The Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, is again in the eyes of the storm as she was accused of siphoning N2billion meant for the empowerment of the women in the country. Already, a group, identified as Concerned Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has dragged Ohanenye and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to an Enugu High Court, seeking an order of the court compelling the minister to account for the whooping N2billion. The plaintiffs in the case- Ambassador Onyinye Joy Mamah, suing for herself and on behalf of Heroine Women Foundation and Other Affected Nigerian Women and Amaka-Ajuzie Ogbu, for…
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Dr Asue Ighodalo, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP in Saturday’s governorship election, secured huge endorsements on Thursday as the campaign period rolled to a close. Governor Godwin Obaseki led Ighodalo, and other top party chieftains to visit sundry markets in Benin City, the state capital. The first port of call was at the popular Lagos Street, where he met with the Lagos Street Traders Association as early as 9:30 am. Addressing the traders in Pidgin English, Governor Obaseki said he came to introduce their next governor them which was greeted with a loud ovation. He assured them that…
Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in Saturday’s Edo State governorship election, has officially declared his campaign activities closed in line with electoral laws. In a statement released by Team Asue Media Organisation (TAMO) on Thursday in Benin City, signed by Erhabor Emokpae, the public is informed that all campaign activities have ceased as of September 19, 2023, at 23:59 PM. The statement, made available to newsmen states that: “We would like to inform the general public that the current campaign has been officially concluded by Dr Asue Ighodalo and consequently directed that no activity in this…
Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly has said that following his election as the senator representing the people of Delta North, he has a mandate from his constituents which he must fulfill. During the campaigns for the 2023 senatorial election, Senator Ned Nwoko assured the people that he would represent them well in the red chamber, adding that their welfare would be his top priority. Senator Nwoko revealed that with the overwhelming support given to him by the people of Delta North, he would ensure he speaks and defends the Anioma people and bring their development…
By Abel Johngold The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has decorated Ejiroghene Obiuwevbi Adegor, a newly promoted Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), and 19 others with their new ranks. The event was graced by the officers’ spouses, relatives, and friends, including colleagues on Tuesday, 17th September, 2024, at the Conference Hall, Police State Command Headquarters, Okpanam road, Asaba. Decorating the newly-elevated ACP in Delta Police Command at a ceremony, CP Abaniwonda, who described her promotion as well deserved and a reward for her dedication and commitment to duties, noted that the promotions were well-deserved, that promotion,…
Director General of Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, has said that the energy policy of governor Sheriff Oborevwori is all emcompassing, expected to provide constant power supply to the three senatorial districts under Public-Private Partnership. He noted that the PPP plan would entail series of strategies capable of solving the epileptic power supply problems across the state, assuring that the state will domesticate the federal energy Law empowering both state and federal governments to invest, generate and transmit power in their jurisdictions. Dr Oghenesivbe, made the disclosure while speaking on Wednesday as guest of…
By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is committed to meaningful development and realistic reforms in Delta State, staying true to his social contract with the people. His administration’s focus is on creating opportunities for every Deltan to access resources that will expand their enterprises, enable them to create wealth, and improve their living conditions. This vision is encapsulated in the MORE agenda, which prioritizes poverty alleviation and wealth creation. In the light of the above, the governor has again reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that residents of the state do not suffer unduly from economic hardship occasioned…
Abel Johngold Orheruata The candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21, governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo, on Wednesday got a heroic welcome from a huge enthusiastic crowd in his Ewhohimi community, Esan South East Local Government Area where he hosted elders and leaders of the party from Ewhohimi, Ewhossa and Ewatto at his country home in Okaigben Quarters. It was the beginning of whole day campaign tour of the local council area, where he assured them that they will be proud of him and his deputy. In his welcome address, Hon Peter Aguele,…
CHAIRMAN, Senate Committee on Reparation & Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko has thrown his weight behind the Gambian Foreign Minister, Mamadou Tangara for the position of the Commonwealth Secretary-General. Nwoko who represents Delta North Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate said, in a statement in Abuja, on Tuesday that Tangara has the valuable experience to head the secretariat of the Commonwealth, noting that he stands out as one of the most experienced and accomplished contenders for the top job. “With an impressive tenure as one of the longest-serving African Foreign Ministers, his expertise in diplomacy, politics and developmental issues is unparalleled.…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata Ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, the ambition of Dr Asue Ighodalo, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) got a significant boost on Tuesday when the Edo State Market Women threw their weight behind him as their preferred candidate. The endorsement and support was announced by the Edo state market women leader, Madam Blacky Ogiemen, at a well-attended annual get-together and hosting of the Grand Patron, Governor Godwin Obaseki at the Lawn Tennis Court of the Ogbe Stadium, Benin City. Madam Ogiemen said in the course of her welcome address that the traders…