By Ejime Udueme…. On regular basis, issues of toxic and abusive marriages have received negative media attention. In most cases, it has led to maiming of spouses and death through physical injuries in self defense or attack to overpower the other. A toxic marriage is a relationship where one or both partners consistently exhibit harmful, destructive, and damaging behaviors, causing emotional, physical, or psychological harm to the other partner. These offensive behaviors can be overt or covert, intentional or unintentional and can lead to a toxic and unhealthy environment in the union. Red flag of a toxic marriage include emotional…
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The Government of Burkina Faso has introduced a ground breaking new prison reform. The new innovative approach prioritises rehabilitation, agricultural development, and restorative justice. According to the new criminal law, prisoners and those awaiting sentences can work in the agriculture sector, with a remarkable incentive; a month of work equals three-month reduction off their sentence. The new innovation is the brain child of the nation’s military ruler, the youngish Captain Ibrahim Traorè, who emphasised that the country’s laws must reflect African values. “Henceforth our prisoners will be working in our Agriculture sector while their sentences are reduced, our laws must…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko is a prominent Nigerian businessman, philanthropist, and politician, known for his active involvement in politics and commitment to socio-economic development in Nigeria. He represents the Delta North Senatorial District of Delta State in the Nigerian Senate. Nwoko’s rise to prominence, both in the political and business realms, has been marked by a reputation that contrasts with many of his peers. Unlike many Nigerian politicians, who often find themselves embroiled in corruption scandals, Nwoko has navigated the turbulent waters of Nigerian politics without the burden of a corruption label hanging around his neck. Born in…
In a shocking incident that highlights the growing wave of violence among young students, a 14-year-old girl from Ikot Ewa Secondary School was arrested by Nigerian Army officers for attempting to murdeer her teacher. The teenage suspect was caught in possession of a cut-to-size double-barrel gun, which she allegedly planned to use to execute her teacher as revenge for making her cut her dyed hair. According to reports, the girl was furious after her teacher enforced the school’s grooming policy, which required students to maintain natural hair. Feeling humiliated, she allegedly made the decision to take deadly action, leading to…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, hosted members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from Delta North on Wednesday, where meaningful discussions were held. In a post shared on X, the Distinguished Senator stated that the meeting provided an “opportunity to foster the unity we seek,” as they engaged in open and constructive dialogue about their collective aspirations. The Senator highlighted that the conversation centered around the creation of Anioma State, a cause he described as a dream “that speaks to our unity, progress, and rightful place in the Nigerian federation.” He…
Delta State Government, Wednesday, launched a whistle-blowing policy to enable citizens report poor quality and substandard projects delivery in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, announced the establishment of the policy at a news conference in Asaba, the Delta State Capital. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, the Commissioner said citizens can send text messages, WhatsApp messages with pictures and videos where possible to 09169978305. He said: “So today we are…
Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North and Chancellor of Sports University of Nigeria, was the Special Guest of Honour at the Command Day Secondary School Abuja 16th Annual Inter-House Sports Competition. The event took place on February 18 at the Aguiyi Ironsi Cantonment Sports Complex, Abuja. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Michael Nwoko, the senator applauded the students, teachers, and military personnel for organizing a vibrant and competitive event. He emphasized the significance of sports in shaping young minds, fostering teamwork, discipline, and resilience. “I am honored to be here today as the Special Guest of Honour.…
By Ify Achugbue Agbor, Delta State – In a continued effort to maintain a clean and healthy environment, the Delta State Waste Management Board (DSWMB) has intensified its waste evacuation operations across the state. Acting on the directive of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Matthew Mofe Edema, the Member representing Delta North, Hon. Igbenije Cosmas, led a team of DSWMB staff on a routine evacuation of solid waste dumps along Old Lagos/Asaba Road, specifically after Nugbo before the railway in Boji-Boji Owa, Agbor. The exercise is part of the Board’s ongoing commitment to keeping Delta State clean, preventing environmental hazards, and…
Chief Great Ogboru had a perfect chance of being elected Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2003 and 2023. Still, he was desperate for the governorship position, knowing full well that he lacked the political structure and arsenal to conquer the Delta state ruling party, the PDP. There’s no doubt that the popularity of Chief Great Ogboru upon his return from EXILE in the early year 2000 attracted him neutral likeness from Deltans. The love he couldn’t translate to electoral victory to become governor but through him, so many politicians were able to sail the State and National…
Warri, Delta State – High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of elder statesman and nationalist, Pa (Senator) Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON. In a heartfelt condolence message, Tompolo extended his sympathies to the Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, as well as the people of the South-South region and Nigeria at large, describing Senator Clark’s demise as a great loss to the nation. “The news came as a rude shock to me this morning. Even though he was old, he was full of life and still actively engaged. His…