Author: SouthernVoiceNews

Godwin-Maria Utuedoye is a registered Journalist with the Nigeria Union of Journalists. He is interested in Investigative and development Journalism. He lives in Nigeria and focus more in the Niger-Delta region where oil and gas exploration 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.

By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has felicitated with the Dein of Agbor kingdom, HRM Benjamin Ikechukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, as he marks his 47th birthday anniversary. Rt. Hon. Guwor, described the Dein of Agbor as a great king whose approach and style of royalty has given so much visibility to the traditional institution, not only in Delta State but the nation at large. The Speaker’s goodwill message to the Agbor Monarch on 47th birth anniversary is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke and made available to…

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By Lucy Ezeliora Baba TeleHealth makes healthcare more accessible and convenient for everyone. This innovative platform lets you consult with doctors from home. The founder of Baba Telehealth, Flory Emakpose, is committed to prioritising your health and well-being. Are you struggling to afford medical care, fed up with waiting in long lines at the doctor’s office, or finding it difficult to make it to your appointments? Flory Emakpose, founder of Baba Telehealth, understands your frustrations and wants to change your healthcare experience. You can chat with a doctor anytime! Visit www.babatelehealth.com/chat-24/7.  In a recent community meeting, Seun Rapheal, the CEO…

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 By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Dein of Agbor, HRM Benjamin Ikenchukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, on his 47th birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, praised the Agbor monarch for his remarkable contributions to the development of his Kingdom, the state, and the nation. The Governor noted that the Dein deserved to be celebrated at 47 for the devoted and inspired leadership module he had provided for the people of Agbor over the years.  Oborevwori said: “On behalf of the Government and people of…

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 By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, charged youths in the country to acquire skills and financial literacy that would enable them become self employed instead of searching for white collar jobs.Governor Oborevwori gave the charge at the Niger Delta Viewpoint Small Medium Enterprises, NDVP-SME Conference 2024 with Theme: ‘Financial Literacy and Skill Acquisition, A Journey To Self Actualisation’ held in Asaba.  Represented by his Chief of Staff, Prince Johnson Erijo, Governor Oborevwori said acquisition of skills in various fields was a sure avenue for self development and empowerment, calling on young people to learn from…

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…Recovers 38 Bags Of Rice, Electronics, Musical Instruments, Other Stolen Items By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye The Delta State Police Command says it has arrested two robbery suspects that actively participated in the armed robbery operations that took place at the Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State on June 20, 2024. In a release signed by the Commands Public Relations Officer, SP. Bright Edafe, and made available to Journalists, the suspects, Okoro Udochukwu ‘m’ (36)  of Ore II Community and one Sunday Dickson ‘m’ (32) of Ore II Community, were arrested in hotel at Aziza Junction along the Effurun/Sapele road on June…

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 By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye The State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, has called on traditional rulers and other stakeholders in Delta State to partner with the state government in its efforts to restore confidence in public primary schools in the state. The Chairman SUBEB, Delta State, Hon Samuel Mariere made the call in Ughelli, headquarters of Ughelli North local government council, in continuation of his meeting with stakeholders in primary education across the state. Hon Mariere at the meeting which had in attendance royal fathers, community leaders, heads of teachers of schools and members of School Management Base Committee, SBMC, in…

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As part of efforts to boost the capacity of workforce of the Delta State Legislature, the State House of Assembly Service Commission has restated commitment to delivering in its core mandates. Acting Chairman of the Commission, Mr Sunday Ebireri who gave the assurance while flagging off a two day training for staff of the Commission, commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor for their unrelenting efforts and support towards achieving the goals. Speaking at the commencement of the capacity building workshop with the theme “Effective Management and Role of Parliamentary Staff In…

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By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State Government, Thursday, commenced preparatory work for the formulation of a new Medium-Term Development Plan, covering 2024-2027, for the state. The State Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr Sunny Ekadeyan, disclosed this in his welcome remarks at an enlightenment and orientation workshop for Focal Persons at Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) held at the Prof. Chike Edozien Secretariat in Asaba. Ekadeyen said the state achieved 80 per cent of its Medium-Term Development Plan for 2020-2023 and commended professionals from different cadres of the State Civil Service for their contributions to the effective realisation of the development plan.…

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In continuation of its flood control efforts in its mandate areas, the Warri, Uvwie and Environs Special Area Devt Agency, WUEDA, has intensified the de-silting of blocked drains on many streets including Apala and Fani Kayode streets in Okumagba Layout of Warri, to open up the channels for free flow of rain water so as to avoid heavy flooding and its negative implications. WUEDA’s engineers, led by Engr. Obruche Okeme who defied the heavy rains, were on ground to ensure that the de-silting exercise was thoroughly carried out towards achieving maximum results. The joints between gutters that were blocked by…

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By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Following the recent  promotions of some officers of the Nigeria Police Force by the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun PhD, the Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has on behalf of the IGP, assisted by the Deputy Commissioner of Police Administration, DCP Wilfred Afolabi, on Wednesday, decorated the promoted officers with their new ranks.  Those decorated includes DCP Oladipo Sunday, DCP Abubaka Mohammed Bashir, DCP Lamba Dauda Bot and ACP Imade Osazee Graham.   In a release by the Police Command spokesperson, SP. Bright Edafe, the three newly promoted Deputy Commissioners of Police…

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