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Sonia Unobunjo Emerges As Delta NAWOJ Chairman

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…Promises An All  Inclusive Leadership

By Christy Aboghe

Former Caretaker, Credential Committee of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) Delta State Council, Comrade Sonia Unobunjo, taken over the baton of leadership of the State chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, (NAWOJ).

Unobunjo, who contested for the state Chairman of the Association  alongside Comrade Antonia Mowah, gained victory with a wide slide margin of 107,leaving her opponent with 46 votes and 1 void vote was declared winner and returned elected.

 The election which took place at the Press Centre, Government House, had 154 accredited delegates members drawn from the 15 chapels which make up the Association.

Delivering her inaugural speech, Comrade Sonia   said welfare of the members would be her priority, women advocacy, extend to children and that her administration would carry every female Journalist along in the scheme of affairs pertaining to the Association.

While thanking members of the Association for their support, she urged for more of their collaboration in taking the Association to greater height, adding that as a team player and bridge builder she would operate an open door policy.

The Credential Committee Chairman, Comrade Ngozi Imokhuede, commended the Journalists for their peaceful conduct in ensuring that the election was free and fair.

In her words, the National Secretary, Comrade Helen Udofa charged the female Journalists to continue to abide in love so as to sustain the Association in the state.

While advising the Journalists, the Vice President Zone F, South South, Comrade Uduak  Okorn, urged them to keep up the spirit oneness which was evident in the outpour of excitement and jubilation on announcement of the result.

On her part the out gone Chairman, Comrade Patricia Gbemudu highlighted some of her achievements during her tenure as Chairman and urged members to avoid bitterness and leave in love.

Speaking shortly after the election, ,Comrade Caroline Ubini of Delta Broadcasting Service, (DBS), Asaba,

  said she had no doubt that  the new Chairman would make the Association get better than she met it, also Comrade Tessy Coker of Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) said it was the beginning of a new face in the state NAWOJ.

Highlight of the event was the subscription to the oath of office which was administered by Barr. Franca Eke on the Chairman and her executive members.

 

 

Asiuwhu Lauds NEWMAP Site Projects In Delta State

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The Commissioner for Environment, Chief  Godspower Asiuwhu has lauded the effort of Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP), in reducing vulnerability to soil erosion in targeted sub- watersheds.

Asiuwhu gave the commendation when he paid an inspection visit to the three project sites completed by NEWMAP, in the state.

He expressed delight over the extent to which the job had been done in Midoma / Iwerebo- owanta, Obompka , Ukwu nzu gully erosion.

The Commissioner while accessing the job done by the contracting firms, said with the completion of the project at the various site visited which were all done with the world Bank specification, commissioning would take place, after which NEWMAP would hand over the facilities to the state government.

He said with the facilities put up by NEWMAP, it was left for beneficiaries to maintain the facilities.

The Commissioner advised members of the communities to take responsibility of the facilities by cleaning the drains so that it last for them, and in the case of any challenges they should report to the Ministry

 

Earlier, the Acting Project Cordinator, the state NEWMAP, Mr Benedict Nwokocha  said the state did not get on the body earlier than other states and when NEWMAP came on board they had very little they could do.

Nwokocha said that with the space of time they had, the state was able to quickly execute three project sites.

He said with the standard that the state had met which the World Bank desired, there were open window for European Investment Bank to come and handle the remains two site, that is the Jesse and Ubulu uku gully erosion site.

While speaking on measures put in place to ensure that waste were not drop in the facilities, the acting Project Cordinator said, NEWMAP had carried out Environmental Management Plan by providing them with waste bins and also carry out evacuation by community interest groups using waste tricycles which NEWMAP had provided for them.

He added that when the community were in tandem with was been done, sustainability is sure.

Expressing delight, one of the beneficiaries of the facilities in Owanta, Chief Raphael Obianke (JP), said it was a big relief, as the one time deep gully which had caved in houses in the past, have taken a new look.

Speaking, Obianke said in ensuring that the corridor was kept clean so as not to cause blockage by refuse which could led to flood, the Obi of Owa had given a law and put up a fine and directed the Local Government to fish out any defaulter

Also speaking at Ukwu Nzu, the Chairman Ukwu Nzu NEWMAP Community Association, Mr Emmanuel Odogbo commended the NEWMAP and the state government for their contribution which had led to development of the community

Guber Poll: Osogbo Stands Still As PDP Holds Mega Rally

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Osogbo, capital of Osun, stood still on Thursday for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a mammoth crowd thronged the streets and the party’s Secretariat venue of it’s mega rally ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in the state.

The overwhelming turnout of Osun residents, who took over major streets and the venue was in spite of the refusal of the State Government to allow the party access to Osogbo Township Stadium and other public facilities in the state it applied to the government for.

In a carnival-like atmosphere, members of the PDP National Campaign Council for the Osun election, the party’s presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, former Vice President Namadi Sambo and former Senate President Bukola Saraki and other leaders of the party were received with thunderous ovation as they drove through major roads in Osogbo enroute the party secretariat, venue of the rally.

The crowd, which sang and danced excitedly as they struggled to catch a glimpse of the campaign team, showered praises on the gubernatorial candidate, Senator Ademola Adeleke, and surged to join the “train” for the grand finale of the campaign.

There was unprecedented human and vehicular traffic as people surged forward to the venue of the party secretariat as big screen projectors were strategically placed outside the premises of the party secretariat for people who could not gain entrance into the secretariat to watch what was happening inside.

Addressing the party faithful, the presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, harped on the need for the people to return PDP to power in the state and at the national level even as he urged them to protect their votes at the poll.

He called on Osun people to be vigilant and avoid a repeat of the rigging that denied them victory four years ago.

He said “I have come here to tell you not to allow the APC steal your votes like they did four years ago.

“On our way coming we saw a lot of Osun people gathered to welcome us because PDP has brought light to Osun state.

“Come out in your numbers on Saturday to vote our party’s candidate Senator Ademola Adeleke as your governor and light will return to Osun,” he stated.

Also speaking at rally, the National Chairman of the PDP, Senator Iyorchia Ayu said there was darkness in Osun State, adding that residents of the state were desirous of light that will illuminate the entire state for the collective good of all.

Ayu, therefore, urged residents of the state to be part of a progressive effort towards institutionalising a positive change in the country beginning with a resounding electoral victory in Osun state.

“There is darkness in Osun State and the people want light. I encourage every resident in the state to come out and vote massively for the PDP so as to realise the desired positive change in Osun State,” he said.

He urged the people to be part of a progressive effort towards institutionalising positive change in the country beginning from Osun state.

In his remarks, the former President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki urged the people to vote massively for the PDP and protect their votes to avoid a repeat of what happened in the state four years ago.

Responding, the PDP gubernatorial candidate, Senator Ademola Adeleke who expressed happiness over the large out of party supporters to the mega rally, said the time has come for the people of Osun State to reclaim the mandate stolen from them in 2018 by voting overwhelmingly for the PDP in the Saturday, July 16 governorship election in the state.

While assuring that he would grant autonomy to local government councils in the state if elected, he enjoined eligible voters in the state not to mortgage their votes, adding that they should vote wisely by voting for the PDP.

Governors of the party were led by its Chairman and Sokoto State Governor, Alhaji Aminu Tambuwal, Senator Douye Diri (Bayelsa), Mr Godwin Obaseki (Edo) former Osun Governor Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola and other leaders of the party attended the mega rally.

Music maestro Davido was on ground to electrify the atmosphere as he sang to his hit song “FEM”.

Environment Commissioner Seeks Synergy With Staff

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The newly appointed Commissioner in the Delta State Ministry of Environment,     Chief Godspower Asiuwhu has vowed to work in actualisation of the Stronger Delta vision of the state governor.

While assuring staff of the Ministry of his commitment to  achieve a clean and green Delta State, he said that his administration would not underrate sanitation as he would ensure that the state get cleaner than he met it.

Asiuwhu made this known during his first familirisation visit to the Ministry in Asaba, the State capital.

The Commissioner said that he would ensure that excessive sanitation exercise take place in the state so as to achieve the
vision.

He also appealed for their support in actualizing the drive, adding that their dedication and diligence to duty would make it a reality.

He commended the state governor, for giving him the priviledge to serve the state as a Commissioner, adding that he would not take the confidence of effective delivery reposed on him by the governor for granted.

 

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mrs Minnie Oseji, while recieving the New Commissioner, assured him of  coperation from staff so as to achieve their objectives and take the state to greater heights.

Illah PDP Empowers 300 Party Faithful In Delta

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The leaders of Peoples Democratic Party PDP Ward 3 in Illah, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta, on Sunday empowered no fewer than 300 persons with motorcycles and modern farming equipment.

The gesture by the leaders also included cash gifts ranging from 5,000 to 100,000 to 200 women, youths, villages and camps inhabited by non-indigenes.

The disbursement was done at an enlarged meeting of members of the Party drawn from the nine communities in the Ward.

Items given to beneficiaries were 10 motorcycles, 50 agro-chemical spraying machines, 50 cartons of herbicides, 50 cutlasses, and the cash gifts to no fewer than 300 party faithful.

Addressing the mammoth crowd, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Olisa Ifeajika: Director-General, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Dr Andy Ilabor and PDP House of Assembly Candidate for the Local Government, Mr Frank Esenwa, said it was part of measures to reward party loyalists for their support over the years.

They said that Oshimili North was the home of PDP and pledged to give 100 per cent votes to the party in the 2023 general elections.

The ward 3 Chairman of the PDP, Mr Nelson Okonma, said the money used for the procurement of the items and cash given to beneficiaries were gotten from the proceeds from delegates from the ward who participated in the recent primaries of the party and contributions from party leaders in the Ward.

The trio called on members of the party to redouble support to enable the town deliver all candidates of the party in the forthcoming elections.

Other speakers lauded the leadership and stakeholders of the party for spreading the empowerment to all parts of the ward and advised other wards and local governments in the state to emulate Ward 3.

At the event, some members of the APC from the ward, including a former councillorship candidate, Mr Anthony Dibia, defected to the PDP.

Receiving the decampees, the Assistant State Organising Secretary of the PDP, Mr Uche Egbuche, said that the party was big enough to accommodate all, and assured them of fair treatment in the scheme of things.

He equally commended the party leadership in Illah for the empowerment of party members, saying it would boost the fortunes of the party in the area.

The leader of the decampees, Dibia, said the achievements of Governor Okowa and his emergence as Vice-Presidential candidate of the PDP and Esenwa who is candidate for Oshimili North State Constituency contributed immensely to their decision to defect from their former party.

Highpoint of the occasion was the presentation of the items to beneficiaries, including the motorcycles won through balloting.

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.

 

 

 

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