By Ese Obote-Ogwu The Delta State Chapter Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Mr. Godfrey Osakwe, fnipr, has emphasized the need for members to be more strategic in incorporating public relations principles into their daily engagements, as this would not only strengthen the profession’s relevance in society but also enhance its credibility and influence. He made the call during the Chapter’s monthly PR Clinic at the Professor Chike Edozien Secretariat in Asaba The meeting also reviewed the activities of the National Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the institute held in Uyo from May 19 to 24, 2025, and…
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By Our Investigative Correspondent June 18, 2025 Fresh revelations have uncovered the depth of administrative decay at Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, where the institution is now engulfed in a scandal involving large-scale corruption and rampant certificate racketeering. Once revered as a beacon of academic excellence, the Polytechnic now finds itself under intense public scrutiny, with staff, students, parents, and civil society expressing outrage over the state of affairs. At the heart of the unfolding drama is a Ministerial Committee tasked with investigating the crisis—now itself accused of bias, nepotism, and a possible cover-up. Concerns Over Committee Composition Investigations by independent…
The management of Property World Africa Network PWAN Group, (a continental real estate conglomerate giant), has described as false and unfounded the continuous claim of encroachment by one Mr. Osemele Theophilus Marshal, a plot of land buyer in one of its property located at Max Height, Admiralty Drive, Umuedi, off Ibusa Expressway, Delta State. It has therefore urged members of the public to discountenance claim made by Mr. Osemele in a recent publication where he painted picture of company’s consent to the encroachment on his plot of land, stating that it was a calculated attempt to tarnish the reputation and…
by NAN The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has sealed off France, Belgium and Italy visa centres located at the Mukhtar El-Yakub House, Central Business District, Abuja. The office was sealed with the combined efforts of operatives from the FCCPC, Nigerian Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps as staff of the centre resisted the sealing. Sealing off the centre on Thursday, the Director, Surveillance and Investigations Department of FCCPC, Mrs Boladale Adeyinka, said the move was due to the failure of the centre to receive a letter of the Commission to investigate a consumer complaint.…
Engineer Afam Emma Eboh, a Chieftain of the APC in Aniocha North LGA, has described as futile political gimmick the outbursts of former Senator, Peter Nwaoboshi over the dissolution of the Forum of APC Delta North Local government and ward Chairmen. Engineer Eboh made the remark while responding to the attack by Sen Nwaoboshi on the APC Delta North Senatorial District Chairman, Ogbueshi Adizue Eluaka for dissolving the Forum of APC Delta North LGA Chairmen and Ward Chairmen who dissociated themselves from the Vote of Confidence adopted in favour of Senator Ned Nwoko by the APC Delta North Leaders, Elders…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo As Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Oborevwori clocks 62, the Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has led the state’s civil service in extending warm birthday wishes to the Governor, describing him as a “worker-friendly leader” whose dedication to public service has positively impacted lives across the state. In a goodwill message issued from the Office of the Head of Service, Dr. Oseji commended Governor Oborevwori’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of civil servants and his visionary leadership which, she noted, has brought about renewed motivation and dedication within the state’s workforce. “On…
As Governor Sheriff Francis Oborevwori marks his 62nd birthday, the Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has joined well-wishers across the state and beyond to celebrate his life of service and leadership. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Godfrey C. Osakwe, fnipr, the Institute commended the Governor for his visionary and purposeful leadership, which it said has significantly advanced the infrastructural and socio-economic development of Delta State. “We proudly salute Your Excellency’s visionary and purposeful leadership, which continues to drive the massive infrastructural transformation across the state,” the statement read. The Delta NIPR described…
Oshimili South, Delta State — Member representing Oshimili South State Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. (Barr.) Ifechukwude Bridget Anyafulu, has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday. In a congratulatory message released on Wednesday, Hon. Anyafulu, speaking on behalf of her family and the peace-loving people of Oshimili South Local Government Area, praised Governor Oborevwori’s visionary leadership, describing him as a compassionate statesman whose governance style has brought visible progress and development to the state. “Your continued commitment to…
Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, says Rt Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori is on course leading Delta as the governor marks his 62nd birthday anniversary. In a goodwill message released from Abuja, Senator Nwoko expressed joy over the life of the governor, which he acknowledged as “phenomenal”, following six decades of divine grace. According to Nwoko, Oborevwori as a community leader, business man,politician and administrator symbolized humility, tenacity and courage. “His Excellency Rt.Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori is a peculiar leader who conquered odds to become accomplished culminating in governor. “I note with admiration, his humane yet resilient…
Barr. Deacon Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, the former Deputy Governor of Delta State, extended birthday greetings to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, recognizing his push for development across the state. Otuaro’s message, posted on Facebook and signed on behalf of his family and political base, highlighted the intersection of celebration and accountability. While congratulating Oborevwori, he underscored the pressure of governance and the urgency of progress. Otuaro said, “On the occasion of your birthday, Your Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, Onbehalf of my family, friends and political associates, I join millions of Deltans to acknowledge this moment, not just as a celebration…