By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr As the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence drew to a close on Tuesday, stakeholders in Delta State intensified calls for sustained action, stronger institutions, and community-driven solutions to eliminate violence against women and girls—especially in the rapidly expanding digital space. The grand finale event, held at the Prof. Chike Edozien Secretariat in Asaba, brought together key actors in the fight against GBV, including the Ministry of Justice, FIDA, Civil Society Organisations, faith-based women groups, teachers, students and the media. The symposium, themed “Unite to End Digital Violence Against All Women and…
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by PM News Former Anambra State governor and immediate past Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, has been arrested in Abuja by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ngige, a prominent political figure and former federal cabinet member, is currently being questioned by the anti-graft agency. His arrest was confirmed late Wednesday night in a statement issued by his former media aide, Fred Chukwulobe. Chukwulobe addressed growing speculation on social media suggesting that Ngige had been kidnapped, insisting that the reports were false. He clarified that the former minister voluntarily honoured the EFCC’s invitation and…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo Delta State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has congratulated the Delta State Sports Commission team for emerging champions of the 2025 Civil Service Week Football Tournament, marking a remarkable back-to-back victory. The defending champions held their nerve in a thrilling final, edging out the Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources 2–0 in a penalty shootout to retain the prestigious trophy. Dr. Oseji applauded the team’s exceptional performance, commending their talent, discipline, and determination, which she said reflect the spirit of excellence within the state’s workforce. She encouraged other civil servants across ministries, departments, and agencies…
Delta State has intensified its campaign to safeguard children, as the Chairman of the Delta State Child Rights Implementation Committee, Mrs. Oghenekevwe Agas, rallied stakeholders to strengthen child-protection systems across all Local Government Areas (LGAs). She reaffirmed that both the committee and the Ministry of Women Affairs remain fully active and responsive to all reports of child abuse. Agas, who also serves as Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Women Affairs, Community and Social Development, made the charge during a stakeholders’ meeting of the committee held at the Chike Edozien Secretariat, Asaba. The meeting brought together a wide array of partners in…
by Funke Egbemode The other room is the most important room in the home and in any woman’s life. Every woman knows that. So, don’t mind those who are pretending to be holier than the sacred sanctuary. It’s okay to have powers in and over the other rooms, but a woman who does not know how to wield the influence derivable and derived from the other room is indeed a powerless woman. Yes, the powers of the boardroom is plenty power. But what is the power of the boardroom without the power of the bedroom? At best, the power of…
by Femi Fabunmi Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider the heavy deployment of police and military personnel attached to his son, Seyi Tinubu, saying such resources are urgently needed in more insecure parts of the country. Soyinka made the appeal while speaking in honour of veteran poet, Odia Ofeimun, who received a special recognition award at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism held at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. Recounting an encounter at a hotel in Ikoyi, Soyinka said he was taken aback when he saw a young man surrounded by a…
by Yusuf Alli (Managing Editor, Northern Operation) The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN) for alleged terrorism financing. The ex-Minister is also to explain issues relating to money laundering, especially operation of suspicious accounts. Malami has been asked to account for his investment of about N10billion in Kebbi State, whereabouts of $322million Abacha loot recovered from Swiss account and about $22million from Island of Jersey in the UK. The EFCC was holding on to Malami as at 10pm on Tuesday because he has not been…
The Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) has reaffirmed its dedication to shielding micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from the financial implications of health emergencies. This commitment was underscored during the inaugural MSME Summit organized by the Delta State Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises Development Agency (DESMEDA). Representing the Director-General of the Commission, Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, Dr. Okeoghene Owigho conveyed warm congratulations to DESMEDA for hosting the summit, themed “Advancing Delta MSMEs: From Vision to MORE Value.” The theme aligns with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda, which aims to drive technological innovation and infrastructural development, ultimately enhancing MSME value…
In line with its mandate to strengthen its service delivery and ensure enrollee satisfaction, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) has commenced an intensive senior management training programme aimed at strengthening corporate performance and standardizing operations. The initiative forms part of DSCHC’s broader transition to a more efficient performance-driven institutional framework. Speaking during the opening of the 3-day capacity-building session, DSCHC Consultant, Dr. S.O. Nwachukwu, explained that many of the senior staff were initially deployed from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to support the Commission’s early operations. He noted that the civil service work culture differs from the…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo The Delta State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has applauded civil servants for their years of dedication and invaluable contributions to the state’s development, reassuring them that government remains committed to their wellbeing both in service and beyond. She gave the commendation in Asaba at the opening of a two-day Pre-Retirement Training Programme designed to equip workers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for a smooth transition into post-retirement life. Dr. Oseji described retirement not as an end, but “a new beginning—an opportunity to explore fresh horizons, nurture long-held passions, and embrace a fulfilling…