The National Assembly have resolved to collaborate with Liberia and other African nations in seeking how to find a lasting African solutions to the devastating effects of climate change in the region. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ecology and Climate Change, Senator Seriake Dickson, handed the assurance to a delegation from the West African country, led by Dr. Moses Ama, Head of Red Cross, Federal Mistry of Director of Forestry, and Nora Bowier, Deputy Managing Director of Forestry Development Agency. Senator Dickson who said such international cooperation has become very necessary to pull resources together and jointly battle the…
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By Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr Asaba, Delta State – January 30, 2025 The Bonsaac and Oduke communities rolled out the red carpet on Thursday as they warmly welcomed His Royal Majesty, (Prof.) Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge (SAN, OON, FNIALS, KSG, KSJI), the 14th Asagba of Asaba, during his maiden visit to the satellite communities. This historic occasion marked the first of its kind, further strengthening the bond between the revered monarch and his people. The royal visit was graced by palace guides, high-ranking chiefs, and dignitaries, as the communities paid glowing tributes to the Asagba’s esteemed profile. His Majesty, a distinguished…
By Elempe Dele Some days ago, some highly rated Yoruba monarchs led by Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, met to beg Aare Afe Babalola to withdraw the criminal charges against Dele Farotimi so he wont be sent to prison for criminal defamation if found guilty as charged. Babalola, being a Yoruba Aare, which translate to mean Leader or Commander, agreed to withdraw the charges( you can find the details in my article; My Take on Babalola’s Withdrawal of Criminal Defamation Case Against Farotimi, published in several online dailies) I consider this appeal by the these top traditional rulers as…
LBy Daddy Kris There is no doubt that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori means well for Delta State. He has been commended for delivering infrastructure projects without excessive borrowing. However, as someone who has witnessed development on a global scale, I believe it is time we shift the conversation from infrastructure governance to economic governance. The key question is: Can we encourage our leaders to think differently? *A LAND OF UNTAPPED WEALTH* Delta State is one of the most resource-rich regions in Nigeria. With a landmass of 17,698 square kilometers, abundant oil reserves, fertile agricultural land, and vast waterways, our potential is…
By Dirisu Yakubu The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party is showing no sign of abating. Ahead of the 2027 election, the PDP will have itself to blame if party leaders currently engulfed in a battle of supremacy, fail to give peace a chance. DIRISU YAKUBU reports Ever since it lost power at the centre in 2015, the Peoples Democratic Party has been struggling to regain the fame that once made it arguably the biggest political party in Africa. Shackled by the chains of its forging, the once-dominant party’s fortunes are at an all-time low, even as some political pundits…
By Gertrude Onyekachukwu-Uteh Delta State Government has again emphasized the need for good parenting, and called on parents to bring up their children well, and help them grow into responsible adults, free from deviance lifestyle and use of hard drugs. The Director-General of Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr. Fred Oghenesivbe, made the call at a joint press conference with the state commandant of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Commander Wada Abubakar, and the state Director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mrs Tracy Ikolomi, on the forthcoming Drug Free Delta Sensitization Campaign. He said good parenting…
In the words of Plato, the Greek Philosopher, “A grateful mind is a great mind which eventually attracts to itself great things. Indeed, Dr. Chioma Egwuenu Dumbuya and her husband, John Dumbuya through their acts of kindness are destined for greatness. It is gratifying to know that many of our women at the grassroots appreciate acts of little kindness, and having been praying that their milk of human kindness will never go dry, as God Almighty will continue to uphold and bless her and family. It was another great joy and appreciation today, Thursday 30 January, 2025 by expectant women…
The Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, has officially renamed the well-known Bonsac satellite town in Asaba to Ajaji Layout, with immediate effect. Announcing the change during a familiarization visit to the former Bonsac and Oduke areas of his kingdom, the Asagba stated that the development would be formally communicated to the Oshimili South Local Government for necessary actions. In addition, Asagba Prof. Azinge appointed Ogbueshi Dada Okolo as the Palace Liaison Officer for Ajaji Layout and Ogbueshi Adim Onochie as his counterpart for Oduke. He directed Ogbueshi Okolo to ensure that signposts reflecting…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Dr. Iyke Odikpo, has expressed strong support for the upcoming high-profile interactive stakeholders’ meeting with His Excellency, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, in Delta North Senatorial District. As part of efforts to strengthen the APC in Delta State, Senator Omo-Agege will embark on a tour of Delta North, beginning in Ukwuani Local Government Area tomorrow. The tour aims to foster unity, reorganize party structures, and reinvigorate political strategy ahead of the 2027 elections. Dr. Odikpo, a committed party leader, reaffirmed his support for the initiative, emphasizing its significance in breaking…
By Makua Ubanagu A former governor of Osun State, Bisi Akande, has revealed that he played a pivotal role in convincing President Bola Tinubu to contest for the presidency. In an interview, State Affairs with Edmund Obilo, published on Wednesday via YouTube, Akande disclosed that Tinubu was initially hesitant about pursuing the position, citing financial constraints and personal doubts. “When I met him, he said, Baba, do you have money? If I had the kind of money that people have to be president, I would rank with Dangote,’” Akande recounted that Tinubu said he had no money to be president.…