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Francis Ogini, former Vice Chairman, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta state, has described Mr. Chiedu Ebie as an exceptional, rare leader in a class of his own;  untainted by greed, corruption and manipulation that have become the trademark of some politicians. Ogini noted that no politician,  former or present political office holder in the Ika Federal Constituency is comparable to Ebie and his leadership style in terms of people-oriented service delivery.  The former council boss made the remarks recently at Agbor, the council's headquarters during an interactive session with journalists. According to him,  Ebie has demonstrated level headedness, vision, empathy and pragmatic leadership, carrying the people along in the various developmental projects he has attracted to the Ika nation. “In the past ten years of active participation in politics, Ebie has brought tremendous developments to the Ika Federal Constituency- firstly as Delta State Commissioner for ...

Lawmakers representing Delta North Senatorial District in the Delta State House of Assembly, alongside the nine local government chairmen from the district, have firmly rejected proposals suggesting that a future Anioma State should be situated within the South-East geopolitical zone.   In a jointly signed statement issued on Sunday, the legislators and council bosses reiterated their longstanding demand for the creation of Anioma State but insisted that the state must remain within the South-South region where the Anioma people are historically and administratively located.   The leaders said their position followed extensive deliberations on renewed national discussions and ongoing legislative processes concerning the creation of new states across the country.   According to the group, the agitation for Anioma State is “a legitimate aspiration deeply rooted in history,” championed by past and present leaders of the people.  They described the struggle as a generati...

PRESS RELEASE AMBASSADORIAL LIST: SCANDALOUS AND REFLECTIVE OF PRESIDENTIAL VALUES . The Peoples Democratic Party @OfficialPDPNig strongly condemns the list of Ambassadorial nominees as submitted by President Bola Tinubu. This list contains the names of many people (disgraced propagandists, characterless politicians, and public officials) who are widely perceived negatively by Nigerians and the global community, for their integrity deficit and notable anti-democratic activities. This development is not just a sad commentary on our country’s history of diplomatic representation; it is very reprehensible and scandalous. While most Nigerians are seriously appalled by the inclusion of most of the nominees, they are not totally surprised, given the history and disposition of this administration.  Furthermore, it is an incontestable fact that a nominee is a clear and direct reflection of the values and estimation of the nominator. By making these nominations, the President has shown Nige...

- By Ike Philip Abiagom For years, the Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation has stood as a pillar of hope and humanitarian service in Igbuzo and beyond. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to community development, youths empowerment, and support for vulnerable families, the Foundation has consistently championed initiatives that uplift lives and strengthen the social fabric of the town. Through scholarships, medical assistance, business support, security interventions, and numerous welfare programmes, the Foundation has built a reputation for touching lives where it matters most. Today, in continuation of its tradition of impactful service, the Foundation has unveiled yet another transformative project—its comprehensive December Empowerment Programme, designed to bring joy, relief, and opportunities to countless households across Igbuzo. In a remarkable step toward transforming lives and strengthening community welfare, the Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation has officially inaugurated a powe...

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES 32 ADDITIONAL AMBASSADORS President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent the names of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, days after he sent the first batch of three names. In two separate letters to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu asked the Senate to consider and confirm expeditiously 15 nominees as career ambassadors and 17 nominees as non-career ambassadors. There are four women on the career ambassadors' list and six women on the non-career ambassadors' list. Among the non-career ambassador designates are Barrister Ogbonnaya Kalu from Abia, a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri (Delta), former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmud Yakubu, former Ekiti first lady, Erelu Angela Adebayo, and former Enugu governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. Others are Tasiu Musa Maigari, the former speaker of the Katsina House of Assembly, Yakubu N. Gambo, a former Commissioner ...

CLARIFICATION ON VIRAL FAKE DOCUMENT REGARDING WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS FROM VIP DUTIES The Nigeria Police Force wishes to address a purported document circulating widely on social media and other platforms, claiming to originate from 50 Police Mobile Force (PMF) Squadron, Abuja, directing all police officers attached to certain individuals to report back to base immediately. The Force wishes to categorically state that this document, allegedly signed by one CSP Suleiman Abdullahi, described as the Admin Officer of the squadron, is fake and should be disregarded by the public. There is no officer by the name CSP Suleiman Abdullahi serving in 50 PMF Squadron, nor is the position of Admin Officer in any PMF squadron held by an officer of the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP). This fabrication appears to be a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and create unnecessary confusion. For emphasis, the Nigeria Police Force confirms that the implementation of the Presidential...