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Akpoveta Bags Prestigious Award for Commitment to Excellence and Leadership 

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The Director General of the Delta State Contributory Health Scheme, Hon.Dr. Isaac Akpoveta has been recognized with a Prestigious Award for Commitment to Excellence and Leadership by The Pointer Newspaper.

This was made known during celebration  of the 30th anniversary of The Pointer Newspaper in Asaba.

The Director General ascribed his success in the discharge of his duty to the state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori.

While dedicating the award to the state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and to the good people of Delta state, he thanked him for finding him worthy to serve in his cabinet.

He commended the governor for paying the bills of the common man in the society that can hardly pay seven thousand naira for their health insurance and the pregnant woman that can’t pay five hundred thousand naira to deliver their child.

He extended gratitude to the state government for their intervention towards the health of all Deltans, which he said is carried out by the Commission.

“After my tenure, I want ensure that vulnerable persons who can hardly afford to attend to their health issues enjoy easy access to medical care during and after my tenure”, he said.

On his award, he said it was an indication of his diligent to work, hence it would spur him to do more better for all Deltans.

Oborevwori Tasks Delta Council Chairmen on New Minimum Wage

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has charged the 25 Local Government Council Chairmen in the State to implement the new minimum wage for workers in their respective Councils.

Governor Oborevwori gave the charge, Tuesday, during a meeting with the leadership of the Delta State chapters of the Association of Local Governments Of Nigeria (ALGON), Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE).

Also in attendance were the Auditor General (Local Government), Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the Chief of Staff, Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, the Chairman, Local Government Service Commission and the Accountant-General of the State.

The Governor noted that with the passing of the Local Government autonomy law, a lot of burden had been put on the Councils but advised that they must implement the new minimum wage for their workers effective November, 2024.

He equally admonished the Council Chairmen on the need to comply fully with the procurement law in all their procurements.

He also advised that a retreat should be organized for the enlightenment of relevant categories of officials of the Councils on issues concerning financial management which should have the active participation of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC).

The Pointer Award: Aniagwu Hails Delta Journalists 

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Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads) Mr Charles Aniagwu has sent a message of appreciation to journalists in the state and country for their support since coming into governance in 2015.

Aniagwu who was bestowed with The Pointer Newspaper Public Service Excellence Award at the 30th Anniversary of the newspaper held yesterday at Grand Hotel and Resorts, Asaba, dedicated the award to journalists in the state and country.

Aniagwu a former Commissioner for Information in the state, appreciated immediate past Governor of the State, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa and his successor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for finding him worthy to serve amidst other qualified Deltans.

Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Aniagwu said, “Let me appreciate my bosses starting with Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa who gave me the privilege to serve as his Commissioner for Information and of course the privilege I also have at the moment under the distinguished leadership of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori.

“For me to have that say in this state, I deeply appreciate these leaders because it is possible that if these positions that I had the privilege to hold is also extended to any other Deltan they could possibly perform even better than I did.

“But to be distinguished and recognised, I give God the glory and for me it is a reminder of the need to try as much as possible when you are given a responsibility to discharge it with the best of your ability.

“When such recognition is coming from my colleagues, you know the journalism profession is one critical profession that tries to examine what people do.

“So when you have your colleagues who are in the same profession agreeing that you have done well, all you need do is to give glory to God and also appreciate them for the support they extended to you.

“In my sojourn as Chief Press Secretary and the Ministry of Information I really enjoyed the support of my colleagues both those in the media and those managing the media houses, my colleagues in Government and the state.

“I give God all the glory for the kind of support I have continued to enjoy since coming into this state for the purpose of working for the state government in 2015. I feel quite excited about this recognition and I do not take it for granted.”

Speaking on the journey so far for The Pointer Newspaper, Aniagwu commended the paper for weathering the storm over the years.

“I have had the privilege of presiding over the affairs of the paper and I can tell you that there a whole lot of misunderstanding around the operations of the newspaper.

“So much needs to be done especially as they are still printing through a third party process, it will be better if we can provide them with a good printing press, so that they begin to print for themselves.

“The moment they can print the paper by themselves, it will make it easier to increase the print run, it becomes easier to be in control of their speed as well.

“Once that is done and a proper distribution facility is provided, the paper can then have their independence to go and generate their own money and ensure they remit something to the state government.

“But I can tell you that the way they are now if   assistance is not given, they may still continue to struggle to be able to meet up.

“Looking at the conditions they operate, you will appreciate the women and men who work in that establishment that they are actually putting in a lot to be able to produce on daily basis.”

More Delta Youths Enlists Into Armed Forces, Serving Nigeria – HC Trakiriowei

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…As State awareness committee for enlistment intensify efforts

Commissioner for Youth Development and Chairman, Awareness Creation Committee for Enlistment into Military and Paramilitary Services in Delta State, Barr Trakiriowei Harry ThankGod, has said that more youths are being enlisted into the armed forces and paramilitary services through the Nigerian Defence Academy, Direct Short Service and regular recruits Intake.

He made the disclosure on Monday in Asaba, when he received in audience, one of the recently commissioned officers of the Nigerian Army, and Field Engineer Regiment, Topo Badagry Lagos State, Second Lieutenant Oghenekohwo Omarayen, in his office, saying that the visit will mo doubt inspire more youths to enlist into the Armed forces.

The Committee Chairman, said the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, is monitoring the activities of the Military and Paramilitary Enlistment Committee through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, so as to ensure that more qualified Delta Youths are encouraged to make the Nigerian Defence Academy, NDA, as their first choice in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB examination.

He disclosed that his committee had intensified media awareness and sensitization campaigns in collaboration with Traditional Rulers, Local Government Council Chairmen, State Chapter of the National Youth Council, Faith-Based organisations and Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, noting that significant progress had been achieved in upscaling the number of Delta youths recruited into the Armed forces.

The State Commissioner for Youth Development assured that efforts shall be intensified to increase numbers of intake in the armed forces, the Nigerian Police Force, DSS, Customs & Exercise, Immigration and other paramilitary services.

“The awareness committee for military and paramilitary Enlistment is doing a great job, and the progress made so far shall be built upon in compliance with the firm directive of the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori.

“We are very happy that you came visiting. We are planning a role model’s day. The committee shall invite young officers like you to speak to our youths, male and female, in colleges and institutions of higher learning to take up career in the military,” He said.

In the same vein, the Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, said governor Sheriff Oborevwori is committed to ensuring that all slots allocated to the State are fully taken by qualified and eligible Youths.

He stated that career in the armed forces and paramilitary services provides full time and pensionable employments, while regular recruits can also further their education where applicable, and all fees and expenses fully paid by the military.

The Bureau DG, urged Delta Youths to apply online, free of charge, in the ongoing Nigerian Army 88th Regular Recruit Intake by logging on to; https://recruitment.army.mil.ng to fill and submit application forms online.

Earlier, Second Lieutenant Oghenekohwo Omarayen, a graduate of the Nigerian Defence Academy, NDA, who was recently commissioned as Officer of the Nigerian Army, thanked the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, for his kind assistance to students of Delta State origin at the NDA, while appealing to youths in the state to take advantage of the various recruitments into the armed forces and paramilitary services, as well as to seek admission into the NDA via JAMB.

Officer Omarayen shared his experiences, saying that career in the military is a worthy one, affording eligible citizens the opportunity to serve our beloved country, Nigeria

WUEDA’s Mobile Court On Environment Goes Tough With Sanitation Offenders At DDPA, Effurun

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By the Media Dept of WUEDA

A combined team of the Environmental Sanitation Task Force for Warri, Uvwie and Environs Special Area Devt Agency, WUEDA, led by WUEDA’s Board member, Elder Isaac Itobi, and officers of Uvwie Local Govt Environment Dept, on Thursday last week paid unscheduled inspection visits to residential and business premises at DDPA Estate, Ugborikoko Effurun.

The Mobile Court created by the State Chief Judge (Judiciary), led by the Magistrate, was on ground to prosecute anyone who breached sanitation laws.

The team condemned the nonchalant attitude of residents to the environment, and urged the people to clean and maintain their environment on a sustainable basis for a healthy living.

Before enforcement, the Agency and the Environment Task Force had served the residents abatement notices for them to officially register with the PSP providers and comply with global environmental sanitation standards.

Sanitation offenders were prosecuted by the Mobile Court for various offences such as refusal to register with PSP; failure to maintain collapsed or filled suck away facilities; and noncompliance with environmental laws and regulations.

Other offenders were ordered by the Mobile Court to report themselves at the Magistrate Court, Effurun, to face the consequences of their disobedience, and for attempting to molest the Magistrate of the Mobile Court on duty.

The unscheduled inspection visit by the combined team of the Environmental Task Force and the Mobile Court to private and corporate premises in WUEDA’s mandate areas, continues.

How Oborevwori is Addressing ‘Japa’ Syndrome in Delta Hospitals – Onojaeme 

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Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, has said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was addressing japa syndrome in the state’s owned hospitals through multifaceted approach.

Onojaeme, who was reacting to a newspaper publication titled “‘Japa’ sweeps Nigeria’s hospitals”, said in a bid to encourage more health workers in the country, the Delta State Government pays medical doctors and other health workers more than the Federal Government and other states in the country.

Onojaeme stated that Delta pays the revised Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS), without taxing the allowances of medical doctors.

According to him, Governor Oborevwori has also approved the immediate replacement of any medical doctor or other health personnel who travelled out of the country for greener pastures.

He said the Executive Order to replace the health personnel was to avoid the bureaucracy of going through the normal protocol of recruitment in the public service which may delay the process.

In his words, “Only Delta and Federal Government pays the revise CONMESS to medical personnel in the country. Governor Oborevwori is determined to make medical and health workers stay in the country to serve the nation.

“In doing so, he is not unmindful of the wage disparity and working conditions pushing the health workers abroad.

“So as he is addressing the salary challenges, he is also working to improve the infrastructure, equipments and the working conditions of the medical and health workers in the state.

“This is evident in the recent approval for the purchase of CT-SCAN at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, DELSUTH Oghara and the Central Hospital Warri.

“The state government is also carrying out a holistic rehabilitation of some hospitals and health centres across the state to ensure good working environment for health workers and patients.” Onojaeme added.

The Pointer At 30: Promote National Unity Through Your News Dissemination, Oborevwori Tells Journalists 

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori urged the mass media to consolidate on its constitutional role of balanced factual reportage and agenda setting to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy.

Oborevwori also charged the media on dissemination of news and information that promote national unity.

He made the call in his remarks at the 30th anniversary of The Pointer newspaper held in Asaba, with theme: Honouring Truth and Unity Through Excellence in Public Communication.

The Governor, who bagged The Pointer’s “Exemplary Democrat and Transformational Leadership Award” at the ceremony, emphasized that the media must speak truth to power in a civil and responsible manner, and hold political leaders accountable to the people as enshrined in the Constitution.

He urged journalists to downplay news that aggravate the religious and ethnic fault lines in the country for the sake of enduring peace and sustainable national development.

Oborevwori said: “It has been thirty years of twists and turns, trials and triumphs in the turbulent world of print journalism.  In three decades of its existence, I want to say without any fear of contradiction that The Pointer has done well in playing the traditional media roles of information, education, and entertainment.

“Even more significantly, The Pointer has been a strong ally of the Delta State Government in promoting the policies and programmes of successive administrations, while respectfully advocating for unity and peaceful co-existence.

“The media have a strong social and cultural impact upon the society; thus, it should reflect and project the positive image of the society. I dare say The Pointer has been very effective in this regard.

“I am proud to say that the newspaper has maintained strong editorial focus, professional editing, and reader-friendly layout. I am aware that many journalists who have passed through The Pointer have gone on to hold important political positions in government. For instance, my Chief Press Secretary was a reporter here for at least eight years”.

The Governor, who acknowledged challenges faced by the newspaper, said circulation had dropped with advertising patronage remained low while its online presence remained poor.

His words,”The circulation of the newspaper has dropped, advertising patronage remains low, and the newspaper’s online presence is nothing to write home about.

“As a result, the newspaper is yet to become financially self-sustaining after 30 years in the business. It continues to rely on government patronage and subventions to meet its financial obligations. This must change, especially in view of the current economic situation in the country.

“There is a compelling need for the Board and Management to review its operations with a view to making the newspaper self-supporting.

“There is a big problem when a thirty-year-old man is still dependent on his parents for survival and sustenance. I think the marketing arm of the newspaper needs to be rejigged in line with global best practices.

“There is need to have a mind shift as a matter of urgency. Even though the company is owned by the state government, it is also a business that needs to exploit opportunities in the market for profit and growth.

“In this age of new media, there is no reason why The Pointer should not have a robust, viable online presence. Most people now depend on hand-held devices for news and other information.”

He commended the Ebenezer Okorodudu- led Board for the current initiatives aimed at revamping the newspaper and tasked it to develop products targeted at different market segments to boost its revenues.

He said his administration remained irrevocably committed to openness and transparency in the business of governance, saying; “we see the press as partners in development and we are committed to providing the environment for them to continue the discharge of their duties without let or hindrance.

“The only thing we desire is that journalists should please fact-check their information with relevant government officials before publication for accuracy, fairness, and balance, in line with the ethics of the profession, and should not resort to blackmail.”

Chairman of the occasion and former Minister of Information, Prof Sam Oyavbaire, who said The Pointer Newspapers remained one of the outstanding state- owned print media in Nigeria, lauded the company for being a nurturing ground for exceptional journalists.

He challenged management and staff of the company to redouble efforts in promoting the policies and programmes of the state government, affirming that there was need for them to continue to train and retrain staff for maximum performance.

In his remarks, the State Commissioner for Information, Dr Ifeanyi Osuoza, said the newspaper had delivered on its mandate of information dissemination across the state and beyond.

Osuoza said the Newspaper had endured over the years due to the professionalism of the board, management and staff, adding that the newspaper had consistently sold out daily copies and appealed to the Governor to increase the print run.

He commended Governor Oborevwori for upgrading and maintaining the equipment for the state’s owned media outfits.

Welcoming guests earlier, Chairman of The Delta Printing and Publishing Corporation, Publishers of The Pointer Newspaper, Olorogun Ebenezer Okorodudu said the company had
consistently delivered accurate information to Deltans, the South-South and the entire Nigeria.

He said the newspaper was founded October 28, 1994 and had continued to keep faith with growing prospects of readers in print, online and PDF platforms.

Okorodudu added that 20 per cent of the newspaper’s revenue had been set aside for staff training and development, stressing that the newspaper remained pointed towards the truth, unity and implementation of the State Governor’s MORE Agenda.

Group Blasts Asari Dokubi

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… Says He Remains Unfit To Aspire For Leadership Position In Ijaw Nation

The Ijaw Consultative Assembly has carpeted Mojahadeen Asari Dokubi over his recent resolve to lead the Ijaw Nation into an alliance with Hausa/Fulani of the North, saying Ijaw Nation will not reduce itself to the point of Asari Dokubi’s leadership.

The Group made it clear that Asari Dokubo didn’t represent the Ijaw people in his recent outbursts and he should be ignored and left to stew in his juice.

In a Press Statement signed by Chief Julius Ekpokememi ( President) and Chief Tariebi Ari, ( Secretary), the group said that Dokubo’s comments were meant to incite unrest in the Niger Delta, but up to this moment, they haven’t sparked the spontaneous convulsions he contemplated, or fuelled a vista of feud between the Ijaw Nation and Odua People.

The Ijaw Nation, according to the group,has not descended so low to the point of requiring Asari Dokubo to lead it, adding that his immaturity, unstable disposition and verbose nature, cancelled him completely in any lineup to pick leaders amongst the Ijaws

Blasting him further, the group said he remains unfit to aspire for leadership in their amidst ,talk more of being at the head an alliance emissary between the Ijaw nation and the Hausa/Fulani, if ever there is to be one.

The group described Asari as uncouth, and exhibits the likeliness of a buffoon, and therefore cannot lead anyone in the 21st century, except barbarians and said that
those who aspire for leadership must exercise self restraint, be reserved, good natured and must not display love for filthy lucre.

It stated that with avarice written all over him, Asari at the inception of the Tinubu administration, goaded himself pompously, making audacious and embarrassing press statements in the Presidential Villa, on behalf of the new administration, without authorization, adding that it was good riddance to a bad rubbish when the President without much ado eased him out of the Villa surroundings and, “Ever since his oust, he has been craving attention”.

“It is in fact unclear who appointed Asari Dokubo the Ijaw nation’s leader, or its spokesperson. His incendiary and inflammatory rhetoric only serves to seek attention from the Federal Government. His activism has for long lost credibility, and his influence is limited to a handful of illiterates, miscreants and thugs”, the group said.

Here Is The Full Statement By The Ijaw Consultative Assembly:

IJAW NATION WON’T REDUCE ITSELF TO THE POINT OF ASARI DOKUBO’S LEADERSHIP

The ever garrulous, talkative, Mojahadeen Asari Dokubo, recently went a notch further in his regular tirades, bumbling about a self assigned resolve to lead the Ijaw Nation into an alliance with Hausa/Fulani of the north.

He cited past alliances that existed between the North and Ijaw pioneer leaders of the 1950s/1960s.

Asari’s burst of temper came on the heels of the reconfiguration of the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, to accommodate development agencies recently created for other zones, by the federal government, and renamed, Ministry of Regional Development.

In a recent video making the rounds on social media, the vociferous Asari saw the innovation as an aberration – a sacrilegious affront against the people of the Niger Delta Region, most especially the Ijaw Nation, by the President Tinubu led federal government.

Asari whined endlessly of the change as a Yoruba agenda to abort the existing template adopted for the Niger Delta region’s development – a design to whittle down the geopolitical zone’s progress and interest.

Asari Dokubo called the federal government action a Yoruba betrayal of Ijaw People.

Asari opined that new nomenclature tends to derail the original intent and purpose for the establishment of the Niger Delta Ministry.

The Mojahadeen is entitled to his opinions, even if he spoke from both sides of the mouth. We know he once talked glowingly of Ahmed Tinubu before and after the general elections of 2023.

However, we don’t know where the bus left him, which led to this doublespeak.

The Dokubo’s comments were meant to incite unrest in the Niger Delta, but up to this moment of putting pen on paper, they haven’t sparked the spontaneous convulsions he contemplated, or fuelled a vista of feud between the Ijaw Nation and Odua People.

His self-serving outburst has had little or no impact.

It is in fact unclear who appointed Asari Dokubo the Ijaw nation’s leader, or its spokesperson. His incendiary and inflammatory rhetoric only serves to seek attention from the Federal Government. His activism has for long lost credibility, and his influence is limited to a handful of illiterates, miscreants and thugs.

The Ijaw Nation has not descended so low to the point of requiring Asari Dokubo to lead it. His immaturity, unstable disposition and verbose nature, cancelled him completely in any lineup to pick leaders amongst the Ijaws.

He remains unfit to aspire for leadership in our amidst – talk more of being at the head an alliance emissary between the Ijaw nation and the Hausa/Fulani, if ever there is to be one.

Asari is uncouth, he exhibits the likeliness of a buffoon, and therefore cannot lead anyone in the 21st century, except barbarians.

Those who aspire for leadership must exercise self restraint, be reserved, good natured and must not display love for filthy lucre.

With avarice written all over him, Asari at the inception of the Tinubu administration, goaded himself pompously – making audacious and embarrassing press statements in the Presidential Villa, on behalf of the new administration, without authorization.

It was good riddance to a bad rubbish when Mr. President without much ado eased him out of the Villa surroundings. Ever since his oust, he has been craving attention.

We hope Mr. President indulges him soon.

In consonance with the foregoing, Asari coming out to rant about Yoruba betrayal of the Ijaw Nation sounds like an old wives tale. It bears no weight nor a resemblance of truth. It is a mere figment in his warped mind. They say a drowning man would clutch even at a straw to stay afloat. Asari Dokubo didn’t represent the Ijaw people in his recent outburst. He should be ignored and left to stew in his juice.

The Federal Government and Armed Forces are to blamed for failing to address his audacious display of armed followers. In reality, Asari’s grievances stem from unmet personal expectations, particularly financial gains, from the President Tinubu’s administration.

His ego bruised from being ignored, Asari’s rantings therefore target Mr. President. However, educated and rational Ijaw individuals see through his manipulations. The Presidency should continue to disregard his outbursts as those of a frustrated man accustomed to living off public funds.

The former militant leader has no loyalty for anyone. Whatever he does is for personal gains. He was chased out of Yenagoa by the youths once led, when he tried to host a youth meeting. It was because they don’t trust him. Asari has never done any honest work in his entire checkered existence. Yet he has piled up wealth over the years – all through rascality.

Rather than build a university in Ijaw Land, he chose Benin Republic. An investment that could have benefited the region, in terms of employment and education. How can such a duplicitous man say he is a leader. A leader of who? He only supports courses for pecuniary motives.

Asari Dokubo is therefore a villain, a pariah and betenoire in the Ijaw nation. Ijaw or Izon means truth and integrity, traits which he lacks. How can such a fellow say he wants to head a team for Ijaw alliance with the Hausa/Fulani?

SIGNED:

CHIEF JULIUS EKPOKEMEMI
PRESIDENT

CHIEF TARIEBI ARI
PUBLICITY SECRETARY

Oshimili South Celebrates Excellence and Dedication

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Today marked a momentous occasion as friends, families and well wishers gathered at The Grand Hotel Asaba to honour one of our finest leaders in the person of Ogbueshi Dada Okonji who is the immediate past Oshimili South PDP lga Chairman.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Pointer Newspaper, Ogbueshi Dada Okonji was recognized with the Prestigious Award for Commitment to Excellence, Leadership and Public Service, a well-deserved tribute to a man who has for long dedicated his life to the growth and progress of his community and beyond.

This award signifies more than a recognition as it is a testament to Ogbueshi Dada Okonji’s unwavering dedication to leadership, service and display of the ideals of The People’s Democratic Party (PDP). As the former PDP Chairman of Oshimili South, he had played a pivotal role in fostering unity, building trust, and implementing transformative initiatives that have impacted positively in the lives of many. His integrity, vision, and dedication has made positive difference in his community as he continues to inspire those around him with his passionate commitment to public service.

On this remarkable 30th anniversary of the Pointer Newspaper, we not only celebrate a publication that has continuously upheld the values of truth and information, but we also honour a leader who embodies these same principles in his service to the people. The Pointer Newspaper has been a voice for our people and today, it lends that voice to recognize one of our own for his tireless dedication and exemplary service.

Some notable political leaders including the incumbent PDP LGA Party Chairman in the person of Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu, the incumbent Council Chairman Chief Dr. Obi Kelvin Ezenyili, Sir. Tobechukwu Okonkwo, RT. Honourable Michael Okonji and a host of other top leaders and well wishers graced the occasion.

A big Congratulations to Ogbueshi Dada Okonji! May your legacy of excellence, fairness and commitment continue to inspire and pave the way for future generations IJN .

Today, Delta State celebrates you as we thank you for your incredible contributions. Here’s to many more years of impactful leadership and service!

~Oshimili South PDP Media Support Group ~

DTSG, Oborevwori Urges Adults To Participate in Hypertension, Diabetes Screening Exercise

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…As State Bureau commences media awareness campaign across Delta State

Delta State Government has appealed to all adults, 18 years and above to make themselves available for the compulsory hypertension and diabetes screening exercise, scheduled to hold across the state, from 28th October to 3rd November, 2024.

The exercise is in compliance with the Federal Ministry of Health’s directive to all States Ministry of Health in Nigeria, under the Project 10 million campaign with the theme: Know Your Numbers, Control Your Numbers, wherein State Health Ministries are expected to screen all adults, 18 years and above to determine their status.

Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Barrister Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, in a statement on Sunday, said the Bureau had commenced intensive media awareness campaign across the state, through radio jingles, talkshows and other sensitization strategies, encouraging all adults to take advantage of the hypertension and Diabetes screening exercise.

He said the screening exercise is free of charge, and that medical personnel and officials from the Delta State Ministry of Health will be conducting the screening daily at designated centers across the state’s three senatorial districts, and 25 local government areas.

He further stated that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had emphasized the need for all Deltans, regardless of political affiliation, religion, or ethnicity to participate, adding that health is wealth, which is why government will continue to take quality healthcare delivery seriously as encapsulated in the governor’s MORE Agenda.

According to Oghenesivbe, it’s essential for all adults to participate, as hypertension and diabetes are significant health concerns, saying that studies showed that diabetes affects approximately 422 million adults worldwide.

The Bureau Chief disclosed that the screening exercise shall take place in the following designated screening centres; Delta State Secretariat along Mariam Babaginda Way Asaba, all State Government Hospitals, Federal Medical Centre, FMC, Asaba Specialist Hospital, Government House Clinic, Police Clinic, SSG’s Office, Head of Service Office, all Universities, Polytechnics, Colleges of Education and other institutions of higher learning across Delta State.

The hypertension and diabetes screening exercise shall also take place in all churches, mosques, market places, prisons, public health centers, and in all Local Government Council Secretariat across the state, Oghenesivbe said.

“All adults, 18 years and above are strongly advised to make themselves available at designated screening centres nearest to them for the hypertension and diabetes screening exercise to determine their status.

“His Excellency the Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, is concerned about the health of all Deltans, irrespective of political affiliations, religion or ethnic nationality, and he directed the State Ministry of Health to ensure that the screening is free of charge, meaning that government will bear the cost.

“Officials and medical personnel from Delta State Ministry of Health under the able leadership of the Honourable Commissioner, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, will be positioned at all designated screening centres to conduct the hypertension and diabetes screening exercise on daily basis, from 28th October to 3rd November, 2024,” the statement added.

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