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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.…

 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…

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…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has been conferred with the 2024 Integrity Man of the Year Award. The award was presented to the Governor at the 2024 Integrity Group Leadership Summit and Awards held in Asaba on Wednesday. Represented by the State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, Governor Oborevwori thanked the group for the honour, adding that he would continue to work for the overall development of the state. He said the policies and programmes of his administration were aimed at positively impacting on the socio-economic lives of Deltans and residents…

Nigerian Born Global Expert, Professor Alexander Akpodiete, a Satellite Communications Expert, Cybersecurity Analyst, and AI Ethicist, was a key speaker at a five-day training program for the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) held in Bahrain. The five day training program was aimed at empowering participants with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of satellite communications. The training program affords attendees and participants opportunity to delved into topics such as satellite orbits, frequency bands, cybersecurity in satellite systems, and advanced network management tools. During the training, Real-world applications were emphasized, with discussions on optimizing satellite…

By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State Police Commissioner, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has said since he assumed office as the 22nd Commissioner of Police in the state, a lot of successes in crime fighting has been achieved. In a press briefing held at the Commands headquarters Asaba, the state capital, CP Abaniwonda, disclosed that  the command under his watch since February 2024, has recorded significant breakthrough in the fight against crime and criminality. He however admitted that the command have had some challenges, but noted that with the cooperation of other security agencies, stakeholders, and the good people of Delta State, they…

 …Acknowledges Their Contributions To Successes Recorded By The House As the Delta State House of Assembly wraps up its legislative session for 2024, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has expressed appreciation to those who contributed in no small measure to the successes recorded by the House in the outgoing year.   Rt Hon Guwor in his remarks at the close of plenary on Tuesday, acknowledged the support, resilience and commitment of Honourable Members, the management team and the entire staff of the Assembly all through the year.   The Speaker also commended the Press for the visibility to…

The Delta State House of Assembly has recalled two her members, Honourable Chukwudi Dafe, representing Ukwuani Constituency, and Honourable Oboro Preyo, representing Bomadi Constituency, following the expiration of the 14 legislative days suspension imposed for alleged gross misconduct. The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, announced during Tuesday’s plenary, noting that an investigative committee had been constituted to examine the allegations against the two lawmakers. However, he explained that the legislators were recalled as the committee had yet to submit its findings, and their suspension period had elapsed. During the session, the Majority Leader, Honourable Emeka Nwaobi, was granted leave to…

…Expresses Condolences to Family The Member Representing Isoko North Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon Bernard Odior, has said that the news of the demise of former Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Chief Simeon Efenudu was that of shock, sadness, and reverence. Hon Odior who stated this while reacting to the sad development immediately after Tuesday’s plenary session of the State Assembly, expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief Efenudu, The lawmaker who is the Majority Whip of the House, said he was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of the…

The 2024 Edition of Dr. Hilary Obioma Ibegbulem Football Competition, for the federating quarters in Ute-Okpu Kingdom, Ika North East Local Government Area, Delta State, kicked-off in grand style with Ibiegwa Quarters defeating Ogbe Quarters by two (2) unreplied goals. The kick-off ceremony held at the Ute-Okpu Grammar School football pitch which is the permanent venue for the over a decade long football competition saw a mammoth crowd of football fans and enthusiast from all over Delta State. Speaking at the opening ceremony before taking the official kick to signal the commencement of the game, the sole sponsor of…