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Atuwatse III Hosts King Oyo Of Uganda

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By Toju Apoh

In what can be described as part of Africa’s Renaissance and preparation for Elevate Africa Global leaders for Transformative Dialogue (ongoing), His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR, the Olu of Warri, hosted King Oyo of the Kingdom of Tooro in Uganda at his palace in Warri.

Notably, in recent years, the Olu of Warri has been observed to foster intercultural ties with traditional rulers of various kingdoms across national borders in Africa.

We can recall that the Olu of Warri had previously been to Uganda to visit the Kingdom of Tooro, which paved the way for the two kingdoms to establish intercultural connections.

Appreciating the significance of the occasion of King Oyo’s visit, the Olu, in his address to King Oyo and his entourage at his palace in Warri, said, “this doesn’t happen too often in Nigeria, and it’s sad because this is something that should happen frequently.”

He remarked, “when I was privileged to visit Uganda last year, and I met your president, Mose (Yoweri Kaguta Museveni), there was something he said that really touched me. It was a confirmation of a conviction that I have always had. But to hear the leader of another African country say it, my eyes and my mind were really open to it. And he said, Africa is really a land of kings. Oh! And he said, Our kings all over this continent should step up to bringing the continent together so that we see that we are truly similar and united, and the world tries to present it as though we are so divided and different.”

The Olu continues, “what we have in Africa that is really our own, our identity, our culture, all over this continent. And no matter how different ideas will come and go as they have done over centuries, our culture and our identity, it remains the same. Today, East Africa has come to West Africa. There is a lot of powerful symbolism in that.”

While appreciating the warm reception by the people of Warri, the Special Assistant to King Oyo, Prince Jonathan Bugama presenting King Oyo’s address at the occasion, said, “We love culture, our King is a custodian of culture that is why we are all paying attention to the great culture of the people of Warri. We love and enjoyed the cultural dances.

He continued, “We celebrate every 12th of September a day that His Majesty King Oyo was crowned. So it’s the greatest King Day in the Kingdom of Torro. And we pray and hope with His Majesty’s visit, we probably will be blessed to host the great King of Warri, and I think the people of Torro would be very happy to host the people of Warri in the Toro Kingdom.”

Highlights of the occasion was the presentation of an artifact of the traditional royal boat to King Oyo.

Amongst King Oyo’s entourage were Fabrice Brad Rulinda Mayor of Entebbe, Hon. Joan Kanya Kantu, Minister of Tourism for Tooro Kingdom, Bugama Jonathan Special Assistant to King Oyo amongst others.

Otirhue Speaks On Need To Update Health Care System

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Chairman, Local Government Service Commission, Hon. Dcn. Joseph Otirhue has harped on the need to improve the health care system to meet with the demand of time.

Otirhue made this known during the opening ceremony of the two day workshop seminar in collaboration with Desnavick Resources Enterprise for environmental health officers, nurses and chews serving in Delta North senatorial district at Olorogun Felix Ibru Secretariat hall in Asaba, Delta State.

He said it would help them keep up with modern updates in hygiene and environmental cleanliness to mitigate the scourge of deadly diseases.

The Chairman said the health care givers ought to learn about safe handling of infected patients and disposal of contaminants in their clinics to avert aiding the further spread of infectious diseases, hence the need for the training on “emerging environmental health risks: issues and challenges in the 21st century”.

Otirhue highlighted the risks and hazards facing the society as large scale natural disasters human environment interaction which has given rise to widespread environment changes, adding that it has impacted negatively on the health sector leading to widespread pandemic as well as unwarranted death to many using the case of COVID-19 pandemic and the current outbreak of monkey pox in about 27 states of the federation as example.

Otirhue said training tends to produce a roadmap that would add value to existing system and structures in each of the twenty five Local Government Areas.

According to the Chairman, the participants through the workshop, would be exposed to emerging and extant policies that will raise the standard of hygiene to levels that would safeguard lives and properties of the citizenry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Strength Lies In Inclusivity and Commitment” As Oshimili South PDP Chairman Addresses Party Faithful

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In what may be referred to as a family interactive session where heartfelt feelings and solutions to issues were raised, party faithfuls have been reminded of their responsibility in strengthening The People’s Democratic Party in Oshimili South local government area of Delta State.

Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu who is the PDP Chairman, called on elected and appointed party members to consult widely prior to embarking on projects and supporting the party more regularly in terms of finance. He pointed out the deplorable state of the roads leading to the Council and party Secretariat as projects that ought to be given urgent attention in order to cushion the challenges faced over the years by motorists who ply those roads likewise residents living within and around those neighbourhoods.

Various speakers like Hon. Shedrack Rapu who suggested that temporary measures by the local Council could be taken to address the deplorable state of some roads within the local government and Elder Chukwuma Bielonwu who proferred solutions regarding mediation between the party and the local Council on the way forward were applauded for their contributions.

It was also stated clearly by the leader of the legislative arm of the local government, Rt. Hon. Michael Okonji that some approvals had been granted by the Council Chairman in the person of Hon. Chief Dr. Obi Kelvin Ezenyili for the rehabilitation of some roads but faced challenges of poor banking network issues which has not only delayed such rehabilitation works but also delayed payments of salaries to local government staffs.

A key point of the interactive session was the agreement between elected and appointed party members on the payment of monthly party dues as Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu rounded up the session by stating clearly that he holds no grudge against any member of the party but says things as they are and wants the party to be better placed and prepared well ahead of future elections.

~Oshimili South PDP Media support group ~

Oborevwori’s Aide, Arimobi Blames High Rate Of Runs Girls On Parent

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The Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Female Youths Development and Convener, ‘The Power of Her’, Amb. Engr. Miracle Arimobi, has placed the onus of the rising rate of runs girls in the society on parents.

Arimobi made this known while addressing Journalists during the media parley at the NUJ Press Centre in the state capital.

She said negligence in responsibilities as parents has led to the rising rate of call girls in the society.

She said following a statistics report, it was discovered that 90 percent of call girls in the state capital were not Deltans.

According to her, most of the girls parading along the busy DBS road at night time to trade with their body were persons from across the Niger.

She said that many of them were from Imo, Anambra and Enugu State, adding that just few persons were from Delta State.

According to her, many of them were been lured into the act by pressure from parents, adding that poor parenting has resulted to their involving in prostitution.

She urged parents and guardians to show greater commitment in the up bringing up of their children and wards, but any child around them in the fear of God.

Speaking on her upcoming event, scheduled for October 18, 2024, with the theme “Sheriff Dey With Her”, she said it would give hope to the girls by raising leaders amongst them

While calling for support from the NUJ, the founder of the ‘Power of Her’ said the event will feature the female Vice Chairmen across the Local Governments, wives of Council Chairmen, female Commissioners, female members of the State Assembly, the Secretary to the state government, Kingsley Emu, amongst others.

Speaking earlier, the Union Chairman, Comrade Churchill Oyowe, said the media parley was meant to interface with public office holders and also for them to inform the publics on their performance.

 

Gov Oborevwori Fulfilling Electioneering Campaigns Promises To Deltans- DG

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…Says Sapele Content Creator not in Detention, released same day

As the dry season approaches, Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori will upscale rehabilitation and reconstruction of roads across 25 local government areas of the state in fulfilment of his electioneering campaigns promises to the people as encapsulated in the MORE Agenda.

Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, gave the assurance on Tuesday in an interview with a national radio station in Lagos, saying that governor Sheriff Oborevwori is already fulfilling his electioneering campaigns promises to the people.

Regarding the recent controversy surrounding a Sapele content creator, Mr Uge Elo Kenneth, the Bureau DG clarified that the young man was apprehended, questioned and released same day by law enforcement agents on their own accord, not on the order of Governor Oborevwori, pointing out that law enforcement agents have various reasons to question individuals in accordance with subsisting laws.

He assured that governor Oborevwori, a core democrat and strong advocate for freedom of expression, would never order the arrest of a citizen simply because he complained about the deplorable state of road in his area or constituency, noting that there is a strong connection between the governor and the people.

Oghenesivbe disclosed that there are several roads in Sapele, currently being rehabilitated or reconstructed to enhance free flow of traffic within Sapele township and environs, while more roads are to be attended to during dry season across the state.

The Bureau DG further stated that governor Oborevwori is determined to ensure that bad roads in Delta State are either rehabilitated or reconstructed in phases throughout the lifespan of his administration, and subject to availability of funds, while also focusing on other sectors of the state economy.

He assured that the MORE agenda of the current administration shall continue to impact positively on the state infrastructural development, and economic well-being of the people, urging all well meaning Deltans irrespective of political affiliations to join hands with the governor to Advance Delta beyond 2027.

“Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is a core Democrat with sound knowledge of democratic principles, a Justice of the Peace, and a well grounded grassroots politician.

“He is well informed politically, and adheres strictly to rule of law, freedom of expression, and also recognizes the rights of the governed to demand good governance, equitable distribution of resources and dividends of democracy.

“The Sapele Content Creator was never arrested on the order of the governor of Delta State. Governor Oborevwori will never give such orders, because of his sound knowledge of fundamental rights of citizens. He is a passionate leader with a heart of gold.

“The young man was questioned and released by law enforcement agents on their own accord, and in the discharge of their constitutionally assigned responsibility, and in accordance with relevant sections of the Police Act, and other subsisting Laws.

“Governor Oborevwori was a lawmaker and Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly for almost seven years. He is well grounded. Above all, he is father to all Deltans.

“People should desist from linking the content creator’s arrest to Delta State Governor and the state government. His MORE agenda is for all Deltans, including the content creator.

“The content creator exposed himself to health hazards by bathing in contaminated water, which is not the best way or strategy to attract government attention. There are better and responsible options.

“He must never again expose himself to infections and diseases in the course of doing his daily business of content creation. Gov Oborevwori cares about his health. Health, they say, is wealth.

“Delta State Governor welcomes constructive criticism that would enable government upscale infrastructure and socioeconomic development. It serves as feedback necessary for good governance,” Oghenesivbe said.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ogwashi-Uku Crises: Onyeme Suspends Clan Chiefs, Inaugurates Commission Of Inquiry

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The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Monday, inaugurated a Commission of Inquiry to look into boundary disputes, and communal clashes in Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom and its neighbouring communities.

The acting Governor at the occasion which took place at Government House, Asaba, stated that all activities of clan chiefs (Okwabanis) installed in the affected areas and beyond by the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku have been suspended pending the outcome of the proceedings of the Commission of Inquiry.

He said, “it is with a heavy heart that I address you this morning. In recent weeks, the usually peaceful community of Ogwashi-Uku has been embroiled in internal crises bordering on kingship and land ownership tussles.

“Tragically, lives and property have been lost in the ensuing conflicts that defies common sense and logic.

‘The matter was extensively and exhaustively deliberated upon in the last State Security Council meeting and the outcome of that meeting is why we are here today.

“As you all may be aware, Enhanced Peace and Security is one of the cardinal programmes of this administration’s MORE agenda, so, we will stop at nothing to ensure that we nip in the bud anything that will destabilise the state and truncate our developmental aspirations.

“Having examined the facts of the disputes as presented by the contending parties and stakeholders, the State Security Council resolved to constitute a Commission of Inquiry to investigate the matter, unravel the remote and immediate causes of the crises, and make appropriate recommendations that will engender lasting peace.

“The terms of reference for the Commission, as resolved by the council, are as follows:

The Commission shall inquire into, make findings, report on, and make recommendations concerning the following: Investigate petitions received from the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku and other persons bordering on disputes relating to kingship and land ownership within Ogwashi-Uku kingdom; the disputes between the Ogwashi-Uku kingdom and other neighbouring communities, to wit: Ibusa, Otulu, Ubulu-Okiti, Okpanam, Olodu, Ewulu, Azagba-Ogwashi, Aboh-Ogwashi, Olloh-Ogwashi on land ownership; Whether the procedure for appointment of all clan chiefs (Okwabanis) in Ogwashi-Uku kingdom is in accordance with extant Delta State Traditional Rulers and Chiefs Law?;

“To identify the principal actors behind the community unrest; the immediate and remote cause(s) of the community unrest in Ogwashi-Uku kingdom; and any other matter or petition concerning any person, community or institution relevant to the inquiry.

“To recommend appropriate action(s) for the resolution of the crises in the Ogwashi-Uku kingdom and neighbouring communities.

“To formulate recommendations on steps to be taken with a view to guaranteeing that the authors of the Community unrests are held accountable for their acts.

“Pursuant to the above objectives, the activities of all clan chiefs (Okwabanis) installed in the affected areas and beyond by the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku have been suspended pending the outcome of the proceedings of the Commission of Inquiry.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the affected areas are lbusa, Otulu, Ubulu-Okiti, Okpanam, Olodu, Ewulu, Azagba- Ogwashi, Aboh- Ogwashi, and Olloh- Ogwashi Communities.

“However, the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku shall continue to administer his kingdom with respect to all traditional matters, while the security of lives and properties would be handled by the security agencies.

“Members of the Commission of Inquiry are; – Hon. Justice E.N. Emudainowho – Chairman, Dr. (Mrs) Ajoritsedere Josephine Awosika – Member, Dr. (Pharm) Paul Enebeli – Member, Prof Andrew Onokerhoraye – Member, DCP, Charles Dike
Deputy Commissioner of Police – Member, Barr. Moses Namo, Assistant Director Department of State Services, Delta State – Member, Barr. Gabriel Ikemefuna Eze-Owenz , Director (Advisory Services), Ministry of Justice – Member/Secretary

“I am confident in the ability of these members to act independently and dispassionately because they are persons of proven character and integrity.

“I urge all the clan heads, chiefs, relevant stakeholders, and residents of the affected communities to give them the necessary support and cooperation to enable them get to the root of the matter and make appropriate recommendations to government within the shortest possible time.

“I want to appeal to us to be our brothers’ keeper. We must always pursue the path of dialogue because discretion is the better part of valour. No war has ever been won on the battlefield but resolved on the negotiating table.

“So, I plead with us to exercise restraint in our utterances and actions, and let love lead. We must bear in mind that money, resources, energy, and time that would otherwise have been invested in meaningful development projects will be channeled to crisis management each time there is a breach of the peace resulting in violence and death.

“The Delta of our dreams has no room for bitterness and bigotry, we must commit ourselves to loving one another, respecting one another, and tolerant of one another. Our traditional rulers, religious leaders, political leaders, and community leaders must take the lead in dousing tension in our communities; they should be advocates of peace, harmony, and peaceful co-existence.

“The worst thing that can happen is for a leader to fan the embers of division and disunity as we have seen lately with some misguided individuals.

“Our people deserve the opportunity to pursue their dreams of happiness and prosperity in an environment of peace, security, safety, justice, mutual respect, and cooperation. The Commission has eight weeks to submit it’s report.”

Responding on behalf of members of the Commission of Inquiry, its Chairman, Hon. Justice Ejiro Emudainowho, assured the acting Governor, government and the people of the state that the trust placed on them would not be taken lightly.

“We will approach our task with the highest level of professionalism and integrity,” she said.

Baby Davina Okonji Goes To Church, As Oshimili South PDP Family Joins Granddad In Celebration

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” Children are a gift” so says the Lord as Davina Adaeze Okonji’s dedication is a testament to God’s blessings and favours.

Sunday the 6th of October 2024, marked a special day for the family of Austin Okonji and his wife as their daughter Davina Adaeze Okonji’ was dedicated to God at Christ Chosen Church of God Int’l Asaba.

The celebration was followed by a grand reception at the residence of Ogbueshi Dada Okonji who is the immediate past LGA party Chairman of The People’s Democratic Party( PDP) in Oshimili South and the father of Austin Okonji .

The occasion was graced by friends, relatives and notable political big-wigs such as Elder Moses Iduh who is the Vice Chairman of PDP in Delta State, Chief Edwin Uzor who is a Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State, Ogbueshi Chike Ifesiokwu who is the incumbent parry Chairman of PDP in Oshimili South LGA, Ogbueshi Chibuzor Uwaje who is the Treasurer of PDP in Delta State, Honourable Bridget Anyafulu who is the House of Assembly member representing Oshimili South Constituency, Honourable Mrs Uso who is the Vice Chairman of Oshimili South Council, Honourable Michael Okonji who is the leader of the legislative arm of Oshimili South Council, Hon. Tajudeen Isichei, Sir. Tobechukwu Okonkwo, serving Councillors and other notable politicians within and outside the local government.

The occasion was very entertaining as guests enjoyed the lovely atmosphere and service,
while exchanging warm pleasantries amongst each other.

~Oshimili South PDP Media support group ~

Ned Nwoko Pays Homage To Asagba of Asaba

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…As Advanced Team Visit Asagba of Asaba

A delegation of Senator Ned Nwoko Senatorial team was at the palace of the Asagba of Asaba ,HRM Obi Professor Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge ( SAN) in a colourful reverence ,Sunday after his historic coronation as the 14th Asagba of Asaba

Paying profuse Obeisance before the Asagba on behalf of the Senator representing Delta North at the National Assembly, Ogbueshi Godfrey Odogwu informed the Royal father that the delegation came as an advance party ahead of the imminent homage of distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko.

Also speaking,Delta North Elder, Chief Emmanuel Eboh flanked by Head, Senator Nwoko senatorial office Asaba, High Chief Eze-Ugo Asibelua and media veteran Comrade Norbert Chiazor, eulogized the iconic status of the matchless Colossus who embraced the most glorious of royalty from a towering academic height.

From the Pantheon of monarchy, the blessings of the Asagba rained and was savoured profound.

Long reign the Professor-king!

Residents Lament Over Bad Road, Epileptic Power Supply In Delta

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Some residents of Douglas Abuloje road, off community road extension in Amukpe, Sapele, the administrative headquarter of Sapele local government area of Delta State have sent a save-our-soul message to the Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori-led government over the deplorable condition of the road in the area for 13 whole years without any hope at sight.

The residents also urged the government to look into the epileptic power supply which had left the area in total blackout for over 13 years.

The road links to several parts of Sapele including Shell Road, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Road, Seplate among others.

Due to the dilapidated State of the road, it leads to heavy flooding, thereby making tenants and landlords unable to access their houses and compounds.

Also very worrisome about the bad nature of the road, car owners park their vehicles on the constructed portion of the road, far away from their houses and residential homes.

Whenever it rains, it renders residents handicap as their children are unable to attend school, business owners are unable to come to work.

Some residents said floodwaters have overtaken their houses, as they cannot do anything apart from staying to save their property from destruction.

The road, named Douglas Abuloje road, off Community Road, has left residents with untold hardship, nightmires, frustration as it lacks drainages that could help flood water to flow out with ease.

Despite several letters written by the residents, the government has continued to pay deaf ears to the plights of these law abiding citizens whose only sins are to Deltans or other residents who bought and developed their lands.

Landlords are the worst hit, as their tenants have abandoned their houses for safer and better environments following the unprecedented suffering experienced each day that passes by.

During the raining season, the handful of residents who still manage to occupy the houses including their landlords swims to their houses.

Residents suffers double tragedy to access their houses and live comfortably following the acute darkness that bedevilled the area.

One of the landlords, Eze Peter Olise, from Enugu State, disclosed that they have been suffering from the menace for years.

“The road is constructed to Power Line to this point, they then crossed and continued from Shell Road axis. We don’t know what happened, we are pleading with the State government to come to our aid as we will not be swimming water daily into our houses.

“I learnt that some people, even flood water have entered into their compounds and houses as there is no road into the area. Some tenants are relocating from the area.

“Anywhere there is no development, it means witches are occupying the place. We are pleading with the State government to help us to construct the road for us.

“It is not a long kilometer of road that cannot be constructed. We are still voting for them and we are contributing our quota for the government to continue to build infrastructure for the people.

“That is why we are voting for them. The way they constructed the road halfway, road construction is not done that way.

“Even if it is sand, they should pour on the road to make it passable. Vehicles or motorcycles cannot ply the road, apart from trekking it. Every raining season, this is how we suffer it”, he wept.

Some housewives who sooke disclosed that they have fallen off from motorbike with their children on their backs severally particularly when coming back from the market and sometimes returning after filling their gas cylinders.

One said she has fallen for about five times while on bike while another said she fell with her gas cylinder on her head and her baby on her back.

They called on the Oborevwori government to come to their rescue even as they pay security fees in an area not secured due to the bad road and constant epileptic power supply.

Credit: ReeoTv with additional report

Let’s Return To The Values That Binds Us, Ejiofor Charges Ubulu Uku Indigenes

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The Onishe of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom, Chief Emma Ejiofor has charged the people of Ubulu Uku to return to the values that define their unity as a community.

Ejiofor gave the charge during the new yam festival in Ubulu Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.

He urged them to return to what makes them to be called Ubulu and embrace the peace, unity, and justice which is the hallmark of our Christendom, traditional law, and everything that is created towards our consciences.

Speaking on the historical and spiritual significance of the Iwu Isho, which paves the way for the final cleansing of the land adding that it was the preparatory to the final cleansing of the land and it is done first before Iwu Ubulu uku.

He said, “ the Iwu Isho festival was on before my forebearer came into existence in this community where a bond was entered in the form of an agreement that he is the Onishe”.

 

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