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  In a strong and unequivocal condemnation of the recent allegations leveled against High Chief DR Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo, and his Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL),  Peace Development Security and Humanitarian Rights Association, led by its President, Comrade Mike JK Tiemo, has described the  spurious accusations against Tompolo as “baseless and malicious propaganda.” The group described  the alleged masterminds, the Itsekiri Communities Advocates, led by Barrister Robinson Ariyo, as “mischief merchants bent on undermining the progress and peace in the Niger Delta region.” In a statement released on Monday, Comrade Mike Tiemo the  Group President declared that the Niger Delta cannot afford to be dragged back into chaos by "unpatriotic and self-serving individuals who are clearly on a mission to derail the gains achieved in securing Nigeria’s oil and gas infrastructure by Tantita Security Company since his commencement. A Bl...

  Onyinyechi Udemezue The newly appointed Principal and Chief Executive of the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, Nigeria, Engr. Dr. Samual E. Onoji has tasked the Institute’s students to take advantage of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to ease off their financial challenges. Dr. Onoji who gave the task recently when the Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr and his team paid him a courtesy visit recently in Effurun, highlighted that NELFUND was established to provide financial assistance to students nationwide hence the need for the Institute’s students to take advantage of the opportunity. Earlier, the Managing Director of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr informed the students that NELFUND is open to both new and existing students in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The body he said will disburse the money within reasonable days of successful applications. According to him, “The loan provides financial support to qualified Nigerian students for tuition ...

By Wilson Macaulay The serene Community of Oginibo in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State was transformed into a spectacle of celebration on  Friday, December 13, 2024, as Dr. Henry Kojo, a prominent Lagos-based business tycoon, laid his mother, the Matriarch of the Kojo family, Mrs. Victoria Oghenerume Kojo (née Akpochabor), to rest in an event marked by grandeur and reverence. The elaborate burial ceremony, held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oginibo, brought together an impressive array of dignitaries, family members, and well-wishers from across Nigeria and beyond, united in celebrating the life of a woman whose legacy of faith, compassion, and service continues to inspire generations. The burial  ceremony attracted a gallery of illustrious guests . The  quality and the social stratification of the personalities on ground  during  the burial ceremony underscores the far-reaching influence of our late  Mother,Mrs. Victoria Kojo. Roll Call ...

  WARRI – The ongoing construction of the Osubi-Ugolo underground drainage project, spanning over one kilometer has inadvertently plunged numerous business owners into economic despair from Blue Tower School Junction to Lux Mirage Hotel Junction. These individuals, who operate supermarkets, welding workshops, furniture workshops, and other commercial establishments along the affected stretch, have been left without access to their premises due to the deeply excavated pits at the project site. In a heartfelt appeal, the business owners have sent an SOS to the Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, urging him to direct the contractor handling the Osubi Ugolo Underground Drainage project to urgently create walkways in order not to kill. their businesses which are already suffocating. This intervention, they argued, would allow customers to access their shops and mitigate the devastating economic crunch they are facing as a result of the disrupt...

The final rites for  late Mrs. Victoria Oghenerume Kojo, a distinguished businesswoman and matriarch of the Kojo family, have been scheduled for Friday, December 13, 2024. She will be laid to rest at the family vault in Ekrugbo Obaro, Oginibo Town, Ughievwen Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. Known for her entrepreneurial acumen, unwavering faith, and dedication to family and community, Mrs. Kojo passed away on September 4, 2024, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of kindness and integrity. The burial ceremonies will begin with a Vigil Mass on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the family residence in Oginibo, providing an opportunity for family, friends, and well-wishers to pay their respects and honor her life. The late Mrs. Kojo is survived by her children, including Dr. Henry Kojo, and numerous relatives who have described her as a beacon of love and inspiration. Her contributions to the development of her community and her role as a family Matriarch will...

By Wilson Macaulay In the spirit of the festive season, Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo, the esteemed Oropouwei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, has extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to Dr. Dennis Otuaro, the distinguished Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). Representing the entire Niger Delta region. Populist High Chief Bobo’s message captures the gratitude and admiration of the Gbaramatu  people for Dr. Otuaro’s exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to the Niger Delta's progress. Describing Dr. Otuaro as a beacon of hope and transformation, High Chief Bobo acknowledged his impactful efforts in fostering peace, empowerment, and development across the region. "Your commitment to the ideals of unity and sustainable growth has brought profound benefits to our people," he stated, lauding the administrator for steering the PAP with integrity and visionary leadership. The good people of Igoba Community and the entire Gbaramatu Kingdom  a...

By Wilson Macaulay  The  Delta State Keke Riders Association, Edjeba Unit led by Mr  Kelvin Ossai on  Sunday December 8th 2024 organized an end of year thanksgiving at  New  Waive Bible Church at  Bendel Estate Ogberikoko after which they held a grandiose reception party at Francis Obule  street Edjeba  Warri Delta State  Hon Comrade Francis Obule , Senior  Special Assistant to the  Delta State Governor on Political Matters in his speech stated that he is already  part of the Union because he is happy to identify with them  Hon Comrade Obule the Governor Aide and Chairman of the occasion noted that the  Edjeba Unit of  Delta State Keke Riders Association  are men who have proven their mettle as people of  impeccable character with high integrity. He  recalled that on several occasions people who forgot their personal belongings in their Keke always get their items back intact , as they often g...