COMMUNIQUE OF THE MEETING OF CONCERNED LEADERS OF THE PDP HELD AT TRANSCORP HILTON HOTEL ABUJA ON  TUESDAY 1ST JULY 2025   PREAMBLE   The meeting of Concerned Leaders of our great Party PDP was called to discuss the disturbing condition the Party has been sunk into.    Since our loss in the last presidential election and the exit of Dr. Iyorchia Ayu as National Chairman, our dear Party has never been the same again.   Vested interests from within and the irresponsible actions of the APC led federal government which has been using State Institutions to stifle and destroy the Democracy knows no bounds!    The inability of PDP leadership to lead the Party by its Constitution, rules and regulations led it into a chaotic and undisciplined Party!    The vision of the founding Fathers for which the Party was established and the role it played in restoring Nigeria as stable and united country and key player on the regional, continental, and glob...

By EgbemaVoice  The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic ideals and openness to constructive criticism, describing such engagement as vital for growth and accountability. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this while addressing journalists in Asaba, noting that the Oborevwori-led administration welcomes honest feedback aimed at enhancing governance. Reacting to recent protests by some youths in Udu Local Government Area, he said that certain individuals were attempting to incite discontent through false narratives ahead of the elections.  Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon; Director-General of the State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr. Fred Latimore; and Executive Assistant on Public Enlightenment, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Aniagwu said these persons, unable to challenge the government directly, were sponsoring others to misrepresent fa...

Egbema Youths Council Worldwide Visits DESOPADEC Commissioner Hon. Spencer Okubo Okpoye By EgbemaVoice  The Egbema Youths Council (EYC) Worldwide recently paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Spencer Okubo Okpoye, the Honourable Commissioner representing Ijaw Ethnic Nationalities on the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) board. The meeting was held at his office in Warri. The delegation was led by the Egbema Kingdom Youth President General, Barrister Amatelemowei Sode, who highlighted the purpose of the visit. He explained that the meeting aimed to formally introduce the EYC Worldwide Executive Members and establish a framework for synergy and collaboration. The council reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for the interests and development of the Egbema Kingdom within the broader Ijaw and oil-producing communities. Hon. Spencer Okubo Okpoye warmly received the delegation and commended the EYC for their proactive engage...

ANTI-OPEN GRAZING LAW: Delta Activist Mulade laments Non-Implementation, Says State Government Lacks Political Will And A Four Year Failure, By EgbemaVoice, Renowned Delta State peace and environmental justice advocate, Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, has lamented the deliberate neglect and non-implementation of the Delta State Anti-Open Grazing and Prohibition Law 2021, alleging it had been used to only score political credit, while vulnerable masses, especially farmers, were abandoned to their fate. Speaking on the law, Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Serimowei of ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West council area, stated that, close to four years after its passage, the non-implementation of the law is an indictment on the government in its inability to safeguarding the lives of Deltans. He said, "In 2021, the Delta State government took a politically motivated and significant step towards addressing the long-standing conflict between her...

By EgbemaVoice, The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a suit instituted by some Itsekiri stakeholders aimed at halting the proposed delineation of electoral wards and polling units in the Warri Federal Constituency of Delta State. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/443/2024, was filed by Hon. Appearance Afejuku and Mr. Emmanuel Nunu, Secretary of Warri South Local Government Area, against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In his judgment delivered by Justice Omotosho ruled that the suit was a gross abuse of court process and lacked merit. Consequently, the court struck out the case in its entirety and awarded a total cost of ₦4 million against the plaintiffs, payable with interest at 10% per annum until the judgment sum is fully settled. The plaintiffs had sought an injunction restraining INEC from embarking on a fresh delineation exercise within Warri South, Warri North, and Warri South-West Local Government Areas. The application was seen by many...

PANDEF Mourns Gen Paul Ufuoma Omu, Describes Him As A True Nationalist Who Fought For The Unity Of Nigeria Our Country … Says The Late General Played A Major Role For The Amnesty Presidential Pardon Granted To Niger Delta Militants, By EgbemaVoice, PANDEF National chairman, Amb Godknows Igali, has described Late General Paul Ufuoma Omu as a true elderstateman who believed and fought for the unity of Nigeria He extol the role the late General played in bringing on board the Amnesty Presidential pardon granted to militant in the region. Speaking further, the National Chairman commended the late Nationalist who gave the ample opportunity, encouragement, to his wife, a role model Sen Staella Omu to serve Nigeria at the red chamber, the Senate and her roles in contributing to the emercipation of the Niger Delta reion. He recalled the role of Sen Stella omu in the Chief Victor Attah led peace and reconciliation in the Rivers crises, which has now finally been laid to rest at the ...

By EgbemaVoice, Tuomo, a riverine community in Delta State’s Burutu Local Government Area, is experiencing renewed calm following decisive intervention by local authorities to settle a heated leadership crisis. On Monday, Burutu LGA Chairman, Hon. Dr. Julius Takeme, led a peace delegation to the area, spearheading reconciliation discussions and reinforcing the government’s commitment to long-term stability. Dr. Takeme highlighted his administration’s resolve to implement Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s broader peace and security strategy for Burutu LGA. Addressing the main source of discord—the controversial selection process for a new Amananawei (traditional ruler)—he emphasized the need for transparent and lawful resolution to avoid further division within the community. “The council has zero tolerance for lawlessness or abuse of power,” Dr. Takeme declared, warning against intimidation, violence, or any form of extrajudicial detention. I...

Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Apoti-Uduaghan was on Monday docked at the Federal High Court in Abuja on alleged Cybercrime against the President of the Senate, Godswill Obot Akpabio and former governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Adosa Bello.  The suspended Senator was put on trial by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF) on fresh 6-count criminal charges bordering on harmful imputations while making public comments and granting television interview.  Natasha, who was accompanied by her husband into the court room to answer the charges against her however pleaded not guilty.  The Senate President had in a petition to the Inspector General of Police complained on damages done to his reputation by Natasha on the accusation that he (Akpabio) planned to eliminate her in Kogi state. Subsequently, and on the strength of the investigation by police, Senator Natasha was docked for Cybercrime crime against Akpabio and Yahaya Bello. The Federa...

Guwor Calls For Greater Commitment To Advancing Nigeria, By EgbemaVoice, Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, and National Treasurer, Conference of Speakers of State Houses of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has called for greater commitment of stakeholders to advancing Nigeria. Rt Hon Guwor spoke on Sunday during the 2nd Anniversary Thanksgiving Service of the 10th Assembly of the Benue State House of Assembly, held at St. Mark's Parish, Apir, Makurdi, the state capital. Rt Hon Guwor who was a special guest in the benediction service, said critical stakeholders, including State Houses of Assembly must stand together for national unity and development, expressing happiness that democracy has come to stay in Nigeria. He congratulated his colleague in the Benue State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh, Principal Officers and members of the House for the successful session of the 10th Assembly and their decision to appreciate God with a special th...

DISCOVER THE MEANING OF AKALAKA According to GIFT VINCENT EKINE in his article THE DISCOURSE ON THE MIGRATION HISTORY OF EKPEYE FROM BENIN; in the ancient time when the people of urhobo came from Benin in 1393 during the Oba Egbeka's reign, they first settled at Abraka and it's environs.To demonstrate their benin root,they used to call themselves "Kwu'raka,it means the people of Aka,an abbreviation of Ogbeka's name" ( Ebohon Osemwegie-1400 years of Benin kingdom from the era of Ogiso to Oba Erediauwa),Ekeh (20010 stated that the Urhobo language yields clues to the profile of any society and culture to which the Ogisos ruled.To begin with,the urhobo know this kings of the house of Eweka more distantly as Oba r'Aka, the king of benin.similarly,aisien equally posited that "The Urhobos call benin "Aka" a word which features in the names of some very ancient quarters in the city.theres the Ogbe'aka the quarter of the royal musici...

ORIGINAL SURVEY PLAN OF WARRI TOWSHIP ( NEW WARRI) IN 1908.       Facts.      1) Government at all time have the records, and they also know the Truth. This is the original Survey plan of "New Warri" in 1908. This Survey Plan is the clearest in the Government archives. It was prepared by the Government Surveyor named Forsyth. And domiciled in the Federal Ministry of lands and Survey. 2) As you can see the "New Warri" in the Survey map was limited to a mass of Land of 360 acres of Land. So if this land is New Warri, then there must be an "Old WARRI". So where is the place called OLD WARRI?? 3) The original settlement where this new Warri Township was created from was called Ogbe ijoh,...an original Ijaw settlement. They were evicted by one British Colonial officer Henry P. James in 1907. 4) Following their forceful evictions, they were angered, and later traced Henry P. James to Agadabiri village near Forcados and assassinated him 5) Following t...

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE WHY PRESIDENT TINUBU IS ON A STATE VISIT TO SAINT LUCIA In the wake of some Nigerians' misguided, mischievous, and uninformed comments regarding President Bola Tinubu's historic state visit to Saint Lucia, it is necessary to clarify the purpose of the visit. First, from the perspective of the Government of Saint Lucia, the visit by the Nigerian leader paves the way for the rekindling of our ancestral bonds, igniting a new era of diplomatic, cultural, and economic possibilities between our nations. Like many Caribbean nations, Saint Lucia has a significant population of African ancestry. In the mid-19th century, a wave of immigrants from present-day Nigeria arrived in Saint Lucia, bringing cultural and religious practices that persist today. Citizens of Saint Lucia are excited that President Tinubu has chosen to visit the island. They long to strengthen their bonds with African nations with which they share ancestral links. Saint Lucia is the...

Social media viral post, Officers of the Nigeria Police Force, both serving and retired, have issued a 30-day ultimatum to the Nigerian government, demanding urgent reforms to what they describe as a flawed and oppressive pension system. In a formal notice addressed to the Inspector-General of Police, the Minister of Police Affairs, and the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, the officers warned of a nationwide strike if their concerns are not addressed. The officers lamented years of neglect, stating that after decades of risking their lives to safeguard the nation, they are being subjected to post-retirement hardship, poverty, and humiliation. They decried the current pension arrangement, which they claim has stripped them of dignity and left many unable to meet basic needs.  The officers are demanding a comprehensive overhaul of the pension system, the establishment of a dedicated police pension board, and full implementation of improved benefits. I...

62ND BIRTH ANNIVERSARY:  IGCC Invests Oborevwori Grand Patron  ...As Governor Reaffirms Delta’s Commitment To Sports, Business Growth  By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, was on Saturday invested as Grand Patron of the Ibori Golf and Country Club, IGCC, Asaba during the closing ceremony of the Governor's Invitational Golf Tournament held in Asaba. The event, which drew top golfers and dignitaries from across the country, was organised in celebration of Governor Oborevwori’s 62nd birth anniversary.  It featured competitive rounds of golf and a ceremonial reception in recognition of the Governor’s support for sports and community development. In his remarks, Governor Oborevwori expressed deep appreciation for the honour, stating that he was humbled by the gesture and proud to be associated with the prestigious golf club.  “Indeed, I am deeply humbled by this kind gesture, especially considering the calibre of individuals ...

By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, on the occasion of his 68th birth anniversary, on June 29. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, hailed the former lawmaker, who once chaired the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, as a distinguished Deltan.   He acknowledged Senator Nwaoboshi’s significant input to national discourse and legislative development, especially as it relates to the Niger Delta region and Delta State.  The governor also noted that Nwaoboshi’s emergence as a political figure of note was the result of years of dedicated public service and strategic leadership. “On behalf of the government and good people of Delta State, I extend hearty congratulations to you, my dear brother, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, as you mark your 68th birth ...

 By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Editor of Vanguard Newspapers, Mr. Eze Anaba, on his re-election as President of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE).  Anaba, who retained his seat unopposed during the Guild’s Biennial National Convention held in Enugu., was widely applauded for his outstanding leadership and commendable track record of service. Governor Oborevwori in a statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, also extended warm congratulations to the Managing Director of The Sun newspaper, Mr. Onuoha Ukeh, on his election as the Guild’s General Secretary. Ukeh emerged victorious with an overwhelming 218 votes, defeating Wole Sogunle and Qasim Akinreti, who polled 45 and 30 votes respectively.   Other officers elected include; Sabastine Abu, who clinched the position of Deputy President with 175 votes, defeating Mohammed Sanusi Jubrin. Also elected were Karbi Alabi (Vice P...

By EgbemaVoice, The women of AWANBA Zion, Ajakurama clan, Egbema kingdom, Warri North local Government Area of Delta state have gathered with hearts full of gratitude to celebrate an extraordinary act of kindness. Their beloved General Overseer, king of Zion, Ogeja king, 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐫. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐢 𝐊𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐰𝐞𝐢, donated 𝟐𝟐𝟎 𝐛𝐚𝐠𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢 to the women’s group, providing much-needed relief during these challenging economic times. EgbemaVoice News gathered that, At a time when a single bag of garri costs at least #𝟑𝟐,𝟎𝟎𝟎, this generous gesture represents an expenditure of over #𝟕,𝟎𝟒𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 naira (220 bags x 32,000 naira). This extraordinary act of kindness reflects not only his selflessness but also his unwavering commitment to uplifting the community. Despite the personal and family responsibilities he carries, our General Overseer continually extends his resources to support ...

 Breaking: Retired Police Officers Plan Nationwide Protest Over Pension Woes,   By EgbemaVoice,  Nigerians have taken to social media to express outrage, ridicule, and some support after reports emerged that retired members of the Nigeria Police Force are planning a nationwide protest over unpaid pensions and poor post-service welfare.  EgbemaVoice News Nigeria gathered that the protest is being organized by former officers—many of whom claim they’ve been left to suffer after years of dedicated service. According to sources within the planning group, retired rank-and-file officers and some junior senior officers are among those pushing for the demonstration, citing years of delayed pension payments, inadequate healthcare, and a lack of post-retirement support.  However, the announcement has stirred a wave of mixed reactions on X (formerly Twitter), where Nigerians didn’t hold back their opinions

PRESS STATEMENT SEN. AKUME HOLDS SWAY AS SGF ... purported removal from office is mere disinformation  The attention of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation has been drawn to rumours circulating online and in some media outlets regarding the alleged removal of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. The Office wishes to state emphatically that the information is entirely false, misleading, and baseless. The purported removal of the SGF from Office is only but a fabrication and a figment of the imagination of mischief makers who are out there to disinform and misinform the innocent public. President Tinubu reposes unwavering confidence on the capacity of the SGF to discharge his statutory obligation of formulating and implementing policies and programmes of the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration.  We urge the public, media organisations, and digital platfo...

By EgbemaVoice, The majority of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers in the Bayelsa State House of Assembly have endorsed the decision of Governor Douye Diri to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).  Presently, there are 19 members of the PDP in the 24-man legislature while the opposition has five members. Sources disclosed to Sunday Sun that as part of his consultation with stakeholders towards his defection plans, Diri had told the Speaker Rt Hon Abraham Ngobere, to sample the opinion of his colleagues. Diri’s earlier consultation with the National Assembly caucus was not too fruitful, as the House caucus rejected the move. Sources said Hon Fred Agbedi (Sagbama/ Ekeremor) is spearheading the rejection because the defection to APC would mean him (Agbedi) being subjected to the political leadership of the Minister of State for Oil, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri. The dissenting voices from the National Assembly notwithstanding, Diri, who travelled with Ngober...

By EgbemaVoice, Owoseni condemned the hypocrisy of political leaders who criticise the physical appearance of officers without addressing the root causes. A former Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni, has decried the dire state of funding and welfare in the Nigeria Police Force. He lamented that police divisions operate on as little as N30,000 monthly while officers endure deplorable living conditions, including sleeping inside exhibit vehicles at police stations. In an interview with News Central TV’s Breakfast Central programme, Owoseni, who was visibly angry, criticised what he described as the appalling neglect of police welfare by the Nigerian leaders who, despite the realities, dare to “shamelessly” demean officers. “You have a Divisional Police Officer like in Ikeja Police Division that has an area of responsibility so large, and what you use to fund that police division is N30,000, to do what?” Owoseni asked. He painted a grim picture of the daily stru...

By EgbemaVoice, The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has applauded the late President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua for proclaiming amnesty for former agitators of the Niger Delta and also establishing the progamme. He spoke at the 2nd President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua International Leadership Conference and Awards themed "Electoral Management Institution: Midwife of True Democracy, Development, and Prosperity," which was organised by the Global Initiative for Leadership Success in Abuja on Saturday. Otuaro, who received a corporate service award in recognition of his efficient administration of the PAP at the event, noted that Yar'Adua also created the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs before inaugurating the PAP as part of his response to the civic demands of the region's people. Describing him as ‘a selfless leader and a patriot,’he said Yar'Adua, who governed the country from May 29, 2007, to May 5, 2010, was deeply co...