The GbaramatuVoice was established in 2015 as a monthly tabloid published by the Gbaramatu Publishing Company Limited. It hit the newsstand first on August 2015. The newspaper’s sole objective is to bring to public glare what the management saw at the cradle of its formation as information gap and asymmetrical reportage of the activities and people of the Niger Delta.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced on Wednesday that a total of 10,166 illegal refineries and crude oil connections have been destroyed in Nigeria since 2021. Mele Kyari, NNPCL’s Group Chief Executive Officer, shared this information during a lecture at the 2024 Faculty Lecture titled, “Energy Security, Sustainability and Profitability in Nigeria: Advances,
Shell Plc has agreed to sell its Nigerian onshore subsidiary, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), to Renaissance, a consortium of five companies, for $2.4 billion. However, the Shell said the completion of the transaction is subject to approvals by the Federal Government of Nigeria and other conditions. In a statement on
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, a private security contractor affiliated with NNPC Limited, successfully intercepted a vessel weighing 3,000 tons loaded with approximately 119 barrels of suspected stolen crude oil. GbaramatuVoice can reports. This operation occurred on Thursday, January 11, 2024, in the Ekeni Sea, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The vessel,
Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), the operator of the joint venture between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and CNL, has appointed Jim Swartz as the new Chairman and Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria/Mid-Africa Business Unit, effective April 1, 2024. Prior to this appointment, Swartz served as the Vice President, Capital Projects, based in Houston,
Ms Tamaramieka Woyinghilayefa Mary Osen, the daughter of High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has stepped into the literary world with her first book, “LOST INNOCENCE: A Journey Through Abuse and Deception.” The fictional biography narrates a powerful story of resilience and finding strength after facing tough experiences. Tamaramieka’s debut work explores
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd announced a historic profit of N2.548 trillion for 2022, marking its highest ever since establishment in 1977. In its 2022 Financial Performance Report released online, the national oil company reported significant progress from a loss of N803 billion in 2018 and N1.7 billion in 2019. The report highlighted
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) reports 157 oil theft incidents within a week (December 30, 2023, to January 5, 2024) in the Niger Delta, despite renewed efforts to combat the issue. The incidents were attributed to various sources, including Nigeria AGIP Oil Company, Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), Maton Engineering Ltd, Tantita Security
Rivers State is grappling with a heart-wrenching catastrophe as two passenger boats capsized on the Andoni waterways, claiming the lives of at least 20 individuals. The devastating incident occurred during a journey to Bonny on Tuesday night. Erastus Awortu, the Executive Chairman of Andoni Local Government Area, revealed details of the incident in a statement
Tiwa Savage, the renowned Nigerian singer, has officially filed a petition against Davido, alleging threats to her life. The petition, addressed to Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fayoade Adegoke, claims that Davido warned her over a social media exchange. She asked the police boss to hold Davido responsible if anything untoward happened to her, adding
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment on the appeals by the All Progressives Congress candidate, Social Democratic Party, and Labour Party and their candidates in the Delta state governorship election. The court of appeal in Lagos had affirmed the election of Sheriff Oborevwori as the governor of Delta state, dismissing the appeals by the governorship
President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri, has called for an upward revision of the allocation to the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) from the Federal Government of Nigeria. Lokpobiri who made this patriotic call on Monday in Abuja while on a courtesy visit to the PAP Interim Administrator, Major General Barry Ndiomu
As tensions escalate over the rightful ownership of Warri, a longstanding dispute has been reignited between the Itsekiri and Urhobo ethnic groups. Both factions are asserting their claim as the legitimate landlords of the oil-rich city in Delta State, leading to a resurgence of controversy and ethnic discord. The Movement for the Protection of Iwere
The Pere of Kabowei Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Barr. Peremobowei Shedrack Erebulu, Aduo III, has bestowed upon Mrs. Nebimere Jennifer Borel the distinguished title of “Izon Ebido-Ara,” – symbolizing a woman dedicated to the progress of her people. Mrs. Nebimere Jennifer Borel (nee Tombri), originally from Osuowari quarters, Delta State, Nigeria, has been bestowed with
The Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Maj-Gen. Barry Ndiomu (rtd) has described the death of prominent monarch, King Charles Ayemi-Botu, as a big loss to the Niger Delta. He said King Ayemi-Botu, who is the Paramount Ruler of Seimbiri Kingdom in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, was a lover of
By Jacob Brakere Abai In a world filled with various challenges, the dynamics of maintaining a successful marriage often require resilience, commitment, and a genuine sense of partnership. Mrs. Deborah Olaki, popularly known as Mummy Zee, has become an inspiring example of how dedication, love, and a positive mindset can transform not only a marriage
By Rev. Oweikeme Johnny Peter The pursuit of nonviolence in conflict resolution provides a legal avenue for addressing grievances within the framework of established laws, exemplified by figures like Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela. In 2009, the Niger Delta people gained legal permission for nonviolence actions through the presidential amnesty deal, emphasizing
A prominent Ijaw traditional ruler in Delta State, HRM Charles Ayemi-Botu, the Pere of Seimbiri Kingdom in Burutu Local Government Area, has peacefully joined his ancestors. The official announcement of the monarch’s passing was made by Chief Alexander Ebisine, the spokesman of Seimbiri Traditional Council, during a meeting at Okpokunou, the traditional headquarters of Seimbiri
By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The recent disclosure made by Hon. Dekeri Anamero, who serves as the Member Representing Etsako Federal Constituency in Edo State, has brought a crucial development to light – the benevolent gesture of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, providing rice trailers to members of the House of Representatives. While Anamero has taken the
TEXT OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU’S NEW YEAR ADDRESS TO THE NATION Dear Compatriots, It gives me immense joy to welcome each and everyone of you – young and old- to this brand new year 2024. We must lift up our hands to Almighty God, in gratitude, for His grace and benevolence to our country
