Delta approves N275bn projects, mobilises contractors with 40% payment Delta State Government has said that no state government in the country had approved projects worth N275 billion and mobilised contractors to the tune of 40 percent for such projects at a single EXCO meeting. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr…
Idris Ojoko Foundation (IOF) introduces publication on skills acquisition programmes, targets creation of 50,000 jobs In an effort to combat unemployment and foster self-employment, the Idris Ojoko Foundation (IOF) is set to launch its Non-Profit Organization as announced by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Idris Ojoko, adding that the foundation aims to implement organized skills…
Delta Introduces Whistle-blowing Policy to Ensure Quality Projects Delta State Government, Wednesday, launched a whistle-blowing policy to enable citizens report poor quality and substandard projects delivery in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, announced the establishment of the policy at a news conference in Asaba, the…
Warri Urhobo National Congress mourns Pa Clark By Wilson Macaulay The Warri Urhobo National Congress (WUNC) has expressed heartfelt condolences over the passing of Pa. Edwin Kiagbodo Clarke, a revered statesman, legal icon, and fearless crusader for the rights of the Niger Delta, whose transition has resulted in an immense loss for the Warri Urhobo…
Nasarawa Assembly confirms 16 commissioner nominees, receives apology from Kwanta On February 18, 2025, the Nasarawa State House of Assembly confirmed all 16 commissioner nominees submitted by Governor Abdullahi Sule on February 10. The nominees include a mix of returning members and new faces, with three women among them. The Speaker of the House, Danladi…
David Mark Pays Tribute to Edwin Clark and Ayo Adebanjo …..Describes them as last titans Senator David Mark, former President of the Senate, has bemoaned the passing of two illustrious elder statesmen and patriots: Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, former Federal Commissioner for Information, and Pa Ayo Adebanjo. “Their demise marks the end of an era…
APC/PDP crisis: Davido accuses Osun Police Commissioner of misconduct Nigerian Afrobeat Star, Davido, also known as David Adeleke has publicly criticized the Osun State Commissioner of Police, CP, Mohammed Umar Abba, over the ongoing political crisis in Osun State. He accused the Commissioner of Police of failing to uphold the rule of law amidst heightened…
Oborevwori bags award for good governance Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, has been honored by the Ethiope Baptist Conference for his exceptional contributions to human capital development, the promotion of good governance, and the growth and advancement of God’s kingdom. The award was presented to Governor Oborevwori during the 11th Annual Ethiope…
Delta Devt: Odutemu drums support for Oborevwori, urges humility from public officers The Archbishop of Bendel Province and Bishop of Ughelli Diocese (Anglican Communion), His Grace, Most Revd. Cyril Odutemu, has called on all Deltans, both at home and diaspora, to queue behind Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to develop the State. The cleric made the call…
Unfolding Oborevwori’s N275bn bumper projects for Deltans By Festus Ahon THURSDAY, February 13, 2025, remains a great day for Deltans as history was made since the state’s creation 34 years ago when in one single State Executive Council meeting, projects worth N275 billion were approved for construction across all sectors in the three senatorial districts…