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Oborevwori Leadership Style Exclusive, Not Comparable To Another – Bureau DG

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…Says state information management council to review activities of governor media aides

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, is focused on Advancing Delta through purposeful and pragmatic leadership that is exclusive, personalized and not comparable to any other leader or administration.

Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, made the assertion on Wednesday, while speaking during a public affairs program on radio monitored in Asaba.

Dr Oghenesivbe disclosed that the governor came prepared to Advance Delta, and to achieve his lofty dreams and vision the MORE agenda came to be, assuring that the high level of fiscal discipline, prudent management of state resources, oneness and transparency shall be sustained throughout the eight years life span of this administration.

He said the good governance strides of the governor must be well communicated by authorized spokespersons, and not just any media aide to the governor or social media influencers on the payroll of government, pointing out that being a media aide does not automatically translate to government spokesperson.

Dr Oghenesivbe disclosed that unauthorized media aides to the Governor must never issue statements, grant media interviews, and must of a necessity go through skills acquisition training, and get approvals from their unit leaders and mentors to avoid embarrassing the governor and government through reckless statements.

The Communication Strategist who dwelled on the gains of the just concluded Delta State Communication Workshop with the Theme – Advancing Delta: Strategies for Public Communication and Effective Media Engagement, posited that the State Information and Communication Management Council, will soon meet to review the activities of media aides to the governor, so as to avoid reoccurrence of defective media statements.

He said DELCOM has been a unique government platform designed to sharpen the skills of media aides, social media influencers and media partners, adding that not all media aides to the Governor are authorized to issue press statements and grant media interviews.

The State Communication Bureau Chief disclosed that the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Dr Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza is the head of the state information and Communication structures, while the Chief
Press Secretary to the Governor is the official spokesperson of the governor, while the Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau function as the communication and sensitization campaigns strategist of government.

According to Dr Oghenesivbe, the trio of HCI, CPS and DG-DSOCB are the authorized persons with the required skills and experience to grant media interviews and craft statements, noting that the CPS recently signed out a memo directing media aides to channel their stories and articles through his office for vetting as a measure to control the standard of information flow to the public.

On the ongoing yuletide celebration in the State, Dr Oghenesivbe said governor Oborevwori’s good governance strides, coupled with the synergy between security agencies in the state had in no small measures enhanced security of life and property, while commending the state police command commissioner, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda and his men for effective and proactive policing.

He posited that governor Oborevwori recently provided additional 40 brand new Hilux patrol Van to security agencies in the state, as well as other multifaceted supports which had improved response and rescue operations throughout the three senatorial districts in the state.

“We are proud of the remarkable achievements of our amiable Boss and governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori. The skills acquired through Delcom 2024 shall be deployed to effectively tell the good stories of the governor’s MORE Agenda under implementation.

“The state communication and information Council will meet soon to address the issue of authorized media aides who are issuing press statements and granting interviews.

“The truth is that not all the media aides to the Governor are authorized to issue press statements or grant media interviews. Articles and stories must go through the CPS for vetting before publication by any media aide to the Governor.

“The Honourable Commissioner for Information heads the State Information and Communication structures, while the Chief Press Secretary is the authorized official spokesperson to the State governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori.

“The commissioner of Information is authorized to speak for the entire state, while the Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau is the authorized Communication and Sensitization campaigns Strategist on diverse issues.

“It is no longer acceptable for unathorised media aides to either grant press interview or issue press statements.

“Majority of the media aides work directly under the CPS, and it amounts to gross official misconduct for any of them to make statements or grant media interviews without the express permission of either the Information Commissioner or the Chief Press Secretary,” Oghenesivbe said.

Issele-Uku Monarch Celebrates June Odika As Her Foundation Marks 8 Years Of Sharing Christmas Rice, Wrappers To Widows In Aniocha North

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By Patrick Ochei

For eight consecutive years, an Issele-Uku illustrious daughter of the renowned late Rev. Eugene Odika of the Church of Faith Worldwide, Evangelist June Odika has kept faith with her vision to feed widows in Issele-Uku and other towns every 24th December, prompting the Issele-Uku monarch, HRM Agbogidi Obi Nduka JP (MNSE) to specially commend her as she marks her 8th anniversary edition, even in a prevailing harsh economic year.

Obi Nduka who has also been consistent with the programme since his ascension to the throne of his forebears, spoke very eloquently and authoritatively in his commendation of the wonderful work the Godsent Issele-Uku daughter is doing under the Widows For Christ Foundation, a platform through which she coordinates the widows in Issele-Uku, Issele-Mkpitime and Onicha-Ugbo and distributes rice, clothes, oil, tomato pastry to them every Christmas eve, including physical feeding.

The wise king while celebrating the widows’ benefactor, also observed the meticulous organization of the activities of the rice and wrapper sharing even with so much crowd, thereby praising the organisers and the participants for their proper conducts.

Agbogidi Nduka however, released his Royal blessing on the Founder of the Widows For Christ, asking God and the Ancestors of Issele-Uku to keep replenishing her purse, and through her, reduce the burden of hunger in the land, especially as it concerns widows.

In her narration of the journey so far, Evangelist June Odika revealed how God told her to come to Issele-Uku to feed the widows.

She said she initially wanted to do it as a one-off programme as she does not reside in Issele-Uku or Nigeria, but that after that first edition, God kept on telling her to return and do same each year from that inception. And that is how she had found herself clocking eight years giving Christmas food to widows in Issele-Uku and environs.

Meanwhile, apart from the yearly benevolence, Odika also distributes rice to the widows on monthly basis in order to keep the fold strong and united in faith for Christ.

Speaking further, she specially appreciated Chief Innocent Ikpeamanam Nwakpati (Omeogor of Issele-Uku) whom she personally shared her vision with, and he encouraged her on how to go about it, including getting the nod of the king to use the Palace as venue.

Odika equally appreciated the amiable Obi Nduka for his simplicity and love for the Foundation, stressing that the history of Widows For Christ can never be written without a spacious mention of Agbogidi Obi Nduka.

On the strength of the above, she spontaneously rallied round her invited friends and used the occasion to raise funds in support of the 10th Anniversary Remembrance of Obi Henry Ezeagwuna 1 JP, which is a project of Obi Nduka for 29th December, 2024.

Also engaging the platform, Evangelist June Odika presented a gift award to Chief Nwakpati, in appreciation for his years of support and encouragement.

The highpoint of the programme was a life changing message from a God’s servant to the widows, which basically centred on Love and Forgiveness in the Midst of Pain.

The Man of God, Pastor Sunday Ikelede said, the gathering of the widows is not just to share rice and wrapper, but to teach them how to forget their past, look forward in life with a positive mindset through Christ and also endeavour to love their neighbours and forgive those who offend them irrespective of the offence; adding that only through such scriptural understanding would God continue to wipe away their tears and bring succour to them and their families.

The occasion was graced by Chiefs of Issele-Uku Kingdom who accompanied Obi Nduka to attend, and they include the following; Chief Innocent Ashiedu (Iyase of Issele-Uku), Chief Dr John Ochei (Okwalegwe of Issele-Uku), Chief Innocent Ikpeamanam Nwakpati (Omeogor of Issele-Uku), Chief Peter Oduh (Ozoma of Issele-Uku), Chief I.G. Memeh (Oloto of Issele-Uku), Chief Sunday Monyei (Osodi of Issele-Uku), Chief Uche Maha (Uweh of Issele-Uku), Chief Engr. Onyeabor Nwabah (Obazuaye of Issele-Uku), Chief Michael Brian Odiakose (Osigie of Issele-Uku), Chief Uche Ngbanwa (Ashiobi of Issele-Uku), Chief Egbo Adigwe (Chiobi of Issele-Uku) and Queen Faith Ezeagwuna (Obi’s Mother).

Other dignitaries included a US based Mr. Chris Ikeakanam, Madam Ekene Ikeakanam, Min. Mrs. Zeniat Ochei and others too numerous to mention.

SMEDAN DG Gifts His Aniocha South Constituents At Christmas

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The Director General, Small Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) Mr Charles Odii has in line with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Renewed Hope mantra celebrated with Constituents of Aniocha South at Christmas.

The DG who doled out 27 units of 25 kg bags of rice, 300 units of 10 kg bags of rice to the 11 wards in Aniocha South APC also doled out 200 bags randomly to constituents totalling 500 bags of 10 kg rice.

Odii urged Constituents to keep hope alive as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Renewed Hope mantra is in due course and making adequate positive progress as these policies of Mr President are what we need at this time as a nation to grow.

He advised Constituents and Nigerians in general to support Mr president in this fight to ensure that we have a much better Nigeria in the nearest future, noting that when you fight corruption, corruption will definitely fight back and what we face today is the impact of corruption fighting back and not ill fated policies as painted propagated by a desperate move for power.

He further pleaded with Constituents to stay safe and enjoy the holiday season taking cognizance of the fact that Jesus is the reason for the season.

Receiving the 300 bags of 10 kg rice and 27 bags of 25 kg rice was the, Chairman, Comrade Norbert Akachukwu Sochukwudima, Aniocha South LGA ,December 25, 2024 at the Party Secretariat who stated that ” in all honesty, this a clear sign of many more things to come, hope is alive, just like the agenda of our dear president, renewed Hope agenda and what the DG of SMEDAN has done reaching out to the grassroots, the executive members of the APC across the 11 wards of Aniocha South, his immediate constituency, his local government is a noble one.”

He further stated that “we appreciate him greatly, the rice has been evenly distributed and many are leaving here happy, we have pray for him and we appreciate him.”

At a time we were worried, because we’ve been expecting this kind of kind gesture and we are glad is has finally come and we know more will come by the grace of God, we are grateful.

Flanked by other executives of the party the Youth leader Aniocha South, Comrade Austin Utulu, he revealed that “at least this time the people will smile, because something like this has never happened before.”

Oborevwori Felicitates Deltans At Christmas, Says Better Days Ahead

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As the Christmas season envelopes the nation in its warm festive embrace, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has sent a heartfelt message of hope, unity, and goodwill to the people of the state.

Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, took a moment to reflect on the significance of the season, emphasizing its deeper meaning beyond the celebrations.

Governor Oborevwori extended his warm wishes to all Deltans and other Nigerians as they mark the birth of Jesus Christ.

He highlighted Christmas as a time to embrace love, peace, and harmony, and called on everyone to set aside primordial divisions and focus on the collective progress of the country.

“Christmas is not just a time for merriment; it is a season of reflection and renewal,” the governor remarked.

He added, “it reminds us of the boundless love and selflessness that Jesus Christ demonstrated during his time on Earth.

“As we celebrate this season, I urge all Deltans to embody these virtues in their daily lives by fostering unity, peace, and understanding across our state and the nation.”

Governor Oborevwori urged Christians to use the occasion to pray fervently for a more peaceful and united Delta State and Nigeria.

He said, “our nation is at a critical juncture. But with collective prayers, determination, and hard work, we can overcome the challenges we face and emerge stronger.”

The governor also reassured the people of Delta State of his administration’s unwavering commitment to actively sustain their welfare.

Reflecting on the progress made during the year, he expressed gratitude for the prevailing peace in the state, which, he noted, had laid the foundation for sustainable development.

He said; “my administration is dedicated to pursuing people-oriented policies and programmes that will improve the standard of living for all Deltans.

“As we approach 2025, I assure you of better days ahead. Our focus remains on equitable development, job creation, and fostering an environment where every Deltan can thrive.

“With the collaborative efforts of our government and citizens, we will continue to grow, innovate, and create opportunities for all.”

Governor Oborevwori extended his warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to Deltans and Nigerians, saying, “May the joy of this season fill your homes, and may the coming year bring renewed hope, prosperity, and fulfillment for all.”

Christmas: 2027 Another Opportunity To Rid Nigeria Of Bad Governance – National Youth Alliance

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President of National Youth Alliance (NYA), Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas has described 2027 as another opportunity to rid Nigeria of bad governance – National Youth Alliance

While congratulating Christians in the country for celebrating another Christmas, frontline movement, National Youth Alliance (NYA) has reminded Nigerians that although all seems gloom at the moment, 2027 is another opportunity to get it right through the ballots.

In a statement issued to felicitate Christians, President of NYA, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas said all hope is not lost.

“Despite these difficulties, I remain optimistic about Nigeria’s future. The upcoming elections present an opportunity for us to make a positive change by voting for leaders who truly care about our welfare and are committed to good governance,” he said.

According to the statement signed by SA Media and Publicity to Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, President, National Youth Alliance (NYA), Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, Christmas is a time of love and sharing, while reminding Nigerians that however, they should not forget that numerous challenges are facing the nation.

“As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, I extend warm greetings to you and your loved ones. This special season is a time for love, kindness, and reflection.

“However, as we rejoice, let us not forget the numerous challenges facing our beloved nation. Economic hardship, bad governance, and leadership failures have plagued our country, leaving many Nigerians disillusioned and frustrated,” the statement said.

It quoted the NYA President, ” As young people, we have the power to shape our nation’s destiny. Let us use our voices, our votes, and our collective energy to demand better leadership and a brighter future for ourselves and generations to come.

“This Christmas, I urge you to remember the true spirit of the season: love, compassion, and kindness. Let us spread joy and hope to those around us, and let us work together towards a more prosperous and peaceful Nigeria.

“Merry Christmas, and may God bless our nation”.

Dcns. Tobore Oborevwori Lauds Kelvin Ezenyili Devt. Strides

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…As She Commissions Oko Event Centre, Flags off Oshimili South Youth Empowerment

The wife of the Delta State governor, Dcns. Tobore Oborevwori has commended the Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Council, Asaba, Hon. Chief Obi Kelvin Ezenyili for reaching out to the people at the grassroots.

Dcns Oborevwori gave the commendation during the official commissioning of Oko ultra modern event centre, constructed by the Council Chairman led administration and official flag off ceremony of Oshimili South youth empowerment in Oko Amakom.

Oborevwori appreciated him for extending the dividends of democracy to his people.

She said the project was all about the MORE agenda of the Governor, adding that the people of Oko will remember this accomplishment for a long time.

While congratulating the people of Oko in particular and Oshimili South in general, she urged them to preserve the facility, enjoy its benefits, and protect the legacy project as it belongs to them.

Ezenyili said the initiative was in line with the Governor’s MORE agenda, to give the people of the community a befitting place for social events.

He said the construction of the project was born out of the desire for community development, infrastructural development and developmental governance.

The Chairman said, with the provision of this amenity fully fitted with State of Art Equipment, it has brought succor to the entire people of Oko community who travel outside this place to hold their meetings and other social gathering due to its unavailability in this area.

Speaking on the youth empowerment programme, he said it will address the problem of youth restiveness and ensure they are properly engaged.

He said as a youth oriented administration, they are determined to encourage them to live a life worthy of emulation.

While highlighting the achievement of his administration, he commended the members of the Executive Arm, Legislative Arm and Management Staff for the harmonious relationship that has existed and is still existing since the inception of his administration.

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oshimili South, Ogbueshi Chike Ofosiokwu, commended the governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for his developmental strides.

Ifesiokwu said the governor has indeed kept to his campaign promises of more development to the state.

The Party Chairman passed a vote of confidence on the governor and endorsed him for two term in office, adding that there was no vacancy for gubernatorial ambition in 2027 general election.

“His Excellency has justified the eight years political contract that we signed with him. Until 2031, we have no business with any other person jostling for governorship position of the state”, he said.

Highlight of the event was the Flag off of the Fifty Million Naira (50,000,000) empowerment programme for 500 persons, with each beneficiary receiving the sum of One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100,000) each, the distribution of 220 bags of rice to all the wards in the Local Government, with each ward receiving 20 bags, as an extension of inclusiveness in governance, sense of belonging, testament to move the council area to an enviable height and assurance of a blessed year 2025.

The event had the deputy governor, Sir Monday Onyeme; House of Representative member, Hon. Victor Nwaokolo; Chairman of Oshimili North, Hon. Innocent Esewezie, members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), members of Oshimili South; traditional Chief, amongst others in attendance.

Oil Thieves Are Out To Blackmail Tompolo, Kyari , Otuaro, Forum Tells International Community 

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…Says International Oil thieves, Local Collaborators Cannot Undermine National Security, Truncate Nation’s Economy.

The Forum of Concerned Niger Delta Ex-Agitators has exposed oil thieves futile attempt to tarnish Chief Government Ekpemupolo , aka Tompolo, Engr.Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)and Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr. Dennis Otuaro before the International Community, describing the development as the last kick of a dying horse

The Forum said that the syndicate of frustrated international crude oil thieves in the Niger Delta just refused to give up their futile war of attrition.

According to the Forum, they are fighting back after their local ring leaders – Messrs Kingsley Kuku, Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf and his foot soldier, Jude Gbaboyor as well as Bibopri Ajube, alias Shoot-at-Sight and their latest ally, Robinson Ariyo, a Warri-based obscure Itsekiri legal practitioner, were dislodged and chased out of the region and their illegal business crushed by Tompolo’s Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) and other security outfits.

In a Press Statement on Monday, signed by Chief (General) Otegha Ayebi (The Last Don), General Benjamin Ekeremor(The Opu Abadi) and General Adowei Binaebi), they stated that although their efforts are feeble, akin to a mere storm in a teacup, the truth remains that Tompolo has changed the narrative of oil exploration, with daily records showing rapid increase in production.

They said that the local syndicate, being managed by Kingsley Kuku, Chief Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf, his boy, Jude Gbaboyor, Chief Bibopri Ajube, alias Shoot-at-Sight, and Robinson Ariyo, was desperate to tarnish the names and good work of Chief Government Ekpemupolo, aka Tompolo, Engr. Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, for bringing order and sanity to oil prospecting in the Niger Delta.

According to the Press Statement,Dr. Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, was also targeted in the renewed smear campaign, for his commitment to law and order in the Amnesty Office, and for denying disgruntled elements, who had in the past unlawfully accessed the Amnesty Programme funds.

They revealed that the international criminal oil barons in collaboration with their local supporters in the persons of Kingsley Kuku, Boyloaf, Shoot-at-Sight, Gbaboyor and Ariyo have taken their fight to the gates of the United Nations in New York, attempting to denounce their supposed detractors through propaganda and misinformation.

They wrote that a recent one-man show protest in New York featured an obscure individual hanging banners with photographs of purported dead youths kidnapped, imprisoned and murdered by Tompolo, whom he also accused of stockpiling arms and ammunition, in Gbaramatu Kingdom in Delta State.

The Forum added that the lone protester urged the international community to prevail on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrest Tompolo and investigate the alleged kidnap, torture, and murder of the youths.

“What arrant nonsense is this? Is it possible for such atrocity to be committed in 21st century Nigeria, while the Federal Government looks the other way? It is absolute humbug.

The allegation is not even worth refuting.

Gbaramatu kingdom hosts heavy federal presence, especially the Federal Maritime University, where citizens from all parts of the nation either work or study. How can such gory things happen there without some social media fellows flashing it nationally”, they wrote.

 

 

The Forum added; “It is likely that the single protester is unemployed and desperate to earn a few dollars to survive another day. And it is repugnant of him to accept the role for a few dollars. If he was gainfully employed in America, he would not have agreed to participate in such charade.It is not palatable to see a Nigerian so stranded, become a nuisance, and vagrant in a foreign land.It is a show of shame by the lone protester to so disparage Nigeria abroad at the behest of criminals. He should be identified and repatriated for prosecution”.

 

 

According to them, the one man show of shame at the foreground of the United Nations was a weak attempt by Kingsley Kuku, Boyloaf, Shoot-at-Sight, Gbaboyor and Ariyo, and their international backers to blackmail Chief Government Ekpemupolo, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, and Engineer Mele Kyari for disrupting their illegal activities.

 

“From inquiries, the sponsors of the protest had either vied for pipeline surveillance contracts against Tantita or for the headship of the Amnesty Programme against Dr. Otuaro.They are notorious oil bunkerers, mainly from the Ijaw and Itsekiri ethnic nationalities. The hungry Itsekiri lawyer is said to be leading the charge against Tompolo, Mele Kyari and Otuaro, back home. He recently issued statements filled with lies and falsehood.The protest itself was inconsequential because it had no weight nor elicited any reaction, as it was all based on misinformation. Only one misguided individual is seen in the video, and he seemed uninformed on the narrative of the subject matter”, they wrote.

 

 

According to the Forum, the sponsors of the one man show in New York desperately desired the pipeline surveillance contracts as a decoy to continue their notorious business of sabotaging the nation’s economy.

 

They said it was rather unfortunate to note that the sponsors of Tompolo must go down campaign are clearly bereft of fresh ideas, adding that one would have expected some levels of creativity and ingenuity in their evil plot.

 

“They are parading overflogged old stories of Tompolo stockpiling arms and harbouring detention camps in Gbaramatu communities. This is their rhetoric old blackmail. They are dull and unintelligent, otherwise, they would have come up with fresh ideas. The reports of Tompolo stockpiling arms and operating illegal detention camps have been in the public domains for over 2 decades”, they said.

 

Here Is The Full Statement By The Forum Of Concerned Niger Delta Ex-Agitators:

 

 

FORUM OF CONCERNED NIGER DELTA EX-AGITATORS

OKOSUGBENE COMMUNITY, DELTA STATE

 

THE LAST KICK OF A DYING HORSE: OIL THIEVES FUTILE ATTEMPT TO TARNISH TOMPOLO, MELE KYARI AND DENNIS OTUARO BEFORE THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY

 

The syndicate of frustrated international crude oil thieves in the Niger Delta refuses to give up their futile war of attrition.

 

They are fighting back after their local ring leaders – Messrs Kingsley Kuku, Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf and his foot soldier, Jude Gbaboyor as well as Bibopri Ajube, alias Shoot-at-Sight and their latest ally, Robinson Ariyo, a Warri-based obscure Itsekiri legal practitioner, were dislodged and chased out of the region and their illegal business crushed by Tompolo’s Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) and other security outfits.

 

Although their efforts are feeble, akin to a mere storm in a teacup, the truth remains that Tompolo has changed the narrative of oil exploration, with daily records showing rapid increase in production.

 

The local syndicate, being managed by Kingsley Kuku, Chief Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf, his boy, Jude Gbaboyor, Chief Bibopri Ajube, alias Shoot-at-Sight, and Robinson Ariyo, is desperate to tarnish the names and good work of Chief Government Ekpemupolo, aka Tompolo, Engr. Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Nigeria National PetroleumCompany Limited (NNPCL) and Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, for bringing order and sanity to oil prospecting in the Niger Delta.

Dr. Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, is also targeted in the renewed smear campaign, for his commitment to law and order in the Amnesty Office, and for denying disgruntled elements, who had in the past unlawfully accessed the Amnesty Programme funds.

The international criminal oil barons in collaboration with their local supporters in the persons of Kingsley Kuku, Boyloaf, Shoot-at-Sight, Gbaboyor and Ariyo have taken their fight to the gates of the United Nations in New York, attempting to denounce their supposed detractors through propaganda and misinformation.

A recent one-man show protest in New York featured an obscure individual hanging banners with photographs of purported dead youths kidnapped, imprisoned and murdered by Tompolo, whom he also accused of stockpiling arms and ammunition, in Gbaramatu Kingdom in Delta State.

The lone protester urged the international community to prevail on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrest Tompolo and investigate the alleged kidnap, torture, and murder of the youths.

What arrant nonsense is this? Is it possible for such atrocity to be committed in 21st century Nigeria, while the Federal Government looks the other way?

It is absolute humbug.

 

The allegation is not even worth refuting.

Gbaramatu kingdom hosts heavy federal presence, especially the Federal Maritime University, where citizens from all parts of the nation either work or study.

 

How can such gory things happen there without some social media fellows flashing it nationally?

 

It is likely that the single protester is unemployed and desperate to earn a few dollars to survive another day. And it is repugnant of him to accept the role for a few dollars.

 

If he was gainfully employed in America, he would not have agreed to participate in such charade.

 

It is not palatable to see a Nigerian so stranded, become a nuisance, and vagrant in a foreign land.

 

It is a show of shame by the lone protester to so disparage Nigeria abroad at the behest of criminals.

 

He should be identified and repatriated for prosecution.

 

The one man show of shame at the foreground of the United Nations is a weak attempt by Kingsley Kuku, Boyloaf, Shoot-at-Sight, Gbaboyor and Ariyo, and their international backers to blackmail Chief Government Ekpemupolo, Dr. Dennis Otuaro, and Engineer Mele Kyari for disrupting their illegal activities.

 

From inquiries, the sponsors of the protest had either vied for pipeline surveillance contracts against Tantita or for the headship of the Amnesty Programme against Dr. Otuaro.

 

They are notorious oil bunkerers, mainly from the Ijaw and Itsekiri ethnic nationalities.

 

The hungry Itsekiri lawyer is said to be leading the charge against Tompolo, Mele Kyari and Otuaro, back home. He recently issued statements filled with lies and falsehood.

 

The protest itself was inconsequential because it had no weight nor elicited any reaction, as it was all based on misinformation.

 

Only one misguided individual is seen in the video, and he seemed uninformed on the narrative of the subject matter.

 

The sponsors of the one man show in New York desperately desired the pipeline surveillance contracts as a decoy to continue their notorious business of sabotaging the nation’s economy.

 

It’s unfortunate to note that the sponsors of Tompolo must go down campaign are clearly bereft of fresh ideas. One would have expected some levels of creativity and ingenuity in their evil plot. They are parading overflogged old stories of Tompolo stockpiling arms and harbouring detention camps in Gbaramatu communities. This is their rhetoric old blackmail. They are dull and unintelligent, otherwise, they would have come up with fresh ideas. The reports of Tompolo stockpiling arms and operating illegal detention camps have been in the public domains for over 2 decades.

 

Only recently, the Itsekiri lawyer raised the same frivolous alarm in his open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which was roundly dumped by responsible Nigerian media for containing reckless and unsubstantiated innuendos.

 

Only criminals portray Tompolo in a bad light to justify their bad intentions.

 

To the reasonable and right thinking Nigerians, Tompolo is a patriot, genuinely committed to the general wellbeing of the nation. The same Tompolo has been honoured and celebrated by various media houses and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the umbrella body of practising journalists in the country.

 

The leadership of NUJ, led by Dr. Chris Isiguzo, visited Gbaramatu Kingdom a number of times. In fact, Gbaramatu Kingdom can be regarded as a second home to many local and international media practitioners. No one has reported the existence of a detention camp and illegal armoury being operated by Tompolo. Not even the vibrant social media that can not be caged.

 

Just last month, the national leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) led by its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, visited Tompolo, in Oporoza. Osigwe heaped praises and accolades on the Niger Delta leader for his contributions to national security and the nation’s journey towards economic prosperity.

 

Contrary to the wrong narratives being peddled by mischief makers, Tantita’s job is a unifying factor in the Niger Delta, with citizens of the various ethnic nationalities serving as sub-contractors while thousands others work directly with Tantita. Tantita neither discriminate nor harbour hatred against any ethnic nationality.

 

Only the criminals and the guilty are afraid of Tompolo.

 

They are simply intimidated by his rising profiles. They are afraid of their own shadows.

 

Tompolo is a friend to law abiding citizen.

 

He plays host to the high and low of the society. His doors are wide open. He has nothing to hide. He is open to public scrutiny.

 

Let it be known that even if the international oil thieves, local collaborators and hirelings turned the New York Headquarters in New York to their permanent abode or embark on unending daily protests at White House and Downing Street, the war against crude oil bunkering would be sustained.

 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mele Kyari, Tompolo and Dennis Otuaro would not succumb to blackmail to either retreat or surrender. No one will be allowed to undermine the national security and truncate the nation’s economy.

 

 

Only the wicked and evil criminals that would cast aspersions on Mele Kyari, Tompolo and Dennis Otuaro, who are infused by patriotic zeal to help President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to restore the country on the path of sustainable development.

 

Despite this, it is essential to bring the issue to public scrutiny, and set the record straight, to expose the futile attempt to discredit Tompolo, Otuaro, and Kyari.

 

For the benefit of the general public, Dr. Otuaro’s management of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, has been instrumental in the reduction of oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta. He has ensured that only documented former agitators benefit from the programme.

 

Hence, oil thieves have had difficulties recruiting ex-agitators as helpers.

 

The oversea oil thieves and their local collaborators – Messrs Kingsley Kuku, Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf, his errand boy, Jude Gbaboyor, Bibopri Ajube, also known as Shoot-at-Sight and Robinson Ariyo, are fighting because their illicit trade has been disrupted.

 

Despite their efforts, Tompolo, Otuaro, and Kyari remain committed to the responsibility of fighting off criminals in the nation’s waterways, who sabotage the major source of foreign exchange earning for the country.

 

The war against crude oil theft will continue, and those involved will be brought to justice.

 

The current administration, under the leadership of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu and Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, have expressed confidence in the good works of Tompolo, Otuaro, Dennis Otuaro and Kyari, and will not be swayed by the blackmail.

 

The achievements of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited and other security agencies in the war against crude oil theft are impressive.

Crude production has risen over 2 million barrels per day and the environment is undergoing remediation.

 

To demonstrate that the recent success recorded in the war against crude oil theft was not a fluke, the management of NAPIMS, a strategic business unit of NNPCL, recently celebrated the feat by honouring its personnel for their contributions.

 

Elated Bala Wunti, then NAPIMS

‘s General Manager said

29% growth in production was recorded within 4 months, adding that the feat was “unprecedented anywhere in the world, and NUIMS contributed a staggering 80% to the reported 1.888 MBOPD.”

 

“This is not just merely a milestone but a declaration of what is possible when vision, determination and network converge,”Wunti added.

 

The international community, especially the UN, must ignore the featured charade, propaganda and misinformation being spread by the despicable oil thieves and their backers.

 

It is time for Kingsley Kuku; Chief Ebokabowei Victor-Ben, alias Boyloaf; his servant, Jude Gbaboyor; Chief Bibopri Ajube, alias Shoot-at-Sight and the failed lawyer, Robinson Ariyo, to seek legitimate means of earning a living, as the days of illegal oil bunkering are over.

 

The law will catch up with them, and they will be held accountable for their actions.

 

Tantita and other security agencies will continue to sustain the heat against oil thieves, ensuring that national security and the

economy are protected.

 

SIGNED:

 

(1) CHIEF (GEN.) OTEGHA AYEBI (THE LAST DON)

 

(2) GEN. BENJAMIN EKEREMOR (THE OPU ABADI)

 

(3) GEN. ADOWEI BINAEBI

Let’s Retire Greedy, Corrupt Politicians- Aliyu Bin Abbas

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In continuation of the National Youth Alliance’s grassroot consultations, the National Chairman and Youth President of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas and his team had a strategic meeting with Audun Mallam, a notable business tycoon, philanthropist, youth mobilizer and political mentor to young politicians in Katsina State.

The whole idea is to galvanize Nigerians from all works of life to unite, irrespective of ethnicity, tribe, religion and political affiliation, to remove this structure of criminality that has framed the Nigerian system and those who erected it. 2027 is the set time for Nigerians to take back our country.

No Nigerian is more Nigerian than any Nigerian. The oppressors we see today are not the owners of Nigeria.

Let every Nigerian rise up to retire these greedy, selfish and wicked politicians. No one else will do this for us. The youths and women are in the forefront of this great national task.

#IAmANigerian

NYA…

Birthing A New Nigeria…

 

Celebrations As Egbetokun Commissions DPQ, ICT-DATA Centre In Edo Community

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…IGP hails donors- Ogbona Youth Forum, Peter Dunia

The Ogbona community in Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State, on Saturday, handed over a new divisional police headquarters and an ICT-DATA Centre, built by the community to the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun.

Also presented to the IGP by the community to aid effective policing and crime prevention mechanisms, were a patrol vehicle and four motorcycles.

The community handed over the PDQ, ICT-DATA Centre, a patrol vehicle and four motorcycles to the police authorities shortly after their inauguration by the police boss.

The facilities were built and provided by Ogbona Youth Forum (OYF) in collaboration with a notable leader of the area and a major player in the nation’s oil and gas sector, Mr. Peter Omoh Dunia, popularly known as Peter Black.

The DPQ and the ICT-DATA Centre were fully furnished with modern state-of-the art facilities to enable the policemen operating in Ogbona and its environs to perform their jobs optimally and satisfactorily.

The facilities were made up of 10 standard offices, including a fully equipped modern office of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), two standard cell rooms for male and female with modern convenience facilities, a well secured armoury, a power room housing equipments for the ICT and solar system, 30 KVA solar system for round the clock power supply, borehole to provide water and ICT security control centre with six work stations and monitoring screens with Internet controlled drones of about 30 kilometres radius, which would function round the clock to effectively secure Ogbona and its environs in checkmating kidnapping and other criminal activities.

The operational vehicle and motorcycles were meant for patrols and rapid response purposes.

It was gathered that the community would be responsible for the employment and payment of salaries of the two technicians for the interim management of the ICT-DATA Centre.

An elated Secretary of OYF, Mr. Christopher Itsuokor, said the “ICT-DATA Centre would “also serve as an ICT security control training institute for the Nigerian Police and other security agencies.”

In his remarks, Egbetokun thanked OYF and Peter Dunia, for donating the facilities to the police.

He called for sustained collaboration with the police by the various communities across the country in the ongoing security and peace-building efforts, adding that it was urgently needed to positively tackle the security challenges facing the nation.

Egbetokun, who was represented by the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 5 Benin, AIG Arungwa Nwaziue,described the Ogbona event as “epoch making.”

He added, “We are living in a modern world and high-tech policing is inevitable these days. This plays pivotal role in tracking and monitoring of people that have criminal intentions.

“We (Police) cannot be everywhere at the same time hence, we need the public sustained support. Policing is everybody’s business and communal efforts in this regard will not go in vain.”

In his address at the event, Dunia, the Executive Director of Inter-Atlas Synergy Ltd., a Niger Delta based oil and gas industrial security and project management company, urged the Nigeria Police to embrace Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in their security surveillance and other anti-crime operations to meet the challenges of the modern day community policing.

Dunia emphasised the imperative of Public Private Partnership (PPP) to ensure the success of the ongoing campaign against insecurity in the country and to effectively combat crimes and criminalities at the local level.

He said, “The decision to embark on this project was borne out of a deep conviction: the belief that security is the bedrock of development. Without peace and safety, no society can strive, business cannot flourish and families cannot prosper.”

“For too long, our community has grappled with the challenges of inadequate security Infrastructure and so we felt compelled to act in a way that would bring lasting change.”

“To us, the new Divisional Police Station is not just a building, it is a symbol of hope, unity and progress. It’s equipped with modern facilities that will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our police force in safeguarding lives and property. I am confident that it will serve as a beacon of security not just for Ogbona but for neighbouring communities as well.”

Also, in his speech, the National President of OYF, Mr. Paulinus Eleta said the facilities would help to achieve a better secured environment within the Edo North, especially in this era of kidnapping and other security threatening issues.

Highlight of the ceremony was fund-raising ceremony for the next project of OYF- building of a skill acquisition centre.

Eleta said the centre would afford the indigenes and settlers in the area the opportunity to develop skills for sustainable living.

Dunia and coterie of friends contributed handsomely towards the take off of the new Initiative.

Gov Oborevwori’s Son Weds: A Celebration of Love and Politics – Dr Latimore

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…Says President Tinubu’s encomium to Delta Governor heartwarming, well deserved

Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, has said that governor Sheriff Oborevwori, is not only building mega flyovers, highways and pedestrian bridges across the state, but also building solid and enduring interpersonal relationships across political divide.

Dr Oghenesivbe made the assertion on Saturday in Asaba, while speaking to newsmen at the wedding reception of governor Oborevwori’s son, Mr Clinton Oborevwori, saying that good and progressive politics is about networking, developing and sustaining relationships devoid of bitterness, unwarranted media attacks and selfish personal ambition.

The Bureau Chief noted that governor Oborevwori’s well grounded local and national politics truly resonates with the people, judging from the array of partisan and nonpartisan high profile dignitaries at the son’s wedding, wherein President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, described him as a political bridge builder, a Pan Deltan, a highly detribalized politician and a visionary leader.

Dr Oghenesivbe told newsmen that President Tinubu’s encomium to Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori is heartwarming and well deserved, adding that the assemblage of personalities, especially state governors across political divide that graced Clinton Oborevwori’s wedding clearly revealed that the governor is focused on Advancing Delta, not only through solid infrastructure and socioeconomic development, but by building healthy relationships that would continue to benefit the state and citizens, as well as FasTrack economic growth beyond 2027.

He asserted that President Tinubu’s kind words concerning the mesmerizing personality, pedigree and integrity of governor Oborevwori, describing him as a bridge builder, a Pan Deltan, a detribalized leader, and a governor for all Deltans gladdens our hearts.

“Good and progressive politics is about networking, developing and sustaining relationships that would consistently drive socioeconomic and infrastructural development, and this is exactly what governor Oborevwori has been doing since he took over the mantle of leadership on May 29, 2023.

“As Communication and Media Aides to governor Oborevwori, it is our duty to tailor our messages and media engagements to align with the governor’s vision, mission and political ideology. This is very important. Peace and development Journalism cannot be overemphasized.

“We must never burn bridges strategically built across political divide by governor Oborevwori. uncoordinated and divisive media attacks that will not add value to the MORE Agenda of the governor, must of a necessity be avoided.

“The governor’s address during the just concluded 5th edition of Delta State Communication Workshop, with the Theme, Advancing Delta: Strategies for Public Communication and Effective Media Engagement cleared outlined the state policy direction on Communication and Media management. We must not deviate from the governor’s overall objective as government Spokespersons or media aides,” Oghenesivbe said.

Dr Oghenesivbe Congratulated the newly wedded couple, Clinton and Knowledge Oborevwori, admonishing them to emulate their parents, Governor Oborevwori and First Lady Tobore Oborevwori, who endured and survived all odds to be together as two hearts that beat as one.

“I congratulate Mr and Mrs Clinton Oborevwori on this auspicious day of their wedding. I advise them never to shift focus from Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our Faith.

“Jesus holds the master key and the sweet wine of marriage. Clinton and Knowledge Oborevwori, must continue to spice their conjugal union with prayers, unconditional love for one another, and above all, fear God always and serve Him with their time, talent and substance.

“I pray that God Almighty continue to bless their union, be fruitful, multiply and be a blessing to their parents, our state and nation, as well as be global citizens, in Jesus Name, Amen,” Oghenesivbe prayed.

The marriage ceremony was attended by Chairman of Nigerian Governors Forum, Alhaji AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, Governors of Adamawa, Ahmadu Fintiri; Agbu Kefas of Taraba, Douye Diri of Bayelsa; Sim Fubara, (Rivers); Dapo Abiodun (Ogun); Caleb Muftwang, (Plateau); Dapo Oyebanji, (Ekiti); Usman Ododo, (Kogi); Senator Hope Uzodinma, (Imo); Wife of Oyo State Governor, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde; Wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs Cecilia Otti, Wife of Sokoto State Governor, Fatima Aliyu and her Yobe State counterpart, Mrs Mai Mala Buni.

Others are; Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Deputy Governor of Bauchi, Mohammed Jatau; his Enugu and Anambra counterparts, Ifeanyi Ossai and Dr Onyeka Ibezim, former Governor of the State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and his wife, Edith, National Chairman of PDP Amb. Umar Damagun, Representative of Senate President, Senator Joel-Onowhakpo Thomas, Minister of State for Petroleum, Senator Heinekens Lokpobiri, former President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki, Chief of Defense Staff, General Christopher Musa, and Mr Julius Rone of UTM Oil and Gas, members of National Assembly, members of the Delta State House of Assembly, Commissioners, other top government functionaries and captains of industries.

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