From Chukwudi Asoya: The Diokpa of Umudike Isieke village in Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, Onowu Onwordi Louis, has charged parents to always be law abiding and inculcate discipline in their children and wards at all times as…
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the private sector forms an integral half of the crucial foundation that holds the Nigerian government. He noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to creating an environment that fosters entrepreneurship…
–By Michael J. Ekokoruwe: The president of Isoko Christian Association Nigeria, Apostle Dr. Thomson Oki, yesterday urged christians of Isoko South and North to pray towards the successful completion of the National secretariat of the Christian Association of Nigeria (C.A.N) building. Apostle…
-By Austen Akhagbeme: A 38-year-old man named Kenneth Ifeloa, arrived in Benin-city today on a five-day journey on foot from Auchi, Etsako-West local government area of Edo state, to show support for the governorship aspirations of Dr Azemhe Azena, a foremost Labour…
-From SUNNY A. DAVID: Prof. Charles Soludo, Governor of Anambra State has stated that he has not borrowed a kobo despite the approval by the State 7th Assembly to do so. The Governor made the declaration while presenting the 2024 draft budget…
Delta State Government, Tuesday, said it would prosecute anybody who constructs speed breakers on roads in the state without approval from the state Ministry of Works. The Commissioner for Works in charge of Rural and Riverine Roads, Mr. Charles Aniagwu disclosed this…
Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) on Tuesday November 21, 2023 inducted seven new members into the forum The induction ceremony was held at the Ministry of Information conference hall with seven new members joining the forum as news publishers. In his opening…
The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Dr Ogbonnaya Orji has called for the creation of special squadron to ward off threat and insecurity at various mining sites in Nigeria and elsewhere in West Africa. In his keynote…
-From Michael Ekokoruwe: The president general of Oleh Community Development Union, Comr. Chief Believe Alakri, has dissolved and constituted new members for Oleh Youth wing and town planning committee of the union. The statement signed by Comrade Chief Believe Alakri stated that,…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his Bayelsa counterpart, Senator Douye Diri on his re-election in Saturday’s Governorship election in the State. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, on Monday, Oborevwori described…
The traditional ruler of Ubulu-Unor kingdom, in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State, Obi Henry Kikachukwu, has said the exposure and educational background of some present day traditional rulers have added significant value to traditional institution. Obi Kikachukwu, while interacting…
-By Rosemary Moribirin: Since his assumption of office as the Chief of Air Staff about 140 days, Air Marshal (AVM) Hassan Bala Abubakar have been marked by significant accomplishments, underscoring his commitment to transforming the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and fortifying the…
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Retd) and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta state have stated that for Nigeria to defeat the twin evil of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, Nigerians must…
–By Festus Ahon: Since his emergence as Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has never hidden his intention to develop the twin cities of Warri and Effurun alongside other parts of the state. During the maiden State Executive Council (EXCO)…
The Lift Above Poverty Organization (LAPO) has reiterated the position of the Federal Ministry of Budget and National Economic Planning that the private sector is critical to driving the economic growth and overall development of Nigeria. The organization declared that the Minister…
A communiqué issued at the end of the 30th Annual LAPO Development Forum held on Thursday, October 19th, 2023 at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua International Conference Centre, Abuja. Theme: “The Role Of Non-State Actors In National Development: A Case Study Of Lift…
-By Dennis Otu: Warri, the once thriving oil-rich city in Delta State, has been plagued by neglect and disorganization in recent years. The departure of multinational companies left the city in a state of decay, with its young population struggling with homelessness…
-From CHUKWUDI ASOYA/ MAGNUS EMUJI: The Chairman, leaders and stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Okpanam have congratulated the Director -General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, Chief Patrick Ukah on his appointment. In a statement on behalf…
-By Pastor Joseph Obaro Ikupa: Q: Can I meet you? A: My name is Dr. Clifford Imade Omozeghian Esq. I am a legal practitioner and by the grace of God, the current Worldwide President of Ambrose Alli University Alumni Association. Q: How…
-From MAGNUS EMUJI: Delta State Government (DTSG) has reiterated its resolve to sustain efforts in the area of projects and activities towards improving the teaching and learning environment in the state. The Permanent Secretary in the State Ministry of Basic and Secondary…
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads) Comrade Reuben Izeze says the state government was consolidating infrastructural renewal in Asaba, other urban and rural centres across the state. Speaking during inspection of reconstruction and expansion of road and drainage at…
World Shoe has announced the opening of its inaugural factory to produce the first antimicrobial, eco-friendly footwear brand manufactured in Africa. The production launch represents a collaborative effort among public, private, and civil service sectors to provide high-quality, low-cost products for retail…
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has signed a deal to contribute $20 million USD towards the “Constructing and Equipping of Secondary Schools” project in Tajikistan. SFD Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, signed today a new development loan agreement with the…
–From SUNNY A. DAVID: The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has advocated for unity and understanding among Christians of different denominations, with the aim of achieving a shared vision and mission. Prof Soludo made the call when he received…
Youth leadership nurturing and activism in Nigeria have received a massive boost with Luminate contributing to Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) The NYFF Project, initiated in 2021, is a five-year initiative funded by the MacArthur Foundation and Ford Foundation and implemented by…
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has said that with three professors now in charge of Borno’s health sector, it is either the sector is repositioned now or never. Zulum stated this on Friday when he received the Health Minister, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate,…
The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Nigeria and U.S. government Prosper Africa and Power Africa initiatives, are hosting an investor roadshow from October 9-13 to expose U.S. investors to investment opportunities and the investment…
German-Nigeria trade volume hit €3 billion in 2022, the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annett Günther, said on Thursday. Speaking during a parley with media in Abuja, the ambassador revealed that Germany’s main export to Nigeria are machines (28%), food products 20% and…
The French Embassy has announced the launch the of Lagos-Paris Fashion & Design Accelerator, a 9-months programme (from October 2023 to June 2024) aimed toward supporting 10 high-potential Nigerian brands within the fashion and design ecosystem. According to a statement on Thursday,…
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has advocated for the establishment of a Health Development Bank of Nigeria to tackle the perennial challenges facing the nation’s health sector The non governmental organisation (NGO) made the call on Thursday at an advocacy engagement…
-By Albert Ograka: Delta State Government has commented members of the Delta Online Publishers Forum, (DOPF) for their consistent and unwavering support of the M.O.R.E agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration. Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Comrade Felix Ofou, expressed…
The Governor of Delta State, Rt.Hon.Sheriff F.O Oborevwori has formally approved the appointment of the following persons as members of the Delta State Advisory and Peace Building Council. Prof. Sam Oyovbaire -Chairman Chief Dr. Chris Agbobu H.E Chief BSC Elue Chief Nkem…
The Federal Government has promised harnessing the potential of an aging population, assuring of its commitment to improve the quality of life and well being of Nigerians. The assurance was given on Tuesday by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation,…
-BY DENNIS OTU: The Principal Medical Officer of the Ubulu -Uku General Hospital, in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State, Dr Adigwe Kingsley has commended the State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori for providing the hospital with medical equipment, saying…
-By Fortune Abang: Nigeria’s strategic partnership with China has continued to attract tangible development since inception of the formal establishment of Nigeria-China diplomatic relations on Feb. 10, 1971.Over the years, both countries worked closely together, particularly in celebration of their respective independence…
-By CHUKWUDI ASOYA/MAGNUS EMUJI: The imediate past Senior Special Assistant (SSA,) in the administration of the former Governor of Delta State in the office of the Secretary to the State Government, Amb. Sir Felix Ideh, has lauded Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for…
The Director General National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Mustapha Habib Ahmed has unveiled the Agency’s Service Charter in line with SERVICOM to entrench efficiency and accountability in delivery of its mandates. The DG NEMA was joined by the National Coordinator of SERVICOM,…
The Neo Black Movement (NBM) of Africa, a global humanitarian organization, has put smiles on the faces of many orphans from two orphanage homes in Asaba and its environs. The orphanage homes visited by members of the NBM of Africa, Asaba branch,…
-By Albert OGRAKA, Editor: The birthday anniversary celebration of the immediate past Managing Director/CEO of Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Bashorun Askia Ogieh, FCNA, CrFA on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 was glamorous and memorable, as people from all walks…
The sector commander Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) RS 5.2 Delta state CC. Udeme Bassey Eshiet has urged drivers/ road users to be conscious of their driving as we entered the EMBER months. The commander stated this at the 2023 EMBER months…
