha

Secretary General

4) Mr Philip Oruseri

Assistant Secretary

5) Mr Timi Olomiegbene

P. R. O

6) Ayagbene Takembo

Assistant P.R.O

7) Ebimobowei Dio Treasurer

8) Mr Francis Arikeke

Financial Secretary

9) Mr Tubolayefa

Assistant Financial

10) Akeme Yorke

Spokesman and

11) Fose Bobi 

Assistant Spokesperson respectively.

Taskforce sealed up illegal Gas Plants at Ughelli, Udu in Delta

Taskforce sealed up illegal Gas Plants at Ughelli, Udu in Delta

Delta State Taskforce on Environment in collaboration with Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) and Ministry of Environment today has sealed up illegal Gas Plant stations situated at Ughelli, Udu in the state.

The exercise was carried out following the Agbor illegal gas plant fire explosion that killed many lives as well as destruction of properties worths millions of naira in December, 2020.

Addressing the press during the operation, the Chairman Delta State Taskforce on Environment, Hon. Sylvester Oromoni said any gas plant without DPR approval situated around residential areas must be removed for safety of lives and properties. He reiterated that the Agbor gas explosion that killed many lives and render residents homeless was as result of siting such illegal plants close to residential buildings. He advice those who are unto domestic gas business to first seek DPR permit before erecting their stations, saying Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa led government will not tolerate illegal gas plant operation in the state, Oromoni stated.

In his reaction, the representative of DPR Warri, Engr. Solomon Adebayo said the gas plants was sealed up because they are illegal and not approved to operate by our office. He stressed that before one is allowed to erect commercial gas plant, first the location must not be situated close to residential area where people live. Secondly, the land size must be accurate, that is 100 by 100. And thirdly, the operator must be issued a permit licensed to operate by DPR. But unfortunately, Kparuz gas plant Ekiugbo Town Ughelli and others apprehended in Udu does not have any of the above stated requirements. Hence, "we are here today to sealed them up and urged them to relocate to a safer ground", he noted.

Also speaking during the operation was the Senior Special Assistant SSA, to the governor on Special Duties, Sir. Ighor Akpojotor reaffirmed Delta state government commitment to protect the lives and properties of all deltans, stressing that the government is doing everything possible to prevent further occurrence of what happened at Agbor in 2020. He therefore, charged commercial gas operators to do the right thing so as to be on the safe side of the law, he stated.

However, the chairman was accompanied in the operation exercise by the Coordinator Delta South/Central, Comr. Kingsley lweka, Mr. Ichei from Ministry of Environment, Mr. Michael Oyimor, ( Taskforce Supervisor) Warri, Mr. Lucky, (taskforce Supervisor) Ughelli among others.

Chief. Mulade writes Gov. Okowa, Speaker, DTHA to transfer Burutu School of Marine Tech from transport to Ministry of Higher Education

Chief. Mulade writes Gov. Okowa, Speaker, DTHA to transfer Burutu School of Marine Tech from transport to Ministry of Higher Education

.....Appeals to Speaker DTHA, other Legislators to support request

A Delta-born educationist and human rights advocate, Comrade (Chief) Mulade Sheriff has written to the Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa to transfer the School of Marine Technology, Burutu, from the State Ministry of Transport to the Ministry of Higher Education, to enable the institution function effectively and optimally.

Chief Mulade, a Peace Ambassador who is also the President of the Riverine Communities Development Forum of Nigeria, made this known to journalists in Abuja at the weekend, stressing that the transfer of the School to the Higher Education Ministry would attract academics and professionals to run and manage the institution for the betterment of students and Deltans in general.

The rights activist noted that the School of Marine Technology, Burutu, had been attached to the Ministry of Transport, indicating that it was meant to train the youths in crash programmes only instead of in full fledged degree and diploma courses such as those in the universities and polytechnics respectively.

He wondered why those who conceptualized the Marine School did not place it under the State Ministry of Higher Education, a body which has the academic techniques, manpower and competence to train degree and diploma students, but rather tucked it in the Transport Ministry whose corporate goal is merely to train students in the business of marine transportation and technology. 

According to Mulade, in tertiary education, a professional certificate is quite different from an academic certificate. He therefore, on behalf of riverine communities in Delta State, appealed to, and requested Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa to transfer the School of Marine Technology, Burutu, to the Ministry of Higher Education so that academic experts could run and manage it towards achieving set goals.

He also called on the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chief Sheriff Oborevwori and his colleagues to amend the Act that established the School of Marine Technology, and transfer it to the State Ministry of Higher Education, to enable it achieve the purpose for which it was established.