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The 2024 version of the Olona Unity Cup has kicked off at the Donald Ochei Stadium, Ogbekenu New layout , Onicha Olona , Aniocha north , with Ogbekenu quarters losing by a lone goal to Umuolo , at the impressive opening ceremony which drew a mammoth crowd of spectators. The Olona Unity Cup 2024 tournament , is sponsored by a former Speaker of the State House of Assembly and immediate past Executive Director , Sabotage and Legal Services of the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency ( NIMASA) , Rt Hon Engr Victor Onyekschi Ochei , under the aegis of the Victor Ochei Foundation , in conjunction with the Onicha Olona Football Association ( OFA). Six quarters of Onicha Olona, Ogbekenu, Agba, Umuolo, Ogbe Obi, Ishiekpe, and Idumuje Olona, are vying for the coveted winners trophy and mouth watering cash gifts to be splashed on the winners on the closing match final day on 31st December 2024 , which will also coincide with the inauguration of the multi million naira Donald Ochei ul...

Rich or poor, the average Nigerian took immense pride in his sense of independence. Hunger was an unknown deprivation. Even when he respects and honours his rich kinsman or leader, he had a red line that must never be crossed. He must never be insulted by the well-to-do neighbour, friend or leader.  "You don't feed me. So, you cannot talk to me anyhow" is a regular refrain whenever the red line is crossed. He had self worth and immense pride in himself, a pride anchored on his ability to provide for and feed his family. It had nothing to do with wealth, legally or illegally acquired. There were lands to be cultivated. The produce will not necessarily be sold to sustain his family. The little realized from his subsistence farming was enough to get by. From his farms, he is guaranteed adequate supply of foods until the next farming season. His family never went hungry and he never had to beg anybody for food.  It seems like centuries ago that a man strenuously defended his ...

Oil industry titan and frontline Rivers statesman, Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of this year's Christmas celebration, noting amongst other things, that while challenges have tested us in 2024, we are blessed to be alive to witness the joy of the season. Writing on his verified social media handles, Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs delivered his Christmas message thus: Seasons Greetings  What a year 2024 has been!  A year of trials and triumphs, yet, by the mercies of God, we stand at its close, filled with gratitude. While challenges have tested us, we are blessed to be alive to witness the joy of the season. As we reflect, let us acknowledge the countless blessings that surround us. Life itself is a precious gift, and in the spirit of this season, we are reminded that we are not more deserving than those who have gone before us. May God's richest blessings be upon you and your loved ones this season. Just as He withheld not His Son for our salvati...

Christmas is here once again with joyful celebrations and an overflowing of warmth, goodwill and kindness in commemoration of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, which usually ushers in wonderful tidings of great joy to all mankind in this Yuletide season. The Delta State Government, in its concerted effort to cushion the effects of the harsh economic realities of the times, has been completely faithful and committed to the delivery of good governance and the dividends of democracy to Deltans through the M.O.R.E Agenda, especially with the welfare initiatives and social security empowerment programmes, like the D.CARES, the M.O.R.E Grants Scheme and the M.O.R.E BIz-Up programme, amongst others, which have not only impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of Deltans across the three Senatorial zones positively, but have brought smiles to their faces and songs and dances of joy and happiness to their communities this Christmas time. As we go about with our Christmas activities, let...

Her Excellency, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, the Wife of the Governor of Delta State, has inaugurated the state-of-the-art Oko Event Centre in Oko Amakom. The occasion also marked the launch of a ₦50 million empowerment initiative for 500 beneficiaries within Oshimili South Local Government Area. Each recipient received ₦100,000, while 20 bags of rice were distributed to each political ward in the council. The event centre, a flagship project of Hon. Dr. High Chief Obi Kelvin Ezenyili, the Executive Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Council, was lauded by the First Lady as a transformative project that promises significant socio-economic benefits for the community. Deaconess Oborevwori praised the grassroots-focused leadership of Dr. Obi Ezenyili, describing the project as a testament to his commitment to improving lives. She urged the people of Oshimili South to continue supporting the council's efforts, emphasizing that the Oko Event Centre would stimulate economic acti...

Her Excellency, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, the Wife of the Governor of Delta State, has inaugurated the state-of-the-art Oko Event Centre in Oko Amakom. The occasion also marked the launch of a ₦50 million empowerment initiative for 500 beneficiaries within Oshimili South Local Government Area. Each recipient received ₦100,000, while 20 bags of rice were distributed to each political ward in the council. The event centre, a flagship project of Hon. Dr. High Chief Obi Kelvin Ezenyili, the Executive Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Council, was lauded by the First Lady as a transformative project that promises significant socio-economic benefits for the community. Deaconess Oborevwori praised the grassroots-focused leadership of Dr. Obi Ezenyili, describing the project as a testament to his commitment to improving lives. She urged the people of Oshimili South to continue supporting the council's efforts, emphasizing that the Oko Event Centre would stimulate economic acti...

Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, and Rev. Apostle Chris Eruemulor during the distribution of rice and others to Widows by the latter at Boji Boji-Owa, Ika North East LGA on Monday, December 23, 2024 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday, affirmed his administration's readiness to kick off tangible empowerment of widows in the year 2025. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this while delivering a sermon at a Widows' Empowerment Forum, organised by the Founder of Calvary World Outreach, Apostle Chris Eruemulor, at Boji-Boji Owa, in Ika North East Local Government Area of the state. Oborevwori, who took his text from the book of Deuteronomy 16 verses 11 to 14, said widows had a special place in God's heart, hence the need to take good care of them. He advocated that taking care of widows was a way of pleasing God and affirmed that the wellbeing of widows was core project of his administration. The governor a...