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Olu of Warri dismisses ‘Education is a scam’ notion, unveils mouth-watering quiz/debate competition

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Olu of Warri dismisses ‘Education is a scam’ notion, unveils mouth-watering quiz/debate competition

** Winner to coast home with Ten Million Naira

The Olu of Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has dismissed the erroneous impression being created in the minds of adolescents/youths, which undermines the importance of education, stressing that education is not a scam.

Our Correspondent, reports that the Revered Monarch, made the assertion, today, Thursday October 24 in Warri Delta State, during the maiden ‘The Future of the Warri Child’ seminar organized for select-students, from different secondary schools in Warri and environs.

From Right:: Chief (Engr.) Dr. Wilson Edun Olley, Chairperson, International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Warri, Delta State Barr. (Mrs.) Ogechi Jessica Megbele & a guest

The conference, was put together by Office of the Sole Representative of the Olu of Warri/Liaison to NNPCL and CORA Care Foundation, with a view to address social vices confronting the physical, emotional and psychological development of adolescents aged 12-19 years in Warri.

The Olu of Warri Kingdom, who was represented by the Aboludero of Warri, Chief (Engr.) Dr. Wilson Edun Olley, said: “Don’t let anyone tell you education is a scam. Education is never a scam.”

Chief Olley, who gave a story of how he became an engineer as well as first to build a duplex in his village, said, his success was made possible, because of the education he acquired.

Whilst enjoining the students to take their education seriously, in order to become useful persons in the society, the Warri Monarch, unveiled the Atuwatse III Annual Inter-Collegiate Quiz/Debate Competition, saying the event will hold by January 2025, with the winner coasting home with ten million naira (?10,000,000. 00).

According to the King, the competition is aimed at bringing the glory days of Warri Child and encourage them to inculcate the culture of reading.

The Olu, also promised to pay the WAEC enrollment of one hundred (100) students, drawn from different schools in Warri and environs.

The Sole Representative of the Olu of Warri/Liaison to NNPCL , Edema Collins Oritsetimeyin

The Sole Representative of the Olu of Warri/Liaison to NNPCL (Certified Master Trainer) Comrade Edema Collins Oritsetimeyin, announced the payment of the WAEC enrollment fees of twenty five (25) students.

He said the event is about empowering the adolescents for a sustainable future.

“We want the Warri Child to see the world, as a stage for them to perform. They should not be limited, that’s why we are mentoring them.”

Comrade Edema, also noted that there will be annual quiz/debate competition titled, “Atuwatse III.”

He recalled that during his days at Nana College, Warri, there used to be quiz, literary/debating society.

“That was where Gordons, the popular comedian came from. We have a lot of our guys like that.

“There were Jet Club, but right now, there’s nothing like that. That vacuum created space for our youths to be involved in drug addiction, because they want to be high. They’re involved in unprotected sex. So, we want to fill that vacuum with the quiz/debate competition.”

He also stated that training will be organized for teachers, who are just concerned about the salaries they receive and not the passion for the job.

Edema, thanked the Olu of Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III for helping to bring “The Future of the Warri Child”, a dream which he (Edema Collins Oritsetimeyin) carried for about twenty-two (22) years, to reality.

“His Majesty’s leadership and vision, have inspired countless individuals, and I am honoured to be a part of his team.

“The Future of the Warri Child” was birthed out of the constant observation of my environment (Warri and environs.)

“Growing up as a core Warri Child, my experiences have made me understand the environment and why we have the kind of youths we have today. Like the quotes in Proverbs 22:6(KJV) train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.

“How we train our children matters, because they will become what we (parents, guardians, teachers, etc) have trained them to become.”

He pointed out that the Warri Child, is the leader people will look up to tomorrow, warning that if he/she doesn’t get it right, it reflects on the future they would enjoy.

Earlier, Special Assistant to Director-General, Security Matters/Coordinator, Operation Delta Hawk, Eyemobe Mattu, in a message, admonished the students to be up and doing, by towing the right path of life.

He admonished the students to acquire technical/vocational skills, to find solutions to the myriad of the nation’s problems.

Mattu, also advised youths to shun crime and other vices, saying,” it doesn’t pay. It actually short-lived for the moments. It destroys the future.”

He urged parents, guardians, stakeholders and leaders, to imbibe good morals in their children, to make the society a better place.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, SMOGVILLE Solution, Segun Manuel, urged the government to provide modern day skills for the children to enable them meet with the present realities.

Manuel, who is a renowned Public Speaker and Resource Person, advised the students to be resilient in every area of their lives, especially with their education, just as he asked parents to train them in the ways of God Almighty.

Schools that participated in the one-day seminar are; Yonwuren College, Warri, Bunmi Schools, Warri, Ginuwa Grammar School, Gbokoda, Delta Secondary School, Warri, Army Day Secondary School, Effurun, Atuwatse II College, Ifiekporo, Demonstration Secondary School, Warri, Foursquare Secondary School, Warri, Rute International School, Bendel Estate, Effurun, Ugbokodo Secondary School, Okpe, Hussey College, Warri, Edjeba College, Warri, First Baptist School, Warri, College of Commerce, Warri, Elevado, Warri, Dom-Domingos College, Warri and Iwere College, Koko.

Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Agu-Ejidike, Congratulates Shehu Dikko, Describes Appointment Round Peg in Round Hole

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Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Agu-Ejidike, Congratulates Shehu Dikko, Describes Appointment Round Peg in Round Hole

 

The Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu-Ejidike JP, has congratulated Alhaji Shehu Dikko on his appointment as the Chairman of the newly created National Sports Commission (NSC).

He gave the congratulatory message on Wednesday evening during a media briefing, following the announcement cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, In Abuja, after the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC).

The President, in a bid to rework the machinery of government for better service delivery to the people of this great country, scrapped some Ministries, among which was the Ministry of Sports Development. In its place, was the creation of the NSC, which now takes over the constitutional and administrative mandates of the defunct Ministry.

The Anambra-born seasoned Sports administrator and philanthropist describes the appointment of Dikko as “a round peg in a round hole”, considering his antecedents in the development of Sports in Nigeria, in the not-too-distant past. Ejidike asserts that, he has no doubt that the Kaduna-born former League Management Committee (LMC) Chairman will change the face of Sports development in Nigeria, if what he did with Nigerian club football is anything to go by. He recalled with admiration the kind of partnership Dikko struck between the Nigerian LMC, and the Spanish La Liga, “which footprints still remain indelible on our sports development till today, in terms of discovery, development, and management of footballing talents”.

The former President of the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN) said, the Dikko that he knows is a “team player” who does not like running “a one-man show”, which he (Ejidike) believes will enhance his (Dikko’s) success in office as the NSC Chairman.

It would be recalled that, this is not the first time Nigeria would be deploying the instrumentality of a Commission, as a strategy for the administration Sports in the country. Ejidike who is also the patron of the Nigerian Football Supporters Club (NFSC) put, the country’s achievements in sports in the 90s, down to the efficient manner in which Sports administration was run by the then NSC, saying he has no iota of doubt that Dikko will replicate and even surpass those achievements. Nigeria qualified for the world Cup for the first time in 1993, won the FIFA Men’s Under-17 World Cup; the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Tunisia in 1994; the Afro-Asian Cup in 1995; won the gold medals in women long jump (Chioma Ajunwa) and men’s football event, among other medals, at the Atalanta 1996 Olympic games. “The Super Eagles of Nigeria would have successfully defended the AFCON in South Africa, in 1996, were it not the diplomatic row that erupted between the Nigerian military government then, and the South African government which led to Nigeria boycotting the event,” Ejidike recalled.

The Pillar of Sports, while hailing the vision of President Tinubu for the move, also used the opportunity to wish the immediate past Minister of Sports, Senator John Owan Enoh, who’s been redeployed to the to Ministry of Trade and Investment, all the best, saying history will not forget his achievements during the short period he held sway as the Minster of Sports Development.

The Nnewi-born business mogul concluded by wishing Dikko the very best on this new national assignment.

Dikko’s Appointment a Complete Disaster to Nigeria Sports, President Tinubu should reconsider it- Jalla Opines

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Dikko’s Appointment a Complete Disaster to Nigeria Sports, President Tinubu should reconsider it- Jalla Opines

**Says President Tinubu will soon receive a formal and official presentation from stakeholders outlining the appointment is an aberration and cannot stand

Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, is not a sportsman, and the President has never claimed to be one. However, after barely a year in office, President Tinubu stands out in Nigeria’s sports history as the President who has taken the most pragmatic steps in terms of financial investment in the sector.

Despite these efforts, the President may not succeed in achieving a vibrant sports sector because his appointments in the sports sector thus far have been ill-advised and politically motivated. The former Minister of Sports, John Enoh, was a huge mistake, while the appointment of Shehu Dikko is nothing short of a complete disaster.

On what basis was Dikko appointed? Certainly not on merit. Dikko’s track record as Chairman of the League Management Company (LMC) is in the public domain for all to see. Under his leadership, the flagship of Nigerian domestic football, the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), died. In 2022, after 11 years as LMC chairman, Dikko was removed from office, and the NPFL had been reduced to ground zero. The federal government had to step in to rescue the NPFL.

Mr. President, with due respect, must reconsider this appointment for the following reasons: There are serious and proven allegations of corruption, criminal diversion, misappropriation, and theft hanging over Dikko. To make matters worse, he is a convict of the Plateau State High Court, Jos, and is evading the law. The return of Dikko as Chairman of the National Sports Commission through intense lobbying of the presidency is an attempt by a notorious football gang to capture Nigerian sports through the back door. This will be fiercely resisted by stakeholders.

President Tinubu, being a listening leader, will soon receive a formal and official presentation from stakeholders outlining why this appointment is an aberration and cannot stand.

It is now crystal clear that Nigeria’s retired sportsmen and women have no future in sports administration.

Harrison Jalla

Dominican 2024: North Korea Whip England 4-0 to Move into Quarterfinals.

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Dominican 2024: North Korea Whip England 4-0 to Move into Quarterfinals.

**As Kenya Shock Mexico 2-1 Both Teams Crash out

North Korea on Thursday morning at the Cibao Stadium in Dominican Republic drilled the Young Three Lionesses of England 4-0 in the last Group C match of the world women’s U17 football Cup to move into the quarterfinals.

Ryu-Mi Kang sounded the first goal in the 10th minute from Jon’s pass and Il-Son Choe made it 2-0 in the 18th minute. Il-Son had scored in the 4-1 drubbing of Mexico. 17 year old Il-son had played in the world women’s U20 too. It was VAR that rescued England rejecting the North Korean 3rd goal in the 30th minute before half time break.

On resumption, North Korea added two more goals via penalty kick well taken by Kuk-Hyang Ri who also scored in the 3-0 victory over Kenya but a penalty advantage to North Korea had been cancelled by VAR in the 66th minute. R. Kand located Kyong Ho to score the 4th goal in the 73rd minute.

Cover Photo by Eniola Olatunji shows North Korea celebrate after the last whistle.

The red card given England’s Nigerian born Midfielder, Omotara Junaid in the 57th minute of the second game against Mexico affected the defensive strategy of England.

First round scores were North Korea 4 Mexico 1 and England 2 Kenya 0 and in the 2nd round it was England 4 Mexico 2 and North Korea 3 Kenya 0.

In the 2nd match played at Santo Domingo under Ref Jelana Cvetkovic of Serbia, Kenya stung Mexico 2-1.

Ogola gave an assist for Nekessa to score in the 15th minute and Nekessa got L. Faith for the 2nd goal in the 36th minute only for Soto Ramirez to reduce the tally in the 90+2 minute via penalty kick.

North Korea’s dent of England was not enough to make England crash out of the tournament as she placed 2nd in the group with 6 points scoring 6 goals and conceding 6 goals too for North Korea to top group C with 9 points scoring 11 goals and conceding a lone goal; Kenya placed 3rd with her 3 points victory over Mexico scoring 2 goals and conceding 6 goals while Mexico goes home with no point scored 4 goals and conceded 10 goals.

Thus Poland will be next opponent of England in the 2nd quarterfinal scheduled for Saturday at 2330 hours and Japan will do battle in an Asian war angainst North Korea in the 4th quarter final on Sunday at 2330 hours.

Nigeria will play the first quarterfinal against USA on Saturday at 8:30 pm going back to the stadium of their first two matches at Santiago de los Cabelleros while Ecuador will test might against Spain in the 3rd quarterfinal on Sunday by 8:30 pm at Santiago Domino.

The semifinals will be Nigeria/USA versus North Korea/Japan on Wdnesday at Midnight while the 2nd semifinal will be England/ Poland versus Spain?Ecuador on Thursday at midnight.

The 3rd place match for the Bronze Medal is scheduled for Sunday at 1930 hours before the grand finale at 2300 hours of same Sunday.

Tinubu’s Decision On Kyari’s Tenure Will Impact NNPC’s Future Positively

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Tinubu’s Decision On Kyari’s Tenure Will Impact NNPC’s Future Positively

**As Group Exposes Why Eyesan, Ajuya Are After NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari

 

An Ibadan based group, the O’Odua Awareness Forum, on Tuesday has warned that unless the squabbles in the management structure of the NNPCL was addressed immediately, operations of the group could grind to a halt and frowned at the activities of the duo of Mrs Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan (Executive Vice President, Upstream and Umar Ajuya ( Chief Finance Officer) of the group against Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Operating Officer (GCEO), accusing them of being masterminds of the headache of the boss of NNPCL.

The Group said that the power struggle and sabotage within the NNPCL and allegedly being championed by the detractors of Mele Kyari ( Eyesan and Ajuya) was not good enough for the NNPCL.

The Group made it clear that the unrelenting interminable squabbles in the management structure of the NNPCL has to be stemmed immediately, one way or the other, else operations could grind to a halt in the Group.

In a Press Statement signed by Salako Emiola (President) and Jayeola Oluwasesan (Secretary), noted that in tandem with old reports, new tales coming from the nation’s apex oil and gas regulatory body continue to reveal the same disturbing pattern of unholy plots to disorientate the NNPCL and create chaos.

According to the group;”The duo of Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, Executive Vice President, Upstream, and Umar Ajuya, Chief Finance Officer of the Group are still neck deep in desperate schemes to oust Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Operating Officer (GCEO) of NNPCL”.

“It therefore beats the imagination why the Board of Directors of the NNPCL appear to bury their heads in the sand, pretending ignorance of the subsisting latent raucous in the group. Be that as it may, it must be emphasized here that only Mr. President has the sole prerogative to remove Mele Kyari.

The shameless rivalry of Eyesan and Ajuya, leaves a very sour taste in the mouth, though their activities remain a storm in a tea cup”, the group added.

The O’Odua Awareness Forum said that the duo have made themselves cogs in the wheel, uncooperative and had blatantly refused to work hand in gloves with the GCEO to move the apex oil management body forward, adding that; “Their unending acts of sabotage, one after the other, to rubbish and pull down Mele Kyari remain glaring to the discerning public.The complicity of Eyesan and Ajuya in every failure so recorded in the operations of the NNPCL stems from their selfish ambition to succeed Kyari if he is unceremoniously exited from the group.The two are senior top management officials in the group, and seem unable to wait their turn”.

The Group wrote; “Eyesan is said to have her eyes on the top spot if Kyari’s successor is to come from the South, while Ajuya has positioned himself for the role if the successor is to be picked from the North. In this vein, their actions and connivance undermine Mele Kyari’s leadership and so potentially destabilizes the NNPCL.

Their sponsored media attacks and character assassination against Kyari are replete in both the social and conventional media.

The duo had recently recruited individuals to sustain a campaign of calumny against Kyari. One such individual, Sara-Igbe, was not too long ago engaged to bring down the GCEO of the NNPCL. While on national TV, Sara-Igbe, tried his best to tarnish and discredit the GCEO – where he threatened fire and brimstone, that if Kyari was not removed from office by Mr. President, armed insurrection would resume in the Niger Delta”.

The Group disclosed that; “As it is, all the artificial crisis and sabotage in the oil sector are orchestrated by Eyesan and Ajuya. The consistent artificial shortages of petroleum products often witnessed across the country and other crises within NNPC’s supply chains are meant to ridicule Kyari and bring the corporation into disrepute.The public shouldn’t look far or elsewhere, these problems are the wicked machinations of both Eyesan and Ajuya.Their actions are allegedly aimed to whittle down Kyari’s capacity in the public eyes, and as well perceive him as incompetent at his duties, just to pave way for their own ascension”.

The Group said that the legacy of the NNPCL boss should not be tarnished by internal power struggles and the selfish ambition of desperate colleagues.

Here Is The Full Statement By The O’ODUA AWARENESS FORUM:

The unrelenting interminable squabbles in the management structure of the NNPCL has to be stemmed immediately, one way or the other, else operations could grind to a halt in the Group.

In tandem with old reports, new tales coming from the nation’s apex oil and gas regulatory body – continue to reveal the same disturbing pattern of unholy plots to disorientate the NNPCL and create chaos.

The duo of Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, Executive Vice President, Upstream, and Umar Ajuya, Chief Finance Officer of the Group are still neck deep in desperate schemes to oust Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Operating Officer (GCEO) of NNPCL.

It therefore beats the imagination why the Board of Directors of the NNPCL appear to bury their heads in the sand, pretending ignorance of the subsisting latent raucous in the group. Be that as it may, it must be emphasized here that only Mr. President has the sole prerogative to remove Mele Kyari.

The shameless rivalry of Eyesan and Ajuya, leaves a very sour taste in the mouth, though their activities remain a storm in a tea cup.

They have made themselves cogs in the wheel, uncooperative and had blatantly refused to work hand in gloves with the GCEO to move the apex oil management body forward.

Their unending acts of sabotage, one after the other, to rubbish and pull down Mele Kyari remain glaring to the discerning public.

The complicity of Eyesan and Ajuya in every failure so recorded in the operations of the NNPCL stems from their selfish ambition to succeed Kyari if he is unceremoniously exited from the group.

The two are senior top management officials in the group, and seem unable to wait their turn.

Eyesan is said to have her eyes on the top spot if Kyari’s successor is to come from the South, while Ajuya has positioned himself for the role if the successor is to be picked from the North. In this vein, their actions and connivance undermine Mele Kyari’s leadership and so potentially destabilizes the NNPCL.

Their sponsored media attacks and character assassination against Kyari are replete in both the social and conventional media.

The duo had recently recruited individuals to sustain a campaign of calumny against Kyari. One such individual, Sara-Igbe, was not too long ago engaged to bring down the GCEO of the NNPCL.

While on national TV, Sara-Igbe, tried his nest to tarnish and discredit the GCEO – where he threatened fire and brimstone, that if Kyari was not removed from office by Mr. President, armed insurrection would resume in the Niger Delta.

As it is, all the artificial crisis and sabotage in the oil sector are orchestrated by Eyesan and Ajuya. The consistent artificial shortages of petroleum products often witnessed across the country and other crises within NNPC’s supply chains are meant to ridicule Kyari and bring the corporation into disrepute.

The public shouldn’t look far or elsewhere, these problems are the wicked machinations of both Eyesan and Ajuya.

Their actions are allegedly aimed to whittle down Kyari’s capacity in the public eyes, and as well perceive him as incompetent at his duties, just to pave way for their own ascension.

The foregoing therefore brings us to the questionable project management capability of Eyesan – which sort of rubs off on Mele Kyari, and foist doubts and public opprobrium on his ability to deliver on schedule.

Eyesan’s handling of key projects, such as the Port Harcourt refinery maintenance, therefore raises concerns.

Initially scheduled for completion in December 2023, Kyari had to eat his words, after a revised completion date was announced – sparking doubts about Eyesan’s project management capabilities.

Was the fate of Port-Harcourt Refinery, a deliberate action to spite the GCEO?

After all, the buck ends on the GCEO table. He had to take the blame for Eyesan’s malfeasance and acts of sabotage.

Predicated on the above, NNPC stakeholders, which includes, Mr. President, as Petroleum Minister, the Minister of State and Board of Directors, must address these allegations to ensure the corporation’s stability and continuity are sustained.

Transparency and accountability are crucial to resolving an organization’s internal dynamics in order to maintain public trust.

Mele Kyari’s achievements, including the Open Government initiative and his role as Nigerian National Representative at OPEC, demonstrate his commitment to NNPCL’s growth.

His legacy should not be tarnished by internal power struggles and the selfish ambition of desperate colleagues.

President Tinubu’s decision on Kyari’s tenure will significantly impact NNPC’s future. The already established stakeholders above must therefore prioritize the corporation’s interests over and above individual ambitions, to ensure the smooth and continued growth of the NNPCL, for the benefit of Nigerians.

SIGNED:

Salako Emiola

President

Jayeola Oluwasesan
Secretary

Ereyitomi congratulates Former Delta Governor, Uduaghan as he clocks 70

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Ereyitomi congratulates Former Delta Governor, Uduaghan as he clocks 70

 

The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives Honourable Chief Dr Thomas Ereyitomi has congratulated the former Governor of Delta Dr. Emmanuel Ewetan Uduaghan as he clocks 70 today Tuesday 22 October 22.

Chief Ereyitomi described Former Governor Uduaghan as a man who redefined good governance and humanitarian activism in Delta State and Nigeria.

Rep Ereyitomi lauded Dr. Uduaghan for his commitment to the development of Delta State and the Niger Delta, especially in peace and security, human capital development all in other areas.

The Warri National Assembly Member, while wishing Dr. Uduaghan more years of good health long life and God’s grace, expressed deep appreciation to the former governor for his achievements while in office as governor of Delta State.

Hon. Ereyitomi on behalf of Warri Federal Constituency said his administration’s achievements uncountable as he was selfless and kind, he wished him a blissful celebration.

Asamaigor @ 70: Uduaghan In The Eyes Of A Journalist

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Asamaigor @ 70: Uduaghan In The Eyes Of A Journalist

By: Norbert Chiazor

My earliest memory of ex-governor Emmanuel Ewetan Uduaghan dates to the 1990s, while in Delta Broadcasting Service, DBS, as host of one of the most colourful News and Current Affairs, personality programmes, “FOCUS,” in the Niger Niger Delta.

As host of “ FOCUS” TV talk show, Dr. Uduaghan was a regular guest, joining other participants to dissect contemporary local and international issues.

Even as a private Warri- based medical doctor, he was exceptional in appearance- brilliant, eloquent, analytical and didactic. He took every discourse whether health, human rights, public utilities, politics, social conflict and more with a firm grasp. He was profound in perspective and logical in delivery.

I met Uduaghan again in another podium of my phenomenal journalistic voyage. The most defining encounter so far. By 2011, I had emerged as Chairman of Nigeria union of Journalists (NUJ) Delta State Council. Uduaghan was on seat as Delta State Governor.

Who Uduaghan help? I, frankly speaking. Journalists of course! I did not make millions, but I made a unique mark under the governor. Call it enviable, you are right.

Ideas rule the world. I sold a novel idea conceived through sleepless nights to Uduaghan and he bought it pronto!

Working with one of the finest Information Commissioners ever appointed in Delta, Chike Ogeah, I unwrapped a huge envelope from Uduaghan! The content was better than money. Amazing approval. About 60 journalists, practising in Delta State were flown to London, in two batches (2012 and 2013) for a life-changing professional training.

A feat unrivalled, frozen in all time memory.

Today, the beneficiaries are proud alumni of Reuters, the Harvard School of journalism.

If you don’t dream and dare,you won’t draw colour. Emboldened by the exploit of Rueters, I turned to the private sector. Ghen ghen! I got International Press institute IPI to fully sponsor two journalists to Azerbaijan,Eastern Europe for a global journalism training. Henry Uzor,DBS,Asaba and Harris Okon, Daily Independent in 2013.

Under uduaghan administration, Delta State NUJ got land for its permanent Press Centre, first time in history and with his help the building got to roof level.

Now, there is a functioning state NUJ Secretariat,
consummated by the Ifeanyi Okowa regime and brightened by the Government of Rt.Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and standing as a timeless reminder of a solid seed sowed by Uduaghan. Two brand new vehicles (not “Tokunbo”) ,a Toyota Bus and Toyota Corolla car were presented to the union by the Uduaghan administration sometime in 2013. The vehicles are still treasured properties of the state NUJ till date.

Alas! I sought more than gold under Uduaghan administration. Glory more than gift. All glory to God. Grace so gratifying, making me a wonder unto many- fantastic friends and furious foes.

Kpomiose! (Thank God) What is in a name!

The former Delta State Governor attained a glorious milestone today .Uduaghan is 70 years old! Tuesday 22, October 2024.

A septuagenarian, Uduaghan is lucky in life!
70, by biblical symbolism, is the fullness of existence, the culmination of human beneficence. So good, Uduaghan has virtually fulfilled his destiny with so much blessings.

From 1954 till date, Ewetan has evolved, step by step into a star, shining to the world.

In terms of governance, he led Delta State with the best of his ability, worthy of congratulations. Uduaghan as governor, built one of the finest airports in sub Saharan Africa, changing forever the face of Asaba. He made efforts to develop Delta with infrastructure. His social welfare policies, Delta Micro Credit Programme, DMCP, free maternal/children health care scheme and scholarships to gifted Deltans, will outlive him as noble acts of a compassionate leader enthused with public good.

In a complex state where ethnicity and hatred thrive with reckless abandon, Uduaghan bore his Governorship cross with stoicism, embracing his dangerous traducers and bitter conspirators. A sage once warned that you do not empower your enemies. Uduaghan loves to be at peace with everyone, including his supposed enemies, to the bewilderment of persecutors and even sycophants.

Like every mortal, Uduaghan has his flaws, but majority will submit that he is a man with good breeding, humane hue and modest ego.

He has many quivers in his arrow

Generally by pedigree, the Itsekiri Statesman has good reason to show off. But he lives quietly like a dove. Let God remain gentle on him.

As Uduaghan marks his 70th birthday, we will continue to remember the man who doctored our sensibilities in diverse ways.

Food Security: Ereyitomi distributes 600 bags of Fertiliser to Warri Federal Constituents

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Food Security: Ereyitomi distributes 600 bags of Fertiliser to Warri Federal Constituents

By: Celestine Ukah 

Warri Federal Constituency to experience massive food boost in agricultural produce as Rep Member Representing the Federal Constituency, Hon. Chief Dr. Thomas Ereyitomi distributes over 600 bags of Fertiliser to constituents.

The fertiliser distribution which is in a bid to promote food security across Warri South , Warri North and Warri South-West were presented to beneficiaries Monday October 21 in Warri, Delta State.

Chief Ereyitomi charged the beneficiaries who are farmers to make judicious use of the fertiliser as it will go a long way in increasing agriculture yield in Warri Federal Constituency as well the entire Delta State and Nigeria.

Chief Ereyitomi represented by his Senior Legislative Aide, S.L.A, Barr. Alex Gbiwen, notes that the presentation is in conjunction with the Presidential fertiliser Initiative.

Barr. Alex Gbiwen addressing beneficiaries shortly before the presentation, while others observe 

Barr. Gbiwen added that under the federal government initiative, his Principal Hon. Chief Ereyitomi were able to attract the Anchor Borrowers Program fertiliser through Central Bank of Nigeria, Indorama Urea fertiliser among other agricultural support implements.

The Senior Legislative Aide, urged the beneficiaries who are farmers across Warri federal Constituency to make use of the Fertiliser to add to good agriculture production and to also enhance their own economic fortune as well the state.

Some beneficiaries moving their fertiliser away 

Some beneficiaries, Chief Daniel Eyekpimi, Chairman of the Farmers Cooperative Society from the Warri-Urhobos and his exco, Erabor Obiyan and Justice Memeh Commended Hon. Ereyitomi

While, FarmerBoy Tsaninomi Israel spoke on behalf of Itsekiri Farmers Association was accompanied by his Treasurer, Isabella Iwere and other members, He appreciated Rep Ereyitomi for his kind gesture in encouraging food security in Warri federal Constituency.

2Kpenosen Great (2nd left), FarmerBoy Tsaninomi Israel, Etsu Nupe Alhaji Tajudee, Chief , Barr. Gbiwen, Chief Eyekpimi & others 

Chairman Association of Ijaw Farmers in Warri Federal Constituency, Chief Sylvester Tiebebediagha and some of his members, Pst. Daniel Amaye and Wareseimere Obadiah, expressed deep appreciation to Rep Ereyitomi for having a good heart in ensuring there’s availability of food security in Warri federal Constituency, adding that the fertiliser would enable farmers harvest more yields in the next farming season.

Etsu Nupe on behalf of non indigenes, Madam Rachel Obudu and other beneficiaries prayed God to continually bless Chief Ereyitomi in order to do more, just as they drum support for his continuation, asserting that he’s doing well.

Realtors raise concern over High Cost of Rent, Seek Direct collaboration with Delta Govt to restore sanity

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Realtors raise concern over High Cost of Rent, Seek Direct collaboration with Delta Govt to restore sanity

By: Ghene Igbogidi

Realtors in Asaba and Okpanam, have expressed concern over the high cost of renting apartments, in Asaba and environs. They are seeking the direct intervention of the Delta State Government, to help curb the trend, and to check the high rate of activities of fake realtors, who regularly defraud unsuspecting members of the public, with little or no repercussions, they are seeking the collaboration of State Ministries of Housing and Lands in tackling the issues of fake realtors and exorbitant prices charged by landlords.

The President General, Association of Organised Realtors, Asaba/Okpanam, High Chief Nnamdi Ogbonma, made the call when he was a guest on Delta Today, a current affairs programme, broadcast on Bridge Radio FM.

Chief Ogbonma said it is disturbing to hear constant complaints of innocent people being duped of their hard earned resources, without a trace to apprehend the culprits.

He said his Association, has the capacity to bring some sanity into the sector, but needs the firm support of the State Government.

He pointed out that those engaging in the unlawful acts, are well known to them, and that some arrests were made in the past but with no legal muscle, there is yet no sanity in the sector.

Chief Nnamdi Ogbonma, called on people seeking residential accommodation, to make sure, they patronize registered service providers, instead of patronizing quacks, who end up failing in their contractual agreements.

Adding that there is only one Association for realtors in Asaba and Okpanam, which is the one he heads – Association of Organised Realtors, Asaba/Okpanam.

Stressing that times have changed so drastically that honesty and integrity are no longer factors in business.
“Everyone looking to rent an apartment should endeavour to undertake some level of due diligence on the realtor he/she is dealing with, to forestall ugly outcomes, until the fraudulent ones are weeded out”, he said.

He blamed the Yahoo Boys not the high influx of people with free cash into the State capital, for the rise in the cost of housing. “Although building materials are expensive now, it is not the major cause of high rent in Asaba. This influx is a major factor”, Ogbonma said.

According to him, those who engage in the illicit business usually offer higher payment, when in search of accommodations.

Chief Nnamdi emphasised that his association is ready to partner with the State Government to establish low cost housing in different areas of the capital territory and change the narrative in the Housing Sector.

 

6th DOPF Public Lecture Series: FPRO ACP Adejobi to Speak at Event, expected to Offer Professional solutions to security challenges

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Area News Nigeria
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6th DOPF Public Lecture Series: FPRO ACP Adejobi to Speak at Event, expected to Offer Professional solutions to security challenges

 

Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Police Force Headquarters, Abuja, Nigeria, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi will be the Guest Speaker at the 6th Convention and Lecture Series of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) slated for Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Vienna International Hotel, Asaba.

DOPF, in a press release on Saturday said that the choice of the Force Public Relations Officer, Adejobi was carefully considered after much consultations based on his enviable pedigree as a round peg in a round hole to squarely handle the topic of our this year’s Lecture titled: “Security Challenges in Nigeria: Finding Local Implementable Solutions”.

According to the press release signed by the Chairman and Secretary of DOPF, Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli and Shedrack Onitsha, “Our decision was based on his vast experience in security and Public Affairs and a Communication Strategist of repute. We are confident that his insights will be invaluable to our members and participants.

“Therefore, we consider it a great honour and appropriate for ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi to professionally to justice to topic as we confidently trust that his expertise will be of immense value; anticipating to arrive at meaningful and vital solutions that will help in entrenching an implementable solution to security challenges, not only in Delta State, but in Nigeria in general”, it stated.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI earned a Bachelor of Science in Archaeology and Geography (Combined Honours) in 2001 and a Master’s Degree in African Studies from the University of Ibadan. His education provided the foundation for a career in the Nigeria Police Force, focusing on conflict management. He is a Ph.D. student in Peace, Security, and Humanitarian Studies at the University of Ibadan and holds an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Peace and Security Management from Prowess University in Delaware, USA.

Apart from him as the Guest Lecturer, the Convention Lecture will feature Panelists drawn from experienced personalities in different spheres of life including background knowledge on the issue of security, its architecture and management.

These personalities who parade rich resume, will be unveiled subsequently.

Last year’s theme was, “Physical Policy And Taxation: Balancing Revenue Generation And Economic Growth.”, and it was delivered by renowned financial expert and philanthropist, Dr. Doris Amaka Ochei. The Founder and CEO of Doris Amaka Ochei Foundation. She holds two Bachelors of Science degrees in Accounting and Public Policy, Masters in Business Administration and Ph.D in Forensic Accounting. She is a Fellow in Accounting and a chartered Taxation practitioner.

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