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Delta Online Publishers Forum sends goodwill message to Advocate Publications on 10th Anniversary celebration
Delta Online Publishers Forum sends goodwill message to Advocate Publications on 10th Anniversary celebration
Management of Advocate Publications,
Protocols:
Congratulations on Your Inaugural Lecture Series
On behalf of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), I extend our heartfelt congratulations to the Management and Staff of Advocate Publications, Publishers of Advocate Newspapers and Advocate Online on the commencement of your inaugural lecture series.
Your choice of theme, “Youth Empowerment and Leadership Evolution: Rethinking Nigeria’s Leadership Recruitment Process,” is both insightful and timely.
We applaud your commitment to fostering dialogue on crucial issues that directly shape our nation’s future. By addressing the need for a robust leadership recruitment system, you are demonstrating visionary leadership and a dedication to steering Nigeria towards a brighter tomorrow.
The Delta Online Publishers Forum, guided by our ethos of Ethics, Professionalism, and Service, stands in solidarity with your pursuit of positive change. We eagerly anticipate the exchange of ideas and perspectives that will emerge from your lecture series, as we collectively strive for a more inclusive and prosperous Nigeria.
Your initiative comes at an important moment, as the discourse on leadership in Nigeria continues to evolve. By engaging in this dialogue and advocating for new paradigms of leadership, you are paving the way for a generation of leaders who prioritize integrity and service above self-interest.
Congratulations once again on this significant milestone, and may your inaugural lecture series inspire action and drive meaningful progress in our nation.
Warm regards,
Emmanuel Ochonogor Enebeli, Anipr
Chairman, Delta’s Online Publishers Forum (DOPF).
DTHA Speaker, Guwor appreciates Media for effective coverage of Assembly activities
DTHA Speaker, Guwor appreciates Media for effective coverage of Assembly activities
Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor has expressed appreciation to the mass media for consistently created visibility for the activities of the House.
Rt Hon Guwor gave the commendation in his opening remarks upon resumption of plenary by members after three weeks break for Easter celebration and the Eid-El-Fitr public holiday.
He said “I cannot thank enough the media that have consistently created visibility for the activities of the House”, even as he also commended the management and staff of the Assembly for their unflinching support and hard work.
Guwor who took time to explain the task before the House, expressed gratitude to Members for their unwavering support for the leadership, saying “I will continue to count on your cooperation and prayers”.
The Speaker noted that as critical stakeholders in the government of Delta State, they must take advantage of any available opportunity to advance and support the MORE Agenda of the Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, to berth the prosperity he promised Deltans.
“Consequently and in line with the 8th Assembly Legislative Agenda, the bills, motions, resolutions and general actions of the House will be directed in support of completion of ongoing projects, building of critical infrastructure, human capital development, environmental sustainability, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMSE), Agriculture and its value chains, women and youth empowerment, digital technology and above all, peace and security.
“Distinguished colleagues, we have the duty to collectively ensure our people are protected from the economic malaise currently ravaging the country.
“We will therefore continue to collaborate with the Executive for social and economic interventions for our People, especially the weak and vulnerable among us.
“As we have resumed plenary, let us strive to conclude on all pending Bills and legislative measures before the end of the first session of the 8th Assembly”, Guwor stated.
The Speaker challenged his colleagues to always squeeze out time to engage constituents regarding government policies and programmes.
Rt Hon Guwor had earlier delivered four messages from the Governor, announcing the nomination for appointments of three Deltans into his government and a bill for legislative actions.
The nominees are the immediate past Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr Ifeanyi Egwuyenga to serve as Chief Job and Wealth Creation Officer of the Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau,
Mr Jude Emurotu, as member Delta State Independent Electoral Commission, DSIEC and Mr Edwin Ogidi-Gbebaje as chairman Delta State Bureau for Pensions.
The Speaker directed the nominees to on or before Monday 22 April, submit 35 copies of their curriculum vitae to the office of the Clerk and appear for screening on Tuesday next week.
The fourth letter seeks amendment of the Delta State Structures for Signage and Advertisement Agency Law of 2015.
Governor Oberevwori said the amendment had become necessary in order to enhance collaboration between the State and Local Government Councils on administration and revenue collection from signage and advertisements in the State.
Also at plenary a seven member committee headed by the Majority Leader of the House, Emeka Nwaobi was inaugurated by the Speaker to oversee activities to mark the first anniversary of the 8th Assembly.
Other members of the Committee include, the Minority Leader, Edafe Emakpor, Hon Charles Emetulu, Bino Owhomano, Marylyn Okowa-Daramola, Perkins Umukoro and Fred Martins, while the Acting Clerk of the House will serve as Secretary.
The House received the report of it Committee on Public Petitions led by the Member Representing Ughelli North 1 Constituency, Hon Matthew Omonade on alleged unlawful dismissal of one Mr Ugorchukwu Solomon from the Delta State Civil Service Commission.
The House adopted recommendations of the Committee that the that the Assembly should discountenance the petition for lack of merit.
It also uphold and affirm the decision of the Civil Service Commission, and bare the petitioner from bringing the petition again before the State Assembly.
The House adjourned plenary to Tuesday next week.
Warri South Council Chairmanship Hopeful, Dr. Agbolaya congratulates Agbeyegbe as PDP Caretaker Chair, others
Warri South Council Chairmanship Hopeful, Dr. Agbolaya congratulates Agbeyegbe as PDP Caretaker Chair, others
By: Celestine Ukah
A front line Chairmanship hopeful for Warri South Local Government Area Council in the next Local Government Councils Election in Delta State, Amb. Dr. Toyin Orighomisan Agbolaya JP felicitates the newly constituted Warri South Caretaker Committee Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Mr. Johnson Agbeyegbe and the entire Ward exco for their return by the State Working committee of the party.
Dr. Agbolaya Tuesday April 16, hailed the super performances of the Agbeyebe led Warri South LGA PDP, describing the entire system as the right people at the right time Manning the party structure in the area.
While congratulating them for their hard work over the growth of the PDP in Warri South, the Warri South Council job top contender,, Dr. Agbolaya wished the entire LGA and Ward exco more strength and determination to sustain the domination of the PDP in Warri just as the PDP has remained the biggest, unbeatable and strongest party in Warri and Delta State at large.
It would be recalled that Johnson Agbeyegbe was the immediate past elected PDP Chairman before he was returned as Caretaker Committee Chairman as well as his exco and all Wards exco re-given another opportunity to serve the party.
According to the Delta State PDP Chairman, Olorogun Barr. Kingsley Esiso, the inauguration became necessary as it is in line with the party guidelines and constitution, after the extra ordinary National Executive Council meeting in Abuja, the party resolved to give three months interim stay, before the holding of elected party congress.
Media Experts Task UNIDEL Staff On Service Delivery
Media Experts Task UNIDEL Staff On Service Delivery
Media and Protocol staff in the Vice Chancellor’s office, University of Delta Agbor, have been asked not to relent in their bid to adequately promote and project the activities of the institution.
The Vice Chancellor of University of Delta Agbor Prof Stella Chiemeke gave the charge when she received the Senior Special Assistant ( Media) to the governor of Delta State,Mr Fidelis Egugbo and two other communication experts who were in the Institution for a one day Media training programme.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor,Prof. Patricia Mbah, who received the Resource persons on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, said the training was important as it was designed to give the young institution more visibility.
She urged the staff to adhere to the ethics of the media and protocol practice by being objective , factual, and disciplined in their day to day activity.
The Director of Media and Protocol, in Unidel, Mr Edward Akpati Ogude, while introducing the team, said they were experienced media experts with both traditional and modern media knowledge in the journalism profession.
Mr Ogude said the training would enhance the staff efficiency, passion, and productivity, thereby giving the institution global visibility.
The Registrar Barrister Richmond Omagbemi, who also received the team, commended the Vice Chancellor,Prof Stella Chiemeke, for organizing trainings for staff, which will help the growth and development of the institution.
Mr Fidelis Egugbo, who led the resource persons, enjoined the staff to take the exercise seriously as the knowledge gathered and aquired in the training would help to boost their service delivery.
He posited that the institution,though young ,has grown speedily because of the presence of world-class infrastructures, conducive learning environment, and sterling leadership qualities of the Vice Chancellor, Prof Stella Chiemeke
Mr Nweke Stephens delivered a lecture on Protocol Operations in Government, Community and Public Relations while Mr Fidelis Egugbo handled the aspect of News Coverage, Writing and Editing while the lecture on Camera, Photography and Video Editing was handled by Mr Collins Ofuafo.
Responding on behalf of the trainees, the Deputy Registrar in the Vice Chancellor’s office,Mrs ldoye Blessing appreciated the resource persons for the impactful lectures which created avenue for further exchange of knowledge and refreshing of the mind for better service job output.
Oborevwori felicitates First Military Administrator of Abia, AVM Ajobena as he celebrates 75 birthday
Oborevwori felicitates First Military Administrator of Abia, AVM Ajobena as he celebrates 75 birthday
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Monday, congratulated the first Military Administrator of Abia State, Air Vice Msrshal Frank Ajobena (retd), CON, who clocks 75 years on April 15.
Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, underscored the significance of the many years of the celebrant’s service to the state and the nation.
He noted that Ajobena’s military career saw him through sensitive and strategic leadership positions in the Airforce.
The Governor said: “AVM Ajobena served the nation meritoriously with his wealth of knowledge, wisdom and experience.
“He is a man known to speak truth to power and we can’t thank him enough for his contributions as a member of the Delta State Advisory and Peace Building Council.
“On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta State, I congratulate our father and leader, Air Vice Marshal Frank Ajobena (CON) (retd), on this momentous occasion of his 75th birth anniversary.
“As you celebrate this anniversary, it is my prayer that the Almighty God would grant you longer life in good health”.
The Trained Doctors Are Back In Borno, All Thanks To VP Shettima
The Trained Doctors Are Back In Borno, All Thanks To VP Shettima
By Stanley Nkwocha
Gratitude, they say, does not play around. It goes straight for the heart. It is what happens when we stop long enough to notice all the good stuff. So, it was not surprising that a group of medical doctors were among well-meaning Nigerians who availed themselves of the opportunity created by the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations on Thursday to pay the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, a thank-you visit at his residence in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.
The medical doctors were among the 60 female medical students sponsored for MBBS courses in 2014 when the administration of Senator Shettima in Borno State awarded scholarships to students studying different health professional fields abroad.
In 2014, then Governor Shettima took it upon himself to sponsor female citizens of the state to study Medicine at the El-Razi Medical University, Khartoum in Sudan and other citadels of great learning. During the launch of the Female Medical Intervention Programme of his administration and presentation of scholarship letters at the Government House Maiduguri, Shettima had said the female students were drawn from the 27 local government areas of the state.
“Having 30 female medical doctors which the state desperately needs is the greatest legacy the government can give the state, in view of the fact that women have peculiar health challenges arising from maternity, menstrual and other issues that women would be in the best position to handle as a result of the African culture and religion,” Shettima had said, noting that 30 female candidates would be sent every year for training as medical doctors and that no amount of money spent on their training would be a waste.
Not satisfied, Shettima had directed the then commissioner for Higher Education, Mr Bello Ayuba, to add three more Christian female candidates and two female students from the Northern part of the state to the 30 scheduled for the training, imploring the candidates to be good ambassadors of the state and the country.
True to his words, as good ambassadors they were urged to become, the medical doctors were back on Thursday with an unquenchable desire to thank and appreciate Kashim Shettima for his capacity and the will to rally men and women to a common purpose and the character which inspires confidence.
Recounting their experience and how they were recruited, one of the 60 girls picked from across Borno State and sponsored by Shettima to study Medicine abroad, Dr. Aisha Kaumi, told journalists immediately after the Sallah homage to the Vice President that they have since graduated, with 50 of them working as medical doctors in the state.
She said, “My name is Dr. Aisha Kaumi, one of the medical doctors sponsored by Vice President Kashim Shettima while he was governor of Borno State. So, we came here today to pay a visit to thank him for all he has done for us and to congratulate him on his well-deserved position as the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Alhamdulillah, we met him and everything went well, and he (the VP) assured us that in case we want to specialize he was 100 percent ready to assist us.
“We were 60 then, 30 of us from El-Razi Medical University, Khartoum in Sudan, and the other 30 who graduated from the National University of Sudan. Alhamdulillah, all of us graduated and currently, about 50 of us are working with the state government here in Borno State. The remaining ten are yet to pass their medical exams but, Insha Allah, we are hoping that they will catch up with us.”
On the motivation behind studying Medicine and the impact on them and the state, Dr. Kaumi said, “It was indeed a dream come true because I never ever thought I will become a medical doctor. So, Alhamdulillah, I’m very grateful to the Vice President. Without him, I don’t think I would have become a medical doctor today. It was not easy; it was a kind of roller coaster of hardship and the courage to study well so that we can come here and help our people in Borno State. So, we are very grateful to him. His Excellency, the governor of Borno State is really doing well in trying to equip the hospitals. We are really grateful.”
Retrospectively, the health and education sectors received adequate attention in Borno State under Senator Shettima as governor. Apart from human capital development which led to foreign scholarships for the ever-grateful medical doctors to study abroad, the then Governor Shettima utilized available resources at his disposal to rehabilitate hospitals destroyed by the Boko Haram insurgents and for the procurement of equipment for some reconstructed health facilities.
As Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, an opportunity given to him by his boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, VP Shetima is poised to replicate the same leadership of lifting the vision of Nigerians complementing Mr President’s effort at raising performance to a higher levels as well as improving standard of living beyond normal limitations.
The signs are becoming very clear in just less than a year of the Tinubu-led Renewed Hope administration. As the administration advances in the course of changing the narrative for Nigerians, it will become glaring to all why President Tinubu settled for a Vice President who is trustworthy, visionary, loyal and capable.
Nkwocha, spokesman of Vice President Kashim Shettima wrote in from Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.
BOAT MISHAP: Gov Oborevwori mourns Junior Pope, others, Says their deaths were excruciating and unfortunate
BOAT MISHAP: Gov Oborevwori mourns Junior Pope, others, Says their deaths were excruciating and unfortunate
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has expressed grief and condoled the families of the victims of the Nollywood boat mishap, saying their deaths were excruciating and unfortunate.
He said that the State Government was agonised over the unfortunate and untimely passing of Junior Pope and others in the boat mishap.
Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, urged Nollywood fans and stakeholders to accept the passing of the actors as an unfortunate incident.
He prayed God to grant the families, friends and associates of the victims the fortitude to bear the unfortunate deaths.
“On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta State, I commiserate with the Nollywood industry and families of those who lost their lives in the unfortunate boat mishap.
“Perhaps, the deaths could have been avoided if the necessary safety measures were adhered to.
“May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in eternal peace,” Governor Oborevwori stated.
NNL24 Match Day 14: Nasarawa United Brighten Premier League Promotion Hopes After away Win In Jo’s
NNL24 Match Day 14: Nasarawa United Brighten Premier League Promotion Hopes After away Win In Jo’s
Nasarawa United’s elite domestic football league’s ambition received a mega boost on Saturday afternoon following their 2-1 away victory at Mighty Jets International in Jos, Plateau State, on match-day fourteen of the ongoing 2023/24 Nigeria National League campaign.
The Solid Miners went into the game on the heels of a 2-1 home win over table-toppers, El-Kanemi Warriors FC, a week ago, while Mighty Jets were hoping to return to winning ways after pulling a point on the road at NAF FC in Abuja last weekend.
Benefitting from an assist from Peter Eneji, new acquisition, Terdoo Shimaga, powered home a thunderous strike to give United a 41st minute lead from outside the box against the run of play at the New Jos Stadium, his first goal in the colours of his new-found club.
Jets threw everything upward with a view to finding an equalizer but with the United’s backline proving impenetrable.
Youngster, Emmanuel Ukeyima also missed a glaring chance for the home side.
The Solid Miners held on to the slim lead heading into the break.
Jets were awarded a penalty after the referee adjudged a foul on Ogonyi Matthew who would later convert the resultant kick in the 74th minute.
The leveller lasted for only three minutes as playmaker, Peter Eneji’s masterclass curler left the home side’s goalkeeper neutralized as he placed a pass from Chinonso Okonkwo beyond contemplation, to return the visitors back in the lead.
United jealously guarded the scoreline till regulation time to seal the triumph, their second win of the season away from home.
According to the Nsarawa United FC Media Officer, Eche Amos, in a news release Saturday April 13, 2024 stated that With the result, the Solid Miners return to second position on the Conference C table having garnered 29 points from 14 games, two points below leaders, El-Kanemi Warriors FC who beat Wikki Tourists FC 2-0 in Maiduguri same day with a game more, and three points clear of the Bauchi-based ‘Big Elephants’.
The Coach Usman Adams-tutored Nasarawa United have the chance of topping the Conference C table should they win their remaining games as El-Kanemi Warriors only have one game remaining in the conference against Yobe Desert Stars in Gashua while Wikki and United have two games each.
United will welcome Abuja-based EFCC FC on Saturday, 20th April, at the Lafia City Stadium, while Mighty Jets will be on the road for a date with Wikki Tourists in Bauchi, a day later.
Only the two top teams will qualify from each of the four Conferences to battle for four slots in the Super Eight to gain promotion to the Nigeria Football League, next season.
CAUTION(YELLOW CARD).
Moyi Hassan(NAS)79′
King Osanga(NAS)89′
NASARAWA UNITED LINE-UP: Ameh Godwin, Abubakar Abdullahi, Hussaini Mubarak, Hassan Moyi, Saviour Chukwu, Emeka Onyema, Moses Eneji(King Osanga 85′), Chinonso Okonkwo(Musa Musa 85′), Sabo Gambo, Anas Yusuf(Adamu Hassan 55′), Terdoo Shimaga.
UNUSED SUBS: Jerry Isaac, Joshua Ogbole, Chidera Nduka, Abubakar Yerima Aminu, Ebuka Ekesi, Aminu Kundila Abubakar.
Delta Governor Oborevwori hails Tompolo as he clocks 53
Delta Governor Oborevwori hails Tompolo as he clocks 53
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has hailed Niger Delta activist and ex-militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo as he clocks 53 years on April 12.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Friday in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori said that Ekpemupolo popularly known as Tompolo, remains an illustrious son of Niger Delta, who have contributed immensely to the peace and development of the region and country.
He said that as Chairman of Tantita Security Services, Ekpemupolo has used his privileged position to fight oil theft in the Niger Delta and thereby contributing immensely to increased oil production with its attendant benefits on the revenue generation of the country.
Governor Oborevwori further remarked that governments of the states of the Niger Delta and even the Federal Government appreciate the efforts of ‘’Tompolo’’ for ensuring peace and security of the region and the country.
“On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta, I congratulate an illustrious son of the Niger Delta, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo on the occasion of his 53rd birth anniversary.
“A man of peace, Tompolo, as he is affectionately known, has made significant contributions to the growth and development of the oil-rich Niger Delta and has persistently partnered with regional administrations to uphold peace.
“As he celebrates his 53rd birth anniversary, it is my prayer and that of the people of Delta and Nigeria, that God will continue to bless him with good health and wisdom to continue in his services to the country and humanity,” the Governor said.
