BY NORBERT CHIAZOR “Warri will be given special attention”. That was the punch line of Rt.Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori’s first speech as Governor of Delta state. Today,it is not political rhetoric.Warri is changing fast.On the cusp of amazing transformation. Oborevwori as governor met Warri,like a land akin to Irish Author James Plunkett’s STRUMPET CITY: “Strumpet City on the sunset So old,so sick with memories Old mother…” But like hopeful Plunkett,Oborevwori the Warri brood is working on Warri,optimistic that he “will walk the streets of Paradise,head high,and unashamed” A new Warri,dressing up to become a beautiful bride… Mega “Julius Berger” bridges are rising…
Author: Spade Nigeria
Immediate past Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu has in his usual compassion for the people, distributed food items and household appliances worth over One hundred and fifty Million (N150, 000, 000) Naira to Deltans. The items were distributed to Deltans including his supporters across the four Local Government Areas within Aniocha Oshimili Federal Constituency on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at his country home in Onicha-Uku, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State Beneficiaries who got 50kg bags of rice, 100kg bags of beans, deep freezers, fridges, electricity generator sets among other items include…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo, has given reasons why Edo State needs people who can offer good governance. Speaking at a Town Hall Meeting organized by the Edo State Chapter of the National Youth Council (NYC), Ighodalo said it is because the country, Nigeria, and by extension the state of Edo are facing many challenges and therefore need people who will face those challenges head-on and proffer lasting solutions for the good of all. “Do you know why we need to…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata In a significant development just 10 days to the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANs) has endorsed Dr Asue Ighodalo, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. NANS Zone B, made up of all students across all campuses in the 11 states of the South East and South-South, announced the endorsement and readiness to work for the victory of Ighodalo on Wednesday at a press conference held at Imaguero Girls College, Benin City, saying he is the most prepared and qualified in terms of competence,…
By Annabel Ogheneganre Crab mentality, also known as crab theory, that is crabs in a bucket mentality, or the crab-bucket effect, is a mentality of which people will try and prevent others from gaining a favourable position in something, even if it has no effect on those trying to stop them. It is a way of thinking best described by the phrase “If I can’t have it, neither can you’’. The metaphor refers to a pot of crabs in which one tries to escape over the side, but is relentlessly pulled down by others in the pot. This mentality ensures…
Newly constructed 3 Battalion Soldiers’ Transit Accommodation built and furnished by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSL) for military personnel at Effurun Barrack in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State, has been inaugurated by the Nigerian Army. The building, which is well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, was commissioned by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Jamal Abdussalam. Abdussalam, while inaugurating the project, commended Tantita Security for initiating and completing the project as part of efforts in providing welfare for officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army. The GOC stressed that personnel of the Nigerian…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tackle the challenges of flood in Nigeria. The Vice President who gave the assurance in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital on Tuesday, noted that though the factors leading to the ravaging flood and other recurring disasters in the country are diverse, President Tinubu has already developed a comprehensive roadmap aimed at addressing these challenges head-on. The VP is in Maiduguri for on-the-spot assessment of the ravaging floods that have displaced communities in the state. Commiserating with victims of the flood disaster, VP Shettima disclosed that…
Ahead of the opening ceremony of the 8th National Youth Games scheduled for September 12, the Delta State Government has said it is fully ready for a hitch-free hosting of the event holding in the state capital, Asaba. The assurance was given by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, after an inspection visit of various facilities for the competition. He assured that while the facilities, including competition venues, accommodation facilities and arrangement for transportation are satisfactory, the state has also placed high premium and put adequate measures in place for the security and safety of participants. The…
Abel Johngold Orheruata Ahead of the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, Team Asue Media Organization (TAMO) has expressed its strong support for the upcoming NUJ/BON organized governorship debate featuring candidates vying for the Office of the Governor of Edo State. In a statement signed by Erhabor Emokpae on Tuesday and made available to newsmen in Benin City, TAMO said “the debate that is scheduled for Sunday, September 15, is a crucial element of the democratic process, which will allow the various candidates to present their visions, share their policies, and engage directly with the electorate in an…
Even before the arrival of the state contingents and the commencement of the 8th National Youth Games, traders in Asaba and environs are excited with the business opportunities the event presents, and are thankful to the Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, for his commitment to sustaining the hosting of the games in Asaba. While arrival for the games is on Monday, September 9, it has been observed that traders in various wares and stuff started setting up, both within and outside the premises of the Stephen Keshi Stadium, from Friday, September 7, and through the weekend, awaiting the…