By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated with the General Overseer of Christ's Missionaries Crusaders Church, Archbishop Goddowell Avwomakpa, on his 75th birth anniversary on April 20.  Governor Oborevwori congratulated Avwomakpa, a former Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN and South South Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, for his outstanding and meritorious service in God's vineyard spanning over five decades.  In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor rejoiced with Archbishop Avwomakpa for his soul winning efforts as a fisher of men for God's kingdom and remarked that the renowned cleric has through his teachings, engendered positive change in individuals, homes and the society.  He extolled the virtues of Avwomakpa's brilliant mind, intense pastoral fervour, and compassion, all of which he had employed to preach the word of faith t

By EgbemaVoice, Delta State-born peace and development advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, has commended the Nigerian Army for releasing our revered monarch, the Ovie of Ewu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. It is imperative to note that the good and peace loving people of Ewu Kingdom were thrown into confusion and devastating situation over the detention of their monarch who personally turned himself in following  his wanted declaration by the Nigerian military command over killing of 17 military officers in his kingdom. According to the activist, who is the Ibe-Serimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, the military has shown professionalism and respect for traditional institution, saddled with the responsibility of promoting cultural and traditional heritage, sustainable security in their domain to compliment government security efforts. Speaking further, the renowned peace and environme

By EgbemaVoice, The ancient Oporoza community, the headquarters of Gbaramatu kingdom in Warri South West of Delta State was at the centre of attraction as personalities, captain of industry, traditional rulers, ministers in the federal republic of Nigeria, National Assembly members, State Assembly Members and speakers, CEOs of oil multinational companies, members of the forth estate, traditional chiefs, and other top government functionaries graced the grand finale of the Amaseikumo 2024 annual festival on Wednesday in Delta State. The traditional event which was described as one of the widely celebrated festivals among Africans encompassed cultural entertainment, football, boat regatta, Ijaw cultural dance competition, wrestling, live music entertainment and others, this was followed by a grand civic reception and traditional rites performed by the Niger Delta living legend, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, the Egbesu Chief Priest.

By EgbemaVoice, It was gathered that the council made their decision to reject the installation of the said “Garkuwan Hausawan Benin” known in a letter dated April 18, 2024, titled, “denunciation of plan to hold a turbaning ceremony in Benin City”, and signed by the Iyase of Benin Kingdom, Chief Sam Igbe, on behalf of the BTC. The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II and the Benin Traditional Council (BTC) have rejected a plan to install one Alhaji Danjuma Garba Binkola as the “Garkuwan Hausawan Benin” by one Alhaji Adamu Isah Adamu. It was gathered that the council made their decision to reject the installation of the said “Garkuwan Hausawan Benin” known in a letter dated April 18, 2024, titled, “denunciation of plan to hold a turbaning ceremony in Benin City”, and signed by the Iyase of Benin Kingdom, Chief Sam Igbe, on behalf of the BTC. Igbe in the letter addressed to the Edo State Director, Department of State Security (DSS), alleged that the said Alhaji Adamu Isah Adamu described himself as “

By EgbemaVoice, The Nigerian Army today, released the detained monarch of Ewu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, His Royal Majesty King Clement Ikolo, following the intervention Senator Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, Senators Ned Nwoko (Delta North) and Joel Onowakpo-Thomas (Delta South). Advocate.ng gathered that the monarch was released to Senator Ede Dafinone by the military authority at about 11am today with understanding that the senator will make the king available should his attention be needed. The Monarch who is in good spirit was surrounded by his wife and other family members as during the military briefing of journalist before his release. Recall that three Delta senators on Tuesday, had met with the Chief of Defence Staff, Major General Christopher Musa, seeking the release of the monarch, whom they believe may not be connected to the crisis that claimed the lives of the

“Before you decamp, I will deal with you,” Obaseki threatens Council chairmen ……Says Council Bosses have enough resources to enthrone Asue Ighodalo  Council chairmen in Edo State reportedly face severe threats and potential sanctions if any of them switch allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC), it has emerged.  Besides, the state governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reportedly ordered the opening of council vaults across the 18 local government areas to secure whatever resources necessary to ensure his candidate, Mr. Asue Ighodalo, wins the September 21st governorship election. The governor who met with the local government bosses at the Exco chambers in Government House penultimate week expressed disaffection on their attitude concerning the finances of their respective councils and their spending manner which he said would have negative impact on the candidate of his party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) during the election.  Obaseki was reported to have threatened that

By EgbemaVoice,  The coalition of Edo state Riverine Communities has congratulated Hon. Mathew Iduoriyekemwen over his well deserved appointment as Director-General to Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party. congratulatory statement partly Reads.... Heartfelt Congratulations and Wholehearted From coalition of Riverine communities. We of the above body, happily say a big congratulations to Hon. Matthew Iduoriyekemwen on your Appointment as the Director-General to Dr. Asue Ighodalo, the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party. Your appointment is an attestation to your outstanding capabilities, dedication, and unwavering commitment to service. We are confident that under your leadership, Dr. Ighodalo's campaign will be guided by vision, integrity, and inclusivity, reflecting the diverse needs and aspirations of our riverine communities in particular and the State in general. Your wealth of experience and

Delta Gov't improving students healthcare, hospitals infrastructure - Oborevwori's EAC ...As Orientation Bureau partners DELSU medical students on doctors beyond clinic project  By Omonigho Okotie  The Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Orientation Bureau, Dr Latimore Oghenesivbe, has said that the state government is committed to the enhancement of students healthcare services, and upgrading facilities in government owned hospitals across the three senatorial districts. Oghenesivbe made the disclosure in Asaba, when he received on courtesy visit, the executive members of the Delta State University Medical Students Association, DUMSA, led by the President, Mr Gideon Kane Muemuifo, in his office, saying that the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has in fulfilment of his electioneering campaigns promises commenced multifaceted healthcare programmes across board, and had also approved the release of over N3billion for hospital equipments and

Communique Issued at the end of the 98th Meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Today, Thursday, April 18, 2024. The National Executive Committee (NEC) of our great Party, at its 98th meeting today, Thursday, April 18, 2024, thoroughly assessed the State of affairs of the Nation and the Party and resolved as follows: 1. NEC commends all the Organs of the Party for their collective resilience, steadfastness and commitment towards the unity, stability and sustenance of our great Party despite dauting challenges. 2. NEC also commends members of the PDP, with particular reference to the youths and women for their courage in resisting the antics of the divisive and anti-people All Progressives Congress (APC), especially, its desperation to emasculate the opposition and foist a one-Party State on our nation. 3. NEC expresses concern over the ill-implemented policies of the insensitive APC administration, leading to worsening insecu

DTSG won't spare violators of environmental laws - Asiuwhu. ...Says landlords, business premises owners must register with PSP, keep their environment clean, By EgbemaVoice, Delta state government has again expressed unwavering commitment and readiness to enforce compliance with subsisting laws on environmental sanitation in all twenty five local government areas of the state, to enhance clean environment and healthy lifestyle. Chairman, Task Force on Environment, Chief Godspower Asiuwhu, gave the assurance on Wednesday in Asaba, while speaking as guest of Orientation Panorama, the Peoples program on Voice of Delta 97.7 FM, saying that the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has prioritized clean environment to keep Deltans healthy, active and productive. He said the taskforce on environment comprising 315 Environmental Marshalls, security agents and vigilante groups would enforce compliance through arrest, prosecution and payment of fines, adding th

By EgbemaVoice, The meeting of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Caucus in the House of Representatives ended in commotion with the lawmakers sharply divided along the lines of those in support of the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Damgun and those against his continued stay in office. The meeting summoned by the leader of the Caucus and House minority leader, Hon. Kingsley Chinda was held on Tuesday at House Committee Room 301, National Assembly Complex Abuja ahead of Thursday’s National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party. However, the main agenda of the Pre-NEC meeting which was to pass vote of confidence on Damagun by lawmakers loyal to the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike could not sail through. This was as a group of over 60 lawmakers under the auspices of Opposition lawmakers coalition maintained their ground that the acting chairman should resign and someone from the North-central zone take the position. They also insisted on the expulsion of FCT minister W

By EgbemaVoice, Reports indicate that the camp led by the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is encountering challenges in maintaining unity as the crucial National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the party draws nearer. Sources suggest that a prominent member of the G-5 faction, also a serving governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has decided to distance himself from the group. The governor, who has experienced strained relations with the faction lately, is reportedly aligning with voices advocating for a change in the party’s status quo. Native Reporters

By EgbemaVoice, Immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai has described the various state electoral commissions as rigging tools of state governors. El-Rufai stated this on Monday in Maiduguri , in his lead paper presentation titled: “Capacity Building Workshop on Enhancing Skills of Government Officials In Policy Implementation and Productive Human Resources Management”. The former governor of Kaduna State said he is in total support of abolishing state electoral commissions so that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could handle all local government elections. “While I was the Governor of Kaduna State, I introduced electronic voting and conducted local government elections with it. After the election, we lost about three to four local government areas to the opposition, because of the credibility of the election. And because we were transparent in the election, some of those opposition candidates decamped to our party because of our fairness in t

By EgbemaVoice, As the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, intensifies raids, arrests and prosecution of persons alleged to have abused the national currency, the Naira, Delta State Orientation Bureau, has advised citizens to avoid actions or inactions that would constitute violation of Section 21(1) and Section 20(5) of the Central Bank Act of 2007. The Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Orientation Bureau, DSOB, Barrister Latimore Oghenesivbe, in a statement on Wednesday, said EFCC taskforce on abuse of the Naira has activated and reinforced operational strategies in all zones of the commission, including Delta State, aimed at preserving the integrity of the national currency by the federal government. He listed several ways and means by which bank notes can be abused in violation of the relevant provisions of the CBN Act 2007, to include; spraying of the Naira at social gatherings or events, writing on bank notes, stapling of bank notes due to corrosion c