A prominent member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance APGA in Anambra State, and foremost Board of Trustees member of the party, Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka has again reaffirmed his conviction that Governor Charles Soludo is the man to beat in the 2025 governorship election. Ezeonwuka, who spoke with journalists in an interview, stated that he is even more strongly convinced now than ever that Soludo has no rival in the coming elections. In his argument, the business mogul argued that no one is better qualified to rule the state than the former Central Bank governor. He stated, “When in an…
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Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, was a distinguished guest at the 2024 Otu- Oka-Iwu Week, a major event that gathers political leaders, traditional rulers, and cultural figures to discuss crucial issues impacting the Igbo people. The theme of this year’s week-long celebration, “Strengthening Igbo Unity: The Quest for the Creation of a New State in the South-East,” served as a platform to address regional and national challenges while also exploring ways to foster greater unity and development within the Igbo community. During his speech, Senator Nwoko underscored the need for unity among the Igbo, stressing that collective…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE In the 10th National Assembly, the name Senator Ned Nwoko rings a loud bell. For the first time in the history of Nigeria’s senate, a committee was created due to the ingenuity of a first time opposition senator. That is the Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation. And the chairman is a first time opposition party Senator, Prince Ned Munir Nwoko. The reason is not far-fetched. Senator Nwoko has a creative mindset to transform the economy of the nation. Since he came into Nigeria from the United Kingdom and became a member of the House of Representatives…
A Pan Igbo Development Youths group, Ndigbo Progressive Youth Coalition (NPYC), has commended the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Mele Kolo Kyari for his efforts in boosting the oil fortunes of Nigeria. The group also commended the Management of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) for their incessant efforts and role in securing the Pipeline infrastructure of Nigeria which has resulted to a boost in the production quantum of Nigeria. Contained in a statement signed and issued by the President, Comrade Ikechukwu Ude and Secretary, Mr Chris Donatus in Umuahia, Abia State Capital…
On admission into Nigeria’s premier university, the University of Ibadan, one is arbitrarily assigned to one of the Halls of Residence. I was assigned to Independence Hall. It was a great hall, but we had a vibrant rivalry with our neighbours (‘Zikites’), the residents of Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall, popularly known as Zik Hall. The rivalry was analogous to that of Manchester United and Manchester City football clubs. Sir Alex Ferguson, legendary Manager of Man Utd, famously described Man City as ‘our noisy neighbours’. Zikites were truly noisy. Their aggressiveness and the proximity of Zik Hall to the University Zoo led…
Written by Ejime Udueme Profiling of immigrants refers to the process of collecting and analyzing data on immigrants to identify patterns, characteristics, and behaviors. This can include gathering information on Demographic characteristics such as Age, gender, nationality, ethnicity, language, and education level. Profiling immigrants can be complex and sensitive issue. The move ultimately helps to address population growth and crime concerns. The merits of profiling include Improved Border Control,Biometric data collection and intelligent surveillance systems at the border which will assist identify and track individuals with criminal records or suspicious activities. Also, targeted screening of immigrants from high-risk countries or…
Abel Johngold is a prominent journalist and media professional based in Delta State, Nigeria. He is the publisher of Spade Nigeria, an online news platform that provides news and analysis across various topics. Johngold also holds the position of Chairman of the Federal Information Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Delta State Council. His contributions to journalism in Delta State have earned him recognition and respect within the media community. Recently, Johngold gained public attention following the burial of his mother, Deaconess Victoria Omatie Esiorho. The ceremony, held in December 2023, was a significant event attended by dignitaries,…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has allocated a total of ₦1 billion as counterpart funding to combat severe erosion challenges in Amachai, Ogbeozoma, and Vanguard areas within the State Capital Territory. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ejiro Tommy Jamani, during the presentation of the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project – European Investment Bank (NEWMAP-EIB) engineering designs at the Prof. Chike Edozien Secretariat in Asaba on Thursday. In addition to the counterpart fund, Governor Oborevwori has provided an extra ₦300 million for the consultancy required to finalize detailed engineering designs, a crucial step…
Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Government’s economic policies for unleashing unprecedented hunger, poverty, and mass unemployment on Nigerians, turning Nigeria into the world’s poverty capital. Governor Oborevwori criticized Tinubu’s economic policies, especially the petroleum subsidy removal and floating of the Naira. He noted that whatever gains the subsidy removal would have brought have been swallowed by Naira devaluation and galloping inflation. The Delta State Governor stated this in a statement signed by his Executive Assistant on New Media, Mr. Felix Ofou, while reacting to Senator Ovie Omo-Agege’s statement as former…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, Vito Corsica Deck, representing Aniocha/Oshimili and Ika Federal Constituencies in Delta State, joined the global commemoration of World Human Rights Day on Tuesday in Asaba. In a press release signed by Comrade Michael Nwadei, the Pyrates Cap’n of Vito Corsica Deck, the organization underscored the importance of Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10th. The day serves as a powerful reminder of the principles outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which aims to uphold justice, dignity, and equality for all. However,…