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Godwin-Maria Utuedoye is a trained professional journalist. A graduate of Mass Communication from Delta State University, Abraka. He is a registered practising Journalist with the Nigeria Union of Journalists with over 20 years experience of reporting. He is interested in Investigative and development Journalism. He lives in Nigeria and focuses more in the Niger-Delta region where oil and gas exploration by government and multinational iol companies has plunged into poverty and environmental degradation for years. He is also a PR Consultant, content creator, broadcast, print Journalist and Publisher. His vast experience in journalism span over decades of reporting the activities of the untouched areas. He is married with children.

Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, has solicited the support of media practitioners in promoting the activities of the State House of Assembly as well as support for the office of the Speaker in his leadership of the 8th Assembly.   Mr Nwaeke stated this on Monday, December 23,  at a breakfast meeting with Assembly Correspondents and some other Journalists in the state at his residence in Asaba, as part of activities to mark Christmas and end of the year celebrations.   Addressing Journalists which included some publishers, Mr Nkem…

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By Augustine Akanigha  The Delta State Sports Commission Chairman, Mr. Onoriode Oborevwori and the Director-General of the commission, Mr. Festus Ohwojero, have expressed their commendations for Warri Wolves FC, following their impressive 1-0 victory over Igbajo FC of Osun State at the prestigious Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro Delta State. The Chairman praised the team’s performance, highlighting their determination and skill on the field. In his words , “This victory not only showcases the talent within the team but also reinforces the growing competitiveness of the league. ” I must at this point, also commend His Excellency Rt Hon Elder…

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Executive Chairman, Delta State House of Assembly Service Commission, Mr Sunday Ohwo Ebireri, has felicitated with His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as Deltans join Christians all over the world to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Mr Ebireri also felicitated with the Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor, principal officers, members of the State Legislature as well as members, management and the entire staff of the Commission on the Yuletide celebration.   The HASC Chairman in a statement made available to newsmen in Asaba, prayed to God that this year’s celebration shall bring greater peace and prosperity…

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The Senator Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, felicitates with Delta North Senator, Senator Ned Nwoko, as he marks his 64th birthday anniversary. Senator Dafinone, in a signed statement, described the Anioma Prince as an outstanding philanthropist, legislator, and advocate for societal progress, whose life has been of service to humanity. According to him, “Today, I join countless well-wishers in celebrating an extraordinary leader and patriot, Senator Ned Nwoko, on the occasion of his 64th birthday. Your enduring legacy as a philanthropist, legislator, and advocate for societal progress stands as an inspiration to many across Nigeria.…

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Jubilations and excitement has trailed the assurances given to the Management and Staff of the Delta State House of Assembly of improved welfare in 2025. The Speaker of the Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, gave the assurance at an event to mark the end of year organized for management and staff of the state Assembly, held at the State Assembly Complex, Asaba, the state capital. Commending the board and management team as well as the entire workers under the auspices of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, PASAN for their commitment to duty, Rt Hon Guwor said the State legislature…

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As part of measures to ensure safe and peaceful Yuletide celebration, Delta state Police Commissioner, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has again reiterated the ban on sales and use on fireworks throughout the state. The CP in a statement signed by the Commands’ Public Relations Officer PPRO, SP. Bright Edafe, noted that the command will enforced the ban strictly on the use,  sale, and display of pyrotechnics, including fireworks and firecrackers known as ‘knock-out’, and ‘banger’. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts to prevent and reduce crime as experience shows that criminally minded persons can take advantage of this to…

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated HRM. Dr Emmanuel Sideso, OON, Abe I, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, on his 81st birth anniversary, on December 19, 2024. Oborevwori’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Thursday. Governor Oborevwori lauded the royal father’s commitment to the peace and development of Uvwie Kingdom and the Urhobo nation. He described the monarch, who serves as the Chairman of the Urhobo Traditional Rulers Council, as “one of Nigeria’s exceptional traditional rulers, whose remarkable contributions to the peace and development of…

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State Universal Basic Education Board Subeb, has offered thanksgiving to God to appreciate His love and goodness. The thanksgiving Service was held at the premises of SUBEB in Asaba. The Chairman of the board, Hon Samuel Mariere said the board is grateful to God for a successful year with a lot of recorded achievements. Hon Mariere disclosed that upon assumption of office by the present board they decided to build an alter for God in Subeb office at Asaba where management and staff pray every working day from 8am to 9am for positive development in the state’s primary education system.…

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 The State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has commended the present leadership of the State Universal Education Board, SUBEB, for the reforms and several positive narratives in that sub sector. Rt Hon Oborevwori who gave the commendation during a Nine Lessons and Carol organized by board and management of SUBEB, said he is impressed with recent reforms that has brought improvements in primary education in the state. The Governor represented by the Commissioner for Primary Education, Dr Kingsley Ashibuogwu, assured that his administration will continue to support the board to achieved it set goals..l He stressed his government’s…

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The Chairman, Nigeria Majority Leaders’ Forum, Majority Leader of Delta State House of Assembly and Member representing Aniocha North Constituency, Hon. Engr. Emeka Emmanuel Nwaobi Ph.D has received a meritorious award of the Issele-Uku Progressive Youth Association (IPYA), Asaba Branch on Wednesday 18th December, 2024, at his office in Asaba. The award was presented to him by the Executive members led by the President, Pastor Engr. Emmanuel Ebegbuzie on behalf of the Association. According to them, the award is in recognition of the lawmaker’s meritorious achievements in life and career, as well as his impeccable contributions to the growth…

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