By EgbemaVoice, This is the proudest day of my life. But this day does not belong to me. It belongs to you, the people of Nigeria. President Ahmed Bola Tunubu.

READS STATEMENT, Delta State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) warmly congratulates His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on his successful swearing-in as the 5th Governor of Delta State. We also congratulate the new Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, as they, proudly fly the flag of the PDP, assume the mantle of leadership of our dear Delta State. Delta PDP equally expresses our sincere gratitude to His Excellency, Senator, Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, and his Deputy, Deacon Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, for the accomplished and exceptional leadership, delivered under the SMART Agenda, which has ensured a Stronger, more prosperous Delta State for all Deltans. We have no doubts whatsoever that His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will not only consolidate on the outstanding legacies of the former administration, but is poised and ready to do MORE for Deltans and Delta State. CONGRATULATIONS. God Bless Delta State. PDP! Power to the People! Dr. Ifeanyi M. Osuoza  State Publicity Sec

By EgbemaVoice, 'Ambassador Kunle Adeleke is the State Chief of Protocol (SCOP) to the President  -Dele Alake - Presidential Spokesman  -Olusegun Dada - SA Digital Media

FIRST INAUGURAL ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU 29 MAY 2023  THE NIGERIAN IDEAL  My Fellow Citizens, I stand before you honoured to assume the sacred mandate you have given me. My love for this nation is abiding. My confidence in its people, unwavering. And my faith in God Almighty, absolute. I know that His hand shall provide the needed moral strength and clarity of purpose in those instances when we seem to have reached the limits of our human capacity. This day is bold and majestic yet bright and full of spirit, as is our precious nation. As a nation, we have long ago decided to march beyond the dimness of night into the open day of renewed national hope. The question we now ask ourselves is whether to remain faithful to the work inherent in building a better society or retreat into the shadows of our unmet potential.  For me, there is but one answer. We are too great a nation and too grounded as a people to rob ourselves of our finest destiny. This nation’s journey has been

By EgbemaVoice, Raymond Dokpesi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and founder, DAAR Communications plc, has died at the age of 71. A family member confirmed this to THE WHISTLER on Monday, saying the media mogul died at a hospital in Abuja. According to the family source who doesn’t want to be mentioned, Dokpesi had suffered a stroke shortly after the recent Ramadan fast and had been managing his health since. The family source told THE WHISTLER that Dokpesi was eventually placed on occupational therapy to improve his daily activities through walking out at the gym.The source said during one of his routine gym exercises, Dokpesi was electrocuted while using one of the gym equipment, leading to stroke and his eventual death. The DDokpesi family is expected to issue a statement on the development soon. In 2020, Raymond Dokpesi and members of his family were hospitalized at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital after they were diagnosed with COVID-19. They, however, s

EgbemaVoice Reporting, Immediately after the completion of the military formalities of lowering and hoisting of new flags to signal a new dispensation, immediate-past President Muhammadu Buhari departed the Eagles Square venue of presidential inauguration of Bola Tinubu as the Nigeria’s 16th President. The convoy of the former President Buhari drove out of the Eagles Square at about 11.04am on his way to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja enroute his native Katsina State where he is expected to reside for sometime. President Tinubu is currently being driven round the Eagles Square to the cheers of Nigerians and invited guests present. Shortly after, Tinubu will make his first address to Nigerians at the Eagles Square. Bola Ahmed Tinubu President makes his first speech, Tags: Buhari

Chief Mulade Sheriff and Gov. Sheriff's Oborevwor,  By EgbemaVoice, Asaba: A Delta State-born development and environmental justice advocate Comrade (Chief) Mulade Sheriff has congratulated His Excellency (Rt. Hon.) Sheriff Oborevwori for his successful swearing in as executive governor of Delta State. While describing the swearing in of Rt. Hon. Oborevwori as the Executive Governor of oil-rich Delta State, a well deserved one, Chief Mulade called on all Deltans to strongly support the new administration for a better Delta, just as he implored other residents of the state to work with the Governor to achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people. He described the new governor, who was elected on May 18th, 2023, as a man with excessive local content and street credibility and a grassroot politician with community-based knowledge for development. Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Sorimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of the State, and a former PDP gov

By Damilola Olufemi Former All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council Secretary, James Faleke, on Monday, said the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, will within 60 days after his inauguration as President of Nigeria reveal the names of his cabinet members. He said this during an interview with Channels Television at the Eagle Eagle, Abuja. Faleke said, “Of course, within 60 days, that’s what the law says. He can announce anytime but I just know he must do it within 60 days.” Tinubu’s inauguration ceremony is currently ongoing in Abuja and he is expected to be sworn in by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kayode Ariwoola.

By EgbemaVoice, He succeeds Muhammadu Buhari who leaves office today, Monday, May 29. Bola Tinubu has been sworn in as the President of Nigeria. He succeeds Muhammadu Buhari who leaves office today, Monday, May 29. The Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, administered the oath of office to the President at 10:38 am. The event was attended by several heads of state and other dignitaries.

Hon Capt Smart Yomi Asekutu, Congratulates His Excellency Rt. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori and his Deputy Governor, says power truly belongs to the people, By EgbemaVoice, The Executive Chairman, Hon Capt Smart Yomi Asekutu and the entire Staff of Warri North Local Government Area Koko, Delta State has  heartily Congratulated the Governor and Deputy Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori and his Deputy His Excellency Monday Onyema on the resounding victory at the polls and inauguration as Governor of Delta state, says truly power belongs to the people and the will of Deltans prevailed. In his goodwill messages, Capt Smart said, I wish to congratulate you on your deserved victory as the Governor for Delta State after a hard fought battle. Your Emergence is a reflection of the fact that the will of the people must prevail. Your's victory is a testament and that truly indeed in a true democracy, power truly belongs to the people.  “As you Embark on the process of

Like Senate, House Amends CBN Act, Raises Advances to FG from 5% to 15%, Extends implementation of 2022 supplementary budget to Dec. By Udora Orizu in Abuja In an emergency plenary session yesterday, the House of Representatives passed a bill which seeks to amend the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act regarding the Ways and Means Advances to the federal government. The amendment specifically seeks to increase the total CBN advances to the federal government from five per cent (5%) to a maximum of fifteen percent (15%).However, during consideration of the bill’s clauses at its Committee of the Whole, the Chairman, House Committee on Water Resources, Hon. Sada Soli kicked against the rationale behind the increment. He said: “Mr. Chairman does it mean with this amendment that the CBN somehow advances to the government at 10 per cent or is it a wakeup call at the twilight of this government that we are changing this from five per cent to 15 per cent? “Can the Chairman, Banking and Currency

By EgbemaVoice, The Nigeria Police wishes to urge the general public to disregard the false news making the rounds on social media alleging the sack of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc(+), NPM, NEAPS, fdc, CFR, by a Federal High Court in Awka. The said judgment is subject to appeal and the alleged news is thus false, unfounded, and perceived to be the handiwork of mischief makers. IGP Alkali was appointed in a letter-number SGF.20/S.6/83 dated 30th Nov 2021 for a 4-year tenure and his stay in office is within the purview of his appointment. It is imperative to note that the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, dismissed a suit that sought to compel the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Usman Alkali Baba, to vacate his office on March 1, 2023. The Federal High Court, in the judgment delivered by Justice J. K. Omotosho, held that going by the provision of Section 7 (6) of the Police Act, 2020, anyone appointed as the IGP has a st

By EgbemaVoice, President Muhammadu Buhari has dissolved the Federal Executive Council (FEC), marking the conclusion of the current administration. EgbemaVoice reports that the official announcement was made through a memo issued late on Sunday night. The FEC is comprised of esteemed officials including the president, vice president, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the president’s Chief of Staff, Head of Service, and Ministers. This dissolution indicates a substantial change in the structure of the Nigerian government. As the country anticipates a new era, President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to be inaugurated as Nigeria’s next leader today, on May 29th. Further details on this will be provided as they unfold.

by our reporter, EgbemaVoice, President-elect, Bola Tinubu, has expressed his unwavering commitment to delivering on his promises to revive Nigeria’s growth trajectory, despite the challenges of corruption, poverty, and policy inconsistencies. Speaking at the Inauguration Dinner/Gala Night organised by the Presidential Transition Council (PTC) at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja on Sunday night, Tinubu emphasised that his administration would not resort to excuses for any potential failures. Addressing the gathering of invited Heads of State from around the world, Tinubu highlighted the valuable lessons that Nigeria’s democracy has taught Africa and the world at large. He praised the resilience, determination, courage, and unity in diversity exhibited by Nigerians, affirming that his administration would build upon the strengths. Tinubu also humorously noted that even after his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari, departs for his hometown, he would always be accessible wh

By EgbemaVoice, Niger Delta Ex-Warlord General, Hon. Siemens Nisor Beke, message on the occasion of the Inauguration of His Excellency Ahemed Bola Tinubu, as president of federal Republic of Nigeria, I warmly congratulate Your Excellency Ahemed Bola Tinubu on your inauguration today as President of federal Republic of Nigeria. I wish you every success in the fulfilment of your new mandate to guide your country towards stability, democratic governance, the protection of human rights and economic development. This is an historic moment for Nigeria. I commend Nigerians and political leaders for their exemplary conduct and peaceful and responsible participation during the vote of 25th February general election, that successfully marked the end of the transition period. I would also like to take the opportunity to praise the opposition leaders, who promptly offered their congratulations to the President-elect, and those not yet congratulate the president, I also commend His Excellency Muham