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Senator -Elect Ned Nwoko Congratulates Oborevwori On Delta Guber. Victory

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Delta North Senator -elect, Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko, has congratulated Rt. Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori on his governorship victory.

 

In a congratulatory message today, at his Idumuje- Ugboko  country home, Hon Nwoko  described Oborevwori’s victory as the overwhelming choice of Deltans, strengthened by divine will.

 

Prince Nwoko who transversed the state campaigning vigorously for  all PDP candidates in the 2023 general elections thanked voters in all quarters for the victory of Oborevwori.

 

He stated that the  Delta governor -elect deserved the victory, having shown the leadership qualities of resilience, focus and accommodation as the longest serving speaker of the state House of Assembly.

 

Nwoko, a philanthropist and founder of the first  Sports university in Sub -Saharan Africa expressed confidence that Oborevwori would govern  Delta excellently in consolidation of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s giant strides in social infrastructure and human capital development.

 

“On behalf of my self ,family and teeming supporters, I congratulate, Rt .Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as Delta  governor -elect.

 

 ” I acknowledge his modesty  and dedication to public office. The electorates across Delta voted for him, because he is hardworking, humble  and  accessible. I am convinced that he will continue with Okowa’s legacies.

 

” The emergence of Oborevwori as governor -elect under our party, PDP indeed  signals a new dawn in Delta. As Delta North Senator- elect, I look forward to working with him. Together we shall build a better, stronger and more prosperous state, for the general well being of all Deltans. Nwoko stated.

Delta Guber: Okowa Congratulates Oborevwori, thanks Deltans

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Delta Governor,  Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has expressed gratitude to people in the state for using their ballots to give Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori, victory in Saturday’s governorship election.

The governor, at a Thanksgiving Service at Government House Chapel in Asaba, shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Oborevwori as governor-elect on Monday, attributed the party’s victory to God’s grace.

Okowa charged the governor-elect and his deputy, Chief Monday Onyeme, to put God first in all activities, and assured them that they would record successes if they governed with the fear of God.

He disclosed that the presidential and governorship elections brought forth new lessons for him, and promised to offer the best of advice to the in-coming administration in the state.

“Today is a glorious day in the sight of God because of what we went through since Saturday, March 18. We thank God for leading us to victory.

“I thank all Deltans who have been out there campaigning for us, the PDP. I thank all of you for coming to rejoice with the governor-elect, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the deputy governor-elect, Sir Monday Onyeme.

“So, l thank you all for coming. As you go back home, remember to continue to give thanks to God for what He has done in our lives and in our state.

“We have come here to dance and to sing praises to God for what He has done in our lives. I thank all our leaders, our women and all our youth for working so hard towards the victory of our party (PDP).

“My greatest joy today is that l am sure that this altar of God will stay alive” Okowa said.

To House of Assembly members-elect, leadership of the PDP and other stakeholders, he called on them to rally round Oborevwori to enable him achieve set goals.

While commending Deltans for their support in the last eight years, he promised to remain committed to doing more till his last day in office as governor.

“As l thank you all, l must also thank Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan for the roles he played in uniting aggrieved members of the party in the build-up to the elections.

“In these last two weeks, God has taught me a lot of lessons and it is my prayer that you (the governor-elect) will not make some of the mistakes that we made,” he added.

To those that defected before and during the electoral contest, he wished them well, emphasizing that he held no grudge against anyone.

Congratulating the governor-elect and his deputy, the governor urged them to relate more with the people at the grassroots, even as he implored them to trust in the Lord for He alone would endow them with what they need to succeed.

He also urged Deltans to work with the governor-elect and his deputy so as to sustain the tempo of sustainable socio-economic and infrastructural growth and development in the state.

In an interview, the governor-elect, said he was overwhelmed by the support of Deltans at the polls, and promised to justify the confidence reposed in him.

Dignitaries at the special thanksgiving service were Wife of the Governor, Dame Edith Okowa; former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan; the governor-elect, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori and his wife, Tobore; his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, among others.

Breaking: INEC Declares Oborevwori Winner Of Delta State Gubernatorial Election

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Delta State Residing Officer (SRO), of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Owunari Abraham Georgewill had announced the Peoples Democratic Party Governorship candidate and Speaker of the House of Assembly, Hon. Sheriff France Oborevwori has been declared winner of the just concluded Saturday Governorship election.

Owunari announced the result at INEC office in Asaba.

According to Owunari, from the 3,221,697 total registered voters, 710,829 were accredited. With 671,737 Total Valid Votes, 15,384 Rejected Votes and 687,121 total votes cast.

Oborevwori of the PDP won 21 out the 25 Local Government Areas in the state, with a total votes of  360,234, his counter part in the All Progressives Congress, (APC), Sen. Ovie Omo- Agege got 240,229 votes, Ken Pela of the Labour Party, 48,047, while Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi of the Social Democratic Party, (SDP) scored 4,639 votes. 

ICC Set To Hold Congress Tomorrow, Mar 21

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… As Newly elected Chapel Chairman Swings Into Progressive Actions

By Christy Aboghe

Chairman, Indigenous Correspondence Chapel of the Nigeria Union Journalist, (NUJ), Comrade Kenneth Ejovwokeoghene Orusi has announced the date for Congress.
Comrade Orusi made known through a press release issued to Journalists in Asaba, Delta State by the Chapel’s Secretary, Comrade Josephine Omodior.
He stated that the Congress, which was the first to hold upon his assumption to office, would take place on Tuesday, March, 21,2023 by 11 am at the Chapel’s Secretariat, off Nnebisi road, Asaba.
According to him, decisions leading to the growth would be topmost in the agenda of the Congress.
While inviting members to attend the inaugural meeting since his assumption as Chairman, Comrade Orusi promised to take the Chapel to an enviable height.
Comrade Orusi had earlier won the incumbent Chairman, Comrade Andy Akpo Emephia with a 15 votes against 11 votes, during the Chapel’s election recently.

Nani Decries Police Invitation, Says It Was Politically Motivated

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A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Jesse in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief John Obukohwo  Nani has described his invitation by Zone 5, Benin city and Area Command of the Nigeria Police Force, Sapele as politically motivated action to keep him out of circulation for the March 18 Guber and State House of Assembly elections in the state.

Chief Nani, who stated this in his country home of Jesse while briefing the press said that he received a letter from zonal headquarters of the force that he was the architect of political tension in Jesse.

He stated that there was no political tension in the community, adding that the allegation was baseless and untrue but as a result of the fact that he was  working for the victory  of the candidate of PDP in the Governorship election , Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as the Delta Central Coordinator of the PDP Campaign Organisation.

Chief Nani ,who said that Jesse had continued to be  peaceful, alleged that before now a  political Power broker from the local government and a National leader of Delta PDP told him that he would ensure that he Nani was kept out of circulation during the election.

The PDP Chieftain , however, explained that he was briefing the press to inform the whole world that whatever happened to him, this leader  and the Governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ovie Omo Agege would be held responsible.

He further stated that  all key supporters of PDP and mobilisers who were leaders of the party including the Assistant Publicity Secretary of the party, who is a woman were invited by the police, stressing that he had written a letter to zone 5 and Sapele Area command that he would honour their invitation on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 after the election.

He said that everybody in Jesse was free to vote for any party and candidates of their choice, expressing optimism that the outcome of the election would reflect the will of the people. Chief Nani urged supporters of his party not to be intimidated but to come out and vote in the election.

Massive Jubilation As Peter Obi Endorse Ken Pela

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By Lucy Ezeliora

Peter Obi supporters have turned out en masse to welcome him to Agbor Delta State as he endorsed Labour Party’s governorship candidate as the incoming Governor of Delta State

In a shocking political gathering with over hundred thousand supporters of Labour Party chantering praises on the streets of Agbor, Umunede and Asaba as they dance along with his car screaming and singing songs of victory.

The Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi disclosed that the governorship candidate Deacon Ken Pela of the labour party is the people’s choice that will liberate and bring peace in the area.

According to him, there is no need for distractions because the masses are tired of the APC and PDP led government.

Obi added that the people want a total reform of political party and had endorsed the labour party as their best choice to govern Delta State.

He said, ,”if you are a true OBIdient, and you truly believe in the Peter Obi’s mandate, you will never give your vote to APC, because if APC wins Delta State, it will prove that Peter Obi didn’t really win here”

He urged all Deltans to come out enmass on the 18th of March, 2023 to vote ken Pela for governor adding that, when the righteous rule, the people rejoice.

Speaking during the rally, Deacon Ken Pela also called on the good people of Delta State to vote for all candidates of the Labour Party in next Saturday’s Governorship and House of Assembly general elections cum March 18 2023.

Speaking further. The incoming Governor noted that just like the Labour party defeated the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party in Delta state during the just concluded presidential elections in the state, he will be able to defeat Sheriff Oborevwori, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party.

While speaking about his chances in the coming election, the Labour Party candidate noted that the good people of Delta have been yearning for change for 24 years now, and with the exploit of Peter Obi in Delta state during the just concluded presidential election, they now have hope that they can have their desired change.

“Our votes were like double of the next party, and even when you put the PDP and APC together, it wasn’t up to. We are very certain that at the next elections, we will do even better. More importantly is the fact that Delta state has been yearning for change for 24 years. Every election cycle, the people have been yearning for change and this is the first time they’ve been able to see that they can defeat the ruling party. The ruling party, the PDP is a shadow of itself, it’s divided into several parts. I’m confident that we will trash them a second time.”

Pela said ,that his vision if elected as the governor of Delta State is to bring a better Deltan when righteousness, harmony and prosperity reign.

He added that, the vision is deeply rooted in the vision of the Presidential Candidate Mr. Peter Obi to take Nigeria from consumption to production.

He said that, the labour party will enthrone righteousness in Delta State and in governance by enthroning accountability and integrity, fairness,equity and justice.

The guber candidate explained that, the party will eliminate waste and corruption, bring transparency into government and re-orientate the value of the good people of Delta State and ensure mass participation of the people in government.

Pela added that, there will be security in Delta State and that the security operatives will be equiped to ensure peace in the land to enable the good people of Delta State sleep with their two eyes closed.

The goverorship Aspirant promised to construct the best road, healthcare services and good educational learning to children in Delta State.

He said that, the workers salary/minimum wage will be increase progressively to Hundred Thousand Naira (#100,000) per month.

The labour party candidate added that, there will be Social Investment Scheme (SIS) to Deltans and inject the sum of One Hundred And Twenty Billion Naira (#120,000,000,000) into the economy of Delta State for a period of four years, interest free loans to people to start up their own businesses and also expand their businesses .

He said that, the interest free loans payable for four years, One Million Naira each to a hundred people in the 25 LGA every month which will drive the economy of the state.

In the same vein, Ken Pela , debunked the alleged rumour of One Hundred Million Naira (#100,000,000) by one Fejiro Oliver of the All Progressive Congress Party (APC).

Just as he maintained that, the state government did not invite them as alleged and that they never visited Delta State Government House to collect or recieve any money.

He called on Deltans and labour party faithful to debunk the rumours and go ahead with their legitimate duty by making sure that labour party emerge the winner come saturday governorship and house of assembly general election.

“The worse thing any government will do to her own people is to punish the loyal and hard worked pensioners who served this state with their sweat and blood. PDP-led government was cursed by old pensioners who were deprived of their entitlement”

He said that the interest free loans payable for four years, One Million Naira each to a hundred people in the 25 LGA every month which will drive the economy of the state.

Delta APC is just a rebranded PDP, their Guber candidate just completed his training from the Buhari’s administration. Deltans will not allow a worse of what currently happening in Nigeria to happen to us.

DISTRIBUTES AGRICULTURAL INPUTS, ASSETS TO OVER 3640 BENEFICIARIES OF DCARES RESULT AREA 2

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Over 3640 farmers from 56 communities across the 25 Local Government Area of Delta State have received Agricultural inputs and assets as grants from the state Government under the Delta State COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (DCARES) programme Result Area 2.

This was disclosed by the  Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Godfrey Enita when he presented agricultural inputs comprising of 600 bags of fish feeds, 130 bags of poultry feeds, 15000 fish juveniles, 750 day old chicks, medicaments and other agricultural inputs to 60 beneficiaries of Asaba metropolis farmers community association on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

The ceremony which took place at the grass field by Olorogun Felix Ibru Annex within the premises of the State Secretariat saw beneficiaries and other stakeholders of the DCARES programme in the State in attendance.

The Commissioner noted that the distribution of Agricultural inputs and Assets to farmers as grants through the DCARES programme result Area 2 was part of the efforts of the State Government aimed at increasing food security in the State. He stated that the programme is expected to be continuous until the over 13000 beneficiary farmers targeted for the programme are reached. He therefore, appreciated the State Governor Sen. (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa for ensuring that Delta State keyed into the CARES Programme and putting in place the necessary machinery that would ensure smooth implementation of the programme for the benefit of the people of the styhate.

While presenting the Agricultural inputs to the beneficiaries in Asaba, the Commissioner urged them to effectively utilize the inputs given to them so that the development objective of the DCARES Programme Result Area 2 which is increasing food security in the state can be achieved.

Delivering the keynote address, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Mr. Ben Agamah stated that agriculture and farming are synonymous to life as there can be no human existence without food.

He therefore urged the beneficiaries to leverage on this opportunity to make their lives better and improve their livelihoods.

In her welcome Address, the State Project Co-ordinator (FADAMA) and Technical head DCARES Result Area 2, Ms. Tessy Omame thanked all beneficiaries and stakeholders for being present at the occasion and congratulated the beneficiaries for the opportunity that has come to them to benefit from DCARES programme and contribute their quota toward the achievement of food sufficiency  in the State.

While making her brief remarks, the State Co-ordinator, Delta State COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (DCARES) programme, Lady Patience Ogbewe said she was grateful to God that the State was able to ensure that the essence of the DCARES programme and the results intended to be achieved through the programme are being achieved.

She disclosed that Delta State is among the best performing States in-terms of programme implementation and achievement of set objectives, noting that this was only made possible by the effort of the Governor Sen. (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa in ensuring that required resources in terms of personnel and funds are made available, as well as the dedication of DCARES team members. She stated further that Delta State in progressing on the programme as observed by the Independent Verification Agents (IVA) that visited the State not too long ago to assess the performance of the programme.  

In his vote of thanks, Mr. Mokolo Amechi, the FCA Chairman of Asaba Metropolis Farmers Community Association, on behalf of the beneficiaries thanked the State Government ably led by His Excellency, Sen. (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa for the kind gesture towards them and promised that they will not let the government down. He added that they will utilize the inputs received to increase production and contribute their own quota towards food security in the Delta State.

In another development, other beneficiaries at Egbokodo Itsekiri in Warri South LGA, Ughewu-Iyede in Isoko North LGA and Owa-Alero in Ika North-East LGA were full of joy and praises for the State Government as they received various quantities and types of agricultural inputs to support their farming activities. The agricultural inputs received as grants ranged from poultry feeds to fish feeds, to day old chicks to fish juveniles, and pig rations etc.

At Egbokodo-Itsekiri, 40 beneficiaries received 480 bags of fish feeds, 12000 fish juveniles, lime and medicaments. At Owa-Alero, 50 beneficiaries received 240 bags of fish feed, 6000 juveniles, 390 bags of poultry feeds 2250 day old chicks and medicaments. At Ughewu-Iyede in Isoko North LGA, 50 beneficiaries received 260 bags of Poultry feeds, 240 bags of fish feeds, 170 bags of compounded pig ration, 1500 day old chicks, 6000 juveniles, medicaments, insecticides, lime etc.

The total of 610 farmers are expected to benefit in the current cycle of support bringing total number of beneficiaries to 4250. All 13000 targeted beneficiaries are expected to be reached in course of the programme.

We Didn’t Sell Lagos Liaison Office – Delta Govt Clarifies

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Delta State Government on Wednesday debunked allegations that it had sold the Liaison Office in Lagos, saying it only engaged property developers to build luxury flats that would add more value to the state.

Speaking at a news conference in Asaba, the State Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu said the state government decided to rebuild the property with a view to adding more value to the government.

He said that the state government entered into a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement with property developers and managers to develop the site to a 10-storey 60 luxury flats that will earn the government further income.

According to him, the state government intended to build a 21-storey building on the site but the plan wasn’t approved by the Lagos State Government because of series of building collapse.

Critics are painting pictures that are at variance with reality and they are now accusing us of selling off the Liaison Office in Lagos.

“That is far from the truth. Before 2018, we had assessed the state of our Liaison Office in Lagos and it was not in the best of shape so we decided that given the prime position in Ikoyi what is possible that will favour the state at the same time give us value.

“We carried out a feasibility study to bring in experts in construction and management to build a 21-storey building but unfortunately we could not get the approval of the Lagos State Government because of series of building collapse in both the Island and the mainland.

“Eventually we got approval to construct 10-storey building that will house as much as 60 luxury flats. We also reasoned that it will be proper to allow the developer develop it with a reasonable stake of 21 flats.

“In the meantime while the construction is on, the civil servants at the Liaison Office have been moved to a rented apartment and they will return to occupy two or more flats upon completion.

“Apart from gaining more value for the property, we would also gain the expertise of the property developers and managers to manage the property,” he stated.

He slammed the APC Governorship candidate and Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege for sponsoring lies and propaganda against the state government and commended journalists in the state for not joining in spreading the propaganda.

He urged Deltans not to fall for the antics of the Orogun-born Senator adding that a vote for him would spell doom for electoral democracy in the state.

“Omo-Agege and his APC followers alleged we have borrowed N850 billion, but the question is borrowed from where? At what time was that kind of money processed? At what point did EXCO and the State Assembly approve such loans?

“The APC keeps painting negative pictures that are at variance with reality with a view to hoodwinking the people into voting for their failed party.

“Our Governorship Candidate, Sheriff Oborevwori is clear about what he wants to do for the state through his M.O.R.E. Agenda and I am convinced that Deltans would heed our advice by voting for the people-centric candidate of the PDP,” Aniagwu stated.

Delta Approves New Retirement Age For Teachers

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Delta Government on Monday approved a new retirement age for teachers in the public service of the state.

The teachers will henceforth retire at the attainment of 40 years of service or 65 years of age. The  same is applicable to non-academic staff of the state-owned Polytechnics and Colleges of Education.

The approvals were part of the resolutions reached at the State Executive Council meeting in Asaba.

Briefing newsmen on the resolutions, Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, said that the executive council gave the approval to enable the teachers and the tertiary institutions workers to contribute more to nation-building.

According to Aniagwu, with the approval, teachers in the public service of Delta can be in the office up to 65 years of age and 40 years of service.

“We did this because we have seen that even at 65, many have garnered lots of experience to be able to teach more and have a clearer understanding of their fields of study.

“And, they can continue to contribute in moulding minds. Forty years of service is not also a bad idea because we have seen most times that they retire without getting tired.

“Also for the non-teaching staff of our Colleges of Education and Polytechnics, we have given them the advantage of remaining in service as non-teaching staff as much as 40 years.

“They will also remain in service for as long as 65 years of age. So they now have extra five years added to their retirement age and service year,” he said.

Aniagwu further said the the council approved some road projects for construction, including Osa and Sunny Ojubo Street and Ojeh Street in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area.

“We also gave approval for the construction of Efeneteze and Akpoyowere streets, and Our Lady’s Street, with a discharge drain in Okpanam in Oshimili North.

“We have given approval for the upward review of the contract of Ambassador Leo Okogwu Road to Ososuka Street in Zappa, here in Asaba.

“We also approved the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Ewulu road from Benin/Asaba Expressway in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area.

“Today, the Exco also approved the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Mariere Street in Boji Boji, Agbor. in Ika South LGA; Ajudua Street in Okpanam, Oshimili North, construction of Amai/Aragba road in Ukwuani Local Government Area.

“Exco approved the construction of Monastery/Otu-Eke road, with a spur to the Monastery (Phase One) in Ilah.

“These are jobs that are ongoing but we are extending them to accommodate communities within.

We have the approval for the construction of Alison Ogedegbe Street, off Ring Road, Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA,” he announced.

The commissioner added that approval was also given for the expansion of work on Mission Road and Ogboi Street in Akumazi-Umuocha, Ika North East LGA.

He explained that the project “connects the Catholic Church  and other streets within the community. Government has approved today that the drains on the road be widened because of the volume of water on that road.

“For the nine Technical Colleges, you will recall that we had promised 19 but we are constructing 10 now; so nine out of the 10, we have upward reviews of their contracts with a view to accommodating ancillary works.”

Aniagwu, who was flanked by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, also said approval was given for the provision and installation of solar power grid to the six newly equipped central hospitals in the state.

“The reason why we are doing this is that, we need our hospitals, especially the six zonal hospitals, to have power for the greater part of the day, so that they are able to function optimally,” he added.

Ofobruku Re-Elected Delta NLC Chairman, Scores Okowa High In Government/Labour Relations

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By Patrick Ochei

The incumbent Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC Delta State Council, Comrade Chief Goodluck Ofobruku has been re-elected a second time in office.

The Urhobo born Labour leader was returned unopposed at the 9th Delegates Conference of the Congress on Tuesday, 7th March, 2023, at the Labour House in Asaba.

Ofobruku appreciated the delegates for believing in him to be returned a second term in office, promising not to take the confidence reposed in him for granted.

He pledged to continue to fight for the welfare of workers in the State, especially as it concerns salaries, promotions and pensions.

However, he scored the Governor Okowa led administration high in cordial working relationship with the Labour Force, insisting that the Governor had done well over 70 percent in fulfilling most of the demands of workers in the State.

He therefore, took time to elucidate on the Governor’s promptness in payment of salaries from inception, irrespective of the then economic crunch, including attending to workers’ promotions and other sundry issues like payment of salaries and promotions arrears.

Ofobruku equally, eulogized the Governor for offsetting over #70 billion out of the #78 billion pension arrears owed retirees, while at the same time assisting the Local Governments to pay salaries and clear part of her pension arrears.

Declaring the Delegates Conference open, the Head of Service of the State, Mr. Reginald Bayoko, ably represented by the Functioning Permanent Secretary in Establishment and Pensions, Mr. Kingsley Umukoro affirmed that Delta State Government was pleased with Labour as an entity.

The HOS said the Government would continue to support the workers by meeting up with their demands in as much as they continue to enjoy their cooperation and cordiality towards a progressive civil service.

He reminded them of the recent accomplishment of Government towards the demand of Labour, which is upscaling of the retirement age of teachers from 60-65, including that of the non teaching staff of the State Colleges of Education and Polytechnics.

The Delegates Conference which ratified the harmonisation report on the election of the State Executive of NLC, however, returned Comrade Goodluck Ofobruku as Chairman, Comrade Ziko Osita Okwudi as 1st Vice Chairman, Comrade Alice Jegede as 2nd Vice Chairman, Comrade Okotie Titus as Treasurer and others.

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