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By Okioma Amos, Yenagoa The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bayelsa State Council, Comrade Samuel Numonengi has assured Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. Alla John of a cordial working relationship with the hospitality and tourism sector with a view to positively engaging visitors to give them memorable impressions about Bayelsa State through media contents. Comrade Numonengi who stated this when the newly appointed Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. Alla John visited him in his office at the Ernest Ikoli Press Centre, Yenagoa on Friday, informed the commissioner that the union under his watch had established the Ernest…

By Amos Odhe The governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the lawmaker representing Ijesa South Federal Constituency, Hon Emmanuel Sanya Omirin on the occasion of his birthday, saluting his admirable zeal to public good. Governor Adeleke acknowledges Hon. Omirin’s impressive sense of service, which is manifest in the impactful representation demonstrated so far in the House of Representatives, describing him as a unique politician. While commending him for putting the people first in all his dealings, Governor Adeleke notes that Hon. Omirin’s birthday offers not just a moment to reflect on his incredible values but also the…

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Daniel Igali, has re-emphasised the importance of the Olympics as a festival that promotes a peaceful and better world for all. The Olympic champion made the remarks at the 2024 Olympic Day Run in Yenagoa, organised by the Bayelsa State Government in conjunction with the Nigeria Olympic Committee, Bayelsa State Ministry of Sports Development and Bayelsa State Sports Council on Saturday 29th June. Daniel Igali said that the Olympics is beyond a great way for nations to showcase their skills in sports and athletics but a platform that encourages…

The Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BIMFERMS Investment Ltd and other subsidiaries, Chief Dr Henry Chima Wordu, has admitted that he is a beneficiary of the Niger Delta and will give his support to any move towards the development of the region. He made the statement while receiving an award of Honour as a ‘Distinguished Company Director of the Year 2024’ from the Niger Delta Media Practitioners of Nigeria (NDMPN) in his office in Port Harcourt, Thursday. Wordu said he has passion for charity, hence will partner with the NDMPN in executing their projects in line with…

By our Reporter The commissioner for Sports Development, Bayelsa State, Dr. Daniel Igali, on Friday restated the state government’s commitment to the development of Para sports in the country. Igali, who is a world and Olympic champion, made the assertion in Yenagoa, at the opening of a technical seminar with the theme: ‘Upgrade the capacity of technical officials of Para Athletics’ organised by the Para-Athletics Federation of Nigeria in partnership with Bayelsa State Para Athletics Association. The commissioner said that para sports had brought glory and honour to Nigeria and Bayelsa State at major events, hence the sustainability. Igali commended…

Organisers of the prestigious Bayelsa Media Network Awards (BMNA) have nominated Tontonteme Academy for an award of excellence, in recognition of the school’s sterling qualities and antecedents in the educational sector in Bayelsa State In a statement issued to newsmen in Yenagoa, capital of Bayelsa State, BMNA’s Project Manager, Mr. Blessing Matthew Ozegbe, stated that the nomination of Tontonteme Academy for its prestigious awards is as a result of notable achievements and dedication to imparting knowledge to students especially the high moral standard that it bequeathed to wards and students. Mr. Ozegbe noted that he was amazed at the successes…

By Christian Iyeumame Agadaga Going by the Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the third and the fourth needs which depicts ‘Love And Belonging, Safety And Security’ in the pyramid of man’s five physiological needs shows that increase for trips into the urban cities in most countries has the ability to foster socialization and connect people from different races and class and upgrade their general safety. The need for a more decent, fast, affordable and convenient mode of transportation have brought industry experts, government policy shapers and indeed concerned members of the public all under one “school of thought” to brainstorm…

By Okioma Amos, Yenagoa Newly appointed Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism, Hon. Alla John has said he will collaborate with the Aridolf Resort Wellness and Spa, sector to build a robust visitor economy in the state, adding that collaborations and partnerships have become essential tools to achieve sustainable development in any tourism destination. Hon. John, who stated this while exchanging views with the chairman, Board of Trustees of BRACED Tourism Promotion & Development Initiative (BTPDI), Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo in Yenagoa on Tuesday night, noted that the composite nature of the tourism industry, coupled with the multiple stakeholders involved in producing…

…. Laddan Bosso, Glen Stahl Lead 8 Other International Scouts to Bayelsa The 5th Governor Douye Diri International Scouting Program is set to commence on Monday, July 1, 2024, at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Organized by the Prosperity Cup in collaboration with Tristone Agency, OTP Finland and Red Sapphire Abuja, the programme aims to identify and develop young talents in the state, aligning with Governor Douye Diri’s philosophy of empowering youths through sports. Over 500 youths have been selected from 22 centers, from the ongoing Prosperity Cup Season 6, for a week-long camping exercise, in…

•That killed 5, burnt 120 vehicles By Emma Sunday A popular Nigerian Cleric and General Overseer of Christ the Life Bible International Church (CLBIC), Prophet E. S. Okenna has narrated how he escaped being burnt in the tanker explosion which killed five persons and burnt 120 vehicles in Rivers State two months ago. Prophet Okenna narrated his experience while speaking at a 3-Day Crusade titled: “A Name Above Other Names,” held at the Port Harcourt branch of his church, Christ the Life Bible International Church (CLBIC), in Oroworukwo Community, Port Harcourt City local government area. He spoke while delivering a…