By Felix Evwihor The Director-General of the Delta State Water Sector Regulatory Commission, Engr. Henry Idama, has assured the Association of Water Well Drilling Rig Owners and Practitioners (AWDROP) of the readiness of the commission to collaborate with the association in the state. The DG gave the assurance when Mr Dennis Nwenonye, Coordinator of the association in the state, paid a courtesy visit to the commission in Asaba. According to the DG, “the commission is the only statutory body that is saddled with the responsibility of regulating and collecting levies from water drillers in the state on behalf of the…
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By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA The National Network of Civil Society Organizations working on the prevention, treatment and mitigation of the impact of malaria, and the promotion of immunization and better nutrition in Nigeria (ACOMIN), has called on the government to implement effective recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain skilled healthcare professionals, who are always available to provide quality malaria and health services. The group made the call during their media brief for the State Media Meeting on the Global Fund Malaria Community Led Monitoring Project they are implementing held at Orchid Hotels yesterday in Asaba. Reeling out the successes recorded by…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday, June 22, join world leaders in Paris, France, to review and sign a New Global Financial Pact that places vulnerable countries on priority list for support and investment, following devastating impact of climate change, energy crisis, and after effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. The President will participate in the two-day Summit, June 22 and 23, that looks at opportunities to restore fiscal space to countries that face difficult short-term financial challenges, especially the most indebted; mobilize innovative financing for countries vulnerable to climate change; foster development in low-income countries, and encourage investment in…
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on Monday, said his relationship with the grassroot and common man would not be affected by his meteoric rise to becoming Governor of the state. He stated this at the his inauguration thanksgiving/60th birthday anniversary service at the Living Faith Church, and reception ceremony in Asaba. Oborevwori said that his relationship with the people at the grassroot was very key in his political sojourn and would never stop. He said: “I want to start by thanking all of you who have come to celebrate with me. Your presence means alot to me.…
Sylvester Madu has tackled movie lovers who seem surprised that he sells second-hand goods popularly called ‘okrika’. On Friday, a video surfaced on social media capturing the movie star selling the fairly used items in a market in Enugu. In the now-viral footage, Madu, clad in a brown jacket, was seen holding a sack of clothes while discussing with some customers. The video came as a shock to Nigerians; some of whom expressed concern about the actor. Reacting to the viral clip, Madu said he is proud of “my business empire” which included many people selling various kinds of fairly…
Thanksgiving to God as a personal honour to the Almighty for His goodness in making him Governor and for making him turn 60 years were points of double celebration that provoked prophetic declarations that will set Delta State on the path of a new song, and a new dawn all through the tenure of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. That was the prophetic declaration of Pastor Triumphant Obanor, Delta State Pastor of the Living Faith Church a.k.a. Winners Chapel International while ministering at the thanksgiving service put together by Governor Oborevwori in honour of God to appreciate Him for His good hands,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements with immediate effect. The newly appointed Officers are: S/N NAME APPOINTMENTS 1 Mallam Nuhu Ribadu National Security Adviser 2 Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Chief of Defence Staff 3 Maj. Gen T. A Lagbaja Chief of Army Staff 4 Rear Admirral E. A Ogalla Chief of Naval Staff 5 AVM H.B Abubakar Chief of Air Staff 6 DIG Kayode Egbetokun Acting Inspector-General of Police 7 Maj. Gen. EPA Undiandeye Chief of…
The Founding Bishop of the Living Faith Church (Winners’ Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo has congratulated the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on his 60th birth anniversary on June 19. Oyedepo in a personal letter congratulating Oborevwori on his Diamond Jubilee Anniversary, prayed for the Governor to be successful and impactful as he administers Delta State as Governor. Oyedepo who is the spiritual father of Governor Oborevwori, noted that his triumph against all political battles were testimonies of God’s hand upon his life and family. Oyedepo in the congratulatory letter, said: “My wife and I heartily congratulate you…
The Executive and Legislative Arms of the Ndokwa West LGA, have felicitated with the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sherriff Oborevwori on the occasion of the governor’s diamond jubilee celebrations. In a good will message issued in Kwale, the council headquarters and endorsed by the executive chairman, Chief Goddey Obi-Nzete, prayed to Almighty God to grant Governor Oborevwori more favour and long life. The message read: “the Ndokwa West Council management felicitate with you, your family and friends as you mark your 60th birthday. Life is the greatest of all gifts God has given to man. It is therefore a…
Members of the Ambrose Alli University Alumni Alliance For Empowerment have congratulated Rt Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on his victory at the poll and successful swearing in as the fifth executive governor of Delta State. The Alumni body also congratulated the governor on his 60th birth anniversary saying he is worthy of celebration having used his life to impact lives positively. President of the AAU ALUMNI Alliance, Mr Frank Miller who stated this at the end of its meeting held in Warri, Delta State urged Deltans to give their maximum support and cooperation to the Sheriff Oborevwori administration. Mr. Miller who…