Abia @34: We can see the abundant proof of good governance in Abia State today – Hon. Otuwe Orji

By: Celestine Ukah 

Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Ohafia LGA, Abia State, Hon. Robinson Otuwe Kalu Orji, says Abians can see the abundant proof of good governance in the State as the state celebrates the 34th anniversary of its creation.

Hon. Robinson Otuwe Orji, an indigene of Nkporo and former candidate of Ohafia North State Constituency of Abia State House of Assembly in the 2023 election, enjoined Nkporo and all Abians to always show support to the federal and state government in order to enjoy the dividends of democracy.

According to Hon. Orji in his congratulatory message to the good people of Nkporo, Ohafia, and Governor Otti: “On behalf of myself, my family, and the good people of Ohafia North State Constituency, it gladdens my heart to celebrate the 34th anniversary of our beloved State, Abia.

“Words cannot bear the weight of my gratitude to God Almighty for His matchless benevolence upon my life and the privilege to witness this great day.

“Looking back at all those years, we can see the abundant proof of good governance in Abia State today.

“I rejoice on the occasion of our 34th anniversary with great humility and pride. Humility that God has chosen our state – a state named after Him (GOD’S OWN STATE) to be the beacon of hope in our national democratic experiment. Pride that in just 3 years, he has built a momentum for development, progress, and growth, which will outlive this administration and set a paradigm for good governance in our dear state.

“As we celebrate this year’s anniversary of our dear state today, 27th August 2025, I want to wish His Excellency the Governor of Abia State, Gov. Alex Otti, a fruitful and blissful administration.

“And to all Nkporians and Abians in general, I urge us to continue giving our unflinching support and loyalty to the government of the day for the actualization of the Completion Agenda of our visionary Governor.

“And in doing so, we will enhance development and strengthen the cord of industrialization through service. Congratulations and happy celebrations to all of us!

God bless Abia State,
God bless Nkporians.
God bless Ohafia North State Constituency.
Thank you and God bless all of us.

Hon. Robinson Otuwe Kalu Orji”

2026 Women AFCON: Super Falcons to go hard on She-Cheetahs, as Lionesses face tough task

The race for tickets to next year’s Women Africa Cup of Nations, also to be staged in Morocco just as the last two editions, will be concluded in October with Cup holders and 10-time winners Nigeria up against the She-Cheetahs of Benin Republic, and Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses up against a mountain.

The Lionesses, runners-up in 2014 in Namibia and in 2016 when Cameroon hosted (both times beaten by Nigeria in the final), must negotiate a tricky fixture against Algeria’s Lady Fennecs in the final qualifying fixture set for 20th – 28th October.

Algeria is noted as a rising power in women’s football in the continent, as the Lady Fennecs finished in second place behind eventual winners Nigeria in their group in Morocco in July this year. They defeated Botswana by a lone goal, and drew 0-0 with both Tunisia and Nigeria to reach the quarter-finals. They took Ghana’s Black Queens to the rubber in their quarter-final clash before eventually bowing out 2-4 after a penalty shootout.

The Indomitable Lionesses also failed to qualify for this year’s finals staged in Morocco, and lost 0-2 to Nigeria in a friendly match played in Abeokuta weeks before the finals.

Benin Republic will host the first leg against Justine Madugu’s Falcons, before Nigeria play host to the return leg. Both matches have to be concluded within the window of 20th – 28th October.

To reach the final round of the qualification series, Benin Republic defeated Sierra Leone’s senior women’s team 5-2 on aggregate, winning 2-1 in Togo and 3-1 in Monrovia, as both teams had to play their home matches on away ground due to absence of any CAF-approved match venue in both countries.

Senegal’s Lionesses, who reached the quarter-finals in Morocco last month before losing to South Africa on penalties after 0-0 in regulation and extra time, face a daunting task against Cote d’Ivoire senior girls in the final round.

The winners of 11 final qualifying fixtures will join hosts Morocco in the final competition that has been scheduled for March 2026, and from where all four semi-finalists will pick tickets to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup finals in Brazil.

Two additional slots are available for Africa through a play-off tournament, as was the case before the 2023 finals in Australia and New Zealand. Just as was the case in Down Under, the final competition in Brazil (set for 24 June – 25 July 2027) will have 32 teams.

However, world football-ruling body FIFA has increased the numbers of teams for the final competition to 48, starting with the 11th edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2031, to be co-hosted by Mexico and the United States of America.

2026 WOMEN AFCON FINAL ROUND FIXTURES

Angola Vs Malawi

DR Congo Vs South Africa

Tanzania Vs Ethiopia

Namibia Vs Zambia

Burkina Faso Vs Togo

Algeria Vs Cameroon

Egypt Vs Ghana

Kenya Vs Gambia

Benin Republic Vs Nigeria

Cape Verde Vs Mali

Senegal Vs Cote d’Ivoire

As Delta Clocks 34: Dr. Agbolayah Expresses High Praises for Gov. Oborevwori, Other Past Leaders

The Special Adviser to Delta State Governor on Community Development, Amb. (Dr.) Toyin Orighomisan Agbolayah JP, has expressed deep praise for the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and other past leaders of the state for their commitment to the remarkable development and progress recorded in the state since 1991, when it was created from the defunct Bendel State.

Dr. Toyin Agbolayah gave the commendation on Wednesday, August 27, in Asaba, the state capital, in commemoration of the 34th anniversary of the state.

The Special Adviser commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the past leaders for the continued development, peace, and togetherness recorded in the state.

While commending the efforts of past governors of the state towards the accelerated development of the oil-rich Delta, the Special Adviser noted that the state has continued on the path of progress.

He singled out the current Governor of the state, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, whom he described as an all-around master for his developmental strides recorded across all sectors.

Dr. Agbolayah appreciated Governor Oborevwori for his administration’s massive infrastructural development, as well as initiating laudable people-oriented policies and programs, and hailed him for the ongoing construction of flyovers in Warri and the recent approval of N230 billion worth of projects and the adoption of a mini-grid model approach to revolutionize the electricity sector in Delta State through the MORE Agenda of his administration.

He also commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his recent financial empowerment of 10,000 widows in the state, stressing that the Governor has delivered on his promises to Deltans.

“I know people call him UKODO and our Governor, but I’m trying to change the narrative that he’s not just the Ukodo or the Governor, but the KING OF INFRASTRUCTURE. I thank God that I have the privilege of serving under him, as he has expanded the foundation laid by his predecessors and he is also building on it solidly.

“So on this occasion of our 34th anniversary as a state, all I will continue to wish Deltans, in line with the MORE Agenda mantra of His Excellency the Governor, is the continued peace and progress of the state and her people,” he stated.

Delta @34: DOPF Congratulates Governor Oborevwori, Deltans, Call on the Governor to Sign Community Security Bill into Law

The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has congratulated His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and the good people of Delta State on the occasion of the state’s 34th anniversary.

Delta State, created on August 27, 1991, by former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, has, over the years, evolved into a hub of rich cultural diversity, remarkable growth, and progressive governance that has brought government closer to the people through people-oriented policies and programmes.

While acknowledging the many achievements recorded in the last three decades, DOPF noted that the state has also faced developmental challenges, particularly in the areas of industrial expansion and security. These, the Forum stressed, remain critical issues that must be tackled with renewed focus if Delta is to maximize its economic and social potential.

In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Ehvwubare Oghenekparobo FIMC, ANIPR, the Forum commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his pragmatic leadership and the visible impact of his M.O.R.E Agenda, which has already reflected in higher standards of project execution, especially in road infrastructure across the state.

According to DOPF, these strides represent deliberate steps to entrench good governance and accelerate development.

However, the Forum urged the Governor to seize the moment of this 34th anniversary to assent to the recently passed Community Security Bill by the Delta State House of Assembly and put in place effective structures for its implementation. DOPF believes that the Bill, once operationalized, would provide a solid institutional framework to complement existing measures in addressing insecurity—one of the major challenges confronting communities and businesses in the state.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we commend the contributions of past leaders and all arms of government to the progress of Delta State since creation,” the Forum stated. “We equally salute the resilience and determination of Deltans, whose collective drive continues to shape the state’s forward march.”

The Forum reaffirmed its commitment to supporting government initiatives through constructive reportage, balanced analysis, and developmental journalism in the overall interest of building a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Delta State.

Warri Rep Member, Chief Ereyitomi congratulates Deltans @34, assures of more development

The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Honourable Chief Dr. Thomas Ereyitomi JP, has felicitated Warri Federal Constituents and all Deltans as they celebrate the 34th creation of Delta State.

Rep. Ereyitomi said it’s a good thing to celebrate the creation of Delta State on August 27, 1991, and that apart from military administrations that took charge of the state for almost eight years after that, the state has witnessed massive democratic governance starting from 1999 with Chief James Onanefe Ibori, Dr. Emmanuel Ewetan Uduaghan, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, and currently Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, all with development to show.

Chief Ereyitomi, Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources Training Funds, stressed that meaningful and visible development can be spotted across the health care sectors, education, infrastructure, among other critical sectors in the state.

The Warri Federal lawmaker hailed those who have contributed to the development of the state, assuring that as a federal lawmaker, he will consolidate on making laws that will attract meaningful development and investors to Warri Federal Constituency as well as Delta State at large.

Chief Ereyitomi commended Warri Federal Constituents for their hospitality and peaceful coexistence, urging them to remain resolute in things that will move the area forward and the state in general, as he wished Delta State more years of forward-looking achievements.

Solution FC Screening Exercise for 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) Season

The Management of Solution Football Club of Anambra State wishes to invite both old and new players to her screening exercise for recruitment of players for the upcoming 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season.

The screening exercise will hold for a period of two weeks from Saturday, 30th August to Saturday, 12th September, 2025 at the Central School pitch Mgbakwu this short duration owing to the ongoing palliative work at the Awka City Stadium playing surface.

The screening exercise which commences by 7am each day promises to be free and fair in conformity with all football guidelines geared towards recruiting young talented and experienced footballers of Anambra extraction and beyond for our dear Solution FC.

For more information, contact/call the numbers: 08169257792 and 07037205549.

INEC CVR : Ughelli/Udu Fed Constituency Forum mobilises Citizens for Voter Registration 

The Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency Forum has commenced a vigorous mobilisation drive, urging eligible citizens across the constituency to take advantage of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise being conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to register.

The Chairman of the Forum, Olorogun John Oguma, made the appeal in a statement issued on Tuesday in Asaba, stressing that voter registration remained a civic duty and a critical step toward ensuring effective representation in the 2027 general elections.

Olorogun Oguma explained that the forum’s decision to launch the mobilisation campaign was borne out of a deep concern that many eligible voters in the constituency, particularly youths and first-time voters, were yet to be captured in the INEC register.

He emphasised that without proper registration and collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), citizens would be deprived of their right to determine who governs them.

“Political participation begins with voter registration,” Oguma said. “Our people cannot afford to sit on the sidelines in 2027. The CVR exercise provides an opportunity for those who have just turned 18 to register, as well as those who have changed residence, to update their details and secure their PVCs.”

He urged community leaders, religious organisations, and youth groups to complement INEC’s efforts by sensitising their members on the importance of registering early and avoiding the last-minute rush that often characterises electoral processes.

While commending INEC for decentralising the registration process across its state and local government offices, the Forum chairman appealed to the commission to ensure that its officials are adequately equipped with materials and logistics to handle the expected surge in registrants.

Olorogun Oguma also reassured the constituents that the Forum would continue to work with stakeholders to sustain awareness campaigns until the end of the registration period.

“Our democracy can only thrive when every eligible citizen takes ownership of the process. The power to decide the future of our constituency and Nigeria lies in our PVCs,” he added.

The CVR exercise, which began nationwide earlier this year, provides an opportunity for new registrants, those seeking to transfer their voting location, and those needing corrections on their PVCs to do so ahead of the 2027 polls.