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NDDC Protest: Will neither rest nor sleep until the Udo-Ofunama Road is fixed,” Egbema Youths declared,

NDDC Protest: Will neither rest nor sleep until the Udo-Ofunama Road is fixed,” Egbema Youths declared,  ......Vows Council will monitor NDDC’s response and prepare for next line e of action if necessary. .......Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide Stages Peaceful Protest at NDDC Headquarters, Port Harcourt By EgbemaVoice, The Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide the apex youth body representing the Egbema Kingdom in both Delta and Edo States has staged a peaceful protest at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) headquarters in Port Harcourt. The demonstration was aimed at drawing 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 protesters highlighted that the deplorable state of the road has caused: Severe economic hardship farmers are unable to transport produce to urb...

Families Unite as Goodness Ebidinana Weds Akpos Ibolibor in Grand Traditional Ceremony",

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!

Egbema Youths Vow to Monitor NDDC Response on Udo-Ofunama Road, Pledge Continued Action Until Project Is Completed,

Egbema Youths Vow to Monitor NDDC Response on Udo-Ofunama Road, Pledge Continued Action Until Project Is Completed, By EgbemaVoice, The Egbema Youth Council (EYC) Worldwide the apex youth body representing the Egbema Kingdom in both Delta and Edo States has staged a peaceful protest at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) headquarters in Port Harcourt. The demonstration was aimed at drawing 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 protesters highlighted that the deplorable state of the road has caused: Severe economic hardship farmers are unable to transport produce to urban markets, Serious health risks, pregnant women and emergency patients face life-threatening delays accessing medical care this escalating transport costs commuters are forced to take longer, more expensive detours through Ondo and Delta State waterways to...

Egbema Focus Group (EFG): A Unified Vision for the Development of the Egbema Nation, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers and Imo States,

Follows this link to Group Whatsapp https://chat.whatsapp.com/FR6hSCfk6JjGh0O5p6OWJL Egbema Focus Group (EFG): A Unified Vision for the Development of the Egbema Nation The formation of the Egbema Focus Group (EFG) represents a landmark initiative aimed at uniting all sons and daughters of Egbema across Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Imo States. This movement seeks to foster unity, solidarity, and a collective vision to advance the development and welfare of the Egbema people, while addressing long-standing issues of deprivation and marginalization. Egbema Kingdom, as an oil and gas-producing region contributing significantly to Nigeria's economy, has faced systemic neglect and underdevelopment in the areas it occupies across these five states. The EFG envisions a future where Egbema is empowered to claim its rightful place in national and regional development, while preserving its cultural and ancestral heritage. Goals and Objectiv...

Tension as Adoleseimoh No 2 Community Burns Down Three Kokotoru Communities in Egbema, as one injured,

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...

Egbema kingdom on the Brink: Looming Crisis Threatens economic activities in Edo state NDJEAF Warns,

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...

Miss Edith Oziegbe and Mr. Famous Nimi to Tie the Knot on August 15–16, 2025

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Wedding Ceremony Invitation The families of Late Boan Boitie Bernard Nimi of Tsekelewu/Polobuboh Town, Warri North Local Government Area, Delta State, and Late Elder Augustine Izevbigie of Urmaza Town, Ovia South West Local Government Area, Edo State, cordially announce and invite the general public, friends, and well-wishers to the solemnization of holy matrimony between their beloved children: Miss Edith Oziegbe and Mr. Famous Nimi Programme of Events: Traditional Marriage: Friday, 15th August 2025 at 1:00 PM, Wedding Reception: Saturday, 16th August 2025 at 1:00 PM Venue: Ogbomwan Campus Grounds, Along Upper and Ekehum Road, after Asoro Bus Stop, Beside and Opposite Second Power Line, Benin City, Edo State. Your presence will be highly appreciated as we join in celebrating this joyous occasion. RSVP: Frank Oziegbe – 0808 135 1935 Courtesy by Amb Dango Anthony Onaikegba

DELTA @ 34: Mulade tasks Oborevwori on riverine development, kicks against lavish celebration,

DELTA @ 34: Mulade tasks Oborevwori on riverine development, kicks against lavish celebration, ..,..... Emulate former Gov James Onanefe Ibori, By EgbemaVoice, As Delta State is set to mark its 34th anniversary, a renowned peace and environmental rights advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff PhD has tasked Governor Sherifff Oborevwori-led government to give special focus to the infrastructural deficit in riverine communities in the State which he alleged, have been totally "deprived and neglected" inspite of the huge revenue acruals through the petroleum sector and the blue economy. Mulade made the call while offering his congratulations to Governor Oborevwori and Deltans ahead of the remarkable occasion of the State's 34th anniversary on August 27, 2025. In the congratulatory message, Mulade felicitates with governor Oborevwori on the giant strides his administration is making in the State and also applauded Deltans for the relative peace, unity as well as the prog...

Egbema youth council Slams Delta state Government Over False publication, Demands Proper Recognition for Agadagba of Egbema kingdom,

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...

THE THREAT BY THE FORMER RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY MEMBERS TO IMPEACH THE POPOLARLY ELECTED GOVERNOR OF RIVERS STATE, SIR SIMINALAYI FUBARA IS AN ACTION THAT IS LIKELY TO CAUSE BREACH OF PEACE AND BREAKDOWN OF LAW AND ORDER IN RIVERS STATE.

7th May, 2024. DrKayodeEgbetokun, Inspector General, Nigerian Police Force, Louis Edet house, Abuja. THE THREAT BY THE FORMER RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY MEMBERS TO IMPEACH THE POPOLARLY ELECTED GOVERNOR OF RIVERS STATE, SIR SIMINALAYI FUBARA IS AN ACTION THAT IS LIKELY TO CAUSE BREACH OF PEACE AND BREAKDOWN OF LAW AND ORDER IN RIVERS STATE. My dear IGP, Firstly, I wish to apologize for addressing this letter to you because we have never met and we have never spoken to each other since your appointment as the Inspector General of Police of the Federal Republic of Nigeria but I have watched your activities with kin interest and great satisfaction. Please accept my belated heartfelt congratulation on your appointment as the Inspector General of Police whereby you have taken over effectively and I hope you will perform your duties impeccably, fair and just and without any discrimination, political victimization or witch-hunting of political opponents and have the courage and ability to...