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  The Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) heartily commends the Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on the occasion of his two years in office. In a statement issued by the State Chapter Chairman, Mr. Godfrey Osakwe, fnipr, the Institute lauded the Governor for his dynamic, people-oriented, and development focused leadership.  According to Mr. Osakwe, Governor Oborevwori has consistently demonstrated that good governance is achievable, not through magic, but through passion, commitment, sincerity of purpose, and genuine love for the people. "Truly, it is both reassuring and inspiring to witness the massive infrastructural development currently unfolding across Delta State under the dynamic leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.  The administration’s commitment to physical development has no doubt set a commendable pace. However, this progress must be matched with an equally robust approach to secur...

On behalf of my family, I extend heartfelt congratulations to my brother and friend, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevworl, Executive Governor of Delta State, on marking your second year in office. Your dedication, passion, and commitment to serving the people of Delta State has been truly Inspiring. In the past two years, your efforts have laid a strong foundation for growth and prosperity. I commend your exemplary service and look forward to a bright future under your leadership. As you mark this milestone, I pray that you will continue to enjoy God's abundant blessings, abiding goodness and sufficient grace. Congratulations on job well done, my brother. SIGNED: High Chief (Dr) Emonena Victor Wayles Egukawhore JP, FCILG Chairman, De Wayles Group of Companies

  Andrew Lucky Elerewe, Managing Director of Aiben Properties Ltd ,which is also known as Aiben Kapital Properties Mr Andrew Lucky Elerewe along with his accomplice Mr. Tunde Ajunwo, were alleged to had engaged  in a serious land grabbing and property destruction incident in Sabon Lugbe, FCT,Abuja.  The allegation as reported had it that the dou despite a subsisting court judgment and a valid warrant of possession issued by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Elerewe and Ajunwo, accompanied by police officers, forcefully entered and demolished properties on the disputed land, Located at Plot 1994, Sabon Lugbe East, Abuja Citing the Court ruling in a Court Case: Suit No: FCT/HC/CV/02/2022 at the FCT High Court " The court ruled in favour of the bona fide owner, Onos International Ltd, granting exclusive possession of the property.Issued and enforced by the Deputy Sheriff of the FCT High Court through the Enforcement Unit, confirming the rightful ownership and p...

  By Wilson Macaulay WARRI  – May 29, 2025 As Governor Sheriff Oborevwori marks two impactful years in office, tributes and commendations continue to flood in from political leaders, community stakeholders, and grassroots voices. Among the most compelling is that of Hon. Clement Ofovwi, popularly known as General Oloye, a revered ex-agitator, General Adviser to the Urhobo Ex-Agitators (PAP Third Phase), and currently Special Assistant to the Governor on Security. Speaking during a media chat in Warri, Hon. Clement Ofovwi described Governor Oborevwori as “a Daniel come to judgement”, invoking the biblical allusion to a wise and divinely inspired judge who brings justice and equity to all. > “In just two years, His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has demonstrated uncommon wisdom, humility, and strength in leadership,” Ofovwi stated. “He is a Daniel in our time – a man who has brought security, peace, and fairness to Delta State. The marginalized now have a voice, and...

  We at Emo Rock Concept Limited, a subsidiary of De Wayles Group of Companies, extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Elder Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori, on the second anniversary of your remarkable tenure as the Executive Governor of Delta State. Your leadership has been a shining beacon of dedication, vision, and steadfast progress for the state. We applaud your unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Delta State, with particular emphasis on enhancing infrastructure. As civil engineers, we have directly witnessed your drive at maintaining quality and appreciated your relentless pursuit of excellence, ensuring infrastructure projects not only meet but exceed specifications and standards. Your administration's focus on delivering essential amenities, including roads and bridges, has greatly improved the quality of life for citizens across the state. The timely completion of numerous impactful projects under your guidance stands as a testamen...

  By Wilson Macaulay  WARRI  As Governor Sheriff Oborevwori marks two years in office, commendations are pouring in from all corners of Delta State, with Hon. Francis Obule (JP )  the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, hailing the Governor’s performance as "unprecedented and transformational." Speaking during an interactive session with community stakeholders in Warri, in a Press Conference organized by the Gov Aide in honor of the 2nd Anniversary, Francis Obule stated unequivocally that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has exceeded the expectation of Deltans by turning the entire state into a "massive construction site" while maintaining peace and inclusivity. He made it abundantly clear, saying:  “No administration before now has delivered as much visible impact in just two years. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has demonstrated true leadership, transparency, and a sincere commitment to the  accelerated development of Delta State. This ...

  Director General of Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe has said that the state of the state address presented to the State House of Assembly on Wednesday by governor Sheriff Oborevwori, underscores the importance of openness, transparency and accountability in governance under constitutional democracy. He called on politicians and people in positions of authority to emulate the leadership style of governor Oborevwori by being transparent and accountable to the people at all times, pointing out that for democracy to thrive, all elected representatives from top to bottom must of a necessity be accountable to those who gave them the mandate to lead or to govern. The Bureau Chief commended governor Oborevwori over his good governance strides which earned him numerous Awards including; Best Governor of the Year, Best Governor in Infrastructure Development, and Best Governor in Good Governance, bestowed on him by ThisDay Arise Media Group, T...

  By Wilson Macaulay  At the 11th Inaugural Lecture of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun (FUPRE), Guest Lecturer Prof. Chinelo Anthonia Nwokolo stated that  creativity and linguistic innovation of Nigerians have significantly expanded the English language lexicon. She highlighted terms such as “Area Boy,” “Agbero,” “Eba,”  “419” etc as examples of Nigerian-originated words that have found their way into the Oxford English Dictionary.  Delivering her lecture titled "Disconnection, Distortion, and Disruption of English in the Nigerian Communication Setting" at the university's new auditorium, Prof. Chinelo Nwokolo emphasized that the inclusion of these words reflects not only Nigeria’s dynamic linguistic identity but also the global adaptability of English as a living language.  She traced the origin of English as a blend of Anglo-Saxon and various European languages and urged the audience to celebrate linguistic diversity and promote cult...

  By Wilson Macaulay In a bold move towards innovation and members empowerment, the Management of Divine Help Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative Society on Saturday, May 24, 2025, officially launched its Real Estate Division and introduced a dedicated mobile application designed to streamline cooperative operations. The event, which was held  with great enthusiasm at Mackvia  Plaza  Opposite Ekete inland junction along  DSC Express Way, marked a significant step forward in the Cooperative’s mission to provide tangible benefits for its members while embracing the digital transformation phenomenon that is  shaping our  modern socioeconomic landscape. In his opening remarks, Evangelist John Esegine, President of Divine Help Farmers Cooperative Society, expressed gratitude to God for the day’s success and commended branch chairmen and their executives for their dedication and service. “This day has been set aside not just to launch our new Real Estate sectio...

By Wilson Macaulay Warri, Delta State — In the wake of recent political shifts in Delta State, Olorogun Francis Vevakpor, National Coordinator of the Concerned Deltans for Good Governance Network (CDGGN), has called on citizens to set aside political differences and unite in prayer for the progress and stability of the state. Addressing the media during a press conference in Warri, Vevakpor appealed to Deltans — particularly civil society groups and community leaders — to organize inter-kingdom prayer sessions. The goal, he emphasized, is to seek divine intervention and guidance for Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his administration amid evolving political dynamics. “This is not the time to apportion blame,” Vevakpor stated. “It is time for collective prayers and divine intervention so that Delta State can reach its destined glory.” He described the recent defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as surprising, but urged the public to re...

  New members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Delta State, have been urged to fully participate in the ongoing e-registration exercise at designated centers across the three senatorial districts. Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, made the appeal in a statement on Sunday, saying that the e-registration process is mandatory for new members, especially those who recently defected from other political parties to the APC. He said the ongoing e-registration is legally backed by the party's constitution and duly approved by NEC, noting that the turn out has been impressive, while appealing to those who are yet to register to do so without further delay. Dr Oghenesivbe disclosed that he registered as a full member of the APC during Ethiope East LGA leaders e-registration exercise which took place at the Eku Country Home of Chief Bernard Edewor on 17th May, 2025, pointing out that once the e-registration process ...

  By Wilson Macaulay New members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Delta State, have been urged to fully participate in the ongoing e-registration exercise at designated centers across the three senatorial districts. Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, made the appeal in a statement on Sunday, saying that the e-registration process is mandatory for new members, especially those who recently defected from other political parties to the APC. He said the ongoing e-registration is legally backed by the party's constitution and duly approved by NEC, noting that the turn out has been impressive, while appealing to those who are yet to register to do so without further delay. Dr Oghenesivbe disclosed that he registered as a full member of the APC during Ethiope East LGA leaders e-registration exercise which took place at the Eku Country Home of Chief Bernard Edewor on 17th May, 2025, pointing out that once the e-re...

   On Friday, 16th May 2025, the entire Okpe Community in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, danced through major streets of Kokori to the private residence of the Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, in appreciation of governor Sheriff Oborevwori over the completion of Okpe Street construction project. The visibly happy and excited elders, women and youths from the entire 6 polling units of Okpe Community with over 4,000 registered voters vowed to campaign massively in Ethiope East LGA in the forthcoming general elections, and to vote enmass for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, come 2027. Receiving the bubbling mammoth crowd at his Kokori private residence, the Director General of Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, thanked them for the visit, and for appreciating governor Oborevwori for releasi...

  Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has positively impacted the socioeconomic and infrastructure development of  the state and people through his legacy projects, as encapsulated in the MORE agenda. Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, made the assertion while speaking to newsmen at the sideline of the ongoing Nigeria Public Relations Week, and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, taking place at the Ceedapeg Hotels Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, South-South Nigeria. He stated that Delta State has become an investment and tourism destination, rated as the fourth largest economy in Nigeria, and one of the most peaceful states in the Federal Republic. Dr Oghenesivbe assured that Delta State under Oborevwori administration shall sustain her enviable position as the undisputed economic nerve of Nigeria, being the number one oil producing state as a result of the good g...

—By Wilson Macaulay In a decisive and historically informed open letter, prominent Urhobo leaders of Warri South Local Government Area have firmly disassociated themselves from recent claims made by Chief Westham Adehor and Hon. Mark Ikpuri regarding the status of the Ijaw people in Warri South LGA of Delta State.The Urhobos of Warri leaders labeled the statements by the duo as false, divisive, and lacking legitimate backing from the Urhobo people. Addressed to Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the letter was signed by Olorogun Victor Okumagba, JP, Chief John Eranvor, Chief Isaac Emifoniye, and Comrade Stanley Agbosa—respected voices from the Urhobo ethnic group. The Urhobo leaders clearly affirmed that the Ijaws are indigenous to Warri South Local Government Area, describing any attempts to question or erase their status as unjust and historically inaccurate. “We, the undersigned respected sons of Urhobo extraction from Warri South Local...

By Wilson Macaulay  Emotions ran high as the Western Zone of the Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND) marked the 57th Boro Day Celebration in solemn reflection of the region’s enduring hardships. The ceremony, held in memory of Major Isaac Jasper Adaka Boro, was as much a tribute as it was a wake-up call to both the federal government and regional stakeholders Speaking at the event, MOSIEND Western Zone Chairman, Comrade Abulu Graham, decried the alarming state of affairs in the Niger Delta despite decades of activism and sacrifices. According to him, the hopes of Boro and other Niger Delta patriots have been betrayed by successive governments, who continue to neglect the region despite its vast contribution to the nation’s economy. “We are celebrating Boro Day with tears in our eyes,” Graham declared. “The same issues that led Boro to take up arms—poverty, underdevelopment, gas flaring, environmental pollution—are not only still wit...

By WILSON MACAULAY  At the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), the 10th Inaugural Lecture offered more than academic discourse—it offered a vision for the future. On April 11, 2025, Professor Arnold Adimabua Ojugo, Distinguished Computer Scientist and Pioneer Dean of FUPRE’s College of Computing, delivered a compelling lecture titled “Riding the Stormy Dynamics of Biased Data: Knowledge-Driven Opportunities and Implications for Society.” Drawing from over 16 years of research, Prof. Ojugo painted a vivid picture of how intelligent systems, powered by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data mining, are not just digital tools but pivotal agents of change in modern society. He argued that in a world awash with chaotic and biased data, intelligent models enable humanity to extract clarity, drive productivity, and uncover truth from the noise. “Machine learning skillsets empower us to derive intelligent insights from the void of chaos,” he stated, hig...

On this landmark occasion of your Golden Jubilee, I, Comrade Wilson Macaulay, Publisher of African Pride Media Online, write with immense joy, admiration, and gratitude to celebrate a man whose life is an embodiment of divine grace, uncommon tenacity, and service to humanity — Olugbemi Femi Michael, the Publisher of Democracy Online Newspaper. Turning fifty is no small feat. It is not just a celebration of age, but a profound testament to God's unfailing mercies and a life well-lived in purpose and impact. As you roll out the drums in honour of God’s benevolence upon your life, we join you in songs of thanksgiving, rejoicing in your journey so far — from humble beginnings to the lofty height of a respected media icon and a voice of truth in Nigeria’s democratic evolution. Through the pages of Democracy Online, you have consistently wielded the pen with integrity and conviction. You have become a custodian of truth, a champion of good governance, and a dependable ally of the voicele...

By Wilson Macaulay WARRI, NIGERIA — In a legal twist that could reshape the narrative of indigenous participation in Nigeria’s oil sector, the Bolowei of the Ijaw Nation and revered Prime Minister of the Niger Delta, Chief Tunde Smooth, has instituted a landmark legal action against global oil giant Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and its recent transaction partner, Renaissance African Energy Limited. The case, filed at the Federal High Court, Warri Judicial Division, through the chambers of Dr. Mudiaga Odje SAN & Co., centers around the contentious sale of Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 28, 43, and 45—prime oil blocks spanning host communities in Ijaw and Itsekiri lands, particularly Forcados, Omadino, and Escravos. Chief Smooth, acting through his company SMU-TUNS Nigeria Ltd, contends that the sale process not only sidelined credible indigenous bidders but allegedly contravened provisions of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act, the Nigerian Petroleum I...

By Wilson Macaulay  Prof. Ezekiel Oghenenyerhovwo Agbalagba has officially assumed duties as the 5th substantive Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), Delta State, taking over from Engr. Prof. Akpofure Rim-Rukeh. Until his appointment, Prof. Agbalagba was the Dean of the College of Science. The formal handover ceremony, held at the University’s new auditorium, was marked by a vibrant gathering of stakeholders, management staff, and dignitaries. In his acceptance speech, Prof. Agbalagba pledged to consolidate and build upon the solid legacies laid by his predecessor. He emphasized his commitment to staff and student welfare, promising to explore the immense potential of the University’s workforce. He also vowed to maintain and enhance the spirit of collaboration cultivated by the outgoing administration, which he described as a "winning team." Prof. Agbalagba, an internationally recognized scholar in Environmental Radiation Physics,...

  By Wilson Macaulay EFFURUN — In a moment steeped in emotion, dignity, and profound intellectual reflection, Engr. Prof. Akpofure Rim-Rukeh, the outgoing Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), bid farewell to the institution he helped shape with the official launch of his memoir titled Transforming Vision to Reality. The grand event, which took place at the Jubilee Retreat and Conference Centre, stood as a testament to a remarkable era of leadership and an enduring legacy built on vision, resilience, and transformation. The gathering was attended by a cross-section of distinguished personalities from academia, government, the oil and gas sector, traditional institutions, and the FUPRE community. It was not just a book launch—it was a celebration of a transformational journey led by a pioneer staff who rose through the ranks to occupy the university's highest office, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations. The b...