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Former Kano State Governor Endorses National Youth Alliance

…Birthing A New Nigeria, a reality- Aliyu Bin Abbas

The former Minister of Education, a two term Governor of Kano State, and former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Ibrahim Shekarau has endorsed the National Youth Alliance (NYA) as the pertinent and timely initiative for Nigerian youths.

This was made known during a close door meeting with the leadership of the National Youth Alliance (NYA) ably led by Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas with the national leader of the League of Northern Democrats, His Excellency Ibrahim Shekarau, in Katsina State.

He said that there is an urgent need to sack the clueless APC- led administration and work assiduously towards the actualization of the vision of New Nigeria, where young, competent, detribalized and God fearing leaders will take over power come 2027.

Amb. Aliyu Bin Abbas expressed his readiness to champion the nationalistic assignment of mobilizing Nigerian youths and women for the historic power play, where the powers of the masses will outweigh and subdue the powers of our oppressors come 2027, by the help of God Almighty.

 

Abbas said he will galvanize the strength and goodwill of Nigerian youths and women starting from the north, to the length and breath of this country.

He frowned at how Nigerian youths and women which makes up 85 percent of the country’s active voting population are the uncelebrated power brokers in Nigerian politics.

He said it was an opportunity to retire all the old and corrupt politicians and produce young, competent and God fearing leaders at all levels of government.

Abass said year 2027 was the appointed time.

Highlight of the meeting CCt was a moment of exchanging ideas and strategizing ahead of 2027.

Ejinyere Pallies With His Women Socio-Political/ Prayer Group At Orerokpe

…Charges members to support Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s More Agenda ahead of 202

By the Media Unit of Godwin Ejinyere Political Train

As part of activities to mark the Yuletide, the Director General of Warri, Uvwie and Environs Special Area Devt Agency, WUEDA, Hon. Prince Godwin Ejinyere hosted his PDP women group known as Godwin Eguriase Ejinyere Socio-political and Prayer Group at his Orerokpe Country Home this week.

The group made up of PDP women from diverse ethnic groups resident in Orerokpe, was led on the annual visit by Mrs. Omasan Omabitieyin as their own way of showing appreciation for what Prince Ejinyere had done for them.

The socio-political and prayer group which holds its meeting every Friday, pledged their support for Hon. Ejinyere’s political movement for Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s second tenure, following the good works of the Governor since he assumed office.

The women prayed for Okakuro Godwin Ejinyere, who is also the Duke of Orerokpe Dukedom, to succeed in all his endeavors, especially as the DG of WUEDA. They also promised to work towards ensuring the victory of the PDP in the 2027 general elections.

Responding, Prince Ejinyere charged the women to be good ambassadors of the group by being virtuous wives and mothers to their husbands and children respectively.

He urged them to help propagate the political ideology which he represents as active members of the PDP. He charged them to win converts for the PDP for their future good; asking them to “focus on real politicking as against gossiping, as the task ahead is enormous,” adding that “the way forward is forward.”

The Ejinyere all-PDP women group dinned and wined together with Hon. Ejinyere and his family, as one political family, after which he gave them gift items including

rice, vegetable oil, salt and cash amounts. Last year, Hon. Prince Ejinyere distributed wrappers to each member of the women group.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DELCOM 2024: Bayagbon Calls for Ethical Journalism, As Delta Communication Workshop Ends

…Emu, Bayoko, Gbe commend Oborevwori’s human capacity development initiative

By Austin Ogwuda / Jumai Mohammed

The Former Editor of Vanguard Newspaper and Publisher of The NewsGuru online newspaper, Mr. Mideno Bayagbon, has urged media practitioners to reevaluate and transform their approach to journalism ethics to foster unity and understanding.

Mr. Bayagbon, who Spoke on Thursday at the closing ceremony of the 5th edition of the Delta State Communication Workshop with the Theme, Advancing Delta: Strategies for Public Communication and Effective Media Engagement, emphasized the critical role of the media in shaping societal narratives.

He urged journalists to adopt a mindset that prioritizes building bridges and promoting the achievement of the State Government.

“Those of you who are Media Aides of the governor of Delta State, the first thing is to read up. You need to read, you need to acquaint yourself with what the government is doing, tell the public what government has done or doing. You can also tell the story through video.

“In doing that you must be very careful, because when politics comes you must be careful what you write because if you defame anyone even the governor you are trying to defend might not be there when it gets to Court.

“In this profession there are laws and you are expected to abide by them”.

Midemo also advised Delcom participants and Journalists in general, to make deliberate efforts towards personal development through knowledge acquisition such as this particular workshop has provided, as well as, other formal and informal education from time to time in order to meet up with the digital revolution in communication.

He equally told the participants to build and cultivate friendships as it will pay off eventually when the need arises in the discharge of their duties involving the public.

“Journalism is more than just reporting facts; it is about creating connections, fostering understanding, and upholding ethical standards that inspire trust and unity,” Mr. Bayagbon stated.

In his remarks, the State Head of Service, Mr. Reginald Bayoko, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Directorate of Political and Security Services, DPSS.Chucks Aguonye commended the facilitators, renowned experts in their fields, for enriching media practitioners with their wealth of knowledge and practical experience. Their contributions, he said have inspired, motivated, and empowered them to become more effective communicators, equipped to drive positive change in their respective spheres of influence.

‘’The art of communication is the language of leadership, I charge you to leverage on your newfound knowledge and skills to foster effective media engagements that showcase the remarkable achievements of our government.

While applauding the State Government for their commitment in promoting the skills of journalism, he appealed to media practitioners to be the bridge between the government and the people, to bring feedback that will inform our decision-making processes, and to work together to Advance Delta State and create a brighter future for all.

Similarly, the Chief Economist Adviser to the Governor of Delta State, Dr. Barry Gbe applauded the state government for making the training available as he appealed to participants to deploy the skills gained from the workshop to enhance public communication and media engagement, and to improve their career.

Earlier in his closing remarks, the Secretary to the State Governor, Dr. Kingsley Emu, who was represented by the Commissioner for Transport, Mr. Onoriode Agofure said the workshop has become a significant platform for training and capacity-building among media professionals, focused on equipping journalists and media aides to the Governor with the necessary skills and tools to navigate the evolving challenges of the media landscape.

Dr. Emu urged participants to ensure that the 3 days training was well utilized and should be used as tools in reporting the activities of the Government, while commending the Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, and State Facilitator of DELCOM, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, for is dedication to duty, resilient and loyalty to the Governor.

Participants praised the State government and the facilitator for their efforts in ensuring that journalists in the state and beyond, are well equipped with modern day tools to ensure that government policies and programmes, as well as Achievements of the governor well projected and fully understood.

Be More Committed To Training Of Your Children- Dcns. Tobore Oborevwori Tells Parents

…As She Marks End of Year Party With Children

The wife to the Delta State governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori has advised to parents especially mothers, not to distance themselves from parenting their children.

Deaconess Oborevwori gave the advise during the end of the year party for children in the state at the government house in Asaba.

She urged them to give attention to their children and not allow their tight schedules interfere with the upbringing of their children.

Her Excellency enjoined them to groom their children in the way of the Lord by doing the right things and also take care of them, as they were the gifts from God.

While speaking to the children she advised them to always follow the way of Christ and focus on their studies as education is the key to success.

In the same vein, the wife of the Deputy Governor, Ezinne Mrs Catherine Oyeme, enjoined the children and their parents to allow the joy of Christ shine on them as they celebrate Christmas.

Ezinne Catherine advised parents to inspire their children with the timeless of faith, compassion and generosity.

Speaking, the Special Assistant on Special Duties to her Excellency, Mrs Nkechi Onianwa, charged everyone to always love, irrespective of their tribes, religion, and social status.

“We are gathered to celebrate Jesus, so we should love everyone regardless of their religion, showing love to pagans can bring them to Christ, she said”.

While charging them to give their lives to Christ, she said Christmas cannot be without having Christ as He is the author and finisher of their faith.

Speaking on behalf of the guests, the wife of the Chairman of Aniocha South, Mrs Emmanuella Chukwuweike commended her Excellency, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori for the good and excellent works she was doing for the good people of Delta State especially for women.

Celebrations as Ogbonna Youth Forum, Peter Dunia Build Multi-million naira DPHQ, ICT-Data Centre for Ogbona Community

… To Be Inaugurated Tomorrow, December 21st By IGP

All is now set for the inauguration of the new Divisional Police Headquarters and ICT-Data Centre, by the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, in Ogbona community, in Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State, tomorrow, Saturday, December 21.

The ulta-modern DPHQ and ICT-Data Centre were built by Ogbona Youth Forum (OYF) in collaboration with a frontline indigene of the community and an accomplished oil and gas magnate, Mr. Peter Omoh Dunia, alias Peter Black.

The ultra-modern DPHQ and fully equipped ICT-Data Centre were ready for inauguration by Egbetokun, as at the time newsmen visited the areas on Friday.

Also expected at the ceremony are the Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, top functionaries of the Federal and Edo State Government as well as top brass of the various security agencies and leaders and traditional rulers of the various communities in Etsakoland.

Findings revealed that the task of building a divisional police headquarters in Ogbona, was initiated by OYF before Peter Dunia joined forces with his kinsmen to accomplish the target.

With the involvement of Peter Dunia, the scope of the community interventionist project was expanded to include an ultra-modern ICT-Data Centre.

The DPHQ was kitted with modern furniture and round the clock power supply. An effective close circuit camera has also been installed to monitor movement around the police station.

The ICT-Data Centre, is being manned by experts who would train the police personnel in the areas in the management of the facility.

It was learnt that the ICT-DATA Centre was designed to process and manage information on crime, especially in eliminating crimes and tracking down criminals in Ogbona Police division and its environs.

The facility Is also expected to serve as data bank to the police and other security agencies operating in Ogbona and its environs.

Journalists who were conducted round the facilities by Peter Dunia, in commpay of leaders of OYF, on Friday ahead of Saturday’s opening ceremony, were satisfied about the state-of the-art edifice.

The edifice was a cyncosure of all eyes as indigenes of Ogbona and neighbouring communities, besieged the scene.

The indigenes expressed happiness over the gesture, which they said would go a long way to bring crime to zero level in the area.

They hailed the leadership of OYF and Peter Dunia for the gesture.

Finishing touches were being put on the DPHQ and the ICT-Data Centre in readiness for tomorrow’s opening ceremony by the IGP.

The policemen attached to Ogbona DPHQ wore colourful uniforms.

They were in top spirit as they anxiously awaited their superiors led by Egbetokun from the Police Headquarters in Abuja and Edo State Police Command

Build Good Relationship With Your Customers, Tobore Oborevwori Charges Market Women

The wife of the Delta State governor and founder You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori has charged market women in the state to be intentional in their businesses

Oborevwori gave the charge during the end of year get together of wives of traditional rulers and market women traders at government house in Asaba, Delta State.

She urged them to build a cordial relationship with their customers, so as to be able to expand their business frontiers.

The founder of You Matter Charity Foundation, will commending them for the vital roles they played in Oborevwori-led administration, assured them of maintaining the synergy her office already have with them.

She appreciated the coordinator of the Market Women Association in the state, Mrs. Kate Onah for her leadership prowess and for carefully selecting the beneficiaries from all the markets across the state.

According to the first lady of the state, her office had reached out to one thousand petty traders in the state because of the value they place in the Oborevwori-led administration.

Deaconess Oborevwori appreciated the queens for being at the part of the occasion, adding that their presence had added colour to the event.

In her words the wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Catherine Onyeme lauded the initiative of Deaconess Tobore, describing her as a woman of great vision and purpose, whose passion for bridging the gap between government and women is truly inspiring.

Onyeme added that her Excellency firmly believes in empowering women and ensuring that their voices were not only heard but also reflected in decisions that shape their communities.

While thanking them for honoring her Excellency’s invitation, she said that their presence was a clear reflection of the trust and confidence they have in her leadership and genuine concern for their growth and success.

The wife of the Deputy Governor, urged them to reflect on the achievements of the past year, remain steadfast in their efforts and contributions to the growth of our state, adding that they were the backbone of the economy, hence the recognition for their hard work and determination.

She prayed to God to bless the work of their hands and grant them abundant joy, peace, and prosperity in the yuletide and the coming year.

On his part, the Commissioner of trade and investment, Hon. Samuel Oligida enlightened the women on how to grow their businesses and not being indebted for the sake of their businesses.

The Special Adviser to the governor on Women Development, Mrs Eunice Ayira, thanked the governor’s wife for her tireless love for the women.

Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu Empowers Over 250 Beneficiaries In An Epic PDP Yuletide Event

In a historic and well organised people oriented empowerment programme which held at the Indoor Sports hall of the Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba, Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu who is the PDP Oshimili South LGA Chairman, demonstrated leadership with style and passion as he empowered well over 250 PDP faithful and residents cut across the communities which make up Oshimili South Local Government irrespective of political affiliation.

It all started as a rumour that the LGA party Chairman intended to put a smile on the faces of residents of Oshimili South LGA but with time, it became a reality to the surprise of many.

Though some observers and residents said they were not surprised as Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu had been benevolent in nature for many years before now.

From interviews granted to youths and the elderly who were in attendance, there is a general belief that the People’s Democratic Party got it right by entrusting Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu with the position of party Chairman. In their words, ‘ He is the man for the job.

Beneficiaries from both male and female youths to the elderly, community groups, physically challenged and religious associations cut across the entire Local Government, cash gifts of twenty thousand naira and above was given to each beneficiary by Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu to cushion the effects of the harsh economic situation of things and have a reason to smile during the yuletide season.

During the party Chairman’s remarks, he emphasized on the need to support the administration of the Executive Governor of Delta State in the person of Rt Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori as he remains the sole candidate of the People’s Democratic Party for the Gubernatorial election in Delta State come 2027 by the grace of God.

Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu also took time to thank the immediate past Governor of Delta State, Senator Doctor Ifeanyi Okowa for raising the standards of governance during his time as Governor of the State and being an ever present role model for the future generation to emulate for a better tomorrow.


The beneficiaries showered praises and prayed for Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu as their hearts were filled with joy and fulfilment,saying they have never had it this good all through their years of supporting the People’s Democratic Party. Many beneficiaries and those in attendance promised to ensure victory for PDP in future elections as they left the venue with huge smiles on their faces.

Notable figures in attendance where : The Christian Association of Nigeria Oshimili South chapter, Muslim groups, traditional groups comprising of both male and female youths/Chiefs, Oshimili South physically challenged groups, Non indigenous groups, PDP faithful cut across the various wards in Oshimili South LGA, Chief Edwin Uzor, Chief Barrister Theodora Giwa-Amu, Dr. Mordi Ononye, Hon. Barrister Bridget Anyafulu, Chief Dr. Darlington Ijeh, Chief Chibuzor Uwaje, Lady Kanwulia Omoko, Honourable Pastor Greatman Chukwuka, Ogbueshi Smart Meka, Honourable Izuka Okolo, Barrister Ikechukwu Maduemezia, Chief pChinedu Obodo, Honourable Chinye Uso, Obi Ibonye amongst other top political appointees and party stalwarts amongst others within Oshimili South LGA.

~ Oshimili South Media Support Group ~

Nwaobi Receives Issele-Uku Youth’s Merit Award

The Chairman, Nigeria Majority Leaders’ Forum, Majority Leader of Delta State House of Assembly and Member representing Aniocha North Constituency, Hon. Engr. Emeka Emmanuel Nwaobi Ph.D has received a meritorious award of the Issele-Uku Progressive Youth Association (IPYA), Asaba Branch on Wednesday 18th December, 2024, at his office in Asaba.

The award was presented to him by the Executive members led by the President, Pastor Engr. Emmanuel Ebegbuzie on behalf of the Association.

According to them, the award is in recognition of the lawmaker’s meritorious achievements in life and career, as well as his impeccable contributions to the growth of youths and community development.

They acknowledged some of the life changing people oriented projects of the Majority Leader in Issele-Uku and other parts of the local government area, insisting that he has adequately represented the people of Aniocha North Constituency in more progressive ways than imagined.

In his response, the Majority Leader appreciated the youth leaders for finding him worthy of such a prized award, maintaining that this gesture serves as a moral boost to spur him to do more, as the saying goes that “to whom much is given, much is expected”.

He assured that going forward, the entire Aniocha North Constituency would feel the impact of the MORE Agenda given the efforts he had silently made through Legislative lobbying and representation.

Abaniwonda Underscores Delta Police Command’s Achievements In Crime Fighting

Delta State Commissioner Of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi psc, has accounted the achievement of the state command in fighting crime.

Abaniwonda disclosed this while briefing Journalists on his scorecard since his assumption of duty as the 22nd Commissioner in the state, at the police Headquarter in Asaba.

Highlighting his achievements,  he said the Command  have engaged suspected kidnappers, recovers one AK-47 rifle, two pump action guns, ammunition and cartridges; arrest of suspected armed robbers. recovery of one beretta pistol, one double barrel gun, one locally made cut-to-size gun; arrest of a murder suspect/ritualist; arrest of two suspected robbers; arrest of a murder suspect; arrest of a rape  suspect; arrest of a defilement suspect; arrest of a defilement suspect and the arrest of suspects who stole one luxurious bus belonging to young shall grow.

He added that a total of 48 kidnapped victims had been rescued, 27 vehicles recovered and 678 suspects arrested under his watch.

All of these rescue operation, he said took place at different locations across the state.

He said despite the challenges, the police have been able to restore peace to the state with the support of other security agencies, stakeholders and the good people of the state.

The Commissioner of Police called on parents to look out for their male children as much as they do to their female children, adding that with the males and mostly youths occupying 85 percent of suspects arrested within the period under review, it was obvious that parenting the male child was in decline.

Abaniwanda advised them to continue to talk to their children to shun all forms of cult-related activities, drug abuse, and other criminal vices.

He said the ban on tinted vehicles and the use of fireworks in the state was still in force to help checkmate the activities of criminal elements who may want to take advantage of it.

While advising Deltans to be law-abiding, he urged them to abide by the directives as anyone found wanting will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly.

He admonished them to report any suspicious persons or movement within the environment either by reporting at the nearest Police station or call any of the following control room numbers

–           08036684974

–           08114895600

–           08025666914

250 Delta State Elderly Citizens Benefit From Renewed Hope Initiative, As Governor Gifts Beneficiaries 50kg Bag of Rice

In a bid to ameliorate the plight of vulnerable persons in Delta State, the wife of the President of the country, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has provided financial assistance to 250 aged citizens

Presenting the gesture, during the second edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Social Investment Support Program at the government house in Asaba she said the support of two hundred and fifty elderly citizens in Delta State with the sum of two hundred thousand naira each the program was designed to alleviate the suffering of elderly citizens of age sixty five and above adding that it was being carried out across the thirty six states of the federation.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu who was represented by the wife of the state Governor and Founder of You Matter Charity Foundation, Dearconess Tobore Oborevwori said in putting more smiles on the faces of the elderly during the festive season, the governing Board of Renewed Hope Initiative felt it right to increase the grant to two hundred thousand naira as against the initial one hundred thousand naira beneficiaries got last year.

The wife of the state Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori represented by the wife of the Deputy governor’s wife, Lady Catherine Onyeme, commended the First Lady of Nigeria for the kind gesture, saying the theme of the program, Total Wellness: Happy, Healthy and prosperous Lifestyle was apt considering the present state of the economy.

The State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori in his usual magnanimity supported the beneficiaries of the Senator Tinubu’s initiative with two hundred and fifty bags of 50kg rice.

The program which has beneficiaries from across the state’s twenty five local government areas, featured health talk, medical check-up, treatment as well as dispensation of drugs.

Highlight of the program was the distribution of the two hundred thousand naira cash and 50KG bag of rice to each beneficiary.

Some of the beneficiaries could not hide their joy as they expressed satisfaction for the gesture and prayed God to bless the country and Delta State.

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