The 2020 Credentials Committee of the Delta state Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have rolled out the timetable for the forthcoming 2020 election into the state executive council positions. In a statement signed by the Chairman and Secretary of the Committee, Comrade Godwin Eziokwu Okoh and Comrade Kenneth Obieh respectively said the activities will begin from 11th March,2020 and end on Tuesday 2nd June,2020. The Committee revealed that collection and Submission of forms will begin from Wednesday 11th March to Tuesday 17th March 2020, while the screening of the aspirants will start from Wednesday 18th March to Friday 25th March,2020…
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BY NKEM OSU President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. (Engr) Victor Ochei Esq, as the Executive Director of Maritime Labour and Cabotage Services in the Nigerian Maritime Administration And Safety Agency(NIMASA). The appointment which is sequel to the tenure expiration of the Dr. Dakuku Peterside led board that was inaugurated on March 10, 2016 also comprises a new Director-General and two other executive directors . Ochei a former speaker of the fifth Delta State House of Assembly is a consummate front- row grassroots politician, versed in diverse cerebral disciplines such as engineering, financial management, corporate governance,…
The topic for the 2020 Maris annual public service lecture, “Effective Tax Administration For The Delivery Of Democratic Dividends”, has been described as an agenda-setting topic for democracies all over the world. Executive Assistance to the Delta State Governor on Youth(s) Development, Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi, made the assertion in a chat with journalists in Asaba. Ezechi noted that the choice of Asaba also is in sync with the topic not just because it is conducive, safe and accessible, but it is a city where a true democrat, Senator (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, sits as Governor. “This is the auspicious time for…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Delta State Council, has described the proposed establishment of a security outfit by the South-South governors as a right step in safeguarding the people of the geopolitical zone from internal and external attacks by criminally minded elements. In a statement of commendation made available to the press and endorsed by the council chairman, Michael Ikeogwu and Secretary, Churchill Oyowe, the union said the action stance indicated that the governors had listening ears and the will power to respond to the needs of their people. The statement recalled the communiqué of the NUJ, South-South Zone…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has rejoiced over the appointment of one of its members, Comrade Fidelis Egugbo as Special Assistant on Media to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. The NUJ, Delta State Council, in a statement released to the media, said Egugbo’s appointment was yet another plus for Journalists serving in the present administration of Senator Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State. The union in the statement signed by the Council Chairman, Michael Ikeogwu and Secretary, Churchill Oyowe, described the appointment as a deserving reward for diligence, dedication and ingenuity. The statement observed that Egugbo, over the years in reporting Delta…
The Governors of the South-South states on Thursday announced their resolution to establish a regional security outfit to stem increasing criminal activities in the region. The governors, who met in Asaba, also resolved to insist on full implementation of 13 per cent Derivation and to adopt regional approach in tackling Coronavirus Disease otherwise known as Covid-19.Briefing newsmen after the meeting, Chairman of South-South Governors’ Forum, Sen, (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, said that BRACED Commission, the economic think-tank of the region, had been mandated to work out the details of the proposed security outfit. According to him, the commission will…
BY SAM DUVWODE Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, has enjoined out-gone Corps members in the State to build on the experience and maintain the socio-cultural ties they have established in the last one year. According to him, that is one of the ingredients of national unity and integration. Governor Okowa, who gave the charge today in Asaba, during the passing-out ceremony of the 2019 Batch ‘A’ Corps Members deployed to Delta State, commended corps members who made outstanding contributions through individual and group Community Development Service (CDS) projects in the State. The governor who was represented by his Deputy,…
Y SAM DUVWODE Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu has said, Waffi TV beyond providing entertainment and information to the people is now nevigating into more realm thereby becoming an appostle of the prosperity to all Deltans policy of the Delta State Government. Mr. Aniagwu stated this in Asaba while fielding question from newsmen over the activities of Waffi TV, a popular online and cable Pidgin English television station based in Warri, Delta State. The commissioner for information while commending the Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Waffi TV, Pastor Ares Akemotubo for looking beyond entertainment and information…
BY ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council has inaugurated the 2020 credentials committee for its election coming up this year. The Constitution of the Credentials Committee was done through nomination by members of the Union at the State Congress that took place at the State Council’s Permanent Press Center, Maryam Babangida road Asaba. Speaking during the inauguration, the State NUJ Chairman, Comrade Michael Ikeogwu called on members of the committee to ensure that they conduct credible election in line with the NUJ constitution, adding that the members are crop of experienced journalists who have…
The Delta State Government has tasked the contractor handling the Construction of Obitobon-Elolo-Ajaokurogbo-Orubu road, Ogidighen phase 1 in Warri South West Local Government Area, to speed up the pace of work on the project. The Delta State Commissioner for works, Chief James Augoye gave the charge today while inspecting the project which he said will bring about a socio economic transformation of the area when completed. Chief Augoye flanked by field engineers from the ministry, Enginneers from the contracting firm and the counsellor representing Ogidigben Constituency, in Warri south West Local Government Area, said the Okowa administration is very passionate…