The Unstoppable Rise of Senator Ned Nwoko: A Leader Defined by Impact By Kenneth Orusi Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly has gained real prominence in the 10th Nigeria senate. His rise is a result of bold legislative action, unwavering advocacy for the underrepresented, and an unapologetic approach to tackling national issues that others often avoid. From the moment he took his seat as the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Nwoko brought a refreshing wave of assertive leadership, capturing the attention of both the Senate and the Nigerian public. One of the key drivers…
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Immediate past Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has commended the appointment of Mr. Roland Ewubare as the Group Chief Operating Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), describing it as a bold move that will bring a fresh impetus into the urgent need to reform Nigeria’s oil industry. Felicitating Ewubare on his appointment, Omo-Agege said given his pedigree and calibre in the international oil industry, his second coming is a game changer in the imperative for effective reform of NNPC Limited to become a global player just like its contemporaries. Omo-Agege said that with a sterling…
By Adetutu Sobowale The value of the naira dropped to N1,600 per dollar in the official foreign exchange market today. This comes after staying around N1,500 for the past three months. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the official exchange rate moved up from N1,569 to N1,600, showing a decline of N31 in the naira’s value. In the black market, the naira also weakened—trading at N1,565 per dollar compared to N1,555 the day before. As a result, the gap between the official and parallel market rates widened to N35, up from N14 on Thursday.
By Gateway D Progress Yesterday, the Delta former Gov. Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa and other notable leaders of the People Democratic Party across the Delta North held an enlarged meeting to caution and curtail the persistent defection that has overtaken the party thereby losing its members to the opposition. It’s the apolitical media Boyz of the PDP that says, “Nothing Dey happen”, while the likes of Ifeanyi Okowa who is one of the Delta deadliest politicians with a devaluing profile can see the handwritten to the END of PDP in Delta State come 2027. But trust me, politics must be…
By Basil Okoh There are consequences for every diabolic action in politics. The meltdown in Delta PDP today is the direct result of the contemptible action of Okowa in imposing Sheriff as the governorship candidate of the party in 2022. He scorned the outrage raised by James Ibori and the formidable left wing of the party. Okowa was determined to dominate everyone, brooking no opposition, including that of his own godfather. He willfully spent whatever amount of government money demanded to buy the endorsement of Sheriff by the PDP screening committee who refused to accept Sheriffs certificates and splashed untold…
The official grand opening of MNS AGENCY TRAVEL AND TOURS LTD took place on Thursday in Abuja, marking the launch of what is poised to become the premier travel and tourism agency in Nigeria. The event drew an impressive lineup of dignitaries, including the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo SAN, and the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Hannatu Musa Musawa, both of whom were ably represented. Speaking at the event, the agency’s visionary founder and CEO, Laila Charani-Nwoko, wife of Distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko, shared the inspiration behind the establishment of MNS Agency. She emphasized the agency’s commitment to excellence,…
After spending eight years in jail, a Nigerian televangelist, Timothy, Omotoso accused of raping young women from his South African church has been found not guilty of all charges. The 66-year-old senior pastor of Jesus Dominion International Church in South Africa was accused of raping and trafficking young women, including members of the gospel group, Grace Galaxy and school-aged girls. Omotoso had denied the 32 charges in a trial that was broadcast live and gained huge interest across the country. In 2018, one witness told the court she had been raped by the pastor – who ran a church in…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has undoubtedly had significant political implications in Delta North and the broader political landscape of Delta State. Nwoko, a prominent political figure, businessman, and philanthropist, is well-known for his influence and the deep connections he has built within Delta North over the years. His move from the PDP, a party with which he had established a strong relationship, has led to the depletion of the PDP’s influence in the region, weakening the party’s chances in future elections and altering the political…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North and chairman of Senate ad-hoc committee on crude oil theft has called for a public hearing on the issue of crude oil theft in the Niger Delta. The Niger Delta, home to Nigeria’s vast oil reserves, has long been a region marred by both environmental degradation and socio-economic struggles. The theft of crude oil, reportedly carried out by well-organized criminal syndicates, has become a critical issue, not only for Nigeria’s economy but also for the sustainability of the oil-rich region. In his call for a public hearing, Senator Nwoko sought to…
The Deputy Senate President in the 9th Assembly, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has congratulated Mr. Austin Avuru on his appointment into the management team of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited as a non-executive director by President Bola Tinubu. He also congratulated Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari who was appointed the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) as well as Ahmadu Musa Kida who emerged the non-executive chairman. In his congratulatory message, Senator Omo-Agege charged them to be inspired by President Tinubu’s bold ambition to make NNPC Limited a global player in the oil and gas sector. To Avuru, from Delta State…