The Youths of Oil and Gas Host Communities of Nigeria (HOSTCON) have lauded the appointment of Senator Ned Nwoko, the distinguished representative of Delta North Senatorial District, as Chairman of the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft. In a statement issued by the National President of HOSTCON, Comrade Emmanuel Fiawei Pathfinder, the council described Senator Nwoko’s appointment by the 10th Senate, under the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, as a critical development for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. HOSTCON sees this as a significant opportunity to reshape the entire oil and gas value chain in the country. “We…
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By Julius Oweh Towards this goal ,the Prince Ned Nwoko Foundation within week in Abuja hosted a high level malaria vaccine workshop with the theme ‘Building and Strengthening Sustainable Malaria Manufacturing Ecosystem in Nigeria’. These facts were disclosed through the verified X handle of the senator. According him ,the workshop attracted key stakeholders, including researchers, policymakers and industry leaders with the noble aim of producing homegrown vaccine. The senator also explained his passion towards the eradication of malaria in Africa. Listen to Him:’For years. I have invested heavily in this cause, personally donating over $20 million to various universities across…
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has described Chief Hyacinth Enuha, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as an astute politician and bridge builder. In a message on his birthday, Omo-Agege noted as a leader, Enuha brought his astuteness and goodwill to bear and contributed a great deal to the impressive performance of the APC in Delta State in the 2023 general elections. “And as our great party is poised to complete the job in 2027, your stabilising role in forging unity and togetherness will be crucial in the months ahead. As a founding father…
Elder Statesman and Ex- National Chairman of the defunct National Republican Convention (NRC), High Chief Tom Ikimi, CON, the Oduma of Esan land, has expressed deep sadness at the news of the demise if former Presidential Spokesman, Dr Doyin Okupe. Okupe passed away in the early hours of Friday, March 7, 2025, after a brief illness in Lagos, Nigeria. In a statement he personally signed on Saturday on behalf of himself and the other members of the national executive committee of the then NRC, Chief Ikimi said the late Okupe “was not only a devoted Christian but also a passionate…
The Women of Delta State have been charged with fostering unity, love, and peace amongst themselves and their communities to achieve a more empowered and inclusive society. The women who gathered at the Dome event center, Asaba on Friday, March 7, 2025 were also implored to be change-agents in their different spheres of endeavours. This call was made by Her Excellency, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori while speaking on the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day celebration titled, “Accelerate Action”. Deaconess Oborevwori stated that the theme for this year’s celebration emphasizes the need to speed up efforts to end barriers that…
Senator Seriake Dickson has disclosed that he was not aware of the emergency sitting of the Ethics and Disciplinary Committee because he was attending a 3 day workshop on the Tax Reform Bill which started Wednesday 5th of March and ended on the evening of Friday 7 March. He made the statement when he led members of the opposition lawmakers on a visit to their suspended colleague, Senator Natasha Akpoti- Uduaghan on Friday 7 March at her residence in Abuja. He said he was not available to sit as a member of the Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, Privileges,…
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has broken silence over the recent altercation between the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and the now-suspended lawmaker representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghen. According to Tinubu, the Legislative Chamber is handling matters appropriately. She explained that the Senate is a matured Chamber which must be treated with respect. The First Lady’s remarks were contained in a statement by her Senior Special Assistant on Media, on Thursday, Busola Kukoyi, March 6. The statement partly reads: “First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, says the Nigerian Senate, remains a ‘matured’ institution that must be treated with respect. “She made…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR It was a memorable occasion at the Sports University of Nigeria (SUN), Idumuje-Ugboko, Delta State, as the institution held its first-ever matriculation ceremony on Thursday, 6th March, 2025, officially welcoming 98 pioneer students into its academic community. The combined matriculation ceremony for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 sets marked a historic milestone in the university’s vision of redefining sports education in Nigeria and across Africa. Speaking on the development via his X (Twitter) handle, the Chancellor and Founder of the university, Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, described the ceremony as a significant step in the mission to…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly has become an influential figure through his various humanitarian projects aimed at improving the lives of his constituents. One of his notable initiatives is his commitment to providing solar-powered boreholes and street lights in various communities in the region. This move is a reflection of his deep concern for the underserved populations. His contributions in these areas address several critical needs, including access to clean water, reliable energy, and improved public infrastructure. Solar-Powered Water Boreholes Access to clean and potable water remains a significant challenge for many…
The Prime Minister of Warri Kingdom and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Chief Ayiri Emami, has praised former Deputy Senate President, Obarisi Ovie Omo-Agege, for his unwavering commitment to the APC. Speaking during an APC interactive stakeholders’ meeting in Delta South Senatorial District with Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR (KSJI), at Ogbe-Ijoh, Warri South Local Government Area, Emami noted that if there is anyone truly representing the APC, it is Senator Omo-Agege, describing him as a leader who stands out within the party in Delta. Emami emphasized the need for party unity, internal discipline, and strategic…