…Lament Hardship, Hunger And Poverty In Nigeria …Call For Prayer And Action Towards Repentance And Spiritual Renewal By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria CBCN, has urged Nigeria President Bola Tinubu to reconsider its economic reform policies with a view to lifting the burden of hardship from the citizens and engender people-oriented and progressive development. The bishops also lamented the hardship, hunger and dehumanizing poverty facing the Nigeria citizens while those in power live an affluent lifestyle, with no visible effort at reducing the cost of governance. The bishops in a communiqué issued during their Second Plenary Meeting…
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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.
Succour has come the way of students of Delta state origin studying law in Nigeria seven Law Schools across the country. The State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the year 2022/2023 Financial Assistance to enable them achieve their career dreams. Oborevwori’s approval is coming on the heels of the recent approval of year 2022/2023 bursary award to over 30,000 students of Delta State origin in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The Governor’s approval was contained in a statement signed by the Executive Secretary, Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr Godfrey Enita and made available to newsmen, in Asaba,…
…Says Drug and Pornography Addiction Are Great Evil Against Families By Tony Agbugba The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins has commended men in the Archdiocese for their concerted efforts towards ridding the family of the evil of drug and pornography addiction which are bedeviling many homes daily. He made this commendation during his homily at the Thanksgiving Mass to commemorate the 11th convention of the Lagos Archdiocesan Catholic Men Organization of Nigeria, LACMON, held at the expansive playground of St Gregory’s College, Lagos. The convention is reputed as the largest single gathering of Catholic…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said the Ubu bridge along sector C1 of the ongoing Ughelli-Asaba Road dualisation project at Ogwashi-Uku in Aniocha South Local Government Area would be ready in December, 2024. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this during inspection of the project including the completed 9.1km Isheagu-Ewulu Road where he frowned at the poor delivery of the side drains. The Governor who undertook the inspection on a day the state was celebrating 33rd anniversary of it’s creation, said the inspection was part of activities to mark the anniversary. He said: “We thank God for the anniversary…
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has denied an allegation that he has taken a loan of N40 billion. In a release on Tuesday August 27, 2024, reacting to the allegation, the State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, said: “The Delta State Government notes with serious concern some reports in some online media platforms alleging that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori borrowed the sum of N40 billion soon after assuming office” He noted that Governor Oborevwori has not at any point, since assuming office, taken any loan but “graciously guarantee a N40 billion loan facility for the Association of Local Government…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said the state was growing steadily on all economic development indicators, hence emerging as a power house in the comity of states in Nigeria. Governor Oborevwori stated this in his remarks at a thanksgiving service to mark the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation at the Government House Chapel, Asaba. Oborevwori also said the journey had been eventful and fulfilling with the road filled with trials and triumphs, tests and testimonies. He said: “I am proud to say that in 33 years of existence, Delta State has evolved into a strong, vibrant,…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye As Deltans celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the creation of Delta State, immediate past chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Chief Godwin Adode, has said past and present governments have made significant impacts in terms of infrastructures, human and economic development in the state.Chief Adode, in his remarks on the 33rd anniversary of the creation of Delta State, noted that both past and present Governors in the state have made frantic efforts to attain and achieve the vision, dreams and goals of founding fathers. Adode, popularly known as ‘Coach Tete’, stated that the Delta state creation…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye As Deltans celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the creation of Delta State, Executive Chairman of the State’s Revenue Service, Hon (Chief) Solomon Ighrakpata has commended the significant progress made so far in building a strong and prosperous economy. Hon Ighrakpata in a telephone interview on the topic “Delta At 33”, paid glowing tributes to past and present Governors of the State for their service towards achieving the vision of the founding fathers. The IRS Boss stated that the Delta state’s creation on August 27, 1991, marked the beginning of a new era of growth and development as…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has said that the state has made significant strides in the last 33 years of its creation on 27th August 1991. Reacting on the 33rd anniversary of the creation of Delta State, Rt Hon Guwor said the journey as a distinct entity has been very fulfilling and rewarding. The Speaker who conveyed his heartfelt goodwill message to Deltans through a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, acknowledged the resilience and determination of the people, which he said have made Delta State a beacon…
BY DENNIS OTU On August 27, 1991, the geographical and political landscape of Nigeria witnessed a significant transformation when the then Military President, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), created Delta State from the erstwhile Bendel State. Over the past 33 years, Delta State has evolved into a critical player in Nigeria’s socio-economic and political spheres, contributing significantly to the nation’s oil wealth and fostering a harmonious and diverse community. Geographical and Strategic Importance Delta State is situated in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria, a region known for its rich oil reserves and vibrant cultures. The state is bordered by…