Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), has emphasized President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the sustainable development, stability, and peace of the Niger Delta. Speaking at the Niger Delta Stakeholders’ Summit 2024 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, themed “Renewed Hope for Sustainable Development of the Niger Delta,” Otuaro highlighted the crucial role

Port Harcourt, July 10, 2024 – The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has called for the immediate arrest of individuals impersonating its leadership and undermining the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This comes in response to a viral video in which Bedford Berefa falsely claimed to represent the IYC while criticizing the NDDC’s management under

The Gbaramatu Youth Council (GYC) has embarked on a tour of schools across the Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, revealing alarming conditions and infrastructure challenges. Led by Comrade Kingsley Egbejule Aerebo, the council’s assessment highlighted critical issues affecting education in the region. At Kere Primary School in Egwa,

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to forge ahead with the implementation of a Supreme Court ruling on the delineation of wards and polling units across Delta State’s Warri federal constituency, beginning this Wednesday. At a crucial stakeholders meeting convened at the Government House Annex in Warri on Monday, political leaders and representatives

Since its inception in 2017, the Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Foundation youth empowerment program has transformed the lives of over 1,000 young people, the founder, Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu, announced at the 2024 edition of the program. The event took place in Benin on Saturday, July 6, with the theme: “Advance.” Dr. Iyamu revealed that the

Abuja, the nation’s capital, welcomes its newest luxury destination, Trend’s Place Hotel and Suites. This state-of-the-art hotel, boasting an exceptional blend of craftsmanship and the finest human and material resources, promises to rival the best hotels in advanced cities. Trend’s Place and Suites, strategically located near the Dunamis Church Headquarters and the NNPC filling station

The Federal Government has issued a red alert warning to states and local government areas across Nigeria, urging them to prepare for heightened flooding as the country enters the peak of the rainy season. During a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, Prof. Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, emphasized the need for

The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has pledged to restore the failed sections of the East West Road between Ahoada and Ula-Okobo town in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State, to provide urgent relief to motorists who are now forced to divert to community roads. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, who

Lagos, July 4, 2024: Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), the operator of the joint venture between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and CNL, known as the NNPCL/CNL JV, has been honored with the Best Exhibitor award at the 2024 Nigerian Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week held in Abuja. In a statement to GbaramatuVoice

Benin City, Edo State – A non-government organization, the Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Foundation, is set to host its highly anticipated Youth Empowerment Program, themed “Advance,” on Saturday, July 6, 2024. The event will commence at 9am at the Cathelea Event Center in GRA, Benin City, Edo state. In a statement to GbaramatuVoice, the host and

…Announces Partnership with Chevron for Warri-Omadino-Escravos Road The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has assured that the upcoming Niger Delta Stakeholders Summit, scheduled for July 10-13, 2024, will formulate strategies to drive economic growth and development in the region. Dr. Ogbuku also stated that the NDDC is in

…Says Tantita Has Restored Aquatic Life to Niger Delta Waters Former Bayelsa Governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, His Excellency, Chief Henry Seriake Dickson, on Friday visited Gbaramatu Kingdom in Delta State, where he praised High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, a.k.a Tompolo, for his efforts in combating crude oil theft and environmental degradation. During his visit

By Chairman Ojumiri Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs and Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), announced a significant step forward in youth empowerment through education during a stakeholders’ meeting in Effurun, Delta State over the weekend. At the gathering themed “Fostering, Consolidating, and Collaborating for

By Chairman Ojumiri President Bola Tinubu is prioritizing peace, security, and development in the Niger Delta, according to Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs and Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). Otuaro made these remarks during a consultative meeting with ex-agitators in Effurun, Delta State over the

By Chairman Ojumiri Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs and Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), addressed Niger Delta ex-agitators during a crucial meeting in Effurun over the weekend. He reassured the attendees of his commitment, stating, “I’m here to serve and protect your interests.” The meeting,

By Enaibo Asiayei Chief Dennis Burutu Otuaro, PhD, Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta and Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, received a vote of confidence from Niger Delta ex-agitators and stakeholders during their meeting in Warri on Saturday. The meeting, held at KFt Event Centre, Warri, focused on revitalizing the Presidential Amnesty

…700 Receive Treated Mosquito Nets, Sanitary Pads, Diapers in Gbaramatu On Saturday, June 15, 2024, Legionnaire for Mankind’s Health, a non-governmental organization based in Amsterdam, made substantial strides in tackling community challenges in Oporoza, the headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Their initiative, themed “How to Help Prevent Insecurity, Violence,

Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi, the member representing Burutu Federal Constituency, has completed a new mini pitch in Torugbene community, Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State. The mini pitch, equipped with modern facilities, a well-maintained playing surface, and seating areas for spectators, is specifically designed to host various sporting activities, with a focus on football. This

Abuja, Nigeria – Just a day after the presentation of the budget, the Senate has passed the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) budget of N1.9 trillion on Tuesday, adding an additional N44 million to the proposed amount. This adjustment brings the total budget from N1,911,800,000,000 to N1,911,844,833,046. The Senate committee considered increases in personnel costs,

The family of High Chief Godspower Gbenekama (JP), the Fiyewei of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Delta State, has announced the passing of his beloved wife, Mrs. Blessing Gbenekama. She passed away at the age of 40 on Friday, June 7, following a brief illness. The announcement of her passing was made on Monday, June 10, at

The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has presented its budget proposals of N1.911 Trillion for 2024 to the Senate Committee on the NDDC at the National Assembly. Presenting the proposals to the Senate Committee, chaired by Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, said that the 2024 appropriation was anchored on the

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has re-stated the commitment of the Commission to complete all its ongoing development projects, including the Amassoma shoreline protection project in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Speaking during the celebration of the 20th Coronation Anniversary of King Oweipa Jones-Ere