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By Young E. Freeborn, Warri The member representing Ughelli North Constituency II at the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon (Barr) Spencer Obokpare Ohwofa, has felicitated with his father, Sir (Chief) Simeon Ohwofa, on his birthday, describing him as “a beacon of hope and a positive role model.” Hon. Ohwofa, in a special congratulatory message, said that his father’s commitment to family and social growth continues to inspire a tradition of excellence and patriotic service to God and humanity. “Happy birthday, Dad. Today and every day, we celebrate you for being an incredibly amazing gift to humanity, but more importantly,…

By Ehichioya Ezomon Where will the pendulum swing in the petitions at the Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) sitting in Abuja? Will it favour President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or either of the opposition candidates: former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi of Labour Party? It’s the first time – since the return of democracy in Nigeria in 1999 – that four formidable presidential candidates emerged – with three of them running virtually neck-and-neck at the February 25, 2023, poll. And it’s also the…

By Paul Williams ‘But the water is naught and the ground barren.’ (2 Kings 2:9). ‘O man of God there is death in the pot.’ (2 Kings 4:40) So was the fate of the Chukwure family in Ibaa Community, Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, alongside other families within a 5-kilometer radius, as well as that of students and teachers of the Comprehensive High School, as they sought drinking water from their hand-dug wells. In their case, however, bitter water did not contaminate the water. It was benzene, Toluene, Ethylene, Xylene and other cancer-prone heavy metals, wrapped up as…

Dear Boss, Hon Evans Chinda Ogbuji, You have been more than a boss. i have enjoyed tremendous support and encouragement from you without rewards, sincerely am grateful for your numerous strategies towards my success. As you’re plus one today, it’s my humble prayer that Chiokike who has brought you thus far continue to nourish you with knowledge, wisdom, prosperity and long life. Happy blissful birthday celebration, my Honourable. From your boy,Mike Okuma

By Young E. Freeborn, Warri Delta State government has said it may consider investment in electric vehicles for mass transportation to mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal on the citizens.  The state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, stated this after inspecting and test-driving two electric vehicles presented by Ajaere Motors and Jet Motor Company at Government House, Asaba. He said he was putting up a committee to be headed by secretary to the state government, Dr Kingsley Emu, to look into the economic viability and operational sustainability of electric vehicles in Nigeria. “This is the first time I have…

… As Institute Lauds Devt Strides in Bayelsa By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has charged the leadership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to maintain the high professional standard and integrity the accounting body has been known for over the years. Governor Diri gave the charge on Thursday when he received a high-powered delegation from ICAN led by its 59th President, Dr. Innocent Okwuosa, at the Government House in Yenagoa. The Bayelsa helmsman, who spoke through his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, said integrity and proficiency constitute the glory of the…

By Amos Okioma, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Government has expressed sadness over the sudden demise of the retired chief judge of the state, Justice Kate Abiri.  Governor Douye Diri, in a condolence message issued by his chief press secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, said Bayelsa lost a quintessential legal luminary, who rendered forthright, unblemished and meritorious service to the state and country. Senator Diri said the late chief judge epitomised the finest form of judicial integrity and that her passing was a sad chapter for not only her family but also the Bayelsa judiciary, the legal profession and indeed the state and…

The chairman of Khana Local Government Area in Rivers State, Dr. Thomas Bariere, has been honoured with the prestigious Ambassador of Peace Award by the Catholic Women Organization Bori Deanery at his home town, Baen Community. This recognition celebrates Dr. Bariere’s “exceptional leadership qualities and unwavering commitment to restoring peace in Khana LGA.” Leader of the Catholic women, Madam Clara Wisdom Nwilenee, asserted that “the Ambassador of Peace award is testament to Dr. Bariere Thomas’s tireless effort in fostering harmony and tranquillity within the entire Khana. She said his “visionary approach, strong determination, and dedication to the welfare of the…

By Young E. Freeborn, Warri Otogor community, the traditional headquarters of the Ogor kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State recently heaved a sign of relief as its president general, Hon. U.K. Emmanuel Tobi Ediri, and his executive cabinet organized a town hall meeting to discuss some salient issues confronting them as a community and to also present account of his stewardship, with a call for peace and unity. In his opening remarks to the large crowd of community members that attended the meeting at the community town hall, Hon. Ediri, who was highly elated over the attendance,…

… CODE Raises Alarm over Oil Spill in Akpajo Community By Paul Williams Non-governmental organization, Connected Development (CODE), community-based organizations and media stakeholders in Rivers State have called on the contractor handling the Ahoada East/ Eleme section of the East-West Road project to account for the N506 billion funds approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for reconstruction of the road. This followed months of apparent non-implementation of reconstruction or rehabilitation activities for the flood-damaged road, with a resultant heavy financial and physical toll on commuters and commercial transport operators conveying goods and passengers between Rivers and Bayelsa states. The…