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God Sent Me To Fight Cultism In Edo State- Gov. Okpebholo

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By Ben-Whyte Iminabo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Sunday, said God sent him to fight cultism in the state.

Okpebholo stated this at a special thanksgiving mass marking the second year in office of the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, and commemorating Father’s Day celebration.

The governor said that if fighting cultism required muscle and strength, he would not be the one to fight the scourge in the state, noting that God sent him to do so.

He said he was convinced that his position was divinely ordained, particularly in the ongoing fight against social ills.

Agbebaku reiterated the legislative arm’s commitment to a strong working relationship with the executive, while appreciating the attendees, particularly the governor despite his demanding schedule.

Earlier in the service, awards of honour were presented to Okpebholo, alongside Agbebaku, the Deputy Speaker, and the Majority Leader of the House.

Massive Turnout At Delta North APC Meeting Signals Growing Support For Senator Ned Nwoko

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Delta State — The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta North witnessed an unprecedented show of solidarity as thousands of party faithfuls, stakeholders, and supporters gathered in a historic political event hosted by Distinguished Senator Prince Ned Nwoko.

In an interview granted by Arise TV, Dr. Michael Nwoko, Chief of Staff to the Senator, described the turnout as unmatched in the political history of the district.

What we are witnessing here today is an unprecedented gathering of party faithfuls, supporters, stakeholders, and leaders of the APC in Delta North Senatorial District — as well as many from other parts of the state,” Dr. Nwoko said.

“We initially planned for about 2,200 constituents, but over 5,000 people turned up. Even after bringing in 1,000 extra chairs in addition to the 4,000 chairs at the venue, many were left standing. This is a clear indication that the people of Delta North have come out en masse in support of the party — and in solidarity with Distinguished Senator Prince Ned Nwoko.”

Dr. Nwoko emphasized that while the event was convened by the senatorial chairman in line with APC structure, it was hosted by Senator Nwoko — whose popularity and influence were on full display.

This isn’t just a political meeting; it is a powerful expression of love and support for the party and Senator Ned Nwoko,” he continued. “Among those present were dignitaries from other senatorial districts, including the State Party Chairman, who also expressed amazement at the turnout.”

He concluded with a confident projection of the party’s future in the state:

Delta is APC. Delta North is APC. The Senator has clearly received a vote of confidence from the people, and there is no doubt that he is on course to return in 2027 as the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District.

2027: Tompolo Endorses Tinubu For Re-election

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High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027, describing the president as a visionary and transformational leader who deserves another term to consolidate on his achievements.

Tompolo’s endorsement was contained in a goodwill message delivered on his behalf by Mr. Edgar Daniel Biu at the World Press Conference of the PBAT Door-To-Door Movement held at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja. He noted that Tinubu’s administration has recorded remarkable successes that have positively impacted various sectors of the nation’s economy and promoted national unity.

According to Tompolo, the president’s economic reforms have not only rescued the national economy from imminent collapse but also improved the ease of doing business and fostered shared prosperity. He highlighted the prevailing peace and stability in the Niger Delta, attributing it to the president’s commitment to development and security in the region.

Tompolo commended Tinubu’s administration for its decisive action against crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and sea piracy, which, he said, had disrupted oil production and stifled socio-economic growth in the past. He expressed confidence that Tinubu would achieve even more in a second term, urging Nigerians to rally behind the president to ensure continued delivery of democratic dividends.

The PBAT Door-To-Door Movement, he said, is aimed at mobilising nationwide support for Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, stressing that collective participation and unity of purpose are crucial to the success of the mission. Tompolo called on members of the movement to stay committed to its noble objectives, declaring, “Together, we will succeed. We cannot afford to fail.”

APC Stakeholders Passes Vote Of Confidence On Tinubu, Oborevwori, Nwoko

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Ahead of the 2027 general ele tion, leadership of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Delta North have passed a vote of confidence on the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori; and the Senator representing Delta North in the National Assembly, Sen. Ned Nwoko.

This took place during the meeting with stakeholders and members of the Party at Idumuje -Ugboko in Aniocha North Local Government Area .

The motion for a vote of confidence on them was moved by Hon.Nicholas Ossai,former member House of Representatives, Ndokwa/Ukwuani federal constituency and seconded by APC stalwart Chief Felix Ndukwe, from Oshimili North Local Government Area.

The meeting had in attendance, the state APC Chairman, Chief Omeni Sobotie and attendees drawn from the nine local government areas of Delta Nort

They unanimously acknowledged the social impact of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Oborevwori’s M.O.R.E Agenda and Nwoko’s legislative excellence in the lives of the people.

Speaking, Senator Ned Nwoko harped on the need why Tinubu should be supported by Nigerians.

The Federal lawmaker who just marked two years in office, said his central motivation remained the well being of the populace, irrespective of political leaning, tribal cleavage or social class.

Senator Nwoko re-echoed his commitment to the creation of Anioma state and expressed optimism that the age-old quest would be a reality,to the delight of all.

According to Nwoko, social justice and good governance represented the core values of the Tinubu administration.

” There are high prospects of development and genuine progress under the present administration. Nigeria is on the path of economic and social prosperity ,inspite of our challenges. We must all continue to support the government,through cooperation and collaboration.

“Anioma state is possible. Majority of the people in Delta North today want Anioma.Most states across Nigeria are poised to back Anioma .We have the goodwill of the president.We have the support of the Senate and House of Representatives.

“The Senate public hearing on the bill for the creation of Anioma will hold from 4th to 5th next month,July in Uyo ,Akwa Ibom state

” Let me use this opportunity to encourage all to attend.I stand for history and equity. It is not agitation for personal glory. It is a compelling movement for our common good”

Various speakers at the occasion including the Delta North APC party Chairman,Chief Eluaka Adizue; former Speaker Delta state house of Assembly Rt.Hon.Victor Ochei, ex- lawmaker, Engr Doris Oboh; Hon.Nicholas Ossai,Rt.Hon.Olise Imegwu and Chief Emma Ejiofor and Hon .Moses Kamaya harped on party unity, love and oneness ahead of 2027 general elections.

The meeting, had the state APC Chairman, Chief Omeni Sobotie in attendance and attendees drawn from the nine local government areas of Delta North

Dignitaries at the Delta North APC rotational meeting included Hon.Nzozi Okolie,member House of Representatives, Aniocha/ Oshimili federal constituency, Barrister Chiedu Ebie, Board chairman ,Niger Delta Development Commission, (NDDC);Chief Emmanuel Eboh , Dr.Mrs.Anthonia Ashiedu, Chief Mrs.Adaora Giwa-Amu,Mrs. Mercy Almona Isei, Dr Tony Nwaka, Hon.Chamberlain Dunkwu and Chief Johnson Opone,former President General, Ndokwa Neku Union,amongst others.

DTHA 2nd Anniversary: We Are Committed To Effective Delivery Of Our Constitutional Mandate-Guwor

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Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis, has said that the legislatures of the 8th Assembly have been commited towards effective and efficient service delivery of their constitutional mandate.

Guwor disclosef this during a press briefing to mark the end of the 8th Assembly midterm, at the state House of Assembly Press Centre in Asaba.

He said members of the 8th Assembly which commenced a new legislative journey two years ago with promise, expectations, a commitment to deepen democracy and enhance good governance, has delivered their constitutional duties of lawmaking, representation and oversight in the Second Session.

He said they have delivered their constitutional duties of lawmaking, representation and oversight of other arms of government.

Guwor said members of the 8th Assembly prioritized representation but not neglecting lawmaking and oversight, adding that they align with the Executive arm in delivering infrastructural and human capital development in all the twenty nine constituencies in the state.

“The House was able to achieve this feat through the power of appropriation enshrined in section 121 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as altered). In doing so, the House subjected the 2025 Appropriation Bill presented by His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, to scrutiny and analysis, and appropriated funds, for implementation of the policy, programmes and projects of Government in line with the M.O.R.E Agenda”.

The Speaker noted that there was no Constituency in the State that has not benefited from the appropriation of funds by the House in terms of government projects.

“In order to process and pass bills that meet international standard, we emphasize capacity building of the bureaucracy by training and retraining of the staff. These trainings are also extended to legislative aides of Members as well as Honourable Members themselves. In the period under review, we have trained Committee Clerks in report writing, organizing investigative and public hearing, and oversight functions. The House has also trained legislative aides to Honourable Members in legislative practice and procedures”.

He revealed that the management staff of the House were trained in parliamentary administration and management by the foremost legislative institute in West Africa sub region, the National Institute For Legislative and Democratic studies, Abuja. The newly elected executives of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Delta State chapter, were also accorded training in industrial harmony in the workplace.

While highlighting bills received and passed by the House in the period under review. He said the House received a total of sixteen Bills, eight Executive Bills and eight Private Member’s bills. Out of the sixteen Bills, seven were passed by the House and six of them were assented to by His Excellency, the Governor; while one is being prepared for the assent of the Governor. The remaining eight are under going consideration by the House.

He added that nine bills that were received by the House in the First Session scaled Third Reading and Passed  and were also assented to by the Governor in the period under review. The bills passed and assented to by the Governor were the Delta State Child Rights’ ( Amendment) Law, 2024; 2023 Amended Revised Appropriation Law, 2024; Delta State College of Health Technology Ovrode Law, 2024; Southern Delta University, Ozoro ( Establishment) Law, 2024; Appropriation Law, 2025; Supplementary Appropriation Law, 2024; Delta State Film and Video Censor’s Board Law, 2024; Delta State Registration and Regulation of Private Vertinary Clinics Law, 2024; Special Offences Court (Amendment) Law, 2024; Delta State Pet Control and Responsible Ownership Law, 2024; Delta State Human Trafficking ( Prohibition) Law, 2024; Delta State Electricity Power Sector Law, 2024 amomgst others.

ASP Robinson Julius: Honouring And Celebrating A Gallant Cop On Democracy Day

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By Patrick Ochei

One of the illustrious journalists of all times in the history of journalism practice in Nigeria, Ray Ekpu said, “When you give honour to whom honour is not due, you take away the incentive to work honestly for honour”.

The above quote contradicts a situation where honour is not deserved. However, in the case of ASP Robinson Julius, Head of the CP Olufemi Abaniwonda’s Special Assignment Team, the award presented to him today by a Selected Team of Professional Newsmen during the Eye-On-Security symposium, being the second edition of the Democracy Day lecture on Security was well deserved.

Why is this very award highly important and well deserving? This is because the man that is being celebrated, ASP Robinson Julius has been in the news since January when he was saddled with the responsibility of going after criminal herders in the guise of kidnappers and armed robbers.

Since the assignment within the period under review, he and his team had neutralized several kidnappers and recovered more than 16 AK-47 rifles.

It may interest you to know that Robinson’s team was the same that killed the four kidnappers that masterminded the kidnap of an American based medical personnel, Dr. Michael Igwebuike Nwaesei who was in Issele-Uku to execute his organisation’s (IANA) medical mandate for the people of Issele-Uku.

Interestingly too, it was this same team that trailed and neutralized the kidnap gang that abducted and killed a female realtor, Esther Ojoh at Ibusa, near the Admiralty University.

The above exploits and accomplishments are no less than the numerous arrests his team had recorded in a bid to sanitize Delta with a view to making it safe and free of crimes and criminality.

Meanwhile, observers at the media award have adjudged the award to ASP Robinson Julius as not only a special gift on Democracy Day, but a well deserved honour to keep him motivated in serving his motherland and making sacrifices towards the resilient effort of security agencies in curbing insecurity.

Air Peace Calls On FAAN To Release CCTV Of Oshimole’s Drama At MMI Airport

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The management of Air Peace Airline has called on the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to release CCTV of Oshimole’s drama at Muritala Mohammed Internationsl Airport.

In a press statement, it stated that the release the CCTV coverage starting from the time Senator Oshiomole entered the airport will be good for Nigerians to see.

As his accusation of extortion was very defamatory. His conduct was very violent, unbecoming, unfortunate and above all, shameful.

“Our attention has been drawn to the deliberate falsehood being peddled by Senator Adams Oshiomole against Air Peace”.

The Senator lied blatantly when he accused Air Peace of extorting its passengers. We challenge Senator Oshiomole to bring one evidence of a passenger that was extorted, it stated.

“None of our staff ever extorted any passenger. In fact, no ticket was sold after the closure of check-in on that flight. Everyone who flew bought their ticket prior to the flight closure”.

Again, our flight was never overbooked as some of his videos alleged. In fact, the aircraft took off with over thirty (30) empty seats. It would have been in our interest to carry Oshiomhole and those others who missed their flights for lateness on this flight, instead of flying many empty seats; but we will never sacrifice our strict on-time performance for monetary gains.

It’s absolutely false that he was offered preferential treatment and that he was fighting for others. Senator Oshiomole was not fighting for anyone. He came to the airport late and was told that he was late. He then began to forment trouble. He jumped on the baggage conveyor belt preventing the check-in process of other flights. He also barricaded the entrance gate and prevented access to the terminal. While he was doing all these, he also deliberately instigated other passengers against the Airline.

All Set for Burial Ceremony of Mrs. Susan Caulker

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All arrangements have been finalized for the burial ceremony of the late Mrs. Susan Caulker (Nee Irede), a devoted family woman and pillar of strength in the Urhuoka-Abraka community, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.

The Service of Songs in honour of the 63 years old, Mrs Susan Caulker who died on Monday March 24, 2025 will mark the beginning of the burial ceremony

The funeral Programme includes a Vigil Mass, Requiem Mass, and Thanksgiving Mass. The detailed Programme is as follows:

According to the Burial Arrangements signed by Mr Stanley Irede and Miss Rukevwe Caulker, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 , at 5:30 PM, a Vigil Mass will be held for her at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Otokutu, Ughelli South LGA.

They said that on Friday, June 13, 2025,at 10:00 AM, there will be a Requiem Mass at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, Urhuoka-Abraka, followed by a reception at the Urhuoka-Abraka School 1, Urhuoka-Abraka.

They added that on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 8:30 AM, Thanksgiving Mass to cap up the burial ceremony will take place at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Otokotu

“We are expecting Family, friends, and well-wishers to gather to pay their final respects to Mrs. Caulker, celebrating her life and legacy of kindness, humility, and love”, they said.

Mrs Susan Caulker a trained teacher and business woman is survived by husband, children, grandchildren, aged mother, brothers and sisters, including a veteran journalist,Mr Dennis Otu ( her immediate younger brother) and host of other relations.

Anioma State Within Reach, Says Asagba, Lauds Nwoko’s Commitment

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By Authentic Ojuwa
The Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Obi Prof. Epiphany Azinge (SAN), has expressed profound appreciation for Senator Ned Munir Nwoko’s performance at the National Assembly, describing him as a proactive and visionary lawmaker whose passion for Anioma’s development is evident in his actions.
The monarch made the remark on Sunday during a courtesy visit by Senator Ned Nwoko to the Asaba Palace.
He praised Senator Nwoko for his efforts in championing the bill to upgrade the Asaba College of Education (Technical) to a full-fledged University of Technology, despite it not being in his immediate community.
In his address, the Asagba said, “On behalf of Asaba people, I say thank you for the successful public hearing on the bill to upgrade Asaba College of Education (Technical) to a full-fledged University of Technology. I was unable to be there, but I have since been fully briefed. Thanks for championing that cause.
“Ordinarily, a university will not be your concern, you’re running a private university already, nor is the university located in your own immediate village. This rightly demonstrates your passion and your commitment to the total well-being of Anioma people. Ndi Asaba will remember this for a long time to come, as it will come to fruition.”
The monarch also hailed the senator’s commitment to the creation of Anioma State, describing his approach as driven and sacrificial.
“Also, you have pursued Anioma State with missionary zeal. We commend you for the enthusiasm, the dedication, the commitment you have shown so far. Historically, Asaba people have always been in the forefront of changing the narratives.
“When Chief Dennis Osadebe championed the Anioma state creation, at that point in time, many people did not believe in that vision, even till date. As we reflect, we look at the history of what he and the likes of Dr. M.I. Okpara amongst others did.
“But like you rightly posited, everything falls in place at the right time. Perhaps you’re the one destined to actualize this, and it will happen in your time. As a people, Ndi Asaba are used to this noble undertaking, and this will not be a departure from what we’re used to – supporting the creation of Anioma State”, he said.
Obi Azinge, a constitutional law expert, also assured that the traditional institution would play its role in rallying grassroots support.
“I understand all the nuances of state creation. I believe you have clearly enunciated most of them. I do understand that traditional rulers have a role to play, not just in supporting but in getting our subjects to also support. I don’t think that will certainly be a problem.”
He also revealed the outcome of his previous engagement with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“When I met with the President on the 20th of March, his responses underscore what you’re saying. His thinking is in sync with your plans.”
On the recent political realignments, he noted. “With the merger of the two political parties, we must proceed as one family in this quest. The likelihood is there that Anioma State is going to materialize, and I also take cognizance of the fact that the realignment, that is the number of two-thirds majority required to ensure that a state is created, your group is close to to achieving that within the APC family. That is an added advantage, and nobody can take that away or take it for granted.”
The public hearing on the Anioma Bill has been scheduled for July 4th and 5th in Uyo by the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution.

Agunwa Charges Youth To Be Active In Governance

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The President General of the Delta Youth Coalition (DYC),Chibuzor Agunwa, also known as Mr. Dash has  charged youths to be active in governance.

Agunwa gave the charge during the inauguration of executives members of the student youth wing from some of the local governments that were yet to be inaugurated in the DYC student wing.

Hr said it was youth o’clock and the right time for them to be represented in governance, ahead of the 2027 general elections, so as to achieve victory.

Agunwa said as key factor in electioneering, they should take thier place in ensuring good governance.

“As it stands right now, we must screen any candidate that we are supporting, so if you are a good candidate, of course, we’ll give you our maximum support as DYC”.

“DYC will not just support you because you are coming in to come and siphon public funds or to, you know, misdirect the vision of what we are pursuing”, he said.

He advised the youths to go to their various local governments and begin to converse on the right for the youth to come out and cast their vote during the election.

On her part, the  Ward 5 DYC Women Leader, Evangelist Comrade Mrs. Happy Okolo advised them to be active in every political activities in thier various Local Government Areas.

She also enjoined them to ensure that they have their voter’s card as it their weapon and also identify with their Local Government Council Chairman and ward chairman.

Some of the inaugurated executives who spoke, pledge to deliver on the vision of DYC.

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