The statement reads: “The attention of the leadership of the Labour Party has been drawn to a Press Release titled ‘A misadventure in political mischief, mismanagement and misdemeanor gone too far’ written by the NLC’s Political Commission as an agent of the Nigeria Labour Congress. The NLC letter did not come to us as a surprise or a shock, it was long expected before now, having known that the NLC was going to engage itself on this misadventure. “Nigerians will recall that in 2014, NLC has been involved in a war of blackmail and attrition against the Labour Party and…
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Reports reaching the news desk is that a twenty four year old boy has reportedly died in the swimming pool of Wellington hotel in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident occurred on Monday March 11. It was learnt that the deceased went to the hotel with some of his friend to swim and have fun. It was gathered that the friends of the deceased were given floaters before they entered the pool except the deceased himself. He was alleged to have drowned and died during swimming. The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe…
By Emmanuel Ugwueze A Professor of Cardiovascular Physiology and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC), Professor Daniel Nwachukwu, has advised Nigerians to explore the benefits of zobo leaves in curing and preventing hypertension and other heart-related ailments. Nwachukwu, gave the advice as the 201st inaugural lecture of the university in Enugu, with the title: “The marriage between the cardiovascular system and hibiscus sabdariffa (zobo leaves): let no one put asunder”. In the lecture, Nwachukwu highlighted the long-standing research and findings that have shown Hibiscus Sabdariffa (Zobo Leaves) to be highly effective in managing hypertension for those…
In the heart of the Niger Delta, a region abundant in natural resources yet paradoxically steeped in poverty, Dennis Brutu Otuaro, PhD emerges as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change. With a profound understanding of the region’s intricate challenges and a relentless commitment to its people, Otuaro’s journey from the creeks to the corridors of power encapsulates a fervent quest for justice and sustainable development. Just yesterday, Thursday, March 14th, 2024, President Bola Tinubu appointed him Presidential Amnesty Boss. His new appointment is a welcome development and greatly excited the people. The new Presidential Amnesty Boss, Otuaro…
The Nigeria Agribusiness and Agro-Industry Development Initiative (NAADI), an enterprise of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, has commenced operation in Delta state. The State Coordinator of the Initiative, Elder Abu Joshua Jonah, who formally announced the coming of the organisation to the state while interacting with newsmen in Asaba, said it was collaborating with the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Association of Nigeria (FACAN). Elder Abu said the concept of NAADI derived from the fact that agro-industry helped to unlock the latent in agricultural commodities for the satisfaction of consumers, while agribusiness helped to create spatial or temporal utility…
President Bola Tinubu has called on state governors to set aside political differences and collaborate with the federal government to build the nation. Speaking during the breaking of Ramadan fast with governors at the State House in Abuja, on Thursday, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of transitioning from politics to governance, noting the need for unity and cooperation among all stakeholders. ”Since we recognize the need to build our nation together, the time for politics is over. It is now time for governance. ”We are of the same family and parents; living in the same house, but sleeping in different…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Dennis Otuaro as Sole Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme. This was contained in a press release by Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale on Thursday evening. The statement reads; “President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro as Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). Dr. Otuaro holds a PhD in Comparative Politics & Development Studies; an MSc in Public Administration, and a BSc in Education. “He had previously served as a top-level executive of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) with a surfeit of experience…
The Delta State House of Assembly (DTHA), has stated that the Bill on Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWD) passed by the Delta State House of Assembly would address the issues faced by physically challenged persons in the state. The Deputy Speaker of DTHA, RT Hon. Arthur Akpowowo made this known while speaking with newsmen in Asaba. Akpowowo asserted that the bill would ensure that physically challenged persons enjoy full rights and privileges like other citizens, noting that all forms of discrimination were properly looked into. He said the welfare of PLWDs were also addressed as their full rights would be…
By Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq. Construction giant, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the three flyovers; DSC Roundabout, PTI junction and Enerhen junction up to Marine Gate, as well as the Effurun junction pedestrian and road expansion projects are delivered according to specifications. These projects are essential and timely for the revamping of commercial and business activities in the state, and more particularly for the restoration of Warri status as the commercial nerve of Delta State. The governor is totally committed and promised to do the needful to showcase Delta as one of the major…
Advocate Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC), has announced Prof. Enajite Eseoghene Ojaruega as the Keynote Speaker for Advocate Publication’s Inaugural Lecture Series, themed “Youth Empowerment and Leadership Evolution: Rethinking Nigeria’s Leadership Recruitment Process.” ALSBC, in a press statement on Monday signed by its Secretary General, Mr. Shedrack Onitsha-Anipr, disclosed that the choice of the erudite scholar, Prof. Ojaruega, was informed by her vast experience and outstanding scholarly works in over two decades. Mr. Onitsha stated that Prof. Ojaruega was chosen after a rigorous search and thorough deliberations by the ALSBC led by Mr Abraham Ogbodo, former Editor of the…