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 IJAW GROUP COMMENDS PRESIDENT TINUBU AND GOV. OBOREVWORI FOR RESOLVING WARRI WARD DELINEATION CONFLICT  Warri- The Ijaw Political Grassroots Development Movement (IPGDM) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for their timely intervention in resolving the lingering ward delineation dispute among the indigenous people of Warri and its environs. In a press statement signed by Comrade Sheriff Mulade, PhD, and Hon. Omoun Ebi, Chairman and Secretary respectively, on behalf of the Ijaw socio-cultural pressure group, the organisation also appreciated the various ethnic nationalities for agreeing to work together in harmony in the interest of peace and development in Warri and its environs. The group urged stakeholders from the Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Urhobo ethnic nationalities to embrace peaceful coexistence for the sake of development. "It is imperative to state that peace in Warri and its environs is vital for oi...

 SA TO THE GOVERNOR ON NON-INDIGENES TRADERS CHIEF OKEKE FELICITATES NIGERIANS,DELTANS ON DEMOCRACY DAY CELEBRATION  The Special Assistant SA to the Governor on Non Indigenes Traders Chief Sunny Okeke has Congratulated all Nigerians and Deltans in particular on the occasion of the Country's Democracy Day held on June 12 Annually. Describing Democracy as one of the best systems of Government Chief Okeke commended the founding fathers for adopting it as the mode of operation in Nigeria. He called on the masses to continue to show resilience despite the harsh economic challenges in the country expressing optimism that the tide would soon be over. Chief Sunny Okeke who is the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC ward 5 in Uvwie Local Government praised the leadership qualities of the state Governor Rt Honorable Sheriff Oborevwori. He described the Governor as an invaluable gift to the people of Delta State and assured that the Oborevwori led administration would continue ...

 SSA TO GOVERNOR ON NON-INDIGENES AFFAIRS HONORABLE ADIBE FELICITATES NIGERIANS ON DEMOCRACY DAY  As Nigerians bask in the euphoria of the country's Democracy Day Celebration the Senior Special Assistant SSA to Governor of Delta State on Non-Indigenes Affairs Honorable Victor Adibe has sent out a message of hope to every Deltan and Nigerian at large. Honorable Adibe described Democracy as the best system of Government as it allows the will of the majority to prevail and assured the people that things would get better. Honorable Adibe who is the Chief Executive Officer CEO of Victor Authentic Venture asked Nigerians to be hopeful and continue to strive in the face of hardship and disappointment noting that their efforts would surely yield the needed gain. He commended efforts of founding fathers for choosing to practice democracy over other systems of governance and implored leaders in authority to always remember to take care of the poor in their midst. The Governor's Aide pra...

 SSA TO GOVERNOR OBOREVWORI NZE ONUORA GREETS DELTANS, NIGERIANS ON COUNTRY'S DEMOCRACY CELEBRATION  The Senior Special Assistant SSA to the Governor of Delta State on Non-Indigenes Affairs Nze Francis Onuora has penned a special congratulatory message to all Deltans and Nigeians on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day Celebration. Nze Onuora who recognized efforts of the founding fathers to the realization of Nigeria's Democracy  also thanked the average Nigerian for their contributions, commitment and Dedication to the country. Nze Francis Onuora who is the Chief Executive Officer CEO of Francon Sports and Fitness Centre acknowledged the harsh economic challenges in the country but expressed hope that things would continue to get better. While congratulating every Nigerian and Deltan for witnessing this year's Democracy Day the SSA to the Governor on Non Indigenes Affairs sued for continuous support to the present administration led by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. He ...

 COMRADE SHERIFF MULADE EXPRESSES JOY OVER COURT JUDGEMENT IN FAVOUR OF OKUAMA COMMUNITY, EMPHASIZES FOR PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE Warri - A Warri-Based Environmental Rights Advocate, and Development Crusader, Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has congratulated the people of Okuama Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State following the judgment of the Federal High Court sitting in Warri, which granted relief to detainees in connection with the Okuama military incident. In a statement made available to journalists, Comrade Mulade described the court's decision as a significant step towards justice, healing, reconciliation, and the restoration of confidence in the rule of law.  The Renowned Peace Ambassador noted that the judgment offers renewed hope to affected families and serves as a reminder of the importance of due process and fairness in a democratic society. He commended the judiciary for its commitment to justice and urged all stakeholders to remain ...

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...