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In a bid to boost agricultural development and attract foreign investment, a high-level delegation from Delta State, Nigeria, has visited one of Brazil’s largest and most innovative ranches. The visit, initiated by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, is part of his administration’s drive to diversify the economy, promote food security, and create sustainable jobs for Deltans. During the working tour, the delegation engaged with the ranch’s management, inspected facilities, and held discussions on possible areas of collaboration.  Key focus areas included modern cattle breeding, livestock management, pasture development, dairy production, and agro-processing. Speaking at the ranch, the Leader of the Delegation and Chief Economic Adviser to the Governor, Dr. Barry Pere Gbe, said Delta State is committed to transforming its agricultural sector through strategic partnerships and the adoption of global best practices. “Brazil is renowned for its advancements in livestock and ranching, and we b...

“All the gang of those who rule us, hope our quarrels never stop, helping them to split and fool us, so they can remain on top.”  -  Bertolt Brecht, German playwright -1898 to 1956 Barr. Kenneth Kanma I didn’t set out to be a politician. I was a lawyer, an advocate for justice, a real estate developer and a citizen who believed in service. But when the moment called, I answered—not for personal gain, but because silence was no longer an option. In 2023, Nigeria witnessed something extraordinary. Young people—fed up with broken promises and failed systems—rose up. They organized, mobilized, voted, and demanded change. That energy, that fire, pulled me into the political arena. I didn’t come with a manifesto crafted in ambition. I came with conviction, with urgency, and with the weight of expectations from the youth of Delta North and galvanized by the Obidient movement. The Obidient Movement wasn’t just a political wave; it was a generational awakening. And in that wave, I foun...

Position Paper by Hotel Human Capital Strategy on the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Regulations, 2025 Executive Summary The Nigerian hospitality and tourism industry is a vital driver of economic growth, job creation, and global visibility for the country. While the NIHOTOUR Regulations, 2025 seek to standardize, train, certifify the industry, several provisions present significant concerns. The mandatory certification of all personnel, high levies and fees, and overlapping regulatory controls risk undermining business sustainability, discouraging investment, and conflicting with the Federal Government’s agenda of reducing multiple taxation. This position paper outlines the key concerns and offers recommendations for a balanced reform approach. 1. Introduction Hospitality, travel, and tourism collectively employ millions of Nigerians and serve as a cornerstone of the non-oil economy. As a leading management and human capital development company, Hotel Human ...

The Chairman, Delta State House of Assembly Service Commission, Hon. Ebireri Ohwo Sunday has congratulated Delta state on the 34th Anniversary of it's creation and praised the administration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for maintaining the vision of the State's forefathers by advancing Delta state to greater heights of development through the MORE Agenda. In his congratulatory message to commemorate the creation of Delta State, Hon. Ebireri Ohwo Sunday, gave kudos to the Delta State Governor and his administration, as well as the Speaker and members of the Delta State House of Assembly for their selfless commitment and collective determination to ensure that Delta state continues to be rated highly in all sectors of development and maintain its pride of place amongst the comity of states in the country. "I want to specially congratulate His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Dr. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State and his administration, the Speak...

The Anioma Association USA, Inc., on Friday, August 29, 2025, held the maiden edition of it's Economic Empowerment Award ceremony at the Main Hall, NUJ Press Centre, Maryam Babangida Way, Asaba, Delta State. The pioneer award recipients are promising small business entrepreneurs who were selected from 59 qualified applicants selected from across the nine local government areas of Delta North Senatorial District. They were honoured and empowered with grants of N500,000 each. Delta State Chairman of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, Mr. Godfrey Chukwudifu Osakwe, fnipr, who coordinated the economic empowerment award ceremony in Asaba, Nigeria, on behalf of the Anioma Association USA, Inc., penned a heartfelt appreciation note to celebrate the successful delivery of the maiden award ceremony to Anioma nation. He wrote: SPECIAL APPRECIATION With a grateful heart, I thank most sincerely all our guests, awardees, and volunteers for the honour of their esteemed presence at ...

The 9th National Youth Games officially kicked off on Friday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declaring the event open.  The President was represented by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications and former Minister of Sports Mr. Sunday Dare.   In his remarks, President Tinubu described the Games as a “veritable platform for discovering and nurturing talents” that have gone on to represent Nigeria at local, continental, and international levels.  He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development, stressing that sports remain a unifying force for the nation.   “Very recently, we witnessed the President, alongside the First Lady, cheering the Super Falcons and the D’Tigress. That show of support underscores the administration’s firm commitment to continue investing in sports and strengthening development across the country,” he said.   The President commended the National Sports Commission under t...