DTHA Member, Omonade dissociates himself from online report disparaging Oborevwori, Assembly

Matthew Onojighofia Omonade, Esq, the member representing Ughelli North One Constituency, has dissociated himself from online report disparaging the state government led by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori over his suspension from the State Assembly.

Omonade in a disclaimer statement he entitled “RE: OMONADE’S SUSPENSION: WHO’S STILL DISPUTING DELTA IS UNDER CHOKE OF A KINDERGARTEN GOVT?”, expressed displeasure that people could deploy toxic machinations to play politics with the current situation.

The statement reads “I read with deep consternation an online article on spadenigeria.com written by one Zik Gbemre on May 27, 2024 titled “Omonade’s Suspension: Who’s Still Disputing Delta is Under Choke of a Kindergarten Govt?”, in which he sold a wrong and toxic thought on the internal conflict we had in Delta State House of Assembly. As lawmakers, it is inevitable to experience internal issue which are also meant to be resolved in the House.

“I want to state categorically and in very clear terms that I, Hon. Matthew Onojighofia Omonade, member representing the good people of Ughelli North Constituency 1, did not at any time, or at any meeting – be it online or offline- authorize any member of the public to write an article or a column on the above subject. Nobody should deploy toxic machinations to play politics with the current situation. I am a man of peace who seeks the best for my people.

“I wish to re-emphasise that whatever narrative the writer has pushed to the public domain is nothing but MERE SPECULATIONS, which to me, are unhealthy. In other words, Zik Gbemre’s opinion in that article does not represent my sentiments and/or the TRUE position of things. As I had emphasized earlier, I am a pacifist, and would always take healthy, legitimate steps to handle issues.

“Zik Gbemre does not have any mutual relationship with me, and did not have any conversation with me before ventilating this wrong message to the unsuspecting public. I have NEVER met him in person or spoken to him in my entire life. I expected him to have first reached out to me, to know the true state of things.

“I am committed to working with my colleagues for the greater good of Deltans. So, whatever inspired Gbemre’s tirade does not reflect my humane disposition to issues.

I appreciate all those that consistently reached out to me. All is well”, Omonade stated.

365 Days: Tantita restates commitment in partnering Tinubu’s administration in War against crude oil theft

** Says No Stone will be left unturned to guarantee increased crude production.

The management of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL, has restated the company’s commitment in partnering the administration of President Bola Tinubu in combating crude oil theft and restoring the environment.

The reassurance, was contained in a goodwill message by the management of the company to felicitate President Bola Tinubu, on the occasion of the celebration of his administration ‘s first year in office.

Expressing confidence in President Tinubu to lead the Nation to greater heights and create prosperity for all Nigerians, TSSNL assured the government of its unwavering dedication to apprehending ships, vessels, and individuals involved in illegal crude oil bunkering activities that had negatively impacted the nation’s economy and devastated the ecosystem over the past years.

The company pledged to work tirelessly in support of the administration’s efforts to maintain zero tolerance for oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta region and emphasized its commitment to carrying out its duties with renewed enthusiasm, vigor, and efficiency to support the administration’s campaign promises to the Nigerian people.

TSSNL’s underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between the private sector and the government in addressing critical challenges facing the nation’s oil and gas sector.

As President Tinubu’s administration marks its first year in office, stakeholders like TSSNL are poised to play a crucial role in advancing the country’s economic development and environmental sustainability goals.

“Your Excellency, the revelations by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engineer Mele Kyari, at a forum in Lagos on Saturday, May 18th that the nation’s crude oil production was inching towards 1.7M bpd nakedly indicated that the painstaking efforts by TANTITA and other industry stakeholders are yielding desired results.

“This is heart-warming and TANTITA is excited to be an integral part of the success story, especially when viewed from the unpalatable report of the nation producing less than 700bpd in the recent past.

“Your Excellency, TANTITA, as a patriotic organisation, wishes to assure you of our preparedness to join forces with relevant players to upscale the production tide to 2.2m bpd before the end of 2024.

“We plead for synergy and collaborative efforts by all relevant stakeholders to make this possible.

“To this end, Tantita endorses and fully key into the Renewed Hope mantra of the government.

“The Asiwaju Administration is built on a solid foundation and cannot be unhinged.

“TSSNL stands with Mr. President all the way.

“We are confident that the nation shall witness a new regime of turn arounds, be it in the economy, environmental restoration, security or infrastructural paradyms.

“Once again, TSSNL wants to re-assure Mr. President of its commitment to preserving our environment and securing crude oil pipelines in the Niger Delta region.

“No stone will be left unturned to guarantee increased crude production, guarantee improved revenue generation for the growth and diversification of the economy.

“All local and foreign saboteurs still hiding to operate in the oil sector shall be totally dislodged and made to face the law.

“There shall be no sacred cow in our line of duty of sanitizing the creek of bootleggers, crooks and thieves.

“Once again, we congratulate Mr. President on this memorable occasion and wish him all the best as he navigates the nation to her assured destiny of greatness, happiness for all citizens and admiration in the comity of nations.

“May the good Lord grant you more wisdom and sound health to steer the affairs of the nation for the well-being of all citizens and to the envy of other nations,” Tantita management stated.

Here Is The Full Felicitation Message From Tanitita To Mark One Year Anniversary Of President Bola Tinubu :

LETTER OF FELICITATION WITH HIS EXCELLENCY, ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU GCFR, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN- CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON HIS ONE YEAR IN OFFICE.

The management and entire team of TANTITA SECURITY SERVICES NIGERIA LIMITED (TSSNL) wish to congratulate His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on this auspicious occasion of his administration’s one year in office, today, May 29th, 2024.

Though one year was gusty and breathe- taking, it has, however, set the nation on the path of economic recovery and restoration.

The period of one year has also reinforced an assurance to citizens that better days lie ahead.

TSSNL has implicit trust and faith in the administration’s capacity to galvanize the nation to greater heights and create an aura of abundance for Nigerians.

TSSNL assures the government that it will not rest on its oars to apprehend ships, vessels and persons involved in the illegal crude oil bunkering business that had economically retarded the nation in real term in the last 8 years and devastated our ecosystem.

We will continue to work in support of the administration through ensuring zero tolerance for oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta.

We will perform our assigned duties with renewed enthusiasm, vigour and to the best of our ability.

The spillover effect would be the boost in oil production, which in turn will exponentially lead to increased revenue earnings of the nation and restore our environment.

This will enable your administration to fulfil its campaign promises to Nigerians.

Your Excellency, the revelations by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engineer Mele Kyari, at a forum in Lagos on Saturday, May 18th that the nation’s crude oil production was inching towards 1.7M bpd nakedly indicated that the painstaking efforts by TANTITA and other industry stakeholders are yielding desired results.

This is heart-warming and TANTITA is excited to be an integral part of the success story, especially when viewed from the unpalatable report of the nation producing less than 700bpd in the recent past.

Your Excellency, TANTITA, as a patriotic organisation, wishes to assure you of our preparedness to join forces with relevant players to upscale the production tide to 2.2m bpd before the end of 2024.

We plead for synergy and collaborative efforts by all relevant stakeholders to make this possible.

To this end, Tantita endorses and fully key into the Renewed Hope mantra of the government.

The Asiwaju Administration is built on a solid foundation and cannot be unhinged.

TSSNL stands with Mr. President all the way.

We are confident that the nation shall witness a new regime of turn arounds, be it in the economy, environmental restoration, security or infrastructural paradyms.

Once again, TSSNL wants to re-assure Mr. President of its commitment to preserving our environment and securing crude oil pipelines in the Niger Delta region.

No stone will be left unturned to guarantee increased crude production, guarantee improved revenue generation for the growth and diversification of the economy.

All local and foreign saboteurs still hiding to operate in the oil sector shall be totally dislodged and made to face the law.

There shall be no sacred cow in our line of duty of sanitizing the creek of bootleggers, crooks and thieves.

Once again, we congratulate Mr. President on this memorable occasion and wish him all the best as he navigates the nation to her assured destiny of greatness, happiness for all citizens and admiration in the comity of nations.

May the good Lord grant you more wisdom and sound health to steer the affairs of the nation for the well-being of all citizens and to the envy of other nations.

SIGNED: MANAGEMENT

Children’s Day reminds us of boundless joy, hope that children bring into lives- Guwor

**Charges them to dream big, pursue their passions, never lose sight of goals

As the nation celebrate this year’s Children’s National Day, Speaker Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has stressed the need for collective efforts towards ensuring that every child is nurtured, educated and empowered to reach their fullest potentials.

Rt Hon Guwor in a goodwill message to parents and children in Delta State on the National Day celebration, said the event reminds us as a people of the boundless joy and hope that children bring into lives and the society at large.

The Speaker in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, CPS, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, extends heartfelt greetings and best wishes to every child in Delta state.

He described Children as the greatest treasure and the future architects of the society, saying that it is a collective responsibility to ensure promising and bright future for them.

Rt Hon Guwor said the Delta State House of Assembly remains dedicated to processing bills that protect the rights of children as well as promote their well-being, and provide them with quality beginnings.

The Speaker assured that the State Legislature under his watch, would continue to encourage investment in the children’s futures.

He also promised sustained synergy with the Executive to enhancing educational facilities, access to healthcare as well as legislative support on programmes that foster development and growth of children in Delta State.

Guwor reminded the children that they have the power to shape the future, and promised all desired support from the legislature.

“To all the children, I encourage you to dream big, pursue your passions, and never lose sight of your goals”, Guwor stated.

He thanked parents, teachers and all who work with the children, for their invaluable role and profound impact on their lives.

“As we commemorate this special day for our children, let us strive harder to creating a safe and supportive environment where every child can thrive.

“Let us celebrate our Children with joy and optimism. Collectively, we can build a brighter and more prosperous future for them”, Guwor stressed.

Professor Osiegbu Becomes ‘Ojugbana’ Of Issele-Uku Kingdom

By: Patrick Ochei

Issele-Uku Kingdom, the headquarters of Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, was Friday 24th May, 2024, agog with traditional sounds and beats as a former University lecturer, Prof. Patrick Osiegbu was conferred with the Traditional Chieftaincy Title of “Ojugbana of Issele-Uku Kingdom” by the revered Agbogidi Obi Nduka JP (MNSE).

The Royal Father had gone ahead to perform the traditional rites of installation by chalking, beading and wearing him with the red cap and Eagle feathers (Ida Nzu, Ibe Ejije Ukwu na Ikpudo Okpu Ododo na Abuba Ugo) immediately after the breaking of kolanut and prayer by the Ogbelani of Issele-Uku, Diokpa Isimchei Okonkwo.

Chief (Prof.) Patrick Osiegbu was led to the Palace by his kith and kin from Ogbeofu extraction of Issele-Uku community with the Olimgba dance; and indeed it was graceful.

For the first time as a chief, he had a royal handshake with the Monarch before stepping down from the point of installation to have another handshake with his fellow chiefs, wielding his staff of authority which is the “abani” majestically.

After the awesome occasion at the Issele-Uku Royal Palace, family members, guests and well wishers joined the newly appointed ‘Ojugbana’ to his country home for reception and entertainment.

Indeed, many believed that Prof. Osiegbu was long overdue for a Chieftaincy Title; however, they eulogized the highly loved Obi of Issele-Uku for still deeming it feat to appoint him as one.

Going down memory lane, it was agreeable in most quarters that Prof. Osiegbu deserved such a Chieftaincy reward as honour for his years of community service and development effort.

Prof. Osiegbu was very active in serving Issele-Uku course, even as then lecturer with the Delta State University, Abraka, before being drafted to Anwai campus (Now Dennis Osadebay University) to head the Faculty of Business Management.

From his cognitive and proactive service to Issele-Uku, he rose to become the President General of Issele-Uku Development Union (IDU) where he made significant achievements, majorly by getting the Hope International, Canada to approve and donate medical equipment to Issele-Uku General Hospital. Against all odds, he funded the importation, clearance and transportation of the medical equipment from Lagos Port to Issele-Uku, where they were delivered to the medical doctor in charge of the hospital.

It was also during his tenure that most branches of IDU began to compete for projects to site in Issele-Uku, for which Lagos Branch was able to conceptualise and execute the Issele-Uku City Gate which has given the town the deserved ambience it enjoys today.

It was a well attended Chieftaincy ceremony where dignitaries from all walks of life were present, including the celebrant, Chief Osiegbu’s children who flew in from America to be with their father and latest chief in Issele-Uku Kingdom.

Ibrahim Lamorde: Your Death Is Painful, Sad Development, Says MD/CEO Of IASL

*** Describes Him As Exceptional, Visionary, Patriotic Leader

*** Says Their Chairman Will Be Sorely Missed

The Management, Staff and Board of Directors of Inter-Atlas Synergy Ltd (IASL), have been thrown into mourning over the untimely demise of their Executive Chairman, Ibrahim Lamorde, expressing shock about the development.

The former EFCC boss, Ibrahim Lamorde died on Saturday, May 25th, 2024 in Egypt.

The Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Inter-Atlas Synergy Ltd (IASL), Olufemi Meshe, in a Press Statement on Monday, May 27th, 2024, described his death of the former EFCC boss as painful and a sad development.

While saying that they are deeply touched and shocked by the sad development, he said that; “Our thoughts and prayers are for everyone, especially his esteemed Wives and Children of our departed boss, family members and friends at this sorrowful period. We share their grieve and we deeply sympathise with them”.

Olufemi Meshe said that it has been a great privilege to know their dear Chairman personally and to have worked alongside with him over the last couple of years.

He described him as an exceptional, visionary and patriotic leader, who dedicated his working life to public service, adding that; “We are truly privileged to have worked alongside such a thoughtful, wonderful, affectionate and passionate colleague and a true gentleman. Our Chairman will be sorely missed”.

Here Is The Full Statement From MD CEO Of IASL: The Management, Staff and Board of Directors of Inter-Atlas Synergy Ltd (IASL), regrettably announce the untimely passage of our Executive Chairman, Ibrahim Lamorde, which occurred on Saturday the 25th of May 2024.

We are deeply touched and shocked by this sad development.

Our thoughts and prayers are for everyone, especially his esteemed Wives and Children of our departed boss, family members and friends at this sorrowful period.

We share their grieve and we deeply sympathise with them.

It has been a great privilege to know our dear Chairman personally and to have worked alongside with him over the last couple of years.

He was an exceptional, visionary and patriotic leader, who dedicated his working life to public service.

We are truly privileged to have worked alongside such a thoughtful, wonderful, affectionate and passionate colleague and a true gentleman.
Our Chairman will be sorely missed.

Burial announcement to be announced by the family.

One year in Office: With 317 projects ongoing, Delta turned to construction site- Gov. Oborevwori declares

By: Andy Emephia

In spite of odds strewn across his path in the build up to occupying Dennis Osadebay house , the seat of government in Delta state , Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has disclosed that with 317 projects ongoing in the state , Delta has turned to a huge construction site

Oborevwori said that 76 of the projects spanning 171.49km of roads , as well as 85.30km lenght of drains , were initiated by his administration

The Governor stated these during his one year in office anniversary thanksgiving at the Living faith Church ( Winners Chapel), lbusa road , Asaba

Noting that his emergence as Governor was a divine choice , judging from the pool of eminently qualified Deltans who contested the PDP Govrnorship primaries with him and subsequent elections with other political party candidates , Governor Sheriff Oborevwori added that the 38 court cases against his emergence which he won was further proof of his divine mandate to govern Delta at this point in time

Acknowledging though that the past one year has been full of tests and challenges , he however acknowledged God,s faithfulness to overcome

Also noting that the 2022 PDP Guber primaries was the most keenly contested in the history of Delta politics , Oborevwori gave all thanks to God for his emergence

He also commended his dear wife , Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori , the Deputy Governor , his predecessor Senator Dr lfeanyi Okowa, former Governor Uduaghan , the judiciary and legislature , as well as the traditional institution and other political appointees for the support thus far, promising that he is confident of the Delta of everyone,s dream to be a reality .

The Governor said his administration has surpassed expectations despite challenges and expressed confidence that with God on the throne , his MORE agenda was on course

The thanksgiving service was attended also by serving and non serving Senators including Senator Joel Onowakpo Thomas representing Delta South senatorial District, Deputy Speaker DTHA , Rt Hon Arthur Akpowowo, the Chairman Delta Council of Traditional Rulers and Orodje of Okpe , HRM Felix Mujakperuo , Orhue 1, the state Chief Judge , Hon Justice Theresa Diai, her Customary Court of Appeal colleague , Hon Justice Orishedere , PDP State Chairman , Olorogun Kingsley Esiso, among others

Jehoiakim Ayomanor Canvases Support For Abeke

.**Appeals To Critical Stakeholders To Respect The Decision Of The Party

SAPELE: One of the leading aspirants in the just concluded chairmanship primaries of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sapele Local Government Area, of Delta State, Hon. Evangelist Jehoiakim Ayomanor, has canvassed Support for Hon. Bright Abeke, as the party’s flagbearer in the forthcoming local government election in the state, remarking that the decision of the party must be respected.

The Reverend Evangelist who spoke to some selected newsmen in Sapele, also appealed to other aspirants and critical stakeholders to join in the support for the party’s candidate in the interest of the party and the general wellbeing of the Sapele local government area.

He maintained that just like the counsel from the leaders of the party to the aspirants, all the people that participated in the race are eminently qualified but like in every contest only one winner will emerged, adding that all power no matter how it comes belongs to God.

While praying to God to give the elders, leaders and critical stakeholders the grace and the wisdom to manage the peace and stability of the party before the general election to the local government areas, he thanked the governor of the state His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his giant development stride since becoming the governor of the state.

He congratulate the governor for the massive harvest of projects across the state in just one year after assuming office, nothing that the government has already fulfilled his campaign promise to the people of Delta State.

The youthful politician also thanked the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Major General Felix Mujakperuo (rtd), Orhue 1, and the spiritual leader of Okpe Kingdom His Eminence Archbishop Iboyi Godday, for their strong support for His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, before, during and after the last governorship election that brought His Excellency to power.