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Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Delta State, Sir Festus Ahon, has congratulated veteran journalist and Chairman of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), Mr Emmanuel Enebeli, on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary. In a congratulatory message, Ahon described Enebeli, who is also the State Secretary of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), as an erudite journalist, accomplished public relations professional and respected media leader whose contributions to journalism and strategic communication have remained remarkable over the years. He noted that Enebeli, Chief Executive Officer of Bel Media Consult Limited and Publisher of Ndokwa Reporters, had consistently deployed his professional platforms to promote responsible journalism, good governance, accountability and sustainable development in Nigeria, Delta State and Ndokwa Nation. Ahon commended the veteran journalist for his commitment to ethical journalism, professional excellence a...

About 10,000 widows under the Delta State Widows Welfare Scheme have received their February 2026 monthly stipends from the Delta State Government, as beneficiaries across the three senatorial districts offered prayers and thanksgiving for Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. Coordinator of the Delta State Widows Welfare Scheme and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Social Investment Programmes, Elder Isioma Okonta, led members of the scheme’s management team on a tour of the senatorial districts for special prayer sessions in appreciation of the governor’s continued support for vulnerable widows in the state. Speaking during the visit to Delta Central Senatorial District in Okpe Local Government Area, Okonta highlighted the importance of the Widows Welfare Scheme, noting that the initiative had continued to alleviate the suffering of many vulnerable widows across the state. He explained that the programme was in line with Governor Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda, which prioritises socia...

The Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender inclusion, professional development and ethical communication as key drivers of sustainable development. This formed the focus of the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration organised by the chapter at Hussey College, Warri, where stakeholders, communication professionals and students gathered to reflect on the theme “Give to Gain.”  Delivering the keynote lecture titled “Positioning NIPR Delta State as a Leader in Advocacy for Gender Inclusion, Development and Ethical Communication in Line with ‘Give to Gain’,” educationist and Chartered Human Resource Consultant, Dr. Ejayeta Jeroh, stressed the need for deliberate actions to empower women and create inclusive opportunities across sectors. Dr. Jeroh noted that empowering women produces far-reaching benefits for families, communities and nations, emphasising that women remain critical contributors to soc...

The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has called for stronger support for women through digital storytelling and media visibility as part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day. The event, held on March 11, 2026 at the DOPF Secretariat in Asaba, drew participation from women representing government agencies, professional associations, civil society organisations and members of the media. The celebration was themed “Give to Gain: Empowering Women Through Digital Storytelling.” Delivering the keynote address, former Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Delta State Chapter, Mrs. Patricia Gbemudu, highlighted the transformative power of digital storytelling in advancing women’s voices, visibility and opportunities. Gbemudu explained that the concept of #GiveToGain underscores the need for intentional support among women and institutions, stressing that storytelling through digital platforms could enhance women’s visibility, preserve expe...

The Delta State Government, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Chevron Nigeria Limited have moved to strengthen collaboration for the construction of the proposed Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges project in Delta State. The project, which spans about 70 kilometres and 29 bridges, is expected to significantly improve connectivity across riverine communities and stimulate economic development in the Niger Delta region. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori gave the assurance of the state government’s readiness to partner with the NDDC and Chevron during a meeting with the leadership of the commission and the oil company’s delegation at Government House, Asaba on Thursday.  Oborevwori commended the Managing Director of NDDC, Dr. Sam Ogbuku, for the progress recorded under his leadership and pledged Delta State’s commitment to ensuring the project becomes a reality. The governor noted that the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road was critical to the development of riverine...

They do not often come so prepared with knowledge and experience that span epochal eras. Ambassador Ignatius Chukwuemeka Olisemeka started his public service career in 1958 in the colonial era in the office of Sir James Robertson, Nigeria’s last colonial governor. At the onset of Independence in 1960, he was one of the distinguished corp of foreign service personnel that were honed in the colonial office. And did he imbibe the virtues of discipline and hard work? Having worked with the team that shaped the country's foreign affairs office at the time of independence, Ambassador Olisemeka wore patriotism, discipline and diligence on his sleeve. He was the go-to man for the successive military regimes in whom they found guidance and forthrightness.  “All I knew, and had always known, was to work hard and express my views as candidly and as courageously as I could, regardless of the consequences”, Diokpa Olisemeka said of what drove him during his distinguished career. He is man of st...