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Pensioners protesting in abia state today over two years unpaid Dept’s by governor okezie ikpeazu. Does the governor sleep at night? He must have sold his soul to the devil if he d

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By Akpovoke Otiti

Chief James Augoye has commended the people of Okpe Local Govt Area and Delta Central Senatorial district for re- electing his Excellency, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, which gave birth to his re appointment for the next four years.

The Honourable Commissioner for works renewed his commitment to move Delta state forward, during a ceremony organized to celebrate his stewardship

In a statement released recently in his office, Asaba he said, “I ‘m overwhelmed, even till now am still surprised ‘, the hosting took me others;rprise, he said . With the level of developement, committement and confidence reposed in the perspective Augoye brought to bear in the ministry of works , we his kinsmen are proud of him.

The statement reads: “In an overwhelming show of patriotism and loyalty to Deltans the people have through their votes, exercised their power to elect leaders and determine the course of our Nation for the next four years. Okpe have let it be known that we are willing to put in the work necessary to get Delta great.

“The good people of Okpe have once again celebrated me. I am humbled by the support and confidence reposed in the perspective I bring to the Ministry of works and Deltans .

“Thus, I want to extend my gratitude to Our Amiable Delta State Speaker, Chief Sherriff Oborevwori and all Okpe pdp families

“It is time to address the critical issues of infrastructure development, accessibility and affordability of education, and increased employment among others; he said.

ASABA – The Delta State Com­missioner for Infor­mation, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has assured of the state government’s continued partnership with media practitioners in the dissemination of quality information in the state.

The Commissioner gave this assurance when the management of Bridge FM paid him a courtesy call in his office in Asaba.

He said they had en­joyed the services of the station which started op­erations barely two- and -a-half years ago, saying that they carry out their duties with professional­ism.

Mr. Aniagwu stated that the media organiza­tion was counted as one of the very strong media outfits in the country.

“I have enjoyed the very good professional presentation and handling of issues to the extent that we count Bridge Radio as one of the very strong media houses in the country, despite your newness in terms of age,” he said.

According to the commissioner, there was need for collabora­tion in order to market the beauty that abound in the state, saying that their working together would be effective to the state, especially by informing the people and getting across to the rest of the world to let them know what they were doing as a govern­ment.

He advised the me­dia to key into the ministry so they could talk about what they were doing in their various ministries in a bid to properly educate the people on plans of the government concerning the affairs and develop­ment in the state.

Earlier, the Station Manager of Bridge FM, Mr. Rex Okiche told the commissioner that he brought the delegation to congratulate him as well as seek areas of collabora­tion, to enable the radio station disseminate in­formation in ministry and also develop programmes to enlighten Deltans of government activities.

Mr. Okiche also com­mended the commissioner for the SMART Delta ini­tiative and requested to also partner to have Smart Delta in Radio.

By Akpovoke Otiti

Chief Hon. Solomon Urhobojiyovwe Ahwinawhi advised his supporters never to be discouraged in any way against their passion, love, support , they should stand anytime to make worthy campaigms for 2023, that he is fully in the race.

The former lawmaker gave the advice while speaking in an interview with Aljaziral reporters in warri during the marriage ceremony of Hon.Dr. Richard Kofi , Ughelli South Council Chairman.stating that despite what happens during the general elections , ‘ we’ll not be discouraged , rather it makes us more firm and stronger ‘ , we have learnt from our mistakes , 2023 we’ll make history, he said .

According to him, ‘ i encourage all supporters to be calm , soonest we will unvail our plans’, Ahwinawhi.

Mr. Anant Badjatya, Chief Executive Officer Stallion Group, a global business conglomerate has announced a donation of N120million to be made by the Charity Arm of Stallion Group, Stallion Empowerment Initiative for upgrade of facilities at the DSC Technical High School and Hospital being operated by Premium Steel and Mines Limited.

Mr Avant Badjatya CEO of Stallion Group addresses the press on the state of DSC and plans for resuscitation and announced the donation during a facility tour of the company which took the Stallion Group’s team to the DSC Technical High School and the Premium Hospital, Ovwian-Aladja, on thursday .

Mr. Badjatya expressed satisfaction with the performance of the school in terms of academics, noting that the conduct of the staff and students was excellent and that there was need to encourage the schools towards improved performance hence the donation.

‘’The Schools and Hospital are doing incredibly well and all we want to do is to intervene in areas of need so as to boost the infrastructural demands of the facilities.” he said.

He maintained further that the Premium Hospital, which he noted was one of the best in the locality was getting huge vote so as to procure ambulances, X-ray machines, Laboratory, Ultra-sound machines and other critical equipment required for excellent discharge of services in the health facility, noting that the pharmacy and other sectors of the hospital would receive critical attention from the fund, which he said was the first phase of fund to be released for infrastructure development in the company none-core sector.

He commended Mr Prasanta Mishra, CEO of PSML for his committment to the resuscitation plan on the company, emphasizing that the rolling mill was fully operational and the company is in advanced stages for the next phase of investment to restart the SMS which would start producing billets locally once it comes on-stream. He disclosed further that the company was investing over 200m dollars in resuscitating Premium Steel and Mines Limited so as to restore the old glory of the former Delta Steel Company.

PSML executives called on the host communities to continue supporting PSML, as the company is determined to break-even to change the narrative towards a more productive steel development in Nigeria.

“Thousands of unemployed youths would be mopped up from the labour market once the resuscitation programme is completed”, Mr Badjatya added.

Members of the Stallion Empowerment Initiative, the philanthropic arm of Stallion Group including Ms. Arpita Roy Luthra, Mr. John Iyalla and others were with the Stallion Group CEO during the visit.

Principal of DSC Technical High School, Mr. J.E Sido and Chief Medical Director Dr Olusegun Joshua of Premium Steel and Mines Hospital in their remarks thanked the Stallion Empowerment Initiative team for the visit and the generous donation. The principal assured that the institutions will continue to maintain the profile of excellence which has stood the school out as one of the best in Nigeria.

The Udu ICON/Role Model Awards is a yearly award event that seeks to recognize outstanding individual and corporate organizations for their tireless efforts and contributions towards promoting the growth and rich cultural heritage of Udu people, Delta State and Nigeria in general. The Award is aimed at inspiring and motivating the Awardees to be more outstanding in their area of achievements.The General public can now Nominate their favorite personalities for the 2019 prestigious Udu ICON/Role Model Award, via test Messages or Whatsapp to the following numbers: 09019352010, 09079526683.Date of Award Ceremony: 29th November, 2019NOMINATION STARTS 11TH OF OCTOBER, ENDS ON THE 31ST OF OCTOBER, 2019 BY MIDNIGHT 12AM1. Youth Personality of the Year2. Youth Leader of the Year3. Community Developer of the Year4. Business Personality of the Year5. Company of the Year6. Public Service Officer of the Year7. Grassroots Personality of the Year8. Udu Beacon of Hope9. Youth Supportive Personality of the Year10. Media Personality of the Year11. Industrialist of the Year12. Radio of the Year13. On Air Personality of the Year14. Oil Marketer of the Year15. Transport Company of the Year16. Social Media Personality of the Year17. Udu Man of the Year18. Udu Personality of the Year19. Best Pupils in Udu Primary Schools20. Best Students in Udu Secondary Schools21. Best President General of the Year22. Best Lesgislator of Udu Local Government Council of the Year23. Outstanding Mother ot the Year24. Human Capacity Builder of the Year.NB: For sponsorship and Advertisement placement and partnership see poster for details or call 09019352010, 09079526683
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FOLLOW the victory at the FCT High Court, Apo, Abuja over N500 Million damages suit filed by Social Exchange Market (SEM), International limited against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Social Exchange Market Certified Chairmen Association (SEMCCA), Delta State Chapter has fixed Friday October 11, 2019 to inaugurate executive members of Delta State Chapter.It would will be recall that the EFCC in October 2018, sealed the office of the SEM located in Utako, Abuja and went to seized some vital documents based on allegations that it runs a ponzi scheme, which contradicts the Laws of Nigeria.The company aggrieved by the actions of the anti-graft agency filed a suit in the FCT High Court praying for an order to restrain the commission from disrupting its business.Soeaking to newsmen at Osubi airport, Delta State,the national chairman of SEMCCA, Engr. Theophilus Enebechi said, “My mission in Delta State is to celebrate and and inaugurate the state executive and make the whole world to know that we exist and by us with Donald Olorunkeyede, our disbursement is here.“We don’t think about challenge because project SEMCCA is a divine project of God and mandate and as I speak to you, it is God that is fighting the battle”.Speaking on the recent challenges that faced SEMCCA, Enebechi held that they are not afraid of anybody but the only thing we are trying to do now is to avoid people with clandestine interest.Also speaking, the National patron of SEMCCA, Rev Collins Ogochukwu said, “Our people in SEMCCA should have patience but I have hope that the vision will speak this year and not next year.”SEMCCA is going through a little process and that process is to ensure that no least person is left behind and there is nothing hidden in it.Donald is a who do not like people who are trickish or cheaters, if he had abide by the security men, maybe so many would not have get they will get.Speaking on the hijack of the process by politicians and the government of the day, Ogochukwu insisted that SEMCCA is owned by God and what God owns, no man can hijack it and if they try it what happens in the book of Kings would happen, they will see it but will not partake in it”.The state chapter executive will be inaugurated on Saturday 11 October, 2019 at Ughelli, Delta State

OZORO – Delta state Polytechnic Students took to stret a peaceful protest today over non availability of speed brakers, along Asaba /Ozoro road. The students Union President who said they have been victimized by the Ministry of Works, Delta state.Despite several appeal letters written to them by the Ministry of works, Ozoro, on behalf of the Students Union Government (DSPZ) on the need to erect speed-breakers on the road for easy crossing of our students, have fallen on deaf ears… Just last week, we almost lost three of our students while crossing the road due to the speed of vehicles plying the busy road.

As we speak, the school is about admitting new students. Some of these students are from the hunter communities who are not used to the metropolitan city traffic; and so may find it difficult to cross the ever busy Ozoro Asaba express road…

By this note, we the entire students of Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro, are calling on the state Governor, HE Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa to come to our aid by calling the Ministry of Works to do the needful or we will be left with no other option than to block the Ozoro Asaba express way because we will not wait until we lose our students before erecting the said speed-breakers….

Life Is Sacred. A stitch in time saves nine!

The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has commended the State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa for introducing the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF ) in the state.

In his opening remarks on Thursday in Asaba, at a two-day workshop on Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Budget Process for Members of the Delta State House of Assembly, the Speaker said; “I wish to seize this opportunity to express our profound appreciation to His Excellency, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa for his foresight in introducing the MTEF process to the State”.

The Workshop, with the theme, ” The MTEF as a mechanism for effective service delivery to the citizens “, according to the Speaker, promises to be exciting engagement, adding that the Workshop was being held to serve as a refresher course for returning Members and to expose new Members to the MTEF document and Budget process.

Rt. Hon. Oborevwori outlined the objectives of the workshop to include, enhancing participants understanding of the Delta State Fiscal Responsibility Law and ancillary matters, to improve participants understanding of the MTEF, FPS and other related concepts and principles to enable them effectively engage in the deliberation of the 2020 budget and to provide a platform for the House to reflect and agree on positioning the House to effectively review the 2020 MTEF and Budget of the State as well as monitor/ oversight its implementation.

“My dear colleagues, one of the principal duties of the legislature has always been to exercise control over the raising and spending of public revenue. We exercise this function in the consideration and passage of the Annual Budget of the State. Lately, a global best practice in Budgeting, MTEF, was adopted by all Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries to strengthen Budgeting process in Governments”, he said.

The Speaker added that; “Nigeria is a member of the OECD. As a State, the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) was introduced in 2016 by His Excellency, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa. The purpose of MTEF is to indicate the financial resources needed during the Medium Term covering a period of three years. Any moment from now, the 2020 – 2022 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) of the State will be sent to the House by His Excellency, the Governor. Therefore, this workshop is apt and cannot hold at a better time than this”.

He also said; “Distinguished Colleagues, I can assure you that once we get the MTEF process right, our considerations of the anticipated 2020 Budget will be less cumbersome for Committees. I therefore urge Members to pay attention to the lectures and actively participate in the technical sessions”.

The Speaker expressed the hope that at the end of the workshop, “our understanding of the concept of MTEF, it’s guiding principles and purpose, and the general budget process will be enhanced”.

Earlier, the Clerk of the Delta State House of Assembly, Mrs ( Barrister) Lyna Ocholor said that “It is my honour and privilege to welcome you to this two days workshop which is geared towards providing a learning curve for the first timers and as a refresher course for the ranking members as we look into the budget process and the Medium Term Expenditure Framework / Fiscal Strategy Paper as it concerns Delta state”.

She said that the MTEF/FSP is a three-year rolling Expenditure plan that spells out the medium-term expenditure priorities and provides the basis for the preparation of the annual budget of the State.

She lauded the leadership of the House for taking the initiative to organize the workshop before the presentation of the 2020 budget, saying that; ” It is my sincere belief that at the end of this workshop, Honourable Members will be ready to engage MDAs and other stakeholders in critically examining the budget estimates as it relates to the MDAs they oversight”.

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By Akpovoke Otiti

ASABA – Quarterly press briefing with Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa on tuesday at Government house, many of the Urhobo politicians recieved the greatest shock of their lifes as Okowa said is only God who knows his successor come 2023, that as the pendulum swings, “we are supposed to follow the PDP zoning system but as it is now no annointed successor fron the Urhbobo extraction .

According to Governor that the political permutations with the power rotation pattern of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in which brought him Okowa in barely five months ago into power in may 29th 2019 for his second term, that due to the permutation and zoning the next governor supposed to come from Delta Central, but as it id now is only God who knows !

But while fielding questions from crop of selected journalists in the state during media interactive parley recently Okowa said that only God will appoint his successor since it is only Him that appoints Kings.

According to him, “I can’t give verdict on who become governor in 2023 in Delta State. I’m not God, so I don’t know my successor now, only God knows who will take over from me so when we get to that bridge, we will know how to cross over it”, the governor resorted.

Speaking on the suspension of his youngest aide , Master Ovie Success Ossai , that allow me discipline my Son on my own way , thair are more to it .

On the issue of poor electricity in the state, Okowa expressed doubt if the Benin Electricity Distributions Company, BEDC has the finances to shoulder the power crisis.

“I am in doubt if BEDC has the finances to run the outfit, he said adding that the persistence problem of power supply should be traced to lack of finances to tackle the challenges of electricity in the state.

The governor however lamented that roads were failing across the country and that the Federal Government was overwhelmed.

He pointed out that the nation’s economy was going down “and with competing needs, there is need to provide for toll gates in functioning roads.

“They should concession these roads to competent companies and the money made should be ploughed back to continue the maintenance of the roads where the toll gates are located.

“It is far cheaper to pay for tolls on good roads than spend money on maintenance of your cars, with the attendant delays and inconveniences as a result of bad roads.

“We would have preferred that Federal Government either repaired the roads or made refunds when states reconstruct the roads, because most of the roads have started to fail, more so, when bigger heavy duty vehicles are on roads not envisaged during design and construction.”

He also disclosed that his administration was giving a boost to tourism, saying “there are things that we need to do to encourage the people to improve on activities that will make families more comfortable.

“So, we are looking forward to building a Pleasure Park which will be on the Ugbolu-Asaba road, and we are also putting up a film village to encourage our budding artistes as Asaba has become the hub for movie locations.

“The new Secretariat Complex we are building in Asaba is coming on strong; I am very satisfied with the level of work being carried out and it is one of the biggest secretariats in the country.

“We thank God that at the end, we will have a reasonable accommodation for our work