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Breaking: Anarchy Looms as Ibusa Youth Electoral Committee List Altered 

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By Precious Erugo

Youth in the present day governance system in Nigeria, placed high value to youth inclusiveness.

They constitute a reasonable percentage of community population and must be taken seriously. It is not a mean fact to see that electing the leadership of any youth body in any community takes a lot to achieve , since they are very vital in governance , both traditionally and political.

In Nigeria, where democracy is practiced , youth leaders take center stage in all political parties.

The various political parties have their youth leaders, communities across the country have their community youth leaders.

This is not new in Nigeria and youth are allowed to handle their affairs by themselves especially when it comes to electing their leadership.

Elders don’t interfere, but they give advise neither are they expected to install any supervisory body over them.

In Igbuzor, headquarters of Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, the election of a new youth executives has become an issue that has kept the entire community sleepless and so tensed that the fragile nature can snowball into crisis anytime if not properly handled.

In an investigation conducted ,it was discovered that the Youth Council elections were originally scheduled for April last year, 2024.

But at the request of the executive Chairman of the local Government, the youth council Exco led by Chief Ifeanyi Asiodu agreed to postponed the election to address other pressing issues at that time, like the local government election and some youth crisis in Ibusa.

The Ibusa Youth Council has always operated under a well defined constitution, particularly under Section 13, which empowers the youth President to constitute electoral committee that can carry out their duties independently.

Moreover, after few months of not conducting a fresh youth election, Ibusa Youths became worried that a new exco was supposed to have emerge and it was based on this public outcry and petitions that prompted the setting up of an electoral committee as required by Ibusa Youth Council Constitution, Section (13) to oversee the election process of the incoming executives.

According to the outgoing chairman, Eleven Man Electoral Committee and three advisory members was set up and the Committee was headed by Barrister E. Charles Nwaogwugwu as Chairman and Amb.Vincent Oliminah as secretary respectively.

The electoral body was inaugurated to conduct and to usher the new executives who in turn paid a courtesy visit to HRM Obi Prof. Louis Nwoboshi, the Obuzor of Ibusa along with his council of chiefs and he was briefed on activities and the readiness of the committee to conduct a free and fair election and in response, the Obuzor of Igbuzo commended the committee for doing a good job and promised that he will stand by them to play his advisory role as stated in Igbuzo youth council constitution.

The committee also paid a courtesy visit to the Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Innocent Esenwezie ,they equally briefed him of their readiness to perfect and conduct a transparent youth election come February 2nd 2025, the council Chairman pleaded his total support to enable them conduct a peaceful election.

Few days to the election, HRM Obi Prof. Louis Nwoboshi called a stakeholders meeting requesting for the postponement of the election date saying that he will reconvene another meeting of which he did and it was alleged after the meeting that the council chtairman boastfully stated that he will singlehandedly produce the next Igbuzo youth Council President.

To the greatest surprise of the committee, a new list Electoral Committee members was released from the palace in which seventy percent of the previous names was removed and new names of people who were above the age bracket of youths was added including the name of a Chief Priest of Igbuzo was included, what a magic?

From all indication, it will not be wrong if we conclude that the local government Chairman is trying to manipulate the palace because the new names added are his bosom friends besides,HRM Obi Prof. Louis Nwoboshi does not have the constitutional right to inaugurate Igbuzo youth electoral committee according to section (12 )of Igbuzo Youth Council Constitution, the Obuzor has only advisory role to play and the Obuzor position as pertaining to the youth is advisory role only.

It is therefore, worrisome to note that the election of a new youth body in Igbuzor has attracted the interests of the power brokers in the kingdom.

This is a very bad and is already brewing anarchy and breach of peace if not properly handled.

Most of the aggrieved youths are calling for immediate withdrawal of the Obuzor and the Local Government Council Chairman from the affair of the youth election and to allow the initial list of electoral committee already Inaugurated by Chief Ifeanyi Asiodu led EXCO to stand for the best interest of our community and the youths.

Celebrating Grace, As Prophetess Favour Clocks A Year Older

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By Toju Apoh
Today marks a special day in the life of God’s ordained daughter, a woman of faith, wisdom and divine impact, Prophetess Favour Ebuka.

We at The Hill Nigeria Media join the Saints of God to celebrate you on your birth anniversary.

You have proven to be true epitome of God on earth through the many lives you touched, liberated from the forces of darkness and your grace which speaks volume in the lives of those that comes in contact with you.

As you step into another year, it’s our pray that the grace for increased anointing, divine strength, and endless joy be yours now and forever.

Drug Free Delta: Campaign Train Records Huge Success Day 3

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…As St Martin College Issele-Uku, Isho Mixed Secondary School Ubulu-uku, Nshiagu College and Ibusa Mixed Secondary School went agog today

In the continuous bid to safeguard Delta State’s youth against use of Illicit Drugs and Drug abuse, the Delta State Government through the State Orientation and Communications Bureau, under the leadership of the Director-General, Dr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) led by the State Commander, Mr Wada Abubakar Esq, on Wednesday, brought the vital message of drug abuse and its consequences to the students of St. Martin College, Isho Mixed Secondary School and Ibusa Mixed Secondary School.

Mr Silas Omobhude Osagie, an Assistant State Commander, NDLEA, Delta State Command, had a robust interface with students in their large number, emphasizing the need to abstain from use of Illicit Drugs and Drug abuse.

He conveyed Governor Oborevwori’s message on the urgent need to have a “Drug Free Delta” in line with one of his realistic reforms on peace building and enhanced security, stating the importance of the sensitization campaign, and why they must be drug Free so as to fulfil their God given colourful destiny.

“His Excellency, the Governor of Delta State, Dr. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, has sent us here today through one of the government agencies; the Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, under Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe’s leadership with the message – ” Drug kills, Say No To Drugs, and Yes To Life”, in order to have a Drug Free Delta State.

The NDLEA Assistant State Commander, educated the students on how to identify certain drugs with live samples, emphasizing the destructive nature of the drugs, why they should avoid certain social parties.

“There was a birthday party very close to you were we found and rescued some young girls about your age who were victims of drugs mixed with the drinks and were about to be raped”.

“We are here to advise you never to keep bad company, stay away from Illicit Drugs and Drug Abuse so that you can achieve your individual colourful destiny.

“Your governor and our governor, Elder Sheriff Oborevwori loves you, and he sent us here to tell you that you should focus on your studies, be good students and to say Yes to Live, No Drugs.”

It was a robust engagement as students asked questions like “why some of these drugs are produced, why they are harmful to individuals and many more, which the NDLEA representative clarified, and sang and danced to “SAY NO TO HARD DRUGS, YES TO LIFE.

The staff and principals of the Schools were elated about this timely sensitization, expressing their gratitude to the State government, while also commending governor Oborevwori, for his love and concern for all Deltans.

The Schools management, Principals and Teachers pledged to reecho the message of having a “Drug Free Delta” and to strengthen the school’s newly established “War Against Drug Abuse” WADA Club, which stems to empower students to become advocates for a drug-free society.

Going forward, the “Drug Free Delta” campaign team will visit schools in kwale, Ozoro and Oleh on Thursday.

Safugha Greets Gov’s Wife, Tobore Oborevwori At 55

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The former Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and Ex-Commissioner for Energy, Barrister Newworld Safugha and his wife, Engr. (Mrs.) Mya Brawaide Safugha, have congratulated the wife of Delta State Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, as she marks 55th birth anniversary.

The felicitation was contained in a message signed by Barrister Newworld Safugha, where he described Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori as a unique personality with kind heart and a mother to all.

He described Deaconess Oborevwori as a Godly mother, whose contributions to the society were enormous, especially through her prayers for the state and service to mankind.

Safugha and his wife lauded the pet project of the First Lady ‘You Matter Charity Foundation’, for touching the lives of vulnerable individuals in society, especially children with autism among others.

The Safugha family while congratulating the governor’s wife, noted that she is a blessing to society as her prayers have helped the governor to succeed in many fronts resulting in good governance, infrastructural development and transformation of the state through the MORE Agenda of the administration.

“As you celebrate, may the Almighty God give you good health, wisdom, strength and long life to assist our amiable Governor to deliver more democratic dividends to our people” Safugha said.

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ThisDay/ Arise TV Award: A Well Deserved Honour On Oborevwori -Otega

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The State Women coordinator PCRC Delta State command Dr. Okinono Otega and SSA to the National Chairman of the PCRC Alhaji lbraheem Olaniyan Mogaji, on mental health and a lecturer of Sociology department University of Delta, Agbor, has congratulated the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on his recent award.

Otega described the award bestowed on Oborevwori as outstanding and well deserved honor and as the best governor of the year by This day newspaper and Arise television for the Governor of the Year ,2024. And still functioning in that capacity till date.

A statement signed by the state Coordinator PCRC Women Committee Dr Otega Okinono, deeply expressed her appreciation and admiration for the outstanding leadership style of the state Governor, stressing that the women committee of PCRC Delta State command are proud of the exceptional work and exemplary leadership of governor Sharif Oborevwori mostly in the area of security as the state is being rated as one of safest state in the country to reside and do business.

Dr Okinono urged all Deltans particularly the PCRC women committee members to support the governor through the MORE Agenda in fostering sustainable peace, security and development

She further called on all to be vigilant as security is everyone’s business.

Together we can make the MORE Agenda sustainable.

Oborevwori To Sanitise Delta State Of Drug Addicts

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Delta State Government has reiterated its commitment towards sanitising the state of drug addicts.

The Director General of the State Orientation, Barr. Latimore Oghenesivbe made known during the official flag off of the Drug free Delta in Asaba.

He said in making the state free from drugs the state government has through it’s 1empowerment programmes engaged the youths.

He said with the approval of the test kits for intending students of tertiary institution, the state will be free of drug users,

According to him, those who abuse drugs will be meant to face the law will the under aged persons would be sent to rehabilitation centres.

Oghenesivbe said the governor, Rt. Hon, Sherrif Oborevwori has promised to set up the kwale Rehabilitation Centres and will they are there, they will be introduced to skills that will make them become useful when they are out of the centre.

The state commander of NDLEA, Barr. Abubakar Wada described the introduction of testing kit to higher institution as a proactive approach towards combating the high rate of crime in the society.

Wada said it will help detect users of drugs before admitting them into schools in the state and also provide counseling for the drug users.

According to him the agency has arrested many drug addicts and charged them to court and will not relent in fishing them out.

Speaking on the rehabilitation of the drug users, the state commander of the drug law enforcement agency said, it is has been on, however they were faced with the challenge of a standard facility which he said was still under construction.

He said the command has limited bed space for five drug addicts, adding that they were making effort to equip the house facility in Agbor, which can accommodate up to 60 persons.

Speaking on their lessons from the event, Miss Omayeka Chioma Miracle of Government Model Secondary School, GRA, Asaba, said the programme has exposed her to the importance of drugs, the effect of using hard drugs, she said she would take the advocacy to her schools and those who abuses drugs.

Other participants who spoke with The Hill Nigeria Media promise to convince some of their friends who were into drug.

Delta First Lady Calls For More Support of Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda

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By Iminabo Ben-Whyte

The First Lady of Delta State, Her Excellency Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori has enjoined Deltans to support the governor in actualising his vision.

Dcns Oborevwori gave the advise during the17th Edition of The Mother’s Arise Prayer Conference with the theme “Rehoboth” at the Government House Chapel in Asaba, Delta State.

She urged them to prayerfully support the governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori so as to deliver on his mandate to the people of Delta State.

She said the effect of their prayers will transmit meaningful development, opportunities for all, realistic reforms, enhanced peace and security, which will find expression in the lives of All Deltans, and bring about peace, unity, and above all prosperity to all communities.

She appreciated her predecessor, the pioneer of The Mother’s Arise Prayer Conference, Her Excellency MRS Roli Uduaghan and the immediate past First Lady of the state, her Excellency Deaconess Dame Edith Okowa for her continuous support and love.

She also acknowledged the support of all Deltans towards her family and the government.

The President Of Funke Adejumo Foundation, Bishop Funke Adejumo who took the Sermon, while taking her scripture from the bible book of Psalms chapter 89 verses 27 emphasised on the need of prayer for every leader and first born.

She urged women to stay happy and live their best life while performing their duties as wives and not limit themselves to their husbands nor things around.

She encourages women to be hardworking and not be a liability but make wealth for themselves so they can achieve their personal goals.

The event had the wives of traditional rulers, wives of Police Officers and Women from different Civil Society groups in attendance

New Delta National League Congratulates Pondi On His Birth anniversary

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The New Delta National League (NDNL) has felicitated with the Managing Director Of Tantita Security Services Limited, Comrade High Chief Engr. Kestin Pondi, on his birth anniversary.

This was in a press statement signed by the National President, Comr. Peter Yisah Omarayerue and his Publicity Secretary, Comr. Obukadeta David Erhiuremu.

It reads;

On behalf of the Executive Board and esteemed members of the New Delta National League (NDNL). We extend our warmest and most heartfelt felicitations to you on this joyous occasion of your birthday.

Today, we celebrate not just the addition of another year to your remarkable life but also the impact, leadership, and unwavering commitment you have demonstrated towards the progress of our community and the nation at large. Your contributions to security, youth empowerment, and national development through Tantita Security Services Ltd have been monumental, particularly in curbing pipeline vandalization and safeguarding Nigeria’s critical infrastructure.

Beyond your professional achievements, your humanitarian services and philanthropic gestures have touched countless lives, making you a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration to many. Your unwavering support for this noble association and its initiatives speaks volumes of your dedication to community building and leadership excellence.

On this special day, we pray that the Almighty God will continues to guide, protect, and bless you with good health, long life, and boundless prosperity. May your selfless efforts be rewarded, and may you continue to be a pillar of strength and a symbol of positive change for generations to come.

As a group, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting our members and celebrating their achievements, just as we proudly celebrate you today.

Once again, congratulations and Happy Birthday, High Chief!

 

 

 

 

 

Oborevwori’s Innovative Approach To Governance, Earned Him His Recognition As Governor Of The Year- Aniagwu

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Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was honoured with the Governor of The Year Award for his fiscal discipline and innovative approach to governance.

Aniagwu, who was responding to immediate past Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege’s criticism on the choice of Governor Oborevwori for the award, said the state government, under the governor’s watch, had completed numerous projects, while also initiating new ones without borrowing to fund them.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday in Asaba, Aniagwu said Governor Oborevwori inherited numerous projects out of which many of them had been completed which, he said, ‘speaks to the Governor’s effective and efficient management of financial resources without borrowing a dime from anywhere.’

He said, “we thought we were alone in terms of observation of these giant strides of the governor, not knowing that even in far away, Lagos and Abuja, the editors of THISDAY and ARISE News, or rather the two media outlets, were also busy with their eagle eyes, taking copious notes.

“We do not have issues with some persons in opposition, particularly our brother and leader, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege.

“We are not stopping them from playing politics or making constructive criticisms because it actually emboldens us to do more, but to begin to ask what we are doing and why we were given the award is, at best, seen as ‘Pepper-body’.

“We expect that if their state has been picked as making progress they should be happy. Trying to de -market the state because of personal interest is not in the interest of anybody.

“He went through this path in 2023, even when Oborevwori had not become a Governor; yet, Oborevwori defeated him in 21 out of the 25 local government areas.

“So, I thought the lesson of that defeat was enough for him to know the kind of criticisms he could embark upon.”

Aniagwu, who was flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, and Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Mr Felix Ofou, said the sterling performance of Governor Oborevwori had become the greatest undoing of the opposition in the state.

“We plead with Omo-Agege that he should be fair as he engages in politicking, which we are not ready for at the moment because we have a covenant with the people of Delta to deliver on the MORE Agenda with a view to advancing development in our state.

“If he is asking our people of Ndokwa Nation what we have done for them, I will remind him that, in Ndokwa Nation, we have awarded no fewer than 15km of roads.

“We have completed the Obi-Ibabu road which is over 4km awaiting inauguration. The Ndemili-Utagba Uno road and the Eweshi – Utagba-Uno road are being pursued vigorously.

“We have also awarded a road in Amai which has progressed to stone base; at Aboh in Ndokwa East, work is also ongoing.

“The Beneku bridge has been completed and the governor has also awarded the construction of Asaba – Ase bridge in Ndokwa East linking Uzere in Isoko South.”

He also said, “Whilst Omo-Agege was in the Senate, the few things he was able to attract, he took them near his father’s compound at Orhomuru.

“Can he now compare himself to a man that is building bridges across the state to the extent that he doesn’t discriminate against members of the opposition parties in the state?

“Governor Oborevwori has also warned that nobody should be discriminated against on account of their political affiliation. Whatever is due to the people is distributed without recourse to political affiliation.

“We all know, in this state, that he didn’t work for President Tinubu ; so, if he is thinking that by saying these things he would warm himself to President Tinubu, he needs to think again and take a different route.”

Aniagwu said Governor Oborevwori had directed that every Commissioner must supervise their projects critically to ensure that Delta had value for money spent on projects.

He stressed, “We are also here to inform all those who have taken it upon themselves of the opportunity of grabbing government lands across the state.

“We warn that government will not hesitate to demolish such illegal properties built on such public lands and we will make them pay for whatever cost incurred during such demolitions.”

On Senator Ned Nwoko’s resignation from the party, Aniagwu said Governor Oborevwori and PDP were not bothered by the Senator’s serial defections, noting that the party would continue to win in Aniocha North and other parts of Delta North Senatorial District where Senator Nwoko currently represents.

On housing, the Commissioner said the state government had commenced the construction of 30 units of three bedrooms and 20 units of two bedrooms pilot phases in Ozoro, Kwale and Owa-Oyibu.

He added that the State Government currently runs four public universities, adding that no state in the country could boast of a university in each of the Senatorial districts of the state.

On healthcare delivery, the Commissioner said the Oborevwori administration was renovating over 150 healthcare centers across the state and the procurement of facilities at the Central Hospital Warri and Delta State University Teaching Hospital, DELSUTH, Oghara.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PDP Governors Takes Action To Resolve Party’s Crisis

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By Iminabo Ben-Whyte

Governors under the aegis of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have stepped in to resolve the crisis in the Party.

This was disclosed after the PDP Governors Forum meeting which held at the Government House, Asaba, Delta State.

The Forum’s Chairman and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, made a call on the National Working Committee (NWC) to convoke a meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) to be held on March 18, 2025.

The Forum advised the NWC to set up the machinery for the effective implementation of the Court of Appeal judgment.

He said “The Forum, having examined all the notices required by law to be given to validly convoke NEC, advised NWC to reschedule NEC to March 13, 2025.”

The Forum commended the Governors for pursuing policies and programmes that has created the foundation for sustainable development in their various states and ameliorated the plight of the people.

said, “The Forum noted with delight the ongoing efforts at resolving the crisis in the National Working Committee, NWC, on the position of the National Secretary, and has reaffirmed its support for the Court of Appeal judgment.

The Forum, while commending the country’s valiant and patriotic Armed Forces and other security agencies for maintaining the frontline in securing the country against bandits in parts of the country called for the strengthening of the nation’s security architecture.

The Forum expressed its gratitude to the Host Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Government and the good people of Delta State, for their hospitality and friendly disposition that have yielded the successful, well-structured and impactful meeting.

It also commends the Governor for the giant strides recorded by his administration in the areas of infrastructure, combating insecurity. environmental remediation and his people oriented empowerment

“Finally, the Forum enjoined Nigerians not to despair in the face of the prevailing hardships with the firm assurance that the PDP will remain committed to returning our great nation to the glorious days of pre-2015 era of manageable costs of living, security of lives and property and greater unity and prosperity for all citizens.”

Earlier Oborevwori, thanked the Forum for giving Delta the opportunity to host, affirming that the Party was strongly rooted in the state.

He said, “Today, I stand before you to acknowledge the transformative impact of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in our beloved state.

“Delta State has been PDP since 1999 and we have been doing very well. You can see what we have done within the past 18-19 months.

“From infrastructure to human capital development, a lot has been done; we are able to keep the peace and we are going to continue to move our people forward in Delta State.”

He added, “Our party’s allegiance is to the well-being of our citizens and this has led to significant investment in infrastructure, human capital development, and social services.

“The PDP legacy in Delta State is a superb example of what has been achieved when inclusionary relations meet collective efforts.

“While we continue to build on this foundation, we should always note the importance of opportunity and progress.

“It is my earnest expectation that, by the end of the meeting, we will have taken decisions and made solutions that will strengthen our party and our good governance in our various states across the country”.

 

 

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