ASABA: As the world marks World Press Day on May 3, 2024, the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) reaffirms its commitment to upholding professional and ethical standards in online publishing in Nigeria. With a steadfast dedication to ethics, professionalism, and service, DOPF remains at the forefront of promoting responsible journalism in the digital age. This year’s World Press Day has as theme, “A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the face of the Environmental Crisis.” Therefore as journalists and media professionals, it is our collective responsibility to recognize the critical role we play in addressing the environmental challenges facing our…
Author: Spade Nigeria
The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the last election in Delta State, Olorogun Barr Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, FNIM OON, is dead. Gbagi, a former minister of Education and an industrialist died at the age of 62. The Renowned Criminologist and senior lawyer died on Saturday May 4th 2024. A statement signed by his eldest son, Chief Emuoboh Gbagi on behalf of the Gbagi family, said: “It is with profound sadness but gratitude to God, that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, husband, and brother, Olorogun (Barr.) Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, FNIM, OON; Former Minister…
The Pro Asue Ighodalo Group, Afemai Coalition for Asue Ighodalo, embarked on a series of market visits across Etsako West Local Government Area, beginning with the bustling Jattu Market. In addition to Jattu Market, the group also visited four other markets: Ughele, Igbei, Uchi, and Utsokwili modern markets. During these visits, the group engaged with market women, discussing the qualities and vision of Asue Ighodalo, as well as his support for various groups and projects across Edo North. The market women expressed excitement about the visits and commended the group for remembering them. They particularly appreciated Asue Ighodalo’s efforts, such…
The Niger Delta Stakeholders’ Forum (NDSF) has alleged that incompetence and non performance made against Pipelines Infrastructures Nigerian Limited (PINL), owned by the the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwase III in the handling of the Trans – Forcados Pipelines network system surveillance and protection contract led to the termination of the $3.9M Monthly Contract by the NNPCL The group said that Chief Government Chief Ekpemupolo, (alias Tompolo) and his security firm, Tanitita Security Services Nigeria Limited should not be dragged into the woes of the Olu of Warri and his PINL, saying that “Tantita cannot be blame for PINL losses”.…
A coalition of youth organisations in Edo state under the aegis of Edo Youths Arise Initiative (EDYAI) has challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to tell the world why it has not started the Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) exercise for the September 21, governorship election in the state. The youth group alleged that there is a grand conspiracy by the electoral body to disenfranchise Edolites knowing full well that it is statutorily bound not to continue the exercise anytime less than 90 day to the election. In a statement in Benin City on Friday, National Coordinator of the coalition,…
Stakeholders in government and non governmental organizations, from across various continents, operating within the spheres of global recognition, have decried high poverty level, especially in Africa and other developing nations and called for an urgent need to implement an holistic sustainable development goals to reduce its negative impacts on world populations. Making the call in a Communiqué issued at end of a crucial Summit with the theme; “Harnessing the gains of Global Diplomacy and Peaceful Coexistence: The Role of International Organizations”, held recently in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the participants reaffirmed believe in workability of development goals declared by the United…
In the midst of escalating tensions surrounding the award of pipelines surveillance contracts by the NNPCL in the Niger Delta region, prominent figure, a prominent Itsekiri Leader and former chairman of Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief Godwin Ebosa has stepped forward to advocate for peace and understanding among all parties involved. The controversy, which should have been a source of empowerment for the people, is creating division and discord among the people. Ebosa, in a statement released to the press, emphasized the importance of preventing the situation from escalating further, warning that allowing the controversy to…
A group known as Children of Drivers and Fishermen Association (CODAFA) has debunked the allegations levied against the Warri monarch, His Majesty, Ogiame, Atuwatse lll CFR. In a press statement signed and made available by the National President of the Association, Mr Romeo Diden and Secretary, Mr Blessing Okotie, the duo described the allegations by the faceless group on the Pipeline Surveillance Contract awarded to Ogiame Atuwatse lll CFR by the Federal Government as baseless, malicious and defaming aimed to bring disrespect to the prestigious throne. According to the statement, the faceless group , the Niger Delta Stakeholders Forum…
ASABA/Nigeria: The Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), has felicitated with two of its colleagues, Comrade Ifeanyi Michael Egwunyenga on his appointment as the Chief Job and Wealth Creation Officer, Delta State, and Mr. Pius Benaebi Labo as the Chairman, Delta State Arts Council. In a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman, Mr. Godfrey C. Osakwe and Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli, the State Chapter described the appointments of Egwunyenga and Labo as well-deserved in view of their professional competence and pedigree in previous assignments. The professional body thanked Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for finding Egwunyenga…
The Nigeria Football Federation has appointed former Super Eagles winger Finidi George as the new head coach of the nation’s senior men’s national team (Super Eagles) The appointment was announced in a communique on Monday Finidi George, spent 20 months as an assistant to José Santos Peseiro, he also took over as interim coach after the Portuguese resigned He was the Coach of Enyimba FC of Aba, leading them to their ninth league title when they won the “abridged” 2022/23 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title Born in Port Harcourt, Finidi George was a member of Nigeria’s ‘Golden Generation,’ that…