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By Wilson Macaulay The leadership of Egbema Communities Peace Development and Humanitarian Rights Association has called on His Excellency, RT. Hon Francis Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Governor, Delta State, to compel the management of ENSERV/BGP-CNPCJV 1049 to obey the Local Content Act / PIA in order to maintain peace and industrial harmony in the ongoing Seismic operations in Egbema Communities with operational base at Koko town. A tersely worded petition titled "A Call and Appeal for Your Good Office Quick Intervention To Save Our Souls (SOS’S) in Egbema Communities, " addressed to Governor Oborevwori and copied to the Director, DSS Delta State, DSS Koko, and the DPO Koko, signed by Comrade Mike Jonathan Kilete Tiemo, President, and Mr. Morris Anuwo, Acting General Secretary, made available to Daily Independent Newspaper, reads in part: "We, the concerned bonafide indigenes, inhabitants, national leaders, and members of Egbema Communities Peace De

  By Wilson Macaulay As the race for the Chairmanship Seat of Warri South LGA, gathers momentum  we are beginning to see those who threw their hats into the wring by mere trial to see how the events may turn out to be.  In the vibrant political landscape of Warri South Local Government Area (LGA), a figure has emerged, embodying the essence of service and dedication to the people . He is no other person, but our own  Honorable Kingsley Edafiadjebre.  He have  an illustrious track record as a former councillor, former Deputy majority leader and former leader of the Warri  South Legislative Arm, embeded in   selfless service with  a profound commitment to the welfare of  the good people of Warri South, in line with  the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.    He is a man who has captured the hearts and minds of the people of Warri South  due to his easy mien and charisma, a selling point which has been unparralelled by other contenders in the race. As his support base simmer highe

  By Wilson Macaulay As the race for the Chairmanship Seat of Warri South LGA, gathers momentum  we are beginning to see those who threw their hats into the wring by mere trial to see how the events may turn out to be.  In the vibrant political landscape of Warri South Local Government Area (LGA), a figure has emerged, embodying the essence of service and dedication to the people . He is no other person, but  our own  Honorable Kingsley Edafiadjebre.  With an illustrious track record of selfless service and a profound commitment to the welfare of  the good people of Warri South, in line with guiding principles of the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.    He is a man who has captured the hearts and minds of the people of Warri South  due to his easy mien and charisma, a selling point which has been unparralelled by other contenders in the race. As his support base grow  wider and simmer higher,  it has  become imperative to delve into the reasons behind  the people's resoun

By Wilson Macaulay As the race for the Chairmanship Seat of Warri South LGA, gathers momentum we are beginning to see those who threw their hats into the wring by mere trial to see how the events may turn out to be.  In the vibrant political landscape of Warri South Local Government Area (LGA), a figure has emerged, embodying the essence of service and dedication to the people . He is no other person, but our own Honorable Kingsley Edafiadjebre.  He have an illustrious track record as a former councillor, former Deputy majority leader and former leader of the Warri South Legislative Arm, embeded in   selfless service with a profound commitment to the welfare of the good people of Warri South, in line with the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.    He is a man who has captured the hearts and minds of the people of Warri South due to his easy mien and charisma, a selling point which has been unparralelled by other contenders in the race. As his support base simmer higher

By Wilson Macaulay Chief Vincent Oyibode, the Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, has advocated for peace, cooperation, and mutual understanding between host communities and oil companies operating in Delta State to promote industrial harmony. The Oil & Gas Commissioner made this clarion call during the inauguration of the new Executive Committee and the Board of Trustees of the Utorogu Field Indigenous Contractors Association of Iwhrekan, Otor-Udu, and Otujeremi on Friday, April 12, 2024. The landmark event took place at the prestigious Otor-Odu Community town hall, with all relevant stakeholders and community leaders of the Utorogu Field in attendance. Olorogun Vincent Oyibode, the Chairman of the occasion, commended the Association for its commendable efforts and advised the new Exco to redouble their efforts so that they  can  fully enjoy the benefits of the Local Content Act. He assured the Utorogu Contractors Forum of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's support to build a

  By Wilson  Macaulay General John Abugor, the Coordinator of Tantita Security Company in Jesse , Idjerhe kingdom in Ethiope West Local Government Area  have sent a warm congratulation message to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo aka Tompolo on the momentous occasion of his birthday today ,  April 12th, 2024. In a gesture of humility  and respect, General John Abugor, the Coordinator of Tantita Security Company in Jesse (Idjerhe Kingdom), extended a very  warm felicitations to High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the occasion of his memorable birthday . General Abugor in his goodwill message hailed Tompolo as a pivotal figure in the Niger Delta region, acknowledging his unwavering commitment to the development and well-being of his people.  He lauded Tompolo's contributions to peace and security efforts in the region, noting that the celebrant  has played  instrumental role in fostering stability and progress in the Niger Delta. Spea

  By Wilson  Macaulay General John Abugor, the Coordinator of Tantita Security Company in Jesse , Idjerhe kingdom in Ethiope West Local Government Area  have sent a warm congratulation message to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo aka Tompolo on the momentous occasion of his birthday today ,  April 12th, 2024. In a gesture of humility  and respect, General John Abugor, the Coordinator of Tantita Security Company in Jesse (Idjerhe Kingdom), extended a very  warm felicitations to High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the occasion of his memorable birthday . General Abugor in his goodwill message hailed Tompolo as a pivotal figure in the Niger Delta region, acknowledging his unwavering commitment to the development and well-being of his people.  He lauded Tompolo's contributions to peace and security efforts in the region, noting that the celebrant  has played  instrumental role in fostering stability and progress in the Niger Delta. Spea

By Wilson Macaulay His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, the Governor of Delta State in a bid to assess the progress of ongoing infrastructural Projects, as a follow up to the earlier working visit last February, on the  8th of April 2024 paid an unscheduled visit to the 4.04 km Emevor-Orogun road construction project. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori  arrived at 11 am at Emevor town in lsoko North Local Government Area accompanied by Hon Chief Charles Aniagwu  , Hon Reuben Zeze, Delta State  Commissioners for Road, Rural & Urban respectively and other   key officials from the State's Ministry of Works . Speaking on arival at the Emevor- Orogun Projects site, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori stated that the unscheduled visit is aimed for him to have a firsthand  witness of  the  ongoing developments , to have a personal assessment of  the quality and pace of work being done by Emorock Concept Limited, the   construction firm  handling the Emevor - Orogun Road Project. The Delta Stat

  ...Targets 2,500 exporters to cover Ecowas Countries By Omonigho Okotie #dsobpress Delta State Government is targeting over two thousand, five hundred local exporters of various commodities and packaged products to countries within the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), during the first tenure of the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, while the second tenure shall double government efforts. Special Adviser on Trade and Export, Mrs Shimite Love, made the disclosure on Wednesday while speaking as guest of Orientation Panorama on Voice of Delta Radio 97.9 FM in Asaba, saying that governor Oborevwori is committed to the socioeconomic growth and capacity building of entrepreneurs through training, skills acquisition and public-private partnership initiatives. She said her office recently profiled small and medium enterprises in the state, to enable government develop the sector known to be the major booster of economic growth the world over, Pointing out that the

    By Wilson Macaulay Comrade Francis Obule ( JP) SSA to  Delta State Governor On Political Matters has  called on the  State Governor,  His Excellency , RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori to disregard the malicious and evil minded  calls on him  by some  questionable characters to scrap or shut down DESOPADEC without giving any substantive reasons that justifies such frivolous complains. The Senior Governor Aide  who  addressed  newsmen in Warri stated that the idea is an evil scheme against the oil bearing communities, because DESOPADEC is the only Agency we can see now, that is closer to the people, after the death of Shell. Briefing the media further, in fervent defense of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Comrade Francis Obule , the Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Political Matters,  labeled those advocating for the scrapping of DESOPADEC as enemies of progress   Obule,  the pragmatic Justice of Peace,  vehemently condemned any

  ...Assures AVM Ajayi led DHQ board of government support By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq #dsobpress The board of enquiry set up by Defence Headquarters to enquire into the remote and immediate causes of Okuama/Okolona communities crisis, leading to the gruesome murder of seventeen soldiers has been told that the Delta State Government will submit a position paper to it. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, made the disclosure on Friday at the Government House Annex Warri, when he received on courtesy visit the Board of Enquiry Chairman, Air Vice Marshal David Ajayi, and his team, saying that the unfortunate incident was not foreseeable, but highly regrettable and very painful. He said Delta State has been peaceful since he assumed office nearly ten months ago, and that the two communities involved in the dispute were present at an enlarged peace meeting attended by senior government officials, community leaders and major stakeholders, wherein the matter was resolved and parti

  By Wilson Macaulay No power on earth, not even the strongest Army can conquer nor stop an idea whose time has come ----- Victor Hugo (The Future of Man) He was a French Poet , who lived in the early 19th Century.  In every Local Government electoral cycle, there are bound to be some unique features which makes the setting different from the trajectory known before. In the dynamic landscape of Udu Local Government, a figure has emerged with a vision, a track record of success, and a commitment to service.  Hon Justice Iyasere, the immediate past  Vice Chairman, epitomizes the essence of leadership, integrity, and dedication. With a distinguished career as a journalist before his foray into politics, Justice Iyasere brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the needs of the good people of udu kingdom. As a journalist, Justice Iyasere honed his skills in communication, investigative journalism  and advocacy. His commitment to truth and accountability earned him respect a

  By Wilson  Macaulay The President of Peace Development Security and Humanitarian Rights  Association of Niger Deltans and Egbema Communities  Peace Development and Humanitarian Rights  Association, Comrade Mike J K Tiemo,  have asserted that the calls for the termination of the Pipeline Surveillance Contract of  Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited owned by HIM, Atuwatse 111, the Olu of Warri is  baseless and uncalled for. Comrade Mike Tiemo made this observation in the light of  recent clamor within the Niger Delta region for the cancellation or termination of the Pipeline Surveillance Contract held by the Olu of Warri, Atuwatse III.  Comrade Mike J k Tiemo said he decided to step forward to denounce such calls as unwarranted and baseless because it negates the patriotic spirit of one Niger Delta facing the same problems of oil exploitation occasioned by the international oil companies operating in the Niger Delta region.  Tiemo, a prominent figure within the region, stressed tha

   By Wilson Macaulay Warri  Delta State  Hon Davidson Wealth, a prominent figure and former  Principal Officer (Protocol) at Government House Owerri, has hailed the remarkable achievements of His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State.  Speaking in Warri, the oil city of Delta State, Hon Wealth expressed his admiration for Governor Oborevwori's effective governance, particularly through the implementation of the MORE Agenda to align with the needs of  stakeholders across board. Hon Davidson Wealth, a pure blooded Deltan  from Ughelli North Local Government Area, stated that within the time frame of May 29th 2023 till date , Governor Oborevwori in terms of accelerated development ,  surpassed the expectations of political traducers for taking the giant stride of bringing Julius Berger to Delta State to change the narrative of our road infrastructures.  He explained that the Popularity of the MORE Agenda within the Political land scape and his 

   By Wilson Macaulay Warri  Delta State  Hon Davidson Wealth, a prominent figure and former  Principal Officer (Protocol) at Government House Owerri, has hailed the remarkable achievements of His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State.  Speaking in Warri, the oil city of Delta State, Hon Wealth expressed his admiration for Governor Oborevwori's effective governance, particularly through the implementation of the MORE Agenda to align with the needs of  stakeholders across board. Hon Davidson Wealth, a pure blooded Deltan  from Ughelli North Local Government Area, stated that within the time frame of May 29th 2023 till date , Governor Oborevwori in terms of accelerated development ,  surpassed the expectations of political traducers for taking the giant stride of bringing Julius Berger to Delta State to change the narrative of our road infrastructures.  He explained that the Popularity of the MORE Agenda within the Political land scape and his 

 By Wilson Macaulay The E K Clark Solidarity For Good Governance, a socio-political movement, based in Delta State have strongly deplored the unmerited and unwarranted invasion of the residence of the leader of south-south at Kiagbodo, Burutu local government, Delta State, Chief Dr. E. K Clark, OFR,CON by the Nigerian Army as one unfortunate "mistake" coming too many, at a time when all hands should be on deck in finding solutions to the many Economic,Political and insecurity problems bedeviling the nation and and the recent unfortunate murder of seventeen officers and soldiers at Okuama, Delta State.  A Press release signed by Prince Akpo Abugo - Coordinator on behalf of it's leadership made available to newsmen reads in part : "While we condemn the brutal killings and call for a thorough investigation to fish out the perpetrators of this distardly act as it is not in consonance with our values, culture as a people, our hearts and prayers are with the immediate bere

 By Wilson Macaulay The E K Clark Solidarity For Good Governance, a socio-political movement, based in Delta State have  strongly deplored  the unmerited and unwarranted invasion of the residence of the leader of south-south at Kiagbodo, Burutu local government, Delta State, Chief Dr. E. K Clark, OFR,CON by the Nigerian   Army as one unfortunate "mistake" coming   too many, at a time when all hands should be on deck in finding solutions to the many Economic,Political and insecurity problems bedeviling the nation and and the recent unfortunate murder of seventeen officers and soldiers at Okuama, Delta State.  A  Press release signed by Prince Akpo Abugo - Coordinator on behalf of it's leadership made available to newsmen reads in part : "While we condemn  the brutal killings and call for a thorough investigation to fish out the perpetrators of this distardly act as it is not in consonance with our values, culture as a people, our hearts and prayers are with the immedi

  Warri, Delta State - March 28, 2024 By Wilson Macaulay On Thursday ,29th March ,the Delta State Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) witnessed an exhilarating display of athleticism as students from various houses competed in the 1st  biannual Inter-House Sports event, hosted at  the the premises of the popular Cavegina Primary School, Warri. The event which was  graced by esteemed dignitaries, like Mr Onyema Chukwuma Edwin, Mrs Odeimo Kena, lCE Zonal Coordinator,  Dr S. O Ugbejeh, Chief lnspector of Education, Warri South LGA, had  Comrade Francis Obule JP, the Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Political Matters, serving as the distinguished chairman of the occasion. Comrade Francis Obule JP, the Senior Governor Aide while making his opening  speech in his capacity as the Chairman of the Occasion  expressed his overwhelming joy before the  esteemed guests present and the participants, waiting with anticipation to kick start the competition. Obule stated that