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 " By Wilson Macaulay A Yoruba indigenous rights group, under the aegis of  the Yoruba Rights Initiative, has condemned what it alleged to be the dispossession of 1,355 hectares of land in Eti-Osa in Lagos State from an 85 year old man, Pa Faloye Awosika, by two individuals of Southeastern extraction, Samson Nnadi and Jerry Erondu, through their real estate development company, Carter-Tech Ltd. Addressing newsmen over the weekend in Lagos, the group, through its Convener, Bamidele Adebanjo, and spokesperson, Eniola Fafunwa, alleged a case of gross injustice and naked oppression done to Yoruba people in Yorubaland by certain individuals from the Southeastern part of the country that had recently come to its attention. The group said:  "This case involves an 85 years old Yoruba elder, Pa C. Faloye Awosika, who has been most heinously duped of his land of 1,355 Hectares in Eti-Osa, Lagos State, by one criminally inclined fellow, Samson Nnadi and his equally crooked business part

  By Festus Ahon For residents of the twin cities of Warri and Effurun, Delta State commercial nerve centre, the good times are back with the announcement of the State Executive Council’s approval for the award of contract worth N78 billion to construction giant, Julius Berger Nigeria Limited, for the construction of three flyover bridges, cloverleaf and road expansion. Having endured years of neglect, decay and dilapidating infrastructure, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s big move to renew, regenerate and create new structure for the cities have elicited joy and celebrations among the residents. Their joy stems from the fact that the megalopolis which, no doubt, remains one of the leading commercial centre of the state has been in a state of comatose and a shadow of its past.  The megalopolis, signposted by bad roads, unkempt environment and protracted traffic, has become a source of worry to the people. The immediate administration of Dr Ifeanyi Okowa gave reasons why he couldn’t do muc

  By Wilson Macaulay Renowned Journalist cum politician Comrade Victor Otuya, has congratulated the member representing Ethiope West Constituency at the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon Blessing Achoja, on his emergence as the chairman, House Committee on  Science and Technology.  In  a release made available to newsmen Otuya described Achoja's  appointment as well deserved. He said the youthful politician  will bring his wealth of experience to bear in the oversight function of the  committee in relation to development of the ministry of science and technology in Delta State. Otuya, prayed to God to guide and protect the him   as he  focus on the task ahead.

  ---- Electoral Committee Chair Swear-in  New Exco By Wilson Macaulay General Tonye Bobo , the Chairman of the Ex - Agitators , Presidential Amnesty  Phase 3 was on Thursday, 14th ,September  2023 was   re- elected as the substantive National Chairman for his second tenure  to pilot the affairs of the Ex - Agitators  together with other members of Exco.  The general election which took place at  Run Town Carwash Bar opposite Heroes of Faith Church , East West Road, Ughelli Town, in Delta was well conducted in line with the bye laws which regulates the activities of the Ex - Agitators , Presidential Amnesty Phase. To begin the election proper, first,  the  National Exco was dissolved with every one was asked to step aside and a five Man Electoral Committee was set up with Samson Okou as Chairman, Elder Goodluck Ose, Secretary, Albert Guy, Speaker, while Edmund Amos and Kelvin Diye are members. Samson Okou Who addressed the General Assembly of the Ex- Agitators , stated the importance o

  By Wilson Macaulay His Excellency, RT Hon (Elder) Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State, in continuation of the celebration of his "FIRST 100 DAYS IN OFFICE"  on Thursday  14th , September 2023   Commissioned  the 2.6 km Okpolo/Enhwe/Uwheru  Road (Phase 2) amidst pomp and peagantry to the glory of God. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori the Delta Chief Executive in the course of Commissioning remarks stated that irrespective of the paucity of funds, the  State decided to embark on this Road Project due to the  fundamental need to mitigate the chalenges of perennial flooding in the Area. The Governor clarified and reaffirmed that his administration is  committed to giving equal attention to both Rural and Urban Roads in the State,  hence the recent  Exco approval of three flyovers to be constructed in Warri and Uvwie to   Check the problem of persistent traffic gridlock in Warri and Effurun  Metropolis  and also to ensure that the State is in the touchli

 * The Alema of Warri Kingdom, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, has congratulated the Group Managing Director of Income Electrix Limited, Engineer Matthew Edevbie on the conferment of a Doctor of Science in Engineering (Honoris Causa) on him by the Michael & Cecilia Ibru University. In a statement on Sunday, Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Webster Group of Companies said the honorary doctorate degree conferred on Edevbie was evidence of his immense contribution to the development of the engineering profession and the power sector as well as human capacity development in Nigeria and across Africa. The prominent chief said Michael & Cecilia Ibru University made the right choice by conferring the honorary doctorate degree on Engineer Edevbie.  ‘’I am delighted that Engineer Matthew Edevbie has been honoured by the Michael & Cecilia Ibru University in this special way. This is a well-deserved award and highly commendable’’. Edevbie, a sea

  By Wilson Macaulay WARRI The Leadership of Peace Development Security And Humanitarian Rights Association of Niger Deltans has commended the  good Performance of His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , the Executive Governor of Delta State over his First 100 Days in office. The Niger Delta Peace and Humanitarian Rights Group asserted in their appraisal  that the  Governor's  good Performance and numerous achievements within the First 100 Days in office has demonstrated that he came into  the Dennis Osadebey House prepared  With determination to move Delta State to greater heights no matter whose ox is gored. Comrade Mike J K Tiemo , the renowned Niger Delta Humanitarian Activist who is the Group President  in his speech stated that Governor Sheriff  Oborevwori  has awarded series of Projects and have commenced the execution of many , such as the construction of  Umeh bridge, payment of N5 .522 bn  Promotion arrears for civil servants , fully facilitated and guaranteed N40 bn 

  By Wilson Macaulay Hon Victor Asasa, The Chairman Isoko South Local Government Area has congratulated the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on the  occasion of his 100 days in office, as the Executive Governor of Delta State.  In a press statement made available to Daily lndependent Newspaper, Asasa described the governor as the most suitable man to steer the affairs of Delta State at a time like this, he said with his experience and success as Speaker at Delta State House of Assembly it is not surprising he has taken a firm administrative control of the State in just a hundred days. The Chairman Isoko South  also expressed a genuine belief and conviction that with what the Governor has done in just 100 days, he has displayed an uncommon signal that the populace will definitely enjoy the fruits of the MORE Agenda all through his tenures in office. Asasa said when you take a good look at his leadership style, projects initiated, his desire to unite Deltans and speed at deci

  By Wilson Macaulay The Leadership of Concerned Deltans For Good Governance Network (CDGGN ) has commended the laudable strides of His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , the Executive Governor of Delta State over his  Superlative Performance  as he celebrates his first 100 Days in office. Populist High Chief Wellington Bobo (JP)  FHR , the Oroupawei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, aka (the German Man ) , the Deputy National Coordinator of. CDGGN Group, while making his speech in Warri , clarified that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has Performed credibly well even beyond the expectation of the People across the three Senatorial Districts to the glory of God. High Chief Bobo, the Deputy National Coordinator of CDGGN   in his appraisal note asserted  that , Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is steadily on course using the instrumentality of the M .O.R .E Agenda to midwive the accelerated development of Delta State. The CDGGN boss stated in his address that indeed Governor Oborevwori hit the ground ru

  By Wilson Macaulay The  Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), has announced the commencement  of  College of Maritime and Offshore Studies as they have started Admitting New Students beggining  from 2023/2024 Academic Session. The   information  which was contained in a Press release signed by  Dr. (Mrs.) Omoyine E. Jane Registrar/Secretary to Council and  made available to Daily Independent Newspaper by Mr lsaac Ogbra  of  the Directorate of Media And  Public Administration  reads in part:  " This is to inform prospective students wishing to apply to FUPRE that the University has commenced admission into two (2) new undergraduate programmes having secured approval from the NUC after a resource verification exercise carried out by its panels of experts. " The Statement added that these full-time undergraduate programmes under the College of Maritime and Offshore Studies will be available for students with effect from the 2023/2024 academic session.  Ot

H.E. Dcn. Kingsley B. Otuaro.Esq., the former Deputy Governor of Delta State, extended his felicitations to Atuwaste III, the Olu of Warri, on the occasion of his second anniversary since ascending the throne. In a statement issued on Monday, H.E. Dcn. Kingsley B. Otuaro.Esq. commended the Olu of Warri for his effective leadership, which has played a pivotal role in maintaining peace in Warri and its neighboring regions. He also acknowledged the Olu's active contributions to trade and commerce within the kingdom during his two-year reign, highlighting the significant impact on various economic endeavours.  H.E. Dcn. Kingsley B. Otuaro.Esq. earnestly prayed, seeking divine intervention for God to bestow upon the Olu the wisdom required to lead his people effectively. Additionally, he fervently wished for the Olu to be blessed with a long and prosperous life.     Olu of Warri Celebrates Two Years of Reign with Notable Economic Contributions, Says H.E. Dcn. Kingsley B. Otuaro.Esq. WA

  NGOs Collaborate with IYA to Fight Social Violence Against in Society. By: Owhe Emmanuel  The Renaissance Girl-Child and Women Initiative today the 9 day of August 2023 seeks collaboration with the Isoko Youth Assembly Worldwide in a collective effort to combat social violence against the girl child and eradicate other social vices that hamper the well-being of the underprivileged in Delta State and Nigeria as a whole. This collaboration aims to bridge the gaps in society and create a nurturing environment for the girl child to flourish. the President General Prince Matthew Olomu, and Comrade Owhe Emmanuel, Senior Patron, have stressed the significance of governmental and other multinationals to further support the aims and objectives of these non-governmental organizations. Promoting Social Violence-Free Environments: One of the primary objectives of this collaboration is to raise awareness about social violence against the girl child. The Renaissance Girl-Child and Women Initiative

  The immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State, H.E. Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, has sent a congratulatory message  to HRM. the Asagba of Asaba, Obi (Prof) Chike Edozien, on the joyous occasion of his 99th birth anniversary. The congratulatory message was shared on Otuaro's verified Facebook page, expressing his delight in joining the wonderful people of Delta State in celebrating the esteemed royal leader. The statement released on the Facebook page reads, "I am delighted to join the wonderful people of Delta State in extending heartfelt congratulations to HRM. the Asagba of Asaba, Obi (Prof) Chike Edozien, on the joyous occasion of his 99th birth anniversary." This message not only marks the significance of this momentous milestone but also emphasizes the importance of recognizing the Asagba's exceptional achievements throughout his illustrious life. Otuaro, in his heartfelt message, expressed profound gratitude for the Asagba's tireless efforts in creatin

  Amid escalating tensions in Egbema Kingdom, Delta State, arising from its exclusion in the list of commissioners-designate submitted for screening, the kingdom's leaders have released a statement appealing for tranquility. The statement, Signed by Hon. Bishop Sunny Jero (JP), President of Egbema Political Forum, and Amb. Jude Ebitimi Ukori (JP), General Secretary of the forum, calls upon all aggrieved sons and daughters of Egbema Kingdom to embrace peace and calmness. The statement with the title : "NOMINATION OF CABINET COMMISSIONERS BY THE EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF DELTA STATE: EGBEMA LEADERS CALL FOR PEACE" , It reads in full : "We the political leaders of Egbema kingdom under the umbrella of Egbema Political Forum, the apex political organization in Egbema, Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State wish to call on all aggrieved sons and daughters of Egbema Kingdom to give peace a chance, over the non inclusion/ consideration of Egbema Ijaw sons and daughters

  By Wilson Macaulay WARRI Olu of Warri  Ogiame Atuwatse III has extended an open  invitation to  an  Itsekiri group, Iwere Consultative Forum to meet with him at the palace . The monarch in his open invitation made available to newsmen   said the group  should  seek an appointment with him through his Back office, adding that he had always attended to mails addressed to him.   The letter signed by Head Back Office , Mr Oriiz Onuwaje reads in part, :  "We bring you greetings and blessings from the ancient throne of warri kingdom on behalf of the crown and the people of Iwere land. "His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR ,The Olu of Warri acknowledges receipt of your open letter referenced above.  "It is pertinent to note here that all correspondences addressed to his Majesty Ogiame reaches its destination and receives prompt attention from his Majesty. "Please contact the Back office to arrange a convenient date and time for a meeting with his Majesty". Meantime,

   Coalition for Media Politics and Governance, CMPG, has commended Delta State Governor, Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, JP, for appointing the immediate past member representing Uvwie State Constituency, Chief Hon Solomon Ighrakpata, as Chairman of Delta State Board of Internal Revenue, DBIR, and other new members of the Board. The foremost media pressure group in a congratulatory message signed by its Chairman, Olorogun Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, and State Publicity Secretary, Onajite Malcolm Tagbarha, described Ighrakpata as a perfect gentleman, a team player and a loyal party man.  The group assured that his wealth of experience in legislative business and as a technocrat will, for sure, boost service delivery, especially in the area of increased but painless revenue generation for the state, by the State Board of Internal Revenue. CMPG noted that Hon Ighrakpata worked tirelessly before, during and after the 2023 electioneering campaigns, occasioning the landslide victory