The state government has been commended for its huge investments in the school of medicine in the Delta State University DELSU Abraka, towards making it one of the best in the country and beyond . The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Samuel Asagba gave the commendation at the swearing in/oath taking ceremony of the 16th set of qualified medical Doctors, held in the boardroom of the college of Health sciences in the school premises. The vice- chancellor, represented by the Deputy vice -chancellor, Academics, Prof. Ochuko Anomohanran said due to its rapid growth and development, engineered by government’s huge support,…
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By Abel Johngold Orheruata The Delta State Ministry of Information, on behalf of all Deltans, has congratulated Governor Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori on his historic induction into the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Worldwide Hall of Fame. The recognition, bestowed by the Urhobo nation, highlights Governor Oborevwori’s exceptional leadership and dedication to the development of Delta State and the Urhobo people. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Ifeanyi M. Osuoza, the Ministry lauded the Governor’s achievements as a testament to his commitment to the progress and unity of all Deltans. “We also celebrate the conferment of the…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The Delta State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has disassociated itself from an unauthorized presentation made by Chief Paulinus Akpeki, the Vice Chairman of Delta Central Senatorial District. Chief Akpeki reportedly received a report from the Olorogun O’Tega Emerhor-led reconciliation committee on behalf of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the Party, an act the party described as a usurpation of authority. In a statement signed by the Acting Chairman of the Delta State APC, Chief Francis Obigbor, the party emphasized that Chief Akpeki lacked the authority to receive or present any report to…
Nollywood screen goddess, Angela Okorie said she has stopped trusting men when she noticed that her blood uncle developed erection just by sitting on his lap when she was just 12 years old. According to the movie Star “One time an uncle came on a visit, we all welcomed him into our home, he sat on our couch and held my hands as we exchanged compliments. “Somehow my naive mother went into the kitchen to get some food ready and I just ended up sitting on my uncle’s lap innocently o. “My mother kept the conversation going from the kitchen…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The Urhobo Media Practitioners and Advocacy Group is deeply saddened and outraged by the tragic and untimely death of Pa James Oghoroko, President-General of Okuama Town in Ewu Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State. Pa Oghoroko passed away while in the custody of the Nigerian military—a clear violation of his fundamental human rights and a stain on the sanctity of justice and dignity. We categorically condemn the actions of the Nigerian military, which have led to this preventable tragedy. Pa Oghoroko’s death highlights systemic issues of human rights abuses and lack of due process.…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The appointment of Comrade Michael Ikeogwu, former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has been widely commended by journalists in Delta State. Ikeogwu, a Deputy General Manager at The Pointer newspaper, previously served as National Ex-Officio of the NUJ and chaired the Credentials Committee that oversaw the election of the Union’s current National Executive led by Comrade Alhassan Yahaya. His colleagues describe him as a consummate journalist and a distinguished union leader, whose appointment is a testament to his exceptional…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata In its resolve towards dealing with Gender Based Violence (GBV) issues and in line with the 16 days activism to zero tolerance in GBV, the Delta State Government, through the State Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force are set to proscute and arraign three rape offenders in the State. In a case referred on 18th November, 2024, at the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) in Ughelli North Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, a 16 years old student of Otovwodo Grammar School Ughelli, named XXXX (Classified), living at Slaughter Road…
In continuation of our explainer series and clarifications of matters arising on the tax reform bills, this note presents the facts with respect to the claim that certain provisions of the tax bills seek to introduce tax collection by consultants or third parties. We provide the necessary clarifications by answering the key questions that have been raised: Question 1 Are there provisions in the new tax bills seeking to introduce consultants for tax assessment and collection? Answer 1 No. There is no provision in the tax bills seeking to introduce consultants for tax collection. In fact, section 19(3) of the…
Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, was on Saturday inducted into the prestigious Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, in Abuja. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, was special guest of honour at the induction ceremony held at the National Press Centre, Radio House, Abuja. Out of the 421 members inducted by the Institute’s President, Dr. Ike Neliaku, 291 were direct inductees, including Dr Wilfred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, who was exempted from the mandatory pre-induction training due to his sound academic background and…
The Executive Director , Operations and Technical at Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited , Captain Warredi Enisuoh, has bagged a honorary Doctorate Degree in Leadership and Strategic Management and ‘’ Lifetime Achievement “ Award from the prestigious High Stone Global University, Texas, USA. Captain Enisuoh was honored at the university ‘s 2024 International Conference, Special Convocation and Awards Ceremony held at Asaba on Saturday. Enisuoh was recognized for his immense contributions to maritime and aviation safety, innovative security strategies in the field of maritime and security operations. Enisuoh is a highly accomplished maritime and aviation expert with over two decades…