Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, said Local Governments in the state were now responsive, responsible to the yearnings and aspirations of the people at the grassroots. Governor Oborevwori stated this while inaugurating projects executed by the Chairmen of Warri South and Sapele Local Governments. Speaking in Warri, Governor Oborevwori commended the Council Chairman, Dr. Michael Tidi, for converting the Warri playground, which, he said had been a den of criminals, to Warri South Local Government Cottage Hospital. Governor Oborevwori, who was joined by former Governor of the State, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, the Olu of Warri HRM Ogiame…
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The Vice-Chancellor of the Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Professor Jacob Oboreh has called for calm and understanding amidst raging crisis over relocation of Faculty of Management Sciences from Ozoro to Orerokpe. Prof. Oboreh in a statement, Wednesday, in Ozoro, said the relocation of the Faculty of Management Sciences from Ozoro to Orerokpe was intended to open up more rapid development in the University of Science and Technology. According to him, 12 new programmes in the existing faculties will be created immediately in the area of science and technology, adding that the programmes being relocated will not…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, confirmed that the National Universities Commission, (NUC), has approved the establishment of three more faculties for the Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro. Governor Oborevwori announced the NUC’s approval for the establishment of the Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, and Health Sciences, when he received on a solidarity and congratulatory visit, a delegation of leaders and traditional rulers from Isoko nation, at Government House, Asaba. The Governor thanked the Isoko nation for their support and for being worthy in-laws, assuring that his administration would continue to do everything within…
By Pat Gbemudu In furtherance of the state government’s agenda of ensuring MORE access to better healthcare for every resident of Delta, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) enrolled students of the University of Delta, Agbor, into the Tertiary Institutions Social Health Insurance Program (TISHIP). The initiative, which is in recognition of the pivotal role tertiary institutions play in shaping the future of our society, was flagged off last week at the Dennis Osadebay University (DOU), Asaba. In his speech at the opening ceremony, the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of DSCHC, Olorogun Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, said that the introduction of…
In underscoring the State Government’s commitment to ensuring that every resident has access to quality healthcare services without experiencing financial hazards of expensive healthcare, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), today, continued the flag-off ceremony of Tertiary Institutions Social Health Insurance Program (TISHIP) at the University of Delta (UNIDEL), Agbor, Nigeria. The initiative, which is in recognition of the pivotal role tertiary institutions play in shaping the future of our society, was last week flagged off at the Dennis Osadebey University (DOU), Asaba. Addressing audience at the ceremony, the Director General (D-G)/ Chief Executive Officer of DSCHC, Dr. Isaac…
A nine year old lion has reportedly murdered Olabode Olawuyi, a staff member of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile-Ife Zoological Park. A statement by the public relations officer of the University, Abiodun Olarewaju, confirming the incident said Olawuyi, until his death was a Veterinary Technologist, who had been in charge of the Zoological garden for over a decade. He said: “Mr Olawuyi has been taking care of the lions since they were born on campus about 9 years ago but, tragically, the male lion killed the man who had been feeding them. According to the statement, other members of…
By Emmanuel Enebeli In recent years, Nigeria has grappled with a surge in security challenges, encompassing insurgency, terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal clashes. As these threats strain the nation’s security apparatus, urgent exploration of innovative solutions becomes paramount. Among the debated strategies, the establishment of state police forces stands out. However, alongside recognizing the necessity of state police, addressing legitimate concerns about potential misuse and politicization is equally imperative. The call for state police arises from the recognition that a centralized policing system may inadequately address Nigeria’s diverse security needs. The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), currently controlled by the…
The lawmaker representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ogbueshi Ngozi Lawrence Okolie, has mourned the late Omu Anioma, Obi Martha Dunkwu, saying she was an inspiring soul, always there for all who came to her with their troubles or to seek advice. In a personal tribute to the deceased titled ‘A TRIBUTE TO OUR DEAR OMU OKPANAM/ANIOMA. OBI MARTHA DUNKWU’, the National Assembly (NASS) lawmaker said that his relationship with the late Omu was of a mother and her favourite son spanning over a decade. While extolling the consumate Public Relations turned Omu’s integrity…
NIGERIAN AIR FORCE 2024 DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION ENLISTMENT EXERCISE FROM 29TH JANUARY TO 11TH MARCH 2024. Delta State Government through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government is by this announcement encouraging eligible Deltans to APPLY online for the 2024 NIGERIAN AIR FORCE DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION (DSSC) ENLISTMENT for University Degree Holders. NOTE: The Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) is a type of commission in the NAF which is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. The Course provides the avenue for the enlistment of degree holders who are professionals in specified fields. Training period…
Tradicional Rulers in Delta North under the aegis of the Delta North Traditional Rulers Fórum have described the late Asaba monarch as an icon and great leader who has left indelible foot prints in the sands of time. The Delta North Royal Fathers made the remark when they paid a condolence visit to the Asagba’s family in Asaba. The Vice chairman of the Forum and Obi of Abavo kingdom, Uche Irenuma 11 who led the delegation said the demise of Obi Professor Chike Edozien was a great loss not only to the people of Delta North but the entire State…