Mulade Advises Leaders of Benikrukru Community to Lease Land to Attract Development and Not for Sale

Mulade Advises Leaders of Benikrukru Community to Lease Land to Attract Development and Not for Sale 

A Warri based peace and development advocate, Comrade Chief Sheriff Mulade has repeated his appeal to the leadership of the good people of Benikrukru Community in Gbaramatu Kingdom (where he hails from), to donate any portion of land required by indigenes of the area for investment, not to sell to same, so as to encourage connected indigenes to attract investment to the locality.

The renowned peace and environmental justice advocate also appealed to people of that community not to set a dangerous precedence by selling land to indigenes, as that might create chaos in the nearest future and negatively affect the growth and development of the ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom in future.

Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Serimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, re-emphasized the need to encourage and support investment by donating land as equity stake that would guarantee security and sustainable benefit to generations yet unborn.

The Gbaramatu-born peace advocate emphasized that all sons and daughters of Benikrukru Community were entitled to land free of charge as bonafide indigenes, and not to buy land under any disguise whatsoever.

He strongly advised: "We should support and encourage any of our indigenes who has the capacity to attract investors to Gbaramatu Kingdom, especially Benikrukru Community, to create employment and job opportunities for our teeming youths that will in turn attract massive development to the area. Therefore, we should appreciate one of our indigenes for his contributions to the development and growth of the community, and also for showcasing the potentials of the community to the outside world". 

Nothing further,  Sheriff Mulade emphasized that, "land should be donated freely as the community equity contribution towards supporting his efforts,  instead of selling land to him. This will serve as motivation to this illustrious son, and many others like him."

Mulade expressed strong belief that the prevailing harsh economic situation in Nigeria today was not enough for Benikrukru people to forget his  contributions to the economic growth of the community. "Let us avoid doing things that are inimical to natural justice, equity and fair play," Mulade advised. 

The Ijaw-born High Chief said Benikrukru land belongs to all the indigenes with free holding entitlement, and strongly advised that the community should support and contribute to the investment move of our illustrious son, without selling of land under any disguise. Let remember and learn from history, he added.

N5m for Grabs, as LOC Begins Sale of Forms for 2024 Delta Ethnic Peace & Unity Cup Competition

N5m for Grabs, as LOC Begins Sale of Forms for 2024 Delta Ethnic Peace & Unity Cup Competition

Warri____ The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Delta Ethnic Peace and Unity Cup Competition, formerly known as Ijaw/Itesekiri Peace and Unity Football Tournament, has announced the commencement of the sale of forms to applicants.

The biennial football tournament, organized by Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, and sponsored by Comrade (Chief) Sheriff Mulade, is aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and unity among Ijaw, Itsekiri, Isoko and Urhobo ethnic groups in Delta State, after the conflict and crisis that erupted in the State, particularly in Warri and its environs some years back.

The tournament, aimed at building bridges of unity and promoting socio-economic economic growth and development, will also help to discover many football talents at the grassroots in Delta State, with multiplier benefits for Deltans and the State.

The LOC Chairman, Hon. Kenneth Nwaomucha disclosed on Tuesday that the registration form is now available for sale at N100,000, from 17th September to 16th October, 2024.

Payment can be made to Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, Zenith Bank Account Number 1015535970.

*NOTE:* The deadline for the submission of completed forms is 16th of October, 2024.

The Delta Ethnic Peace and Unity Cup Competition kicks off on the 16th of November, 2024 to mark this year's International Day of Tolerance in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, SDG-16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institution, and also to celebrate sustainable peace and peaceful coexistence among the diverse ethnic groups in Delta State. 

For further inquiries, you can reach us on GSM: 08037211166, 08032340001and 08061675744.

Delta Land Dispute: Mulade Cautions Against Selling of Benikrukru Land, Calls on Gbaramatu Pere Intervention

Delta Land Dispute: Mulade Cautions Against Selling of Benikrukru Land, Calls on Gbaramatu Pere Intervention 

WARRI____ Gbaramatu Kingdom, born renowned global peace ambassador and development advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, has called on the good and peace loving people of Benikrukru Community in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government of Delta State to kindly desist and avoid laying a wrong precedent in the community and Gbaramatu Kingdom at large.

Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Serimowei of Ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom, gave the advice over the weekend and cautioned the leadership of the community led by Comrade Joel Tonjoh to be careful and not to trade with the future of our yet unborn generations.

He made this position known, against the backdrop of an ongoing attempt by the Comrade Joel Tonjoh-led leadership of the Benikrukru community in attempt to sell off certain portions of lands measuring over four hundreds acres, in a most clandestine, suspicious, unpatriotic and dubious manner, devoid of any  historical or cultural antecedents.

The Benikrukru born environmental rights activist, hereby call on the Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oboro Gbaraun II and Elders of Benikrukru community to call the Comrade Joel Tonjoh and his Executives  to order, halt and desist from attempting to sell any parcel or part of Benikrukru land under any disguise; and that, Benikrukru Community should rather encourage and support any of her son or daughter who has the capacity to attract investors and development to the area. "I strongly advise that we should support any of our indigenes who have the capacity to attract and woo investors to Gbaramatu Kingdom, especially Benikrukru Community," he said.

"I want to emphasize that, the community ought to, and should demonstrate gratitude to one of our own (Name withheld), who has contributed immensely to the growth and development of the community and bringing the community to limelight, and should be given land to invest freely, as an equity stake contributions, in support of his investment drive, and not the other way round by selling. This would be a very laudable encouragement to this illustrious son of ours and many others, "he opined.

 "I strongly think that no amount of poverty, ignorance, and 'stomach infrastructures' should allow us to condescend so low in-spite of his huge contributions to the community development and we should avoid doing things that are inimical to natural justice and fair play. 

It is imperative to state clearly that Benikrukru Community land in Gbaramatu Kingdom belongs to all sons and daughters with inalienable rights. Therefore, no individual should be subjected or denial of such rights, and such that is capable of generating crisis and litigation in the nearest future.

The Benikrukru community born, Ibe-Serimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, strongly appealed to the community to support and contribute to investment drive as community equity contributions to our people, rather than selling any part or parcel of land. "Let it equally be on record that any purported sells Deeds of Conveyance will be resisted with every available legal means," he asserted.

Otuaro Prays for Peace, Unity in Nigeria at Aziza Father lgologolo Temple in N'Delta

Otuaro Prays for Peace, Unity in Nigeria at Aziza Father lgologolo Temple in N'Delta 

....... Urges Nigerians to embrace their culture 

Warri _The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, in the Niger Delta region, High Chief Dr. Dennis Otuaro, on Wednesday joned other well meaning Nigerians to pray for peace and unity in Nigeria, especially the Niger Delta region in order to fastrack development from federal government.

He also used the medium to charged Nigerians, particularly the Ijaw ethnic nationality, to recognise their roots by embracing their cultural traditions.

The Administrator gave the charge at the Father Igologolo Temple in Saimuzu-Ama, a spiritual holy worship site in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, on the 12th September, 2024.

Dr. Otuaro participated in the potent spiritual ceremony with High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, who is the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL, and the spiritual head of the Ijaw people.

According to the PAP Boss, who said he is a proud traditionalist, urged everyone to embrace their cultural traditions, emphasizing that real progress starts with an appreciation and respect for one's past.

Dr. Otuaro, the Ibe Uyadonwei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, also took his time during the ceremony to pray for Nigeria's unity and peace, especially for the Niger Delta region. 

He reassured participants of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's dedication to the Renewed Hope Agenda, stressing that the development and well-being of the Niger Delta continue to be a top priority for the present government.

His attendance at the event, with the gathering of leaders devoted to maintaining Ijaw traditions, served as a reminder of the close ties that the Ijaw people have to their traditional ways of life.

Dangote Refinery to Start Supply of Fuel on 15th September, 2024 Across Nigeria

Dangote Refinery to Start Supply of Fuel on 15th September, 2024 Across Nigeria

In a monumental move, the Federal Government has brokered a deal with Dangote Refinery to the commencement of petrol supply, effectively ending the crippling fuel scarcity that has plagued Nigeria. This breakthrough comes after intense negotiations between both parties, culminating in a mutually beneficial agreement.

Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service and member of the Presidential Committee on the Sale of Crude Oil and Refined Products, declared that “the wait is over” as the Dangote Refinery prepares to unleash a torrent of petrol into the market, starting September 15.

In a masterstroke, NNPC Limited will supply a whopping 385,000 barrels of crude oil to the Dangote Refinery from October 1, 2024. In return, the refinery will flood the domestic market with petrol and diesel, payable in Naira, thereby liberalizing the fuel supply chain.

Adedeji emphasized that this groundbreaking agreement will extinguish the petrol scarcity fire, while enabling the government to sustain subsidy payments.

He added that diesel will be sold in Naira by the Dangote Refinery to any interested buyer, while PMS will be exclusively sold to NNPC, which will then distribute to marketers.

This agreement marks a significant turning point in Nigeria’s fuel supply saga, promising to bring relief to the masses and revitalize the economy. The nation eagerly awaits the commencement of this supply to end the fuel crisis.

Chief of Defence Inaugurates Joint Security Team to Fight Against Oil Theft in N'Delta

Chief of Defence Inaugurates Joint Security Team to Fight Against Oil Theft in N'Delta 

General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, has inaugurated a joint monitoring team to intensify military operations in the South-South region, aiming to optimize oil production and achieve a target of 2.2 million barrels per day.

A statement on Wednesday by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, outlined the team’s role in optimising the efforts of the military and security agencies in the oil-producing area.

The statement read, “The CDS emphasised that the monitoring teams’ primary role is to enhance military and security operations in the region. Their objective is to assess performance and report back to commanders for improvement. He noted the collaboration between the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies, which has significantly boosted daily oil production.”

General Musa highlighted the Defence Headquarters’ aim to foster a collective effort in fulfilling constitutional responsibilities without assigning blame.

The team is expected to coordinate with the Joint Task Force, South-South Operation DELTA SAFE, other security agencies, and stakeholders in the oil sector to ensure smooth operations.

“The team is aware of the mandate given by President Bola Tinubu to increase oil production to 2.2 million barrels per day by December. Securing critical national infrastructure and collaborating with oil companies to maximise production are essential to this task,” the statement continued.

The Chairman of the Defence Monitoring Team, Major General Jamiu Jimoh, acknowledged the support received from troops and other security agencies in the region. He pledged that the team would work diligently to achieve the target of 2.2 million barrels per day

With the launch of this joint security team, Nigeria’s Defence Chief has taken a decisive step towards ramping up oil production, ensuring the security of critical infrastructure, and maximizing collaboration with oil companies to achieve the set target.

CSO Sympathises with Borno Govt, Citizens over Flood Disaster, as Mulade, Waiya call for Collective Action

CSO Sympathises with Borno Govt, Citizens over Flood Disaster, as Mulade, Waiya call for Collective Action 

The Nigeria for Peace Project, N4P, a civil society organisation, has conveyed its sympathy to the Borno State government and its citizens over the tragic flood incident that has led to loss of lives and the destruction of properties in the state capital, Maiduguri.

The group's statement is contained in a press release signed by its convener and co-convener, Chief (Amb.) Mulade Sheriff and Amb. Ibrahim Waiya, respectively, on Friday, September 13, 2024.

Part of the statement reads, "We, the leading and coordinating civil society organizations known as the Nigeria for Peace Project (N4P) from the thirty-six states and the FCT, as well as in the Diaspora, hereby send our sympathy to the government and people of Borno State, following the recent flood disaster which ravaged major parts of the State.

"Our hearts are heavy, as we sadly witness the loss of lives and property, caused by the flood which also displaced many families and exposed many homes to untold hardships. In this trying period in the history of Nigeria, we commit ourselves to be in solidarity with the affected people and communities.

"While we offer our prayers to those who have lost their lives or their loved ones, we pray God for mercy and eternal rest for the victims. We also pray for the speedy recovery of those who have sustained some injuries.

"May the Almighty Allah grant those who lost their loved ones the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss; and the strength to stand firmly in this trying moment, as they struggle to cope with the new reality and recover from the shock,"the N4P prayed.

Speaking further om behalf of the N4P, Chief Mulade and Amb. Waiya in their co-joined statement, called for collective action from the Federal Government, wealthy individuals, philanthropists, organizations among other stakeholders to rally support for the affected citizens of Borno State.

"We enjoin the Federal and State Governments, and relevant bodies across board to respond to the demanding situation which requires a collective action to support the victims and families in the affected communities to ensure that the victims receive the necessary support and assistance.

"We also call on all wealthy individuals, philanthropists and organizations to lend their unconditional support for our brothers and sisters at this critical time of need.

"We pray that God Almighty in His infinite mercies will protect our dear country from the reoccurrence of a flood disaster, protect and bless Borno State and its people, and may the victims regain their strength to survive this tragedy and come out of it stronger.

"Please accept our condolences and sympathy,"the group added. 

It would be recalled that heavy rains had caused a dam to collapse in the northeast state, leading to severe flooding, which according to The PUNCH, left 414,000 people displaced and another 30 were killed by the flood incident in Maiduguri, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.

Excellent Academic Feats Excite Otuaro as PAP Scholarship Student Bags First Class in Law

Excellent Academic Feats Excite Otuaro as PAP Scholarship Student Bags First Class in Law

•••As 60 PAP Scholarship Students Make First Class Between 2016-2023

A student on the scholarship scheme of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Kemien Egbekun, has graduated with a CGPA of 4.77 (first class degree) in Law at the Michael and Cecilia Ibru University (MCIU), Agbara-Otor, Delta State.

Two other students sponsored by the PAP, Oladapo Damilola and Toikumo Prosper, also made a second-class upper-division grade in Law at the same MCIU. They all participated in the university's 6th convocation ceremony on September 6, 2024.

No fewer than 60 students sponsored by the PAP made first class in different competitive disciplines between 2016 and 2023 at various partnering universities as confirmed by the Head of Education, Dr Charles Ariye.

The disciplines include electrical/electronics engineering, computer science, civil engineering, accounting, law, petroleum engineering, physics, international relations, chemistry, biochemistry, political science, medical laboratory science, microbiology, industrial chemistry, among others.

Though the scorecard for 2024 is being awaited from the various institutions, Egbekun and her colleagues have by their laudable academic achievements, added to the constantly growing number of the PAP scholarship scheme beneficiaries who had scored similar excellent grades in various courses of study at partnering institutions.

Meanwhile, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has expressed delight over the sterling academic performances of students sponsored by the Programme.

He spoke on the heels of the meritorious academic feats of the Arogbo-Ijaw-born Egbekun and others, according to a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Igoniko Oduma, on Wednesday.

Otuaro said his administration was encouraged by the quality of academic grades achieved by the PAP scholarship students, which had become a part of the success stories of the programme in the advancement of human capital development in the Niger Delta.

He stressed that their creditable academic performances were a testament to the well-intentioned educational objectives of the scholarship scheme and the mandate of the PAP for the region.

Otuaro commended the PAP graduates for recording first-class and second-class upper-division grades in their disciplines, noting that they had made the Federal Government, the PAP Office, their communities and the region proud.

He challenged current PAP scholarship students in the various partnering institutions to be spurred on by the admirable grades made by their predecessors to maintain the commendable trajectory.

The PAP boss attributed the worthy academic feats of PAP scholarship graduates to President Bola Tinubu's strong support for the Office.

He stressed that it conforms with his Renewed Hope Agenda of sustainable, peace, stability and development in the region.

He therefore thanked the president for his fatherly encouragement to the Office and his willingness to do more due to his genuine love for the people of the Niger Delta.

Otuaro said his administration was taking steps to ensure that more scholarship opportunities were created for deserving students.

He stated, "We are elated by the fantastic academic performances of the Presidential Amnesty Programme scholarship scheme students. Achieving such impressive grades as first-class and second-class upper division is no mean academic feat.

"These achievements reinforce the fact that the PAP is on the right track implementing its mandate. We are delighted and encouraged by this fact, and are taking appropriate steps to deepen efforts at achieving more in educational and vocational initiatives.

"We must thank President Bola Tinubu for his strong support for the programme and the undying love he has for the people of the Niger Delta through his Renewed Hope Agenda. He is committed to sustainable peace, stability and development in the region. He needs to be appreciated and encouraged also."

Dagidi Sworn-ln Ofurobiri as Secretary Bomadi LGA, Says Transition Process Complete

Dagidi Sworn-ln Ofurobiri as Secretary Bomadi LGA, Says Transition Process Complete

*Charges SLG on dedication, service delivery

*Let's bury our differences under the Andaye-led administration—SLG

BOMADI____ The executive chairman, Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. Rawlings Dagidi Andaye, has sworn into office the Secretary to the Local Government, SLG, Hon. Famous Ofurobiri, describing the ceremony as an event that "completes the successful transition process" of his administration.

Hon. Andaye, swearing in the SLG at the Council Conference Hall, Wednesday, noted that the SLG played a vital role in the local government administration, stressing he served as the chief scribe, secretary to the executive committee and coordinator of the various departments of the council.

In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the council chairman, Chancel Bomadi Sunday, just after the ceremony, the council boss was quoted as re-echoing his administration's resoluteness in fulfilling campaign promises to the letter.

Hon. Andaye said: "It is with great joy and excitement that I welcome you all to this memorable occasion, marking the establishment of the Bomadi Local Government Executive Committee and the unification of the political class of the council area.

"As you may recall, on July 18, 2024, I swore in the honourable councillors and subsequently on August 22, 2024, I swore in five Supervisors, formally inaugurating the Local Government Executive Committee. Today's event completes the successful transition process.

"The office of the SLG plays a vital role, serving as the Chief Scribe, Secretary of the Executive Committee and Coordinator of the various departments. The secretary also liaises with the Legislative Arm through the Leader of the Legislative Assembly. In essence, the secretary is the cornerstone connecting technocrats with political officeholders.

"I charge you to see your appointment as a call to selfless service, dedicating yourself to the administration of the local government council with unwavering commitment, passion and relentless focus on delivering results.

"As you take office at this pivotal moment in our nation's history, prioritize energy between the Management Team, Political Class and Workforce, and drive transformative leadership and governance.

"I encourage you to demonstrate a high degree of responsibility, honesty, unity and dignity undeterred by the challenges ahead. Your suggestions for system improvement are always welcome as I maintain an open-door policy for colleagues, workers and the public.

"However, I acknowledge the enormity of the task before you, and I also acknowledge your qualities of diligence and competence in service delivery. I have no doubts that together with the Executive committee, Legislative Arm and career Civil Servants we will overcome the challenges.

"More so, I'm resolute in the fulfillment of my administration's main agenda of grassroots development in commensuration with the mandate given me by the people of Bomadi local government area.

"I congratulate you on your confirmation by the Delta State House of Assembly and your subsequent swearing in as Secretary to the Local Government. I pray that God grants you wisdom, strength and good health throughout your tenure".

In his response, Hon. Ofurobiri expressed appreciation to the executive chairman of council for deeming him fit to be appointed as the SLG, vowing to abide by the oath of office in the discharge of his assigned duties, diligently.

Hon. Ofurobiri, who was overwhelmed with joy and appreciation also thanked the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP family in Bomadi local government area, stressing there was the need to work in unity.

"On behalf of myself and the Bomadi PDP family, I appreciate you for considering me worthy of the office of the secretary to the Local Government. I will be diligent and discharge my duties effectively.

    We Must Bury our Differences 

"We have come to run an inclusive government, we have come to serve the people and everybody should see this administration as a united family. I will be supportive and discharge my duties effectively as secretary to the Local Government.

"I urge all party faithful to use the Dagidi Andaye-led government as a platform of sinking all differences, let's bury our differences within the PDP in the local government area", he said.

Army Commends Tantita, Tompolo on Donation of Newly Built Soldiers Transit Blocks for 3 Battalion Effurun

Army Commends Tantita, Tompolo on Donation of Newly Built Soldiers Transit Blocks for 3 Battalion Effurun 

Warri ____The Nigerian Army has expressed gratitude for the newly constructed 3 Battalion Soldiers’ Transit Accommodation built and furnished by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSL) for military personnel at Effurun Barrack in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.

The building which was commissioned by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Jamal Abdussalam is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, according to Empirenews reports.

Speaking at the event, Abdussalam, commended Tantita Security and High Chief Government Ekpemupolo alias Tompolo for initiating and completing the project as part of efforts in providing welfare for officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army.

Abdussalam pointed out that personnel of the Nigerian Army under the 6 Division would continue to protect critical national assets and provide a conducive atmosphere for crude and gas exploration activities in the region.

He remarked ,“Let me thank the Chief of Army Staff for his strategic guidance and leadership. The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army will continue to safeguard our critical national infrastructure in order to create a conducive atmosphere for the increase in our oil output.

“We’ll continue to conduct operations to ensure the maintenance of law and order in our area of responsibility.”

He noted that soldiers’ transit accommodation will not only help in lifting the spirit of personnel, but also enhance their outputs in ensuring that there is peace and order for development of their area of coverage.

“The soldier transit accommodation represents a remarkable milestone as it addresses the critical needs of troops which is accommodation.

“The project falls in line with the Chief of Army Staff command philosophy which is to transform the Nigerian Army into a well-trained and equipped and well motivated force towards achieving our constitutional responsibilities within a joint environment.

“In this vein, the transit accommodation to be commissioned today highlights the impactful discourse of social corporate responsibility in the spirit of jauntiness.

“I therefore commend the effort and contribution of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited in achieving this laudable project which will immensely impact the Unit, the Brigade and the Nigerian army.

“I am aware of the enormous resources Tantita committed in achieving this. The project indeed shows that our bond with you (Tantita) transcends the operational energy on the field and has enjoinder the spirit of camaraderie and goodwill which will be sustained.

“Again, I thank you most sincerely for complementing the Nigerian Army’s efforts of improving the welfare of personnel.

“I also want to urge Tantita that having completed this project in 3 Battalion Effurun, they should look for other Barracks within our area of responsibility so that they can extend their goodwill to them.

“Finally, I commend the efforts leading to the completion of 3 Battalion Soliders Transit Accommodation. The project will no doubt go a long way in lifting the spirit of personnel and enhancing their outputs,” he said.

Speaking at the event, Managing Director of TSSL, Engineer Keston Pondi, said the 3 Battalion Soldiers Transit Accommodation was initiated and constructed to boost welfare of military personnel posted to the region as well as to deepened the bond between Tantita and the Nigerian Army.

Pondi who was represented by the Executive Director of Operations/Technical Services, Captain Warredi Enisuoh, noted that Tantita Security would continue to collaborate with the Nigerian military and other state agents in stamping out crude oil theft in the region.

He commended the Chief of Army Staff and the heads of other security agencies in the country for supporting efforts of Tantita Security Services in the fight against crude oil theft and other illegal activities around the nation’s national assets in the region.

“You all know that our contract is based on performance and the performance cannot be removed from the fact that we have the support of the government security forces. With that performance, comes our salaries also. We are supposed to be more grateful to the security forces.

“This project has been an interesting project, it is of the Chairman (Tompolo) and Managing Director’s belief that this project is worth supporting.

“I promised you that we are not stopping here. We’ll continue to stand by you just as have always stood by us. This is the beginning of a great partnership”, he added.

Also in their separate remarks the chairman of Uvwie local government, Chief Anthony Ofoni and the commander of 3 Battalion, Major E. Onoja, commended Tantita Security for the gesture, noting that the project will enhance the operation of military personnel.

Miracle Soap: We’ve never used NAFDAC’s name to deceive Nigerians, Prophet Jeremiah reacts to NAFDAC claims

Miracle Soap: We’ve never used NAFDAC’s name to deceive Nigerians, Prophet Jeremiah reacts to NAFDAC claims 

The Senior Prophet of Christ MercyLand Deliverance Ministry, Abuja, Jeremiah Fufeyin, has denied allegations suggesting that his ministry has been using the name of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control to mislead the public regarding spiritual items.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the church’s media arm, and signed by Sophia Iloyd, the church described the allegations as false and misleading.

The statement was in a response to NAFDAC’s statement on Sunday, alerting the public to the activities of Fufeyin’schurch claiming he had been using the agency’s name to deceive the public.

The church, however, said it is a law-abiding institution that respects the laws of the land, including those of NAFDAC.

It emphasised that it operates under the protections of Sections 38 and 39 of the Nigerian Constitution, which guarantee freedom of religion and expression.

“As a church, we are guided by our faith and the teachings of the Bible. We have been using spiritual items as an expression of our religious beliefs.

“The church strongly denied claims made in the publication, which suggested that NAFDAC was warning the public about the ministry’s activities.

“At no point has our church deceived the public. We have not produced or sold consumable items to the public, let alone used NAFDAC’s name to do so,” the statement read

It further clarified that the only complaint pending against the church is a petition by one Mr. Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkblackman, who the church has taken to court over various allegations.

Fufeyin’s church acknowledged receiving a letter from NAFDAC dated August 27, 2024, which invited the church’s spiritual head for an inquiry into its use of miracle and healing items.

However, the church claimed that it was given less than 12 hours to respond and had already communicated its position to NAFDAC via official correspondence.

The church also alleged that the complainant, Otse, forged receipts to back his claims against the ministry.

These receipts, it said, were different from the ones typically issued by the church’s accounting office and had discrepancies in dates and details.

“We have written to NAFDAC and informed them that the receipts submitted by the complainant are under police investigation. Despite this, NAFDAC has not responded to our letters or provided any feedback on the matter,” the statement concluded.

Ijaw Leaders Commend Dagidi, Says Tempo Energy's Deal to Light up Bomadi is a Welcome Development

Ijaw Leaders Commend Dagidi, Says Tempo Energy's Deal to Light up Bomadi is a Welcome Development 

*Tempo Energy to install 400 megawatts turbine in Bomadi

*Fantastic, highly commendable project!—HRM Oporomo

*We're delighted this is coming to fruition—Bishop Egbebo

*We'll continue to pray for him—CAN

BOMADI—Both traditional and religious leaders in Ijawland have applauded the move to light up Bomadi, headquarters of Bomadi local government area of Delta State, and surrounding  communities in the council area, which is a bold step taken by the executive chairman of the council area, Hon. Rawlings Dagidi Andaye.

Recall that earlier last week, the Bomadi local government boss hosted the management of Tempo Energy Nigeria Limited in his office, where a deal was struck with the company to light up the riverside town and its surrounding communities.

After all necessary agreements had been ratified, the local government council boss and his team led the management of Tempo Energy to a designated land for the project in Bomadi, where a 400 megawatts turbine will be installed to generate electricity.

However, in a vox pop on the development, conducted by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the council chairman, Chancel Bomadi Sunday, the news of Bomadi to be lit up by a turbine having been in absolute darkness for over a decade, aroused the feelings of respite, joy and encomiums from Ijaw leaders and youths, not just in Bomadi local government area but across various clans in Ijawland.

It is Fantastic and Highly Commendable—HRM Oporomo

The Pere of Kerebiri-Mein Kingdom in Bomadi local government area, HRM (Barr) Godspower Tam Oporomo, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Andaye for the bold step taken with a promise to give all needed support to the project.

King Oporomo, who is the Commissioner for Ijaw National Affairs in Bayelsa State, said: "This is a highly commendable project, it is fantastic!

"Since he came on board, he has been doing what several others could not do. You can imagine, he has embarked on several projects in just a few days in office, projects such as building of civic centre, construction and renovation works and giving the local government secretariat a befitting status.

"I am happy, my people are happy and we will give him all necessary support. When I come down, I will pay him a visit to personally acknowledge the good works he has been doing in the council area.

"The long-awaited lighting of Bomadi and its environs is highly commendable and I thank him on behalf of my people, my kingdom and the good people of Bomadi local government area".

We're delighted this is coming to fruition—Bishop Egbebo

In his reaction, the bishop Catholic Diocese of Bomadi, Most Rev. Hyacinth Oroko Egbebo, said: "This is the kind of positive development we have been expecting from the government.

"We are very grateful to the Dagidi administration and we are so delighted this light is coming to fruition in Bomadi. I believe we are going to get so much more from the Dagidi administration.

"I thank the local government chairman, his executive and the collaborators in bringing relief and succour to the population of indigenes in Bomadi local government area. 

"We expect more good things from his leadership and may God guide and bless him".

We'll continue to pray for him—CAN chair

Moreover, the chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Bomadi local government chapter, Apostle (Dr) Liberty Ufuoma Usiayo, said that the body of Christ would continue to pray for the Andaye-led administration to achieve set goals.

"On behalf of the Christian community, I want to appreciate Hon. Dagidi Andaye for a job well done. We bless God for what He is using Dagidi to do.

"He has started very well, lighting up Bomadi is another thing we've been hoping for all these while. As you know, Bomadi has been in darkness for more than fifteen years and Dagidi appears to be the instrument God is using to light up Bomadi.

"We pray that God will earnestly bless and lift him, and we pray for God's protection of his government all through the number of years he is going to last in office.

"Once again, on behalf of the church in Bomadi local government area, I say thank you Hon. Dagidi and we are not going to relent, we will continue to pray that this project must come to pass. I will personally lead a team of pastors to visit the site of the project", Apostle Usiayo said.

Ijaw Youths are Happy with Hon. Andaye—Ex-agitator, General Ekiyes

In his reaction, the leader, APC Ex-agitators Forum, Delta State, General Para Ekiyes, said that all Ijaw youths were happy with recent happenings in Bomadi local government area, stressing the bold steps taken by the council chairman to lift Bomadi out of the dungeon were highly welcomed to all Ijaw youths.

He said: "I'm the national chairman of the 3rd Phase Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, and leader of the APC Ex-agitators Forum in Delta State. What the local government chairman is doing here gives every Ijaw the hope that Bomadi as a central point of the nation will be celebrated in the future.

"Light signifies development and this project is a welcome development to all Ijaw youths, in fact all the projects he is currently embarking on are development-oriented. 

"When this project is completed, Bomadi will boom and many traders, businesses and people will relocate to this place. It will be a place of attraction and all neighbouring communities in Burutu local government area and Ekeremor in Bayelsa State will feel the impact of development in this area.

"I'm from Burutu local government area but have a residence in Bomadi, and I want to assure him that Ijaw youths are happy over what he is doing for the progress and development of Ijaw land".

However, more and more encomiums on the council chairman's bold step are still banging my phone, especially calls from Ijaws in various professions expressing their desire to see this gigantic, laudable project come to fruition.

Just-ln: Fresh Facts Reveals Why Tinubu’s Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale ‘Resigned’

Just-ln: Fresh Facts Reveals Why Tinubu’s Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale ‘Resigned’

Fresh facts have emerged as to why the special adviser to the President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, resigned.

On Saturday, Mr Ngelale announced that he had taken an indefinite leave of absence to attend to health challenge in his family.

“On Friday, I submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President informing my office that I am proceeding on an indefinite leave of absence to frontally deal with medical matters presently affecting my immediate, nuclear family.

“While I fully appreciate that the ship of state waits for no man, this agonizing decision — entailing a pause of my functions as the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity and Official Spokesperson of the President; Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, and Chairman, Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen — was taken after significant consultations with my family over the past several days as a vexatious medical situation has worsened at home,” Mr Ngelale said.

Although Mr Ngelale had cited “medical matters” as the reason for his “leave of absence”, insiders told DAILY NIGERIAN that Mr Ngele was only given a soft-landing to quit as presidential spokesman but he chose to quit all the positions he was occupying.

Since Mr Ngelale’s appointment, which was influenced by the first family, there has been internal pressure to replace him with “someone better media relations” among the campaign spokespersons or “someone the president is more pleased with”.

DAILY NIGERIAN also gathered that Mr Ngelale was also on collision course with other media aides working for the president for allegedly sidelining them in the running of the affairs of the office.

According to sources, Mr Ngelale had also chewed more than he could bite, taking a number of roles that affected his primary media relations role.

The sources said the tasks of being a Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, and chairman, Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen, has created a role strain and gave the cabal a reason to convince the president to replace him.

The sources said Mr Ngelale had stepped on some toes as he expanded the scope of the Special Presidential Envoy role to garner more influence in the power circle.

“When the powers around the president realised that he has too many irons in the fire, they asked him to choose between being a presidential spokesman and Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action.

“They thought Ajuri would choose the climate role because of his passion for climate campaign, but he chose to remain as presidential spokesman.

“Dissatisfied with Ajuri’s choice, the presidential cabal therefore directed him to completely quit the media role and become a full-time climate ambassador.

“So when Ajuri realised that the cabal does not want him as spokesman for the president, he decided to quit the roles altogether,” said a source familiar with the power play.

DAILY NIGERIAN gathered that the president may pick his former chief of staff, Sunday Dare, as Mr Ngelale’s replacement.

Efforts to get the reaction of Mr Ngelale on the issue were unsuccessful as his known phone number was switched off at the time of filing this report.

He has also yet to respond to SMS sent to his phone line.

Rivers Crisis: Ijaw Nation Vows to Protect Fubara's Government from "Strangers"_Austin Ozobo

Rivers Crisis: Ijaw Nation Vows to Protect Fubara's Government from "Strangers"_Austin Ozobo 

Prominent Niger Delta rights and environmental activist, Comrade Ozobo Austin, has stated that the Ijaw nation will not permit "strangers" to destabilize the government of Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara. Ozobo specifically mentioned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Wike Nyesom, as one of the "strangers" who will not be allowed to undermine Fubara's administration.

According to Ozobo, Governor Fubara is the "original aborigine" of Rivers State, and the Ijaw nation will not allow outsiders to disrupt his government. 

Ozobo who is also the president of the Ijaw Peoples Development Initiative, IPDI, emphasised that the Ijaw people have a vested interest in ensuring the success of Fubara's administration, which they believe is working in their best interests.

Ozobo's statement comes amid reports of political tensions in Rivers State, with some individuals allegedly trying to undermine Fubara's government. However, Ozobo made it clear that the Ijaw nation will not stand idly by while "strangers" try to rock the boat.

"We will not allow anyone to come into our state and cause trouble," Ozobo said. "Governor Fubara is our son, and we will protect his government from any external interference."

Ozobo's comments have been seen as a warning to those who may be trying to destabilize Fubara's administration. However, the Ijaw nation is a powerful force in Rivers State, and their support for Fubara's government is crucial to its success.

It remains to be seen how Minister Wike Nyesom and other "strangers" will respond to Ozobo's warning. "However, one thing is clear: the Ijaw nation will not allow anyone to undermine Fubara's government without a fight",he noted.

Food Security: Delta lawmaker, Mutu supplies 600 bags of fertilizers to constituent farmers

Food Security: Delta lawmaker, Mutu supplies 600 bags of fertilizers to constituent farmers

BOMADI—The lawmaker representing Patani/Bomadi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, has doled out over 600 bags of fertilizers to farmers in his constituent to boost agricultural produce in riverine communities of Delta State.

Recall that last month, Mutu launched a training programme on modern technologies of planting and processing the cassava crop, where constituents converged on Bomadi, trained and were given farm inputs with a task to feed themselves and the nation at large.

However, distributing the materials to the trained beneficiaries at Bomadi, headquarters of Bomadi local government area, yesterday, the Liaison Officer, Hon. Kenneth Ebitonmo, noted that the lawmaker was much more concerned with the prevalent hunger in the land, hence, the earlier training and subsequent supply of farm inputs to boost production.

He said: "This fertilizers were brought as a result of the earlier three-day training on the modern methods of planting and processing the cassava crop to boost their farm produce.

"Mutu in his wisdom and understanding of the current trend in the country, decided to empower his people to be self-sufficient and self-reliant by encouraging farmers with this initiative.

"My advice is that, they utilized the items to boost production in the constituency, which will also make our representative proud in his effort to give the needed succour to his people.

"They should apply it on their farms to get the expected yields from the cassava crop and any other crop for availability of food in our area".

However, benefitting farmers who came from various communities in Patani and Bomadi local government areas of the state, expressed appreciation to Mutu for his good gesture and promised to make good use of the items.

Mrs Preye David and Mr Coleman Ebipade, speaking on behalf of beneficiaries, thanked the lawmaker for having his constituents at heart and prayed God to uplift him in his endeavours.