By Fred Edoreh At the last count, the administration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has 513 road projects of over 1,300 km and 950 km of drainage going on simultaneously across the three Senatorial Districts of Delta State. They comprise 377 inherited and 136 newly initiated ones, all of varying importance to as many different communities. While the number is huge and some of the projects, audacious by intent and design, most interesting is the high level of commitment the Governor has demonstrated towards their successful execution. There are flagship projects like the flyover bridges in Warri and Effurun, on…
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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP in the last governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo, has expressed deep sadness at the passing of Major General Godwin Osagie Abbe (Rtd), a former military governor of Akwa Ibom and Rivers States, and a former Minister of Defence and Internal Affairs. Ighodalo, in a statement by Team Asue Media Organization (TAMO) on Monday signed by Mr Erhabor Emokpae, said the state has lost an illustrious son whose legacy of service to fatherland is immeasurable. “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Maj Gen Godwin Abbe.…
Mikel Obi has finally responded to 2Baba, shedding light on why he allegedly snubbed the music icon during a chance meeting in London. Reflecting on their shared history, Mikel said: “We grew up together in Jos, and you achieved fame before me. I reached out to you several times, but you never responded. Then, the same God who blessed you answered my prayers, and fame found me too.” He expressed his surprise at being approached by 2Baba in a London mall after years of silence: “Now that I’ve made it, suddenly you recognize me? Life has taught me that no…
BY GLORIA OKOLUGBO The Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa came alive last night as distinguished personalities from across Nigeria gathered for the CEOs Network Africa Award Night, a grand event dedicated to celebrating excellence in leadership, innovation, and transformative contributions to societal and economic development. Among the honorees was Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, who received a special recognition award for Mentorship Excellence. This accolade marked his fourth major award in recent months, underscoring his outstanding achievements and impact within just 18 months of legislative service. The evening exuded elegance and camaraderie…
Foremost entrepreneur and President of the Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the positive impact of the Naira for crude swap deal on the Nigerian economy, which has led to reduction in prices of petroleum products in the country. To provide succour to Nigerians, Dangote recently reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N970 to N899.50 at its refinery loading gantry and provided generous credit terms to marketers. “To ensure that this price reduction gets to the end consumer, we have signed a partnership with MRS to sell petrol from its retail outlets…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, is set to be honored with a prestigious award presented by the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima. The recognition celebrates his remarkable achievements within 18 months of his inauguration as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The event, organized by CEOs Network Africa, a multidisciplinary hub with over 35,000 young African entrepreneurs, will take place today at 7 p.m. West African Time, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa. The award ceremony is being held in partnership with the Office of…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata In a bold move, Chief Francis I. Obigbor, Acting Chairman of the Delta State All Progressives Congress (APC), has presented an Alternate Report of the Olorogun O’tega Emerhor-led Reconciliation Committee to the National Leadership of the APC in Abuja. The Alternate Report disputes the Majority Report of the Reconciliation Committee, highlighting significant concerns over the committee’s legality, transparency, and effectiveness in addressing internal party issues. Chief Obigbor’s report criticizes the committee’s formation, citing conflicts of interest, lack of grassroots engagement, and procedural shortcomings. Key disagreements center on the Majority Report’s recommendation to establish a council of…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata Today, we celebrate Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, a distinguished and progressive lawmaker, widely regarded as the face of visionary politics in Nigeria. As a non-conformist leader, Senator Nwoko has consistently prioritized development, progress, and the betterment of society above all else. His approach to politics embodies the belief that “we can disagree without bitterness.” He demonstrates that divergence in opinions, rather than creating division, can foster unity and progress. One of Senator Nwoko’s most commendable qualities is his ability to engage in constructive criticism without regard to status or rank, always with the goal of fostering…
By Unue Emeka, The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State remains embroiled in internal strife, with no resolution in sight. This discord has been exacerbated by the release of a Minority Report from supporters of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, opposing the majority report presented by the Olorogun O’tega Emerhor-led Reconciliation Committee. Emerhor’s Reconciliation Committee was established by the State Working Committee (SWC) to address grievances stemming from the 2023 general elections and to unify the party for future contests. While the majority report gained the support of key stakeholders, the minority faction rejected its recommendations, further highlighting the sharp divisions…
In the spirit of the festive season, the wife of Delta Governor and Founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori on Thursday, December 19, 2024, hosted a Christmas party for children in the State. The event, held at Government House, Asaba, marked the second edition of the celebration organized by Deaconess Oborevwori and over 500 children attended from all 25 Local Government Areas in the State. Addressing the parents at the gathering, the Governor’s Wife urged them to direct their children in the way of God, reiterating that children are parents’ reward, hence, proper attention should be…