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Reps Minority Caucus Hails Edwin Clark @ 95

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Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has felicitates with the elder statesman and former Minister of Information, Chief Edwin Clark on the occasion of his 95th birthday.

Describing him in a Press Statement issued by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu to Pressmen, it stated that Chief Edwin Clark is an exceptionally patriotic Nigerian, a very courageous leader and a leading national light who remains steadfast towards the unity, stability and development of our dear nation.

Despite his advancement in age, Chief Clark remains outspoken and relentless in his commitment towards the entrenchment of the principles of the rule of law, social justice and true federalism with its tenets of fairness, equitable distribution of resources, mutual respect and regard for the sensibilities and rights of federating units.

Adding that Chief Clark is an undisputed quintessence of purposeful leadership who serves as an abiding source of inspiration for national development as well as a beacon of light for the younger generation of leaders in the quest for a strong, united, secure and prosperous nation where all will be happy.

His commitment to the development of the younger generation of Nigerians is demonstrated in his selfless contributions towards the advancement of the educational system including the establishment of the renowned Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta State.

“Our Caucus celebrates Chief Edwin Clark on this auspicious occasion. We Pray to God to grant him more years in good health to continue in his good works for our nation and humanity at large”, it stated.

Speaker Picks Governorship Ticket

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Delta State Speaker, in the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has won the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) ticket for the 2023 election.

 

Declaring him winner of the election, which took place at Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State the electoral Officer, Mr Ndubuisi Nwobu announced  Oborevwori winner and governorship candidate for the state under the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP).

 

The election which was peacefully had the winner, defeat thirteen other aspirants who were earlier cleared with him with 590 votes.

Delta Governorship Primaries: PDP Accredits 823 Delegates

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As Delta State prepares to usher in the flagbearer for the 2023 general election under the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP), 823 delegates  have been accredited an are currently voting in the primary election.

Revealing this, during the primary election of the Party, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, the state capital, the national electoral officer, Mr Ndubuisi Nwobu said the delegates were drawn from the 25 Local Government Areas of the state.

 

He urged the delegate to carefully thumbprint for the aspirant of their choice, adding that fourteen Gubernatorial aspirants were cleared by the Party at the national level.

 

While commending the delegates for their peaceful disposition in the previous primary elections held across the Local Government Areas, the state Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr Monday Udom-Tom, charged them to continue in the same light.

 

He urged all aspirants to join hands with whoever emerges winner at the end of the exercise to move the state forward.

Delta LGSC Upgrades Workers Prowess

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By Christy Aboghe

In a bid to  refresh and upgrade workers’ prowess for effective discharge of their duties in their various stations, The Delta State Local Government Service Commission have trained 75 Budget officers.

 

The  Local Government Service Commission in collaboration with Harlov Services has organised a two-day training workshop  for Budget officers of the Unified Local Government Service of Delta State, at the Conference Hall, Olorogun Felix Ibru Secretariat, Asaba.

 

The Chairman of the Commission, Hon.(Dcn) Joseph Otirhue who was represented by the Commission’s first member, Pst Chukwuka Greatman, said, the Commission aims to keep the mandate of building an effective workforce to meet with the expected objectives of the third tier of government.

 

Speaking, the Chairman said, the Commission intends to expose its workforce to the new trends emerging in the world, in order to keep them in line with contemporary work techniques and ethics.

 

According to him, the seminar with the theme, ‘Administrative /Political Issues Affecting Budget Implementation’, was carefully selected and designed to bring the Budget and Planning Officers in the Local Government up to date, on how to manage the meagre resources available to each Council as there has been a downturn in funding available to the third tier of government in recent times.

 

The Commission’s Chairman, implored participants to make good use of the opportunity to interact and give the best to their Local Government Areas.

 

Speaking on behalf of the participants, Mr  Donatus Chime commended the Commission for the training and promised to practice what they have learnt.

 

Some of the lectures taken by well grounded resource persons, in the training workshop amongst others are, Analysis of Budget/Budgeting Process in the Public Service, Budget Implementation And Control and The Problem of Budget Implementation In the Public Service.

DELTA NORTH ‘LL BE ENVY OF OTHER SENATORIAL DISTRICTS, SAYS NED NWOKO

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The candidate of the PDP for the Delta North Senate, Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko has assured his people of national visibility that would lead to being the envy of other senatorial districts at the National Assembly.

Nwoko gave the assurance while speaking with pressmen, in Asaba, the state capital immediately after the primary election.

He said he would ensure that every part of the senatorial district was well represented at the National Assembly, adding that he would work for the good and benefit of his people.

While assuring them of quality representation, he said based on the solid confidence reposed in him, at the primary election which held at the Cenotaph, Asaba, he would ensure it turned out as a new dawn for Delta North.

Dedicating his victory to God Almighty, the Party and the people of Anioma, he commended the state governor, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa for his tremendous goodwill and support towards his emergence as the Party candidate for the senatorial position.

He said with the support of the governor he would propagate the Anioma agenda, unity and progress of the state towards a sustained socioeconomic transformation of the communities and people.

Nwoko also commended his opponent, Mr Paul Osaji for his show of patriotism and love towards the service of the people.

DR MICHAEL NWOKO PENS DOWN EMOTIONAL MESSAGE TO CELEBRATE BROTHER, NED NWOKO’S ELECTION VICTORY

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By Patrick Ochei

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DPG Nominates Media Team     

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By Christy Aboghe

Following the recent approval by the Administrative Working committee of the Directorate of Politics and Governance (DPG), the state media team has been nominated.

 

The approval for the recommendation of the state media team was made during the post South South  conference review meeting in Asaba, the state capital.

 

According to a Press statement issued and signed by the Assistant Director of Administration, Bishop Dr. Jonathan- Davids Dike  and the state Director, Apostle Dr. Okonye Cyril Ifechukwude (JP), members of the team, who would be drawn from the electronic and print media will log into the DSAWC as prescribed in DPG working document as amended.

 

The team would  be headed by Bro. Onome Tanno, with Apostle Dr. Onitsha Simeon Dode as the Secretary with other members

 

DTHA PRIMARY: ESENWAH LAUDS SUPPORTERS, URGE CONTENDERS TO CLOSE RANK.

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…There is a season for everything, Someday it can be your turn so don’t be deterred by your aspiration – Barr. Esenwa

By Ikebuwa Patrick

The Elected Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party to Represent the People of Oshimili North Local Government Area in Delta State House of Assembly, Barr. Frank Esenwah had lauded his supporters for their magnanimity and support towards him during the primary election.

Esenwah who expressed a heart full of appreciation to his supporters remarked that the people have done him good and he would uphold the victory for the people of the Local Government.

Speaking further, He admonished his contenders to be encouraged by their hard work for there is a season for everything as someday, it could be their turn, hence they should close rank as a people of one party and interest for the victory was for all.

While applauding his supporters, he charged them to keep the spirit burning for the next phase of the contest.

Ned Nwoko Secures Delta North Senatorial Ticket

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Former House of Representative member, Hon Prince Ned Nwoko has defeated Mr Paul Osaji in the Delta North Senatorial election.

 

Declaring Nwoko winner of the primary election which held at Cenotaph, Asaba, the returning officer, Barr Nosa  Amagbor said Nwoko scored 242 votes out of the total vote of 310, while his opponent, Paul Osaji got 66 votes, from the  delegates drawn from the 98 wards in the nine Local Government Area across the senatorial district.

 

The election which was peaceful and transparent was monitored by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and witnessed by Journalists.

 

Speaking with newsmen after the election, the flag bearer of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), to represent Delta North in the  Senate, said it was a new dawn for Delta State especially Delta North and Nigeria.

 

Nwoko said with the support of his people he would work towards finding solutions towards economic and security challenges in the country

 

 

Primaries: Ereyitomi Wins Big With 96 Votes Out Of 102 Votes, Clinches PDP Ticket

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… Dedicates Victory To God, Warri Federal Constituency

By Celestine Ukah

The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives and Deputy Chairman House Committee on NDDC, Hon. Chief Dr. Thomas Ereyitomi has won the Peoples Democratic Party Primary ticket to fly the flag of the party as their candidate in the upcoming 2023 general election.

Chief Ereyitomi a serving House of Reps Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency at the Green Chamber, Sunday May 22, 2022, defeated Hon. Smart Asekutu, Chairman, Warri North LGA who scored 6 votes, while he Hon. Chief Ereyitomi pulled 96 votes out of total accredited 102 delegates from Warri South, Warri North and Warri South-west LGAs that casted their ballot during the exercise.

PDP Warri Reps primaries which held at the Warri Township Stadium, Delta State, witnessed large turn out of delegates as well as adequate security , the PDP retuning Officer and Commissioner for Information Delta State who led other PDP officials at the exercise, urged the two contestants to display sportsmanship as the primary is a family affair and it was yielded to by both, Mr. Aniagwu commended the delegates and contestants for their maturity displayed during and after the election.

While commending PDP delegates for their votes, Rep Ereyitomi dedicated his victory to God and to Warri federal Constituents, noting that the result of the exercise is a display that the people have seen dedication, commitment and hard work through robust representation.

The 2023 Warri Reps PDP candidate, Chief Ereyitomi, speaking to newsmen “said I feel very elated it is as a result of hard work.

“I was overwhelmingly voted for it is clear indication I performed beyond expectations”, he stated.

The Warri National Assembly member and PDP candidate stressed that the outcome of the primary is a further proof to the people of Nigeria that PDP is a transparent party.

He called for the spirit of good sportsmanship as his reemergence is for the good of Warri Federal Constituency, Chief Ereyitomi posited that the people massively and unanimously voted for his candidature signifying their resolve for him to continue representing them in 2023 at the Federal House of Representatives, Abuja.

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