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Vigilante Group  Calls For DTSG Support

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In a bid to help combat crime in the society, the General Commander, Delta State Vigilante ‘B’ Division unit, Engr. Tony Olisa, has called for support from the state government

Olisa gave the call during the commissioning of the Vigilante’s office in Achalla Ibusa Road, Oshimili South Local Government Area, Asaba, the state capital.

He said there was need for the security outfit to be empowered with mobility, security gadget and finance, to aid their jobs, as it would assist the Police in the fight against insecurity.

He added that with the provision of vehicles and motorcycles officers of the Vigilante group would be able to apprehend criminals in the rural area.

While highlighting some of their achievements, the Commander said the vigilante group had caught armed robbers and criminals, which they had presented to the police to actions.

According to him, the erection of the building was his sole effort, hence the need for more support from the state government.

In his speech the Commissioner of Police who was represented by CSP Danjuma Ocheje, advised the officers to work in synergy with the Police Force as their were working today’s same goal.

He urged them not to take laws into their hands whenever they apprehend criminals, rather they should hand them over to the Police.

He also assured them of support in the discharge of their duties.

On his part, the Chairman Board of Trustee, Uda Layout, Hon. Charles Okoye, commended the effort of the Vigilante Group, adding that their presence in the community had led to the maximum peace residence had enjoyed.

Okoye urged them to keep up with their job as they had always done.

While assuring them of his support, he admonished the state government to look into their plight, as their effort had  not only helped fight insecurity but had also reduced unemployment in the society.

Speaking the Chairman of Uda Layout Landlord Association, Ikechukwu Anene, appealed to the state government to support the Vigilante Group which had young youth, so as not to indulge in social vices as a result of denial of their need.

Anene advised the group to collaborate with the police for effective service delivery.

Highlight of the event was presentation of the officers before the CP and cutting of the commissioning tape by the Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government, Hon. Kelvin Obi Ezeyili

Present at the ceremony were the  Chairman of Uda Layout Landlord Association, Ikechukwu Anene; members of the Association, Chief Ude Ekene, Chief Chidi Ozodinobi, Hon. Ken Nwobu, Chief Okwuelilo Chukwudi, Chief Ogbueshi Okwachie, representative of the DPO, SUPOL Friday Okhiria; DCO 1 ‘B’ Division; DSP Charles Izukwe amongst others.

 

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Ogboru Lauds Okowa At 63

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Coordinator, Coalition of South – South and South – East Peoples Democratic Party,(PDP) Youths,  Hon. Eziwomano Ighoegwo Ogboru, has extended goodwill message on behalf of the group to the Delta State Governor and PDP Vice Presidential candidate, Sen.Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, on the occasion of his 63rd birth anniversary.

Ogboru, said at 63 Governor Okowa had proven to be a true leader, reasons why he has attracted so much national recognition, which resulted in his choice as Vice Presidential candidate of the PDP.

He commended Okowa’s transformational achievements in the state, with emphasis on youth empowerment, adding that the governor was one every leader should emulate.

While congratulating the Governor as the Vice Presidential candidate of the PDP, the group urged the party to take urgent steps to resolve all issues arising from the selection process.

The group  promised to mobilize its members to garner more support for the Atiku/Okowa presidential ticket and also to resist any attempt to replace the Governor with another candidate, insisting that he eminently merited his choice by the presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, who reserved the right to choose whoever he felt comfortable with from the three names shortlisted for the position.

The Coalition restated its earlier support for Okowa in the vice presidential race and appealed to those aggrieved by his choice to sheathe their swords and embrace the reconciliatory efforts of the Party in the interest of peace and unity, so as to defeat opposition Parties.

 

 

Eid El Kabir: Cleric Sues For Peace

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Amidst heavy rainfall of today, Muslim faithfuls trooped to the New Asaba Central Mosque within the premises of Model Technical College, to observe the Eid El Kabir prayers.

The Chief Imam, Alh Dr Adekola Yinusa used the occasion to pray for peace in Nigeria and begged Almighty God to expose and punish those who are unleashing terror in the atmosphere of our dear nation.

He said all Muslims must continue to fear God and be faithful to Him and they must imbibe the spirit of tolerance at all times.
He urged the politicians in the country to play their games with the fear of God in their and he implored them to be peaceful with one another as no political ambition is worth the blood of any citizens.

He prayed for Governor Okowa and wished him well in all spheres of life.
All Muslims were unanimous in their support for the Governor saying he did well by relocating the mosque to a better site where today’s Eid prayers took place.

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High point of the occasion was the significant slaughtering of ram by the Chief Imam. Many dignatory witnessed the occasion and this includes the Commissioner of Police, Alh Ari Muhammad and some top business men and women and children.

Eid-el-Kabir: Okowa Felicitates Muslims, Calls For Renewal Of Hope

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Delta Governor and Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated Muslims in the country as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.

He urged the Islamic faithful to emulate the Holy Prophet Mohammed by imbibing the ideals of sacrifice exemplified by him, and charged Nigerians to renew and be focused on their hope for a greater country.

The governor made the call in his Sallah message to the Muslims contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Saturday in Asaba.

He noted that Eid-el-Kabir embodied love, peace and sacrifice beyond the season, and called for tolerance, synergy and cooperation among citizens for the nation to overcome its current challenges.

Okowa particularly called on Nigerians to embrace peaceful co-existence exemplified in genuine brotherliness and turn to God for forgiveness to kindle the healing of the land of multi-faceted ills confronting it.

He assured of a peaceful Sallah celebration in the state, adding that the state government was liaising with security agencies to ensure that all citizens celebrated in peace and harmony.

The governor congratulated the Muslim community in the state on the pious day and thanked them for their contributions and cooperation over the years.

He affirmed that his administration would continue to partner the Muslim community and other non-indigenes in the state to build a Stronger Delta.

“This year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration holding amid rising insecurity and economic challenges calls for deep introspection among citizens, especially for its cost in terms of the enormity of lives and property being lost almost daily across the country.

“However, I wish to state that Nigeria will return to the part of recovery and greatness sooner than later, given the resolve by well-meaning citizens.

“And, as you congregate for prayers and celebration, let me assure you of adequate security as measures have been taken by the security agencies in that regard,’’ the gôvernor said.

“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate our Muslim brothers all over the country on the occasion of the 2022 Eid-el-Kabir,” he added.

Delta Set To Become Nigeria’s MSME Hub – Okowa

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Delta State Governor and Vice-Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has said that the state was working towards becoming Nigeria’s centre for medium, small and micro enterprises.

 

He said that with the creation of over 128,813 direct and indirect jobs through the various job and wealth creation programmes of his administration, Delta would truly become a hub for MSMEs in the next few years.

 

He made the remarks at the graduation of the third cycle of the Women Empowerment Skill Acquisition Programme (WESAP) held on Friday at the Event Centre, Asaba.

 

The governor said that with sustained growth of MSMEs, the issue of unemployment will become a thing of the past because people will become employers of labour rather than job-seekers.

 

He commended the Ministry of Women Affairs and all the programme management for their dedication and consistency.

 

According to him, WESAP is our platform to enhance social inclusion by equipping the womenfolk with the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to be productively engaged.

 

“I am pleased that the programme has remained steadfast to its mandate since it was inaugurated in November 2020.

 

“Let me also appreciate Heritage Bank for their current partnership, which has infused better financial management, transparency, and accountability into the programme.

 

“Today, we are empowering 280 women, including twelve Persons Living with Disabilities who, at the expense of the Delta State Government, underwent a six-months training in Arts and Craft at the Farm Craft Centre for the blind in Isheri, Lagos.

 

“Today’s graduates bring the total number of WESAP beneficiaries to 835. They have been resourced with the vocational skills to run various enterprises in fashion design, hairdressing, confectionaries, decoration, and makeover/head gear.

 

“As of June 1, 2022, one hundred and twenty-eight thousand, eight hundred and thirteen direct and indirect jobs have been created through the various job creation, youth empowerment, and social investments delivery platforms of the administration.

 

“While this has impacted positively on the economy of multiplied thousands of households, I guarantee you that the maximum impact of these programmes will be felt in no distant future when Delta State becomes the MSMEs hub of Nigeria.

 

“To the ladies who begin their entrepreneurship journey today, it is my hope that you will follow in the footsteps of those who have gone before you and make good success of this opportunity of a lifetime.

 

“You are among the privileged few who were enlisted in the programme from a long list of others who were equally qualified, but due to limited resources, we could only admit a limited number for now.”

 

He urged the beneficiaries to reciprocate the good gesture of the government by committing themselves to disciplined work ethic, prudent management, and excellent customer service.

 

“It is now time to put the knowledge you acquired in terms of personal effectiveness, sales and marketing, appropriate pricing, excellent customer service, and business management.

 

“Thankfully, Heritage Bank is there to facilitate the opening of your business accounts, which will enable you to separate your personal finances from the company funds and place yourself on a monthly salary.

 

“This will bring discipline into the running of the business, help to measure and monitor growth, as well as enforce accountability”, he stated.

 

Welcoming guests earlier, Commissioner for Women Affairs, Community and Social Development, Mrs Flora Alanta said the WESAP programme was established three years ago to ameliorate the economic hardship the COVID-19 pandemic unleashed on families.

 

She stated that an empowered woman is the bedrock for the economic emancipation of families adding that the future of families depends on the economic empowerment of women.

 

She stressed that women need to have skills that will earn them a living adding that 280 women including 12 persons with disabilities were among the beneficiaries.

 

In his goodwill message, Managing Director of Heritage Bank Plc represented by the Group Head of Edo/Delta region, Mr Charles Ojakovo lauded Governor Okowa for his unparalleled commitment to the growth of small and medium scale enterprises as a way to rescuing Nigerians form hunger and poverty.

 

He pledged the partnership of the bank to the job and wealth creation programmes of the state government.

 

 

 

Otirhue Felicitates With Okowa At 63

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Chairman, Delta State Local Government Service Commission, Hon. Dcn. Joseph Otirhue has congratulated the state governor on his 63 Birthday anniversary.

Otirhue in his goodwill message described the governor as a leader with an epitome of peace, whose good deeds were uncountable.

While thanking the Almighty God for keeping the governor in a super state of health, that had enabled him to continue his invaluable contributions to the State and humanity, he prayed God to bless him with long life and more prosperous years.

“My family and I felicitate with a dear father, leader, boss and Vice Presidential Candidate of our great Party, His Excellency Sen. Dr Ifeanyi Okowa on this special occasion of your  birthday anniversary”.

“We also join your countless admirers,  all lovers of democracy and people of good conscience to celebrate you”.

While lauding achievement of Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, he said “as Governor of a multilingual state like ours that have been peaceful over the years of your leadership. I have no doubt in my mind that as Vice President of our great country come 2023, such atmosphere of peace and tranquility will be replicated in our Nation Nigeria”.

“Sir, your unparalleled commitment to democratic  governance,  have continued to be a beacon of hope and a mentor to younger generation of leaders in our dear State. I inclusive” he said

“l pray God to continue to keep you in perfect health and happiness even as you celebrate now and always”.

 

Delta Police Boss Orders Massive Deployment Across The State

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…As Muslims Celebrates 2022 Eid-Kabir   

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Ari Muhammed Ali, FCIA, psc+  has assured all Muslim faithfuls in the state of the provision of adequate security and free flow of traffic in the state in view of the forthcoming Eid-Kabir celebration slated for Saturday July 9 to Sunday July  10, 2022.

 

The CP warned cultists and mischief makers to steer clear as the Command will deal decisively with anybody found wanting.

 

In ensuring security in all Muslim prayer grounds and strategic locations in the state, the CP has ordered massive deployment of personnel which includes special constabularies across the state.

 

The CP also directed all Divisional Police Officers to intensify raids of criminal hideouts and black spots within their areas of responsibilities.

 

The Police Boss adjured the Deputy Commissioner of Police in-charge of operations, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Operations Officers to employ means of ensuring thorough supervision of personnel deployed for the actualization of peace and tranquility during and after the celebration.

 

The Commissioner of Police on behalf officers and men of the Command wishes all Muslim faithful a hitch free, and a happy Eid-Kabir celebration.

 

Birthday Anniversary: Deltans Will Continuously Celebrate Okowa’s Impact– Okonji

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Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oshimili South Local Government Area, Delta State, Ogbueshi Dada Okonji, has predicted that Deltans will continuously celebrate Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for the benefits they have enjoyed, even after he has served out his tenure.

He said that all Deltans and communities had reasons to celebrate the governor, having touched lives in the nooks and crannies of the state, through massive infrastructural development, appointments and empowerment.

Ogbueshi Okonji, who made the submission, while speaking with journalists on the 63rd birthday anniversary celebration of the governor, also predicted that the governor will be given opportunity to replicate what he did in Delta State, through his election as the vice president in 2023.

According to him, it was by divine provision that Gov Okowa emerged as governor of the state in 2015 and he had demonstrated that he was a man sent by God on a mission to salvage Delta State.

He recalled that from the inception of his administration, the governor, in spite of the economic recession that confronted the nation, managed the state’s resources to satisfy the yearnings of the people, adding that Nigerians were already awaiting Okowa and the PDP to be delivered from the grips of traducers that had held the country by the jugular since 2015.

Specifically, he said the people of Oshimili South local government area had testimonies on the impact of Okowa’s administration in the area and would continue to appreciate him, in addition to supporting his future ambition.
Ogbueshi Okonji prayed God to bless and keep the governor to enable him render more services to the Deltans and Nigerians to the glory of God and for the enhanced welfare of the people

Sallah Celebration: Delta NSCDC Deploys 2,292 Personnel To Beef Up Security

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The Delta State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Commandant Akinsanya Iskilu Abiodun has ordered the deployment of 2,292 officers and men to beef up security across the State.

Speaking at the State Headquarters, the Commandant charged all Heads of Departments, Heads of Unit, Area Commander’s, Divisional Officers to deploy massively across board in order to ensure a hitch free celebration.

“We have strategized  efforts towards keeping our people safe and critical National Assets and Infrastructure protected before, during and after the sallah celebration”.

“The recent spate of insecurity challenges and protection of life and property calls for more proactive engagements, rather than reactive actions”.

“It is high time we spot out and address areas of concern to our collective safety by deploying personnel adequately to protect the civil populace”.

Deltans  deserve a safe and peaceful environment and we must not allow criminals and Vandals to hold us to ransom now or anytime during festivity”.

 

“I have ordered the deployment of over 2,292 personnel across all our formations for effective deployment to all nooks and crannies to address all forms of threats to insecurity” Commandant Akinsanya assured.

 

The NSCDC Boss maintained that adequate security will be put in place to safeguard prayer grounds, recreation centers, markets, shopping malls, motor parks and all critical national assets and infrastructure within the State.

 

He also, charged those in riverine areas to deploy necessary equipment like boats for periodic patrol of the State waterways to beef up security and forestall illegal activities of vandals and bunkerers.

 

The State Command under my watch are monitoring some suspected black spots and other vulnerable areas to prevent destruction of both human and material resources.

 

In this time of celebrations, being targeted by criminals to carry out their nefarious activities, we must implore a new strategy, vigilance and effective action; the Command will not rest on its oars to ensure that crime and criminality is nipped at the bud and perpetrators are brought to justice to serve as deterrent to others.

 

I therefore, urge the good people of Delta State to go about their legitimate businesses without fear, as our deployment will ensure safety and orderliness before,  during and after the festivities” Akinsanya reiterated.

 

The deployed personnel for the Sallah operation were drafted from the Anti-vandal unit, Special Female Squad (SFS), Rapid Response Squad, Counter Terrorising Unit CTU, Department of  Intelligence  and Investigation DII, and the surveillance team to ensure covert and overt security operation before, during and after the celebration.

 

I therefore, called on members of the public to assist NSCDC and other security agencies with useful Information about suspicious persons or acts that could truncate  the peace and stability of the State.

 

Akinsanya congratulated the State Governor Senator Dr Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa as he mark his 63rd birthday celebration today and Celebrate with all Muslim faithful across the State on this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration and charged all Deltans to seize the occasion to pray for the unity and progress of Delta State

 

Ekweremadu”s UK Trial: British Lawyer, Ned Nwoko Speaks

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Prominent Philanthropist and British lawyer Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko has described the former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu as a victim of circumstance,amid his trial in a London court for alleged human trafficking and organ harvesting.

Ekweremadu and his wife, Beatrice were arrested by the British security agents on June 23,2022 while travelling with one David Nwamimi Ukpo who claimed to be a 15 – year kidney donor for daughter of the Nigerian senator.

Assessing the Ekweramadu saga, Prince Ned Nwoko in a statement at Abuja said the couple was under trial for alleged violation of the British Modern Slavery Act.

Hon. Nwoko who had Legal education at university of keele and kings college, university of London, before being called to the English bar as a member of Lincoln’s inn, said the case of the Ekweramadus was unfortunate and predictable.

Recalling precedence, Nwoko explained that several prominent Nigerians had unknowningly fallen prey to the manipulation of dependants seeking greener pastures abroad.

Nwoko said Nigerian domestic servants living with benefactors who took them overseas had often turned against their masters when compelled to return home.

According to Nwoko. who currently holds practicing certificate as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales.
said British laws protect individuals especially the rights
to social security and welfare,a situation he said African domestic workers had often exploited for selfish interests.

He said it was instructive that a Westminster magistrate court in London had identified Ukpo, as a 21 year old boy and not 15 as he earlier claimed to
Police authorities who accused Ekweramadu of conspiring to bring a child to the United Kingdom for organ harvesting.

Nwoko who once owned the biggest law firm among African legal practitioners in the United Kingdom noted that the Ekweramadu issue was a recurring incidence which had landed many unsuspecting elite Nigerians in jail.

” It is unfortunate that distinguished senator Ike Ekweramadu and his wife got entangled in the alleged case of child trafficking.

” From my experience as a practicing lawyer in London dating to the 1990s, many Nigerians and indeed others from parts of Africa had been prosecuted and even jailed as a result of domestic servants,falsely accusing them of maltreatment. I know of 3 medical doctors in diaspora that suffered such prosecution because nannies they employed turned against them with spurious allegations of ill treatment. Girls and boys across Europe and other foreign lands often turn against their masters,to gain asylum.

“With the unfolding trial in Westminster, it is obvious that David lied about his age. Having seen London with it’s decent environment,the boy may have resisted returning to Nigeria, when it was discovered that his kidney did not match that of Ekweramadu’s daughter.The boy will not be a credible witness.He clearly has a lot to hide.

“Organ donation constitutes no crime in UK. It is permissible and legal.
Ekweramadu can only be found guilty by a jury at the crown court if it is proven that he paid the donor for the kidney. Any one can fall sick The lawmaker acted in good faith and in the interest of his daughter and this is evident from his letter to the embassy.

“His plea of not guilty is the right plea at the magistrates court. There are two likely scenarios. Either he is deported to nigeria for prosecution here or the matter is sent to the crown court for trial by jury. Either way I expect them to be acquitted. It is difficult to understand why the wife was also arrested and even more puzzling is why they were refused bail initially . They are good candidates for bail with appropriate conditions especially with the interest shown by the Nigerian embassy
“Nwoko stated.

The former member of House of representatives charged the federal government to intervene fully in the senator Ekweramadu case,given his diplomatic status.

Nwoko who is the PDP Delta North senatorial candidate in the 2023 elections expressed optimism that Ekweramadu and his wife would come out of their trial unscathed.

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