Late John Togo Boys Congratulate Oborevwori as Gov of Delta State

Late John Togo Boys Congratulate Oborevwori as Governor of Delta State 

........ Appeal for appointment in his administration 

Francis Tayor

Warri _______ Ex-agitators of the defunct Niger Delta Liberation Force (NDLF) under the leadership of late Gen. John Togo, has congratulated and rejoiced with His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori on the occasion of his successful inauguration  as the executive governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023 at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

The group in a congratulatory message released on Wednesday at Ayakoromo, and signed by Commander Ayakeme Sunday, popularly known as Prapra on behalf of late John Togo boys noted that Rt. Hon. Elder Oborevwori successful sworn-in as the Executive Governor of Delta State is a well deserved one, while calling on all Deltans to support the new administration for a better Delta, so that to enable him achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people of the state.

While congratulating Oborevwori, he however appealed to His Excellency to remember and give appointment to the surviving John Togo boys in his administration, stressing that they all work for the interest of PDP to succeed.

The security expert reiterated that they can adequately secure the Delta waterways against any form of criminality such as sea piracy, pipeline vandalism and oil theft, saying Sheriff should consider them in that aspect in his government.

Commander Prapra, who is a PDP Stalwart and he  was the Chief Security Officer, CSO of the 2023 Delta State Governorship/House of Assembly elections in Ward 7 Ayakoromo Burutu LGA, and delivered PDP with his colleagues in the struggle.

The group however pledge their unalloyed support in this new administration, adding that Governor Sheriff is a grassroot oriented servant leader that will amiliorate the suffering of all Deltans majestically, the statement added

Subsidy: Kwara Civil Servants to Work 3Days Weekly, Govt Declares

Subsidy: Kwara Civil Servants to Work 3Days Weekly, State Govt Declares

The Kwara State Government has approved a temporary palliative measure to bring some ease to workers following the removal of petrol subsidy by the Federal Government. 

The State Head of Service, Mrs Susan Modupe Oluwole announced today that the State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has directed that the workdays be reduced from five days to three days per week for every worker.

Mrs Oluwole directed all Heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the State to immediately work out a format indicating the alternating work days for each worker under them.

The Head of Service however, warned the workers not to abuse the magnanimity of the Governor, stressing that the regular monitoring of MDAs by her office would be intensified to ensure strict compliance.

Signed:

Murtala Atoyebi,

Chief Press Secretary,

OHOS.

5/6/2023.

Theophilus, Timi Set to Exchange Marital Vow on 10 June, in Warri

Theophilus, Timi Set to Exchange Marital Vow on 10 June, in Warri

..... Invite friends, colleagues and well wishers 

Francis Tayor

Warri ______ All is set for the duo, Mr. Theophilus Tamarau-ebi Ganagana of Enekorogha Town in Burutu LGA, Delta State and Comrade Timi Shell Otubo of Ekeremor Town, Ekeremor LGA, Bayelsa State to exchange marital vow according to the ljaw tradition and legal obligation in the oil city of Warri on Thursday and Saturday this weekend.

According to the marriage programme signed by the two love birds stated that the traditional marriage rites is slated on Thursday 8th June, 2023 at Mr. Shell T. Otubo residence Ekeremor Town, Headquarters of Ekeremor LGA, Bayelsa State.

While the Court Registry/Wedding is slated on Saturday 10th June, 2023 at Uvwie LGA Marriage Registry, Effurun Delta State by 10:AM Prompt, and thereafter proceed to Nigeria Customs Christian Fellowship along Airport Road, Ugboroke Warri.

Reception follows immediately at Grateful Hall, Maneux Place Jakpa Road, Effurun Warri, Delta State by 1:00PM.

Meanwhile, it will interest you to note that the Bride, Comrade Timi Otubo is the CEO TIM'S Hair Laundry Services Warri, and former President of National Association of ljaw Female Students (NAIFS) Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro Chapter. 

She was also a former Woman Leader ljaw Youth Council, IYC  Tuomo Clan, and presently the Assistant Secretary General lYC Tuomo lbe.

While the Groom, Mr. Theophilus Tamarau-ebi Ganagana is Assistant Superintendent (ASC) of Nigeria Customs Service. He was the founder of the Progressive Youth Ambassadors of Niger Delta as well as former member of Ijaw Youth Council Mobile Parliament where he meritoriously served ljaw Nation to the admiration of his people.

The dou however, use this medium to respectively invite their friends, colleagues, well wishers and the general public to join them celebrate on their marriage ceremony, the statement added.

IYC Chairmen Lauds Parliament for Setting Aside Igbifa's Constitution, Give Reasons

IYC Chairmen Lauds Parliament for Setting Aside Igbifa's Constitution, Give Reasons 

Press Statement

Sunday June 4th, 2023.

IYC ZONAL AND CHAPTER CHAIRMEN ACROSS IJAW NATION LOUDS THE  IYC 5TH MOBILE PARLIAMENT FOR PUTTING THE INTEREST OF IJAW NATION FIRST BY CONCURRING WITH THE SUBMISSIONS OF THE FORUM IN THROWING ASIDE THE PETER IGBIFA'S PURPORTED ATABA DOCUMENT.

URGE IJAW YOUTHS TO BE VIGILANT  AS THE NATIONAL  ELECTION DRAWS NEAR...

The  Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) zonal and chapter chairmen forum led by Comr. Clever Inodu wishes to appreciate and commend the resolution of the 5th mobile Parliament led by Comr. Bob Collins  Igetei in their just concluded parliamentary sitting which rejected and set's aside the purported, self imposed Ataba document by Mr President of IYC Deac. Peter Igbifa was parading as councils constitution. 

And also using this medium to thank the six (6) eleco members for standing out for the best interest of Ijaw Nation  to defend and protect the integrity of our dear council by suspending  Mr. Urang Solomon- ex-chairman of the National Electoral Committee (NECO), while, congratulating the new chairman comr. Gilpin O. Gilpin and others hoping that they will selflessly work toward ensuring a peaceful, free, fair and credible elections that will enthrone a reliable leadership Ijaw nation will be proud off.

(1) While commending  the leadership of the 5th Mobile Parliament and it's entire parliamentarians, we want to reassure you of our continuous support on the decision of the 5th Mobile Parliament of the Ijaw Youth Council, which ordered the National Electoral Committee (NECO) to maintain status quo of the Oporoza electoral format  in the conduct of the forthcoming elections of Council.

2. We also condemn Mr President Deac. Peter Igbifa's request in writing to the parliament to  ratify the purported Ataba document that's not known to council. Stressing that , you can not build something on nothing which is the true scenario despite your positive intentions toward your actions and inactions. 

3. We also call on the electoral umpire to maintain the template of the Oporoza Unity Elective Convention of 2020 Electoral guidelines for the 2023, General election of the Ijaw Youth Council IYC worldwide. 

4.  The Chairmenship Forum of zones and Chapters,  also observed that,  the suspended Ex- chairman of NECO Mr. Urang Solomon's actions  after his inauguration portrays connivance with Mr President to plunge council into another round of crisis, demonstrates a set back to the transition process after x-raying his activities hence, supports his removal and caution others to toe the line of peace and sole interest of Ijaw nation.

5. It is also pertinent to state that, Mr President does not have any power to withdraw any member of the Eleco, as such powers lies solely on the zones and chapters they emanated from. Hence, we advise Mr President to allow peace to reign in council by allowing the Eleco to do thier job independently without interference and plots to scuffle the smooth transition process Ijaw nation looks forward to.

(6) While, Charging the new leadership of Comrade Gilpin Okesiyesinma to ensure they work hand in hand with the zonal chairmen, parliament and leaders of Ijaw nation in ensuring a smooth itch free, credible and transparent election. As leaders of Council,  we will not give room or allow any distraction and plots by some mischief makers to truncate  the transition process for selfish reasons  when we are making frantic efforts to re-position and  bring back the glory of the Council. 

7. Therefore, while reassuring the NECO, and entire Ijaw Nation of our enthusiasm and readiness in ensuring a smooth transition, we are washing keenly as we shall not relent to descend on anyone with negative plans to distrupt the existing peace Ijaw people has sacrificed so much to sustain.

We are solidly behind the new  National Electoral Committee NECO Acting Chairman Comrade Gilpin .O. Gilpin led eleco in ensuring they do their job independently to the best of their abilities.

Furthermore, it is very important that we draw the attention of the leadership of present ELECO to acknowledge the fundamental facts that Ijaw people  have sacrificed so much in lifting council from the crisis days to where it is today, hence, nobody should play the role of an accomplice in trying to plunge council into another round of crisis.

While calling on council members, leaders and stakeholders to give the necessary support the NECO needs in ensuring Ijaw Nation gets it right.

Yours in the struggle. 

Signed:

Comrade Clever Inodu 

Chairman, Central Zone and Chairman,  IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum. 

Signed:

Chief Diplomat Adam Ebimobowei Ogomugo Marbo, Chairman IYC ABUJA and Secretary IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.. 

Signed:

Dr. Doubra Collins Okotete ,

Chairman, Western Zone and Member IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.. 

Signed:

Comrade Tikima Arigban,

Chairman, Lagos Chapter and Member IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.

Desist from blackmail against Ndiomu or face the law, group warns sponsors of falsehood

Desist from blackmail against Ndiomu or face the law, group warns sponsors of falsehood 

Niger Delta Integrity Group, NDIG has linked media attacks on the Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Major General Barry Ndiomu (rtd), to supporters of political opposition.

NDIG Convener, Dr. Boma Horsfall, in a statement, accused those who worked against President Bola Tinubu at the February 25 presidential polls of being behind the recent blackmail of Ndiomu, insisting that their actions were not altruistic but “grossly a show of their anger at the emergence of Tinubu as the President of Nigeria.”

Horsfall said that the reasons adduced by the faceless group against the person of Ndiomu and his leadership were baseless, frivolous and a concoction of fairy tales and primitive.

The statement read: “They should therefore shut their mouths and bury their heads in shame, as it is now crystal clear that the reason why they want Ndiomu out is because he has refused to do their criminal bidding.

“It is sad that the region has become a warehouse of falsehood and self-denial. Those affected by BVN issues are encouraged to look for lawful means to clear their names, as the NDIG will not hesitate to publish the names of these contractors and sponsors soon if they don’t desist from spreading falsehood.

“The NDIG commends General Ndiomu on the recently launched Cooperative Scheme, and considers it one of the best ways to create windows of opportunities for youths in the region.”

The statement added that Ndiomu who is fondly regarded as the ‘People’s General’ is “widely loved and accepted across the region.”

NUT Burutu Passes 'Vote of No Confidence' on Rufus over Fraud

NUT Burutu Passes 'Vote of No Confidence' on Rufus over Fraud

...... Petition him against reappointment as LEA Secretary 

Francis Tayor

Warri _____ Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Burutu Local Government Branch has passed a 'Vote of No Confidence' against the reappointment of the immediate past Local Education Authority (Burutu LEA) Education Secretary, Mr. Rufus Oyakebiseimor Eserifa over alleged embezzlement, misappropriation of public funds (Subventions and National Housing Funds), extortion of teachers among others meant for the welfare of teachers in the LGA.

In a statement released on Wednesday 31 May, 2023 and signed by the Chairman NUT Burutu, Comrade Ebisine Bare and the Assistant Secretary, Comrade Ebipade Ebi Faith at Kiagbodo Town, Burutu LGA after a free, fair and credible election where a total of fifty members casted their votes 28 against 22 during the general meeting.

The body in the petition addressed to the Chairman, State Universal and Basic Education Board, Asaba and copied The Chairman, House Committee on Education Delta State House of Assembly, The Chairman, Local Government Service Commission Asaba, The Executive Chairman, Burutu Local Government Area Council Burutu, The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Delta State, Asaba as well as The Chairman, Association of Heads Primary Schools of Nigeria, ( AOPSHON) Delta State, stated that for peace and stability to reign in the local education sector, it urged the approving authority (SUBEB) to advise the nominating authority, the Local Government Chairman in the person of Rt. Hon. Godknows Angele to nominate another credible, competent and experienced candidate for the position.

They however, vehemently kicked against the renomination of Mr. Rufus Eserifa who has been indicted with financial fraud and corrupt practices over his tenure as LEA Secretary, stressing that any effort to bring him back will joepadize the system completely because the teachers have lost confidence in him.

However, read below full details of the Petition...

The Chairman,

State Universal and Basic Education Board,

Asaba.

Sir,

RESOLUTION REACHED BY THE NIGERIA UNION OF TEACHERS BURUTU LGA BRANCH IN RESPECT OF VOTING FOR OR AGAINST THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. RUFUS OYAKEBISEIMOR ESERIFA AS EDUCATION SECRETARY BURUTU LOCAL GOVERNMENT EDUCATION AUTHORITY ON GROUNDS OF EMBEZZLEMENT AND MISAPPROPRIATION OF SUBVENTIONS AND NATIONAL HOUSING FUNDS AMONG OTHERS

Sir, arising from a general meeting of the Nigeria Union of Teachers ( NUT ) Burutu Branch on the 31st day of May, 2023 at Ngbile Primary School Kiagbodo, the members therein, in a free, fair and credible election voted against the reappointment of the immediate past Education Secretary, Mr. Rufus Oyakebiseimor Eserifa on grounds of embezzlement, misappropriation of public funds ( subventions and National Housing Funds among others).

A total of 50 (fifty) voters cast their votes and collation was done by a team of three (3) competent teachers appointed by the Chairman NUT Burutu for this purpose. They were;

1. Comrade Ebiotu Amaekiye

2. Mr. Kodokor Prestar and

3. Miss Alu Rita

At the close of the election, the collated results were announced by Comrade Ebisine Bare ( C/M NUT Burutu ) and that by a simple majority 28 votes against 22 votes were announced. That is, the teachers voted against reappointment of the immediate past Education Secretary on grounds of embezzlement and misappropriation of public funds.

It was the collective resolution of the teachers of Burutu Local Government Area  that Mr. Rufus Oyakebiseimor Eserifa should not be nominated for another term as education secretary because the teachers in the Local Government Area have passed a vote of no confidence on him, especially as regards his financial acuity and accountability. For peace and stability to reign in the local education sector , it was resolved that the approving authority SUBEB should advise the nominating authority, the Local Government Chairman to nominate a credible , experienced and competent candidate for the position.

Attached overleaf are the minutes, attendance with signatures appended and the earlier petition filed for your perusal and necessary action.

Thank you.

Your's faithfully,

Comr. Ebisine Bare

Branch Chairman

Comr. Ebipade Ebi Faith

Branch Asst. Secretary

CC:

1. The Chairman,

House Committee on Education

Delta State House of Assembly

2. The Chairman,

Local Government Service Commission ,

Asaba.

3. The Executive Chairman,

Burutu Local Government Area Council, 

Burutu.

4. The Chairman,

Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT)

Delta State,

Asaba.

5. The Chairman,

Association of Heads Primary Schools of Nigeria, ( AOPSHON )

Delta State.

Onduku Salutes Aguariavwodo on Senior Political Adviser Appointment

Onduku Salutes Aguariavwodo on Senior Political Adviser Appointment 

Francis Tayor

Warri ______ Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Ward 7 Ayakoromo Community in Burutu Local Government Area of the state, Mr. Charlse Oyinbi Onduku has congratulated and rejoiced with distinguished Senator Emmanuel Edesiri Aguariavwodo on his appointment as the Senior Political Adviser (SPA) to the Government of Delta State by His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State.

Onduku who is a youth leader and PDP grassroot mobilizer in a statement released on Friday morning at Burutu, described the appointment of Senator Aguariavwodo as Senior Political Adviser as a well deserved one, stressing that the most celebrated elderstatesman from Okpare-Olomu kingdom in Ughelli South LGA will deliver on the assignment given to him by the Delta State Government.

Onduku noted that the former Managing Director of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), a former House of Representatives member and Senator representing Delta Central with his wealth of experience in deep knowledge in political process and policy making who has recorded tremendous impact in the state, National and lnternational community will make meaningful impact in this Oborevwori led administration as SPA.

As a committed nationalist and firm believer in one indissoluble Delta, Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo will be of great asset to the current administration, Onduku remarked.

However, he pray for God divine protection, strength and wisdom to the former Delta State Governorship aspirant, Senator Aguariavwodo to pilot the affairs of the new assignment given to him by the Delta State Government, the statement added.

How 80 Years-Old U.S President, Joe Biden Falls on Stage at Colorado

How 80 Years-Old U.S President, Joe Biden Falls on Stage at Colorado

U.S. President, Joe Biden falls during the graduation ceremony at the United States Air Force Academy, just North of Colorado Springs in El Paso County, Colorado, on June 1, 2023. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP).

President Joe Biden stumbled to the floor on Thursday, while handing out diplomas at a graduation ceremony for the US Air Force Academy in Colorado.

Biden, who is the nation’s oldest serving president at 80, was seen being helped up by Air Force officials and walking back to his seat unassisted.

The president had been standing for about an hour and half to shake hands with each of the 921 graduating cadets.

The White House communications director said “he’s fine”.

“There was a sandbag on stage while he was shaking hands,” Ben LaBolt wrote on Twitter.

A White House press pool report also earlier said President Joe Biden had tripped on a black sandbag while moving on stage.

US President Joe Biden is helped up after falling during the graduation ceremony at the United States Air Force Academy, just north of Colorado Springs in El Paso County, Colorado, on June 1, 2023. 

Footage of the incident shows Mr Biden appearing to point at the sandbag as he gets back on his feet.

He was seen jogging back to his motorcade, apparently uninjured, when the ceremony ended shortly after the accident.

Critics have said he is too old to run for a second term as president.

Recent polls have suggested a majority of US voters are concerned about his advanced age. He would be 82 at the start of a second term if he wins.

This fall, in addition to previous stumbles off his bicycle and on the way up the Air Force One stairs, may add to concerns.

Edumogiren Felicitates with Oborevwori as he Assume Office as Governor of Delta State

Edumogiren Felicitates with Oborevwori as he Assume Office as Governor of Delta State 

Francis Tayor

Warri ________ Former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Burutu LGA, and the immediate past Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to former Delta State governor Okowa on Community Development, Hon. Godwin Ebiakpo Edumogiren, has felicitated with, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori on the occasion of his successful inauguration  as executive governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023 at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

Edumogiren who hailed from Ward 7 Ayakoromo Federated Community and a leader of PDP Burutu LGA, described Rt. Hon. Elder Oborevwori successful sworn-in as the Executive Governor of Delta State as a well deserved one, while calling on all Deltans to strongly support the new administration for a better Delta, so as to enable him achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people.

The PDP Chieftain further described the new governor as a man with excessive local content and street credibility as well as a grassroot oriented politician with community-based knowledge for development.

While congratulating Oborevwori, he however draw his attention to facilitate the speedy completion of Ayakoromo bridge project in Burutu, stressing that when the project is completed, it will enable SPDC access Grangbene deep A Oil Well located at Oyangbene and Tambou creek behind Ayakoromo community. 

He further added that the bridge will also open up riverine communities in Burutu Local Government Area to urban cities, thereby ease the movement of farm products, goods and services amongst others to make life easier for coastal residents.

Timi Sets to Tie Marital Knot to Queen on June 1, at Oghior in Delta

Timi Sets to Tie Marital Knot to Queen on June 1, at Oghior in Delta 

Francis Tayor

Warri ______  A renowned Niger Delta ljaw born human rights activist, political analyst, social critics and the else while Spokesman of ljaw People Development Initiative (lPDI), Comrade Timinepere Ogobiri popularly known as the Mayor is set to tie the marital knot to his heartbeat, Miss Queen Clever tomorrow.

According to the statement signed by the two love birds stated that the traditional marriage ceremony is taken place tomorrow Thursday June 1st, 2023 at Oghior Community Primary School field in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State.

The duo however use this medium to respectively invite their friends, colleagues, well wishers and the general public to celebrate with them on their special day of joy, adding that there is proper arrangement to entertain and host their guests 

However, read below in full details of the marriage ceremony.

The Families of Late Mr. POKINA CLEVERLY of OGHIOR Town in Ughelli South L.G.A 

                       & 

ELDER FRANCIS OGOBIRI of Bulu-Angiama Town in Patani L.G.A Both in Delta State

We Humbly Request Mr, Mrs Chief, Hon, Dr, Prof, HRH, HRM, Comrade, Engr, Clergyman, Priest 

 presence-----Mr,Mrs John Anegba  to the Traditional Wedding ceremony of their Children's Miss AYOROH QUEEN CLEVER And  Niger Delta Rights Activist TIMINEPERE OGOBIRI 

Date: 1st of June, 2023

Time: 11am prompt 

Venue: Oghior primary

school field, opposite Late Chief Tiyoyo family compound. 

Please Follow Description to Venue through Ekiugbo opposit Otovwodo Park opposit Otovwodo Park in Ughelli, drive to Oteri, then head to Otu Jeremi Town, ask for the route to Oghior Town.

From Effurun-Warri round about to Dsc round about, then stop at Udu Express junction and drive to ubogo junction and head straight to Oghior primary school. 

Safe Journey. 

Toast: Man propose God disposes, our plan and God plans for us is different. In all settle for God plan.

Thanks for honouring us with your esteem presence on our special day of tying the knot traditionally.

RSVP:

07087112924, Mayor Timi 

08038784455,  

08117893509, Ovie  Pinces  Clever 

07051611752, Ufuoma Clever

Good Sex is the Secret to my Long Life,102 Year Old UK Woman Reveals

Good Sex is the Secret to my Long Life,102 Year Old UK Woman Reveals

A 102-year-old British woman, identified as Joyce Jackman, has attributed her longevity to good sex.

Jackman, who celebrated her 102nd birthday on May 9, stated that “good sex and good sherry” leads to long-term satisfaction, New York Post reports.

According to her, a combination of both has helped her live for over a century.

Speaking about her birthday celebration, the centenarian said, “I had such a lovely day.

“I can’t believe I’m 102. It must be all the chocolate I eat that’s helped...

Subsidy Removal Takes Effect June 31, Not Now, Tinubu Tells Nigerians

Subsidy Removal Takes Effect June 31, Not Now, Tinubu Tells Nigerians

According to President Bola Tinubu, neither the announcement of the withdrawal of the fuel subsidy nor the action taken by his administration are fresh developments.

Following the lengthy lines at gas stations around the country just hours after the news President announced the termination of fuel subsidies, according to newsmen, Tinubu made this statement

The Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Media Centre said in a statement on Tuesday that Tinubu was only reporting the status quo when he announced the withdrawal of gasoline subsidies would not be effective right away.

According to the statement, the development is not brand-new because the budget for fuel subsidies under the previous administration was only intended to cover the first half of the year.

However, it claimed that the frantic buying that followed the statement was unnecessary.

The statement reads:

 “The public is advised to note that President Bola Tinubu’s declaration that “subsidy is gone” is neither a new development nor an action of his new administration.

“He was merely communicating the status quo, considering that the previous administration’s budget for fuel subsidy was planned and approved to last for only the first half of the year.

“Effectively, this means that by the end of June, the Federal Government will be without funds to continue the subsidy regime, translating to its termination.

“The panic-buying that has ensued as a result of the communication is needless; it will not take immediate effect.

“Furthermore, President Tinubu was clear about his plans to re-channel the funds previously devoted to the payment of subsidies into better investments that will cushion the effects of the removal on the general public, especially the poor of the poor. This includes but is not limited to investments in public infrastructure, education, healthcare and jobs that will materially improve the lives of millions of Nigerians and increase their earning potentials.

Mulade Rejoices with Oborevwori on Successful Inauguration as Governor of Delta State

Mulade Rejoices with Oborevwori on Successful Inauguration as Governor of Delta State 

Asaba_____ A Delta State-born development and environmental justice advocate Comrade (Chief) Mulade Sheriff has congratulated His Excellency (Rt. Hon.) Sheriff Oborevwori for his successful swearing in as executive governor of Delta State.

While describing the swearing in of Rt. Hon. Oborevwori as the Executive Governor of oil-rich Delta State, a well deserved one, Chief Mulade called on all Deltans to strongly support the new administration for a better Delta, just as he implored other residents of the state to work with the Governor to achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people.

He described the new governor, who was elected on May 18th, 2023, as a man with excessive local content and street credibility and a grassroot politician with community-based knowledge for development.

Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Sorimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of the State, and a former PDP governorship aspirant, urged all citizens to give maximum support and cooperate with Governor Oborevwori for a better and safer Delta State.

Importantly, he charged the governor to run an all-inclusive government in order to sustain the existing peace and attract development to the state, irrespective of ethnic, political, or religious affiliations.

In Mulade’s words; "it is imperative to state that the elections have come and gone; now is the time to build bridges of reconciliation with all aggrieved persons in the state and to focus on good governance for the prosperous Delta State of our dreams".

Chief Abeh Bags Nigerian National Merit Award as Peace Ambassador

Chief Abeh Bags Nigerian National Merit Award as Peace Ambassador

Francis Tayor

Abuja______ A renowned Delta born advocate for peace, unity and good governance, Hon. Chief. Christian Moses Abeh, has been honoured  with the Award of Ambassador of National Leadership and Peace by Mission For Peace and Development Initiative, MPDI, a reputable Abuja based Non Governmental Organization.

The epoch making event took place on the 27th of May, 2023 on the occasion of this year's edition of Mission For Peace and Development Initiative National Conference on "THE PEACE AND UNITY OF THE NATION NIGERIA" at the Nigeria Merit Award House, Maitaima, Abuja.

Presenting the award on behalf of the organization, the Organizing Secretary, Mr. Orinya O. Fred, said Chief. Moses Abeh was honoured based on his immense contributions to National Peace, Unity, Development and overall Progress of Nigeria over the years.

He noted that Abeh laudable contributions and indelible records in pursuit of national peace, unity and overall progress of our nation Nigeria is overwhelming and cannot be taken for granted.

He reiterated that Abeh's selection and endorsement for the award came upon thorough investigations and opinion poll conducted on personalities that have strongly influenced and shaped the Nigeria nation positively.

The organization in conclusion described Abeh as a leader per excellence, lover of humanity and a nation builder, the statement added.

Reacting to the development, the recipient Hon. Chief. Moses Christian Abeh appreciated God for the honour bestowed on him by the organization.

He dedicated the award to the downtrodden ones in the society, adding that he will continue to do his best in serving humanity and canvas for peace, unity and good governance for a better Nigeria for all to enjoy.

SETRACO Visits Ayakoromo Community, to Start Work on Monday May 29

SETRACO Visits Ayakoromo Community, to Start Work on Monday May 29 

On Saturday May 27, 2023, representatives of the new contractor of Ayakoromo bridge project, SETRACO Nig Ltd visited Ayakoromo community in preparation to mobilize to site to commence work.

The company was represented by the site engineer, Engr. Isaac Edafe and the Administrative Officer, Mr. Ozor Cazedan precisely.

According to the duo, said the visit was to officially inform Ayakoromo community of SETRACO readiness to mobilize to site so as to commence work on Monday nextweek since Delta State Government reawarded the contract to them.

Speaking at the meeting, Dr. Ahmed Saibakumo asked the company representatives in order to know the job specification, when  to complete the job and how much to pay workers. He further pleaded with SETRACO to try and complete the project within the job specification time, and that Ayakoromo community will provide the enabling environment for the work to go smoothly.

In his contribution, Engr. Henry Yeigagha also asked to know the job specification and urged SETRACO to do a quality job for Ayakoromo bridge, while citing Gbaregolo/Esyanma bridge that has collapse barely after few years of completion. He further caution Ayakoromo community youths against unauthorize visit at the bridge construction site, adding that any issue of contention should pass through the community Liaison Officer, CLO which is the proper channel of communication.

In his response, the SETRACO representative, Engr. Edafe said the job duration is two years. By two years time they are sure of completing the job if all the necessary logistics are provided by their client Delta State Government. In terms of employment and contract to supply materials and other logistics, Engr. Edafe said SETRACO will definitely engage community youths and indigenous contractors to do the job as work progresses. There is no room for outsiders to take over the jobs of the host communities, he said.

In his contribution, the CLO Ayakoromo bridge project, Dcn. Desmond Gbafade Edumogiren highilted what is required in terms of employment, security, intelligent gathering and other logistics needed for the smooth operation and completion of the job. He added that Ayakoromo community is fully behind the company and state government, stressing that anybody from within or outside both communities planning to cause problem in order to slow down the project, the community will deal with such persons to the best of their strength, he stated.

In his reaction, the Spokesman of Ayakoromo community Elders Council, Mr. Eric Saibakumo appealed to SETRACO to please do a very good job for the community, stressing that Ayakoromo community is peaceful and will continue to support the company and the state government in security wise to complete the job.

While Mr. Francis Elaweremi also urged SETRACO to focus on the mandate given to them by the government to complete the job at the specification time, adding that Ayakoromo community are eager for the completion of the bridge for the interest of the public, he added.

Some persons present at the meeting include; Dr. Ahmed Saibakumo, Engr. Henry Yeigagha, Mr. Francis Elaweremi, Dr. Boss Akanyo, Dr. William Apiakise, Mr. Joseph Edumogiren, Mr. Sasuode from Yenagoa and Warri. Others are Mr. Richard Ebibofa, Chairman Ayakoromo community, Mr. Eric Saibakumo, Spokesman Ayakoromo community elders Council, Dibis Akeme, ATECO Chairman, Field Eyenanaotu, Destiny Ogbe, Financial Secretary Ayakoromo community etc.