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Niger Delta Youth leader Celebrates DSP Charles Evboife on Birth, ......Describes Him As king of Boys,

DSP Charles M Evboife commander Buffalo Dops Asaba, Delta state  By EgbemaVoice, Niger Delta Youth leader, Mingo Friday Saya, has celebrated gallant officer DSP Charles M. Evboife Commander Buffalo team Dops Asaba, Delta state, as he clocks a brand new years on May 2nd,  Mingo in a statement Describe DSP Charles as remained a great tactician and exemplary operational commander, popularly called king of the boys,  who had contributed immensely to the growth of the Buffalo team, Dops Asaba, Delta state police command in fighting crimes,  especially carrying the boys along,  his promptly response to calls, within Asaba and metropolitan state headquarters,  "On behalf of the good officers of Buffalo team,  my family, I congratulate an illustrious son of ancient Bini kingdom,  Edo state, south south geopolitical zone, as an impeccable, dedicated, committed, repute and an outstanding patriot, as he celebrates his birth anniversary.  He sai

Edo: Progressive Youth Celebrates Boss Diplomat Adams Ogomugo, .......Describes Appointment As square peg in a square hole.

Edo: Progressive Youth Celebrates Boss Diplomat Adams Ogomugo,  .......Describes Appointment As square peg in a square hole. By EgbemaVoice, Edo state chapter progressive Youth leadership foundation of Niger Delta (PYLF-ND) has congratulated a renowned Niger Delta son of the struggle Most Senior Comrade Adams Marbo Ogomugo aka chief Diplomat national president of progressive Youth leadership foundation of Niger Delta, for  his well deserved appointment as  Head of Peace Building and Conflict Resolution/Stakeholders Management unit by presidential Amnesty Programme by the  Administrator  Dr High Chief Dennis Otuaro In a statement jointly signed by the chapter Chairman, Comrade Mingo Meshach Saya, Hon. Nike Tame Edah PRO, and Comrade Gandi Wisdom Tanimawo Secretary, described the appointment of Comrade Adams Marbo Ogomugo as that of a square peg in a square hole. According to the statement, “To start with, we want to congratulat

BREAKING NEWS | NBA Wins as Court of Appeal Strikes Down Police Regulations Sanctioning Unmarried Policewomen who become Pregnant

By EgbemaVoice, The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Friday obtains a landmark victory at the Court of Appeal, Abuja. The Court of Appeal in CA/ABJ/CV/454/2022: Incorporated Trustees, Nigeria Bar Association v AGF and 2 Ors in its judgment struck down Regulations 126 and 127 of the Police Force Regulations that empowers the Police Force to terminate the services of an unmarried Police woman who gets pregnant while in service. The Court of Appeal declared the provisions null and void and accordingly struck them down on the ground of being unconstitutional. At the today’s proceedings the Court of Appeal, Abuja Judicial Division coram J.O.K. Oyewole JCA, A.I Banjoko JCA and O.E Abang JCA, unanimously allowed the appeal and set aside the decision of the Federal Court, Abuja Judicial Division delivered by Ekwo J on 21st February 2022, in respect of Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/178/2021 between The Incorporated Trustees of the Nigerian Bar Association vs. The Attorney General of the fede

Oborevwori mourns as Ex-Minister, Gbagi, dies at 62 ,

By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed his heart-felt condolences to the family of former Minister of Education (State), Chief Kenneth Gbagi, who passed on May 4.  Gbagi a senior lawyer, businessman, governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP in the 2023 general election and industrialist, passed on at 62, after a brief illness.  In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described the passing of Gbagi as tragic, unfortunate and heart-wrenching.  He commiserated with the people of Ughelli South Local Government Area and Oginibo community, in particular, over the demise of the renowned politician and former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain.  He noted that the departed Gbagi, a Criminologist, entrepreneur and lawyer, was Chairman, Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, and, later, Minister of Education (State) during President Goodluck Jonathan's administration.  Oborevwori sai

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗢 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗥𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗠𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠, 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗬 𝗢𝗧𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗢,

𝗕𝘆: 𝗔𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗯𝗼𝗶𝗯𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀  Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Advocate of Niger-Delta Struggle, Endorses Marbo's Leadership In a significant development, Ogomugo Marbo, also known as the Chief Diplomat and President of NDPYLF, has been appointed as the Head of Peace Building and Conflict Resolution/Stakeholders Management unit within the Presidential Amnesty Programme. Dr. Dennis Otuaro, a prominent figure in the Ijaw Cum Niger-Delta Struggle, has expressed confidence in Marbo's ability to lead effectively. Marbo's appointment aligns with the advocacy for the inclusion of Niger-Delta struggle veterans in key positions to redirect the amnesty program towards its original objectives. With a focus on benefiting documented delegates and the broader Niger-Delta region, Marbo is poised to leverage his experience and insights for positive change. In recognition of Marbo's appointment, Doctor Kegbe, Head of Data/Documentation Management at ND-PYLF, exten

Oborevwori, Okowa, Guwor attend Esiso daughter's wedding

Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor, members of the House of Representatives, Hon. Nicholas Mutu, Hon. Victor Nwokolo, former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon Ndudi Elumelu, Majority Leader of the State House of Assembly, Hon Emeka Nwaobi and other top government functionaries, attended the wedding of Princess Esiso and David Anoro at Living Faith Church, Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area.  Others include; Senior Political Adviser to the Governor, Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo, Chief Ighoyota Amori, Hon. Funkekeme Solomon, Chief Edwin Uzor, Chief Fidelis Tilije, Mr Mideno Bayagbon, Mr. Hope Oborevwori, Chief Kome Okpobor and a host of others.  The bride, Princess, is daughter of the State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr Kingsley Esiso.  Chairman of the occasion and immediate past Governor of the state, Senator Ifeanyi O

Former Education Minister, Gbagi Is Dead,

By EgbemaVoice, The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the last election in Delta State, Olorogun Barr Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, FNIM OON, is dead. Gbagi, a former minister of Education and an industrialist died at the age of 62. The Renowned Criminologist and senior lawyer died on Saturday May 4th 2024. A statement signed by his eldest son, Chief Emuoboh Gbagi on behalf of the Gbagi family, said: "It is with profound sadness but gratitude to God, that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, husband, and brother, Olorogun (Barr.) Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, FNIM, OON; Former Minister of Education, who departed this life on the 4th of May 2024 at the age of 62. "We take comfort in the fond memories of his life, his achievements, and the impact he made on the lives of countless individuals and communities.  "We kindly request your thoughts and prayers for our family during this challenging time of loss. "May h

Oborevwori celebrates Archbishop Odutemu at 52 ,

By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Archbishop of Bendel Province of Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev'd Cyril Odutemu, on his 52nd birth anniversary.  Governor Oborevwori, in a congratulatory message by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, described Odutemu, the immediate past Chairman of the State Pilgrims Welfare Board, as an extraordinary administrator and dynamic and fearless preacher of God's word.  He remarked that the renowned cleric had changed lives of individuals, families and society for the better, through his impactful and life-changing teachings.  The Governor, said: "On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I extend my congratulations to a distinguished Deltan, a man of unquestionable integrity and uncommon humility, Most Rev'd Cyril Odiboroghene Odutemu, on his 52nd birth anniversary."  He praised Odutemu for using his powerful intellect,

Gov Oborevwori set to clear pensions payments backlog - EAC Latimore,

Gov Oborevwori set to clear pensions payments backlog - EAC Latimore ...Say Gbegbaje 'll rebrand pensions bureau under MORE Agenda By EgbemaVoice, With the appointment and inauguration of the Chairman, Delta State Bureau of Pensions, and super technocrat, Sir Edwin Ogigi-Gbegbaje, on Tuesday, all is now set for governor Sheriff Oborevwori, to end bureaucratic bottlenecks, and resolve all issues negating payment of pensions in the state. Executive Assistant on Communications to the Governor and Head of Delta State Orientation Bureau, Dr Latimore Oghenesivbe, gave the assurance in Asaba on Tuesday, while speaking to newsmen at the inauguration ceremony of three Special Advisers, Chairman of Pensions Bureau, some board chairmen and members at the Unity Hall, Government House. He said the issue of backlog of pensions of retired and retiring civil servants will soon be a thing of the past, saying that the unavoidable delays in payments had in time past generated controversi

Delta Police Command PPRO, SP Edafe on Orientation Panorama May 8, 2024.

By EgbemaVoice, Police Public Relations Officer, Delta State Police Command, Superintendent of Police, SP Bright Edafe, will take his turn as Special Guest of Orientation Panorama, the People’s program on Voice of Delta Radio 97.9 FM, live from 3 pm to 4 pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. He will be speaking on the goals, achievements, and challenges of the new Commissioner Of Police, Delta State Command, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, as well as security situation in the state.  The PPRO who is well known for his in-depth knowledge of security issues in the state, shall inform Deltans on the efforts made so far to protect life and property by men and officers of the Nigerian Police Force. A statement by the Assistant Chief Information Officer of Delta State Orientation Bureau, DSOB, Omonigho Okotie, said during the call-in segment, the phone lines shall be opened to enable listeners to make contributions, ask questions and report security challenges in their communities. Orientation Pa