By Augustus Onwumere Members of Ogbako Ndi Anambra, a non political and cultural group with the aim of taking care of her Indigenous residents in Delta State on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, passed a vote of confidence on the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori for being a destabilized fellow with good intentions for non indigene. The group that converged at her Secretariat in Warri to celebrate their illustrious sons appointed by the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori for their astute performances in different areas of specialty in the State, said the governor has fulfilled his MORE agenda promise. …
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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.
As part of its corporate social responsibilities and development of its host communities, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC) today April 16, 2024, commissioned and handed over two blocks of twenty (20) lock-up shops to Ugbokodo Community, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State. In an address presented at the ceremony, the Managing Director of Nigerian Gas Infrastructure Company Limited, (NGIC) Engr. Seyi Omotowa, who officially commissioned the project, it was their desire to continue to have a smooth working relationship with host communities. Represented on the occasion by the Executive Director, Business Services, Mr. Kazachiyang Nuhu, Engr. Omotowa noted…
By Tony Agbugba A few weeks ago I boarded a boat from the Majidun area of Ikorodu en route to Lekki Phase 1. It was the first time I would be boarding a boat from Ikorodu to the Island. On a good day, I would have opted for a car ride, but I had an urgent appointment to catch and time was running out. The journey which should ordinarily last not more than 30 minutes lasted over an hour. It was more like a nightmare. It was a bumpy ride that almost crushed all the bones in my body. Frightened…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State House of Assembly Committee on Education on Friday, continued its Legislative oversight to Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, under the Education sector of the State, calling on the Delta State library board to transit into digital library which will be of immense benefit to the state. Led by the Chairman, Chukwuemeke Charles Emetulu, the Committee stressed that there was the need to promote optimal performance in government Institutions to complement state government’s goals in the education sector. Hon Emetulu alongside Vice Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Benson Obire and other members including Hon. Ferguson…
…Urges Him To Remain Focus As Champion Of Peace Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly called Tompolo, on his 53rd birth anniversary. The Speaker in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, described Tompolo as a legendary leader whose guidance, wisdom, and inspiration have shaped countless lives in the society. He also stated that the commendable role the celebrant has been playing in securing the nation’s economic gold mine, has earned him several awards in recent times from government agencies, notable organizations and private…
…Urges Him To Remain Focus As Champion Of Peace By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly called Tompolo, on his 53rd birth anniversary. The Speaker in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, described Tompolo as a legendary leader whose guidance, wisdom, and inspiration have shaped countless lives in the society. He also stated that the commendable role the celebrant has been playing in securing the nation’s economic gold mine, has earned him several awards in recent times from government agencies, notable…
By Sunny Awhefeada The month of April has been romanticized in literature and mythology as the beginning of rebirth. The month enjoys the archetypal character of hope embedded in renewal and geographers who tell about seasons configure it as the beginning of spring. The essence of April as the month of rebirth also finds validation in Christianity as it is also the month of Easter which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ whose death and raising up consolidate the hope of humanity’s salvation. So, whether it is literature, mythology, geography or religion, April symbolizes renewal, rebirth, promise and…
…Deploys Special Team To Ughelli, Arrests, Identify Robbers, Kidnappers And Recovers Arms By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP, Abaniwonda S. Olufemi, has said the command has made huge breakthrough fighting crime in the state with the arrests and identification of armed robbers, kidnappers terrorising Ughelli and environs. The Commissioner stated this when he briefed the media on April 11, 2024, at the Force Headquarters, Asaba. While welcoming the press, CP, Abaniwonda said; it is with great pleasure that I address you today on the achievements made by Delta Command within the period under review. …
…Says Urhobo and Isoko Only Has One Body Of Amnesty Phase Three Beneficiaries By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Leadership of the Coalition of Urhobos and Isoko Ex-Agitators, (Beneficiaries of the Third Phase of the Presidential Amnesty Program PAP), has warned some unknown persons parading themselves as National Executive of the ‘Urhobo and Isoko Ex-Agitators’ to refrain from such, disclosing that the Coalition of Urhobo and Isoko beneficiaries of the Third phase of the presidential amnesty program PAP, is the only recognized body representing the two ethnic nationalities. The group stated this while reacting to an Online blog publication made…
The Delta State Police Commissioner, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, has felicitated with all Muslims faithful across Nigeria on the celebration of the 2024 Eid-el-fitr celebration, assuring of the Command preparedness to combat crime and criminality and enhance public safety and security across the State during the Eid-El-fitr celebration. The police boss gave the assurance while charging all Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers in the Command to set up their Areas of Responsibility (AoR) security architecture for proactive, effective policing of the Eid-el-fitr celebration to ensure adequate security for the State throughout the festivities and beyond. CP…