Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Sunday, congratulated Deputy Speaker of the State’s House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo, on his 51st birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori joined the parliament, Ethiope East constituents, friends and family of Akpowowo in celebrating years of astute contributions to the growth and development of the state. He commended the Deputy Speaker for his political sagacity and for his unparalleled fellowship with the people of his Eku community in particular and Ethiope East people in general. He said that Akpowowo has had…
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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.
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Eulogises Him For His Humility, Qualities Of LifeSpeaker, Delta State House of Assembly has said that the humility and exemplary qualities of elder Statesman and former Minister of Police Affairs, Alawie Broderick Bozimo is worthy of emulation. Guwor, in a Congratulatory Message to the Ijaw leader on his birthday anniversary, said it was gratifying to see Alawie Bozimo celebrating 85 strong and healthy. Appreciating God for innumerable blessings upon the life of the former Minister, the Speaker in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke wished the celebrants happy birthday and many happy returns.…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated elder statesman and former Minister of Police Affairs, Alaowei Broderick Bozimo as he clocks 85 years on Sunday. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, lauded the renowned lawyer and a political leader for his contributions to the development and growth of Delta State. He recalled that Bozimo has continued to play significant roles in the development of the state as a member of the State’s Advisory and Peace Building Council. The governor specifically lauded the former minister for his steadfastness in…
…Felicitates Him On His Birth Anniversary By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has felicitated the Deputy Speaker, Rt Hon Arthur Akpowowo on his birth anniversary. The Speaker described Akpowowo as a unique ally, who he said had shown so much affection, loyalty and respect towards him in the last seven months as Deputy Speaker of the 8th Delta Assembly. Guwor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, commended the celebrant for his dedication to duty and passion for peace, security, development and good governance in Delta State. The…
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two Assistant Superintendents of Police, identified as Doubara Edonyabo and Talent Mungo, and an Inspector of Police, Odey Michael, for allegedly kidnapping some men and then later extorting over N4 million from them via transfer. It was learnt that the three police officers were arrested on January 18, 2024 by the operatives of the Command. It was further gathered that ASPs Edonyabo and Mungo are attached to the Intelligence/Surveillance Unit, while Inspector Michael is attached to the Sports Unit in Port Harcourt. According to the latest information gathered, the suspects are…
The Delta State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Udeme Bassey Eshiet today said the FRSC is not in partnership with anyone over the alleged sales of stickers to shuttle bus drivers in the State. This is contained in a statement signed by Corp Commander, Eshiet and made available to Our Correspondent. He said the “unwholesome” practice negates what the Corps was established to carry out.” He said the shuttle bus drivers should refuse to be scammed through such antics of this mischief makers and extortionists.” In a reaction to the extortion of money from…
The Member Representing Isoko South 11 Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon (Chief) Ferguson Onwo, has predicted uninterrupted socio-economic growth in the state in the next three years. Reacting to the Friday’s Supreme Court judgement in an appeal by candidates of three opposition parties in the 2023 gubernatorial election in Delta State against the winner and Governor of the state, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Onwo said the legal battles was a distraction to good governance. According to the Lawmaker, now that the storm is over, all focus is now on the Advancing Delta Project of the state…
Chief Press Secretary to Delta State Governor, Sir Fetus Ahon, Friday, said the Supreme Court judgment which affirmed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the winner of the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial election in the state, has restored the hope of Deltans in particular and Nigerians in general to the country’s democracy and judicial system. Sir Ahon pointed out that the apex court had with its judgment, affirmed the massive support freely given to Rt. Hon. Oborevwori in the last year’s election. Reacting to the apex court’s judgment, Ahon, in a statement, said the judgment which coincided with the first year birthday…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said God ordained him to be Governor and returned appreciation and thanks to Him and Deltans for the victory at the Supreme Court. Oborevwori said he survived 38 cases in various courts up to the Supreme Court from pre-election to post election to become Governor of Delta State. Speaking at a thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel Asaba, the Governor who was joined by his wife, Deaconess Tobore, his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme and wife, Catherine, immediate past Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and wife, Dame Edith, Governor Oborevwori stressed that God…
By Marian Kogolo Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme has called for collective efforts from stakeholders within and outside the country to prevent, detect and respond to the threat posed by Covid 19 and other diseases of public health concern in order to prevent possible epidemics. The commissioner made the remarks today while declaring open the inaugural meeting of the Delta State COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Project, CPREP, steering committee meeting at the conference hall of the ministry of health, Prof. Chike Edozien Secretariat, Asaba. Dr. Onojaeme, represented by the Permanent Secretary, ministry of health, Dr.…