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Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Organizations , Niger Delta Ex-Agitators' Forum Issues November 25th 2024 Protest Notice Date to President Tinubu

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By Wilson Macaulay The Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Organizations (CNDCSO), in collaboration with the Niger Delta Ex-Agitators' Forum, has formally announced its intention to stage a mass peaceful protest across the Niger Delta region on the  25th of November 2024. This declaration notice was conveyed in an official letter addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing dismay over alleged administrative lapses and legal breaches within the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). In the detailed notice signed by prominent leaders of both the CNDCSO and the Niger Delta Ex-Agitators' Forum, made  available to Daily independent Newspaper Correspondent the coalition asserted its concerns about the composition and conduct of the NDDC's leadership.  Key points raised in the protest notice centers around the appointment of Mr. Chiedu Ebie as the Chairman of the NDDC Board and Mr. Samuel Ogbuku’s actions as the Managing Director. The coalition’s grievances include

HOSTCOM Urhobo Youths Call On EFCC for Immediate Release of Former Governor Okowa

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  By Wilson Macaulay    HOSTCOM Urhobo Youths, under the leadership of Comrade Sweet Otiotio, have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to release the former Delta State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Dr. Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa, without delay. The HOSTCOM Urhobo Youths in a firm and united appeal, stated during an urgent press conference that former governor Arthur lfeanyi Okowa Known as "The Road Master" and affectionately hailed as “The Ekwueme of the Universe,” widely celebrated for his transparent and transformative governance during his two terms as governor, which he completed with distinction should be allowed to rest after such a meritorious service. Comrade Sweet Otiotio, speaking on behalf of HOSTCOM (Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas) Urhobo Youths, highlighted Okowa’s contributions to Delta State and emphasized the impact he made on the state’s infrastructure, peacebuilding, and youth empowerment initiatives. Otiotio descr

Egbema Offshore Communities Issue 7-Day Ultimatum to Chevron Over Unresolved Demands

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  By Wilson Macaulay Warri North, Delta State — The Egbema offshore communities in Warri North Local Government Area have issued a seven-day ultimatum to Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), urging the oil company to address a series of long-standing and  nascent   demands in respect  ongoing operations in PML 49 etc that have not  been resolved amicably.  The ultimatum, outlined in a press release signed by Comrade Mike JK Tiemo and eleven other community representatives, called for Chevron’s immediate attention to demands related to the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), Local Content Act, community development, and employment quotas. The Egbema offshore communities asserted that Chevron has shown little interest in addressing the demands, which were formally communicated through multiple letters for  the past years till date.  A copy of the Press release made a available to Daily independent Newspaper Correspondent reads in part: "We the leaders and stakeholders of Egbema offshore communi

Populist High Chief Bobo Calls on Elders, Political Leaders to Redefine Their Leadership Approach Amidst Mass Hardship

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  By Wilson Macaulay Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo JP FHR, the esteemed Oroupawei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, has urged the elders and leaders of Nigeria's political class to reevaluate their leadership strategies in response to the current realities faced by the masses.  The respected elder statesman  in a compelling call for change,   emphasized the urgent need for the elders and the political leaders to adopt a more compassionate and effective approach to governance, with a focus on reducing the difficulties endured by the average Nigerians Who are stricken and down trodden   Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo expressed deep concern over the increasing economic hardship and social challenges faced by ordinary citizens based on the current realities . Speaking with a sense of urgency,  the  Oroupawei of Gbaramatu Kingdom highlighted the need for a comprehensive reform in the way leadership is conducted, calling on those in position of power to "rejig and reform their modus

Remembering Dele Giwa: The Unforgettable Media Guru

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  By Wilson Macaulay 19 October 1987—a day that will forever remain etched in the annals of Nigerian journalism and the collective consciousness of the nation. On this tragic date, Dele Giwa, an iconic journalist and the founding editor of Newswatch magazine, was assassinated in a manner so chilling and unprecedented that it shook Nigeria to its core.  Dele Giwa's untimely death, caused by a parcel Remembering Dele Giwa: The Unforgettable Media Guru 19 October 1987—a day that will forever remain etched in the annals of Nigerian journalism and the collective consciousness of the nation. On this tragic date, Dele Giwa, an iconic journalist and the founding editor of Newswatch magazine, was assassinated in a manner so chilling and unprecedented that it shook Nigeria to its core. Giwa's untimely death, caused by a parcel bomb sent to his home in Lagos, not only brought sorrow but left a vacuum in the Nigerian media landscape that has never truly been filled. The Early Days of a Med

An Open Letter to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State Government House, Asaba Through: The Hon. Commissioner for Agriculture, Asaba, Delta State Subject: Proposal for the Establishment of a Tomato Cluster Farm Estate in Igbodo Town, Ika North East LGA, with a Tomato Processing Plant in Agbor

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  Introduction: Your Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori,  the Executive Governor of Delta State, we the Members of Socioeconomic Network For Good Governance aka SONGG Delta State Chapter here by extend our heartfelt greetings and commend  your exemplary leadership and the remarkable infrastructural strides   you have made across the three Senatorial Districts of Delta State. Your commitment to development is superlative, and we sincerely appreciate your from our inner recess we appreciate and thumb up for you. In the light of your administration's ongoing efforts to enhance agricultural production and food security, we considered  it exigent to propose the establishment of a Tomato Cluster Farm Estate in Igbodo Town, Ika North East LGA. This project aims to leverage on the  unique agricultural potential of lgbodo Land which have the capacity to support large-scale tomato production. Additionally, we also propose the establishment of a Tomato Processing Plant in Agbor to proces

Jubilation as Warri South Council Chairman Clears Blocked Canal to Combat Flooding in Warri Metropolis ----- --- SONGG Applauds Council Chair as They Jointly Supervise the Canal Clearing Exercise

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  By Wilson Macaulay Residents of Warri Metropolis are in wide jubilation  as the Warri South Council Chairman, Hon. Isaac Agbeteyiniro, undertakes a major canal-clearing project to combat the persistent flooding that has long plagued the oil city. On October 6, 2024, Hon. Agbeteyiniro launched an extensive canal clearing and cleaning exercise aimed at mitigating the city’s perennial flooding, thereby safeguarding lives and boosting economic activity. The project targets key flood-prone areas, along the blocked canal starting from  Cinema Site and passing through Eburu, Street DDPA, Housing  Estate,Robinson Plaza, Ogboru Street, Okere Road, and eventually entering the Okere River. With heavy-duty equipment, including a swamp buggy, the Warri South Council team, led by the Supervisory Councillor for Environment, worked tirelessly round the clock to remove the debris that had contributed to the severe flooding experienced during the rainy season. This commendable initiative has earned ac

High Comrade Joseph Lamienghan Delta State HOSTCOM Secretary Hails Newly Inaugurated Ijaw HOSTCOM Exco -------Call On President Tinubu to Listen to Protesting Angry Nigerians

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  By Wilson Macaulay  High  Comrade Joseph Lamienghan, the Secretary of Delta State Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas, (HOSTCOM) has expressed his admiration  and commendation for the newly inaugurated Exco  of Ijaw  ethnic nationality chapter of HOSTCOM in Delta State led  by Comrade Kingsley lkiere as Chairman , Patrick Irou Vice  Chairman and Godwin Ozugbo as Secretary. High Comrade Joseph Lamienghan Who spoke in Warri ,urged the leadership of the ljaw ethnic nationality  to remain focused and   committed in their efforts, emphasizing the need to strengthen support for the Ijaw nation in particular and Delta State in general. High Comrade Lamienghan  stressed  that it  is his fervent belief that a strong  bond of unity among  the ljaw people of HOSTCOM will enhance the progress  of  HOSTCOM in Delta State as a powerful bridge to deliver the benefits of oil revenue derivation to oil-producing Communities  across the State . In his message, he  voiced concern over the

Pastor Onokurhefe Commends Hon Chief. Ofoni Uvwie Council Chair For Clean -up Initiatives

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" By Wilson Macaulay Pastor Believe Onokurhefe, a prominent cleric of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Warri, Delta State, and a native of Ekakpamre Town in Ughelli South LGA, has lauded the proactive efforts of Hon. Chief Anthony Ofoni, the Executive Chairman of Uvwie Local Government Area (LGA), for his ongoing efforts to clean up the Uvwie LGA  Pastor Onokurhefe in his positive appraisal commended Hon Chief Ofoni for his dedication to enhancing the cleanliness and environmental health of Uvwie LGA, describing the move as a significant milestone for the chairman's leadership and a testament to the people's trust in his administration. According to the Pastor Believe, Hon. Ofoni's efforts reflect his commitment to the well-being of his constituents, particularly in promoting a clea Onokurhefe expressed optimism about Uvwie’s future under Hon. Ofoni’s leadership, noting that the chairman’s focus on collective progress and development is crucial to the LGA&

High Comrade Joseph Lamienghan Commends Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Over Ogulagha -Okontu - 0dimodi Road Project in Burutu Local Government

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  By Wilson Macaulay  In a remarkable display of his  quest for the proportional development, the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, a fortnight  ago gave the green light for the construction of Ogulagha Okontu  0dimodi road a vital road in Burutu Local Government Area, which   has long been awaited by the people of the riverine communities.  This development  as expected drew commendations from various stakeholders of Ogulagha Kingdom in particular and Burutu local government in general for the magnanimous disposition of the Governor towards the ljaw nation.  High Comrade Joseph Lamienghan, the Secretary of Delta State HOSTCOM     a prominent voice in the Niger Delta speaking to newsmen in Warri Metropolis  expressed his profound appreciation to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his unwavering commitment to the infrastructural development of Delta State, particularly in the often-overlooked riverine areas. According to High  Comrade Joseph Lamienghan, the ap

Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo Urges President Tinubu and Nigerian Political Class to Remember Accountability to Almighty God and Allah

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  By Wilson Macaulay  Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo, the Oroupawei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, has made a passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian political class, reminding them of their ultimate accountability to Almighty God and Allah, to whom they owe allegiance. In a heartfelt statement delivered in Warri, Delta State, Chief Wellington Bobo, a prominent populist figure, urged Nigeria's leaders to reflect on the gravity of their responsibilities. He stressed the importance of integrity, service, and dedication to the nation, warning that their positions are a sacred trust for which they will be held accountable, both by the people and by divine judgment.  Populist High Chief Bobo also highlighted the critical role Nigerian political leaders and the military's top echelon play in safeguarding the nation's future. He called on them to uphold their duty to Nigeria without compromise, emphasizing that they must honor their service with sincerity and

Solomon Arenyinka's Emergence as Delta State PDP Chairman is a Divine Mandate — Comrade Mike Tiemo

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  By Wilson Macaulay  Comrade Mike JK Tiemo, the President of Peace Development, Security, and Humanitarian Rights Association of Niger Deltans,has described the emergence of Hon. Chief  Solomon Arenyinka as the Delta State People's Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman as  a divine mandate, indeed once again we congratulate him. Comrade  Mike Tiemo in the congratulatory statement,  emphasized that Arenyinka's leadership ascension bears the unmistakable "finger of God," and reflects a destined role in steering the PDP toward greater success in Delta State. Speaking to members of his association and the public, Comrade Tiemo stated, "The emergence of Hon Chief  Solomon Arenyinka as the Delta State PDP Chairman is not an ordinary political event; it is a divine mandate, one that is orchestrated by God Himself. His leadership is timely, and he is positioned to lead the party through what will undoubtedly be a transformative era." According to Comrade Tiemo, Arenyinka

Solomon Arenyinka's Emergence as Delta State PDP Chairman is a Divine Mandate — Comrade Mike Tiemo

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  By Wilson Macaulay  Comrade Mike JK Tiemo, the President of Peace Development, Security, and Humanitarian Rights Association of Niger Deltans,has described the emergence of Hon. Chief  Solomon Arenyinka as the Delta State People's Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman as  a divine mandate, indeed once again we congratulate him. Comrade  Mike Tiemo in the congratulatory statement,  emphasized that Arenyinka's leadership ascension bears the unmistakable "finger of God," and reflects a destined role in steering the PDP toward greater success in Delta State. Speaking to members of his association and the public, Comrade Tiemo stated, "The emergence of Hon Chief  Solomon Arenyinka as the Delta State PDP Chairman is not an ordinary political event; it is a divine mandate, one that is orchestrated by God Himself. His leadership is timely, and he is positioned to lead the party through what will undoubtedly be a transformative era." According to Comrade Tiemo, Arenyinka