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Ejinyere Reads Riot Act To WUEDA Staff On Hard Work, Competence, Professionalism , Dedication To Duty- towards achieving Governor Oborevwori’s More Agenda for Oil City

By WUEDA Media

The Director General of Warri, Uvwie and Environs Special Area Devt Agency, (WUEDA),  Hon. Prince Godwin Ejinyere has charged workers in the Agency to shun all forms of indiscipline in the workplace to avoid unpleasant consequences. The WUEDA DG gave the charge on Tuesday at an extraordinary general meeting with the Agency’s staff, where issues that affected productivity were raised and discussed.

While frowning at habitual lateness to work, absenteeism without permission, and other forms of gross indiscipline, the WUEDA DG charged the Director of Admin and Finance, Mr. Simon Esi, his Project and Works counterpart, Engr. Ofoeyenor Bemigho, and other principal officers of the Agency to up their games and discipline every un-serious staff in their departments to serve as a deterrent to others.

He said the charge was in line with the Governor’s desire for a productive and disciplined Civil Service in the State. The DG hinted that the Governor recently met with the heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, raising a red flag and urging them to be serious with their jobs and ensure discipline in their various offices.

Hon. Prince Ejinyere considered the claim by one engineer that he was allegedly sidelined by his head of department, as an unacceptable excuse for poor performance, warning him to sit up or risk demotion to the rank of a technical officer. The affected engineer and two other defaulters, pleaded for leniency, and promised to be dedicated to work going forward.

Citing an architect in the Agency as an example, Prince Ejinyere warned all WUEDA staff against working elsewhere while still working in the Agency, stressing that “the Civil Service forbids such a fraudulent act,” and that any offender in that regard would be sanctioned according to Civil Service rules.

While commending some WUEDA staff for their diligence and dedication to duty, the DG promised that such workers would be rewarded in due course. He said he would not allow lazy and lousy staff to draw the Agency backwards, as the Agency was already in the good books of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.

He advised WUEDA staff to work together in love, unity, effective communication with their various heads of departments, as well as mutual respect for one another towards achieving sustainable productivity. He commended some workers for the spirit of friendship among them, advising others to emulate same.

He charged every staff to man his or her duty post effectively and efficiently, urging them to be ready for emergencies at all times. He advised all department heads to attend to official files promptly, describing delay as an enemy of organizational progress.

On the need for effective project supervision, Prince Ejinyere, an engineer, told WUEDA’s team of engineers to avoid assumptions when scoping a project to forestall costly errors. He said supervision of projects must be done diligently in line with specifications in the Bill of Quantity, so as to deliver quality projects. He warned that WUEDA would not compromise on standards, so he also would not tolerate or allow indiscriminate issue of certificates, by any engineer of the Agency to contractors for unfinished or shoddy jobs.”

He said “whistle blowers are now everywhere in Delta State, so I advise you to be cautious at all times to avoid being sanctioned.” Prince Ejinyere said in order to maximize the gains of organizational communication, he would henceforth hold unscheduled periodic operational meetings with heads of departments in the Agency with a view to identifying the needs of their various departments for prompt attention.

During the meeting, the Director of Admin and Finance, Mr. Simon Esi officially introduced officers newly posted to the Agency, and the DG warmly welcomed them with a charge on them to key into the More Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for WUEDA’s mandate area.

One Needs Property Limited Pays Common Entrance Exam Fees For All Primary Schools In Oshimili North LGA

By Ajuwa Victor

The true worth of a man is the way he treats people who are absolutely in need. If you care about people in need, you are actually making a contribution to the development of the nation. We need to give life back to the people. We need to see how we can use the available resources for everybody; create opportunities for all and care especially for those who are truly in need. The gap between the rich and the poor should be bridged. Those of us blessed with material resources need to share with others. We must strike a balance with our resources.” This is the Philosophy of Stanley Chukwudumebi Otoma the CEO,One Needs Group of Companies.

Real Estate Company popularly known as One Needs Properties,has paid the 2025 Primary School Leaving Certificate Examination (Primary Six Exams) registration fees for all the primary school students in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State.

One Needs Properties paid the fees for over 1,500 candidates for the forthcoming examination for the various schools.

The philanthropist and Chairman of One Needs Properties Limited,Stanley Chukwudumebi Otoma who made the good gesture during a visit to the school, said the move is a personal commitment for him to empower the next generation as well as contribute to the educational development of Delta State.

Otoma expressed that he is passionate about creating opportunities for young people to excel academically and unlock their full potential.

“Education is the foundation for a brighter future, and I believe every child deserves the opportunity to pursue their dreams, regardless of financial constraints.

“With this in mind, I paid the first School Leaving Certificate Examination fees for over 1,500 students for all the primary School in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State.

“This is my heartfelt commitment to empowering the next generation and contributing to the educational development of our dear Oshimili North Local Government Area.

“I am passionate about creating opportunities for young people to excel academically and unlock their full potential.

“To me, these students represent the hope and future of Delta, and I am honoured to play a part in their journey toward success,” he stated.

He said his compassionate gesture aims to support underprivileged students, ensuring they have access to quality education and a brighter future and urged the beneficiaries to view the support as a motivation to excel in the examination, giving their utmost effort to achieve academic success.

Otoma urged well-meaning Deltans to “keep investing in our youth and help them achieve greatness and call on corporate organizations and individuals to give back to the society.

“I thank the schools’ management and staff for their hard work and urge the beneficiaries to study diligently, excel in their examinations, and inspire us to do more.

In their separate remarks, the Chairman of Association of Primary School Heads of Nigeria (AOPSHON),Comrade Chima Ugochukwu Anthony and Comrade Ogoh Augustine,National Deputy President(AOPSHON)applauded One Needs Properties for this generous acts of paying Millions of Naira for all the primary school pupils in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State.

They expressed their heartfelt appreciation for his kindness, acknowledging the significant impact his gesture will have on students’ education and future prospects.

“Stanley Chukwudumebi Otoma the CEO,One Needs Group of Companies has responded to pupils call,“We are grateful to One Needs Group of Companies for this kind gesture. And we extend our prayers to Otoma on behalf of our students and parents for this kind gesture. And we know that providence will surely pay him back,” an elated Comrade Chima remarked.

Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission Celebrates One Year of Impactful Leadership

The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) celebrated the one-year anniversary of Bishop Stephen Adegbite’s leadership as Executive Secretary on February 5, 2025.

Bishop Adegbite was appointed as the fourth substantive Chief Executive of the Commission on January 4, 2024, and formally assumed office on February 5, 2024.

In his remarks during the celebration, Bishop Adegbite expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and Vice President Senator Kasim Shettima for the confidence reposed in him.

He commended the management and staff of the Commission for their unwavering support, emphasizing that teamwork is essential for progress. “A tree cannot make a forest,” he said.

Bishop Adegbite assured that the Commission will continue to prioritize Israel as the ultimate pilgrimage destination and maintain its stance on zero abscondment of pilgrims. He emphasized the importance of good conduct among pilgrims, stating that anyone traveling with the Commission must be a good ambassador of Nigeria.

The celebration featured the unveiling of a special edition of the Nigerian Pilgrim Magazine, goodwill messages from dignitaries, and the cutting of an anniversary cake.

Prominent guests, including Ambassador Dr. Simon Dolly, Senator Rev Amos Yohanna, and Pastor Timothy Ademola of the Renewed Hope Agenda, attended the event at the NCPC Corporate headquarters in Abuja.

The Observer: Edo State Governor takes Over Management Of Printing Press From Obaseki’s Consultant

Edo Government has taken over the management of the state-owned Printing Press, Nigerian Observer from the Consultant appointed by the immediate past administration, Chike Madueke-led Fountain Brook Publishing Limited.

This was to enable staff of the media house who had earlier been redeployed to the Ministry of Information to return back to their office.

The Governor, Monday Okpebholo has handed over the printing press to the management team of The Observer led by its General Manager, Sylvester Oboh.

While assuring the people of Edo State of quality news reportage, the governor who was represented by the State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Paul Ohonbam said he will ensure that the newspaper gets to the grassroots, keeping the people abreast of happenings.

“We are all excited to be here today to retrieve the printing press and strategize on training of staff on its operations. We assure Edo people of quality news,” he said

In his remarks, the Chief Executive Officer of Fountain Brook Publishing Limited, Mr Chike Madueke-led, noted that the hand-over of the Observer Newspaper printing press to the Edo State Government was the right thing to do, because it is the property of the government.

“Our concern about the printing press is handling the press. It is divided into three, one is for printing flex banners; the second one is for printing calendars, and books; and the third is for printing newspapers.

Highlight of the event was the formal handover of the documents and keys to the three printing presses to the state government.

Highlighting the challenges of the printing press, the Acting General Manager of the Nigerian Observer Newspaper, Sylvester Oboh, said since November 2024, the organization had suffered many challenges, one of which was the absence of self-serving printing press.

Present at the handing over ceremony was the Chief Press Secretary to the state Governor, Mr Fred Itua, and Directors from the Ministry of Information and Communication and other top government officials.

LGSC To Train 175 Officers

The Delta State Local Government Service Commission is mounting a 3-day training workshop/seminar at the Wetland Hotel Ughelli, in Delta State.

In a circular letter signed for the Commission’s Chairman, Hon. Dcn Joseph Otirhue by the Director of the Training Department,Mrs Scholastica Bolum, says ,the Seminar shall be commencing at 9:00am on Tuesday 11th to end Thursday 13th February 2025, with the Seminar title”Place of Fiscal Responsibility In The Promotion of Fiscal Discipline For Efficient & Effective Service Delivery”.

According to the letter, 175 Personnel have been invited from the 25 Local Government Councils in the State to participate in the Seminar.
Furthermore, the letter specifies that, the 2nd in command to the Heads of Personnel Management, Heads of Works, Environment and Budget Planning Research and Statistics Departments as well as Apex Nurses, Internal Auditors with Officers in Charge of Salaries are the target audience.
The letter added that, attendance to the seminar is mandatory and participants are to be seated before 9:00am, as opening formalities shall commence immediately.

Atiku Care Foundation Now Bin Abbas Care Foundation

The popular Atiku Care Foundation which served purpose of humanitarian services for former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is now changed to Bin Abbas Care Foundation.

According a statement by the founder, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, the change of name was effected at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) on Thursday February 6.

“We wish to inform the general public that we have changed the name of the Atiku Care Foundation to Bin Abbas Care Foundation.

” This came into effect of February 6, 2025, following the need to expand our humanitarian services to the larger majority of Nigerians, ” he said.

He explained that the foundation was established in 2016 and has as its Board of Trustees (BoT), Sa’ad Khadijah Aliyu, Abdulkadir and Aliyu Bin Abbas.

“Following the change, an edited certificate of incorporation has been issued by CAC,” he informed.

Idumuje Ward 8 Passes Confidence Vote in Oborevwori, says Ward remains PDP Stronghold

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Ward 8 comprising Idumuje Unor, Idumuje Ugboko and Aniofu, has passed a vote of implicit confidence in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State for “his humane leadership style, promotion of peaceful co-existence and sustainable development across the State.”

This was part of resolutions reached at a meeting of the Ward leaders and other stakeholders held Friday at Idumuje Unor in Aniocha North Local Government Area.

Addressing the people, the leader of Ward 8 and former Chairman, of PDP Aniocha North, Ogbuefi Nnamdi Mohanye, expressed joy for the enduring unity among the party members and said the Ward would remain the epicentre of PDP in the Local Government Area and beyond.

Also speaking, the State Commissioner for Special Duties (Government House), Dr.Ifeanyi Osuoza, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has the best interests of Ward 8 and other parts of the State at heart. He urged the people to stand resolute for PDP and assured them that they would gain the dividends of democracy through necessary empowerment and social development initiatives.

In a motion for a vote of confidence in the Governor, moved by Sir Jossy Honnah , Executive Assistant on special duties to the Governor and seconded by Comrade Norbert Chiazor, Executive Assistant on Media to the Governor,the stakeholders upheld that Oborevwori deserved their collective support every step of the way ahead of 2027.

The gathering affirmed that Governor Oborevwori had “effectively governed the State barely two years since assumption of office, through the provision of social infrastructure and human capital development”.

On PDP to APC defection of Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, who hails from Idumuje Ward 8, the members said the Ward, which is one of the largest by voting strength in Aniocha North, remained the traditional home of PDP beginning from the 1990s and expressed optimism that it would keep standing as a stronghold of PDP.

The stakeholders drawn from Idumuje Unor, Idumuje Ugboko and Aniofu, numbering over one thousand, reiterated their loyalty and support to the PDP-led government of Oborevwori.

The meeting also expressed gratitude to the Oborevwori administration for finding some Idumuje indigenes worthy of elective offices and appointments.

While commending Governor Oborevwori for his development efforts so far, the Ward leaders appealed to the State Governor to expedite action towards approval and construction of a strategic access way at Idumuje Unor, Oseji Road named after a former Supreme Court Justice from the community who passed away in 2021.

Also in attendance at the meeting were the Vice Chairman Aniocha North Local Government, Lady Nneka Dibia, SSA Orientation, Mr. Owen Junior Dibia, other appointees, councillors as well as all the executives of PDP Ward 8 led by the Chairman, Comrade Clement Chiazor among others.

D-CARES Database Rises To 247,000 Beneficiaries

In an effort to provide economic stability and ameliorate the plight of needy persons, the Delta Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) programme has recorded a high rate of 247,000 beneficiaries in its database.

The State Coordinator of the Project, Delta Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) programme, Lady Patience Ogbewe, revealed this to Journalists while playing host to members of the Indigenous Correspondents’ Chapel (ICC) of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council at her office in Asaba.

She said the rise in number of beneficiaries was to provide critical financial and social support to vulnerable individuals and businesses across the state.

Lady Ogbewe said it was in line with the governor’s commitment to economic recovery, stability and ensuring that more citizens benefit from targeted interventions designed to mitigate the impact of economic hardship.

According to her the number of direct beneficiaries increased from 36,353 to 110,841 and currently stands at 247,000 within a ten-month period in the year 2024.

The state Cordinator of D-CARES commended the state Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his pivotal role in facilitating the smooth implementation of the programme.

She also expressed her gratitude to the members of her team and the Chairman, D- CARES Steering Committee and Hon. Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr. Sonny Ekedayen, for their commitment and cooperation on the project,

Ogbewe described passion and total commitment as her driving force towards making the project a success, as she is always fulfilled whenever lives are touched through the project.

Earlier, the Chairman of ICC, Comrade Kenneth Orusi, in his speech commended the State Cordinator and management team of D-CARES for reaching out to vulnerable persons at the grass root.

He also appreciated the Communication Officer, Comrade Kenneth Obieh, bridging the gap between the media and D-CARES and for ensuring transparency and open communication.

The Chairman appealed for incorporation of members of his Chapel into the programmes of D-CARES.

“Many of us are not just journalists but also small business owners striving to contribute to economic growth. The recent empowerment initiatives are commendable, but we hope to see more inclusivity in future distributions”, he said.

He also appreciated the state government for maintaining the integrity of this initiative, ensuring that it serves the people without political interference.

Breaking: Anarchy Looms as Ibusa Youth Electoral Committee List Altered 

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

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.

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