President Tinubu Suspends Bawa Indefinitely From Office As EFCC Chairman
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,GCFR, has approved the indefinite suspension from office of Mr. AbdulRasheed Bawa, CON, as the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to allow for proper investigation into his conduct while in office.
2. This follows weighty allegations of abuse of office levelled against him.
3. Mr Bawa has been directed to immediately handover the affairs of his office to the Director, Operations in the Commission, who will oversee the affairs of the Office of the Chairman of the Commission pending the conclusion of the investigation.
Former member of Delta State Executive Council, Hon. Johnbull Atse Edema, says the emergence of the member representing Warri South – West Constituency, Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor as Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, will breathe life into governance in the state.
Edema, who hinged his position on the ” humility and youthfulness ” of Rt. Hon. Guwor, stated that the new Delta State Speaker, has an exceptional listening ability ” needed to lead the state legislature and come up with innovations, capable of strengthening executive – legislative relationship and ultimately fast – track people – driven governance.”
Hon. Johnbull Edema
The immediate past Commissioner, Bureau for Special Duties, who made the assertion last night, while felicitating with Rt. Hon. Guwor, averred that as former Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party in Warri South – West Local Government Area, he had the privilege of relating closely with party leaders in the area, including Rt. Hon. Guwor, hence his belief that members of the State House of Assembly, chose the right person as Speaker.
Whilst rallying support for Rt. Hon. Guwor, Hon. Edema, asked Deltans to de – emphasize ethnic sentiment and set achievable targets for the new government in the state.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has felicitated with media guru and Publisher of Vanguard Media Limited, Mr Sam Amuka-Pemu on his 88th birth anniversary.
He said that Amuka-Pemu, an illustrious son and elder Statesman from Delta is a renowned media practitioner with lofty accomplishments.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, on Tuesday in Asaba, Oborevwori commended the renowned Journalist and newspaper owner for his contributions to nation-building.
He said that Amuka-Pemu’s contributions to the Nigerian press was indelible and amply demonstrated, not only in the growth of his newspaper, but also on his ethical positions on issues of corruption, good governance and the rule of law.
“With an impressive record as a renowned Journalist and publisher spanning over fifty years, Uncle Sam as he is fondly called, remains one of the oldest practicing media professionals in Nigeria.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of Delta, I congratulate our father, leader and elder Statesman of inestimable value, Mr Sam Amuka-Pemu on the occasion of his 88th birth anniversary.
“Over the years, you have given yourself to the course of reshaping the dynamics of journalism in Nigeria with your incisive editorials, accurate news publications and balanced reporting and for this, we owe you an enduring debt of gratitude.
“It is my pleasure to join your family, friends and well-wishers in thanking Almighty God for His continued guidance, protection and provision for you in the past 88 years.
“Your life has been marked with great forthrightness, outstanding patriotism and accomplished service to humanity and nation-building,” Oborevwori stated.
Governor Oborevwori wished the Vanguard Publisher many more years of good health and continuous service to Nigeria, adding that his life remains an inspiration to many Nigerians in all facets of life.
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON as she clocks 69 years on June 13.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor described Okonjo-Iweala, an illustrious Deltan from Ogwashi-Uku, and first female Director-General and first African to head the global trade body as an epitome of integrity, professionalism and a huge role model to the girl-child.
He lauded the WTO boss for her ennobling and outstanding accomplishments in the service of Nigeria and the global finance industry.
Oborevwori said that Okonjo-Iweala made remarkable contributions to the development of Nigeria’s economy, as a two-time finance minister.
Oborevwori celebrated Okonjo-Iweala for her brilliance and competence as a world-class economist and international development expert whose impeccable work over the years had given her global acclaim.
“As a State and nation, we remain very proud of your antecedents which had earned you numerous awards and recognition over the years.
“You brought several innovations when you served as Finance Minister under President Olusegun Obasanjo and President Goodluck Jonathan.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of Delta, I congratulate you, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, CFR on the occasion of your 69th birth anniversary.
“I join your family, global colleagues and associates, friends and well-wishers to thank Almighty God for your life which has been evidently blessed with sterling accomplishments and amazing fulfillment.
“As you celebrate, it is my prayer that Almighty God blesses you with good health and many more years of happiness and contributions to the global economy,” Oborevwori added.
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo on their emergence as presiding officers of the 8th Delta Assembly.
Oborevwori while congratulating the leaders, reiterated his readiness to partner with the legislature to ensure full implementation of his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda.
He stated this when he received the new Speaker, his deputy and their spouses on a courtesy visit to him at Government House, Asaba.
The governor who underscored the importance of executive- legislative relations in a constitutional democracy, said he would leverage on his experience as a former speaker of the State House of Assembly to ensure continued partnership with the legislature.
Oborevwori who expressed confidence in the ability of the 8th Assembly to meet the expectations of Deltans, said; “I have no doubt in my mind that the 8th Assembly will perform very well.
“The returning members that we served together are very experienced, knowledgeable and have the capacity to do well.”
He advised the new leadership to carry all members along and work for the unity of the state, saying, “you are first among equals and you are a witness to how I was able to manage the 6th and 7th Assembly as the longest serving Speaker of the State House of Assembly.
“Manage your colleagues very well and you will have no problems with them. Delta State is a peaceful state and we will continue to remain united for the peace and progress of this state.
“As we have promised Deltans, we will run a transparent administration with full adherence to separation of powers and we will continue to partner together to advance this state to greater heights,” Oborevwori said.
Earlier, Guwor had told the Governor that they were in his office to inform him of their emergence as presiding officers of the 8th Assembly.
He assured the Governor of the continued support and cooperation of the House to his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda.
Guwor said: “We thank God for the opportunity to lead Delta and for granting us the opportunity to become Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 8th Delta State House of Assembly.
“First we thank God and our constituents who made it possible for us to be elected to represent them and we also thank our colleagues who found us worthy to be presiding officers of the House.
“We want to assure you that as leaders of the 8th Assembly the legislature will have a robust relationship with the Executive Arm to ensure that your M.O.R.E. Agenda is implemented fully.
“As the immediate past Speaker of the House, you already know the workings of the House more than we do because you served for six years.
“We want to assure you and all Deltans that we will not fail in our responsibilities to serve the people of the state. We will listen and do more just like you have promised Deltans.
“We will not be a rubber stamp neither will we be antagonistic to the executive, but we will work with the executive and not for the executive, we will have a symbiotic relationship for the general good of Deltans.
“I was in the 7th Assembly and I witnessed how you carried every member along and there was no discrimination, we all worked in unison and I will borrow a leaf from your leadership,” Guwor stated.
Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has been elected Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly.
Guwor, who represents Warri South West Constituency, was elected unopposed on Tuesday June 13, 2023 at the inauguration of the 8th Assembly.
Members of the 8th assembly were inaugurated by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the immediate -past Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly.
Areanewsng.com understands that Guwor was awarded the Best Performing Lawmaker of the 7th Assembly at the Merit and Honorary Awards, MAHA 2023.
Rt. Hon. Guwor received the honour alongside Senator Ovie Omo-Agege and Rev. Francis Waive, who emerged Best Performing Senator and House of Representatives Member respectively.
Meanwhile, Olorogun Arthur Akpowowo of Ethiope East Constituency was elected Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly.
The Senator Representing Akwa Ibom State in the 10th Senate and former governor of Akwa Ibom state Godswill Akpabio has won the Senate president position in the Senate.
He defeated his rival Senator Abdulaziz Yari former governor of Zamfara State to emerge in a very transparent and Democratic conducted election by lawmakers .
Areanewsng com will provide our esteem readers with more details as things unfolds in the Senate
The former Director General of the Nigerian Governors Forum, Earl Osaro Onaiwu has decried the attitude of politicians using religion and ethnicity to divide Nigerian citizens.
In a goodwill message he personally signed on Monday, Onaiwu said it was time to build Nigeria into a formidable democracy devoid of religious and other considerations.
Part of the message reads, “June 12, 1993 marked the end of religious and ethnic manipulations on our people. Religion has been used for too long to divide Nigerians and the time has come to put a stop to it. We normally do not question the religion of the pilot before we board our flights, neither do we ask for the religion of the owner before we buy from the supermarket or filling stations.”
“The National Assembly are faced with electing quality leadership for our Legislature so as to ensure that good laws are made. They must shun religious and ethnic considerations and elect those who can represent the interest of Nigerians well,” Onaiwu said.
The Edo State-born big time politician saluted Nigerians for their resilience in the quest to finding enduring democratic ethos for the country.
55 Reps members-elect from the South South geo-political zone have endorsed Tajudeen Abbas and Benjamin Kalu for the Speakership and Deputy Speakership seats of the 10th House of Representatives.
Leader of the Caucus, Victor Nwokolo member Representing Ika Federal Constituency made the announcement at the end of an extraordinary meeting in Abuja.
The 55 legislators appended their signatures on the endorsement list.
The South-South caucus renews its faith in the nominees for the exalted seats to steer the ship of the next House of Representatives with vigour and strengthen the nation’s democracy.
Hon. Victor Nwokolo host of the meeting where Honorable Reps members converged, while announcing the endorsement of Rt. Hon. Abass as speaker and Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu as Deputy speaker respectively was greeted with excitement from all the south South caucus Reps members..
This online Newspaper understands that the latest endorsement of Abass and Kalu was done Sunday June 11 with full attendance of elected Honourable members
During the late 19th century, Mrs. Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie wrote the saying down in a novel called Mrs. Dymond, published in 1885 saying, “give a man fish and feed him for hours but when you teach him or her how to cash fish, you feed him for live”.
Dr. David Godspower Thomas
This remained a sustainable impact on anybody, you must not stop at only giving him/her their needs, but also teach them how to be dependable so that they can as well make impacts on society.
This popular wise-saying is clearly evident in the life of the Secretary-General, Bayelsa State Community Development Committee Chairmen Association (BYCDCCA), Dr. David Godspower Thomas.
And as it is also said, when dancing, you don’t and can’t see your back. This again is humbling and indeed refreshing on the part of the BYCDCCA scribe.
But, it is however worth asking why all these profiles about one middle aged man from the peaceful and hospitable South-South, Nigerian State called Bayelsa?
Now, the nitty-gritty about him.
Dr David Godspower Thomas is a public, community and social servant.
He is a FELLOW with the institute of management consultant Nigeria ( ICMC),and a FELLOW of the institute of professional entreprenuer and strategic administration (FIPESA) where he was certified as a management specialist (CMS) with Distinction in Time management as well as having had an advanced certificate in LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT from the London Graduate School UK.
Another yet to explore part of Dr David Godspower Thomas by onlookers is his motivational speaking prowess and philantropism.
These and many more attributes and societal impacts of Dr Thomas have endeared him to both local and international institutions for various academic awards in the form of honourary degrees, even as he has recently bagged an academic Doctor of Science(Ph.d) degree in Health Policies and Leadership from the GEOFIDEL Institute for Leadership and Management, United Kingdom and the STRATFORD University, USA.
The man, Dr David Thomas recently made the headlines in many publications as he also bagged a DOCTOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCES (Honourary Causa) from the COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, also in the United Kingdom via the DIVISION OF ECOLE SUPERIEURE UNIVERSITAIRE BENIN REPUBLIC, just a few weeks ago in May, 2023.
These achievements, honours and above all, his vow to continually make life meaningful to those he would come in contact with in his life journey within his available limited endowments and economic muscles indeed marks him out as one of the few special people in his generation.
Speaking with Newsmen who recently spoke with him on his numerous academic achievements and societal impacts, Dr Thomas who is also the Chief Executive Officer/ Managing Director, MPACS Ltd, said:
“These awards would spur me to contribute more to societal development. I’ll be contributing mostly in making greater impacts in my journey on earth, but most importantly, the additional knowledge I’ve gained would be translated into the development of my state, Bayelsa and my nation Nigeria in any ramifications I’m needed to render services for national development.”
Dr David Godspower Thomas is from Swali Community of Yenagoa Local Government Area of the Bayelsa state, he is married with Children.
