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NUJ DBS WARRI CHAPEL CONGRATULATES UNIVERSITY DON, DR. PAUL BEBENIMIBO, ON BIRTH ANNIVERSARY Warri – The leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Warri Chapel, has felicitated the Registrar of the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, Dr. Paul Bebenimibo, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. In a statement jointly signed by the Chapel Chairman, Comrade John Glover, and Secretary, Comrade Oghenerouna Oyibo, the union described Dr. Bebenimibo as an accomplished academic, administrator, and a dependable friend of the chapel. The NUJ DBS Warri Chapel leadership recalled with appreciation the invaluable support Dr. Bebenimibo has extended to the union over the years, particularly in his capacity as Executive Secretary of the Tompolo Foundation, including his contribution towards the successful hosting of the chapel's annual Peace Walk in the past and other developmental initiatives. The union further noted that Dr. Bebenimib...

 

 CHIEF PEDRO BEKENAWEI WINS NDC TICKET FOR WARRI FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY, PLEDGES PURPOSEFUL REPRESENTATION Warri – Frontline politician and philanthropist, Chief (Dr) Pedro Bekenawei, has emerged as the flag bearer of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Warri Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 General Elections. Reacting to his emergence in a statement made available to journalists through his verified social media handle, Chief Bekenawei dedicated the victory to God, and the good people of Warri Federal Constituency, describing the outcome of the primary election as a clear demonstration of the confidence and support reposed in him by party faithful and constituents. The NDC candidate expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party for conducting a successful primary election and for affirming him as the party's candidate for the forthcoming general elections. Chief Bekenawei, a successful businessman and respected traditional chief from the ancient Gbaramatu Kin...

COMRADE SHERIFF MULADE CONGRATULATES CHIEF PEDRO BEKENAWEI FOR HIS SUCCESSFUL SELECTION AS NDC CANDIDATE NOMINEE  WARRI- Gbaramatu Kingdom-born peace ambassador and development advocate Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD, has congratulated Chief Pedro Bekenawei on his successful selection as NDC candidate nominee for Warri Federal Constituency. The renowned environmentalist, thank the leadership of Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, for the platform and opportunity to express his political ambition. In as much as, the party decided to jettison the outcome of the primaries, as if it never mattered, and decided to employ an appointment process, hitherto unknown, to select the highest bidder, is greatly acknowledged, because party is essentially Supreme. "It is imperative to state that, political office seeking is not a do or die affairs, and I am not a desperate office seeker, either.  My vision is, and has always been, to collaboratively contribute and work towards permanent ethnic unit...

 

 

 CHIEF SHERIFF MULADE CALLS FOR CALM, SAYS PEACE IN WARRI OUTWEIGHS POLITICAL AMBITION Warri -  Renowned Peace Ambassador and Environmental Justice Crusader, Comrade (Chief) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has expressed concern over the growing tension and divisive rhetoric in Warri and its environs, emphasizing that peace and stability in the area are far more important than any personal political ambition. Comrade Mulade, who is the candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Warri Federal Constituency, in the 2027 General Elections frowned at the actions of individuals allegedly promoting ethnic sentiments, blackmail, and inflammatory comments following the outcome of the party primaries, instead of focusing on preparations for the 2027 General Elections. He stressed the need for all stakeholders, political actors, and residents to prioritize unity, peace, and sustainable development across Warri and its neighbouring communities, noting that a peaceful environment rema...