Delta State Government has expressed its commitment to ensuring that State owned media establishments operate optimally and competitively, even against the backdrop of the present harsh economic conditions in the country. This assurance was given by the Delta State Commissioner for Information Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, during the budget defence of the proposed financial estimates of the Ministry for the 2025 fiscal year, to the Ministry of Economic Planning. Dr. Osuoza who was accompanied to the budget defense by the management team of the Ministry and heads of the various parastatals under the Ministry of Information, observed that operations and services…
Author: Spade Nigeria
According to the great DaVinci, “Nothing strengthens evil more than silence”. As Deltans we will be silent no more on the evils in the state. The Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori led government of Delta state has treated Deltans, mostly the Ijaws, with utter contempt in the 16 months of his governance. One recent incident that just played out adds more salt to the already sore wound. Delta State College of Nursing Science advertised and sold admission forms for 15k each, to almost 4,000 applicants, totalling 60 million Naira, at the end of the day only 400 applicants were given admission. You…
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, born on February 7, 1978, is a prominent Nigerian actress, singer, philanthropist, and former model. Widely known for her influence in Nollywood, she has appeared in over 300 films since her debut in 1995, earning recognition both locally and internationally. With over 3 million followers on Facebook, she was the first Nigerian celebrity to receive over 1 million likes on the platform. In 2013, Time magazine listed her as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Born in Lagos, Omotola grew up with her parents and two younger brothers, Tayo and Bolaji Jalade. She…
Media practitioners have been recognised over time, as the 4th estate of the realm, remaining indispensable in any viable society. However, wages for journalists has been a persistent issue worldwide, affecting many countries including Nigeria. Interestingly, the risk associated with other professions with bogus salaries are also inherent in journalism practice, coupled with total lack of incentives and the issue of poor wages. Sadly, Poor wages and low rating of the profession in Nigeria has led to brain drain, locally known as Jakpa, compromised quality, increased bias, decreased accountability, and unprofessional traits among practitioners. The need for a new salary…
By Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori’s determination to continue to ensure even development of all parts of the State including riverine communities, which he has consistently stated were very dear to his administration and will not be abandoned in his developmental trajectory for the State, manifested once again when he inaugurated Model Secondary School, Ogulagha, Burutu Local Government Area of the State and commissioned the Faculty Building and Lecture Halls at the Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko in Warri South-West Local Government Area of the State. Both projects, which are in line with the Meaningful…
The Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon.Elder Sheriff F.O Oborevwori has approved the appointment of Prof. Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba as the new Vice Chancellor of the Delta State University, Abraka. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Eze Emu, the appointment will take effect from 1st December, 2024. A Professor of Environmental Biochemistry and Toxicology, Prof. Asagba had previously served the University in various capacities, including serving as Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration as well as Provost of the defunct Asaba Campus.
Senator Ned Nwoko, a prominent Nigerian businessman, lawyer, and philanthropist and federal lawmaker, recently made headlines when he called for a unified currency and common language for the 54 countries on the African continent. His call has sparked conversation and debate across the African continent. His proposal taps into broader discussions about the future of Africa, particularly how the continent can better position itself on the global stage, enhance internal cohesion, and unlock its economic potentials. These ideas are both ambitious and complex, rooted in a vision for greater African unity. They also come with significant challenges, requiring deep exploration…
By Oma Rogers Hon Smart Ijeoma Ufoh who recently took over the mantle of leadership in the Delta State Ministry of Technical Education, as the honourable commissioner, is poised to modernized it to serve it’s long created purposed. Hon. Ufoh, who shortly after his 2025 Budget Defense presentation to the Interministerial Budget Committee on budget defence being organized by the State Ministry of Economic Planning, shared insights into his ministry’ with journalists in Asaba, the State capital. His presentation indicates a commitment to transforming the technical education landscape in Delta State, ensuring students have access to modern, vocational…
Petrol marketers have imported 123 million liters and are in ongoing discussions with Dangote. A minimum of four ships transporting imported petrol, docked at seaports located along the nation’s borders from Friday, October 18, to Sunday, October 20, as per the Punch. The dealers have mentioned that the output from the Dangote is currently inadequate to satisfy local demand. They alleged that the facility was generating approximately 10 million liters of petrol each day, which falls short of the initial commitment to produce 25 million liters daily. The initial delivery of 35,000 metric tonnes of PMS designated for West African…
There is no iota of truth in an online publication wherein it was mischievously alleged that Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, and his predecessor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, are at loggerhead over certain unresolved issues. Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, at a radio interview on Monday, debunked the said online publication, saying that the two leaders, Governor Oborevwori and Senator Okowa are inseparable leaders, and that no amount of propaganda and political craftiness of detractors can separate them. He appealed to the good people of Delta State, and the general…