My dear constituents, As we step into the brightness and promise of this New Year, I extend my warmest wishes to every family, community, and individual across Delta North and beyond. The dawn of 2025 fills our hearts with hope and renewed determination to build a brighter future. Together, we have achieved remarkable milestones, and together, we shall achieve even more. This year, I am resolute in my commitment to serving you with greater zeal, ensuring that our shared vision of progress, prosperity, and unity continues to unfold. Let us embrace this year with the spirit of love, collaboration, and…
Author: Spade Nigeria
By Godfrey Osakwe OmaJays Oasis Foundation, a non-profit organisation based in the United States of America and Africa, has donated delivery mats and sanitary towels to residents of Akwukwu-Igbo and other users of the two medical facilities in Akwukwu Igbo, headquarters of Oshimili North Local Government Area in Delta to improve hygiene during and after delivery care for mothers. Receiving the items from OmaJays Oasis Foundation, during one of the antenatal classes at Akwukwu-Igbo Primary Health Centre, Matron Chiamaka Tina Bienichi, the officer in charge of the health facility, commended the donors for their intervention. She specifically thanked Dr. Chioma…
The Onojake family of Umeghe, Abraka, in the Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, fondly remembers today, as always, the passing of their beloved patriarch, Late Chief S. U. Onojake. Until his demise on December 31, 1980, Chief Onojake held the esteemed title of Afure of Abraka Kingdom. He was a trailblazer and a respected figure in the community, known as the first indigene of Abraka to own a storey building, built in 1950. Chief S. U. Onojake, who departed this life at the age of 68, continues to live in the hearts of his family: Mr. Stephen…
By Alaowei Okoronwanta Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege spoke the truth when he decried the unbearable hardship foisted on Nigerians by the numbing economic policies of the President Bola Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress APC. Senator Omo-Agege in his 2024 Christmas message said: “We acknowledge that the recent reforms have caused hardship for many Nigerians, particularly with the removal of fuel subsidies and the unification of the naira’s multiple exchange rates.” This truth resonates well with the reality that has become the misfortune that has become the lot of Nigerians who daily pine away in economic distress. Nigerians today have…
The people of Okpai Kingdom in Ndokwa East Local Government Area, Delta State, gathered in large numbers on Monday, December 30, 2024, to mark the 60th coronation anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Igwe G. E. Ugbome II, JP. The grand occasion, themed “A Sunrise Worship Thanksgiving,” took place at the royal palace, celebrating the monarch’s life, accomplishments, and remarkable leadership since his enthronement on November 8, 1964. The event attracted a host of dignitaries from Delta State and beyond, including Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi, the House of Representatives member for Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West, and Ukwuani constituencies; Hon. Prince Emeka Osamuta,…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The Tantita Security Service Special Volunteer Force (TSSSVF), also known as Tantita Security Ambassadors, has commended High Chief Kestin Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Limited, for his outstanding contributions to youth empowerment and community development. High Chief Pondi has provided employment to over 25,000 youths from diverse ethnic groups across the Niger Delta region. The group also lauded High Chief Pondi for his humanitarian services and the distribution of welfare packages to various communities and groups, especially during the yuletide season. This act underscores Tantita Security Services’ commitment to corporate social responsibility, grassroots…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR In a heartwarming celebration of love and unity, Dr. Doris Amaka Ochei, founder of DAO Foundation, alongside her husband, Major General Raymond Ochei, hosted the annual Children’s Christmas Carnival at Ugba Primary School, Onicha-Olona, Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State. The event brought joy to the lives of many children while emphasizing the importance of values and community support. The carnival, themed “Grooming Children for Royalty,” featured vibrant cultural dances, fashion parades, and quiz competitions. It attracted dignitaries, including Hon. Emma Chinye Basim, Chairman of Aniocha North Local Government, and other notable personalities. Welcoming…
President Tinubu expressed assurance that with the Warri Refinery currently running at 60% capacity and producing 125,000 barrels per day, his administration’s thorough strategy for enhancing energy efficiency and security is progressing as planned. He commended the management team of NNPCL, led by Mele Kyari, for their dedicated efforts to reinstate Nigeria’s status and pride as a prominent oil-producing nation. The president said, “The restart of Warri Refinery today brings joy and gladness to me and Nigerians. This will further strengthen the hope and confidence of Nigerians for a greater and better future that we promised. This development is a…
By Dr. Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza Going by the demonstrated commitment and drive of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Governor of Delta State, to the vision of the MORE Agenda, the strengthening of the foundation of various institutions critical to the management of development and growth, and the investments over the past 19 months of the administration, 2025 promises to be a year of harvest of projects across Delta State. The administration started on a very strong note, especially with the Governor’s focus and determination to the completion of inherited projects and the initiation of new ones. This culminated…
By Kenneth Orusi Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, is not just a politician but a man of profound vision and unwavering determination to achieve set goals. From an early age, Senator Nwoko, the Chairman of the Nigeria Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriations, exhibited exceptional passion for justice for the less privileged. As a lawyer, he has consistently fought for justice, representing individuals and communities whose voices were often unheard. But his true calling lay beyond the courtroom—in the corridors of power where policies are made and futures are shaped. In 1999, the Vice Chairman…