When he popped out of his mother’s womb 79 years ago in rustic Daura, now in Katsina State, nobody could have predicted that he would bestride the country, nay the world, like a colossus. Who could have predicted that a honest man, Mai Gaskiya, had come forth? Who could have foretold that he would rule the country twice, first as a soldier, and later, as a civilian, a democrat? And who could have prognosticated that he would perhaps be the politician with the greatest crowd in the history of the country, for a long time to come? But we’ve had…
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Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Friday said despite the present insecurity, COVID-19 pandemic, economic and governance challenges bedeviling the country, Nigerians expect more from the government. Okowa stated this at the grand reception in honour of the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Patrick Ukah at the palace of the Obuzor of Ibusa in Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state. He commended the Oshimili North Traditional Rulers Committee for the honour done on the State Scribe, adding that the reception would encourage Ukah to do more for the people. According to the governor, i am glad to…
Residents of Delta State have been assured of adequate security in this Yule tide and year 2022. The Director General of Security in Delta, Hon David Tonwe gave the assurance while speaking with newsmen in Asaba. Hon. Tonwe said the collaboration between Operation Delta Hawk and other security agencies like the Police, Army, Directorate of Security Services, the Navy, Airforce, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps as well as the Road Safety Corps have made the State unhealthy for miscreants to operate. While thanking Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for the maximum assistance to the security job of Operation Delta Hawk in…
The Delta Collective Assembly (DCA) has adopted the candidacy of the Chief of Staff to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Rt. Hon. Ovie Festus Agas, as the candidate to be supported for the 2023 governorship seat in Delta State. This was as a result of the report of the DCA assessment committee presented by its Chairman, Chief Alfred Onyenwosa, to the General Assembly of the group in accordance with the terms of reference given to the committee. The motion for the adoption of the former lawmaker who served as Secretary to the Delta State Government between 2015 and 2019, as the candidate…
In the spirit of the Christmas celebration, Wife of Delta Governor, Dame Edith Okowa on Thursday, December 16, 2021, played host to Children from across the state at the Government House, Asaba. The annual funfair tagged, ‘Children Christmas Party’, had select children from the 25 local government areas who were treated to various entertaining sessions by Santa Claus, Cartoon characters, comedians and other side attractions. Leading the Children in Thanksgiving to God for seeing another celebration, Dame Edith Okowa called for commitment to God, urging those who are yet to accept Jesus Christ as their personal saviour, to do so…
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari as he turned 79 on Friday. Okowa, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba extended the goodwill of the government and people of the state to the President on the birth anniversary. He commended Buhari for Federal Government’s regular interventions through grants and loans to states to address difficult fiscal obligations. The governor said “on the occasion of your 79th birth anniversary on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, I heartily rejoice with you and your family on behalf of the Government and people of Delta.…
The Secretary to the Delta State Government, Chief Patrick Ukah, has said that PDP Delta Mandate is a group made up of people with like minds bonded in unity and purpose. Chief Ukah, who spoke during a meeting of the group in Asaba, said that the body is a political pressure group in the state committed and dedicated to ensuring that the state governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, finishes strong. He advised those who are already jumping gun ahead of the 2023 governorship election in the state to retrace their steps and be patient until a decision is made. Also…
Delta State Government has presented a vehicle to the Bishop of Asaba Diocese, Anglican Communion, Rt. Reverend Justus N. Mogekwu, to commemorate his 70th birthday and retirement from service of the church. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Chief Patrick Ukah, on behalf of the state government, presented the vehicle to the Bishop at St. Peter’s Cathedral Church, Bishops Court, Asaba. Chief Ukah, who described the retiring Bishop as a true soldier of Christ and a role model for decades in the Diocese of Asaba, urged him not to relent in his service to God towards the…
Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa has expressed optimism that the coming year 2022 would be a better year for Nigerians. Okowa stated this at the Delta State Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols held at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba on Thursday. Governor Okowa flanked by his wife Dame Edith, took the first lesson titled “the fall of man” while his Deputy, Mr Kingsley Otuaro took the second reading. The governor said that the year 2021 was a challenging year for Nigerians but expressed hope that 2022 would be a better year for the nation. He urged Christians to renew…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA WexFord Haven Homes, a renowned property developer, has commenced the sales of off plan and services of De Tamara Massionete 8 housing units in the heartland of Asaba, the capital of Delta State. Unveiling the initiative in Asaba, the Chairman of WexFord Haven Homes, Akpeli-Ojogwu Kimashinor Tom Nwakalo-Imu, explained that “De Tamara Massionete Projects we are about to commence today is our new novel project in Asaba.” He disclosed that while seeking approval for the projects from the Delta State Government, the Commissioner for Lands and Surveys, Barr Kate Onianwa, sought to know where they got…