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ECOWAS Court to Train Sierra Leone Lawyers, Law Students

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Military to Partner Ministry of Environment to Preserve Nigeria’s Forest, Wildlife

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Inflation: Oborevwori, a prudent resource manager— Commissioner

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Chairman Onitsha South Honour By Catholic Church With Chieftaincy Title

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Students Of Oko Poly Protest Imposition Of N5000 Examination Fees

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Leading Intellectuals, Policymakers, Technocrats to Gather in Abuja for Reawakening African Renaissance

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Blank NEWS Online founding Editor-in-Chief and Publisher, Albert Eruorhe Ograka, is a Graduate of Mass Communication. He also holds a Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Journalism from the International Institute of Journalism (IIJ).

Delta: Uduaghan Appoints Origho As New Head of Service

Delta: Uduaghan Appoints Origho As New Head of Service

October 28, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta state Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has approved the appointment of the former Permanent Secretary, Government House Annex, Warri, Mr. Oyambevwe Patrick Origho as the new Head of Service of Delta State. An official statement titled “Government Special Announcement”, signed by Mr….

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Ibabu/Iselegu Crisis: Uduaghan Inaugurates Judicial Commission Of Inquiry

Ibabu/Iselegu Crisis: Uduaghan Inaugurates Judicial Commission Of Inquiry

October 28, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

DELTA State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan has inaugurated a three-man Judicial Commission of Inquiry to proffer lasting solutions to the Ibabu/Iselegu communal crisis. Inaugurating the commission, in Asaba on Monday, October 27, 2014, Governor Uduaghan charged communities in the state to always…

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Delta LG Chairmen Get Mandate *Uduaghan Cautions Against Wasteful Spending

Delta LG Chairmen Get Mandate *Uduaghan Cautions Against Wasteful Spending

October 28, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has challenged the newly elected chairmen of local government councils to be prudent in the management of funds and desist from engaging in discriminatory actions. Uduaghan gave the charge on Monday, October 27, 2014 while administering…

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Delta LGA Polls: PDP Wins, Uduaghan Happy Over Voters' Turn Out

Delta LGA Polls: PDP Wins, Uduaghan Happy Over Voters' Turn Out

October 27, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC) had on Saturday October 25, 2014 conducted the local government elections in the 25 local government areas of the State. Blank NEWS Online can report that despite some hitches, delays and security situation which were…

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NFF In Fresh Trouble: Court Orders Amaju Pinnick to Vacate Office

NFF In Fresh Trouble: Court Orders Amaju Pinnick to Vacate Office

October 24, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

A Federal High Court sitting in Jos, Plateau State has nullified the September 30 elective congress held in Warri, Delta State that produced Amaju Pinnick as the President of Nigeria Football Federation, NFF. The presiding Justice Ambrose Allagoa, said the election was…

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Ogeah: Redefining management of government media profile -By Pius Mordi

October 24, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

How do you manage the affairs of a chief executive who is the target of vicious criticism, serial litigations challenging his election and is adjudged more on ethnic considerations? No Mass Communications class has such recipe. For Chike C. Ogeah, managing the…

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2015 Presidential Polls: Jonathan Set To Re-contest *Haliru Heads Declaration Committee

2015 Presidential Polls: Jonathan Set To Re-contest *Haliru Heads Declaration Committee

October 24, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

True to bookmakers’s prediction, Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan has at a meeting with chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday, October 23, 2014 indicated interest to seek re-election and contest the 2015 presidential election. He…

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Governor's Son Doesn't Meddle in Abia PDP Affairs- Says Orji's Aide

Governor's Son Doesn't Meddle in Abia PDP Affairs- Says Orji's Aide

October 23, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The Chief Press Secretary to Abia State Governor, Mr. Charles Ajunwa, has refuted a media report that the governor’s son, Chinedu Orji, was mounting pressure on the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) in the state to pave way for…

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2015 Delta Guber Polls: Okowa declares for governorship race

2015 Delta Guber Polls: Okowa declares for governorship race

October 22, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Ahead of the 2015 polls, the senator representing Delta North Senatorial district at the National Assembly, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has on Monday, October 20, formally declared his intention to contest in the governorship election of Delta State. During the declaration in Asaba,…

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Uduaghan @ 60: Sultan, Kukah, Others Task Leaders On Exemplary Life

Uduaghan @ 60: Sultan, Kukah, Others Task Leaders On Exemplary Life

October 22, 2014February 28, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Prominent Nigerians have charged leaders in the country to live exemplary lives and continue to dialogue so as to seek solutions to the nation’s problems. Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Mohammed Sa’ad Abubakar III, Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, Bishop Hassan Matthew Kukah,…

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Delta To Access N220Bn CBN Fund, Export Fish *As Uduaghan Gives Micro Credit Law

Delta To Access N220Bn CBN Fund, Export Fish *As Uduaghan Gives Micro Credit Law

October 21, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Nigeria’s oil and gas wealthy Delta state is now set to access the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) N220 billion naira micro, small and medium enterprises funds for the benefit of the people of the state. The state is also partnering with…

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Accolades As Elumelu Appoints Onukwu As Legislative Aide

Accolades As Elumelu Appoints Onukwu As Legislative Aide

October 21, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The Oshimili South People’s Parliament (OSPP) has commended the member representing Aniocha/Oshimili in the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Ndudi Elumelu for appointing Ogbueshi Pascal Onukwu as his legislative aide. A statement signed by the Secretary and women leader to OSPP, Barr….

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"Nigeria Is Ebola-Free" -WHO

"Nigeria Is Ebola-Free" -WHO

October 21, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared that Nigeria is free of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) after six weeks (42 days) with no new cases. Speaking in the capital Abuja, Rui Gama Vaz (WHO representative) said that it was a “spectacular…

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Sultan Lauds Uduaghan’s Role In Uniting Nigerians …In Asaba For Uduaghan’s 60th Birthday Lecture

Sultan Lauds Uduaghan’s Role In Uniting Nigerians …In Asaba For Uduaghan’s 60th Birthday Lecture

October 20, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Sultan of Sokoto and President-General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III has commended Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan for promoting inter-ethnic and religious harmony in the country. Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III who is in Asaba to chair…

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Uduaghan Advocates Inter-State Cooperation Among Security Agencies

Uduaghan Advocates Inter-State Cooperation Among Security Agencies

October 20, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

GOVERNOR Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State has called for inter-state cooperation among security agencies as one best strategy of checking criminal activities in the country. Uduaghan made the call on Monday when the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 5,…

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2014 World Breast-Feeding Week: Delta Mothers Urged To Sustain Practice

2014 World Breast-Feeding Week: Delta Mothers Urged To Sustain Practice

October 20, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Breastfeeding mothers have been told to be committed to exclusive breastfeeding practice for the benefit of their babies, themselves and the entire society. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Otumara, gave the charge in a statement to mark the 2014 World…

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LG Polls: Gov Uduaghan Urges Vigorous Campaign for PDP Victory

LG Polls: Gov Uduaghan Urges Vigorous Campaign for PDP Victory

October 20, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has urged elders and leaders of the People Democratic Party (PDP) to mobilise and campaign vigorously at their wards to ensure victory for the party in the forth coming local government elections in the state. Governor…

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Emulate Olejeme’s virtues, Nwaoboshi advises Ali, others

Emulate Olejeme’s virtues, Nwaoboshi advises Ali, others

October 18, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State politicians who are desirous of becoming elected or appointed officials have been told to strive to embody the humility, idealism, pragmatism, visionary leadership, selflessness and hard work of Dr. Ngozi Olejeme in their political career. The call was made by…

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Delta Governorship: Obuh Pick PDP Nomination Form To Contest *Nigerians, Deltans Happy

Delta Governorship: Obuh Pick PDP Nomination Form To Contest *Nigerians, Deltans Happy

October 18, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Frontline, popular and most acceptable governorship aspirant in Delta State, Sir Tony Obuh, has strengthened his zeal to contest in the 2015 governorship election by collecting the expression of interest and nomination forms at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Secretariat, Wadata House…

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Jonathan Lauds Uduaghan Dev. Strides *Commissions N4.4 bn FG Bridge Linking Edo-Delta

Jonathan Lauds Uduaghan Dev. Strides *Commissions N4.4 bn FG Bridge Linking Edo-Delta

October 18, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan has commended the administration of Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan on the giant developmental strides it has achieved in Delta State. Dr. Jonathan bared his mind on the visible achievements of the administration of Governor Uduaghan while commissioning the Utor Bridge…

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Delta Is For Jonathan, Says Gov Uduaghan *As Muazu Commissions PDP Secretariat In Delta

Delta Is For Jonathan, Says Gov Uduaghan *As Muazu Commissions PDP Secretariat In Delta

October 16, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has reaffirmed the commitment of Delta State towards re-electing President Goodluck Jonathan for a second term in office come 2015. Governor Uduaghan made the declaration in Asaba on Wednesday when the National Chairman of the Peoples…

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Uduaghan Attributes Success To Support Of Deltans * Bags Leadership Governor Of Year Award

Uduaghan Attributes Success To Support Of Deltans * Bags Leadership Governor Of Year Award

October 16, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

DELTA State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan has attributed the achievements of his administration, which has earned him recognition from several quarters, including national newspapers awards, to the support and cooperation from people of the State. Governor Uduaghan, who spoke in Abuja on…

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TOWARDS A MARITIME LABOUR POLICY REFORM – By Olushola Abiloye

TOWARDS A MARITIME LABOUR POLICY REFORM – By Olushola Abiloye

October 16, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

When Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait on August 2, 1990, the United States responded just days later with a military sealift, the success of which is unparalleled. In just 45 days the United States moved to Saudi Arabia the equivalent of a city…

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Delta Speaker Pledges More Infrastructures In Public Schools *Donates Books To Students

Delta Speaker Pledges More Infrastructures In Public Schools *Donates Books To Students

October 15, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Government has promised to sustain the drive in provision of infrastructures in public schools in the state. The Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Right Hon Peter Onwusanya, gave the assurance when he presented exercise books to more than…

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Delta Assembly Confers "Vote of Confidence" on Gov. Uduaghan *Lawmakers Flay Rumour Of Impeachment

Delta Assembly Confers "Vote of Confidence" on Gov. Uduaghan *Lawmakers Flay Rumour Of Impeachment

October 15, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Blank NEWS Online can disclose that the cordial relationship among the legislature, executive and judiciary as well as maintenance of separation of powers in Delta state has remained exemplary. This stride was further put to test on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, when…

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Delta: Uduaghan Charges Devt Committees On Grassroot Mobilization

Delta: Uduaghan Charges Devt Committees On Grassroot Mobilization

October 14, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

DELTA State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan has charged members of the Women and Youth Development Committees to be committed in sensitizing the people at the grassroots about government policies and programmes. Addressing members of the Committees from the 25 local government areas…

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Security Watch: Uduaghan Laments Killing Of Oneya's Daughter By Suspected Armed Robbers

Security Watch: Uduaghan Laments Killing Of Oneya's Daughter By Suspected Armed Robbers

October 14, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan has bemoaned the unfortunate and dastardly killing of Ms Frances Oneya, daughter of former Military Administrator of Kano and Benue States, General Dominic Oneya (rtd.) The late Ms Oneya was shot dead last Friday in Effurun by suspected armed…

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Uduaghan Challenges NFF President On Football Standard *Laments Eagles' Defeat By Sudan

Uduaghan Challenges NFF President On Football Standard *Laments Eagles' Defeat By Sudan

October 14, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has challenged the newly elected President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Mr. Amaju Pinnick and his board to quickly turn around the dwindling fortunes of the round leather game in the country. Speaking at a…

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Death Sentence for 12 Nigerian Soldiers: Agbakoba Sues Army for Enforcement of Soldiers’ Rights

Death Sentence for 12 Nigerian Soldiers: Agbakoba Sues Army for Enforcement of Soldiers’ Rights

October 9, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN has challenged the decision of the Nigerian Army General Court Martial that convicted and sentenced 12 soldiers to death by firing squad for mutiny and other offences on 16th September, 2014. In Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/708/2014 filed by the…

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Corruption: Waziri, Ex EFCC Boss Gives Uduaghan’s Administration Clean Bill of Health

Corruption: Waziri, Ex EFCC Boss Gives Uduaghan’s Administration Clean Bill of Health

October 9, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mrs. Farida Waziri has commended Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan for running a transparent administration. Speaking at the maiden edition of The Sun Women Leadership Summit in Asaba, Waziri gave the Dr….

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Egugbo's Thanksgiving: Fr. Owakwe Tells Christians To Preach God's Word Without Discrimination

Egugbo's Thanksgiving: Fr. Owakwe Tells Christians To Preach God's Word Without Discrimination

October 9, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

CHRISTIANS have been urged not to discriminate in spreading the words of God and converting sinners. The Associate Priest of the Catholic Church of the Ascension, Rev. Fr. Festus Owakwe made the call Wednesday, October 08, 2014 while delivering a sermon at…

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Obuh's Supporters Hold Victory Prayers Ahead of Delta Guber Polls *Agazuma Urges Steadfastness

Obuh's Supporters Hold Victory Prayers Ahead of Delta Guber Polls *Agazuma Urges Steadfastness

October 7, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The Mayor of Infant Jesus area in Asaba, the Delta state capital, Sir Ben Agazuma has urged all members of the “Tony Obuh (The Chosen One) 2015 Governorship Support Group” to remain steadfast in their determination to rally round Sir Anthony Chuks…

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Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 3) -By Rev. Ken Nwani

Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 3) -By Rev. Ken Nwani

October 6, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Civil servants are the machinery that keeps the government going smoothly. They are the work force of the Government. Without Civil Servant the Government will be at stand still and the economy will crumble. They are the variables of any political appointees….

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Nigerians Charged To Teach Children Indegenious Language

Nigerians Charged To Teach Children Indegenious Language

October 5, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

NIGERIANS have been urged to make the speaking of their indegenious languages compulsory for their children. The Chairman, Title and Culture Commission of the Catholic Arch-Diocese of Onitsha, Rev. Fr. Fidelis Onwudufor made the call Sunday while speaking at the 2014 edition…

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Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 2) -By Rev. Ken Nwani

Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 2) -By Rev. Ken Nwani

October 5, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

His Excellency, GoodLuck Ebele Jonathan and his mission for peace is more explanatory and advisable as follows. To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace. Past Military Government failed the nation. Their concerned was to…

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Eid EL Kabir: Uduaghan Cautions Nigerians Against Bitterness, Hatred

Eid EL Kabir: Uduaghan Cautions Nigerians Against Bitterness, Hatred

October 4, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has appealed to Nigerians to eschew bitterness and hatred and let peace reign in the country as Muslims mark Eid el Kabir. Uduaghan who made the appeal in his Goodwill Message to Muslim faithfuls in the…

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Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 1) -By Rev. Ken. Nwani

Moment of Truth for Peace (Part 1) -By Rev. Ken. Nwani

October 4, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

God will make a way where there seems to be no way……………… Let us approach The Throne of Grace with Confidence so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need Heb. 4:16. The Amalgamation…

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Remi Oyo: There Goes A Media Amazon

Remi Oyo: There Goes A Media Amazon

October 3, 2014February 28, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta state Commissioner for Information, Chike Ogeah Esq. has described the late Mrs. Remi Oyo as an amazon who stood out as a beacon to the women folk and symbolized the triumph of hard work, diligence and patriotism A statement signed by…

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Delta 2015 Governorship Tussle & Argument For Tony Obuh Candidacy

Delta 2015 Governorship Tussle & Argument For Tony Obuh Candidacy

October 3, 2014February 27, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

It is a political truism that the sudden entry of Sir Tony Chuks Obuh, a retired permanent secretary in the Delta State Civil Service is causing political panic among other aspirants and their supporters because of the momentum that he has gathered…

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Ebola Technical Sub-C'ttee Certifies 3 Quarantined Persons Free of EVD In Delta

Ebola Technical Sub-C'ttee Certifies 3 Quarantined Persons Free of EVD In Delta

October 1, 2014 by Blank NEWS Online

The Technical sub-committee of the Delta State Inter-Ministerial Ebola Preparedness and Response Committee said it has successfully carried out three suspected contact tracing of persons coming from Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) prone areas in West Africa. The functioning Permanent Secretary in the…

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