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Newly-established University of Delta, Agbor, Gets Medical School
•The main gate, Delta University, Agbor By Ndubuisi Michaels Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Thursday announced that a contract for the construction of facilities for the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Delta, Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of the state would be awarded in a few weeks.
At Christmas, Peter Obi Urges Christians to Show More Love
•Asks Nigerians to give their best for societal development always By Ndubuisi Michaels Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has called on Christians to show more brotherly love and imbibe the spirit of giving their best for the good of others and for the development of society. Obi made the call in his 2021 Christmas Message to Nigerians.
Chief Ozah, Ogwashi-Uku Philanthropist, Donates 10 Hilux Patrol Trucks to Delta Police
•Chief Ndudi Ozah with the Delta State Commissioner of Police CP Mohammed Ali On Wednesday 15th December 2021, High Chief Jude Ndudi Ozah, the Isagba of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, donated 10 Hilux and other assorted patrol vehicles to the Delta State Police Command. The Isagba of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom was accompanied by the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku, HRM Obi Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II, for the presentation of the vehicles to the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, CP Mohammed Ali.
Abdulsalami Abubakar Lauds Okowa’s Contribution to Peace, Devt in Delta
*Former Head of State and Chairman, National Peace Committee, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (middle), answering questions from journalists shortly after a meeting with Delta Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, (right) in Government House, Asaba on Thursday. On the left is the Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Sokoto and member of the National Peace Committee, Bishop Matthew Kukah, (left).
Okowa Lauds Media Role in Covid-19 Control, Assures on Smarter Delta
*Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa. By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has applauded the Nigerian media for its role in the overall management of Covid-19 pandemic, stressing that advocacy and enlightenment by the media helped to create public awareness.
Okowa Greets Nwogwugwu over 'Most Powerful Female Journalist' Rating
By Ndubuisi Michaels Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has congratulated the Managing Director of Arise Television, Ms Ijeoma Nwogwugwu, on her emergence as the most powerful female journalist in Nigeria. Nwogwugwu was named on the apex position among 25 powerful female journalists in Nigeria in the 2021 list of the Most Powerful Female Journalists in Nigeria by Women in Journalism Africa (WiJAfrica), a global gathering of leading women in the media.
Dakuku Kicks Wike, Says 'Your Refusal to Pay Pensioners Wicked, Irresponsible'
By Ndubuisi Michaels Former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Dr. Dakuku Peterside has called on Governor Nyesom Wike to hearken to the voices of retired senior citizens and pay them all their outstanding entitlements without further delay.
2023: Aniagwu Tasks INEC on Electronic Transmission of Results
* Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu (left) and Delta State Resident Electoral Commissioner Mr Monday Udoh-Tom during an advocacy visit by the latter on the Commissioner at his office in Asaba concerning the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise Tuesday.
Atiku Joins Other Nigerians, Pays Tribute to IBB at 80
By Ndubuisi Michaels Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has described former military President General Ibrahim Babangida as a pillar of unity and a firm believer in one Nigeria. In a goodwill message on the occasion of Babangida’s 80th birthday anniversary on Tuesday, 17th of August, Atiku stated that IBB established a record of an inclusive government that reflected Nigeria’s ethnic and religious diversity.
Peter Obi Says 'No Nigerian Political Leader Deserves any Award of Excellence'
*VP candidate in 2019, and former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi. •Donates N4.5m for Church projects and hospital By Ndubuisi Michaels The Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2019 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has stated that no political leader in Nigeria deserves any award of excellence, considering the general failure of the nation in all fronts due to the mismanagement of national resources, selfishness, greed and wickedness of politicians.
Obi Hailed for Commitment to Better Health Sector, Society
*Former Governor of Anambra State and Vice-Presidential candidate of PDP in 2019 presidential election in Nigeria, Mr. Peter Obi. By Ndubuisi Michaels Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has been praised for what can be described as his unrelenting efforts towards building a better society for all, through his aggressive investments in the health sector of the nation.
NNPC Records ₦43.57Bn Trading Surplus in April
*Malam Mele Kyari, GMD NNPC By Ndubuisi Michaels The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced a trading surplus of ₦43.57bn in April 2021 representing a 23.64% increase over the ₦35.24bn surplus it recorded in the previous month of March 2021. This is contained in the April 2021 edition of the NNPC Monthly Financial and Operations Report (MFOR), according to a press release by the Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs Division of the Corporation, Dr. Kennie Obateru.
Premiere Academy Calls for Probe of Clinic where its Student Died
*Premiere Academy, Lugbe, FCT - Abuja By Ndubuisi Michaels The Management of the Premiere Academy, an upscale, elite secondary school in Lugbe, Abuja, has called for investigation of the medical procedures applied by Queens Clinic, Abuja on her student, Keren Akpagher, who died in controversial circumstances while on admission in the health facility last June. Stella Fawehinmi, Lead Director of the school, made the call on Thursday when she addressed newsmen.
'Udom Wonder' Spreads, Crashes Prices of Garri in Akwa-Ibom
*Gov Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State. By Ndubuisi Michaels It was in 2018 that the people of Akwa Ibom saw what many at that time called the ‘Udom wonder’ when the price of garri was crashed from more than N200 a cup to N100 a cup. For a former top banker it was another move that further crashed the idea that the Governor Udom Emmanuel administration would only be focused on the corn flakes eating elite class in the state.
Don't Use Saraki to Cover Abba Kyari's FBI Indictment, PDP Warns EFCC
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) youths have warned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to desist from harassing the former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki. The PDP youths under the aegis of South-South Youth Vanguard also cautioned the anti-graft agency to beam its anti-corruption searchlight on the appropriate quarters and stop chasing shadows.
Former President Jonathan Celebrates Peter Obi at 60
*Former President Goodluck a (l) and former VP candidate, Mr. Peter Obi. By Ndubuisi Michaels Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has hailed Mr. Peter Obi on the occasion of his 60th birthday, describing him as a sincere patriot, deeply committed to nation building. Obi, who was the Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last general election, marked his 60th birthday on July 19, 2021.
Famous Novelist Chimamanda Adichie Celebrates Peter Obi with Prayers
*Mr. Peter Obi (l) and Chimanda Adichie (r).
Abia Community Accuses Monarch Eze Ogbonna of Corruption
By Ndubuisi Michaels The traditional ruler of Oru Oboro Autonomous Community in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, HRH Eze Ralph Ogbonna, is in the eye of the storm following allegations of corruption, maladministration, injustice and violation of the constitution leveled against him by his community.
Okowa Celebrates as Delta-born Oraka-Onojeje Becomes 1st Black Woman Commander in US Navy
*Navy Commander Hetty Oraka-Onojeje By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta Governor, Senator (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated Navy Commander Hetty Oraka-Onojeje on her promotion to the rank (0-5) in the United States Navy. Oraka-Onojeje, a Nigerian, from Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta, was elevated to her new rank on July 1, 2021, and with the promotion, she reportedly becomes the first black woman to be promoted to that rank in the US Navy.
ANAMBRA 2021 | Court Lifts Order against PDP Guber Candidate Ozigbo
By Ndubuisi Michaels A High Court of Anambra State sitting in Awka Monday cleared Valentine Ozigbo of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) as the party’s governorship flag-bearer in the Nov. 6, 2021 election. The court had on Tuesday 6th July 2021, barred the Ozigbo from parading himself as the party’s candidate ahead of the November 2021 governorship election. An order issued by the Honourable Justice Obiora Nwabunike in suit no.
Fredrick Nwabufo Convenes ‘Journalists for United Nigeria’
By Ndubuisi Michaels Fredrick Nwabufo, journalist and columnist, has convened an ideological and voluntary group for journalists committed to peace-building, national cohesion and progress. According to the columnist, the group named, ‘Journalists for United Nigeria (JUN)’, is strictly non-partisan; not a pressure or lobby group, but a think-factory to connect minds in the media who are committed to a united Nigeria. ‘’I believe, the media possesses some of the brightest minds.
Delta Govt: Nwaoboshi Afraid Okowa's Political Help is Over
*Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State and Senator Peter Nawoboshi... when the going was good. Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu has said that the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi rode to the Senate on the political craftsmanship of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa.
Buhari Media: IPoB Leader's Re-arrest Clear Message to Secessionists, Others
*IPoB leader Nnamdi Kanu...handcuffed! By Ndubuisi Michaels The rearrest of the fugitive secessionist leader Nnamdi Kanu is a clear message of intent from the Muhammadu Buhari administration to anarchists and others bent on waging war against the country. According to the Buhari Media Organization (BMO), this administration has shown clearly that there will be no hiding place anywhere in the world for trouble makers and other enemies of the nation.
Peter Obi again Decries 'High Level of Corruption'
•FILE: Mr Peter Obi (left) with Most Rev David Okechukwu Onuoha (right) at Ehime Mbano, Imo State during the bishop’s Post Presentation Thanksgiving Service and Reception. *Renews call for prayers By Ndubuisi Michaels Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, decrying the level of corruption in the country, has stated that he will continue to call on Nigerians to pray for divine intervention in the nation.
Asaba Declaration: No Apologies to Anyone on Open Grazing Ban, Restructuring, Says Okowa
*L-R: Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo; Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor, Moses Ekpo; Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Ebonyi’s David Omahi, Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti, Chairman, Southern Governors Forum and Govenor of Ondo, Rotimi Akeredolu; Senator Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, Nyesom Wike of Rivers, Babajide Sanwolu of Lagos, Enugu State’s Ifeanyi Ugwanyi, Imo Deputy Governor, Placid Njoku; Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia in a...
Delta Govt: 'Returned £4.2m' Ibori Loot 'Not in Our Coffers Yet'
*FILE: Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (left) and former Governor of Delta State, Chief James Ibori (right) while on a condolence visit to Governor Okowa on the death of Pa Arthur Okorie Okowa at Owa-Alero, Delta State.31/1/21. PIX: JIBUNOR SAMUEL. By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta State Government on Wednesday said it had not received from the Federal Government the 4.2 million pounds returned by the United Kingdom.
Okowa Shakes N'Assembly, Says Nigeria Needs New Constitution, Not Amendment
*Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (4th right); his Deputy, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro (4th left); Senator James Manager (3rd right); Senator Biobarakuma Degi (3rd left); Senator Matthew Urhoghide (2nd left); Senator Francis Alimikhena (2nd right); Senator Moses Cleopas (right) and Speaker, Delta state house of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori,(left)during a courtesy call by the Senate sub- Committee on review of the 1999 Constitution on the Governor in Government House, Asaba. Wednesday.
Okowa: My Dissolved Cabinet Already a 'Distraction to Governance'
*Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (right), addressing Journalists during his 2021 quarterly media briefing held in Government House, Asaba. Wednesday PIX: BRIPIN ENARUSAI By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Wednesday said he dissolved the state’s Executive Council to check distraction in governance. The governor gave the explanation in Asaba at his quarterly media interaction with journalists in Delta.
Okowa in Surprise Move Sacks State Executive Council
*Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa. By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa on Tuesday dissolved the State Executive Council shortly after the Council’s meeting presided over by him. Also affected by the dissolution are Special Advisers, the Secretary to State Government, Senior Political Adviser, Chief Strategist of the government and the Chief of Staff.
Jonathan to Leaders: Do Not Use Your Position to Punish the Citizens
*Former President, Dr GoodLuck Jonathan (middle); Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (left); his Edo courterpart, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (2nd left); Pastor Charles Osazuwa (2nd right) and his wife, Deborah, at the 50th Birthday Thanksgiving Service for Charles Osazuwa at Rock of Ages Christian Assembly International, Benin City. Sunday. *PHOTO: JIBUNOR SAMUEL.
Killings, etc: Okowa Insists Southern Governors Resolutions Best for Nigeria - METROWATCH
*L-R: Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo; Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor, Moses Ekpo; Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Ebonyi’s David Omahi, Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti, Chairman, Southern Governors Forum and Govenor of Ondo, Rotimi Akeredolu; Senator Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, Nyesom Wike of Rivers, Babajide Sanwolu of Lagos, Enugu State’s Ifeanyi Ugwanyi, Imo Deputy Governor, Placid Njoku; Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia in a...
Lagos Pledges to Put Recovered Iganmu Underbridge into Immediate Use
*The Iganmu Underbridge in Lagos after it was recovered from Squatters. By Ndubuisi Michaels The Chairman of Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Taskforce), CSP Shola Jejeloye has disclosed that Lagos State Government would put Iganmu Underbridge to good use immediately. CSP Jejeloye, said this after peacefully dislodging squatters and removing shanties as well as abandoned vehicles from the sprawling area.
Insecurity: Southern Governors Shun Politics, Ban Open Grazing in All 17 States
*L-R: Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo; Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor, Moses Ekpo; Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Ebonyi’s David Omahi, Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti, Chairman, Southern Governors Forum and Govenor of Ondo, Rotimi Akeredolu; Senator Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, Nyesom Wike of Rivers, Babajide Sanwolu of Lagos, Enugu State’s Ifeanyi Ugwanyi, Imo Deputy Governor, Placid Njoku; Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia in a...
Plot to Blackmail Peter Obi as IPoB Sponsor Uncovered
By Ndubuisi Michaels Vice Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2019 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over a leaked plot to blackmail him. Obi raised the alarm in a statement issued at the weekend by his Media Office, signed by his Special Adviser, Mr. Valentine Obienyem. “The present effort to blackmail Mr. Obi is by some prominent Nigerians, including a present Governor in the South-East.
Osinbajo to Inaugurate FRSC Training School in Delta Today
*Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu (2nd right), his Housing counterpart, Chief Festus Ochonogor (left), and the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Mr. Nduka Omodon (right), during an inspection tour of the Federal Road Safety Training school,Owa Alero, Ika North East, ahead of its inauguration LGA. PIX: BRIPIN ENARUSAI.
Osinbajo Inaugurates FRSC School in Delta, Rallies Nigerians against Secession Proponents
*Vice President Yemi Osinbajo (4th right); cutting the tape to inaugurate FRSC Marshal Inspectorate Training School, Owa-Alero, Delta State, built by Delta State Government.
Okowa Tasks FG on Gas Revolution Industrial Park
Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (2nd left), in an interview with journalists shortly after his Inspection of the Ogheye Floating market being built by his administration, his Deputy, Barr. Kingsley Otuaro (2nd right), member representing Warri Federal constituency, Rt. Hon Thomas Ereyitomi (left), and the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, Friday. LGA. PIX: RIPIN ENARUSAI.
Okowa to Buhari: We're Tired of Waiting for NDDC Forensic Audit Report
By Ndubuisi Michaels Delta Governor and Chairman of South-South Governors’ Forum, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Thursday called on President Muhammadu Buhari to reconstitute the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) without further delay. He also said the South-south region and the Niger Delta have been expecting the report of the forensic audit, now taking too long to come and asked that the EFCC be brought in to prosecute offenders; the board be constituted as prescribed by law.
Delta Threatens to Revoke C-of-O of 'Land Not Put to Proper Use'
*Delta Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu (middle); Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika (right) and Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Comrade Nelson Egwuare, during a Post Exco Press Briefing in Government House, Asaba. PIX: JIBUNOR SAMUEL.
Peter Obi as Anambra Gov was Energiser of Manufacturers, Says Industrialist
*VP candidate in 2019, and former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi. By Ndubuisi Michaels An industrialist and founder of Modern Living Products Limited, Chief Martin Udeaja, has eulogised former Governor of Anambra State and 2019 Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Peter Obi, for his visible contributions to the small business sector of the state and beyond.
Offer Prayers for Nigeria at Ramadan, Peter Obi Charges Islamic Faithful
•PHOTO: Obi making his presentation at the retreat for Bayelsa State Cabinet Members in Uyo By Ndubuisi Michaels The Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has called on Islamic faithful in the country to use the holy period of Ramadan and offer special prayers for Nigeria, currently facing challenges at many fronts.
Okowa: We'll Provide Facilities for Take-off of Delta's 3 New Varsities
*Delta Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa (middle); Prof. Epiphany Azinge (2nd left); Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Patrick Muoboghare (right); Vice Chancellor, Delta State University,Abraka, Prof. Andy Egwuyenga (2nd right) and project Consultant, Arch. Kesta Ifeadi, explaining the architectural design to the Governor during his Inspection of the on-going building Projects at the Faculties of Agric and Environmental sciences at the Denis Osadebe University, Asaba Campus. Tuesday.
ANAMBRA 2021 | Reward Faithful Party Members, Secondus-led NWC Charged
PDP National Chairman, Prince Uche Secondus...praying for God's intervention to save his job. By Ndubuisi Michaels Ahead of Anambra governorship election Scheduled for November 6, 2021, Prince Uche Secondus-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been charged to reward faithful party members.
Don't Gag Subordinates, Okowa Charges New Permanent Secretaries - METROWATCH
*Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, governor, Delta State. Delta Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has advised permanent secretaries in the state not to gag subordinates and hinder free flow of ideas that will ensure proper coordination and growth of the civil service. Okowa gave the charge on Tuesday while swearing in 12 new permanent secretaries and Auditor-General, Local Government, at Government House, Asaba.
OWERRI PRISON UPDATE | 1,844 Inmates Forcefully Released by Gunmen, Says Controller-General
*The prison facility after the attack. By Ndubuisi Michaels One thousand, eight hundred and forty-four inmates of Owerri Custodial Centre were forcefully released on Sunday night by gunmen who attacked the facility with heavy munitions. This was contained in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Francis Enobore. He said: “The Owerri Custodial Centre in Imo State has been attacked by unknown gunmen and forcefully released a total of 1,844 inmates in custody.
Delta's Former Gov, Sam Obi, Dies Suddenly in Asaba
By Ndubuisi Michaels A former acting governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sam Obi, is dead. He died today in Asaba, the state capital, of undisclosed circumstance. Until his death, he was the General Overseer of Oracle of God Ministry, Asaba.
Peter Obi Mourns Yinka Odumakin, Says He was a Committed Change Agent
*Late Mr. Yinka Odumakin. By Ndubuisi Michaels The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2019 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed deep pain over the death, on Saturday, of Afenifere Spokeman, Mr. Yinka Odumakin. Describing it as a personal loss in view of his closeness to late Odumakin and his wife, Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin, Obi said in a statement on Saturday evening: “Yinka was one of the most committed change agents in Nigeria.
Ogun Gov Inaugurates Amotekun, Names Soyinka Super Marshal
By Ndubuisi Michaels Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has inaugurated the state’s wing of the South-West Joint Security Outfit known as, “Amotekun”, with a declaration that the outfit was not meant to compete with other security agencies, but to further strength the security apparatus of the State.
Tinubu Colloquium: Democracy Not Just about Election But Minority Rights, Says Prof Rodrik
*Insists national cohesion critical to economic devt By Ndubuisi Michaels A Ford Foundation Professor of International Political Economy at Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government, Dani Rodrik, has provoked a fresh debate about democracy saying it is not only about elections but protecting the rights of the minority, including the rights of the ethinic and religious minorities.
JUST IN | Libel: MFM/Olukoya Registers N500m Damages against Maureen Badejo in UK High Court of Justice
By Ndubuisi Michaels A United Kingdom High Court of Justice has registered the N500 million damages entered in favour of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries and the church’s general overseer, Dr. Daniel Olukoya, by an Ogun State High Court against Maureen Badejo – a UK-based blogger. The judgment was registered today, Tuesday, March 30, 2021. By this development, the judgement of the Hon. Justice A. A.
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