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By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaGovernor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta state has called on citizens to eschew divisions and unite to rebuild the nation.The governor made the call in a goodwill message to Nigerians, especially Deltans, on the 59th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence , contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba.He said there was need for all Nigerians to shun primordial sentiments of ethnicity, religion and all forms of sectionalism, and collaborate to rebuild a nation where peace, justice and economic growth would reign.He remarked that the people had suffered avoidable hardship because of lack…

By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaLand dispute that has lingered over 57 years involving legal tussle between Ibusa and Ogwashi communities of Delta State, has continued to heighten tension within the state capital territory.The ownership of the stretch of land covering over a thousand hectares, presently hosting a Nigerian Navy stakeholding institution, the Admiralty University and a federal government dam project, has remained the subject of persistent legal contention between the neighbouring communities.Although the Ibusa community of Oshimili North local government area of Delta state had obtained successive judgments from the lower court up to the Supreme Court spanning over a period…

By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaA suspected cultist, who engaged policemen in a gun duel was recently killed by men of the Delta State Police Command at the Udu Express Junction in Udu Local Government Area of the state. This was confirmed by the police.The yet-to-be identified man was alleged to have engaged some police operatives in a gun duel during a fracas between suspected rival cult groups in the area.Udu Council  chairman, Mr Jite Brown had last week imposed a curfew in the urban areas of the council over clashes between suspected cult groups in the areas. But the clashes persisted…

By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaThe minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said that tourism has become an integral part and a major boost to national and global economy.Lai Mohammed stated this at the 2019 World Tourism Day Celebration hosted by the Delta State Government in Asaba.The minister who was represented by the director, Tourism Development Board, Mr. Folorunsho Coker, said, “The World Tourism Day is commemorated on October 27 of every year to foster awareness among the global communities on the social, cultural, political and economic value of tourism and a condition in reaching the Sustainable Development…

By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaTragedy struck in Asaba, Delta State on Saturday, September 29 as a police officer reportedly killed a female colleague while on official duty.The police officers from B Division in Asaba, were attached to the ministry of Environment which was carrying out demolition of illegal structures in the state capital.It was gathered that the sad event took place during the demolition exercise at the Bonsaac area of the state capital,.Trouble allegedly started when the market women were trying to prevent their containers from being demolished. In an effort to scare the women, the policeman fired some shots into…

By Dave Okpogadie, AsabaGovernor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, has called for financial autonomy of the Judicial and Legislative Arms of government. He said such autonomy is necessary to engender speedy and effective service delivery to the people.Okowa stated this at a thanksgiving service at Emmanuel The Saviour Catholic Church, Asaba, to usher in the 2019/2020 Legal Year in Delta State.He said there was need for greater partnership among the three arms of government to ensure good governance and provide desired autonomy for all the arms.“I believe that when people work together they do not have any fear. We are…

By Chiemeka Green, YenagoaMrs. Beauty Ogere SiasiaCommunity women and the Siasia family are celebrating the safe return of the mother of embattled former Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia.Madam Beauty Ogere  Siasia breathed freedom   following her release from the kidnappers den after a 76 day incarceration. The 80 year old woman is now re-united with her family in Odoni, Sagbama Local Government, ending weeks of fear and anxiety over her fate.The Bayelsa State Police Command hadreiterated its commitment to ensuring Madam Siasia’s rescue from her abductors some two weeks agoThe commissioner of Police, CP Uche Anozia gave the assurance while briefing…

By Chiemeka Green, YenagoaA stalwart of the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) Worldwide and younger brother of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant, Robert Igali, and three others recently kidnapped along Elele Community in Rivers State while trying to rescue Bayelsa State bound accident victims have been released..The accident victims, according to eyewitness account, were returning from the wedding ceremony of an appointee of the member representing Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Preye Oseke in Mbaise axis of Imo State when the bus they boarded got involved in an accident.Igali and three of his friends, who…

High Chief Dr. O. B. Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRSOn Saturday September 21, 2019, The O.B Lulu-Briggs Foundation opened yet another chapter in its goodwill programmes as it launched a much needed lifeline for women, the under writing of surgical operations and rehabilitation programme for 100 uterine fibroid patients.The project is part of activities marking the 18th anniversary of the O.B Lulu-Briggs Foundation.Welcoming guests to the event which held at the Foundation’s Pavillon, the chairman, Dr. Mrs. Seinye O. B. Lulu-Briggs, the event was the first since the passing of her husband, High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, who joined his…

Comrade Patrick NaagbantonSince the cold hands of death snatched our dedicated comrade and the people’s dependable ally, Comrade Patrick Naagbanton late hours of Saturday September 21,  2019, expressions of disbelief and shock have been the reaction from across the globe.Colleagues in activism from the Niger Delta, all around Nigeria, to Europe, US, Canada, everywhere Patrick crossed, have been sending in condolences and tributes. Constance Meju, Managing Editor National Point Newspaper, chairperson, CEHRDA great tree has fallen. Patrick Naagbanton, a giant in size and heart, a fearless journalist and human rights defender has left for the unknown.This great soul who has…