By Abel Johngold, MNIPR Preparations are in top gear for the highly anticipated Construction Projects Conference 2.0, set to hold at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, Delta State, on March 24th and 25th, 2025, with the theme: “Making Construction & Infrastructure Projects Work Better.” The conference will bring together top industry players, policymakers, legal experts, and business leaders to explore innovative solutions for driving sustainable infrastructure and construction projects in Nigeria. Leading the lineup of speakers is the Honourable Minister of Works, H.E. Sen. (Engr.) Nweze David Umahi, who will deliver the Keynote Address, sharing insights on the Federal Government’s…
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The Governor Sheriff Oborevwori administration’s commitment to reposition Delta Trust Mortgage Bank Limited as one of the leading mortgage banks in Nigeria is yielding positive results, in line with the MORE Agenda of the state government. Chairman of the sixth Board of the Bank, Hon. Jude Omena Ogbimi, disclosed this after a strategic board and management meeting held in Asaba to review ongoing reforms at the financial institution. The meeting marked a significant leadership transition following the retirement of the immediate past CEO/MD, Mrs. Rudy Ijioma Okoro, who served the bank for 10 years. The Board announced the appointment of…
BY FELIX EKWU Nigerian actress and film producer Regina Daniels-Nwoko has been honoured with The Sun Newspaper’s Nollywood Personality of the Year award. Regina Daniels on Saturday, March 1, 2025, was among 36 outstanding Nigerians honoured by The Sun Publishing Limited, publishers of The Sun Newspaper. The event, which was the 22nd edition of the coveted awards of the prestigious national media outfit, was held at the Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Adbullahi Ganduje, and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Ojukwu…
By Ify Achugbue In a bid to promote a cleaner and healthier environment, the Delta State Waste Management Board (DSWMB), led by Hon. Matthew Mofe Edema, on Monday, March 1, 2025, carried out a routine evacuation of indiscriminately dumped waste along the Asaba/Benin Expressway, opposite FREDA EXPRESS Hotel, Agbor. The cleanup exercise was supervised by Hon. Ndudi Cosmas Igbenije, Member representing Delta North in the DSWMB, with on-ground coordination by Kenneth Ezon Duwo, Supervisor of the Agbor Field Office. Speaking during the operation, Duwo reiterated that the exercise aligns with the vision of the Hon. Edema-led board to maintain a…
The State Director, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Jigawa State, Mallam Ahmed Tijjani Ibrahim, has called on the Muslim Ummah in the state to use the holy month of Ramadan for sober reflection, prayers for peace, security, and progress of the state and the nation at large. This was contained in a statement by Comrade Sarah Ogodo, Head of Media and Communication of NOA in Jigawa State, on behalf of the State Director and made available to pressmen on Sunday Mallam Ibrahim encouraged Muslim faithful to be fully committed to the 2025 Ramadan fasting exercise, which is one of the five…
By Kenneth Obieh The Erhuvwu Club of Nigeria, Asaba, recently honored eight of its members for their exceptional contributions to the club and humanity through their appointments and promotions in various fields. The award presentation took place during the club’s 2024 end-of-year party in Asaba, which brought together distinguished guests and members to celebrate a year of remarkable achievements and community service. Sir David Onokpe, President of the Club and retired Permanent Secretary, expressed gratitude to the guests and members for celebrating with them. He thanked members for their genuine support, which has sustained the club’s growth and unity. The…
BY JUMAI NWACHUKWU The Order of the Knights of St. Mulumba (KSM), Benin Metropolitan Council, has elevated the Director of Administration and Human Resources at the Delta State Contributory Health Commission and National Auditor of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), Comrade Bolum Nwachukwu (KSM), alongside other distinguished members, to the prestigious 3rd Degree Admission and Investiture. The solemn investiture ceremony, attended by high-ranking officials and members of the Catholic fraternal order, marked a significant milestone in the spiritual and leadership journey of the inductees. Speaking at the ceremony which saw the induction of 37 new brothers…
By Abel Johngold, MNIPR In a remarkable show of compassion and dedication to the welfare of his people, the Senator representing Jigawa Northwest Senatorial District, Dr. Babangida Hussaini (Walin Kazaure), has donated rice, millet, and cash assistance worth N300 million to indigent families across the 12 local government areas in his constituency as part of his Ramadan support programme. The gesture, aimed at easing the hardship faced by vulnerable households during the holy month of Ramadan, reflects the Senator’s unwavering commitment to uplifting the living standards of his constituents and ensuring they observe the fasting period without undue financial burden.…
BY FRED ODU In a concerted effort to enhance security in Idumuje-Ugboko and its surrounding areas, Senator Ned Nwoko, representing the Delta North senatorial district in the National Assembly, has successfully rehabilitated the previously non-functional police station in the region. This initiative was among several constituency projects recently inspected by Senator Nwoko’s Chief of Staff, Dr. Michael Nwoko. Dr. Nwoko highlighted his principal’s deep concern over the lack of a functional police station in Idumuje-Ugboko, a critical area with a major road linking to Edo State and proximity to a university, which made it particularly vulnerable to security threats. The…
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, the former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate and Delta State APC Governorship candidate, has reaffirmed his commitment to more inclusive leadership in the Delta APC. He assured party leaders and members in Delta State that the APC will adopt a more participatory approach to decision-making, giving every stakeholder a voice. According to Senator Omo-Agege, who also leads the Delta APC, this renewed focus on inclusivity aims to harness diverse perspectives, accommodate all interests, and empower stakeholders to contribute to the party’s future direction. At an interactive stakeholders’ meeting in Patani, attended by party members, stakeholders, and…