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Written By Nelson Mukoro .. published by Otiti

The Great Arhavwarien People Festival 2019 !!!!….. Arhavwarien Kingdom, one of the major communities in Ughelli South local government area of Delta State.

Arhavwarien town being the traditional headquarters of the clan,has many villages spread as settlement around the Eastern bounds of the old Western Urhobo Division. A notable kingdom among the Urhobo twenty-four kingdom that makes the Urhobo nation. From History, the Arhavwarien people are said to have migrated from Onyah,a town at the confluence of the River Niger and River Num in Ndokwa East local government area. It was from there they settled at Uto- Arhavwarien, from there again moved through Egwu creeks,spent sometime at Egwu, then moved to the present settlement where they finally got settled today. The Arhavwarien people are pre – dominantly farmers and fishermen until western Education came where sons and daughters where being given shell Scholarships to school Abroad.

The Arhavwarien people has a unique Urhobo language accent that identiffies them in public world with rich cultural heritage which highly endear us with the following notable festival; Atigbo,lfie,Onyukun,Ephiowhe and Erhiorere. The people according to the United Nations accessment,adjorged the people to be very hospitable, friendly and highly educated in academics and other areas of life. The Arhavwarien people have great potential for tourism and development as presented by natural environment and endowment as an island. As the Arhavwarien Kingdom Festival Begins and runs through to the end of April,

“it surely is an opportunity to reunite family and friends who may have lost contact with each other over the years. This therefore is a window of opportunity also for the indegine to properly connect with the Monarch and chiefs of the kingdom to brainstorm on how best to move the kingdom forward in attracting development and government presence to the kingdom. With notable politicians of the Delta State rulling party mindful of the present state of the kingdom, now then is the time to draw government attention to the needs of the Arhavwarien people. Welcome home to our great Kingdom,a home like no other home.

A two days free Screening/ Vaccination for viral hepatitis B and free medical check up in Aniocha/Oshimilli federal Constituency has commenced today 23/04/19.

The exercise sponsored by Hon Joan Onyemaechi Mrakpor, member representing Aniocha/Oshimilli federal Constituency is being supervised by National Primary HealthCare Development Agency, NPHCDA, with Nedikom Resources Nigeria Limited as consultants.

The programme which commenced simultaneously at Obi’s Palace ground, opposite the market, Isele-uku and Model Primary School Ubulu-uku, was kicked off by the family Physician, who informed the people on the need to be vaccinated against the disease which destroys livers cells.

Medical check up and laboratory investigations were conducted on the people to ascertain their status before being vaccinated as a preventive measure against Hepatitis B in the presence of NPHCDA monitors from Abuja. The pharmacy unit also gave out drugs for those with minor ailments.

The Programme continues tommorow 24/04/19 at Asaba and Ogwashi uku venues.

EBU KINDOM– All roads leading to Ebu Community in Oshimili North Local government Area of Delta State seems blocked by top government officials, leaders of major political parties in Nigeria, scholars of international repute and movers and shakers of industry and finance just as Mrs Shimite Bello is been honored and Conffered, The Akpeli Ugo fufu 1 of the Universe, by the most respected revered Ebu Monarch, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Onu Paul Odilil of Ebu kingdom.

The confirment was in honor and to celebrate the strength, courage and contribution of Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa through her Aide,Secretery, Delta State Micro/Macro small medium Enterprises development Agency, Chief Mrs Shimite Bello to the people of Ebu Kingdom as part of the community’s determination to honour and show appreciation for the giant developmental strides recorded in Ebu Kingdom in particular and Delta State in general.

HRM, Onu Paul Odilil, said Dr. Okowa had brought rapid and sustained development to the Ebu community especially the Delta State Micro/Macro small medium Enterprises development Agency, Which economic profile rising tremendously in the past years.

The Monarch,however the leaders commended Okowa for providing high-quality leadership in Delta State.

“Chief Shimite Bello is one of the most ebullient personalities in the Okowa administration . She deserves the title in view of her sterling leadership and active role in the development of Delta,especially Ebu Kingdom, particularly the Oshimili ” the Monarch said.

Celebrated international lawyer and philanthropist, Prince Ned Nwoko will on Saturday 27th April 2019, take a special recognition as Nigeria’s foremost academic institution, Federal university of petroleum FUPRE ,Effurun , Delta State confer him Doctor of Science degree ( Honoris causa).Prince Nwoko is set to receive the prestigious honour with some eminent Nigerians for his outstanding contributions to social progress and human capital development .A nomination letter dated 15th April 2019 signed by the Vice chancellor of the Federal university of petroleum, Professor A O Akii Ibhobode said Prince Nwoko was chosen for his pedigree of philanthropy, service and integrity.Professor Ibhodode said the University was convinced that the prince had evolved enduring legacies that would inspire the new generation to pursue their goals for the greatness of society.Hon.Ned Nwoko, a prince of Idumuje- ugboko kingdom in Aniocha North local government area of Delta State is reputed for public charities through multi million scholarship to students in secondary and tertiary schools as well as empowerment scheme to thousands of people in the informal sector.He is the facilitator of the proposed STARS UNIVERSITY, Idumuje ugboko, the first sports University in sub Saharan Africa.A credible politician,Nwoko was recently declared senator – elect for Delta North senatorial district by a federal high court Abuja,which ruled that he was the legitimate winner of the October 2nd 2018 primary election for the National Assembly.Prince Nwoko, initiator of the famous Paris club loan refunds which ended Nigeria’s recession was a former member of House of Representatives for Aniocha/Oshimili federal constituency from 1999- 2003.The FUPRE award is the second of such outstanding honour for Prince Ned Nwoko haven received Doctorate in letters D.Litt .( Honoris Causa) from the Commonwealth University Belize ,North America in 1995.

By Ese AdagbraThe Commissioner representing Ughelli North Ethiope East in the Board of Delta State Oil Producing Areas Commission DESOPADEC Chief Pius Odioko Ovidje has said that Delta State remain the People’s Democratic Party PDP Stronghold which was reflected in the voting paterrn which translated into victory for the PDP in the just concluded Governorship and State House of Assembly Elections.He disclosed that a lot of units votes where cancelled by the Collation Officer and if those votes were added to the entire votes cast PDP would have won in Ughelli North Local Government Area.Just as he disclosed that Chief Great Ovadje Ogboru could not have won the election since there is already a silent written Constitution among the 3 Senatorial Districts of the state.Also Chief Ogboru is not a politician ” If he is a politician he would have been aware of the zonning arrangement between the people of the State”Chief Ovidje who was addressing journalists in Orogun, Ughelli North Local Government Area during the annual Eguana Festival also said that the festival is to commemorate how the Eguana saved their forefathers from danger of being killed” That is why you can see it ( Eguana) walking free in our land because he saved our forefathers from danger and made them to escape death.If it open its mouth you see two things that is why the Orogun man can speak both Urhobo and Ukwuani Languages” He added that the festival is about showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Orogun People and it is not fetish in any way.While stressing on the victory of the PDP in Delta State Chief Ovidje disclosed that apart from the fact that the All Progress Congress APC is deeply factionalise,he added that the Governorship Candidate of the party Chief Ogboru” Is not a politician because if he is a politician he should have known too well that there is no need for him to contest in the first place, since Delta Central and Delta North have both had their 8 years.”” So Urhobos did not vote out of sentiment because of Ogboru,No,No, Urhobos voted for PDP because it is part of the unwritten Constitution, that Delta North should complete their second term . Since that was the agreement and that it is how is been rotated among the 3 Senatorial Districts’On the agitation by the Ijaws and others saying it is their turn to produce the Governor of Delta State come 2023,Chief Ovidje said it is normal in politics for people to agitate for one thing or the other in politics but however ” It is the turn of Urhobos to produce Delta State Governor Okowa our Execellency,by 2023. It is too early for us to be talking of 2023.However nobody will do that with Urhobos because it is based on the already agreed Unwritten Constitution that it is Urhobo turn by 2023 why after that it will move back to Delta South.At that point it all depends on who the Ijaws , Iteskiri and Isoko decide.So Delta State remain PDP State”

EFFURUN- WARRI, Former Uvwie Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Henry Menabowanre Baro sent a goodwill message to Urhobo’s especially the Uvwie’s on Easter

The former Uvwie Council Chairman has called Urhobo’s not to lose hope of a brighter future of the state
Baro made this call in his Easter message to all his supporters, friends and family members on Sunday, April 21.
He noted that the average Urhobo youths are facing a lot of unemployment challenges but expressed optimism that the youths will overcome its challenges very soon .

Baro urged Urhobo’s to use the opportunity of the festivity to pray for the state and the Country and maintain peace with their neighbours.
He said:”I rejoice with all Urhobo’s especially our Christian brethren on the glorious occasion of the celebration of Easter.
“Easter is the most important feast in the Christian calendar and represents God’s redemptive mission over humanity, the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair and good over evil.
“The Christian festival commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ is also a time to emulate the virtues of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, humility, courage and endurance, which Christ embodied and remarkably demonstrated during His earthly ministry.
“Let us use this auspicious season to show love to our neighbours, and cater to the needs of the less-privileged in our midst.
“Our Urhobo nation is currently gripped with gloom over unfortunate killings, kidnappings and violence, as seen in the recent tragic incidents in some Urhobo communities.
“This should not be. We must reinforce the bond of brotherhood and good neighbourliness that residents of a cohesive community must share. We must not allow the few bad elements in our communities to put asunder our communal tendencies and chords of unity.

On this holy occasion, I enjoin all Urhobo’s to intensify prayers for peace and security to return to all parts of Delta Central I also urge you not to lose hope of a brighter and greater future for the country when we do the right things in love. Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning.

“Once more, I wish all our Christian brothers and sisters in Urhobo , Nigeria and around the world celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a Happy Easter.”. Henry Baro!

Mr. Treasure Akpovoke Otiti urges Nigerians especially Deltans to show love to their neighbours, and cater to th of the less-privileged as they celebrate Easter.

Otiti has felicitated with Christians across the country as they celebrate Easter holiday. Here’s his Easter message to all Nigerians.

I rejoice with all Nigerians, especially our Christian brethren on the glorious occasion of the celebration of Easter 2019.

Easter is the most important feast in the Christian calendar and represents God’s redemptive mission over humanity, the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair and good over evil.

The Christian festival commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ is also a time to emulate the virtues of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, humility, courage and endurance, which Christ embodied and remarkably demonstrated during His earthly ministry.

Let us use this auspicious season to show love to our neighbours, and cater to the needs of the less-privileged in our midst.

Editor : aljaziral reporters

ASABA – Olorogun Mrs Grace Aghoghovbia, Executive Assistant On Beautification (E.A), to the Executive Governor of Delta State , Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa in an Easter message issued on Good Friday April 20th 2019, called on Nigerians especially Deltans to work together towards making the Delta State and country better whilst emulating the lessons of the season.

Aghoghovbia also advised the Delta residents to “to emulate the virtues of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, humility, courage and endurance, which Christ embodied and remarkably demonstrated during His earthly ministry.”

The Executive Assistant further stated the necessity of working together despite the many challenges bedevilling the state and the Nation.

“Our nation is currently gripped with gloom over unfortunate killings, kidnappings and violence, as seen in the recent tragic incidents in some states of the federation.

“This should not be. We must reinforce the bond of brotherhood and good neighbourliness that citizens of a cohesive country must share.

“We must not allow the few bad elements in our communities to put asunder our communal tendencies and chords of unity.”

Aghoghovbia also stated she will “continue to provide dedicated and honest leadership to the people of Ughelli South and to every Deltans irrespective of political parties , religion or ethnic origin, feels secure to live, invest and prosper; where public office holders are accountable; and lawbreakers are brought to justice.”

By Sunday Apah, Ughelli

A Niger Delta based Non Governmental Organization, Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ) has called on the Director General of National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) to visit communities creeks in the Niger Delta affected by oil spill to ascertain extent of damages.

The National Coordinator of CEPEJ, Comrade Sheriff Mulade who made the call in Abuja, noted that oil spill related environmental damages need urgent attention and NOSDRA need to be abreast with numerous oil spill in the region to enable them discharge the agency’s statutory obligations to the people.

“We see reasons to redirect the attention of NOSDRA to several explosions of oil and gas facilities, pipelines resulting to severe environmental ecological damages. There are numerous substandard oil and gas transportation facilities that are often prone to leakage, spill and explosion, If NOSDRA makes it a priority to know the location of such facilities they could give a better response operations which includes detection, prevention and result oriented response”.

CEPEJ boss also drew the attention of NOSDRA to the preventable incident of 11 persons who died in 2016, from a pipeline explosion at Agip’s oilfield in Southern Ijaw Local Government of Bayelsa State, noting that it was necessary to call on NOSDRA to plan for a familiarisation visit to oil spills affected sites particularly in the creeks and interact with host communities across Niger Delta.

He called on NOSDRA to correctly evaluate the volume of crude and gas that has been discharged into the surrounding environment arising from various explosions, leakages, equipment failures and third party interference.

“It is also important to inspect some pipelines that are due for remedial maintenance and proffer solution aimed at forestalling reoccurrence of preventable explosion and spills for the sake of the environment”, he said.

He further added that CEPEJ is rightfully disposed and competently equipped to give the agency accurate knowledge of the Niger Delta creeks that are overrun with numerous forms of pipelines that could explode anytime and wreck havoc on the environment.

WARRI – Former DESOPADEC COMISSIONER , Hon. Festus Utuama has described Delta State Deputy Governor, Barr. Kingsley Burutu Utuaro as an excellent partner to Okowa and to many young aspiring politicians, a leader and a role model whose personal qualities are worthy of emulation by the youths.

Deputy Governor is now 51 on Tuesday, April 16.

Hon. Festus Utuama, in his message, said:

“As you get over your mid-fifties , we can say with all sense of modesty that we should celebrate every birthday anniversary with prayers in order for us to thank God for all the blessings and the bounties He showered upon us.

“It is only fair that we pause and reflect in our own different ways on all the life’s challenges we face day by day and the positive strides we have been blessed to attain.”

He added that “a typical day in the life of a Delta Deputy Governor requires faith, poise, patience, tenacity, experience, strategic thinking and quality character for one to get through it.”

The former DESOPADEC commissioner stated that Barr. Utuaro has been “an excellent role model to many young aspiring politicians and even to the not too young, because of the way and manner you have managed to sustain the survival of our state as an excellent partner to Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa albeit in the face of many daunting diversions.”

The former leader was positive about the Utuaro’s administration as Deputy Governor citing and commending the Governor for choosing such a perfect partner

“It is heartwarming that at 51, in spite of the numerous onerous challenges of leadership, you have managed to remain focused and have shown tremendous energy and vibrancy in running the affairs of the deputy governor and the acting Governor with your acknowledged patriotism and commitment to serve our state diligently with honesty and sincerity of purpose.”

“I wish to congratulate you for all the achievements you have recorded in your lifetime and particularly for your humility, deep sense of honesty and faith you have shown in the various aspects of governance, politics and democracy as our Deputy Governor”

“I join fellow Deltans in wishing you many happy returns of your birthday.