Author: Spade Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been described as a visionary leader and the only viable choice for the sustained development, growth and progress of Nigeria, at this time of its nationhood. The assertion was contained in a statement issued by the Conference of Niger Delta Coastal/Riverine People, a body of multi-sector professionals from the coastal and riverine communities of the Niger Delta region, living at home and abroad. The statement signed by its Chairman, Hon Lawrence Etta, and National Coordinator/Director of Mobilisation, Mr Fred Edoreh, alongside its Secretary, Public Relations and Research Officers, Henry Babatunde, Wilson Bodise, and Comrade Victor…

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, has congratulated the immediate past Governor of Delta State, , on his birthday. The Council described Senator Okowa as a humble, accessible, and listening leader whose administration positively impacted the lives of many Deltans. In a statement signed by Chairman, Comrade Churchill Oyowe, and Acting Secretary, Comrade Josephine Omodior, the Council praised his people-oriented leadership. The NUJ said Okowa’s administration, from 2015 to 2023, was distinguished by policies that promoted workers’ welfare and strengthened democratic governance. The Council recalled that his approval of notional promotions to Grade Level 17 ended years…

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As goodwill messages continue to pour in for former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, on the occasion of his 67th birthday, the member representing Oshimili South Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Bridget Ifechukwukwu Anyafulu, has described him as an exceptional statesman whose visionary leadership and enduring legacy have continued to shape the socio-economic and political landscape of Delta State. Anyafulu, in a heartfelt goodwill message made available to journalists on Wednesday, hailed the former governor—fondly referred to as the “Ekwueme of the World”—for what she described as an illustrious public service career marked by integrity, compassion,…

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, heartily congratulates the immediate past Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. Today offers yet another opportunity to celebrate a leader whose tenure as Governor of Delta State from 2015 to 2023 was marked by humility, accessibility, and an uncommon willingness to listen to the yearnings of the people. As a listening Governor, Senator Okowa distinguished himself by responding positively to genuine concerns raised by Deltans. One of his most enduring legacies was the abolition of the long-standing career stagnation…

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On behalf of the great people of Delta Central, I heartily congratulate Your Excellency, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, CON, on the joyous occasion of your 67th birthday. As you celebrate this remarkable milestone, I join your family, friends, political associates and well-wishers in thanking Almighty God for His faithfulness and abundant grace upon your life. Your years of dedicated public service, from the grassroots to the highest levels of leadership in Delta State and Nigeria, reflect an enduring commitment to good governance, selfless service and the advancement of our people. Your contributions to the growth and development of Delta…

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Otuaro Celebrates Okowa at 67, Describes Former Delta Governor as an Exceptional Leader and Statesman His Excellency, Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq., immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State and a leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, has paid glowing tribute to his former boss and political associate, Senator Dr. Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa, CON, on the occasion of his 67th birthday, describing him as an exceptional leader, compassionate statesman and visionary administrator whose legacy continues to inspire generations of leaders across Delta State and Nigeria. In a heartfelt congratulatory message marking the former governor’s birth anniversary,…

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His Excellency, Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq., immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State, has felicitated with His Royal Majesty, Pere S. P. Luke Kalanama VIII, the Pere of Akugbene-Mein Kingdom, on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary, describing the revered monarch as a visionary traditional ruler whose reign has brought honour, stability and remarkable progress to his kingdom. In a congratulatory message issued to commemorate the monarch’s diamond jubilee, Otuaro said the 60th birthday celebration was not only a personal milestone for the royal father but also a moment of pride and thanksgiving for the people of Akugbene-Mein…

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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Worldwide has been thrown into deep mourning following the shocking assassination of its immediate past President, Prof. Gabriel Sawaau Nyityo, who was reportedly killed alongside his brother by unknown gunmen in the early hours of Wednesday at his residence in Makurdi, Benue State. According to information available to the Association, the assailants invaded the family home and allegedly carried out the gruesome attack in the presence of their aged mother, leaving family members, colleagues, alumni and friends devastated. Until his tragic death, Prof. Nyityo was a distinguished…

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has joined family members, friends, political associates and well-wishers in celebrating his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, CON, as he marks his 67th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, paid tribute to the former Governor’s decades of public service, describing his political journey as one defined by God’s grace, commitment, experience and dedication to the advancement of Delta State and Nigeria. The Governor said Okowa had built an impressive record of service across different levels of government, rising from Secretary of the defunct…

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator James Ebiowou Manager, CON, on his 66th birthday. He described him as a distinguished statesman whose decades of public service have contributed significantly to the growth of Delta State and Nigeria. In a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori praised Manager for his enduring commitment to democratic governance, peace and the advancement of the people. The Governor said the former lawmaker had, over the years, distinguished himself through a remarkable political career anchored on experience, loyalty,…

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