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Mulade call for peaceful coexistence among Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobos in Warri federal constituency.

A popular Human Rights and advocacy organization in the Niger Delta region, The Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ) on Tuesday launched a high-level multi-stakeholder roundtable dialogue among the Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo ethnic nationalities in Delta State with a view to de-escalating the recurring tensions among these ethnic groups and strengthen bonds of peaceful coexistence among the people.

In attendance at the peacebuilding dialogue held at King George Hall, Warri South Local Government Area was a wide spectrum of stakeholders, comprising community leaders, security agencies, market traders, civil society organizations and representatives of the various ethnic nationalities resident across Warri Federal Constituency of Delta State.
Communities represented included Okere Urhobo Kingdom Communities, Itsekiri Communities, Agbarha-Warri Kingdom Communities and Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom communities, among others.

Representatives of the Igbo, Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba, Kogi-Igala and Isoko communities residence in Delta State were equally present.
The session which focused on “restoring the glory of Warri, rebuilding trust, promoting unity and preventing conflict through sustained engagement” also had in attendance security and civil society leaders, including, SP Musa Yau-Kangiwa, DPO ‘A’ Division, Warri; ASP Hezekiah Okpabi (representing ‘B’ Division, Warri); Prof. Andrew Agboro, Chairman, Delta State Civil Society Organisations; Sylvester Okoh, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Warri Peace Community Support Initiative; and ASP Obehi Idiake, Station Officer, ‘A’ Division, Warri.

Addressing the gathering, the CEPEJ National Coordinator and Ibe-Sorimowei of Ancient oil-rich Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, Comrade Sheriff Mulade, PhD noted that “the peace initiative aligns with CEPEJ’s sustained advocacy for durable peace and stability in Warri and neighbouring areas”.

It is imperative to state that in our contemporary society, there are two major triggers of war: conflict investors and conflict beneficiaries. Hence, eliminating conflicts becomes difficult challenge. However, we can do everything possible to de-escalate and make it unattractive.

Mulade stressed the need to consolidate on the existing harmony in Warri Federal Constituency and its environs just as he expressed appreciation to market women and representatives of non-indigenes including the Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba, Igbo, Isoko, Kogi and Igala communities for their participation.

He said, “Warri Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo are one. We have lived in peace even before now. Warri is our own, and the essence of peace is to consolidate and strengthen it”.
Mulade lauded the participants for their commitment and called for continued collaboration to ensure a peaceful and inclusive Warri.

The event featured a keynote address by Dr.Austin Onuoha, Adjunct Faculty, National Peace Academy, Abuja, who urged all ethnic groups to “embrace unity and collective responsibility as the foundation for lasting peace in Warri”.

A major highlight of the event was a unity drama display which postulated the importance of coexistence and unity among the various ethnic groups in Warri and the inauguration of a 20-member Warri Indigenes and Residents Peacebuilding Committee (WIRPC) drawn from the various ethnic nationalities including non Indigenes of Warri.
The committee, according to Mulade, is “mandated to deepen stakeholder engagement, de-escalate tensions, sustain dialogue and reinforce peaceful practices across communities”.
The committee will operate for one year within which remarkable progress would have been achieved.

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By: Akpovoke Otiti

Ughelli -Chief Samuel Akpimegi, has expressed deep gratitude to God for the peaceful and successful conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) congress in Ughelli North, describing the atmosphere of the exercise as calm, orderly and reflective of the party’s growing internal cohesion.

In a statement made available to AjAZIRALReport Newspaper, Akpimegi paid glowing tribute to party leaders and stakeholders who, according to him, invested their time, wisdom, knowledge and resources to ensure that the congress was conducted without rancour, misunderstanding or disruption, thereby reinforcing the credibility of the party’s internal democratic processes.

He particularly commended Jaro Omovudu Egbo, noting that his consistency, strategic guidance and firm commitment to party unity played a decisive role in steering the process towards a smooth and widely accepted outcome.

Akpimegi further applauded the collective resolve of party elders, chieftains and grassroots leaders, stressing that their willingness to put the interest of the party above personal ambitions significantly contributed to the seamless nature of the congress.

Special recognition was also accorded to Lucky Ofomukoro on his emergence as the new Chairman of the party in the local government area, with Akpimegi describing the development as a clear reflection of confidence in Ofomukoro’s leadership capacity and political maturity.

He expressed optimism that the new leadership would consolidate the party’s structures across wards and communities, adding that Ofomukoro possesses the experience and organisational strength required to mobilise members effectively and place the party in a formidable position ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By : Majemite media

Olorogun Fred Okiemute Majemite has graced the 90th birthday reception organised in honour of Mrs. Elizabeth Onomarie Ogbimi, describing the milestone as a celebration of grace, family values and enduring legacy.

Majemite joined the Chairman of Delta Trust Mortgage Bank Ltd, Dr. Jude Omena Ogbimi, and members of the Ogbimi family to mark the memorable anniversary of their matriarch, Mrs. Elizabeth Onomarie Ogbimi.

The colourful celebration, held at the family compound in Otor-Igho community, Isoko South, attracted respected personalities and well wishers from across different sectors of society.

Among the dignitaries present were a former Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development in Delta State, Hon. Solomon Ogba, as well as Hon. Ohwoavbodua Nurudeem and the Delta State Commissioner for Economic Planning, Hon. Sunny Akporokiamo, alongside several other prominent guests.

The event was marked by goodwill messages, prayers and tributes, with family members and associates extolling the virtues of the celebrant and her enduring influence on the Ogbimi family and the wider community.

In his goodwill message, Majemite wished the nonagenarian many more fruitful years in good health and sound mind, praying for divine grace and continued peace as she marks another remarkable chapter in her life.

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The Chairman of the Delta State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Chief Barr. Samuel Mariere, has commended the peaceful, transparent and credible conduct of the recent congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli North, describing the exercise as a true reflection of internal party democracy.

Mariere, who spoke shortly after the conclusion of the congress, said he was delighted by the smooth and seamless process that produced the new leadership of the party in the local government area, stressing that the exercise was conducted in an atmosphere of unity, mutual respect and collective commitment to the progress of the APC.

According to him, there was no parallel or rival structure anywhere, as the congress produced a single, authentic leadership through consensus, in the presence of party elders, chieftains, leaders and faithful, who collectively demonstrated maturity and discipline throughout the exercise.

He stated that the emergence of Lucky Ofomukoro as chairman of the party in Ughelli North was the clear outcome of the will of the delegates and stakeholders, noting that the process was transparent, inclusive and widely accepted by all critical interests within the party.

Mariere further described Ofomukoro as a dependable party man with the capacity, experience and leadership qualities required to pilot the affairs of the party to an enviable height, adding that he is someone with whom all stakeholders can confidently work for the overall success of the APC in the area.

The SUBEB chairman therefore called on party leaders, members and supporters across the local government to rally round the new leadership, sustain the existing unity and work collectively to strengthen the party ahead of future political engagements in Ughelli North and beyond.

The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria, Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has been presented with a Distinguished Honours Award by the University of Delta, Agbor, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the growth and development of the institution.

The award was formally presented at the weekend by the Vice Chancellor of the university, Stella Chiemeke, during a special ceremony held at the institution’s campus in Agbor, Delta State.

In her remarks, the Vice-Chancellor commended Guwor for his unwavering support for quality education and institutional advancement, noting that his interventions and advocacy have continued to strengthen the university’s academic environment, infrastructure development and overall capacity to deliver on its mandate.

She stressed that the leadership commitment demonstrated by the Speaker has significantly enhanced the visibility of the university and positioned it as a fast-growing centre of learning in the state, describing the honour as a mark of appreciation for selfless service to educational development.

Responding, Guwor expressed gratitude to the management of the university for the recognition, reaffirming his resolve to continue supporting policies and initiatives that promote sustainable growth of tertiary education and human capital development across Delta State.

Ughelli – Rev. Tony Ogugu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Comr. Lucky Ofomukoro on his emergence as Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli North Local Government Area, following the successful conduct of the party’s local government congress.

The cleric and politician described the outcome of the congress as a clear reflection of the confidence reposed in the younger generation of party leaders, noting that the peaceful and transparent process further strengthened the credibility of the party’s internal democratic culture in the local government.

Rev. Ogugu, who is a leading figure of Christ Envoy International USA, and an illustrious son of Agbarha, commended party leaders and stakeholders for demonstrating unity of purpose and political maturity throughout the exercise.

He expressed deep appreciation to party elders, chieftains and faithful for their overwhelming support and for entrusting the leadership of the party in Ughelli North into what he described as “the hands of a confident, committed and forward looking young leader,” capable of repositioning the party for greater success.

According to him, Comr. Ofomukoro possesses the organisational competence, humility and inclusive leadership style required to strengthen the party’s structure across board, mobilise grassroots supporters and consolidate the APC’s presence in all wards of the local government.

Rev. Ogugu further urged the new chairman to prioritise unity, reconciliation and broad based participation in party affairs, expressing optimism that the new leadership would work closely with stakeholders to deliver a stronger and more cohesive APC in Ughelli North ahead of future political engagements.

………Charge New Leadership on 2027 Victory

By: Akpovoke Otiti

Ughelli – Olorogun Fred Okiemute Majemite has congratulated Comr. Lucky Ofomukoro on his emergence as the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Ughelli North Local Government Area, describing the outcome as a defining moment for the party’s future in the council.

Majemite, in a statement made available to journalists in Ughelli, described Ofomukoro as a tested and dependable party stalwart, noting that his emergence signals a new era of unity, renewed strength and strategic leadership for the party in the local government.

He stressed that the new chairman emerged through a legitimate and transparent consensus process, witnessed by leaders and stakeholders of the party across the area, insisting that the outcome reflected the collective will of the APC family in Ughelli North.

Among party leaders present at the congress were Hon. Festus Ovie Agas, Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, Chief Godwin Adode, Hon. Onoriode Agofure and Sir Festus Ahon, Chief Barr. Samuel Mariere, Chief Samuel Akpimegi JP, as well as the Executive Chairman of the council, Chief Jaro Omovudu Egbo, and several other elders of the party who remained seated throughout the consensus process.

The high point of the gathering was the formal inauguration of Ofomukoro and members of his executive committee, marking the commencement of a new leadership phase for the party in the area.

Although a brief disruption reportedly occurred during accreditation following the activities of suspected youths from the Evwreni axis, party officials promptly restored order, allowing the exercise to continue peacefully and end without rancour.

Speaking on the development, Egbo commended the emergence of Ofomukoro, describing it as a project divinely orchestrated and driven by resilience, discipline and leadership capacity, while urging the new executive to build a formidable structure capable of delivering victory for the party in the 2027 general elections.

Both Majemite and Egbo maintained that the choice of Ofomukoro was not accidental but the product of wide consultations and broad based consensus among party leaders at home and in the diaspora, charging the new leadership to sustain internal harmony and reposition the APC for sustained electoral success beyond 2027.

By: Akpovoke Otiti

Ughelli – The grand finale of the 2026 Rev. Tony Ogugu Football Tournament will hold on Thursday, February 26, 2026, by 3.00pm at the Ughelli General Field, located around the Water Board area in Ughelli.

The tournament convener, Rev. Tony Ogugu, disclosed that the competition was conceived and organised as a platform to foster unity, promote youth participation in sports and encourage grassroots sports development within the Ughelli North Local Government Area.

He said the grand finale would serve as a celebration of the eventual winners of the tournament, as well as the spirit of sportsmanship, discipline and outstanding performance displayed by the participating teams and players during the competition.

According to him, the initiative is aimed at positively engaging young people, strengthening community ties and using sports as a veritable tool for social development in the local government area.

Rev. Ogugu, therefore, called on community leaders, stakeholders and members of the public to attend the event as special guests and support the vision of promoting unity and youth empowerment through sports in Ughelli North.

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Chief Fred Okiemute Majemite, accompanied by a large entourage of party leaders and supporters, on Friday attended the burial ceremony of the late Salome Ufuoma Akpobome along Emevor Road, Agbarha-Otor, in Ughelli North.

Majemite, who led top chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the solemn ceremony, said the late Akpobome was widely respected in the community for her humility, compassion and selfless service to humanity.

According to him, the deceased lived a life defined by genuine love and deep concern for everyone who came in contact with her, noting that her legacy of kindness and peace would continue to inspire both family members and residents of Emevor and its environs.

He described the late Dame Akpobome as a woman of rare character who consistently stood for unity, harmony and mutual support within the community, adding that her commitment to the well being of others set her apart during her lifetime.

Majemite, while commiserating with the bereaved family, prayed for the repose of her soul and urged them to remain steadfast and united, assuring that the party and the community would continue to stand with them in their moment of grief.