Delta Governor congratulates Ndudi Elumelu at 59

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday, congratulated former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, on his 59th birth anniversary.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor said Elumelu, who represented Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, was a lawmaker with sterling accomplishments in parliament.

He praised Elumelu’s efforts in the Nigerian Parliament and said that the former lawmaker’s pivotal participation in the power sector investigation several years ago had remained impressive.

Governor Oborevwori said: “As a lawmaker, you were outstanding; even outside the Parliament, you remained a leading light and a role model for budding politicians.

“As a state, we will continue to be proud of your insightful contributions to the expansion and advancement of our nation, especially your involvement in the growth of the power and health sectors during your leadership of the House’s committees on both subjects from 2007 to 2010 and 2011 to 2015.

“We are absolutely proud of your leadership role in the National Assembly when you led the opposition as Minority Leader, and it is our prayer that God will continue to grant you good health and more years ahead.

“I can attest to your sterling accomplishments in terms of infrastructural and human capital development and these laudable achievements will continue to inspire many in nation building.

“On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I join your family and admirers to congratulate you, my dear brother and friend, Hon. Ndudi Godwin Elumelu, OON, on the occasion of your 59th birth anniversary.

• “It is our prayer that God will continue to bless you with good health and many more years of great accomplishments.”

Delta Health Access: DSCHC Takes Tertiary Institutions Social Health Insurance Program, TISHIP, to UNIDEL

By Pat Gbemudu

In furtherance of the state government’s agenda of ensuring MORE access to better healthcare for every resident of Delta, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) enrolled students of the University of Delta, Agbor, into the Tertiary Institutions Social Health Insurance Program (TISHIP).

The initiative, which is in recognition of the pivotal role tertiary institutions play in shaping the future of our society, was flagged off last week at the Dennis Osadebay University (DOU), Asaba.

In his speech at the opening ceremony, the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of DSCHC, Olorogun Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, said that the introduction of TISHIP holds immense benefits for the students of UNIDEL and indeed students in all other tertiary institutions in the state. Adding that “with this program, students will have access to comprehensive healthcare services both within and outside the school Premises.

Dr. Akpoveta, disclosed that the TISHIP extends its coverage beyond the borders of Delta State, ensuring that students can access quality healthcare wherever they may be. He reiterated the commission’s mandate of ensuring healthcare remains accessible and affordable for all residents of the state.

He stated that since inception, the DSCHC has made remarkable progress in fulfilling its mandate. Noting that the commission has implemented various programs aimed at ensuring access to quality healthcare across the State. These programs, according to Dr. Akpoveta, include the Equity Health Plan; Formal Health Plan; Informal Health Plan; and the Access to Financial Initiative for the residents of the hard-to-reach areas of the State. The Indigent Enrollee Adoption Initiative (IEAI), Artisans Enrollees Inducement Initiative and TISHIP make up the rest of the initiatives currently ongoing in the commission. Through these initiatives, the commission has been able to significantly increase healthcare coverage and improve health outcomes for our people.

While disclosing the commission’s plan to assist healthcare facilities in the State tertiary institutions, the DG commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his tremendous support to the Commission. He also thanked the Commissioners for Higher Education, and Health, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari and Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, for their unwavering support in driving the implementation of TISHIP and quality healthcare services respectively, in the state.

Dr. Akpoveta commended the Vice Chancellor and Management Team of the University of Delta, Agbor for their resolute support and commitment to the TISHIP program, noting that their collaboration with the DSCHC would play a pivotal role in advancing the MORE AGENDA mandate of the State Government, particularly in safeguarding the welfare of students. Adding that through their partnership in implementing TISHIP, they have exhibited a profound dedication to ensuring that students have access to superior healthcare services without financial hazards.

Earlier in her remarks, the Vice Chancellor of UNIDEL, Prof. Stella Chiemeke disclosed to the students that the premium has been included as part of their school fees and encouraged all students to embark on the registration process in earnest.

The VC lauded the TISHIP initiated while commending the governor, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to providing quality and affordable healthcare for students and residents of the state in general.

The highlight of the program includes presentation of DSCHC identity card to enrolled students at the ceremony venue and the presentation of an award of “Health Insurance Ambassador” to the VC by the Director-General of the commission.

Niger Delta Security: Put Chief Bibopiri Ajube A.K.A “Shoot at sight” & others on your watch list, Group alerts security agencies

Concerned Citizens of Ese odo Local government area of Ondo State have called on security agencies to put one of their communities leaders, Chief Bibopiri Ajube (alias Shoot at sight) and others on their watch list.

The group in statement made available to newsmen and signed by Ebitimi Miyenwopiri and Ayubapere Jiperedein President and General Secretary respectively, alleged that Ajube is using the fight against Tantita Security Services workers to bring another round of killings and kidnappings of citizens in the community.

They claimed in the statement that; “The name Bibo Ajube is synonymous to sorrow and bitterness in Arogbo Ijaw kingdom.

“It is no news that our people in this noble kingdom are suffering in the hand of Bibopiri Ajube and his cohorts.

“About six years ago, due to a minor misunderstanding, Bibo Ajube instructed his boys and co-kidnappers to kidnap one Mr Ebimobowei Belele’s son at Agadagba-obon and took the innocent child into their Estate for rituals. Up till now, nobody knows about the whereabout of the said child.

“Suffice to say that precisely on the 29th day of April, 2017 same Bibopiri Ajube, and his cohorts and military men attached to him kidnapped one Mr Lougha Ekuasemi who was coming home from school from Kwara state.

“Bibo Ajube instructed Fly Foloki to use his sword to cut part of Mr Lougha Ekuasemi ear and directed that he eats it or they will kill him and bury his body inside their estate named God owns Estate at Agadagba-obon.

“The innocent boy had no option than to follow d instruction given due to the fact that Shoot at sight(Bibo Ajube) and his guys were fully armed.

“On the 30th day of April, 2017, Bibopiri Ajube, Ebi Molos, Fly Foloki on one of their devilish mission, Ebi Molos used his sword to cut off the head of Mr Erigbamini Keteke, whose wife just gave birth, who went fishing to take care of his family, Mary Keteke is the wife’s name.

“Honestly, it was the husband lifeless body that was buried, the head was taken to an unknown destination. Edwin Keteke is the younger brother to Mr Erigbamini Keteke, whose head is still with Ajube Bibopiri.

“Chief Bibo Ajube, Ebi Molos, Fly Foloki should not be allowed to survive in a civilized society. They are evil, demons, blood suckers, the only thing they know is to kill at will. They are only surviving on the financial strength of Chief Bibopiri Ajube.Please, security agencies should put them on a watch list.This step of fighting Tantita Security Services workers is another step to kill, kidnap our dear citizens again”.

Below Is The Full Statement From The Group:

CHIEF BIBOPIRI AJUBE AKA ‘SHOOT AT SIGHT’ IS A MURDERER, KIDNAPPER AND ASSASSINATOR

The name Bibo Ajube is synonymous to sorrow and bitterness in Arogbo Ijaw kingdom. It is no news that our people in this noble kingdom are suffering in the hand of Bibopiri Ajube and his cohorts. About six years ago, due to a minor misunderstanding, Bibo Ajube instructed his boys and co-kidnappers to kidnap one Mr Ebimobowei Belele’s son at Agadagba-obon and took the innocent child into their Estate for rituals. Up till now, nobody knows about the whereabout of the said child.

Suffice to say that precisely on the 29th day of April, 2017 same Bibopiri Ajube, and his cohorts and military men attached to him kidnapped one Mr Lougha Ekuasemi who was coming home from school from Kwara state. Bibo Ajube instructed Fly Foloki to use his sword to cut part of Mr Lougha Ekuasemi ear and directed that he eats it or they will kill him and bury his body inside their estate named God owns Estate at Agadagba-obon. The innocent boy had no option than to follow d instruction given due to the fact that Shoot at sight(Bibo Ajube) and his guys were fully armed.
On the 30th day of April, 2017, Bibopiri Ajube, Ebi Molos, Fly Foloki on one of their devilish mission, Ebi Molos used his sword to cut off the head of Mr Erigbamini Keteke, whose wife just gave birth, who went fishing to take care of his family, Mary Keteke is the wife’s name. Honestly, it was the husband lifeless body that was buried, the head was taken to an unknown destination. Edwin Keteke (09055579239) is the younger brother to Mr Erigbamini Keteke, whose head is still with Ajube Bibopiri.

Chief Bibo Ajube, Ebi Molos, Fly Foloki should not be allowed to survive in a civilized society. They are evil, demons, blood suckers, the only thing they know is to kill at will. They are only surviving on the financial strength of Chief Bibopiri Ajube.

Please, security agencies should put them on a watch list.

This step of fighting Tantita Security Services workers is another step to kill, kidnap our dear citizens again.

Concerned Citizens of Ese odo Local government.

Ebitimi Miyenwopiri

President

Ayubapere Jiperedein

Gen Secretary.

Just in : Dani Alves, guilty of sexual assault, sentenced to 4 & half years in prison

Former Barcelona footballer Dani Alves found guilty of nightclub sexual assault and sentenced to four years and six months in jail.

The court also ordered that Alves pay €150,000 ($162,990) to the victim.

“The sentence considers that it has been proven that the victim did not consent, and that there is evidence, in addition to the testimony of the plaintiff, to consider the rape proven,” the court said in a statement.

Alves had maintained the sex was consensual, and his lawyers told reporters outside the courthouse that he intends to appeal the sentence, which also includes a five-year probation upon release and a 9½-year restraining order.

The prosecutor had been seeking a nine-year prison term.

“We are satisfied as the sentence recognises what we’ve been saying all along: that the victim was telling the truth and that she suffered,” the victim’s lawyer David Saenz told reporters, adding that his team would analyse whether the sentence corresponds to the gravity of the crime.

Alves’ lawyer, Ines Guardiola, disagreed with the sentencing, saying: “We are going to appeal. I still believe in Dani Alves’ innocence. We haven’t read the whole sentence yet because it’s very long, but we are going to study it in detail now. We defend [Alves’] innocence.”

Alves, 40, was arrested in January 2023 after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman in the bathroom of an upscale Barcelona nightclub in the early hours of Dec. 31, 2022.

Alves had remained in preventive pre-trial prison in Spain ever since, with a judge turning down regular requests for bail and deeming him a flight risk.

The case was heard over three days at a court in Barcelona earlier this month, with Alves changing his story for the fifth time shortly before the trial began.

At first, he maintained he did not know the woman accusing him. He later said he had met the woman in the bathroom of the club but that nothing happened.

The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain defender, when confronted with biological evidence, changed his version of events again, saying she had consensually performed oral sex on him.

Last April, following the results of further biological tests, Alves admitted for the first time that he had sex with the woman, claiming it was consensual and that he had lied to hide his infidelity to his wife.

Former Brazilian international Dani Alves denied accusations that he sexually assaulted a young woman at a Barcelona nightclub, in testifying before a court on Wednesday.

After two days of listening to testimony from the young woman, witnesses, police and experts, Alves told the court that their encounter was consensual. The woman testified that Alves raped her in a bathroom of an upscale Barcelona nightclub early in the morning of Dec. 31, 2022.

“I am not that type of man,” Alves said in response to his defense lawyer asking if he had forced her to have sexual relations.

The woman who pressed charges told state prosecutors that she danced with Alves and willingly entered the bathroom, but that later when she wanted to leave he would not let her. She said he slapped her, insulted her and raped her.

Alves denied that.

“We were both enjoying ourselves,” Alves said, while repeatedly saying that the woman never asked to leave or made any indication that she did not want to have sexual relations with him. He also denied having slapped or insulted her.

The state prosecutor concluded her arguments by saying that “we understand that [the accuser’s version is completely believable.”

State prosecutors are seeking a Nine-year prison sentence for Alves if convicted while the lawyers representing his accuser want 12 years. His defense asked for his absolution, or if found guilty a one-year sentence plus €50,000 ($54,000) compensation for the victim.

The 40-year-old Alves was escorted in handcuffs into the small courtroom wearing a long-sleeve white sweater, dark trousers and glasses. His mother was present outside, as she has been the entire trial. His wife was there only on Tuesday when she testified that he had arrived home “smelling of alcohol” after the alleged assault.

The three-day trial concludes Wednesday. A verdict normally takes weeks to be delivered.

The woman testified on Monday behind closed doors on order of the court. State prosecutors asked for the court to take extra measures to protect her identity after a video circulated on social media last month that allegedly identified the woman.

A friend and cousin of the woman who went dancing with her that night told the three-judge panel Monday that after she exited the bathroom she was distraught and told them Alves “hurt her badly” by sexually assaulting her.

Police officers who attended to the woman testified she was greatly shaken and told them she had been sexually assaulted by Alves. The officers said Tuesday she had to overcome her fears that “nobody would believe her” before she formally accused Alves. Another officer said the woman told him, “I don’t want money, I want justice.”

Alves’ friend who was with him that night said the soccer player drank wine and whiskey before going to the nightclub. Being drunk can be considered an extenuating factor by a court and lead to a shorter prison sentence.

According to his friend, Alves and the woman pressing charges danced together and showed “chemistry” before going into the bathroom and that he hadn’t noticed anything wrong with the woman afterward.

A forensic psychologist who examined the woman testified Wednesday that she was suffering from “post-traumatic” symptoms, a conclusion that was disputed by an outside expert called by the defense.

Alves has been in pre-trial jail since being detained on Jan. 20, 2023. His requests for bail were denied because the court considered him a flight risk, despite his offer to hand over his passport and wear a tracking device. Brazil does not extradite its own citizens when they are sentenced in other countries.

Alves modified his defense during the investigative phase while in custody.

At first, he denied any sexual contact with her, only to later admit to a sexual encounter that he said was consented to by the woman. He said he had been trying to save his marriage by not admitting to the sexual encounter initially.

Alves was ordered before the trial to set aside €150,000 ($162,000) to pay the woman if he is found guilty and ordered to pay damages.

This is the first high-profile sex crime trial since Spain overhauled its legislation in 2022 to make consent, or the lack thereof, central to defining a sex crime in response to an upswell of protests after a gang-rape case during the San Fermin bull-running festival in Pamplona in 2016. The legislation popularly known as the “only yes means yes” law defines consent as an explicit expression of a person’s will, making it clear that silence or passivity do not equal consent.

Under the law, the crime of sexual assault takes in a wide array of crimes from online abuse and groping to rape, each with different punishments.

Alves won major titles with elite clubs including Barcelona, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain. He also helped Brazil win two Copa Americas and an Olympic gold medal at age 38. He played at his third World Cup, the only major title he’s not won, in 2022. He played for Barcelona from 2008-16 and briefly rejoined the club in 2022. He still has a residence near the city.

Alves’ contract with Mexican club Pumas was terminated immediately after his arrest.

Otone Ogodo layout election: Completion of ongoing security/ Secretariat building, consolidating on peace & unity among landlords. others among our 4 points focus- Nurudeen Oluoboh assures

The Otone Ogodo landlords Association has reelected incumbent Chairman of the layout Evang. Engr. Nurudeen Oluoboh as chairman to continually pilot the affairs of the layout. In the next two years..

The election which was conducted Sunday February 18, 2024 during the Otone Ogodo landlords Association, Annual General Meeting, AGM, witnessed the return of most of the exco members unopposed in order for them to. sustain their service to the advancement of the layout.

The reelected Chairman, Evang. Engr. Nurudeen Oluoboh on behalf of the other executive members  in his acceptance speech assured that he will focus on four point agenda which include Completion of ongoing security/ Secretariat building, consolidating on peace & unity among landlords, Proposed a mandatory levy of 10,000 Naira Annually for drainage and road maintenance as well as to strengthen the architecture in the layout among other development projects.

Engr. Nurudeen Oluoboh solicited for the support of the layout landlords and tenants in order for the administration to succeed , according to him “We Need Your Support Because You Elected Us To Serve And For The Progress Of The Layout, I assure you that this executive shall improve on our service and do more to uplift the layout to more enviable heights for others to emulate”. He stated.

He as well commended the landlords for their support and cooperation in his first term, urging them to sustain it. Just as he also stressed the need for all stakeholders to remain united and seek better ways to come key into the four point agenda of the administration and also give fresh ideas on how to input additional value to the growth of the area and for the betterment of Jeddo as a community, Okpe LGA and Delta State at large.

The newly elected Otone Ogodo layout landlords Association executive to pilot its affairs in the next two years are mandate term are:

,Evang. Engr. Nurudeen Oluoboh- Chairman
2. Evah Tamarapreye- Vice Chairman
3. Ifeanyi Ogugua- Secretary
4. Sunny Ughanlu- Assistant Secretary
5. Benedict Onenojieide – Treasurer
6. Fidelis Omokhuale – Financial Secretary
7. Mrs Ebita- Welfare
8. Ifeanyi Unegbu- Provost Marshal and
9. Asare Segun- Ex- Officio.

10th Anniversary: Advocate Publication Focuses on Inaugural Lecture on Youth Empowerment & Leadership Evolution

Advocate Publication Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC), Chaired by Mr. Abraham Ogbodo, former Editor of Guardian has instituted a public lecture series as part activities marking Advocate Newspaper 10th year in business.

The Advocate Lecture Board of Council parades other seasoned journalists including Mr Yafugborhi Egufe (Vanguard Newspaper) – Head, Planning; Mr Onojeghen Okpare Theophilu, Anipri, (CEO, Niger Delta Today Online) – Head, Contacts and Logistics; Akpobaro Umukoro Esq. (Former Station Manager, AIT) – Head, Legal; Hon. Justice Iyasere (Independent Newspaper) – Head, Research and Documentation.

Other members of the board are; Mr Emmanuel Enebeli, Anipri, (CEO of Bell Media Consult Ltd) – Head, Finance; Mr. Fredrick Umuerure (Crown FM Warri/Asaba) -Head, Media/Publicity; while Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, Anipri (CEO of Advocate Publication Ltd) serves as the Secretary-General.

The ALSBC in a statement issued and signed by its Secretary-General, Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, said the board is pleased to announce its inaugural lecture series on the theme “Youth Empowerment and Leadership Evolution: Rethinking Nigeria’s Leadership Recruitment Process.”

Advocate Publication Ltd takes pride in promoting intellectual discourse and fostering meaningful conversations on issues of nation building.

“This landmark event is part of the activities marking the 10th Anniversary of Advocate Newspaper and will take place April 17th, 2024, at the prestigious Wetland Hotel in Ughelli, Delta State.

“The Advocate Publication Ltd Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC) is excited to host this significant event which aims at fostering critical discussions on empowering Nigeria’s youth and rejigging the process of leadership recruitment in our country.

“As we celebrate a decade of providing insightful journalism and impactful storytelling through Advocate Newspaper, we recognize the importance of engaging in thought-provoking conversations that address the pressing issues facing our society.

“The inaugural lecture series will feature distinguished speakers, including renowned scholars, policymakers, youth leaders, and civil society representatives, who will share their expertise and perspectives on youth empowerment and leadership evolution. The event will include keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions designed to stimulate dialogue and inspire innovative solutions.

Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, Secretary General of the Advocate Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC), expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, stating, “We are honored to host this inaugural lecture series as part of Advocate Newspaper’s 10th Anniversary celebrations. By bringing together thought leaders and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, we aim to catalyze positive change and drive progress towards a more inclusive and empowered society.”

The Advocate Publication’s Inaugural Lecture Series promises to be a unique event, bringing together stakeholders from across Nigeria and beyond to explore strategies for empowering the youth and shaping the future of leadership in our country. We invite members of the media, government officials, academics, youth advocates, and the general public to join us for this important conversation.

You increased my justification support for financial autonomy for LGCs, Governor Oborevwori declares

**As he commissions Warri South Cottage Hospital

By: Celestine Ukah  

Dr. Michael Tidi (left) conducting Governor Oborevwori round the newly commissioned cottage hospital, while The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, Orosuen of Okere-Urhobo kingdom & other dignitaries observe

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, says the ultra-modern 30 bed cottage hospital built in the heart of Warri, by the Dr. Michael Tidi Administration of Warri South Local Government, is a good testament to why local government administration is needed and buttresses his support for financial autonomy for local government councils.

Photo-Grid of sections of the interior and exterior of Warri South Council Cottage Hospital

The Governor, who made the assertion Wednesday February 21, shortly before commissioning the healthcare edifice at the former playground in Upper Erejuwa Road, Warri, said the project pleased him, because it will advance health care at the grassroots, which is cardinal programme of his administration.

Governor Oborevwori, stated that Warri South Local Government Council, under the leadership of Dr. Michael Tidi, has performed very well, saying he expects the progress to be sustained by the next administration of the council.

A Cross Section of Itsekiri & Urhobo traditional dancers, entertaining during the commissioning

Chairman of Warri South Local Government Area, Dr. Michael Tidi, had in his opening address, noted that his administration made tremendous progress in the primary health care sector.

According to Dr. Tidi, from available statistics, Warri South Local Government Council under his leadership, was able to consistently and effectively carry out Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIA) such as National Immunization Plus Days, Integrated Measles Campaigns (MC) and Yellow Fever Campaigns Outbreak Response, adding, “since 2020 till date, the coverage has improved tremendously.”

Dr. Michael Tidi (left) conducting Governor Oborevwori round the newly commissioned cottage hospital, while The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, Orosuen of Okere-Urhobo kingdom & other dignitaries observe

Whilst noting that the recommendations from the two Warri Economic Summits organized by his administration, gave birth to some of the mind boggling people-oriented projects being witnessed in Warri South Local Government Area, Dr. Tidi, outlined the achievements of his administration, to include: “Complete renovation and painting of the main secretariat (Warri South Council Main Secretariat) building which included the Local Education Authority Building, Rehabilitation and renovation of Water scheme at Ode-Itsekiri, Ugbuwangue, Orere-Uluba, Omadino/Obodo, Usele, Orugbo, Ajamimogha, GRA and Esisi, Construction and sinking of borehole water scheme in the twenty (20) DSIEC wards of the LGA, Renovation of Ugbuwangue Modern Market hitherto built by DESOPADEC, Construction of 120 open market stalls at Ugbuwangue Modern Market, Purchase of two (2) refuse compact trucks, Renovation and furnishing of the legislative complex, Construction of perimeter fence at Ekurede Urhobo Primary Health Care, Purchase and distribution of six (6) fishing fiber boats and 15 HiP Yamaha Boat Center, Purchase of Computers and generator engine to cooperative societies, Rehabilitation of some very bad spots on our roads in Warri South Local Government Area, Purchase of Toyota Sienna 2011 Model for NULGE, Warri South Local Government Chapter, Perimeter fencing and renovation of Omadino Primary health care, painting kerbs, reactivation of some boreholes and opening of layout at Omadino, Rehabilitation of leaking roof/replacement of bad Aluminum roofing sheets plumbing works, electrical works and amendment/proper reconstruction of some sock away pits amendment to the cracked walls and floors in most of the Primary Health Care Centre, Re-construction of Warri South Local Government Lodge, Construction / donation of 200 polished desk and chairs to Ubeji Primary School, Construction and donation of 100 polished desk and chairs to Edjeba Primary School.
• Installation of solar street light at Okere-Urhobo Phase 2.
• Installation of solar street light at Bowen ward.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Igbudu.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Ukpokiti.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Okere.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at McDermott.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Okpeki/Olodi.
· Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Pessu Road.
• Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Esisi Ward.
• Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Warri GRA.
• Construction / sinking of borehole (Water Scheme) at Mesharun Street.
• Renovation of Ajamimogha Town Hall.
• Construction of two (2) public toilets at Ode-Itsekiri.
• Construction of two (2) public toilets at Ugbuwangue.
• Construction of two (2) public toilets at Orugbo.
• Provision of 24 sets of classroom tables and chairs including painting / refurbishing of the classroom at Ogiame Primary School, Ekurede Itsekiri. at Ugbori/Ekurede Ward.
• Construction and donation of one (1) wooden boat with capacity of 100 persons to Ode-Itsekiti and adjoining communities.
• Procurement of Mercedes Benz 1513 tipper.
• Renovation of Agbarha Magistrate Court, including building of offices, toilet facilities, perimeter fencing, sand filling of the premises and installation of ceiling fans.
• Economic empowerment programme for 250 small scale business enterprises.
• Completion and furnishing of Omadino Primary Health Center / perimeter fencing of the facility.
• Total re-roofing of Urban Primary Health Center.
• Rebuilding of collapsed fence at Eboh Primary Health Center.
• Supplies of hospital equipment: Beds (10), BP Apparatus (10), Stethoscope (5), Examination Couch (5), Delivery Beds (5), Fetal Dopplers (15), Infrared Thermometer (10), Infant weighing scale (5), Body cots (5), instruments – Artery forceps of various sizes and shapes.
• Supports for various programmes both national state and local e.g. National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDS), Integrated Measles Campaigns (IMC) Malaria Programmes e.g. Distribution of insecticides treated nets (ITNS) Family Planning, Nutrition, TB Disease surveillance, etc.
• Support payments of non-technical voluntary staff in Health facilities and the
• Construction/furnishing of the New Warri South Local Government Council lodge.”

Dr. Tidi, added: “In the area of environment, my administration has not relented, as we have on a daily basis, ensured constant de-weeding, cleaning of the drainages and regular evacuation of waste to the dump site. Our modest efforts were recognized by the immediate and previous past State Commissioners of Environment, who had declared Warri South as the cleanest LGA in Delta State.

“I want to use this opportunity to on behalf of our people sincerely thank your Excellency for the construction of the flyover and the connecting roads in Warri that are already ongoing, the street lights and many more projects, that time would not permit me to mention here sir, the impact of your MORE Agenda are laudable.

“The beauty these projects are already bringing to Warri, is further changing the narratives of Warri for good.

“The Cottage Hospital you are about to commission was built for the purpose of efficient health care service delivery to our people. To put the facility to its optimum use, therefore, I appeal that you use your good offices to assist us with qualified medical personnel that could help put the facility to its maximum use, in order to achieve the desired purpose of bringing quality health care services closer to our people.”

Former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmauel Uduaghan, in his remarks, commended Dr. Tidi for the project, saying he is delighted that the Erejuwa Playground has become health facility.

The Cottage Hospital, comprises Admin room, Card room, Nurse station, Male and female Wards, Private Ward, Pediatric Ward (for children) Chief Matron room, Labour Ward, Milking Station (for breastfeeding mothers) Recovery rooms, Main theatre, Scan rooms, Scrub and storage room (for staff) Theatre room, Treatment room, Lab, Chief Medical Consultancy and Conveniences.

The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Orosuen of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, HRM Morris Ogheneochuko Eyekpimi, the Regent of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom, the Vice Chairman of Warri South Local Government Area, Chief (Mrs.) Divine Ann Iniovosa, the member representing Warri South Constituency I in the Delta State House of Assembly, Dr. Augustine Uroye, representative of the member representing Warri South constituency II in Delta State House of Assembly, former three-time Chairman of Warri South Local Government and Warri South PDP Leader, Chief Joseph Otumara, Chief Israel Abido, Chief (Dr.) Roland Oritsejafor, Hon. Omimi Esquire, Hon. Kenneth Efejuku as well as Warri South PDP Chairman, Mr. Johnson Agbeyegbe, were among other prominent personalities that attended the colourful ceremony.