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Police Officer, Dimka Joins Wife’s Foundation To Feed Over 500 Nigerian Students In Asaba

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By Patrick Ochei

One of the finest Police officers in Delta State Police Command and Commander of the Eagle Net Special Squad in the State, SP Amb. Dr. Usman Dimka, today, Monday 13th February, 2023, turned the State Capital Asaba into a Mecca of sort, distributing food and drinks to Nigerian students struggling to do their JAMB registration at the Delta State E-Library complex, along Maryam Babangida Way.

This humanitarian reachout was staged by an NGO under the aegis of PZAFAAMA Helping Hands Foundation, which has Dimka’s wife, Princess (Mrs) Hauwa P. Usman Dimka as the Chief Executive Officer.

It was a huge one as over 500 students were planned for, with packs of enriched food, water and beverages distributed to them at the complex which is within the Asaba metropolis.

The Foundation in carrying out this humanitarian reach-out to the students who had come from various parts of the State for their JAMB registration at the Delta State E-Library complex; spurred the students who were moved by such act of benevolence, thereby resorting to praying for the Foundation to be replenished for such gestures and to succeed in all its endeavours.

Speaking to newsmen who accosted him to speak on the motivation behind such kindness, the Police officer extraordinaire, said he feels happy doing good to people and alleviating their sufferings.

According to him, “This NGO, PZAFAAMA Helping Hands Foundation is actually run by my wife as the CEO. Mine is to support her efforts in contributing meaningfully to humanity.

“Of course, my passion is giving a helping hand to people who are vulnerable either by birth circumstances or by misfortunes of life. It makes me happy seeing people happy. It was not a difficult thing supporting my wife, because what she is doing is what I am divinely inspired and endowed to do.

“So far, I have adopted 12 less privileged children whose school fees, feeding and medical needs I take care of every year until they will finish their university education and stand on their own. Just last year during my birthday, I celebrated it with the children at the City of David Orphanage and the Mother of Divine Grace Orphanage. That in itself was a show of my love for children in need of unrestrained love.

“Helping people is a normal routine for me; it is where I find my peace. If those who are privileged in the society could emulate the kindness of others, there won’t be so much people that are suffering in Nigeria.

“Showing love and helping those in need helps to reduce crime through positive empowerment that can only get them productively engaged. Personally, it is my everyday desire to see a loving, peaceful and prosperous society where everybody will live happily, irrespective of their statuses.

“I was moved by the dexterity of these students to get registered, even when they had been around since morning with no food to eat or water to drink. It touched me when I first saw them gathered in huge number just to get registered. I tell you, whatever you do for these ones today, they will remember tomorrow. And such act of kindness may even spur them to want to give back to society in future”, Dimka averred.

Speaking further, he condoled with the Nigerian Police Force, the Armed Forces and other paramilitary agencies that are losing their officers and men to terrorism and banditry.

He specifically prayed for the repose of the soul of his boss and mentor, late AIG Lawal Jimeta (AIG Zone 5, Benin), whose sudden death occurred after a brief illness; and of course, the souls of his three colleagues who were attached to the convoy of Governor Okowa that recently died in active service while escorting the Governor on campaign to Abia State.

Okowa Visits Families Of Security Aides Killed By Gunmen

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Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Sunday visited the families of police officers killed by gunmen in Anambra State.

The deceased officers – Inspectors Lucky Aleh, Celestine Nwadiokwu and Jude Obuh – were attached to Explosives Ordinances Disposal Unit at the Government House, Asaba.

They were killed by unknown gunmen, who ambushed them at a spot along Ihiala-Orlu road in Anambra while on their way to Umuahia on official duty, on Friday.

The governor visited their homes in Agbor Obi and Orogodo-Agbor in Ika South Local Government Area for Aleh and Obuh, and Owa Ekei in Ika North-East for Nwadiokwu, where he commiserated with their widows, 
Mrs Nwamaka Aleh, Mrs Juliet Obuh and Mrs Onyeisi Nwadiokwu and family members.

He prayed for the bereaved families and asked them to take solace in the fact that their the deceased died in active service for the nation, and assured that the state government would continue to identify with them through the trying times.

The governor was accompanied by member, representing Ika Federal Constituency, Mr Victor Nwokolo; member, representing Ika South in the State House of Assembly, Mr Festus Okoh and his Ika North East counterpart, Mr Anthony Elekeokwuri; Commissioner for Works, Mr Noel Omodon, his Information Counterpart, Mr Charles Aniagwu and other top government functionaries.

2023: Oborevwori commences pre-election visits to Traditional Rulers in Delta

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…Says Delta shall be envied by other states from May 29 through M.O.R.E agenda

By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq

In recognition of the important roles of traditional rulers in nation building, the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, on Monday commenced a state wide visit to royal fathers in the state.

The tour which began at Owa Alero, Owa Kingdom in Ika North East Local Government Area of the state, enabled the PDP governorship candidate to further explain his M.O.R.E Agenda to traditional rulers in Delta North Senatorial District at the Palace of the immediate past Chairman of Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers, His Royal Majesty, Obi (Dr) Emmanuel Efeizomor, the Obi of Owa Kingdom.

Oborevwori who was accompanied by his running mate, Sir Monday Onyeme, party leaders and top government functionaries, assured the royal fathers that the existing robust and harmonious relationship between the state government and the traditional institutions under the incumbent governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, shall be sustained and improved upon such that they would be consulted from time to time in the affairs of government, especially in the area of peace building, security and welfare of royal fathers.

The Delta PDP governorship candidate, Oborevwori, explained that his M.O.R.E agenda will ensure continuity in governance by building on the enviable legacies of governor Ifeanyi Okowa by advancing Delta State through; Meaningful Development, Opportunity for all Deltans, Realistic Reforms and Enhanced peace and security, anchored on transparency, accountability, honesty, equity and good conscience.

Oborevwori commended governor Okowa for raising the stake for traditional rulers in the state, and most especially for building, furnishing and equipping a world class secretariat for the state council of traditional ruler, adding that the Okowa-Atiku presidency will attract more development to the state and will also enhance the welfare and status of traditional rulers in Nigeria

He assured that his administration would listen more, do more and achieve more for the State, Deltans and for royal fathers, when he assumes office as governor on May 29, this year, adding that Delta State shall be the reference point for good governance; socioeconomic transformation and infrastructure development during his tenure as governor.

The royal fathers commended Oborevwori’s humility and uncommon wisdom over the years and as the longest serving speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly. They urged him to sustain his integrity and Pan Delta status as a leader and a potential governor, come May 29, this year.

The royal fathers prayed for his good health and multifaceted God’s grace, protection and blessings. It was indeed a remarkable event.

And on Wednesday 8th February, Oborevwori had a fruitful discussion with Isoko and Ijaw traditional rulers in continuation of his pre-election visits to royal fathers in the state.

The meeting with Isoko traditional tulers was held at the Palace Of the Odiologbo of Owhe Kingdom in Otor Owhe, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, while that of Delta Ijaw traditional rulers forum, took place at the Warri palace annex of His Royal Majesty, Elder (Captain) Timiyan, JP, Agbonu Torububor 1, the Paramount Ruler of Ogulagha Kingdom.

Oborevwori emphasized on his strong determination to be governor for all Deltans, irrespective of tribe, culture, religion or ethnic nationality, including non indigenes resident in the state, pointing out that he would continue to be accessible and available to all Deltans and to royal fathers, describing himself as a Pan Deltan with excessive local content and deeply connected to the people at the grassroots and across board.

He thanked the royal fathers for the inestimable support they and their subjects accorded him so far, and appealed for sustained goodwill, partnership, advise, prayers and support, noting that God pays special attention to the prayers and requests of royal fathers, as can be seen from numerous examples in the holy books

Immediate past governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, who accompanied the candidate, assured the Isoko and Ijaw traditional rulers that Oborevwori will deliver on his M.O.R.E agenda. He said Oborevwori will do well as governor, which was why he decided to support and campaign for his candidacy.

Uduaghan noted that the PDP governorship candidate stands out as the most suitable, popular, reliable and generally accepted candidate in the race to Government House Asaba, saying that Oborevwori will defeat candidates of the opposition political parties with a wide margin, on March 11, this year, judging from his robust campaigns and the Mammoth crowd following him across the three senatorial districts.

He said Oborevwori has been well tutored over the years on good leadership and further described him as a competent individual with integrity, qualified in all ramifications, tested and trusted to step into the big shoes of the incumbent governor and Vice Presidential Candidate of PDP, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, CON.

The royal fathers prayed for the landslide victory of the PDP governorship candidate and foreseeable incoming governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, at the Polls on March 11, this year.

Direct Flight From Nigeria To Israel To Commence Soon — NCPC Boss.

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The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Rev Dr Yakubu Pam has said that a direct flight from Nigeria to Tel- Aviv, Israel would commence soon.

He disclosed this in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, on February 10, 2023 during the 17th Biennial Conference of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, which held at the Ecumenical Centre, Yenagoa.

He stated that since his assumption of duty in 2020, he was able to conceptualize the idea of having a direct flight from Nigeria to the State of Israel and that dream would come to fruition soon by  March this year.

He posited that having a direct flight to Israel would help to boost our bilateral relations with the State of Israel.

He hinted that the licence  for the  direct flight had been awarded  to an indigenous Nigerian airline which would be airlifting Nigerians and other nationals direct to Israel.

He further explained that the NCPC establishment Act of 2007 gave the Commission the sole mandate to coordinate and supervise the movement of Christians from Nigeria to the Biblical Holy Sites around the world.

He noted that within one year in the saddle, he was able to explore Holy Sites in the Kingdom of Jordan and afterwards had the maiden Pilgrimage exercise in Jordan in 2021 which was celebrated with pomp and pageantry by the Jordanians.

The NCPC helmsman affirmed that the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, is the No 6 fastest growing organization in the world.According to him, “our growth has been from a humble beginning to Cathedral”, he said.  He congratulated them for what they had passed through in the Ministry over the years.

Rev Pam averred that the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria was the only church in Nigeria that has beaten others in Pilgrimage sponsorship.

He urged members to key into the Commission’s Pilgrimage programme and leverage on our Pilgrimage offerings and be part of the exercise to the Holy land.

Rev Pam also used the opportunity to call on Bayelsans to have faith in the country and participate actively in the forthcoming general elections.

In the same vein, he called on leaders to forget their differences and seek the unity and progress of the entire nation .

Cash Policy Not Meant To Suffer Nigerians, Says Ebigwei

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By Christy Aboghe

The lyase of Obodogba Okpanam, Chief Dr. Sylvanus Ebigwei has described the cash less policy as a way of curtailing fraud, banditry, payment of ransom to kidnappers and other frivolous acts.

Ebigwei made this known while speaking with our reporter in Okpanam, Delta State.

He said the decision of Central Bank of Nigeria and the government in redesigning the naira notes, was a good idea, as it would help flush out many of the currencies that have defaced as a result of poor handling of the naira notes.

“I am not in support of the old naira notes, as the introduction of the new naira notes will help flush out fake currency in circulation” he said.

He said the only challenge with it, was the implementation of such policies, as it was badly handled.

He said though the government have reversed their stand on the cashless policy, the redesigning of the naira notes and the exchange of currencies, but then it is a very good idea.

According to him, no country allows the existence of currency for 20 years, adding that the Central Bank of England earlier redesigned the British pounds  from the old currency to a new one and the whole world took after, without rancour.

He said it would help Nigerians to progress, in terms of stabilisation of the naira notes, foreign exchange and removing every surplus cash from the general public and residing the same in the various banks in Nigeria, adding that about one third of the printed naira notes were deposited in the bank, while the rest are in people’s custody.

Ebigwei said the policy was meant to reduce vote buying, but instead, the masses are the ones suffering it, as the whole exercise which was to address many negativism, was scuffled.

He said it was unfortunate that some persons in the society deposits in holes, stores, gutters, buried in the farms, septic tanks, which in most cases gets destroyed by molds, water or burnt.

He said such acts can only be found in a primitive society where they lack trust of the banks and those who make money in dubious way

Reacting to the demand for continuous use of the old naira notes, the Iyase said those supporting the drive were doing so for their own selfish reasons and negative politics as there was no need to use money to buy people’s vote conscience if they were actually going to serve the masses as they claim, there was no need paying to serve them.

Sports University Would Promote Sports Talented Students, Says Ned Nwoko

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Delta North Senatorial candidate under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and Chancellor of Sports University of Nigeria (SUN), Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko has said only sports talented students would be given admission into the sports institution.

Nwoko made this known while playing host to Journalists at his country home in Idumuje Ugboko.

He said for any child to be qualified to gain admission into the Sportgs University of Nigeria, he or she must be talented and have passion for sports, as there would be no sentiment.

Speaking on the reason behind in the delay on commencement of the programmes, he said “we are almost done with structure and at same time seeking approval, I would not want to go against the rules and regulations of NUC that is why we have to wait for their approval and now that they have done that, we are set to kick off”.

He said the academy would offer certificate programmes, in diploma and degree for talented students, adding that physically challenged persons with passion for sports would also be given admission.

According to the Senatorial candidate, the institution has  foundation year which last for one year and the school of basic studies which last longer adding  that while the latter is for everybody, the former is meant to nurture them from the scratch, without any academic qualification, adding that while they are doing their sports they  would be doing their exams.

The Chancellor said the students would be groomed by staff who are experts in the management and promotion of talents.

He revealed that in their second year they would be meant to spend six months abroad for more practical and when they are fit to compete outside the country, they would be allowed, as no one would come and undermine or underpay them.

 “We would not be allowed them to be bought cheaply as they would find their way into the international market, here we would give them the support and confident that they need, as it would be an elicit school”, he said.

He disclosed that the Sports University have received a letter from NUGA to be the first private University to host sports game in the next two years.

Nwoko also revealed that the CJN sports games organisers were willing to have their games hosted by SUN, since it was the turn of Delta State, adding that apart from being a training ground for event, the institution would host many games and competition.

The Senatorial candidate said the University was not going to be a money making one, as the best talented ones, with passion for sports would be given scholarship.

He said the goal of the institution was to get two or three footballers, ones that can be called our own Merci or Ronaldo, adding that they want to produce talent that would make a name for SUN, adding that one goalkeeper was enough for them, as having a football team would be a distraction for them however, “It is my dream for us to have a football club” Nwoko said.

NULGE Endorses Ned Nwoko For Delta North Senate Seat

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The National Union of Local Government Employees, (NULGE), Delta North axis today  endorsed Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko, as its sole candidate for Delta North Senatorial seat in the 2023 elections.

The endorsement was made at the Idumuje Ugboko country home of Prince Ned Nwoko, Delta North (PDP) senatorial candidate and witnessed by the nine  NULGE Local Government Chairmen in Delta North.

They included, Aniocha North, Comrade Ogwugwua Collins; Aniocha South, Nwaidei Micheal;  Oshimili North,  Nwabuzo Ephraim;  Oshimili South, Oyana Kennedy; Ndokwa East,  Ajusah Jude ; Ndokwa- West, Opone Ikechukwu; Ukwuani, Alonu Sylvester; Ika south, Nwama Emmanuel Jolly  and Ika North East, Memeh Nnamdi.

The motion for the endorsement of Nwoko was moved by Aniocha North NULGE Chairman, Comrade Ogwugwua Collins, seconded by  Oshimili South NULGE Chairman, Comrade Oyana Kennedy.

Speaking on behalf of the Delta North NULGE leadership , Comrade Ogwugwua said they resolved to back Prince Nwoko because of his monumental contributions to the development of Anioma, Delta State and Nigeria in general .

Comrade Ogwugwua said NULGE would also work for the election of all PDP candidates from the presidency, Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly.

He noted that NULGE would organize a mass rally in the coming days to draw public support for Nwoko and other PDP candidates.

“NULGE decided to endorse and vote Hon Prince Ned Nwoko because he is an illustrious son of Anioma. We know and respect him as an accomplished philanthropist, a man of integrity and service.

“We recall that he was the initiator of the Paris club loans refunds which bailed out local governments across Nigeria from financial difficulties. Through Ned , local government workers were able to receive their salaries regularly. He is a pillar of local government administration.

“ We want to emphasize that NULGE will mobilize its members, numbering over Five thousand (5000) In the Nine (9) local government areas of Delta North to vote Hon Ned Nwoko as a reward for his good works over the years”. Ogwugwua assured.

Responding, Hon Nwoko said “he was overwhelmed by the endorsement and pledged to “offer effective representation to the people of Anioma by protecting their best interests at the senate”.

Three Nasarawa United Players Make Nigeria U-20 AFCON List

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Nasarawa United FC might not have begun the 2022/23 Nigeria Premier Football League Season on a bright note, but the Team parade the highest number of players from the NPFL in the list of Nigeria’s U-20 Flying Eagles team heading to Egypt for the U-20 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Tournament.

In the twenty-five man list released by the Coach Ladan-Bosso led team, Nasarawa United have the trio of central defender, Benjamin Fredrick, midfield maestro, Onuche Ogbelu, and attacking sensation, Francis Ayuba, a feat that can be attributed to the hard work, credibility and foresight of the Chief Barr. Isaac Danladi-led Management who continues to offer free hands to the Coaching and playing staff of the Club to express their talents.

Each of the players has made his debut league appearance for the Solid Miners.

In all of the U-20 pre-tournament friendly matches decided at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, only Nasarawa United proved unbeatable, with the game ending 1-1 apiece.

The U-20 team are in Morocco for the last lap of their preparation before connecting to Egypt, venue of the AFCON U-20 tournament which begins on Sunday, 19th February, through to Saturday, 11th March, 2023, with a total of twelve countries drawn into three groups.

Nigeria who are the most successful country at the biannual youth tournament, having won it seven times, are in the same Group ‘A’ alongside hosts, Egypt, Mozambique and Senegal, with the semi-finalist teams picking the four available tickets reserved for Africa for the 23rd edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup which will run from Saturday, May 20th to Sunday, June 11th, 2023, in Indonesia, with 24 countries from six Confederations.

Nasarawa United will host visiting Kwara United FC in the NPFL match-day seven clash at the New Jos International Stadium by 4pm on Saturday(tomorrow), 11th February, 2023, as they seek to register their first win in Group ‘A’ of the current abridged campaign.

NCPC Has Added Value To The Buhari Led Administration – Rev. Pam

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ByCelestine Toruka

The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, (NCPC) Rev. Dr. Yakubu Pam has said that the Commission through its robust pilgrimage activities has added value to the success story of the present administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.

He disclosed this on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at the NCPC Corporate headquarters, Abuja, during the first strategic meeting with the Management and staff of the Commission.

He stated that the Commission’s ongoing December, 2022 Pilgrimage exercise to Israel and Jordan which commenced on Friday, December 16, 2022 had progressed very well due to the commitment of staff and relevant stakeholders, adding that more states had indicated interest in sponsoring more Christians to the Holy Land.

He thanked the Board of the Commission for the opportunity to work together to better the fortunes of Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria.

The NCPC boss admonished the staff of the Commission to be faithful at all times. He explained that faithfulness does not require gains all the time.

Drawing his Biblical reference from the book of Mathew Chapter 25 from verses 15, he said the parable of the talents teaches that faithfulness pays. In his words, “we are given equal opportunity but the difference is faithfulness.”

Rev. Pam cautioned staff to shun unhealthy competition to avoid losing focus. According to him, “Today we are fighting against corruption; you should be satisfied with what you have”.

He urged them to kill the spirit of competition and pulling-down syndrome, as he said, “competition has birthed children like gossiping, back biting, pulling down syndrome and corruption.”

He averred that NCPC remains the only apex Christian faith based agency that has direct link with the Presidency which makes the Commission a peculiar agency. To this effect, he urged the staff to be the shining light of the Commission and the country.

The NCPC Chief Executive stressed that without discipline, civil service will be a lawless place. Therefore, he promised to discipline any erring staff found wanting in order to serve as a deterrent to others.

He emphasized that the interest of the Commission would continue to be paramount and should be far above any individual interest.

He urged the staff of the Commission to represent the Commission well as he said, “I plead with you to keep the Life in NCPC, where history will be made and kept! Protect the good name of NCPC” he beckoned, while also urging them to be diligent and committed to their duties and above all they should be faithful.

Delta 2023:AAU Warri Alumni Chairman Task Members To Canvass Votes For Sheriff Oborevwori.

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Alumni members of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma have been told to give their support and work tirelessly for the electoral victory of one of their own, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori to be the next governor of Delta State.

The Chairman of the  Ambrose Alli University Alumni Association, Warri Chapter, Frank Miller made the appeal during the birthday ceremony of a notable alumnus of the University and Commissioner representing Udu in the  Board of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Hon.Vincent Oyibode at his residence in Warri.

He said as alumni members of the Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, there was need for them, particularly those resident in Delta State to rally round support for the victory of the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori who is also the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) governorship candidate for the March 11 governorship election.

Miller assured Deltans that Oborevwori if elected as governor of the state would bring the desired development as he is in touch with the grassroot having lived with the people all his life hence knows their pains.

The Warri AAU Alumni Chairman described the governorship candidate, as a man that had been adequately trained and prepared for the task of governance well ahead of time because of the quality of knowledge he acquired while in the University.

While expressing the hope that it was the first time an alumnus of the Ambrose Alli University would be running for the number one seat in Delta State since it’s creation, Miller said Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori would do the body proud and expressed absolute confidence in his ability to deliver on all electoral promises as encapsulated in his M.O.R.E Agenda.

Miller also paid glowing tributes to Honourable Vincent Oyibode for being a worthy alumnus and prayed God to bless him as he marked a new milestone.

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