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Governor Okowa hails  Dein of Agbor as he clocks 45

Governor of Delta and Vice-Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated the Dein of Agbor Kingdom, Benjamin Ikenchukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, on his 45th birth anniversary.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Tuesday, in Asaba, Okowa described the monarch as one of Nigeria’s most respected kings, whose virtues testify to his pedigree.

He noted that the monarch’s reign had been peaceful and commended him for creating an investor-friendly environment since he ascended the ancient throne of his forefathers.

According to the governor, Dein Keagborekuzi’s reign has been of great benefit to the people of Agbor Kingdom, Delta State and indeed, the nation.

“Over the years, His Majesty has continued to support the state government in addressing issues of unemployment, social deviance and other vices among youths in his Kingdom.

“You have remained a source of pride and inspiration to the traditional institution with your royal carriage which you have exemplified in the discharge of your duties.

“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate Your Majesty, Benjamin Ikenchukwu I, the Dein of Agbor Kingdom, on the occasion of your 45th birth anniversary.

“We pray that the Almighty God will continue to give you good health and wisdom to pilot the traditional affairs of your kingdom and offer valuable contributions to the development of our dear state and country in the years ahead,” he said.

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Russia Ukraine War: Togo, Gabon join Common Wealth as members now 56

Commonwealth flags in Parliament Square London

By: Celestine Ukah

*Samoa to host 2024 edition of CHOGM

Following the rising tension and invasion of Ukraine by Russia, Togo and Gabon two West Africa French speaking countries have joined the Common Wealth Countries.

They were admitted into the organization recently at just concluded Common Wealth Heads of Government Meeting held in Rwanda, Africa.

With the admission of Togo and Gabon into the fold of the Common Wealth the total members countries now 56 countries, the two west Africa French speaking countries were admitted despite being French speaking even though the Common Wealth is for British colony countries spanning through Africa, America. Europe, Asia and Middle East as member countries.

It is however connected to the fear of what’s going on in Ukraine where Russia has invaded the country, the two small African Countries are easily looking to hookup with stronger bodies for help by any external aggression against any of the States.

84 million Nigerians already captured in voters register- INEC  Boss, Prof .Yakubu 

By: Celestine Ukah

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu says the Commission has captured total of 84 million Nigerians into the voters register with a view of the number increasing due to the continuous voter registration nation wide.

Prof. Yakubu disclosed this in a conference held by INEC Monday, he noted that the voting strength of Nigeria is more than 11 countries put together making it very complex in conducting elections and managing human resources, hence early preparation enables smooth conduct of polls.

He reiterated INEC’s commitment to do what is right and make sure the will of the people is uphold at all time.

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Submit your arms in 10 days or face bombardment Uzodimma warns, grants amnesty to bandits operating in Imo

.*Says Buhari to commission Owerri/Orlu, Owerri/Okigwe Road, flag-off Owerri/Umuahia Road

*Lay foundation for International Conference Centre

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has granted a10-day window to bandits operating and hibernating in the forests in Imo State to leave the place immediately and surrender themselves and their arms to their traditional rulers for unconditional pardon or face bombardment if they fail to do so.

The 10-day amnesty grace by the Governor is with immediate effect and will be visited with severe consequences if not taken seriously by the bandits.

Governor Uzodimma who spoke at the Government House Chapel Owerri while addressing the congregation after Sunday Service said that government has decided to rid the forests in Imo State of bandits and accordingly, has procured the necessary equipment for the purpose, hence the need for those of them who want to be reintegrated into the society to take advantage of the amnesty and quit now and hand over their arms.

The Governor also said that Imo State will be hosting the annual Army Day Celebration from June 30 to July 6, 2022 and that no fewer than 10,000 military personnel drawn from the Army, Navy, Air Force, the Police, among others would be in attendance.

They would be led by the Army Chief, the Naval Chief, the Air Force Chief, the Police Chief, among others, according to the Governor.

President Muhammadu Buhari who is expected to declare open the Army Day celebration has also fixed July 12 – 13 as the period he would commission the Owerri-Orlu and Owerri-Okigwe roads as well as perform the flag-off of the construction of Owerri – Mbaise – Umuahia (from Fire Service) and the Orlu-Akokwa roads and the foundation laying ceremony of the Imo International Conference Centre in Owerri.

Governor Uzodimma said the new roads will still be handled by Cranburg.

While congratulating Imo people for the relative peace that has returned to the State, the Governor explained that effective Monday, June 27, “Imo State will take delivery of military equipment that will be used to clear the remnants of bandits hiding in various bushes in the State.”

He however gave 10 days to bandits still operating under any cover in the forests to come out of their caves, “where necessary, report themselves to their traditional rulers or their Council Chairmen so that Government will grant them Amnesty.”H

He emphasised that the period of grace will not be extended as those who fail to take advantage of it will have themselves to blame.

The Governor said: “The State is more determined now than before to clear all bandits and to achieve this, the expected equipment and additional recruitment of more Ebube-Agu personnel working in collaboration with the Security Agencies in the State will be used to clear all the waterways and ride the state of bandits including crude-oil theft. All the waterways are under surveillance with the delivery of new Naval Equipment to the Naval Base in Oguta.”

Governor Uzodimma further directed the Interim Management Committee Chairmen of the 27 Local Government Areas in the State and the newly inaugurated 52 Coordinators of the Development Centres to resume fully in their headquarters and cooperate with their members and the Town Union President Generals to drive the Government message on security home.

Furthermore, he reiterated his assurance that the LGA elections will be conducted this year, adding that the ISIEC had been asked to resume the process towards the election.

Governor Uzodimma promised that “the election will be transparent, free and fair and only popular candidates will contest and win.”

The Governor told those aspiring to contest to go and sell themselves to their people instead of coming to loiter around the Government House Owerri seeking for endorsement they will not get.

He said his administration will like to leave behind a strong Local Government System that will stand the test of time.

The Governor thanked the congregation and the people of Imo State for their continued support for his administration, noting that “those who thought that they will destabilise the State have failed and will continue to fail.”

Road to 2023: Imperative of Onyeme’s Emergence as Delta PDP Deputy Governorship Candidate for Ndokwa Nation

Since the creation of Delta State on 27th August, 1991 when Bendel State was split into Edo and Delta States, following the agitations for the creation of a separate, distinct state by the people of the old Delta Province, Ndokwa people have been making frantic efforts to occupy the governorship or deputy governorship positions, but all to no avail.

In 1993, following the lifting of ban on political activities by the President Ibrahim Babangida led military junta and the subsequent general elections which was later annulled, a prominent Ndokwa son was the governorship candidate of the defunct National Republican Convention NRC.

Professor Eric Opia
Was the well known son of Ndokwa nation, who confronted the Social Democratic Party SDP, candidate Olorogun Felix Ibru, in a hotly contested election that was won by the later.

In 2011, another Ndokwa son and current Delta State Commissioner for Finance, Chief Fidelis Tilije, was the deputy governorship candidate of the Democratic People’s Party DPP, and was also not successful.

However, history beckons as a prominent Ndokwa son, Chief Monday Onyeme, has been nominated for the deputy governorship candidate of the People’s  Democratic Party PDP, in the  2023 general elections.

Therefore, the 2023 general elections, especially the governorship contest will not only be interesting but will be significant for the PDP family and Ndokwa Nation in particular.

The 2023 Governorship election is important in the sense that the deputy governorship candidate, Chief Onyeme is a man that is most suitable for the exalted position. He is one of the most influential and popular politicians in Ndokwa nation. A man who has touched many lives positively.

A grassroot politician who is always willing to identify with low and mighty in the community, Chief Onyeme is also a bridge builder with a generous heart. Today, the Monday Onyeme  foundation has made great impacts in the education development of not only in Ndokwa nation, but the entire state in general.

Servant leaders value people for who they are, not just for what they give to them. Servant leaders are committed first and foremost to people—particularly, their followers, an attribute that makes Onyeme to stand out amongst others.

His emergence as the deputy governorship candidate is obviously a great plus to the PDP in Delta state. He has the energy and the zeal and the people believe in him. Most importantly, his emergence like his principal, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori will remain a source of inspiration to the young and upcoming politicians that no matter your background, one will definitely achieve that which he is focused on.

Onyeme’s emergence has also rekindled the hopes of those who believe in positive virtues as a way of life, that it pays to be good and generous, no matter the circumstances.

Now that God has placed him in this position it is expected that he should bring everyone on board and reach out to those who probably maybe on the other side of the divide, so that PDP members will approach the general elections as one united family. This way, the election will be seamless especially in Ndokwa nation.

The Ndokwa people on the other hand should reciprocate this kind gesture by mobilizing massive support for the party in the state by ensuring that the party wins with landslides in all the elections, in 2023.

One thing that is certain by God grace is that the Ndokwa nation will break the jinx in 2023 general elections and the doors of opportunities will be open for the overall empowerment and development of the Ndokwa nation.

Barth is the Councillor Representing Ward 7, Ndokwa West legislative Arm, Delta State.

2023 Election: The Use Of New Machine-BVAS

This is an important message that we must all read and forward to our people and groups.

1. INEC will be using BVAS (Bimordal Verification Accreditation System) in the coming General Election. It is replacing the Smart Card Reader used in previous General Elections from 2015.
2. It means before anyone with a PVC is allowed to cast his vote—the person must be accredited with the help of the BVAS Machine. If the person is not accredited, he will not be allowed to vote.
3. The BVAS accreditation will be through thumbprint and Facial Expression. It means, once a voter’s thumb is placed on the machine, the person’s information on the INEC portal will pop up. If the thumbprint doesn’t work, the BVAS machine will be placed across the person’s face to capture his image-once, it is captured by the machine, the person’s information will pop up and such voter will be accredited to vote.
4. The advantage of the BVAS is that it reduces rigging and electoral malpractices considerably. Now, a voter must be verified that he is the owner of the card before he will be accredited to vote. It is now one man, one vote.
5. This BVAS Machine has been used in different Bye and State Elections i.e. Delta State, Anambra State Gubernatorial Election 2021, FCT Council Election in February, and the recent concluded Ekiti State Gubernatorial Election.

THE MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THE BVAS MACHINE.

We ran a thorough research on the functionality of the BVAS machine through the reports received from the places it has been used so far for elections.

It’s just a common problem that was discovered: the BVAS machine couldn’t successfully accredit many voters through their facial expressions. Thus, many voters even with their PVCs were disenfranchised in those elections.

This issue affect particularly the aged people and those whose PVCs were given in 2010/2011, 2014/2015. The BVAS couldn’t successfully connect their present images with the ones uploaded years back during the registration processes.

We need to put a preventive measure in place now so that our people won’t be disenfranchised in the 2023 General Election.

SOLUTION

1. I would advise that those whose cards were given 2010/2011, 2014/2015, 2018/2019 should do revalidation which means they should upload their current images on the INEC Registration Portal.

2. The Voter’s Cards from 2010/2011 does not expire. It is permanent. So, you won’t be given a new card if you do revalidation, it only means you have uploaded your recent picture for accreditation purpose in the coming election.

AYOJIDE IBITOYE
National Youth Secretary
*Initiative for A Better and Brighter Nigeria IIBBN.

Don’t hide what God has done for you, say it get more – PST. Bright charges Christians

ByCelestine Ukah

*As Shalom Baptist Church celebrates 2022 midyear Thanksgiving

The minister in charge of Shalom Baptist Church, Ekpan, Delta State, PST. Opate Bright has charged Christians to always testify of the things God has done for them and shun hiding the blessings of God upon them in order for them to get more from God for He loves a testifier .

The renowned Man of God, PST. Bright gave the charge Sunday June 26, 2022 during this year’s midyear Thanksgiving held in the church, while delivering his sermon titled: Celebrating God Faithfulness from the book of Psalm 89:1-2, the Man of God pointed out that celebrating God faithfulness means making known what God has done to all generations as well as declaring God glory.

The clergy Man also harped on the midyear Thanksgiving to admonish Christians to make sure they thank God wholeheartedly, purposefully, sacrificially and cheerfully.

High point of the service was special prayers to members and general prayers to all Nigerians for unity peace, protection of all in the country and restoration of peace among Ukraine and Russia.

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