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Eid-el-Fitr:  Ogbueshi Dada Okolo Felicitates With Muslim  Faithful 

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The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oshimili South Local Government Area, Ogbueshi Dada Okolo, has sent warm greetings to Muslim faithful in Asaba and across the country as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr.

In his message, Ogbueshi Okolo congratulated Muslims for successfully completing the Ramadan fast, noting that the period was one of prayer, sacrifice, and devotion to Allah. He praised their discipline and commitment, describing it as a good example for others to follow.

He urged Muslim faithful to continue to show love, peace, and unity in their daily lives, stressing the need for peaceful coexistence among all residents of Oshimili South and beyond. He also encouraged them to keep praying for the peace and progress of Delta State and Nigeria.

Ogbueshi Okolo further assured the people of Oshimili South of the APC’s commitment to serving everyone fairly and promoting development at the grassroots, while wishing all Muslim faithful a happy and peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Delta Devt: Ijaw Leader Appeals to Gov Oborevwori To Reconsider Projects In Ijaw Areas from the ₦400bn Projects

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A prominent Ijaw leader and environmental rights advocate, Chief (Comrade) Mulade Sheriff (PhD), has appealed to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to urgently reconsider and expand the distribution of projects recently approved under the state government’s over ₦400 billion infrastructure development plan, to ensure fair inclusion of Ijaw communities in the state.

Chief Mulade made the appeal in a press statement over the weekend, while reacting to the list of projects recently approved by the Delta State Executive Council across several local government areas.

According to him, while the approved projects cover many parts of the state, the Ijaw riverine/rural areas appear largely left out, despite their enormous contributions to the economic strength of Delta State and Nigeria through blue economy, oil and gas resources.

“The renowned Delta state-born human rights and development advocate, Comrade Mulade said about 90% of the 400 billion would comes from the rural/riverine communities but are shortchanged and deprived from the beautiful developmental projects”

Mulade acknowledged that the state government approved several road constructions, rehabilitations, erosion control works, market infrastructure, housing projects, judicial facilities and educational developments across Warri, Uvwie, Udu, Ughelli, Okpe, Sapele, Asaba, Ika, Ndokwa, Isoko and other areas of the state.

The projects include the reconstruction of Warri Internal Ring Road Phase 2, rehabilitation of parts of the Trans-Warri Ode-Itsekiri Road, construction of roads in Ekpan, Udu, Ughelli, Oghara, Abraka, Asaba, Sapele, Kwale, Agbor and other communities, as well as institutional projects such as construction of hostels in state universities, judges’ quarters, police divisional headquarters for all 25 local government areas, and the completion of the Senate/Administrative Building at Delta State University, Abraka.

However, the Ijaw leader expressed concern that major riverine communities in Ijaw areas did not receive commensurate people-oriented infrastructure, despite the huge natural resources derived from the region.

He noted that aside from the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road project, which is being jointly pursued by the Delta State Government, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Chevron Nigeria Limited, the newly approved projects did not sufficiently address the pressing infrastructural needs of the Ijaw axis of the state.

Chief Mulade said, “It is imperative to state that Ijaw areas contributes over 50% of the economy of the state and the nation through oil and gas and blue economy resources, yet critical infrastructure remains largely absent in our riverine areas.”

He stressed that the absence of strategic infrastructure such as roads, bridges and social amenities continues to slow down economic growth in Ijaw communities and worsen the hardship faced by residents.

According to him, improved connectivity in the riverine areas would stimulate economic activities, boost commerce, enhance security and strengthen the political and social integration of the region within Delta State.

Mulade therefore urged the state government to consider approving and prioritising key infrastructure projects in Ijaw areas, particularly those that would link several coastal communities and unlock economic potential in the region.

Among the projects he recommended for urgent approval and completion are:

A matching order for the completion of the Ayakoromo Bridge, a strategic infrastructure that would significantly improve access between riverine communities and upland areas.

“I wish to strongly appeal to His Excellency, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori to reconsider and approved the road linking Burutu town, headquarters of Burutu LGA–Ogulagha Community, hosting Forcados Terminal, which is a strategic commercial nerve of the Delta economy, thereby creating a vital transportation and commercial corridor for several coastal communities; Construction and linking of Kurutie community, hosting the popular Nigerian Maritime University, Kurutie Campus –Oporoza–Ogidigben–Yokri Road, which would link up with the existing Yokri–Obotobo Road and significantly improve mobility across Ijaw and Itsekiri communities that would strengthen bonds and peaceful coexistence .

“It is painful to imagine, understand or believe the reasons behind the total marginalisation, deprivation and neglect of the Egbema kingdom Ijaws in Warri North LGA in all ramifications. Your Excellency, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Please kindly permit me to strongly and sincerely appeal to your indefatigable office to change the narrative by give sense of belonging through projects inclusivity”

He emphasised that such projects would transform the economic fortunes of the riverine/rural communities by opening up the area to investment, trade, tourism and agricultural development.

Mulade also called on Ijaw political leaders, traditional rulers, stakeholders and elected representatives to intensify advocacy, constructive engagement and lobbying to ensure that development reflects the contributions of the ijaw nation in the state.

He said, “Ijaw leaders must summon the courage to speak truth to power, lobby and demand for development. Our resource contribution should reflect critical and sustainable infrastructural development in our land. The lack of infrastructural development and social amenities is affecting our economic growth and weaken our collective prospects, which continously deplete our electoral values and political advancements”

The Ijaw leader nevertheless commended Governor Oborevwori for ongoing development efforts across the state and expressed hope that the administration would demonstrate fairness and inclusiveness by extending more impactful projects to the riverine communities.

The Ibe-Sorimowei of Ancient oil-rich Gbaramatu Kingdom, concluded by urging the governor to revisit the project distribution template under the ₦400 billion infrastructure programme and ensure equitable development across all ethnic nationalities and regions of Delta State, particularly the Ijaw areas.

Nigeria Rising Through Strategic Global Partnerships and Enterprise Empowerment – Odii

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In a defining moment for Nigeria’s economic advancement, the Director-General/CEO of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Charles Odii, yesterday met with the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, at Geneva, Switzerland, to advance discussions on strategic global partnerships and enterprise empowerment.

The meeting was a convergence of influence, vision, and national purpose.

At the heart of the engagement was a shared resolve to elevate Nigeria’s small and medium enterprises; the true engine of the nation’s economy.

Across markets, workshops, farms, and digital platforms, millions of Nigerians continue to build daily against the odds, firmly positioning the country within the landscape of global opportunity.

As reflected in the spirit of the dialogue, “when the right structures meet the resilience of our people, growth is no longer a projection; it becomes inevitable.”

Discussions focused on unlocking bottlenecks that limit growth, opening pathways into international markets, and aligning Nigerian businesses with global standards.

“The goal is clear: to ensure that Nigerian entrepreneurs do not merely participate in global trade, but define their place within it.”

With clarity and purpose, both leaders explored integrated strategies to strengthen Nigeria’s value chains from local production to global distribution laying the groundwork for sustainable economic expansion.

Emphasizing a people-centered approach, Charles Odii noted that “this is about building a system where effort is rewarded, innovation is supported, and every Nigerian entrepreneur has a fair opportunity to succeed.”

Nigeria stands at a pivotal point where leadership is intentional, youth-driven energy is embraced, and the future is being deliberately built; not by chance-
but by design.

Connecting the Creeks: Oborevwori Delivers Strategic 31-Kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road

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By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq

On a humid Tuesday of 13th March in Delta State’s riverine belt, jubilation rippled through communities long defined by isolation. For many residents, the inauguration of the 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road was more than a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, it was a long awaited reconnection to opportunity, movement, and visibility.

At the centre of the moment stood Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, who used the occasion to frame the project as part of a broader mission: rewriting the development story of Delta’s riverine communities. For decades, these areas crisscrossed by creeks and defined by difficult terrain have struggled with poor infrastructure, limiting economic growth and access to essential services.

“We are resolved to rewrite the story of our riverine communities,” the governor declared, his words echoing across a crowd of residents, political leaders, and traditional rulers who had gathered to witness what many described as a historic intervention.

A Road Through the Swamp

Stretching across multiple local government areas, including Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Patani, Burutu, and Bomadi, the newly reconstructed road is not just long in distance but ambitious in design. Built to withstand the challenges of swampy terrain, the project required extensive engineering: sand filling, soil stabilization, reinforced concrete structures, embankment protection, and asphalt surfacing.

The road varies in width from 6.5 to 10.3 metres, with hard shoulders in select sections, features that signal durability and modern planning in a region where roads often succumb to the elements.

For commuters and traders, the transformation is immediate. What was once a slow, risky journey marked by potholes and waterlogged paths is now a smoother, faster corridor linking communities and markets.

Beyond its physical structure, the road represents an economic lifeline. Improved connectivity is expected to reduce travel time, lower transportation costs, and open new channels for trade. Farmers can move produce more efficiently, businesses can expand their reach, and residents can access healthcare and education with fewer obstacles.

The governor Oborevwori emphasized that infrastructure like this is central to economic growth, connecting rural producers to urban markets and encouraging investment in previously neglected areas. Local leaders echoed this sentiment.

Hon. Dagidi Andaye, Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Council, described the project as unprecedented in recent memory. According to him, the area had not seen such significant infrastructure in over 16 years, a gap that underscores the scale of neglect residents have endured.

While the Ohoror–Bomadi Road took centre stage, it is part of a wider development agenda. Governor Oborevwori highlighted ongoing and completed projects spanning roads, bridges, education, and power, all anchored on his administration’s MORE Agenda focused on fairness, justice, and equity.

He revealed that the State Executive Council recently approved projects worth over N400 billion across key sectors, including infrastructure, health, education, power, judiciary, and security. In the power sector, efforts are underway to extend transmission lines and install transformers, reconnecting communities that have been without electricity for over a decade. Security, too, is on the agenda, with plans to establish police divisions across all 25 local government areas and a Special Protection Base to enhance safety.

For residents, the impact of the road is already tangible. Community leaders such as Nicholas Mutu and James Manager joined others in praising the governor’s efforts, noting that the project has eased long-standing hardships caused by poor access and high transportation costs.

Traditional ruler, HRM Pere Luke Kalalanama and other stakeholders described the road as a symbol of inclusion, evidence that riverine communities are no longer being left behind. Their endorsements also carried a political undertone, with assurances of continued support for the governor and Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.

As the crowd dispersed and vehicles began to ply the new road, a sense of cautious optimism lingered. For years, development in Delta’s riverine areas has been more promise than reality. Now, with a tangible project cutting through the swamp, many are hopeful that this marks a genuine turning point.

The newly commissioned 31-Kilometre Ohoror-Bomadi Road stands as a powerful symbol, a stretch of asphalt binding together communities and perhaps, at last, bridging the gap between neglect and progress.

The Writer, Dr (Barr) Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, is the Director General, Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications, Governor’s Office Asaba.

Oborevwori Inaugurates 31 kilometres Ohoror-Bomadi Road Amidst Praises

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared that his administration is deliberately rewriting the development story of riverine communities through massive infrastructure investments and people-focused projects, policies, and programmes.

The Governor made the assertion during the commissioning of the reconstructed 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road, a strategic corridor linking Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Patani, Burutu, Bomadi and Burutu Local Government Areas.

Oborevwori described the project as a major milestone in his administration’s resolve to ensure equitable development across all parts of the state, particularly the historically underserved riverine areas.

“We are resolved to rewrite the story of our riverine communities. Our administration is committed to ensuring that sustainable development gets to every part of the state, regardless of terrain or location,” he insisted.

He noted that the road project would significantly boost socio-economic activities in the affected communities by improving connectivity, facilitating trade, and enhancing access to essential services.

According to him, the project will positively impact at least five local government areas, opening up economic opportunities and reducing travel time across the region.

The Governor emphasized that infrastructure development remains a critical driver of economic growth, noting that improved road networks would connect farmers to markets, attract investments and strengthen rural-urban integration.

Providing details of the project, Oborevwori explained that the scope of work included extensive engineering interventions tailored to the swampy terrain, such as sand filling, soil stabilization, concrete reinforcement, embankment protection and asphalt surfacing. He added that the road spans widths of between 6.5 and 10.3 metres, with hard shoulders in some sections.

He also highlighted other ongoing and completed projects across the state, including roads, bridges and educational infrastructure, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to delivering the MORE Agenda anchored on fairness, justice and equity.

Oborevwori disclosed that the State Executive Council recently approved projects worth over N400 billion across critical sectors such as infrastructure, health, education, power, judiciary and security.

On power supply, the Governor said his administration is taking proactive steps to address electricity challenges through policy reforms and infrastructure upgrades, including the extension of transmission lines and installation of transformers in previously underserved communities.

He revealed that some communities that had been without electricity for over a decade have now been reconnected to the national grid, improving living conditions and economic prospects.

The Governor also announced plans to strengthen security across the state, including the construction of police divisions in all 25 local government areas for State Police and a Special Protection Base to enhance safety.

Earlier, Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the 31-kilometre road project traverses multiple communities and features modern engineering solutions designed to ensure durability in difficult terrain.

In his welcome address, Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Council, Hon. Dagidi Andaye, expressed appreciation to the Governor for what he described as a historic intervention, noting that the area had not witnessed such a project in over 16 years.

He said the road would drastically reduce accidents, improve livelihoods and ease the movement of people and goods across the state.

Speaking on behalf of the people, community leaders and stakeholders including, Hon. Nicholas Mutu, Senator James Manager, Hon. Oboro Preyor, HRM Pere Luke Kalalanama and 1st Vice Chairman of Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, and Mrs Flora Brisibo, commended the Governor for his inclusive governance style and commitment to development, assuring him and President Bola Tinubu of their continued support and massive votes in the 2027 elections.

They noted that the completion of the road has brought relief to residents, many of whom had suffered economic hardship due to poor access and high transportation costs.

The event drew a large crowd of residents, political leaders and traditional rulers, reflecting widespread appreciation for the project and its expected impact on the area.

DTSG To Complete Abandoned DELSU Senate Building

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…Approves Hostels for Tertiary Institutions

The Delta State Government has approved the construction of male and female hostels across nine state-owned tertiary institutions as part of efforts to address accommodation challenges faced by students.

The State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the end of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.

Professor Tonukari described the decision as a significant step forward for students and their parents, noting that the rising student population in the state’s tertiary institutions has made hostel accommodation a pressing need.

He said recent figures presented during the convocation ceremonies of the three newly established universities in the state showed that the three institutions alone currently have about 40,000 students.

According to him, the growing enrollment has placed enormous pressure on available accommodation facilities within the universities.

Tonukari noted that Delta State University, Abraka currently has more than 35,000 students, while its hostel facilities can only accommodate about 2,000 students, adding that the newer universities have even fewer hostel spaces, capable of housing only a few hundred students.

To address the challenge, the Executive Council approved the construction of two hostel blocks, one for male students and one for female students in each of the nine state owned tertiary institutions.

He said the initiative was part of Governor Oborevwori administration’s effort to significantly reduce accommodation shortages and improve the learning environment for students across the institutions.

The Commissioner further disclosed that the council also approved the reconstruction and completion of the abandoned Senate Building at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka.

According to him, the project was originally awarded in 2010 but had remained uncompleted for several years before the latest intervention by the state government.

“Today, that building has been approved for reconstruction and completion, which is very good news for the university,” Tonukari said.

Also speaking, the State Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Godknows Angele, assured that the Ministry of Housing would ensure effective supervision and timely delivery of the approved projects.

Angele assured that the ministry would work diligently to ensure that the projects are executed efficiently and delivered within schedule.

The approvals form part of the Delta State Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure development across critical sectors, particularly in education.

Chinedu Mayor Enujeko Applauds Sheriff Oborevwori for Approving Umuordi–Abuedo Road and Key Infrastructure Projects

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A community leader and public affairs advocate, Amb. Chinedu Mayor Enujeko, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State and newly appointed Assistant Chief Commissioner of Scout Nigeria, has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, for approving the construction of the strategic Umuordi–Abuedo Road in Ubulu-Unor, alongside other important road projects across Aniocha South Local Government Area.

In a statement released to the public, Enujeko described the governor’s decision as a major milestone in the ongoing infrastructural transformation of rural communities within the local government area. According to him, the Umuordi–Abuedo road has long been a critical route for residents, farmers, traders, and commuters who rely on the road to connect different quarters and neighbouring communities.

He noted that the approval of the project will significantly improve accessibility, ease the movement of agricultural produce to markets, reduce transportation difficulties faced by residents, and stimulate economic growth in Ubulu-Unor and surrounding communities. He further emphasized that good road infrastructure remains a key driver of development and social integration.

Ambassador Enujeko also commended the Delta State House of Assembly for their remarkable role in ensuring that the swift approval process for the road projects progressed smoothly. He acknowledged the legislature’s commitment to supporting policies and initiatives that directly impact the welfare and development of communities across the state. He stated that the collaboration between the executive arm of government and the state legislature demonstrates a shared vision for sustainable development in Delta State, adding that such synergy is essential for delivering meaningful dividends of democracy to the people.

Enujeko further called on residents of Aniocha South Local Government Area to continue supporting the present administration, noting that the governor’s development agenda is already yielding tangible results in many parts of the state.

He concluded by expressing optimism that the approved projects will not only improve transportation and connectivity but will also contribute to the long-term socio-economic growth and development of Aniocha South Local Government Area and the wider Delta State.

Elumelu Consults APC Leaders In Oshimili South 

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Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oshimili South Local Government Area have received a House of Representatives aspirant for Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, Ndudi Godwin Elumelu, during a consultative meeting with party executives ahead of the party’s forthcoming primaries written by Oshimili South media team.

The meeting, which was organized at the instance of the aspirant and coordinated by the Oshimili South APC Chairman, Ogbueshi Dada Okolo, also known as Igwe Omenife, served as a formal consultation between Elumelu and the leadership of the party in the local government area.

The gathering attracted several party leaders and stakeholders including the member representing Oshimili South in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Bridget

Anyafulu; the leader of the party in Oshimili South and Special Adviser to the Governor on Peace Building and Conflict Resolution, Edwin Uzor; Hon. Darlington Ijeh; Hon. Ikechukwu Maduemezie; Hon. Shedrack Rapu; the State Treasurer of the party, Ogbueshi Anselm Oniawa; Chief Eloke Asiegbu; Hon. Izuka Okonkwo; Obi Agbogidi Dr. Ikechukwu Nwajei, alongside party executives from the eleven wards of the local government area.

Rt. Hon. Elumelu attended the meeting with members of his campaign organization including the Director General of his campaign, High Chief Nnamdi Darlington Ijeh, and the Assistant Campaign Coordinator, Hon. Austin Chikezie, as well as other supporters and members of the campaign team.

Addressing the gathering, Elumelu commended the Oshimili South APC chairman, Dada Okolo, for his leadership and coordination of party affairs, describing him as a unifying figure in the local government area. He also appreciated the ward chairmen for their dedication and cooperation with the party and appealed to the executives to support and nominate him as the party’s candidate for the House of Representatives seat representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency.

The aspirant highlighted some of his achievements during his previous tenure, including the provision of electricity infrastructure such as step-down transformers and solar street lights in Asaba, contributions to the security and health sectors with the construction of a College of Nursing Sciences, and the provision of 72 housing units for personnel of the State Security Service.

He also noted the establishment of vocational centres across the constituency and reaffirmed his commitment to the development of Oshimili South, which he described as his home community.

In his remarks, APC chairman Dada Okolo appreciated the aspirant and his campaign team, assuring him of support while expressing confidence that the party would produce the best candidate through a credible process.

NIPR SLAM holds Monday 16 via Zoom 9am

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The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations cordially invites fully registered delegates of both WPRF Abuja 2026 and NPRWeek 2026 to participate in the NIPR Strategic Leadership Acceleration Masterclass (SLAM 1).

The theme of the virtual event is Repositioning Nigeria’s PR Profession for Global Leadership Ahead of WPRF Abuja 2026.

In a press statement signed by the  Registrar, Secretary to Council, Chief Uzoma Onyegbadue, fnipr, it revealed that the date is 16 to 19th of March 2026 and the time  is 9:00 am to 5:00 pm WAT

This strategic leadership programme forms part of Nigeria’s global repositioning of public relations practice and supports preparations for WPRF Abuja 2026, APRA AGM 2026, the Global Alliance Standards, and national reform initiatives following the release of the NRPI 2025 Report.

Late Obiageli Anene To Be Buried March 20

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The family of late Mr Emmanuel Anene has announced the burial program of their beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and mother-in-aw. late Mrs Cordelia Okwuchukwu Obiageli Anene who passed away at the age of 74.

According to the funeral arrangements realised by the family of late Mr Emmanuel Anene of Ire-ndi-agu village, Ogidi in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, the burial activities will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026 with a Christian wake and service of song to be held at her husband’s compound in Ire-ndi-agu village, Ogidi, Anambra State.

The funeral rites continues on Friday, March 20, 2026 with body leaving the mortuary for her husband’s compound, where family members, friends and well-wishers will gather for funeral service. This will be followed by internment at her husband’s compound in Ire-ndi-agu Ogidi.

Late Mrs Cordelia Okwuchukwu Obiageli Anene is survived by children, grand children great grandchildren, brothers,sisters and other relatives.

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