….Urge Oborevwori to Ignore Sapele Okpe Community leaders. ….Accuse Onoriode Temiagin, Azan Friday of character assassination, falsehood. ….Label Uduaghan revered, progressive chief. …Say Chief Edwin Uzor doing the right thing. Community leaders in Delta State on Friday denounced the new height of perfidy in the Niger Delta region. “Leaders of the Sapele Okpe Community recently embarked on a campaign of name calling and misinformation.” They also accused the Sapele Okpe community leaders of concocting lies about the Alema of Warri, High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan and the Special Adviser to the Delta State Governor on Peace Building and Conflict Resolution, Chief Edwin…
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The stage is set for the biggest gathering of local and international entertainers in Lagos. December 13-14, the National Theatre will play host to high-ranking personalities. The country’s commercial nerve centre is expected to have a rendezvous with history. “The National Theatre of Nigeria Annual Festival of Unity will begin on Friday, December 13, 2024, in Lagos” a statement by the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Mr Yunusa Mohammed said. The statement issued in Lagos on Friday said the National Theatre had proved itself a force for the promotion of unity in diversity. “The National Theatre Annual Festival is to…
Notable personalities in Edo State, including leaders of ethnic and youth groups, political parties, former council chairmen and past political appointees on Saturday resolved to build a united front for the September 21 governorship election. “Edo is urgently in need of salvation, purposeful leadership and efficient government. Eight years of wasted opportunities are enough. The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo is a shining example of honesty, humility and quality leadership and will make Edo great, steer the ship of state back to the path of rectitude and progress.” They also declared that “it will be a…
Edo elders on Tuesday outlined the priorities of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo. “We need a governor who cares about public education, health and the environment. We need a governor who cares about women, youths and the elderly. Senator Monday Okpebholo understands Edo voters’ economic struggles and will work every day to make our state a better place to live. We are going to make sure that he is elected governor. We shall make the APC governorship candidate to succeed. This is the project of the Edo people. God willing, we shall succeed.” They also…
Women in Edo State have opted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship flag bearer, Senator Monday Okpebholo, as their candidate of choice in the September 21 election. “We just have a government in Edo State that can’t seem to get the job done.” The women said they found Okpebholo to be credible, patriotic, a true democrat and God-fearing. “We need new, fresh leadership; leadership with big, bold ideas; the kind of leadership that can get things done. Senator Monday Okpebholo will turn things around, transfer power from Government House to the hard-working people across the state.” At a gathering…
Key leaders in Edo South on Saturday said the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, was going to have an easy ride over the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) candidates. “Senator Monday Okpebholo is intellectually sound, results-driven and humble. He attracts youth voters frustrated with high unemployment and lack of opportunity in the state.” They also urged the Edo people not to fall victim to the evil antics of men blinded by unbridled ambition. “Senator Monday Okpebholo is running to keep Edo State safe, wealthy and free. The PDP is a dwindling party in…
The Edo Integrity Group (EIG) on Thursday advised a man parading himself as a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Emmanuel Odigie, to accept God’s arrangement of the destinies of the APC governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa. ‘’Monday Okpebholo is a patriot and the best. He is the talk of Edo State.’’ The group in a statement in Ekpoma described Odigie’s comments on the APC governorship candidate as ‘’ completely strange, reckless and offensive.’’ The statement signed by its Chairman, Pastor Jonathan Omozokpia, said seven and half years of stupidity and malice, unemployment, waste…
Edo State Women on Monday assessed the seven and half years of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administration in the state, saying the ruling party had failed. “A new type of leadership is needed in Edo State. Everything is going Monday Okpebholo’s way. We are standing by him as the state’s best choice to remove the PDP from Edo State Government House.” They also expressed joy about Okpebholo’s honesty and ability to govern Edo State. “Monday Okpebholo is the best man for the job. He is on track to win the September 21 governorship election — and maybe win it…
Recall that in 2021, Shell announced its intention to divest its Nigerian onshore assets due to the incompatibility of its long-term energy transition strategy with the challenges of operations in Nigeria, marked by theft and oil spills. This move has expectedly sparked wide reactions and cast serious doubts in the minds of Niger Deltans on the propriety of the intentions of the IOC given the age-long mutual suspicion between the company and the long-neglected people of the region. The concerns within the region point to deep-rooted suspicion questioning the rationale behind the decision to divest the IOC’s assets to companies…
Youths in Edo State on Saturday explained that the issue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo winning the September 21 governorship election was a foregone conclusion. “There is no alternative to Monday Okpebholo in the September 21 governorship election.” They said Okpebholo’s governorship was an idea whose time had come. “It is time to rescue Edo State from the unstoppable path towards disorder and catastrophe. Monday Okpebholo will usher in change and accountability. Reading from a prepared text on behalf of Esan Youths, community leaders and women on Saturday in Igueben, the President General of Esan Youths…
The Movement for National Reform (MNR) on Friday rationalized its hostility towards the actions of the initiator of a draft bill seeking the restructuring and new model of government in Nigeria, Dr Akin Fapohunda. “The attention of MNR has been drawn to a strident advocacy that seeks to convert an annexure of decree 24 of 1999 to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN). The champion of the said advocacy is Dr. Akin Fapohunda who has zealously offered himself as a consultant to Mr. President by substantiating a draft earlier rumoured in the public and denied by the…
Being the State of the Union Address on the pathway to redemption in Okpe Nation by Prof. O. Igho Natufe, President General, Okpe Union, on the 94th Anniversary of the founding of the Okpe Union at the Headquarters of the Okpe Union, 65 Moshalashi Street, Obalende, Ikoyi, Lagos – May 18, 2024. Greetings. All Protocols Observed Introduction It is my honour and pleasure to welcome you to the 94th Anniversary of the Founding of Okpe Union. I welcome you on behalf of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Okpe Union and of all our members in Nigeria and the…
Former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has been hailed as an extraordinary leader, an epitome of humility, selflessness, patriotism, a perfect gentleman and a leader par excellence. In a congratulatory message on Uduaghan’s 69th birthday, the Alema of Warri and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Webster Group of Companies, High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, expressed his admiration for the former governor’s wisdom, humility and courage. For exceptional leaders and patriots like you, every birthday is a milestone not just because it is a birthday but also because in your particular case, it brings to the fore your fondness…
Key leaders in Delta State on Sunday praised President Bola Tinubu for increasing the reputation of the country’s ruling party in Delta State through the appointment of former Secretary to Delta State Government, Mr Chiedu Ebie and the former speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Monday Igbuya. They also described Tinubu’s actions as wise and good. “This is the best thing that has happened to us. We are very pleased with this development.” In a statement in Asaba, the highly respected leaders urged Igbuya to chart a new direction for the people, provide basic infrastructure and…
In this open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Enajite Enajero, PhD reflects on Nigeria as an economic misnomer for sixty-three years. Read the opinion and share your thoughts. His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President Federal Republic of Nigeria Dear Mr. President, I must first congratulate you for becoming the President of Nigeria. Nigeria is faced with so many challenges. The problem facing Nigeria is not only that of reducing poverty but also that of saving a chunk of humanity by creating the capacity to coalesce the most populous Black Country into the comity of developed nations. Some might think…
A renowned advocate of peace, Barrister Paul Erove, has been described as one of Nigeria’s best. “Barrister Paul Erove was a rare gem, pleasant, well-behaved, and courageous man who strongly believed in law as a tool for unity and growth of society” a statement by the family of Oyabevwe Diegholo, said on Thursday. “The departure of Barrister Paul Erove is painful, and he will be missed by the entire family, friends and colleagues.” A statement in Kokori, Ethiope East Local Government Area, described Paul Erove as a man of principle, a role model to many and unarguable a man of…
The Alema of Warri Kingdom, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, has congratulated the Group Managing Director of Income Electrix Limited, Engineer Matthew Edevbie on the conferment of a Doctor of Science in Engineering (Honoris Causa) on him by the Michael & Cecilia Ibru University. “Engineer Matthew Edevbie has chosen to fill the role of an active pen flowing with ink” Uduaghan stated in Abigborodo, Warri North Local Government. In a statement on Sunday, Uduaghan said the honorary degree conferred on Edevbie was evidence of his commitment to excellence and uplifting of humanity. “The honorary doctorate is a reflection and confirmation of…
Delta Women on Wednesday congratulated Chief Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her victory at the Tribunal. They also praised the tribunal for remaining the protector of the oppressed. A statement issued in Warri by the Delta Women Political Vanguard (DWPV) said Akpoti-Uduaghan’s victory at the tribunal was well deserved as “it is the will of a democratic majority.” “Your victory at the Tribunal shows that the wonderful people of Kogi Central clearly authorized your candidature.” The election petition tribunal sitting in Lokoja declared Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) winner of the February 25 Kogi Central Senatorial election. The statement…
South-South women on Sunday criticized calls for the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio to resign. They also described the Niger Delta Women League (NDWL), former Deputy National Spokesman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Timi Frank and other critics of the Senate President as idle talkers and a bunch of worthless wimps. “We must speak out for reason and balance. Anyone taking a thoroughly objective look at the views of the Niger Delta Women League (NDWL) has to be dismayed and shocked. All sense of logic and balance has been lost.” A statement issued in Port Harcourt by the South-South…
On Monday, a member of the Okumagba Royal Family in Delta State, Prince Louis Okumagba, apologized to the Alema of Warri Kingdom, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, for his comments on Warri land. “I sincerely apologise for dragging the name of the Alema of Warri Kingdom, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, in the mud’’ Louis Okumagba said in a statement entitled ‘’Okumagba: Warri Land Scandal.” Louis Okumagba said he was sorry for his comments. “Everything I mentioned earlier is false and untrue. I regret any embarrassment I might have caused him. I hereby undertake never to bring his name to disrepute,’’ the…