Distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko has been conferred with the Cultural Ambassador award by the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the promotion of culture, peace, and national unity in Delta State and across Nigeria. The award was presented during the Commission’s International Museum Day celebration, themed “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,” held at the China Cultural Center on May 20, 2025. A fitting recipient, Senator Nwoko—who represents Delta North Senatorial District—is widely regarded as a staunch advocate for cultural preservation. His country home, Mount Ned, stands as a vibrant…
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Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, on Tuesday welcomed a delegation of former councillors from Aniocha South Local Government Area to his office at the National Assembly in a show of solidarity and support. In a statement he shared on his official Facebook page, Senator Nwoko expressed gratitude for the visit, describing it as a source of encouragement and inspiration. “Honoured to receive former councillors from Aniocha South who paid a solidarity visit to my office at the National Assembly,” the senator wrote. “Their kind words, encouragement, and pledge of support mean a lot. “When the people recognize…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo Delta state Government has reiterated its determination to uphold excellence, hardwork and maintain integrity by promoting and defending the culture and the image of the civil service. The Heard of Service of Delta State Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji made the promise when she and her management team embarked on an inspection tour of some Departments and agencies (MDA’s) directly under the supervision of her Office. Speaking while being conducted round the premises of the Staff Training Center by the Deputy Director of Studies, Mrs. Modebe Louisa, the HOS advised that utilization of facilities in the center should…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo Civil Servants across the State Have been called upon to delve into agriculture, especially the home stead farming as it would reduce hunger in Nigeria. The Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. (Mrs) Mininim Oseji made a call when she visited the home stead farm of the commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hon. Val Arenyeka at the Commissioners Quarters in Asaba. According to her, “every home should have a Garden to reduce hunger in Nigeria.” She stressed the need for Civil Servants to be properly sensitized on the resources required in terms of finances and…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The National Leader of the Peace Awareness Movement, Alhaji Awo Destiny Harmony, has lambasted social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VDM, over what he described as a desperate and misguided attempt to gain relevance by demanding explanations from Seyi Tinubu regarding the already debunked kidnapping allegations made by factional NANS President, Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah. In a strongly worded statement issued in Abuja, Alhaji Awo expressed dismay that VDM continues to stoke the flames of a thoroughly discredited narrative, despite Comrade Isah’s public confession and apology admitting the allegations were entirely fabricated.…
Kenneth Obieh/Kogolo Mirian The Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu highlighted the efforts of the state government in improving infrastructure and promoting realistic reforms across the state. The Commissioner stated this in an interview on Advocate Broadcast Network ( ADBN) this morning in Uyo City, as they prepared for the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations week, which began today in Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom Mr. Aniagwu disclosed that the State Government, led by Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori had made significant progress in promoting his MORE agenda, which includes Meaningful Development, Opportunities for…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE In a powerful show of support, Chief Emma Ejiofor, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described Senator Ned Nwoko as a visionary and transformational leader whose recent defection to the APC marks a significant gain for the party and for progressive politics in Delta State. In an exclusive interview, Chief Ejiofor praised Senator Nwoko’s integrity, leadership style, and long-term commitment to the development of Delta North and the broader Anioma region. “Senator Nwoko is unlike most politicians,” Ejiofor stated. “He is pragmatic, forward-thinking, and driven by a deep sense of purpose. His focus…
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta, has passed a vote of confidence on President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori and Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas. for providing purposeful and visionary leadership. The confidence vote was passed on the trios weekend, at the All Progressive Party (APC) maiden meeting of Isoko South Local Government Area following the formal mass defection of former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC in the local government area. The meeting, hosted at the country home of…
Yeni Kuti, media personality and daughter of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, recently shared a surprising story about her father’s entry into Trinity College of Music in London. In a video, Yeni revealed that Fela’s admission in 1958 was not based on academic merit but rather compassion. She explained that Fela’s parents were initially reluctant to send him abroad due to his average school grades, especially compared to his younger brother, who was a top student. However, Fela’s older siblings living in London misled their parents into believing that he had gained admission to study medicine. When Fela arrived in London,…
By Ayox Ojo Hajia Binta Adamu Bello, the Director-General, National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has revealed that the agency recently rescued 19 girls who were impregnated by one man from an estate in Abuja. Hajia Bello disclosed this during at a strategic meeting with Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) in Abuja on Friday. He said the rescue of the pregnant girls was typical of the growing menace and challenge of human trafficking in the country. “We rescued last week 19 girls all pregnant for one man in an estate in…