By Christian Obileri The Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale has cleared the air on the alleged frosty relationship between the authorities of the institution and the leadership of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA). According to him, “there is no rivalry whatsoever between the University and the alumni association”. He emphatically stressed that the relationship between them is deeper than what some people may be thinking. Professor Adebowale made the clarifications when the leadership of UIAA Worldwide paid him a courtesy call at the Boardroom of the Vice Chancellor’s office. Professor Adebowale said, ” there is…
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The Deputy Chief of Staff, Government House, Asaba, Delta State, Sir Christopher Osakwe, has urged investors to move their businesses to Delta for quick returns on their investments. Sir Osakwe made the call on Friday at Government House, Asaba, when the management of Sterling Bank, paid him a courtesy call. According to him, the Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration believe that all hands must be on deck, engaging in positive activities in line with his M.O.R.E. agenda. He observed that Delta is strategically located and conducive for business which should be utilized by investors. “We are happy that as a…
The Police Service Commission has approved the appointment of AIGs Frank Mba and Bala Ciroma as Deputy Inspectors General of Police. DIG Ciroma will replace DIG Ali Janga who has retired from Service and had represented the North East geo-political zone in the Police Management team. DIG Ciroma, the most senior Officer from the zone will henceforth represent the zone. DIG Mba will represent the South East zone and replace retired DIG John Amadi who before his retirement represented the zone. The Commission also approved the promotion of 14 Commissioners of Police to the next rank of Assistant Inspectors General…
Nigeria, as a nation with immense potential, has long struggled with economic challenges that hinder its development. One critical obstacle has been the absence of a unified exchange rate system. The lack of consistency and transparency in currency valuations has deterred foreign investments and hindered economic growth. However, President Tinubu’s recent step towards establishing a unified exchange rate system marks a significant turning point for Nigeria. This bold move has the potential to attract much-needed investments, foster economic development, and elevate the nation’s position on the global stage. A unified exchange rate holds paramount importance for Nigeria’s economic well-being. Currently,…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA LEKKI / With the aim of fostering academic excellence and nurturing young talents, the National Association of Seadogs (NAS) Pyrates Confraternity, pledged to support pupils of Nursery & Primary Schools in their journey towards becoming spelling bee champions within the next five years. This came as the association generously donated educational materials to exceptional pupils of Ajiran Nursery & Primary School Agungi in Lekki, Lagos Nigeria. Members of the Hispaniola Deck (Lekki-Lagos Branch) of the Pyrates Confraternity embarked on the remarkable initiative on Wednesday, 14 June, 2023, as part of the Association’s ongoing commitment to empowering…
By Charles Nwabardi The Permanent Secretary(PS), of Delta State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr. Jude Winful-Orieke has called on women in Delta State to ensure that their children are immunized against childhood life threatening diseases by making them available during the forthcoming Delta State Maternal Newborn Child week (MNCHW) slated for 23rd to 29th June, 2023. This was contained in his address on Thursday during Stakeholders meeting towards Maternal Newborn Child Week organized by the Social Mobilization Committee which took place in the New Delta State Government Secretariat, Asaba, Delta State Capital. He also appealed to other Stakeholders like Ministry…
By Oghenero Orovwuje The Delta State Government has assured investors coming to invest in the state of it’s commitment to providing the enabling environment for their investments to thrive. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, gave this assurance when he played host to Charge D Affaires of the Rwanda High Commission in Nigeria, Mr. Vianney Rubagumya, in his office in Asaba. The SSG stated that the administration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori was ready to partner with investors that will invest in the state, as such strategic partnership was in line with the MORE Agenda of…
By SAM DUVWODE The Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration will spread development in such a way that all Deltans will be happy, Sir Monday Onyeme has said. Sir Onyeme, who is the Deputy Governor of Delta State, gave the assurance on Thursday at Government House, Asaba, when Chief Isaac Onyesom led political leaders and members of Umukwata, Ward 4, Ukwuani Local Government Area of the state to pay him a congratulatory visit. According to the Deputy Governor, it is the desire of the governor to ensure that no community is left behind in its development master plan, adding that what…
Senator Ben Bruce has congratulated the trio of Wale Edun, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and Dele Alake on the appointments as Special Advisers to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. See congratulatory message below With profound joy and a deep sense of pride, I write to congratulate Mr. Wale Edun, Mr. Nuhu Ribadu, and Mr. Dele Alake on their well-deserved appointments as Special Advisers to President Bola Tinubu. Your distinct records of service and unwavering commitment to progress have not gone unnoticed. I am confident that in your respective roles, you will uphold the principles of integrity, diligence, and innovation you have demonstrated…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday named eight people as special advisers, according to a statement released by State House Director of Information, Abiodun Oladunjoye. The President appointed Dele Alake as his Special Adviser of Special Duties, Communications and Strategy and Yau Darazo as Special Adviser on Political and Intergovernmental Affairs. Tinubu also appointed Nuhu Ribadu as his Special Adviser on Security and Wale Edun as Special Adviser on Monetary Policies. The President appointed Olu Verheijen as Special Adviser on Energy and Zachaeus Adedeji as Special Adviser on Revenue. Others are John Uwajumogu (Special Adviser, Industry, Trade and Investment), and Salma…