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Ned Nwoko Pays Homage To Asagba of Asaba

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…As Advanced Team Visit Asagba of Asaba

A delegation of Senator Ned Nwoko Senatorial team was at the palace of the Asagba of Asaba ,HRM Obi Professor Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge ( SAN) in a colourful reverence ,Sunday after his historic coronation as the 14th Asagba of Asaba

Paying profuse Obeisance before the Asagba on behalf of the Senator representing Delta North at the National Assembly, Ogbueshi Godfrey Odogwu informed the Royal father that the delegation came as an advance party ahead of the imminent homage of distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko.

Also speaking,Delta North Elder, Chief Emmanuel Eboh flanked by Head, Senator Nwoko senatorial office Asaba, High Chief Eze-Ugo Asibelua and media veteran Comrade Norbert Chiazor, eulogized the iconic status of the matchless Colossus who embraced the most glorious of royalty from a towering academic height.

From the Pantheon of monarchy, the blessings of the Asagba rained and was savoured profound.

Long reign the Professor-king!

Residents Lament Over Bad Road, Epileptic Power Supply In Delta

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Some residents of Douglas Abuloje road, off community road extension in Amukpe, Sapele, the administrative headquarter of Sapele local government area of Delta State have sent a save-our-soul message to the Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori-led government over the deplorable condition of the road in the area for 13 whole years without any hope at sight.

The residents also urged the government to look into the epileptic power supply which had left the area in total blackout for over 13 years.

The road links to several parts of Sapele including Shell Road, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Road, Seplate among others.

Due to the dilapidated State of the road, it leads to heavy flooding, thereby making tenants and landlords unable to access their houses and compounds.

Also very worrisome about the bad nature of the road, car owners park their vehicles on the constructed portion of the road, far away from their houses and residential homes.

Whenever it rains, it renders residents handicap as their children are unable to attend school, business owners are unable to come to work.

Some residents said floodwaters have overtaken their houses, as they cannot do anything apart from staying to save their property from destruction.

The road, named Douglas Abuloje road, off Community Road, has left residents with untold hardship, nightmires, frustration as it lacks drainages that could help flood water to flow out with ease.

Despite several letters written by the residents, the government has continued to pay deaf ears to the plights of these law abiding citizens whose only sins are to Deltans or other residents who bought and developed their lands.

Landlords are the worst hit, as their tenants have abandoned their houses for safer and better environments following the unprecedented suffering experienced each day that passes by.

During the raining season, the handful of residents who still manage to occupy the houses including their landlords swims to their houses.

Residents suffers double tragedy to access their houses and live comfortably following the acute darkness that bedevilled the area.

One of the landlords, Eze Peter Olise, from Enugu State, disclosed that they have been suffering from the menace for years.

“The road is constructed to Power Line to this point, they then crossed and continued from Shell Road axis. We don’t know what happened, we are pleading with the State government to come to our aid as we will not be swimming water daily into our houses.

“I learnt that some people, even flood water have entered into their compounds and houses as there is no road into the area. Some tenants are relocating from the area.

“Anywhere there is no development, it means witches are occupying the place. We are pleading with the State government to help us to construct the road for us.

“It is not a long kilometer of road that cannot be constructed. We are still voting for them and we are contributing our quota for the government to continue to build infrastructure for the people.

“That is why we are voting for them. The way they constructed the road halfway, road construction is not done that way.

“Even if it is sand, they should pour on the road to make it passable. Vehicles or motorcycles cannot ply the road, apart from trekking it. Every raining season, this is how we suffer it”, he wept.

Some housewives who sooke disclosed that they have fallen off from motorbike with their children on their backs severally particularly when coming back from the market and sometimes returning after filling their gas cylinders.

One said she has fallen for about five times while on bike while another said she fell with her gas cylinder on her head and her baby on her back.

They called on the Oborevwori government to come to their rescue even as they pay security fees in an area not secured due to the bad road and constant epileptic power supply.

Credit: ReeoTv with additional report

Let’s Return To The Values That Binds Us, Ejiofor Charges Ubulu Uku Indigenes

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The Onishe of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom, Chief Emma Ejiofor has charged the people of Ubulu Uku to return to the values that define their unity as a community.

Ejiofor gave the charge during the new yam festival in Ubulu Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.

He urged them to return to what makes them to be called Ubulu and embrace the peace, unity, and justice which is the hallmark of our Christendom, traditional law, and everything that is created towards our consciences.

Speaking on the historical and spiritual significance of the Iwu Isho, which paves the way for the final cleansing of the land adding that it was the preparatory to the final cleansing of the land and it is done first before Iwu Ubulu uku.

He said, “ the Iwu Isho festival was on before my forebearer came into existence in this community where a bond was entered in the form of an agreement that he is the Onishe”.

 

Okwe Buries Elder Sister as Osemeka Urges Christians to Remain Steadfast in their Faith

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By Okofu Sylvester

The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Aniocha South, Sir Peter Okwe amidst pump and pageantry laid to rest, his elder sister, Late Mrs. Victoria Chukwumaliobim Uzogo in Ubulu uku.

Speaking at the funeral ceremony, Okwe extolled Mrs. Uzogo, describing her as an epitome of love who would stop at noting to ensure that everyone around her experiences the God kind of love. “l love you sister but God loves you the most. It is saddening that the world has lost such a bright light but I am consoled by the fact that you’re in a better place” he said.

The Party boss in a vote of thanks, acknowledged the endless love, care and concerns made by the dignitaries who graced the occasion. He thanked them for all the supports before and during the funeral arrangements.

Earlier, the Head Pastor of New Jerusalem Church, Ubulu-Uku, Pastor Andrew Osemeka reiterated the fact that nobody lives in the world permanently adding that the world is like a market place and that when one finish trading, such a one goes home.

He urged Christians to remain born again and resolute in their faith through upright living and perseverance as this will help them meander through the world we live in and transition to a better place like Mrs. Uzogo have.

The ceremony had in attendance, the creme-de-la-cremes in Aniocha South and beyond including the immediate past Aniocha South PDP Chairman and SSA to the Governor of Delta State on Political Matters, Prince Mike Okwufulueze, former Commissioner of Arts and Culture, Engr. Lawrence Ejiofor, Ward 4 PDP Chairman, Mr. Friday Isika, PDP Financial Secretary, Mr. Okafor Samuel; reputable members of Ogor Di Na Nwanee Social Club and a host of others.

OFAAC Congratulates 14th Asagba of Asaba, Obi Azinge

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…Welcomes Him To The New Era of Cultural Renaissance In Anioma

By Patrick Ochei

The culture umbrella body of Anioma Nation, the Organization For the Advancement of Anioma Culture (OFAAC) has congratulated the eminent legal scholar in Nigerian history and culture connoisseur, His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof) Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge as the 14th Asagba of Asaba.

OFAAC while expressing appreciation to God, welcomed Obi Azinge to join the rest of the Anioma kings to drive the development of Anioma culture and traditions.

In a statement endorsed by the President of the apex cultural organization, Arc. Kester Ifeadi amidst jubilation over the coronation of the new Asagba of Asaba, OFAAC maintained that a new era had been birthed in Anioma, where all traditional rulers in Anioma had buried their differences and are now working today in one accord. “We are profoundly grateful to God and our Ancestors who made this day possible.

“Today, among the array of very eminent and amiable royalties we have in Anioma, Obi Azinge has just joined the trail as a huge asset. As a trailblazer, we are proud of him and convinced he would be a cultural ambassador so delighted of by lovers of Anioma culture.

“On this special occasion and moment, we feel honoured to celebrate and congratulate him as the 14th Asagba of Asaba. He is eminently qualified”, the statement read.

Obi Epiphany Azinge, SAN, born 13th November, 1957, is a Nigerian lawyer and academic. He was the 5th Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies from 2009 to 2014.
He is a Judge at the Commonwealth Arbitral Tribunal sitting in London, where he represents Nigeria and Africa. “We pray that he will use his esteemed experience and influence, both nationally and internationally for the benefit and upliftment of Asaba and Anioma people in general”, Ifeadi noted on behalf of OFAAC.

Okwe Calls For Reconstruction Of Roads In Aniocha South

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.…Govt Intervention in Electric Power Failure In Nsukwa

Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Aniocha South Local Government, Sir Peter Okwe, has called for the intervention of the state government in the ongoing lack of electricity supply in Nsukwa Clan, which consists of 11 autonomous communities and also the deteriorating roads in Ogwashi uku which are causing significant discomfort for road users.

Okwe made the call during a town hall meeting with the Senior Political Adviser to the Delta State governor, Sen. Emmanuel Aguriavwodo

He said it would help for easy accessibility, as the bad state of the roads was a great challenge to the Local Government.

Okwe however, said the executive of the local government through his Needs Assessment office has identified several essential needs within the communities in the Local Government to help promote progress and strengthen loyalty to the PDP.

He assured the governor of the dedication of the people of Aniocha South to PDP, adding that the legacy will continue with the dedicated efforts of their party leaders, as Aniocha South has long been a stronghold of the Party.

The Party Chairman said that in connecting with the newly elected ward officers and ensuring that they remain in tune with the voices of their communities, and continually finding ways for the Party to thrive, that the LG would embark on a familiarization tour across the Il wards in Aniocha South.

He commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration for the significant transformations it has brought to their communities, including new road projects and well-deserved appointments for committed PDP members.

Earlier the Senior Political Adviser to the Delta State governor, said Aniocha South was dear to the governor, as he holds the people of the Local Government in high esteem.

He said in continuation of government, the Aniocha South will benefit from the dividend of governance.

 

Activities of Orphanage Homes Exposed As Delta Assembly Engages Public On Child Rights Amendment Bill

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By Patrick Ochei

The activities of the Orphanage Homes in Delta State have been exposed during the public hearing on the Delta State Child Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which held at the Press Centre of the Assembly on Wednesday 2nd October, 2024.

Addressing journalists at the end of the session, the presiding House Committee Chairman on Housing, Women Affairs/Girl-Child Entrepreneurship and Humanitarian Support Services, Hon. Bridget Ifechukwukwu Anyafulu said the State might shut down the operations of the Orphanage Homes if they become toxic to the society, especially when they operate against the best interest of the child.

She stated categorically that the State was ready to implement the Child Rights law by following the best practices, hence the amendment of the law after 16 years of being domesticated in the State.

Anyafulu maintained that Orphanages are not supposed to keep children in their care until they grow into adulthood, saying that the law provides that children should stay in the Orphanages for a maximum period of three months before being given up for adoption or reunited with their parents or relatives.

However, in most cases, children grow into adulthood in the Orphanages, even beyond 18 years as a result of orchestrated shady deals by the operators of the Orphanages.

According to her, “Keeping of children in the Orphanages has a period of duration by law. We are ready to operate within that confines; we will no longer tolerate illegal operations of the Orphanages.

“The position of the law is very clear on this. The best interest of the child is of paramount concern and it must be considered in making decisions as to what happens to the child. Anything that constitutes evil against the child is a crime. We must ensure the protection of the child at all times; and whoever infringes on those rights is liable for punishment.

“If the orphanages cannot operate within the ambits of the law, then they just have to be shut down. Instead, we can have what is called the Foster Homes where children without parents or link to relations are kept and given the home environment treatment”, Anyafulu explained.

Earlier during the public hearing session, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Women Affairs, Community and Social Development and Chairman, Delta State Child Rights Implementation Committee, Mrs. Oghenekevwe Agas had narrated the challenges faced in regulating the operations of the 63 registered Orphanages in Delta State, revealing that majority of them are engaged in sharp practices for their own individual benefits.

She said they had continued to make adoptions difficult, thereby suggesting that they rather become Foster Homes than breaking the law and giving the State a problem.

Foundation To Lift Three Families Out of Poverty In Delta

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By Patrick Ochei

A Non Governmental Organization known as Fostering Hopes Foundation has undertaken to lift three families out of poverty in its pilot scheme as it takes off with humanitarian services in Nigeria.

This information was disclosed on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, during a strategic meeting with the Operations Team of the Foundation at the Top View Hotel in Asaba, Delta State.

The principal partner of the Foundation and a Deltan, Ms. Nkechi Ukome said she was happy returning home to drive her dream of many years of planning to go into humanitarian services to families living below the baseline of poverty.

She affirmed that her idea of helping the needy in the society is to give them comprehensive help that touches on all sides as a way of stabilizing the family for better impact with a view to lifting them above poverty.

According to her, “I feel proud now as a Deltan, as a Nigerian and as an African seeing this Foundation taking off in my home State. You know what they say, ‘charity begins at home’. So, I am pleased coming back home to launch this Foundation that is most eager to give struggling families a new lease of hope to face life from a happier, more comfortable and prosperous perspective.

“We are taking off with just three families that we are going to give a comprehensive survival package that will help them overcome intense struggle in the nearest future. Our target is to the women and children most particularly, but in the overall agenda, the impact definitely will affect the entire family members.

“I encourage you as team members to help drive this course with the fear of GOD and the desire to see suffering families ignite hope and have reasons to smile in life. I will be coming every now and then to monitor progress.

“This is a way to give back to our society. I want to believe that government cannot meet all of the needs of her citizens and so, it is pertinent and incumbent on all well meaning and well-to-do people of the country to contribute in lifting others up along the line.

“This is our modest way of supporting the progress, growth and development of our dear country and I hope it goes a long way in fostering hopes among the vulnerable, oppressed and marginalized in the society”, Ukome stressed.

Meanwhile, in partnership with the Welfare Department of the Heroes Family Church, Okpanam, three women – one a widow, another with a husband in prison and the other with a husband not capable to support his family were selected to be empowered to set up a proper petty trading business and expand where necessary.

The Foundation is to release fund to this effect and monitor the progress of the businesses in another six months before enlisting them to learn a skill that will launch them into another level of sustainability.

While the beneficiaries are being engaged in these businesses, the Foundation has also undertaken to put their children in a modest private school where it is going to take responsibility for their tuition fees and transportation cost.

The beneficiaries – Mrs. Cynthia Okoro has six children, five are to be enlisted into school, Mrs. Chinasa Ogbeyono has four children, three are to be enlisted into school and Mrs. Esther Obasi has five children, four are to be enlisted into school respectively.

Delta Approves Building Of Medical College At DSUST, Ozoro

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Delta State Government, yesterday, approved the building of a College of Medical Sciences at the Delta State University of Science and Technology, (DSUST) Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of the state.

Briefing journalists in Asaba, the State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, said the approval was part of the decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at Government House, Asaba.

Osuoza, flanked by Commissioners for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze; his counterpart in Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Mr. Charles Aniagwu; Higher Education, Professor Nyerovwo Tonukari and Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, said Exco also approved the payment of compensation for land acquired by the state government for the establishment of the DSUST, Orerokpe campus.

He said: “Exco today approved the construction of internal roads at the Headquarters of the 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Ibusa, in Oshimili North Local Government Area, construction of Aziken Avenue, DDPA Low Cost Housing Estate, Boji-Boji, Agbor in Ika South Local Government Area.

“Exco approved the construction of Utagba-Uno/Ndemili Road phase 1, and Eweshi – Utagba-Uno Road, both in Ndokwa West Local Government Area.

“We also approved the construction of the main access road to the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun; construction of Sokoh Estate Road and Okito Street, Off Airport Road, Effurun, in Uwvie Local Government Area; the construction of internal roads in Kiagbodo phase 1, and the rehabilitation of Odimodi/Okonto/Ogulaha Road, both in Burutu Local Government Area.”

“Also approved are the construction of Odoziobodo/Aninta Street, off Ezenei Avenue, Oshimili South LGA, rehabilitation of Ekakpamre/Ekrokpe/Usiefrun and Orhuwhorun Road in Ughelli South and Udu Local Government Areas, and the construction of Bezi Road, off College Road in Aladja in Udu Local Government Area.

“Others include construction of Uduophori Secondary Commercial School Road in Patani Local Government Area, construction of Ofuegbe Street, Amai in Ukwuani Local Government Area; construction of Oloma/Eyewuoma internal roads at Koko beach and the construction of Ogbogudu community road in Egbema, Warri North Local Government Area.”

Osuoza also said Exco approved counterpart funding in respect of Delta State AUDA/NEPAD innovative strengthening of small holder farmers capabilities towards productive land restoration amid COVID-19 in Nigeria.

He added; “Exco also approved the appointment of His Royal Majesty, Prince Samuel Akpomieme Fuludu, as the Pere of Ngbelebri-Mein Kingdom, Burutu Local Government Area.

“Exco also approved the appointment of His Royal Majesty, Simon Wajutome Odhomo, Igbogidi I, as the new Odiologbo of Irri Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area,” the Information Commissioner added.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said Governor Oborevwori had “a bird’s-eye view” of the entire state, hence projects were approved across the three Senatorial Districts in line with the opportunities for all plank in his administration’s MORE Agenda, stressing that 11 new road projects were approved for his ministry.

On the failed portions of Benin-Asaba highway at Ezenei Junction Asaba, Aniagwu said Governor Oborevwori was interested in the quick repair of the road due to the untold hardship the failure had on commuters.

He pointed out that the contractor engaged by the Federal Government was taking steps to rehabilitate the section and appealed for more patience.

In his remark, Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze said work was ongoing on already approved road constructions across the state, adding that the new approvals were in line with Governor Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda for meaningful development across the state

Echoes Of Commendation As Oshimili South PDP Receives Senior Political Adviser To Delta State Governor

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In a well attended occasion held at the Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu hall, the Senior Political Adviser to His Excellency the Governor of Delta State, Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo visited Oshimili South PDP faithfuls which included leaders of the party in the local government, elected and appointed members of the Party amongst other party faithfuls present.

Notable leaders such as the PDP LGA Party Chairman, Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu, the Council Chairman, Chief Dr. Obi Kelvin Ezenyili; Rt. Hon. Peter Onwusanya, Ogbueshi Dada Okonji,Alanza Uche Ugboma to mention but a few where all present to welcome the guests.

In a welcome address by the PDP LGA party chairman Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu, the visit was timely and well appreciated by the entire party faithfuls.

The Party Chairman acknowledged the good works of His Excellency the Governor of Delta State just as he pleaded for more to be done not only in Oshimili South but across the entire State.

A formal presentation of a well drafted letter was handed over to the Senior Political Adviser to His Excellency the Governor of Delta State which was a major highlight of the occasion, as the need for the construction of the Oko road was emphasised and the rehabilitation of other internal roads within Asaba with major reference made to the Ezenei avenue road where major talking points that require urgent attention.

Other speakers echoed the urgency of intervention on roads within Oshimili South which comprises of Asaba, Oko and Okwe communities.

One of the major talking points was the need to give Oshimili South more attention as the LGA has over 200,000 registered voters.

This was stated as Rt. Hon. Peter Onwusanya reminded the Senior Political Adviser of the role in terms of electoral victory Oshimili South in particular has played over the years.

Adding to what other speakers said, the Council Chairman chairman, Chief Dr. Obi Kelvin Ezenyili stressed on the need for more appointments to be given to members of the PDP in Oshimili South LGA as that will boost the chances of victory for PDP in future elections.

Responding to the various speakers from the LGA, the Senior Political Adviser to the Governor of Delta State stated clearly that His Excellency the Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori has special interest in Oshimili South and recognises the need to beautify and construct roads within the LGA.

He pleaded for understanding and assured the people of Oshimili South to remain positive as the M.O.R.E agenda will be felt positively in the LGA during the administration of Rt. Honourable Sheriff Francis Oborevwori.

In a surprising turn of events, the Senior Political Adviser gave a parting gift to the party faithfuls as he was impressed by the turn out and promised to keep in close touch with the leadership of PDP within the LGA.

-Oshimili South PDP Media support group –

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