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Norsworthy Farms Gift 300KVA Transformer To Ashama Community

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Norsworthy Farms and Agro Allied Industries Limited has donated a 300KVA electricity transformer to Ashama Community in Delta State.

Presenting the Transformer to the Obi of Ashama Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Obi Solomon Ezechinyelugo II, at his palace, on behalf of the Group Managing Director of Norsworthy Farms, Dr Gabriel Ogbechie, his Managing Director, Mr Christopher Tsogbe said it was aimed at addressing the longstanding power supply challenges in Ashama.

Ogbechie said the new transformer would help stabilize electricity supply, thereby improving living conditions of the people of Ashama.

According to him, the gesture was geared towards enhancing rural electrification and supporting local development,

Speaking with Journalists after the presentation, Tsogbe said the gesture was in line with the Norsworthy Farms corporate socio responsibility to their host community.

He said as partners in development the organisation will continually support the growth of Ashama Community.

On his part, the Project Manager, Pastor Philips Onyi Otobo said the transformer will help the people of Ashama address the electricity challenges faced by residents.

Otobo said the peaceful disposition of the people of the community earned them the gesture, adding that they stood out amongst other host communities Norsworthy Farms have partnered with.

Speaking, the Executive Assistant to the Governor(SSG office), Sir Jossy Honnah assured the monarch and the people of Ashama of more developmental strides from the organisation and the state government.

Sir Honnah explained that the corporate Social Responsibility by Norsworthy Farms Limited, is the democratic dividend of the public private partnership initiative of the Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff oborevwori of drawing more private investors to the developmental programme of his MORE Agenda to Deltans.

Expressing gratitude to Ogbechie, the monarch said the gesture was a welcome development, as

While appreciating the management of Norsworthy Farms, the President General, Bishop Elomechine appealed to them to help attract more government intervention to the community.

In the same vein, the Owelle of Ashama, Chief Okonkwo George, thanked Ogbechie for remembering them, adding that the transformer would open new doors for socio-economic activities and called for installation of the transformer.

Highlight of the event was the official handover of the transformer to the community and goodwill messages from indigenes of the community to the donor.

EKO Media Aide Comr. Odih Christian Udoka Set to Marry Fiancée Deborah Adokele

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In a joyous announcement, Comr. Odih Christian Udoka (OCU), the media aide to the Executive Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Ezenyili Kelvin Obi, is preparing to tie the knot with his fiancée, Miss Emesiobi Deborah Adokele. Comr. Udoka hails from Okpanam in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, while his bride-to-be, Emesiobi, is from Ogbakiri in the Emohua Local Government Area of River State.

The couple’s traditional marriage ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 31 in Ogbakiri, where family and friends will gather to celebrate their union in line with cultural customs and traditions. The wedding ceremony will follow shortly thereafter, set for June 28 in Okpanam, promising to be a monumental event that unites both families in love and joy.

The announcement has generated excitement among their friends, families, and the wider community. Comr. Udoka, known for his dedication and hard work within the LGA, has received numerous well-wishes and congratulations from colleagues and associates. His commitment to serving the community has earned him respect and admiration, and many are eager to partake in the celebrations.

As the wedding dates draw nearer, plans are in full swing to ensure the events are memorable. Both families are busily preparing for the ceremonies, which are expected to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the couple. Guests will likely enjoy a fusion of traditions as Delta and River states come together in celebration.

In a time when society often highlights challenges, the upcoming wedding of Comr. Odih and Miss Emesiobi stands as a beacon of hope and joy, reminding everyone of the strength of love and community.

Gov Oborevwori, Onyeme, Others, Set To Grace 2025 Maris Lecture

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All is set for the year 2025 edition of Maris Annual Public Service Lecture organised by the Maris Trust Council (MTC).

The annual Maris Lecture series was instituted to proffer solutions to identified challenges of the society and serves as a platform for immortalizing the name of Stella-Maris Chukwufunimnenya Egugbo, daughter of a renowned journalist, Comrade Fidelis Egugbo.

It holds every Wednesday before Easter Sunday and for this year’s edition, it shall hold on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at the Unity Hall, Government Hall, Government House, Asaba. Time for the lecture is 12 noon.

Maris Lecture has drawn a crop of renowned scholars, experts, and prominent dignitaries that will do justice to the theme for discussion, ‘Local Governance And Sustainable Development.’

The immediate past Managing Director of Champions Breweries, Sir Patrick Ejidoh, will deliver the Keynote Address at the lecture which will have the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as the Special Guest of Honour and his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, as the Guest of Honour.

Obi Oputa III, the Obi of Aboh Kingdom will be Chair the event while former member, House of Representatives, Hon. Ben Ibakpa, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) who doubles as the Commissioner for Public Information, Delta State, Mr Charles Aniagwu, Real Estate expert and Founder, Eagles Height Estate, Mrs Mabel Magbulu and the Chairman, Udu Local Government Council, Hon. Vincent Oyibody will be Discussants at the lecture which will have renowned public affairs analyst, Prof. Kemi Emina, the Odiega of Ebu, as the Moderator.

It is described as the most publicized, most attended public service lecture in this part of the country and this particular edition is eliciting a lot of positive responses from the public who believes that the topic for discussion “is long overdue for discussion” to put Nigeria in irreversible progressive trend.

About the Special Guest of Honour, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori:

Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, (JP) was born on the 19th of June, 1963 to the reputable family of Chief Samuel and Mrs Esther Oborevwori of Osubi town in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria. He had his early education at Alegbo Primary School, Effurun. He also attended Aladja Grammar School, Aladja and later went to Oghareki Grammar School, Oghareki.

He attended Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma for a full time programme, where he graduated with B.Sc. Second Class (Hons) Upper Division in Political Science and subsequently, pursued his post-graduate degree programme at the Delta State University, Abraka, where he obtained a Master of Science degree in Political Science.

Hon. (Chief) Sheriff Oborevwori is a man who had always availed himself to serve others even in the face of daunting challenges. Consequently, his people had no hesitation when they elected him as Councilor in 1996, and he was subsequently appointed the Supervisory Councilor for Works in Okpe Local Government Council.

He was the Chairman of Osubi Community from 1996 to 2003. Following his developmental strides in Osubi Community as well as his other contributions to peace and security, he was given the Chieftaincy title of UKODO of Okpe Kingdom in 2003, by His Royal Majesty, the Orhorho 1, Orodje of Okpe Kingdom.

On May 25, 2022, Rt. Hon. Sheriiff Oborevwori, won the gubernatorial primary elections of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and on March 18, 2023, he emerged as the Governor-elect, Delta State with 360, 234 votes against his closest rival, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who scored 240,229. He was sworn-in as the Governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023 and since his assumption of office as the Governor of Delta State, the state is witnessing a lot of developmental activities as the Governor executes the M.O.R.E. Agenda of his administration.

He is happily married with children.

AWARDS:

Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori (JP) has been recognized and awarded by many organizations for his service to humanity, social and traditional institutions, which include:

* Member Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered).

* Chartered Management Consultant, Chartered Institute of Management Consultants, Canada.

* Certificate on Top Executive Leadership Programme, Manchester Business School, Manchester University.

* Certificate on Conflict Resolution in Democracy, Dubai.

* Certificate on Legislative Management and Leadership, International Law Institute (ILI) , Washington DC, USA.

* Certificate on Leading Inclusive Development from London School of Economics And Political Science.

* Merit Award from National Association of Okpe Students (NAOS).

*Merit Award from National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS).

* Certificate of Honour from Okpe Kingdom and other several Awards from different Organisations and Institutions.

POSITIONS HELD:

– Senior Special Assistant on Security to the Executive Governor of Delta State from 2012 to 2014.

– Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Youth Development from 2003-2006.

– Justice of Peace, 2007.

– Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Land Security, August 2007 to September 2010.

– State Coordinator of the Amnesty Programme, 2009 and 2010.

– Elected Member of the Delta State House of Assembly in 2015 to represent Okpe State Constituency.

– Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly – May 11, 2017 to 2023.

– Governor, Delta State – May 29, 2023 to date.

Insecurity: DOPF Charges Southern Governors To Take Decisive Action

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The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has charged Southern Governors to take proactive measures in their states to tackle Fulani herdsmen and other forms of banditry in their various states.

This was disclosed in a press statement Signed by the Chairman of DOPF, Emmanuel Enebeli and his Secretary, Shedrack Onitsha

It stated that there was need for to governors to swing into action into the worsening security situation across Nigeria, particularly in the Southern region.

”We are alarmed by the growing wave of kidnappings, killings, raping of our mothers and daughters and terror being visited upon innocent citizens by criminal elements, many of whom disguise themselves as herdsmen or hunters.

”The situation has reached a breaking point and the continued silence or passive responses from our state governors is no longer acceptable.

”We strongly urge the governors of Southern Nigeria to take their constitutional responsibility as Chief Security Officers seriously and act with urgency to tackle this existential threat currently faced by our people in Southern Nigeria”’ the statement noted.

According to DOPF ”The Land Use Act vests control of all lands in the hands of the governors, and they must not fold their hands while their people suffer untold hardship and terror on their ancestral lands. It is time for proactive leadership that prioritizes the safety of lives and property over “Political Interest.”

”We also call on the governors to take a cue from the bold and commendable stance of the Emir of Muri in Taraba State, His Royal Highness Abbas Njidda Tafida, who issued a 30-day ultimatum to Fulani herdsmen to vacate the region over repeated cases of kidnapping and killings allegedly perpetrated by some of them. In a viral video message, the Emir, visibly angry and frustrated, asked, “If people in the North can ask them to leave, why are Southerners treating them with leniency?” This is a question the Southern governors must reflect upon and act on decisively.”‘

While reminding them of the President’s directives to governors, the Forum enjoined them to take ownership of the security situation in their domains and deploy all lawful means to restore peace as President Bola Tinubu had earlier said.

BREAKING: NMU Appoints Dr. Paul Bebenimibo as Registrar, Others To Key Administrative Roles

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OKERENKOKO – THE Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, has announced the appointment of Dr. Paul Bebenimibo as Registrar and two principal officers to strategic administrative positions.

The decision was reached during the University’s 21st Governing Council meeting, held on April 15, 2025, in Warri, Delta State.

The other appointees include Abduldayan Fatimah Jibril as the University Librarian, and Gbe Tamaraudebaemi Justin as Bursar.

Bebenimibo until his appointment is the Head of Department of Broadcasting, Journalism and Media Studies at the Delta State University, Abraka.

Dr. Bebenimibo, an accomplished academic administrator with years of experience in higher education management, emerged as the top candidate after a rigorous selection process led by an eight-member interview panel constituted by the university.

He was also one time Commissioner representing Ijaw Ethnic Nationality at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, DESOPADEC with track record of integrity, dedication, and academic excellence was key to his appointment.

In a statement issued by the Chairman and Pro-Chancellor of the Governing Council, Abdullahi Bardi, the appointments followed due process in accordance with the university’s statutory regulations.

Bardi expressed confidence in the appointees, stating that their wealth of experience and professionalism would significantly bolster the continued growth and development of the Nigeria Maritime University.

DOPF Congratulates Tompolo at 54 for championing Media Development, Security in Niger Delta

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The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has felicitated with High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on his 54th birthday, praising his remarkable contributions to media development and national security.
In a message signed by DOPF Chairman Emmanuel Enebeli and Secretary Shedrack Onitsha, the Forum lauded Tompolo as a “patriotic son of the Niger Delta whose impactful leadership continues to drive regional and national progress.”

The statement commended Tompolo’s unwavering support for the media in Delta State, highlighting his role in promoting press freedom and objective journalism. “His commitment has helped sustain online media platforms and ensured the voices of the Niger Delta people are heard,” DOPF noted.

DOPF also applauded his security firm, Tantita Security Services Limited, for safeguarding vital oil infrastructure, combating crude oil theft, and creating jobs. “Through Tantita, Tompolo has not only secured the nation’s economic lifeline but also fostered peace and stability in the region,” the Forum added.

Wishing him continued health and wisdom, DOPF described Tompolo as “a symbol of resilience, strategic leadership, and unwavering dedication to the peace, progress, and prosperity of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.”

LGSC Trains 72 Staff On Effective Communication

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The Delta State Local Government Service Commission has trained 72 staff of the Unified Local Government Service on “Effective Communication As a Tool for Smooth Implementation of Policies and Programmes for Employees ”

The 2-day seminar which took place at the conference hall of the Olorogun Felix Ibru Secretariat in Asaba, was organised by the Local Government Service Commission in collaboration with Onanefe Global Ventures.

While declaring the seminar opened, the Commission Chairman, Hon Dcn Joseph Otirhue, reiterated the Commission’s commitment to constantly train and retrain her staff as a top priority.

He said the training workshop which has Establishment Officers, Information Officers, Marriage Registry Officers and their Assistants as participants was mounted to equip them with the knowledge, skills and strategies necessary to communicate effectively in their roles.

He emphasized that, effective communication is the backbone of successful policy implementation adding that, it is a bridge that connects policy implementation and beneficiaries. He said without effective communication ,even the best laid policies and programmes can falter, leading to confusion, mistrust and ultimately failure.

Furthermore, Otirhue said the participants play a critical role in the implementation of policies and programmes at the Local Government level and as such, effective communication with stakeholders, colleagues and the public is very essential to these initiatives.

The seminar had seasoned Resource persons who took the participants on topics such as, “Communication in Business: Global Perspective” ,Work Attitude, Ethics and Basic Fact about Human being at Work “and Making Powerful and Effective Presentation: Public Speaking and Presentation Skill among others.

Speaking on behalf of the Participants, Mr Godwin Okoh appreciated the Commission for organizing the seminar and pledged that they will be good ambassadors of the Commission as they will put the knowledge they have acquired into practice in their duties at the various councils.

 

Gov. Of The Year Award: Otirhue Congratulates Oborevwori

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Chairman, Local Government Service Commission. Hon. Dcn Joseph Otirhue Congratulates Delta State Governor as he bags Governor of the Year Award for Good Governance.

 

Enekorogha Grammar School Where Students Sit On Bare Floor To Learn

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It was a startling and appalling situation at the Enekorogha Grammar School in Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State, seeing students sitting on the bare floor to take classes and as well write their examinations while teachers has no offices nor chairs and tables.

However, despite facing this challenging conditions of lacks of basic educational resources such as desks and chairs, dilapidated classrooms forcing students to write exams and learn while sitting on the bare floor, the students are still eager to learn.

Founded in the early 1980’s, the school had a very little or no government impact and presence couple with shortage of qualified teachers.

Despite the huge monthly allocations coming to the Delta State government, one will be astonished when you witness the state of Enekorogha Grammar School with dilapidated structures, no desk for student to learn and disturbing environment infested with reptiles without fence making the environment so porous.

According to the Education Committee Chairman of the Community, Mr. Peter Ganagana, the state government has never built a single structure in the school as the only six block of classrooms building was built by an individual and other buildings single handedly built by the community.

The neglect of the school founded in the early 1980 by successive administration in Delta state is mind-blowing. With just few block of classrooms, there are no furniture’s, roofs, windows, doors, chairs, good chalkboards and proper staff room.

The Education Committee Chairman further disclosed, that with over 350 population of students, 80% of the students does not have seats and desk to learn.

He said; “The few seats we have in the school where provided by the community and the ones donated by an old student of the school who visited sometime ago. He generously donated Fifty (50) desk to the school, and this are the only seats in the school and it is not enough.

” It is pitiable that our children sits on bare floor to learn daily, and even as they write this second term exam, beginning from JSS 1 to SS3, there are no desk for them to write.

“The school has just six teachers and the principal made it seven government teachers, and as you know, this is not enough to take all the subjects, so the community have to engage volunteers teachers that are given little stipends monthly.”

He further revealed that tired of the embarrassing and ugly situation and the learning condition of the students, the community wrote a letter to the Post Primary Education Board and the Ministry of Education, this he said, made the board and ministry to send a delegation to visit the school and see the situation to get a first hand information, but lamented that all the promises made to look into the appalling state of the school, none has been fulfilled till date.

Despite these challenges, the population of the students keep soaring yearly as they remain determined and resilient to excel in their studies and work hard to achieve their academic goals in life. The community on their part, has dedicated their resources and commitment to give their children quality education despite the lack of supports from the government and poor resources.

Aware of the school’s struggles, the community has made efforts to provide support in any way they can by sourcing for help from among themselves and individuals for donation of textbooks, stationery, and other supplies to help improve the learning activities of the students.

One thing that gladdens the heart of any visitor is the fact that despite the difficult and disgusting circumstances, the students at Enekorogha Grammar School are determined to succeed and are making the most of the opportunities they have. Their resilience and perseverance serve as an inspiration to all who visit the school and witness their determination to learn and achieve their dreams.

Meanwhile, aside the lacks of furnitures, the ceilings of many of the classrooms had been destroyed long ago with roofing sheets pulling off couple with the ramshackle floor where students sits to take their classes.

The neglect of the school by the Delta State government is mind-blowing with just few blocks of classroom built by an individual and the community long ago without desks is disturbing.

Asked if the teachers are coming to school and the role of the principal in ensuring the students are given quality education, Mr. Peter said, the principal reside in Ughelli, but blamed the government for not doing their job diligently, but said the focus majorly is for the state government to come and do a total overhauling of Enekorogha Grammar School.

“We are appealing to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to come to our aid and do a thorough renovation of existing structures, build new structures and furnish all classes with basic learning materials.

” We also call on him to send more teachers to the school as the strength of the teachers both the six government teachers and the community volunteers teachers do not match the population of students in the school.

“Several efforts has been made by the community leaders and the school authority to get government attention but all seems to have failed as no positive response has come out of this.”

The people and leadership of Enekorogha Community in Burutu Local Government Area are calling on the state government and the administration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to as a matter of urgency visit the school before the next term and begin a total renovation and provision of basic educational learning materials to enable the students learn comfortably like their other counterparts in other places and areas of the state.

Efforts made to reach the school principal to comment on the situation of the school prove abortive as his phone numbers made available to this reporter, when contacted says ‘Not reachable’. We use this opportunity to call on the relevant government agencies and the state governor to look into the disturbing condition of the Enekorogha Grammar School in Burutu Local Government Area of the state.

Promote Inclusiveness In Governance, Agunwa Tells DYC Student Coordinators

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The President General of Delta Youth Coalition (DYC), Comrade Chibuzor Agunwa has charged the newly inaugurated Local Government Student Coordinators to promote inclusiveness in Governance

Agunwa gave the charged during their inauguration ceremony in Asaba, the state capital.

He urged them to and be active agents of development and accountability in their communities.

He said the inauguration marks a milestone in the mission of the political pressure group to unite and empower the youths of the state.

In his address, Comrade Agunwa emphasized the importance of youth participation in the democratic process and the need for grassroots mobilization ahead of future political engagements.

The President General of DYC, described the coordinators as “ambassadors of advocacy and change” within their respective localities.

He charged the newly inaugurated coordinators to uphold the values of the group by encouraging political awareness, civic responsibility, and positive youth engagement.”

The event featured goodwill messages from student leaders, who commended the President General for his proactive approach in grooming the next generation of leaders.

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