By Shulamite Owhoekevbo In a bold push for economic diversification and retirement security, the Delta State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has called on civil servants across the state to embrace agriculture as a viable and rewarding venture. Dr. Oseji made the call during an interactive session held at the Conference Hall of the Office of the Head of Service in Asaba. The event brought together key stakeholders, including Permanent Secretaries, Directors in the Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and heads of associated agencies. Speaking passionately, the Head of Service described agriculture as the most dependable alternative…
Author: Spade Nigeria
STAFF of Nigeria Maritime University, NMU, Okerenkoko in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State have pooh-poohed falsehoods published by certain faceless individuals seeking to discredit the Council’s recent appointment of Principal Officers. The staff gave backing to the excellent procedure that the University Council adopted to fill the vacant positions. This was contained in a statement yesterday signed by Comrade Moses Oghenekome Ogege, Mr. Fine-Boy Doubra, Mrs. Sarah Kattey, Mr. Ossa, and Mr. Alen Igwe which was made available to media. The NMU Staff said, “Their allegations are not only baseless but also a disservice to…
by Frank Ikpefan, Abuja The leadership crisis rocking the Labour Party (LP) took another dimension on Wednesday with the suspension of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, over alleged anti-party activities. The party also announced the suspension of five of its elected lawmakers in the National Assembly for the same reason given above. The suspended lawmakers include: Senator Ireti Kingibe; Senator Darlington Nwokocha; Hon. Victor Afam Ogene; Hon. Amobi Ogah, and Hon. Seyi Sowunmi. The National Secretary of the Julius Abure led faction, Umar Farouk Ibrahim announced their suspension in a statement on Wednesday. The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the…
By Ikenna Obianeri An 18-year-old apprentice has allegedly impregnated 10 girls in just five months, including his master’s daughter and a salesgirl in Anambra State. Reports say he was first sent to learn a trade under a master, but within three months, he got both his boss’s daughter and a salesgirl pregnant. This, however, led to his dismissal from the apprenticeship. The state Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, disclosed this in a live video on social media on Wednesday. Obinabo said the situation got worse after he returned to his village. She said, “I want advice from…
By Seun Opejobi A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has said the Biafra agitator confirmed making a broadcast in which he called for the killings of President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The witness said Kanu made a broadcast where he announced a N100 milion bounty for Wike’s head while calling for the burning of all Tinubu’s assets. The second prosecution witness disclosed this while being led in evidence by prosecuting lawyer, Adegboyega Awomolo at the Abuja Federal High Court…
Prince Collins Eselemo, a senior figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, has voiced strong opposition to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. In an interview with Arise News on Wednesday, Eselemo firmly rejected the idea of Oborevwori assuming leadership of the APC in the state, calling him a political “liability.” While not entirely opposed to Oborevwori’s entry into the APC, Eselemo emphasized that his integration should come with strict conditions rather than automatic acceptance or leadership. “We’re not saying he can’t join, but it must be on clearly…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Chief Jude Baadi, a member of Delta Unity Group (DUG) and a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has commended Senator Ned Nwoko for fulfilling his promise of pushing for the actualisation of Aniocha North Constituency 2, describing the achievement as a landmark victory for the people of the area. Speaking during a live interview on Nol 24 TV, Chief Baadi noted that despite opposition from certain political figures, Senator Nwoko remained focused on actualizing the Supreme Court judgment that recognized nine communities as eligible for a second state constituency in Aniocha North. “Some politicians…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has traced money laundering activities in excess of $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand United States Dollar) to a suspected internet fraudster. The suspect was among the 35, picked up on Sunday, May 4, 2025 in Sabo Iyako area of Auchi, Edo State by the Commission, following credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities. As a “picker” or “azaman” in internet fraud lingo, investigations revealed that the suspect has collected and laundered over $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand United States Dollars) for his syndicate members who are at large. Apart from internet fraud, EFCC’s…
Nigerian actress Nse Ikpe-Etim’s Journey Through Marriage, Infertility, and Finding Wholeness There are things you never plan for. You grow up with dreams — you dream of a career, a family, children… the laughter of little ones running through the house. You think it’s natural. That it will happen. Until life — in its unpredictable way — rewrites your story. I met my husband, Clifford, years ago. We were just kids when we first crossed paths. Life separated us for a while, but fate has a way of bringing the right people back into your orbit. We reconnected, fell in…
By Judith Kuejubola The Delta State Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Jamani Tommy Ejiro, has been honoured with the prestigious Award of Excellence as the Outstanding Personality of the Year 2024 by Forward News Media. The award ceremony, which took place in Asaba in recognition of his outstanding contributions to environmental sustainability and leadership in Delta State, was marked by heartfelt reflections on his life journey. Born in mid-1985, Hon. Ejiro is set to mark his 40th birthday on May 20. From humble beginnings in Sapele, he rose through life’s challenges with a vision for leadership deeply rooted in family values…