By: Tino Kevwe

The Delta state Commissioner for Police CP Wale Abass has called on all stakeholders in the state to take security seriously as the state is for all law abiding citizens to protect.

Clinging on a catch phrase that should guide us CP Abass stated that “if and when you see something; say something” security is everyone’s business.

A Cross Section of members of Indigenous Correspondents’ Chapel in a group pix with CP Abass

The well breed Police officer that knows the nooks and crannies of the state have served in Delta at three different capacities before coming as CP making him his fourth time serving in the state, CP Abass made the disclosure at his office in the commands headquarters Asaba Thursday June 1, 2023, while playing host to the new Executives of the Indigenous Correspondents Chapel of The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Asaba,where he revealed that “my office is always open to the press, I have respect for the press as one of the major stakeholders in security matters.”

CP Abass has served in various capacities in the Nigeria Police force including as Unit Commander 16 Squadron (PMF), where he rose to become the Commander of the squadron among other top assignments.

The eloquent CP while calling on the press to field in areas with evident lags in the command and also police the police, called on parents to watch and caution their wards on the right things to do as they lead by example.

CP Wale Abass hinted that Policing is no longer business as usual taking cognizance of the evolution in crimes, stressing that “Crime has actually taken over the whole society, if you look at it, its difficult for a righteous person to survive in an unrighteous environment.”

“The people out number the police workforce and so the police can’t do it alone, we need people to come actively in and be free to bring things to my notice that need my attention, you see something you say something.

While commending the selfless services of the Police Public Relations Officer DSP, Bright Edafe and he’s ways of continuously solving issues beforehand, the CP stated that “it’s an aberration for anyone to stop you and start asking you to bring your phone, despite incessant lectures with them they will still be demanding.” adding that “People are now realizing their rights, not even the CP has any rights to just stop you and demand your phone unless its necessary.”

The CP also called on the Public to beware of some people in the guise of human rights that are going about taking advantage of people.

The Chairman of the Indigenous Correspondents Chapel (ICC) Comrade Kenneth Orusi, commended the CP for his giant strides in less than a month of his fourth return to Delta State but this time as CP and for his time considering his ever busy schedule also appealed to the CP to look very discreetly into the issue of cultism in the state at all levels.

Comrade Orusi hailed the prompt action deployed by CP Abass in fighting crime and criminality in Delta State, he assured him of his members sustained support and synergy to succeed in making Delta safest state in Nigeria to live in and do business.

A famous Journalist, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti has called on Delta Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori to, as a matter of urgency to  embark on a seven-Rs initiative to save the state from recycling old politicians who have been in power since the time of former governor Ibori.

Describing the seven Rs as reconciliation, recalibration, rebirth, re-education, re-industrialisation, re-construction and rebranding of the State , he plead with the Governor not to fill his cabinet with recycled, corrupt political jobbers.

Otiti also urged  Oborevwori not to let his predecessor choose the secretary to the state government SSG for him, because that is the government engine room  and that he should remove  recycled politicians from his choice of principal office holders.

“Those corrupt, recycled characters lobbying to serve have little or nothing to offer Delta State, Many have been in power since 1999, and they have made Delta became one of the poverty state under their watch; they don’t deserve a second chance.”

He also called on him to prioritise meritocracy. Otiti said the outcome of such decision will be tragic and wouldn’t want Oborevwori to go the same route.

Otiti called for the abolition of “recycling Cabal,” which he says is unknown to the constitution. “The cabals engineered the suffering of Deltans and if these cabals are recycled in his government, meaning there won’t be MORE agenda for Deltans .

GEJ’s cabal made him clueless. PMB’s cabal held him hostage in the Villa according to PMB’s wife. Allowing your closest political and business associates, the Vice President or your wife or son or daughter to form a new cabal is like signing an irrevocable MoU with failure, because the ‘cabal’ is not on record for positive contributions. says Otiti.

By: Celestine Ukah

College of Commerce a notable government owned public secondary school in Warri, Delta State has won the best speaker position in the first edition feature of their category in  the Bashorun Askia Foundation, BAF debating competition that’s ongoing

The BAF debating competition which is being organized in collaboration with Delta Broadcasting Service DBS Warri witnessed the superlative and distinguishing performance of students of College of Commerce Warri, Tuesday May 30, 2023 as they defeated  Abe I secondary school Aruakpor Umah. Ekpan, Uvwie LGA to clinch the best speaker position of the competition in that stage even as Abe I also emerged bright.

Principal of College of Commerce Warri, Mrs. Queen Oyibo while commending the Teacher that guided the students, Mrs. Ogbimi Omowumi for a job well done congratulated them for making the school proud by winning the prize in that category.

Victory Christopher who spoke on behalf of the Students that represented the school expressed joy for their outstanding performance assuring that they will do more by working hard to continue participating in such competitions.

President College of Commerce Old Students , COCOSA Worldwide, Mr. Enijuni Kolawole Victor congratulated the school for the successes recorded, promising to support the school with sporting , ICT and other enabling facilities to improve on teaching and learning as well as extracurricular activities.

Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the appointment of Dr. Kingsley Emu as the Secretary to the State Government.

A statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon in Asaba said the governor also approved the appointment of Hon. Johnson Erijo as Chief of Staff to the Governor, Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo as Senior Political Adviser and Barr. (Mrs) Lyna Aliya-Ochulor as Principal Secretary to the Governor.

Ahon said the approval for the appointments was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Government House Administration, Sir Eddy Ogidi-Gbegbaje on Wednesday.

According to the statement, the appointments take immediate effect.

Delta State-born development and environmental justice advocate Comrade (Chief) Mulade Sheriff has congratulated His Excellency (Rt. Hon.) Sheriff Oborevwori for his successful swearing in as the executive governor of Delta State.

While describing the swearing in of Rt. Hon. Oborevwori as the Chief Executive Officer of oil-rich Delta State as a well deserved one, Chief Mulade called on all Deltans to strongly support the new administration for a better Delta, just as he urged other residents of the state to work with Governor Oborevwori to achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people.

He described the new governor, who was elected on March 18th, 2023, as a man with excessive local content and street credibility and a grassroot politician with community-based knowledge for development.

Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Sorimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of the State, and a former PDP governorship aspirant, urged all citizens to give maximum support and cooperate with Governor Oborevwori for a better and safer Delta State.

He charged the governor to run an all-inclusive government in order to sustain the existing peace and attract development to the state, irrespective of ethnic, political, or religious affiliations.

According to Mulade ; “it is imperative to state that the elections have come and gone; now is the time to build bridges of reconciliation with all aggrieved persons in the state and to focus on good governance for the prosperous Delta State of our dreams”. He added.

By: Kevwe Tino 

*Showers encomiums on immediate past Governor Okowa

The Executive Assistant to the immediate past Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Dr. Emmanuel Mafiana has congratulated the newly sworn in Governor of Delta State , Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme on their successful inauguration Monday May 29, 2023 at Asaba the Delta State capital.

Dr. Mafiana while congratulating Rt. Hon. Oborevwori described the newly inaugurated Delta Governor as a noble man who has distinguished himself as Speaker of the Delta State Assembly who was able to give the Assembly a robust and articulate leadership that span for 6 years making him the longest serving Speaker of the Delta Assembly.

He appealed to all Deltans to rally behind the governor and extend all needed support toward the success of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori administration in the next four years, assuring that both the Deputy Governor Sir Monday Onyeme will develop and sustain immediate past Governor Okowa legacies in advancing Delta .

Dr. Mafiana expressed delight for the peaceful transition and for the hardwork that brought Governor Oborevwori and his Deputy to serve Delta state, he is however highly optimistic that the duo will deliver their campaign promises beyond expectations.

The political appointee assured Governor Oborevwori of support to succeed in his administration, adding that his immediate constituency will always be for Rt. Hon. Oborevwori because his agenda is for advancing Delta, he as well tasked him on Development of the state irrespective of ethnic group or any part of the state for greater and more dividends of democracy.

Dr. Mafiana pointed out that the even development and legacies programmes and projects of former Governor Okowa speaks volume to the unity and peace enjoyed among all Deltans and residents of the state , he lauded the immediate past governor hoping that the new administration of Rt. Hon. Oborevwori will sustain and try to do more in distributing development to all Deltans.

*Makes Special Case For Niger Delta Region

A renowned Niger Delta activist, High Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro Phd., has congratulated the newly sworn-in President, Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu (GCFR). and the Vice President, Kashim Shettima ( GFCON) on their successful swearing in on Monday, May 29th, 2023 as President and Vice President respectively.

In a Press Statement, signed by him personally, High Chief Dennis Otuaro, Phd, rejoiced with the new President, the Vice President for their swearing in ceremonies and urged them to give the people a fresh breath.

According to the Statement; On behalf of the people of the Niger Delta My Wife And I Chief (Mrs) Ebimoboere Dennis Otuaro and lovely children congratulate President Bola Tinubu, the Vice President on the historic event of today, Monday, May 29th, 2023. The long awaited May 29th, 2023, has eventually came, It is indeed a very good day for our people and to God be the Glory”.

“I want to appeal that now that you have taken the responsibilities to lead our people , we know that you will do your best to bring succour to our people. The Niger Delta Region should be given a special attention. We want to see massive transformation of the oil rich region in the next few years and adequate attention should also be given to other part of the country because our people are yearning for the best and nothing but the best is good enough for all our people”.

We prayed God to give the new President, the Vice President the wisdom of King Solomon to pilot the affairs of the nation to the admiration of the people.

* Enjoins Deltans to cooperate, support him

The founder and Director-General for Sheriff Oborevwori, Mr. John Ewhubare Siakpere, (JP), LLM, has congratulated Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on his inauguration as Delta State Governor.

Siakpere, in a statement personally signed by him, Felicitated with Oborevwori on his swearing-in as Governor of the oil-rich state.

Siakpere, a United Kingdom-based Lawyer, expressed happiness that Oborevwori took over the mantle of leadership of Delta state. Mr Siakpere assured Deltans that Oborevwori would ensure their wellbeing by keeping to his campaign promises as enshrined in his MORE Agenda.

He dedicated Oborevwori ‘s victory in the election and inauguration to God, adding that, “All that has happened in the life of our kinsman are manifestation of divine will.”

He stated, “I seize this medium to congratulate the new Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Elder, Okakuro Sheriff Oborevwori, (Ukodo of Okpe Kingdom) on his swearing-in as the Chief Executive of Delta State.

Your inauguration as Governor gladdens our heart in the Siakpere Team for Sheriff Oborevwori. We are excited and gratified too that Deltans are also happy.”

“As it was stated in the Bible that when the righteous are in power, people will rejoice and that is exactly what’s happening in Delta State now. Our people are rejoicing as Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has taken over the leadership of the state.”

“I can assure our people and Deltans in general that the Governor will not disappoint them and he will live up to their expectations by keeping his campaign promises,” he added.

To this end, Siakpere sought the co-operation and support of all Deltans for the Oborevwori-led administration.