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Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, Delta State Chapter joins to Commemorate International Women’s Day 2024

The Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Delta State Chapter Comrade Sonia Unobunjo has called on women and other stakeholders in society building to join hands to Invest in Women.

Comrade Unobunjo who stated that investing in women can be achieved in different ways to include physical, mental, emotional, psychological, and financial empowerment also emphasised on the importance of the International Women’s Day, stressed that, women journalists play a vital role in shaping public opinion and amplifying the voices of the marginalized.

She asserted that when women are empowered and provided with equal opportunities, they bring out the best in them. She said, ” Women empowerment, can be likened to be national empowerment as it translates to progress, innovation, and sustainable development.

Comrade Unobunjo pledges NAWOJ Delta’s commitment to continue to advocate for the rights of Women and girls, advocate for welfare, protection and empowerment for Women journalists in the state.

Through capacity building initiatives, and advocacy programmes, NAWOJ Delta will create a more inclusive and equitable media space where it translates to journalists without boundaries.

She identified women as one of the greatest obstacles to invest in women and charged them to walk side by side with one another, shun backbiting, envy and not to be a clog in the wheel of progress for a fellow woman’s endeavours to succeed.

Comrade Unobunjo who was speaking in Asaba during a symposium organised by the Delta State Ministry Affairs, Community and Social Development to commemorate the International Women’s Day 2024 with the theme “Invest in Her: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment, commended the Delta State Governor, Rt. Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori, his wife, Dcns Tobore Oborevwori for implementing projects and programmes that will advance women status in the state.

Like the ‘Oliver Twist’ she call for the inclusion of women journalists to be part of beneficiaries of the lofty programmes of the State Government.

Your Support Made My Tenure As Chairman Successful, Ezenyili Tells OSLG Staff

… As HPM, NYSC State Cordinator, Others Pours Encomium On Him
The Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Council, Hon. Dr. Kelvin Ezenyili has ascribed his success stories while in office to the support he got from the staff of the council.
Ezenyili made this known during his handing over ceremony at the Council in Asaba, Delta State.
While handing over leadership of the council to the Head of Personnel Management, Mrs Omooghene Idao, he commended the synergy between his office and the executive arm of the council which has helped him achieved some of the milestones during his three years in office.
He said he was glad to have made a family with the staff because of the unity and cooperation they gave to him.
The Head of Personnel Management and acting Chairman, Mrs Omooghene Idao, said Ezenyili had laid down a legacy in the sands of time which the people of Asaba would live to remember.
Idao while appreciating the moments she worked with the Chairman, said he had not only impacted on the people of the council, but also helped her improve in her service delivery.
She said Ezenyili’s visionary leadership which was worthy of emulation by other council boss was enough to earn him his return to office.
Speaking, the State Coordinator of National Youth Service Council (NYSC)  Mr Olusegun Alao, described the Ezenyili as a youth friendly Chairman who has always partnered in all activities of corp members in the state and identifies with them.
Alao sighted the outstanding leadership prowess of the Chairman as one to be emulated by every youth and young politician who intends to attain height in thier career.
The State Coordinator of NYSC, advised staff of the Local Government to support the acting Chairman in the discharge of her duty.
On her part, the Oshimili South deputy  of environmental health service sanitarian Esther Edafienene thanked God for the wisdom he gave the Chairman in the delivery of good governance to the people of Oshimili South and anticipated for his return to office.
Many who spoke during the event described the outgoing council boss as a true leader who have served his people meritoriously by leaving a legacy, a friendly boss who have operated an open door policy with staf of the local government.
Highlight of the event was dance entertainment and presentation of awards to the Chairman

UPU Eulogizes Asagba of Asaba

The Urhobo Progress Union (UPU),, Asaba Chapter, has described the late Asagba of Asaba, HRM Professor Chike Edozien, as a highly respected Monarch and a father to all Urhobos in the state capital.
The President of the UPU Asaba Chapter, Olorogun Austin Akpede made this known when he led a delegation of the Union on a condolence visit to the palace of the late Monarch in Asaba, Delta State.
In his message, the President of the UPU Asaba Chapter, Olorogun Akpede said the late monarch was a very profound and highly enlightened first class traditional ruler who positively impacted on all areas of human endeavors, noting that history would be very kind to him for his cultural revival and for the bold transformation in some areas of Asaba culture and traditions.
He recounted the various leadership capabilities in which the late Asagba had served within and outside the country, saying that many from all sectors of the economy, including the Urhobos, had enjoyed his leadership style.
Condoling the family of the late Asagba of Asaba, Olorogun Akpede also noted that the Urhobos in Asaba and its environs were proud of the late monarch, he urged them to take solace in the legacies he left behind.
Responding, the eldest son of the late Monarch, Professor Anthony Edozien, who was represented by the third son, Louis Edozien, thanked the UPU Asaba Chapter for the extension of love and solidarity to their family.
Highlight of the visit was the signing of the condolence by Olorogun Akpede on behalf of the UPU delegation.

Oborevwori Is Prudent, Cutting Cost of Governance – Latimore

…urges Journalists to sustain partnership with government to Advance Delta.

Executive Assistant To Delta State Governor on Communications and Head of Delta State Orientation Bureau,, Barr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe has applauded the state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for cutting cost of governance and prudent management of state resources.

The EA made the assertion in Asaba during a media interaction with members and executives of the Indigenous Correspondents Chapel ICC, of the Nigerian Union of Journalists NUJ, Delta State Council at its “ICC MIRROR” platform designed for expository dialalogue.

Latimore said high cost of Governance is one major factor crumbling the local economy and hindering growth in the country. He noted thst Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori has put himself forward to ensure that he sees to the reduction of running a thriving government by minimizing wasteful spending in the state, and as far as going the extent of scrutinizing all major transactions to ensure that there was no over priced or overinflated contracts before approval.

The EA Orientation equally disclosed that the state governor has not borrowed a dime to fund any project, but has rather managed what the state generates meticulously, and gave firm instructions to the Delta State Internal Revenue Service, DSIRS, to upscale Internally Generated Revenue, IGR by capturing the informal sector.

Latimore further assured of progressive manifestation of the MORE Agenda, stating that by the end of the year people will see astonishing positive changes in the state, in terms of socioeconomic and infrastructure development,.job and wealth creation, sports development and take off of the Orerokpe campus of Delta State University of Science and Technology Ozoro, DSUST.

While commending the press for standing by him spanning nearly two decades, Latimore appealed to Journalists in the state to be factual im their reportage instead of working with speculations, adding that they should bring forth constructive criticisms and precision journalism to the people and not confuse them with half truth, fake news or propaganda.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman ICC, Comrade Kenneth Orusi, commended the EA Communications to governor Oborevwori for the visit and for being a guest at the ICC MIRROR Platform.

He assured the Government of its members support but also stated that they will not hesitate in calling its attention in lagging areas.

NCPC To Partner VON On Quality Coverage Of Pilgrimage Exercise 

By Celestine Toruka

The Executive Secretary Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said the Commission would partner with the Voice Of Nigeria in the promotion of Christian Pilgrimage exercise.

He disclosed this on Tuesday, February 5, 2024 while playing host to the Director General of the Voice of Nigeria, Mr Jibrin Ndace and his Management team who paid him a courtesy visit at the Corporate headquarters of the Commission in Abuja .
According to the NCPC boss, ” we are going to partner with VON and we must work together in synergy”, he said.
He assured the Director General that he would ensure that the activities of the Commission are well projected and given prominence by way of adequate coverage through various VON platforms.
Bishop Adegbite further emphasized the need for team work amongst management and staff as a sure way of achieving result.
He called on Nigerians to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola TInubu, stating that the Commission,s Pilgrimage this year is ” Renewed Hope and Satisfaction”.
He maintained that all that we need in Nigeria is prayer and as such we should consistently pray for our leaders and for peace in Nigeria.
He noted that the assignments and tasks in NCPC are beyond pilgrimage, stating that NCPC provides a veritable platform to unite and foster peace amongst Christians and other faiths.
Earlier, the Director General of Voice Of Nigeria, Mr Jibrin Ndace congratulated the NCPC boss for his well deserved appointment. His words, ” I am here to congratulate you and to wish you well”.
He commended him for his consistent prayer for the nation.
Mr Ndace also commended President Bola TInubu for his capacity and eye for the best which has become a Hallmark of his administration.
He briefed the NCPC boss about the mandate of VON which is basically hinged on external broadcast which helps to tell the Nigerian story for external audience and help to enhance Nigeria foreign policy.
He assured his host that he was determined to build on the legacies of the founding fathers of VON.
He further hinted that the organization under his watch plans to expand the number of languages that the Organization broadcast to the outside world.
He described every Pilgrim as an ambassador of his country, and are expected to come back with positive feedbacks after their return from the Holy land.
He explained that in the partnership with NCPC, VON should be part of the coverage of the Pilgrimage exercise in the holy land. His words, ” I want you to see VON as a veritable platform to advance the cause of Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria”.
He further promised to secure a dedicated programme for NCPC so that the Commission could leaverage on it to disseminate information about Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria.

Don’t Give Room For Oppositions In Your Constituents, OSLG Party Chairman Tells Legislators

Chairman, Oshimili South Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ogbueshi Dada Okonji has advised lawmakers in the Local Government council to sustain the relationship they had with thier constituents, irrespective of thier decisions to return to office.

Okonji gave the advise during the valedictory session of the Legislators in Asaba, Delta State.

He urged them to continue with the synergy they had with the people they represent at the grass root so as to not to give room for opposition parties in thier various constituents.

While commending them for their unity and peaceful coexistence, he assured those who had successfully represented their wards to be optimistic of more support from their constituents.

In the same vein, the Chairman of the Council, Hon Kelvin Obi Ezenyili, said he was pleased to have them exit office without any rancour amongst themselves or from external bodies.

Congratulating them he said they have made a record in the Council, of a tenure without the impeachment of the Leader, quarrel or suspension of anyone of them
Appreciating the leadership prowess of the Leader of the Legislative arm, Hon. Michael Okonji, the Chairman said his humility had contributed to the outstanding peace that existed amongst the lawmaker.

The Chairman said he was glad for the support they gave him in accomplishment of projects which has earned the Local Government distinction scores, adding that the administration was not one to toy with, as it had made a great landmark in his political journey.

Ezenyili said their quality representation while in office, would serve as a determinant factor for thier successful return to serve their people at the seventh assembly.

On his part, the Leader of the House, Hon. Michael Okonji, thanked his colleagues for their unalloyed co-operation and support, which culminated in the success of their tenure.

Okonji thanked the Executive Chairman and his team for providing a conducive working atmosphere for all the lawmakers, and also the management and Staff of Oshimili South Local Government Council, the clerk and his team for their team spirit.
He extended gratitude to the immediate past governor of the state, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa for giving them the privilege to serve the people of Oshimili South.

Applauding the governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, the Leader said he had made the youth an integral part of his administration.

He however, expressed regret over the exit of the former majority Leader, late Hon. Chuks Collins Ogbotobo who died during their tenure.

Speaking one of other lawmaker, representing representing Oko, Hon. Kelvin Nwabueze, said he was delighted for the bills which they had passed for the advancement of the LG.

Appreciating the unity that strived amongst them, he said it was worth the expression on their faces as they had work harmoniously as a family.

The Councilor representing Ward 11, Hon Ngozi Mgbeze, thanked the Party leaders and people of her ward for thier support, adding that serving as a Councillor was one of the best experiences of her life.

Those present at the event were the Vice Chairman of the Council, Hon Ify Ogbogu, Head of Personnel Management, Mrs Omooghene Idao, the Clerk of the legislative House, Mr. Marculay Okuwe, amongst others.

NUJ Honors Tompolo for Safeguarding Nigeria’s Oil Infrastructure

In a significant recognition of efforts to safeguard Nigeria’s oil and gas infrastructure and combat illicit activities in the Niger Delta, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) honored former freedom fighter High Chief Oweizide Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, with the “Internal Security Meritorious Award.” The ceremony, held at Oporoza Community, headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, marked a pivotal moment in acknowledging Tompolo’s contributions to national security.

Presenting the award, NUJ National President, Dr. Chris Isiguzo, lauded Tompolo’s patriotic dedication to restoring stability in Nigeria. Dr. Isiguzo emphasized the Union’s recognition of Tompolo’s role in combating oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and other illicit activities in the Niger Delta region. He remarked, “The NUJ, having properly profiled the activities of Chief Government Ekpemupolo, Alias Tompolo, the Union is impressed with his patriotic zeal to ensure that Nigeria works again.”

This award came as a result of the National Security Conference in Abuja on February 22, 2024, where Dr. Solomon Arase, Chairman of the Police Service Commission and former Inspector General of Police, alongside other prominent figures, deliberated on strategies to address Nigeria’s pressing security challenges. At the conference, discussions highlighted the multifaceted nature of insecurity across different regions, including armed banditry in the North West, insurgency in the North East, secessionist aspirations in the South East, and ritual killings and kidnapping in the South West.

Tompolo’s efforts in maintaining peace in the Niger Delta were recognized as instrumental in curbing crude oil theft, a persistent threat to Nigeria’s economic stability. Dr. Isiguzo stressed the collective responsibility of all Nigerians in enhancing national security, urging collaboration with security agencies to foster development and prosperity.

Expressing gratitude for the honor, Tompolo reiterated his commitment to Nigeria’s advancement and protection, emphasizing the need for unity and collective effort in safeguarding government properties and facilities to protect the nation’s economy from sabotage. High Chief McDonald Igbadiwei echoed these sentiments, calling upon the Federal Government to provide Tompolo with necessary support to secure oil facilities and bolster national revenue generation.

The ceremony, attended by prominent figures including Speaker of Bayelsa State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere and Traditional Prime Minister of Ijaw Gbaramatu Kingdom Hon. Chief MacDonald Igbadiwei, underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in ensuring Nigeria’s security and prosperity. NUJ officials, including Secretary Shuaibu Usman Leman and Deputy National President Alhassan Zyahaya Abdullahi, were also present, along with Leaders of the Delta Council Executive, reaffirming the Union’s commitment to honoring those who contribute significantly to national stability.

Oborevwori ‘ll Continue To Deliver Quality Infrastructure Projects To Deltans – Latimore

…Says Modular Refineries, IPP, Electric Vehicles on PPP arrangement coming

Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Orientation Bureau and Executive Assistant on Communications to the Governor, Dr Latimore Oghenesivbe, has again assured Deltans that governor Sheriff Oborevwori will continue to deliver quality infrastructure projects across the three senatorial districts as encapsulated in his MORE agenda under implementation.

He gave the assurance on Friday in Asaba, while speaking as a special guest at the Parliament Platform, a popular public affairs live talk show on Bridge F.M radio, and monitored across the state, adding that the governor is already taking proactive steps to facilitate partnership with the private sector on Independent Power Project, Modular Refineries and Electric Vehicles to grow business, attract investors and to enhance the scope of clean energy in the state.

Oghenesivbe said the IPP project is very dear to the hearts of Deltans and the governor, because it would help a great deal to boost the economic activities of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises by upscaling their profits as against the current trend wherein entrepreneurs spends nearly seventy percent of their profits on fuel and diesel to power their equipment.

He posited that the Oborevwori administration has recorded tremendous success in the past nine months in terms of prudent management of state resources, funding of several uncompleted projects across the state and official flag off of new mega projects such as; three flyovers road expansion projects and pedestrian bridges at DSC Roundabout, PTI junction, Effurun Roundabout and Enerhen junction up to Marine Gate, phase three of underground water tunnels in Warri, Uvwie and environs; especially Ugboroke, Ugberikoko and Bendel Estate, while plans are now to upgrade Warri Stadium to international sports facility.

The EA Communications to governor Oborevwori, further stated that students bursary for this academic year 2023/2024, has been disbursed to all students of Delta State origin in institutions of higher learning across Nigeria, and that the Tertiary Institutions Students Social Health Insurance Programme was recently launched by the state government at Dennis Osadebey University Anwai, through the Delta State Social Health Insurance Commission, under the able supervision of Dr Isaac Akpoveta, the Director General of the Commission.

On the economic hardship in the country and what Delta State Governor and the government is doing to alleviate the problem, Oghenesivbe said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the blame for the nation’s economy woes, pointing out that life was obviously better and enjoyable during the seventeen years the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, took charge of national government.

He lamented that Nigerians have been suffering since the All Progressives Congress, APC came to power at the centre in 2015, while urging Deltans and Nigerians to continue to place more demands on the federal government to alleviate the persisting acute poverty and degrading hardship raging the country.

In Delta State, the EA Communications revealed that governor Oborevwori is pained by the sufferings of Deltans, which was why he had to reduce the number of work days for certain categories of civil servants, paid N10,000 for a period of three months to argument their transport fares, distributed palliative across the twenty five local government areas, while working out other strategies to assist SMEs to drive growth, development and prosperity for all Deltans.

“It is heartwarming to hear Deltans commending governor Oborevwori over his good governance strides within nine months in office. He shall continue to do more for our people and advance Delta via the instrumentality of his MORE agenda currently on full scale implementation across all sectors of the state economy.

“Our excessive local content governor with street sense and street credibility has proven beyond reasonable doubt that indeed, a state governor that knows his onions can meaningfully touch the lives of his people, and embark on people focused and people oriented gigantic projects that would advance the state within a reasonable period.

“The governor came on May 29, 2023, meaning that he has been working with half budget of 2023 inherited from the previous administration without borrowing a dime. This is remarkable and at the same time praise worthy. Prudent management of state resources and fiscal discipline has taken center stage in this administration.

“The 2024 budget is the first full budget of this administration, and it promises to take care of some projects. Between now and May 29, some of the ongoing projects would have been completed and they shall be commissioned by governor Oborevwori to mark his first year in office.

“Delta is peaceful and by the time government is able to solve power problems through the IPP and modular refineries on PPP arrangements, Delta State shall be the major destination for investors, Direct Foreign Investment, DFI, and tourism. We shall get there under this administration, by the grace of God.

“Governor Oborevwori is totally committed to the overall development of the state; Delta Central, Delta North and Delta South, and shall continue to run an all inclusive government devoid of ethnic and tribal bigotry, undue favouritism, and any action or inaction that is repugnant to equity, good conscience and natural justice,” Oghenesivbe assured.

Our Assignment Is Beyond Pilgrimage; We Are Ambassadors of Peace, NCPC Boss Tells Christian Youths

 

 

 

 

 

By Celestine Toruka

The Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commision, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said that the NCPC mandate is beyond pilgrimage, rather it is a platform to engender peace.

He made this disclosure on Thursday, February 22, 2024 while playing host to the leadership of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN who paid him a congratulatory visit in NCPC corporate headquarters, Abuja .

The NCPC boss affirmed that the work of peace has no finishing line as such, he enjoined every Nigerian particularly the youth to pursue peace at all cost so that Nigeria will be better for it.

He further explained that all Christians are one, thus there is need to foster unity, bridge the gap and cement relationship with one another.

Bishop Adegbite thanked them for identifying with him over his appointment, stating, “this is your office this appointment belongs to the body of Christ.”

He averred that he would take NCPC from the level it is today to a higher pedestal.

He further admonished the youth to cash in on the opportunity of the lent to reach out to the less priviledged ones in in the society, bearing in mind that the period of lent is for sober reflection, penetance and mercy.

He assured the YOWICAN members that the Commission would collaborate with them, especially in the area of youth pilgrimage.

According to him “We are going to work together, and Nigeria will be better for all of us “, he said.

He reiterated that “whatever we have we are holding it in trust”.

Earlier, the National Chairman of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria, YOWICAN, Mr Belusochukwu Enwere described the NCPC boss as a role model and a mentor of many years standing.

He further described him as a man who loves humanity. He thanked him for what he has done for the body and what he would still do for them. He further affirmed that the NCPC boss has also been playing advisory role to the Association over the years which has helped in moulding them positively.

He stressed that his appointment as NCPC boss was a crown from God who has rewarded him with all his selfless service to God and humanity. In his words,”, you worked very hard to deserve this position'”

He assured the Executive Secretary that it is their duty to continue to pray for him to succeed.

The high point of the courtesy visit was the presentation of congratulatory card to the NCPC boss by the National Chairman of YOWICAN , Mr Belusochukwu Enwere.

The courtesy visit was graced by some of the board members of the Commission – Bishop Raphael Benjamin Nwankwo, the representative of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Dr. Simon Dolly Federal Commissioner representing North Central as well as Chief Prince Weli Wosu Federal Commisioner representing South-South geo- political Zone.

We Are Determined To Make A Difference, Leave A lasting Legacy In NCPC – Bishop Adegbite

By Celestine Toruka

The Executive Secretary Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite has said that he and his team are determined to make a difference and leave a lasting legacy in NCPC He disclosed this in Lagos on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, during a courtesy visit to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo Olu, at the Government House, Alausa, Ikeja.

He affirmed that his assignments and tasks in NCPC are beyond pilgrimage. Thus, according to him,” the Commission provides a veritable platform to foster peace and to ensure peaceful co-existence among our people.”

Bishop Adegbite reiterated that the only thing that we need in Nigeria is prayer, noting that the economic downturn facing Nigeria currently would soon be a thing of the past.

He described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a visionary leader who has impacted positively in the lives of people and in the development of Lagos State. He maintained that the President means well for Nigeria and should be supported by all by praying for the success of his administration.

In his words; “we will continue to uphold him and Lagos state in our prayer”, he said.

He appreciated Mr. President for considering him worthy of his appointment as the Executive Secretary of NCPC. The NCPC boss reaffirmed that by his appointment, he has become the first from South West to occupy the exalted position and the first Bishop to head the Commission.

Bishop Adegbite informed that he and his team decided to visit the Governor of Lagos State first because charity, they say, begins at home. He thanked the Governor for his dynamic and exceptional leadership. According to him,” the Governor is proactive, unassuming and articulated.”

He commended Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu and his team for the infrastructural development they have brought to bear in Lagos State which is visible and palpable even to the blind.

He commended him specially for the red line rail which would be formally commissioned by President Bola Tinubu this week.

In his remarks, the Governor of Lagos State who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat thanked the NCPC boss for making Lagos his first port of call since his assumption of office at NCPC, stating that he is their own and would remain so.

He assured the NCPC boss that Lagos State would continue to support both Christian and muslim pilgrimage. According to him, “Lagos will keep supporting pilgrimage because we believe in the essence of prayer”, he said.

He admitted that a lot has happened in Nigeria in the past, but something is being done to correct it by the present administration of President Bola Tinubu. His words, “Nigeria was injured, but this is the time for the surgery and it is being done by professionals”.

Governor Sanwo Olu reiterated that the people of Lagos State voted them at the last election because they wanted a better life, hence the massive infrastructural development being put in place by the government.

The courtesy visit was graced by the Chairman Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Bishop Akinpelu Johnson, Lagos Board Secretary Mrs Florence Gbafe, Director of Administration NCPC, Barr. Sonny Ebiyaibo, Mr Sunday Udeh, Director of Operations, Mr. Celestine Toruka, Deputy Director/ Head Media and Public Relations as well as the Head of Protocol NCPC, Pastor Stephen Adewara.

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