Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi, has described the death of Ado Wakili, lawmaker representing Burra state constituency in the state assembly, as a great loss.

According to NAN, Wakili died on Friday after a brief illness.

Mohammed in a statement on Sunday issued by Suleman Damban, his director of press affairs, said Wakili will be remembered for his contributions to Bauchi state.

He called on Wakili’s family, friends and members of his constituency to ensure his legacies are sustained.

“On behalf of my family, the government and the good people of Bauchi state, I express my deep condolences to members of his immediate family, speaker and entire members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly,” Mohammed said.

“My condolences also go to the Ningi Emirate Council and the entire people of Bauchi state.

“I hereby urge you all to bear the loss with fortitude and pray that God Almighty will accept his soul, comfort his loved ones, forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljanna Firdaus.”

Similarly, Abubakar Suleiman, Bauchi Assembly Speaker, described Wakili as a dependable colleague, elder statesman and a father for all.

“We lost a father, colleague and great partner at a time when his constituency, the honourable house and the state need his fatherly contributions the most,” Suleiman said.

“On behalf of the honourable members and staff of the house, I send my deep condolences to his family, the good people of Burra constituency and Ningi local government area.”

Chief Emamusi Obiodeh has felicitated with Delta State Governor, His Excellency (Rt.Hon)Sheriff F.O Oborevwori on his 60th birthday anniversary, expressing deep appreciation to God for the unending favour which the Lord has accorded the Governor.

Speaking with newsmen in Asaba, the State Capital, Chief Emamusi Obiodeh wished Governor Oborevwori good health and Solomonic wisdom to pilot the affairs of the State in peace, tranquillity, and unprecedented prosperity, on his 60th birthday anniversary on Monday, June 19th 2023.

According to Chief Obiodeh, the Governor has every reason to celebrate on such an auspicious occasion, considering his giant strides since his time in politics, saying very few individuals can boast of such unprecedented achievements.

Speaking further, Chief Obiodeh used the opportunity to assure Deltans that in due time, Deltans will be very proud of the mandate and the confidence reposed in Governor Oborevwori as the MORE AGENDA unfolds by leaps and bounds.

He said Governor Oborevwori needs the support and prayers of all Deltans as he is still settling down and putting arrangements in place to advance Delta State to the next level,imploring Deltans and residents to keep hope alive.

Obiodeh therefore called on everyone to show maximum solidarity and patience to the nascent administration of the celebrant so as to ensure that the landmark projects, and empowerment which the Governor has promised during the campaigns are judiciously distributed across the State.

By: Celestine Ukah 

The yearly spiritual upliftment program tagged 5 nights of Answers is set to begin at Shalom Baptist Church located off pipeline Road, Ekpan, Uvwie LGA near Warri Delta State.

The theme for this year 2023 which is the 9th edition is titled,:”By His Light” text taken from the Bible book of (Gen.1:3;John 1:5.), program commences Monday 19 June to climax Friday 23 June 2023 at 6:30pm daily.

Pst. Opate Bright 

According to the Host Pastor and Minister in charge of Shalom Baptist Church Ekpan, PST. Opate Bright gave brief insight about the program,, disclosing that 5 nights of Answers began in 2015 with the theme: By His Fire, 2016 was By His Glory, 2017 By His Spirit, 2018 By His Word, 2019 By His Anointing, 2020 By His Power,
2021 By His Grace and
2022 By His Hand.

PST Bright added that this year’s edition is going to be awesome, the Man of God encouraged believers to attend the program with expectation of what they want God to do for them as God is ever ready to answer prayers and to heal the state and the country.

2023 5 nights of answers will feature Shalom Voices ministering in songs, other guests artist and other anointed ministers of God.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has identified persons and groups planning to stage campaigns of calumny against it and the Government over the suspension and investigation of Mr Godwin Emefiele. Such groups intend to gather at different points in Abuja and Lagos in the coming week with placards depicting the Service and Government in bad light as well as calling for the immediate release of Emefiele. The Service is, therefore, aware of a cheap propaganda aimed at demotivating and distracting it from professionally executing the onerous responsibilities assigned to it.

It has also noted the misleading commentaries, speculative narratives, storylines and videos being circulated in the social media by uninformed parties, critics and/or desperadoes. It is mindful of orchestrations to infiltrate its fold for the purpose of using disloyal staff for subversive aims against its leadership. While these efforts are considered as hatchet jobs designed to distract, the Service warns the plotters to desist forthwith from their plans. This is more so that the arrow heads are already under watch and will be apprehended when and if it becomes necessary.

It is instructive to state that the Service had granted the family of Emefiele, medical officials and appropriate persons access to him, right from the day he was taken in and long before the court order requesting so. The Service implements Standard Operating Procedures on Suspect Handling and Investigation to the latter. It conducts its affairs transparently, professionally and respects the rule of law in compliance with democratic governance.

For the avoidance of doubt, it assures of its professionalism in the current matter(s) under its purview. It will, however, not be distracted or intimidated.

Peter Afunanya PhD, fsi
Public Relations Officer
Department of State Services
National Headquarters
Abuja.
17th June, 2023.

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Editor of Vanguard Media Limited, Mr. Eze Anaba, on his election as President of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE).

Anaba was elected at the 2023 National Biennial Convention of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE), holding in Owerri, the Imo State capital.

He succeeded Mr. Mustapha Isah of the Silverbird Group, whose tenure just ended. Anaba polled 250 votes to defeat his only opponent, Bolaji Adebiyi, formerly of Thisday Newspapers, who scored 81 votes.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Oborevwori congratulated Mr Anaba for a well-deserved victory, adding that with his contributions to the Guild as Social and Publicity Secretary, he was destined to clinch the coveted seat.

The Governor lauded the theme of the Convention- “Post 2023 Election: Promoting Professionalism for Enhancement of Democracy and Good Governance,” saying it was apt and a good agenda setting for enhancement of democracy and good governance by National and Sub-National governments in the Country.

Oborevwori noted that the entire members of the Guild deserved accolades for electing Mr Anaba as President due to his invaluable and significant contributions to the journalism profession.

He further described Anaba as a role model who has proved his mettle in the profession, adding that his election was an inspiration to other journalists striving to make a name in the profession.

The Governor said: “On behalf of the Government and people of Delta State, I congratulate you, Mr Eze Anaba, on your election as President of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE).

“It is my prayer that you will bring your robust wealth of experience in media management and huge contacts in the public and private sectors to bear, not only in advancing the course of the Guild, but the journalism profession in general”.

Delta Council For Islamic Affairs, DSCIA, the umbrella body in charge of the Muslims in the state has wholeheartedly congratulated His Excellency, Rt Hon, Sheriff Oborevwori the executive Governor of Delta State and the recently elected and sworn in Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor as well the new Secretary to the Delta State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu.

The Delta State Council for Islamic Affairs in their goodwill message Friday June 16, 2023 is also felicitating with all members of the DTHA, Delta State National Assembly members inaugurated and others, they are wishing them a prosperous tenure of development representation.

Vice President General of Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA and Chairman Delta State Council for Islamic Affairs, DSCIA, Sheikh Yahaya Mohammed Ufuoma assured Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Muslims support to ensuring his administration’s success as well contribute meaningfully to the advancement of the state.

Sheik Yahaya Mohammed Ufuoma used the opportunity to call on Muslims to corporate with the government to ensure peace and security in the state.

According to the congratulatory message to the Delta State government by the Delta State Council for Islamic Affairs, DSCIA, signed by the Chairman Delta State Council for Islamic Affairs, DSCIA, Sheikh Yahaya Mohammed Ufuoma and Secretary General of Delta state Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Ahmed Alakpa, reads thus,,:

“We are also using this medium to call on all the Muslims in the state to cooperate with the new government and be a law abiding Muslims in the state, as been stated in the Qur’an chapter 4:59, Allah the Almighty said: “…obey Allah and his messenger (prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him ) and those in authorities”

They also urged the government to continually support the group and improve on welfare of members and the people as they are ready to partner the government to do more for all irrespective of religion and tribe.

The Executive Council of Warri South Local Government, has refuted speculations in social media platforms of planned closure of Igbudu Market, Warri on Saturday June 17.

Chairman of Warri South Local Government Area, Dr. Michael E. Tidi, in a statement released Friday June 16, averred that the Council had to make the clarification, following repeated inquiries from traders and other critical stakeholders.

Dr. Tidi, asserted that the right of passage of the Ovie of Agbarha, Warri, HRM London Orhifi Ememoh II, slated for tomorrow, Saturday June 17, does not pose any security threat to traders in Igbudu Market and customers intending to carry out their usual purchases.

Whilst restating his administration’s resolve to sustain the support of traditional institutions in Warri South Local Government Area, Dr. Tidi, emphasized that unwarranted closure of markets and other business concerns at this time when people are struggling with the economic difficulties heightened by the removal of fuel subsidy, was unnecessary.

President Bola Tinubu Thursday June 15, 2023 has approved the appointment of the following as Special Advisers:

See their names and portfolios:

1.Mr. Dele Alake

Special Adviser, Special Duties, Communications and Strategy

2. Mr. Yau Darazo

Special Adviser, Political and Intergovernmental Affairs

3. Mr. Wale Edun

Special Adviser, Monetary Policies

4. Mrs. Olu Verheijen

Special Adviser, Energy

5. Mr. Zachaeus Adedeji

Special Adviser, Revenue

6. Mr. Nuhu Ribadu

Special Adviser, Security

7. Mr. John Ugochukwu Uwajumogu

Special Adviser, Industry, Trade and Investment.

8. Dr (Mrs.) Salma Ibrahim Anas

Special Adviser, Health.