PRESS RELEASE Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide Stages Peaceful Protest at NDDC Headquarters, Port Harcourt The Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide — the apex youth body representing the Egbema Kingdom in both Delta and Edo States — has embarked on a peaceful protest at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) headquarters in Port Harcourt. This demonstration seeks to draw urgent attention to the long-abandoned Udo-Ofunama Road project, a critical infrastructure link connecting over 250 communities across three kingdoms: Egbema, Olodiama, and Okomu. The deplorable state of the road has resulted in: 1. Severe economic hardship – farmers are unable to transport agricultural produce to urban markets. 2. Health risks – pregnant women and emergency patients face life-threatening delays accessing medical care. 3. Escalating transport costs – commuters are forced to take longer, more expensive detours through Ondo State. Key Demands of the Protest 1. Revoke and re-award the Udo-Ofuna...

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By EgbemaVoice, Fresh tension has erupted between Egbema and Arogbo Ijaw Ibe Kingdoms as three Kokotoru communities were allegedly set ablaze by people from Adolesemor community in Ese-odo local Government Area of Ondo state, According to reports and viral videos circulating on social media, the attack occurred in Kokotoru Creek, Abere, Egbema Kingdom. Warri North local Government Area of Delta state,  Eyewitnesses told EgbemaVoice News that trouble started when Adoleseimoh residents entered the creek of Kokotoru to cut moli (mangrove wood). Unknown persons allegedly wear masks laid an ambush, opening fire on them. The attackers fled for safety, and two Adoleseimoh individuals were reported missing. Upon receiving the information, Kokotoru villagers reportedly searched and rescued the missing persons. However, in a reprisal attack early today, Adoleseimoh youths allegedly mobilized and invaded Kokotoru, setting three communities ablaze and destroying propert...

Nigerian Welders appoint veteran journalist, Opukeme as media officer By Esther Eugene   The executive Council of Nigerian Welders (NWA), Zone 'B' Delta state has appointed Comrade Cletus Opukeme, a UK trained journalist and Publisher of Delta Watch, a vibrant online news platform as the ''MEDIA AND PUBLICITY OFFICER '' of the association as far as Delta state is concerned to pilot the affaire as matters related to news and media and Nigerian welders His appointment letter was dated 13th March, 2025 and co-signd by the Chairman Comrade Eseroghene Odima and Secretary Comrade Monday Usiakpor respectively.  According to the letter which was formally handed over to him at the state Secretariat said, Opukeme's appointment was due to his vast experience as a journalist and welder which made it possible for this recognition.  The delay of the handover of the appointment letter was due to his engagement in far offshore welding jobs, until it was made ...

By EgbemaVoice, The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has commenced the disbursement of monthly stipends of N50,000 to thousands of indigenous youths from the Niger Delta region under its Youth Internship Scheme. This initiative aims to empower young people in the region by providing them with hands-on skills training and practical experience in various organizations. A transparent selection process was used to choose the beneficiaries, with consideration given to applicants from the nine states in the Niger Delta region. Beneficiaries will undergo a 12-month training program, gaining practical experience in various organizations. The scheme aims to create a lasting impact and foster a brighter future for the beneficiaries. The Edo State Representative on the Board of the Commission Rt. Hon. Patrick Aisowieren has admonished the 550 youths selected for the scheme from Edo to make maximum use of the scheme to enhance their skills and improve their employability. Aiso...

Niger Delta Youth Leader Mingo Celebrates NDDC MD/CEO DR. Samuel Ogbuku at 50, Urges Action on Abandoned Udo-Ofunama Road By EgbemaVoice, The Niger Delta Youth Leader, Comrade Mingo Meshach Sayami Ogumaka, has felicitated with the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), MD/CEO Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, on the occasion of his 50th birthday anniversary today. In his goodwill message from the oldest throne of Southern Nigeria — the Egbema Kingdom, with its traditional headquarters in Ajakurama Town, Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State — Mingo described Dr. Ogbuku as “one of the finest Ijaw-blooded leaders to head the NDDC after Hon. Timi Ala-Ebi.” According to Mingo, under Ogbuku’s leadership, the NDDC has become “more vibrant and widely recognized, even in the remotest parts of Egbema Kingdom.” On your golden jubilee, on behalf of the good people of Egbema Kingdom and the entire Edo State Ijaw nation, I celebrate you. I pray for renewed str...

AN OPEN LETTER,  His Excellency, Alh. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief, Federal Republic of Nigeria Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, Managing Director, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) His Excellency Mr. Monday Okpebholo, Executive Governor of Edo State Chief Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme, All Relevant Security Stakeholders URGENT ATTENTION NEEDED: EGBEMA KINGDOM ON THE BRINK OF CRISIS — THREAT TO ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES IN EDO STATE By: Leadership of Niger Delta Joint Ex-Agitators’ Forum (NDJEAF) The Situation We write to alert you to a looming crisis that could disrupt economic activities across Edo State. The long-abandoned Udo–Ofunama–Ajakurama Road project, awarded by the NDDC in 2012, remains incomplete, allegedly stalled by tribal sentiments said to have been orchestrated by certain vested interests. Egbema Kingdom, home to over 300 communities, continues to suffer gross neglect in infrastructure and human capita...

PRESS STATEMENT African Democratic Congress (ADC) August 17, 2025 ADC: Intimidation and Corruption Mark Bye-Elections – Flawed By-Election Does Not Define Coalition Strength The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed grave concern over the conduct of the by-elections held on Saturday, August 16th, across 13 states and 16 constituencies of the federation. According to the party, the exercise once again exposed how far Nigeria’s electoral process has deteriorated under President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued on Sunday morning by the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the country’s main opposition party noted that the elections were riddled with widely reported violence, vote buying, manipulation, and other administrative lapses.  The ADC noted that the party did not field candidates for most of the positions contested in the by-election. Therefore, with all its flaws and irregularities, this electi...

By EgbemaVoice, A renowned peace and development advocate in the Niger Delta region, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, Ph.D has urged the Ijaw and the Itsekiri ethnic nationalities of Delta State to foster bonds of unity and friendship so as to attract investors to their areas for positive development and growth. Comrade Mulade, who is the Ibe Serimowei of the ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West council area of the State, made the call while speaking to some leaders from the Ijaw and Itsekiri ethnic groups in Warri  The United Nations peace ambassador appealed to the leaders from both ethnic nationalities to embrace peace, to unite, and to let love lead in their collective pursuit for sustainable development, devoid of bias and ethnic supremacy, which he said "is the only way that we can grow and development our areas." Speaking further, he sad, "Frankly, we are disgracing ourselves, and it is highly disappointing that many of us are beating the drum of ethni...

MARRIAGE INVITATION THE LATEST COUPLE The families of Mr. & Mrs. Araitimi Ibolibor of Ajakurama Community, Ovia South West L.G.A., Edo State and Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Ebidinana of Polobubo Community, Warri North L.G.A., Delta State cordially invite you to the Traditional Marriage Ceremony of their beloved children Miss Goodness Ebidinana & Akpos Ibolibor Traditional Marriage Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Prompt Venue: Mountain of Fire Road, Amukpe — Second Street by Left, Papa Perela Compound, Sapele Reception Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025 Venue: Chief Tunde Smooth Playground, NPA by Barack Junction, Warri Come celebrate love with us!

Hon. Osia David Congratulates Hon. Omosede Igbinedion on Victory in Ovia Federal Constituency By-Election By EgbemaVoice, The youth leader, Hon. Osia David, has extended warm congratulations to Hon. Omosede Igbinedion of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on her emergence as the winner of the Ovia Federal Constituency by-election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officially declared Hon. Igbinedion victorious in the by-election held on Saturday in Ovia Federal Constituency, Edo State. Hon. Osia David praised her victory as a testament to her dedication to public service and the confidence reposed in her by the people of Ovia. He expressed optimism that her return to the House of Representatives would bring quality representation and renewed development to the constituency.

FOCUS EGBEMA GROUP URGES PRESIDENT TINUBU TO CALL DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT TO ORDER Accuses State of Spreading Falsehoods, Inciting Ethnic Tensions in Warri North By EgbemaVoice, The Focus Egbema Group has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently caution the Delta State Government over what it described as a deliberate attempt to incite ethnic crisis between the Ijaw and Itsekiri people in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State. In a statement jointly signed by the Central Coordinator of the group, Comrade Mingo Meshach Sayami Ogumaka, the group condemned a recent publication on the Spotlight Delta Facebook page, which falsely claimed that the Itsekiris are the majority ethnic group in Warri North and misrepresented Ijaw monarchs as mere “clan heads,” while referring to the Olu of Warri as “His Majesty.” The claim that Itsekiris are the majority tribe in Warri North is false and misleading. The Ijaw people are the majority in Warri North, and this fact is w...

Federal Government caution Delta state Government for inciting ethnic crisis in Warri North LGA; Itsekiri Not Predominant Tribe in Warri North, — IYC, By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone, ably led by Comrade Nicholas Igarama in strong terms, condemns the recent declaration by the Delta State Government that the Itsekiri ethnic Nationality being the predominant tribe in Warri North Local Government Area. Ordinarily, the Council would have discarded such statement if it had emanated from less authoritative quarters. However, for such a grave misrepresentation to come from the State Government makes it a matter that cannot be treated with kid gloves. The claim that Warri North is predominantly occupied or dominated by Itsekiri is unequivocally misleading, and a direct threat the existing peace in the state and warri North in particular.  Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori should be held responsible in case of Crisis in Warri Feder...

Niger Delta Youth Leader Comrade Mingo Meshach Sayami Congratulates Dr. Barr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe on Prestigious CIISM Professional Excellence and Leadership Award, By EgbemaVoice, Niger Delta youth leader, Comrade Mingo Meshach Sayami, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Director General of the Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr. Barr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, on his recent honor by the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM). The award ceremony, held on Friday in Abuja, recognized Dr. Oghenesivbe with the Professional Excellence and Leadership Award, celebrating his exceptional contributions to strategic communication, governance, and public enlightenment in Delta State. Comrade Mingo described the recognition as “not only well-deserved but also a clear testament to Dr. Oghenesivbe’s tireless commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective leadership.” He noted that the Director General’...

Hon. Spencer Okubo Okpoye Celebrates Delta APC Chairman Elder Omeni Sobotie on His Birthday By EgbemaVoice  The Commissioner representing the Ijaw ethnic nationalities on the board of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Hon. Spencer Okubo Okpoye, has joined political leaders, associates, and well-wishers across Delta State in celebrating the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Elder Omeni Sobotie, on the joyous occasion of his birthday anniversary. In an elaborate congratulatory message issued today, Hon. Okpoye extolled Elder Sobotie as a seasoned politician, visionary strategist, and respected grassroots mobilizer whose wealth of experience continues to shape the political landscape of Delta State. According to Hon. Okpoye, Elder Sobotie has consistently demonstrated unwavering commitment to building a strong, united APC family in Delta State while fostering inclusiveness and advancing the collective aspirations of part...

EGBEMA YOUTH COUNCIL (EYC) WORLDWIDE CONDEMNS DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT PUBLICATION FOR DISTORTING FACTS, DEMANDS DUE RECOGNITION FOR AGADAGBA OF EGBEMA KINGDOM, By EgbemaVoice, The Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide has strongly condemned the recent publication by the Delta State Government through its Delta Spotlight project, describing it as a deliberate distortion of facts and an insult to the identity of the Egbema Ijaws, who are the predominant occupants of Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State. In a statement jointly signed by Barr. Amatelemowei A. Sode, President General (PG) of the EYC Worldwide, and Comrade Gift Erin-Ebimi, General Secretary, the group expressed deep dismay that the publication accorded overwhelming recognition to the Itsekiri monarchy while downgrading the revered Agadagba of Egbema Kingdom—the traditional ruler of the Ijaw people in the area—to the status of a mere clan head. This is not only a gross misrepresentation but also an affro...

  By EgbemaVoice, Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Elder Omeni Sobotie, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary.   Governor Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Saturday, described Elder Sobotie as a seasoned politician, grassroots mobiliser, and a political leader whose contributions to the state’s political landscape remain remarkable.   Oborevwori praised the APC chairman for his dedication to public service, his commitment to democratic ideals, and his role in fostering peaceful political engagements in Delta State.   The Governor said: "On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I warmly congratulate Elder Omeni Sobotie as he marks his birth anniversary. Your steadfastness in politics, bridge-building efforts, and devotion to the welfare of the people are commendable.  "I pray God gr...

…PANDEF Chairman, Amb Igali Leads Push For Lasting Health Solutions In The Niger Delta Communities, Says Coastal Residents Deserve The Same Level Of Access And Quality Healthcare As Anyone Else In The Urban   By EgbemaVoice, The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), under the visionary leadership of its Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Boladei Igali, has renewed calls for urgent action to address the healthcare challenges facing Coastal Communities in the Niger Delta. Speaking on PANDEF’s ongoing advocacy, Ambassador Igali emphasized that health is a fundamental pillar of development, noting that many riverine and hard-to-reach areas in the region suffer from inadequate infrastructure, shortage of medical personnel, and poor access to essential medicines. “No Community should be left behind when it comes to healthcare. Coastal residents deserve the same level of access and quality care as anyone else, “he stated. PANDEF’s strategy focuses on engaging government at all levels, fo...

By EgbemaVoice, The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) aimed at enhancing the pensions and welfare of police personnel under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). In a statement issued Thursday in Abuja, PenCom said its Director-General, Omolola Oloworaran, met with the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to discuss targeted reforms to address long-standing pension concerns in the force. According to Mrs Oloworaran, the CPS was introduced to replace the unfunded and opaque Defined Benefits Scheme (DBS), which left many retirees in financial distress. She acknowledged that gaps remain but assured that PenCom is working on practical solutions within the CPS framework. The proposed reforms include: • Raising police pensions to 75% of final salary. • Introducing a health insurance scheme for retirees. • Expanding the Retirement Resettlement Fund. • Restructuring the administration of p...

PRESS RELEASE  PSC ACQUIRES  PORTAL FOR  POLICE RECRUITMENT, MOVES TO DECENTRALISE THE EXERCISE WITH DESK OFFICERS FROM STATES PLAYING KEY ROLES  Following the successful  meeting with representatives  from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, yesterday in Abuja, the Police Service Commission is set to decentralise Police recruitment and allow recruitment desk officers from the states play key roles during the 2025 recruitment exercise. The Commission will also ensure that all the stakeholders, the Ministry of Police Affairs, the Nigeria Police Force and the Federal Character Commission will have access to the portal for inclusiveness and transparency. It will also help prevent corruption and nepotism in the system.The Commission  wishes to announce that the newly acquired Recruitment portal which will serve for recruitment of both its staff and all categories of Police Officers is now ready and will be deployed during the perio...

Over 1.9 million Nigerians applied for the recruitment of Civil Defence, Immigration, Correctional, and Fire Services, from which 30,000 will be selected. States Breakdown:  Kogi - 116,133 Applicants Kaduna - 114,507 Applicants Benue - 110,536 Applicants Kano - 89,362 Applicants Niger - 79,510 Applicants Kwara - 78,423 Applicants Katsina - 76,809 Applicants Nasarawa - 76,586 Applicants Adamawa - 68,305 Applicants Oyo - 67,200 Applicants Plateau - 63,393 Applicants Osun - 62,356 Applicants Borno - 56,907 Applicants Ondo - 53,920 Applicants Akwa-ibom - 52,474 Applicants Bauchi - 52,068 Applicants Imo - 48,262 Applicants Taraba - 45,147 Applicants Gombe - 45,023 Applicants Jigawa - 44,416 Applicants Ogun - 42,052 Applicants Enugu - 41,251 Applicants Yobe - 38,122 Applicants Kebbi - 34,575 Applicants Edo - 33,559 Applicants Anambra - 32,910 Applicants Ekiti - 32,676 Applicants Cross river - 32,188 Applicants Abia - 31,684 Applicants Sokoto - 31,130 Applicants FCT - 30,290 Applicants Z...

Ijaw Media Council writes Tinubu, Demands Removal of NCDMB Executive Secretary, Ogbe From Office  By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers' Forum (IPF) has thrown weight behind Niger Delta stakeholders' called for the removal of the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr Felix Omatsola Ogbe over poor performance and abuse of power, citing incompetence and alleged ethnic bias.  This was contained in a statement signed by its national president Comrade Ozobo Austin, Comrade Kagbala Ezekiel, Spoksman and Comr Tare Magei, secretary on Friday. According to the group, the Executive Secretary has failed to promote the renewed agenda of President Bola Tinubu but instead uses his office to advance an Itsekiri agenda. The Ijaw apex media organization said Ogbe was among people fueling the fresh crisis in Warri, turning his office to Olu of Warri private company, where only the Itsekiris were being engaged and empowered. The IPF...

EgbemaVoice News Celebrates Brave Lion of Niger Delta, Chief Kari Ebipade, CSO to High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), on His Birthday By EgbemaVoice, 15th August — EgbemaVoice News and its crew have joined well-wishers across the Niger Delta to celebrate an illustrious son of the region, Chief Kari Ebipade, popularly known as the Brave Lion of the Niger Delta and Chief Security Officer to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message personally signed by Comrade Mingo Sayami Ogumaka , Publisher of EgbemaVoice News , Chief Ebipade was described as a hero and fearless icon of the Niger Delta struggle, whose sacrifices have contributed greatly to the peace and benefits the region enjoys today. “Chief Kari Ebipade is a man of courage, a grassroots leader, and a peace builder in both Egbema and Gbaramatu Kingdoms,” Comrade Mingo stated. “He is a true community lover, a selfless sacrificer, and a bo...

Oborevwori to Flag Off Widows Welfare Scheme for 10,000 Beneficiaries   By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon.  Sheriff Oborevwori will on Monday, August 18, 2025, officially flag off the Delta State Widows Welfare Scheme, with 10,000 beneficiaries expected to benefit from the initiative.   The ceremony, scheduled to hold at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, will commence at 10:00 a.m.   Executive Assistant to the Governor on Social Investment and Coordinator of the scheme, Chief Isioma Okonta, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Asaba on Wednesday.   According to Okonta, the programme is part of the Oborevwori administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of widows across the state, providing them with financial support and other empowerment packages to enhance their livelihoods.   He added that the initiative aligns with the state’s broader social investment agenda, aimed at cushioning economic hardship and fostering ...