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Jonathan, Diri, Fubara to Attend Pre-Summit Conference of 1st Pan-Ijaw Economic Summit 2024

Former Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan (GCFR), Bayelsa State Governor, Sen. Douye Diri, and Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, are among the key figures set to attend the Pre-Summit Conference of the 1st Pan-Ijaw Economic Summit 2024. The event will take place on October 17th and 18th at the Chief DSP Alamieyeseigha Banquet Hall,

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(PHOTOS) Davido, Cubana Chief Priest Honor Tantita’s Boss, Pondi, with Surprise Visit in Warri

Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, along with socialite Cubana Chief Priest, today paid a surprised visit to High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Pondi, the Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, and his wife, Chief Blessing, at their residence in Warri, Delta State. The visit took place following Davido’s electrifying performance

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Dom Domingos College Emerges Victorious in Tantita’s Delta Inter-School Public Speaking Competition

…Rewards winners with N2,500,000 Dom Domingos College, Edjeba, Warri, Delta State, has taken the crown at the Delta State Inter-School Public Speaking Competition held on Saturday, a collaborative effort spearheaded by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited and the Godfrey Pondi Book Club. The event, themed “The Impact of Technology in Combatting Crude Oil Theft and

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Akwa Ibom Governor Appoints Daughter as Acting First Lady After Wife’s Demise

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has appointed his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as the Acting First Lady of the state after the passing of his wife, Pastor Patience Eno. The announcement was made during a condolence visit from Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and other dignitaries in Uyo on Friday. Eno stated that his

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Burial date for Ganpamowei of Gbaramatu, Chief Azaiye Piniki announced

The family of late Chief (Arch.) Azaiye Piniki, the Ganpamowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area, Delta State, has announced his burial arrangements. Chief Piniki, who passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, was born on April 15, 1968. He was a highly respected figure in Gbaramatu Kingdom, known for his contributions

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Senate Fast-Tracks Bill to Establish South South Development Commission

The Senate has fast-tracked the passage of a bill to establish the South South Development Commission (SSDC), designed to address development and ecological challenges within the South South region. The SSDC bill successfully passed its second reading on the floor of the Red Chamber in Abuja on Thursday, receiving overwhelming support from senators. There are

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Special Report

Nigeria at 64: Chevron Celebrates Milestone with 7.5 Billion Barrels of Oil and Gas Produced

As Nigeria celebrates her 64th independence anniversary, Chevron is proud of its partnerships and role in developing its natural resources. In over six decades of operation, Chevron Nigeria has continued to make significant investments in the country that support social and economic development. The Chairman and Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa Business Unit,

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Opinion

Ozirigwe: The Owigiri enthusiast who defied life

By Julius Bokoru It is a damp morning at Igbedi, an Ijaw village by the river nun in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government area of Bayelsa State and history is about to be made. Somewhere by the edge of the docile village, the town hall is filled way beyond capacity and a throng of mourners are still

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Special Report

10 Key Takeaways from Presidential Amnesty Boss Otuaro’s Meeting with Niger Delta Women

During a landmark engagement session on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Warri, Delta State, High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, met with women leaders from the Niger Delta to discuss their pivotal role in sustaining peace, driving economic development, and preserving cultural values in the region. His speech touched

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Breaking News

BREAKING: Akwa Ibom First Lady, Patience Umo Eno, Passes Away

The First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, has passed away. She died on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at an undisclosed hospital, surrounded by her family, following an illness. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Ini Ememobong, the family has requested privacy as they mourn the loss

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Thousands of Niger Delta Women Engage in Critical Dialogue with Presidential Amnesty Boss

Chief Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), held a stakeholder meeting with thousands of Niger Delta women in Warri on Wednesday to discuss their critical role in fostering peace and stability in the region and to promote their empowerment within the PAP framework. Speaking at the meeting, Otuaro acknowledged the historical sacrifices

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Lifestyle

Love in the Creeks: GbaramatuVoice CEO Releases Breathtaking Pre-Wedding Photos

Niger Delta media practitioner and publisher of GbaramatuVoice International, Jacob Brakere Abai, has revealed stunning pre-wedding photos with his partner, Tamaradenyefa Beke-ere Prebor, ahead of their highly anticipated wedding. The couple, set to marry on Sunday, October 20, 2024, in Warri, Delta State, shared their excitement on social media through a series of captivating images.

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Edo News

APC’s Okpebholo Leads Edo Governorship Election by 48,000 Votes After Collation of 16 LGAs

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, has taken a commanding lead in the Edo State governorship election, boasting over 48,000 votes ahead of his closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). After results from 16 local government areas were declared at the INEC Collation Centre in Benin City on Sunday,

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Edo News

Edo Governorship Showdown: Meet the Candidates Battling to Succeed Obaseki

As Edo State braces for a decisive election day, all eyes are on the candidates vying to succeed outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki. Leading the pack are three prominent contenders: Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Olumide Akpata representing the Labour Party (LP). The

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Edo News

All Eyes on Edo: Stage Set for Governorship Election

….Youth Power, Key Contenders, and Potential Flashpoints Today is D-Day for the Edo State governorship election, with 2.63 million registered voters ready to cast their ballots. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reports that the electorate is nearly evenly divided, with 52.11% male and 47.89% female voters. Eighteen political parties are participating, but the main

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Tompolo Receives Award of Excellence from Nigeria Maritime University for His Remarkable Contributions

High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has been honored with an Award of Excellence by the staff of Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, in recognition of his significant contributions to the institution’s development and to humanity. Mr. Iseru Ebike, a lecturer and leader of the university’s staff, presented the award, commending Tompolo’s

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Special Report

How Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation is Transforming Lives in Niger Delta

●Empowers 17 Graduates with Skills Training ●Equips them with Starter Packs The Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation (EMTF) continues its mission of empowering lives in the Niger Delta region, transforming the futures of 17 young men and women with the skills necessary to create sustainable livelihoods. On Friday, September 13, 2024, EMTF held its Batch A

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NDDC Board: Senate Screened me for Four-Year Tenure – Ogbuku

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has provided clarity on the issue of the tenure of the current Governing Board of the Commission, stating that the members were appointed for a four-year tenure. Addressing a Press Conference at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt, Ogbuku said the insinuations

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How My Daughter Narrowly Escaped Stray Bullet – Dr. Otuisi, Ex-Governor Okowa’s Aide

Dr. Louis Otuisi, former Special Assistant to ex-Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, has recounted how his daughter, Michelle, narrowly escaped a stray bullet in a shocking incident at his residence in Effurun, Delta State. He shared this emotional testimony during her 5th birthday celebration, held over the weekend at his home. According to Dr. Otuisi, the incident

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NNPC Mobilizes Over 100 Trucks for Petrol Loading at Dangote Refinery (PHOTOS)

In anticipation of the Dangote Refinery’s scheduled petrol loading on Sunday, September 15, 2024, Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has begun mobilizing trucks to the refinery’s fuel loading gantry in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. By Saturday afternoon, over 100 trucks had already been deployed, with hundreds more expected to arrive to ensure smooth fuel distribution.

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Special Report

How Tompolo’s Tantita is Transforming Barracks Life for Nigerian Soldiers in Niger Delta

Effurun, Delta State, September, 2024 — Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), owned by High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), has officially unveiled the newly remodeled Soldiers’ Transit Accommodation for the 3 Battalion, located in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. The landmark event, which took place on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, was

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Presidential Amnesty Programme Scholars Shine at MCIU Graduation Ceremony

Kemien Egbekun, a beneficiary of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) scholarship, has graduated with a first-class degree in Law from Michael and Cecilia Ibru University (MCIU), Agbara-Otor, Delta State. Egbekun achieved a CGPA of 4.77 and was one of several PAP scholars honored at the university’s 6th convocation ceremony on September 6, 2024. Two other

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Niger Delta Group Urges Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta governors to Provide Modern Market Boats for Riverine Communities

The 21st Century Youths of Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience (21st CYNDAC) has called on the governors of Bayelsa, Rivers, and Delta States to urgently provide modern market boats for all riverine communities, citing the severe hardships faced by residents due to inadequate transportation options. In a statement, the group’s Coordinator, Izon Ebi, emphasized

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NDDC Assures Niger Delta of New Integrated Master Plan

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Niger Delta Development, is working on an integrated master plan for the development of the Niger Delta region. This was made known by the NDDC Director, Planning, Research and Statistics, Mr. Davies Okarevu, during a two-day workshop on Harmonisation of the Niger Delta

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Lifestyle

Ebisco Sugar Set to Ignite Lagos: The Warri-Born Maestro Ready to Dominate the Stage

From the streets of Warri to the heart of Lagos, Ebike Jacob Sanzu, better known as Ebisco Sugar, is a name that’s about to set the music scene ablaze! This multi-talented force—award-winning music producer, singer, songwriter, sound engineer, and multi-instrumentalist—has steadily risen from humble beginnings to a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Now, he’s ready

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Olu of Warri Announces Major New Directive: Calls for Itsekiris to Return to Their Ancestral Lands (FULL STATEMENT)

STATEMENT BY HIS ROYAL MAJESTY ÒGÍAMÈ ATÚWÀTSE III CFR, THE OLU OF WARRI DELIVERED ON SATURDAY, 7TH SEPTEMBER 2024 We thank God for all that He is doing for Itsekiri. We thank Him for the favor He is causing us to have with the government of the day. We thank Him for the symbolic victory

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Letters

Open Letter to Governor Douye Diri: Bayelsa, The Glory of All Lands, Now Lives in Darkness

Dear Governor Douye Diri, I write to you with a deep sense of concern, as Bayelsa State, once known as the Glory of All Lands, has now been living in prolonged darkness. For almost two months, Bayelsans have suffered from a devastating power outage caused by the vandalization of two 132kV transmission lines that supply

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Lifestyle

MC Kidikidi: The Star Who Lights Up Every Stage in the Niger Delta

When you think of an event filled with laughter, energy, and pure joy, one name stands out—MC Kidikidi, whose real name is Bluebird Timipre Divine. From the moment he burst onto the scene after winning the Ozigizaga Dance Competition, he has continued to captivate audiences with his unique blend of comedy and dance. MC Kidikidi

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INTERVIEWS

‘Bayelsa Is Not Prepared’: Eradiri Criticizes Diri’s Administration for Poor Governance, Unfulfilled Promises

Former Labour Party gubernatorial candidate and ex-Bayelsa Commissioner for Youth Development, Engr. Udengs Eradiri, has condemned the current leadership in Bayelsa State, attributing its stagnant development to poor governance, lack of accountability, and unfulfilled promises. Eradiri alleges that the current leadership has woefully failed to deliver on key promises, particularly in agriculture, food security, and

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Tragedy Strikes: 68 Dead as Flood Ravages Kano, Jigawa, Thousands Displaced

A total of 68 people have lost their lives to devastating floods in Kano and Jigawa states since heavy rains began in July. The floods, which have caused widespread destruction, have also displaced thousands of residents, destroyed homes, and ruined vast stretches of farmland in the affected areas. Giving a breakdown of the casualties, the

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National

President Tinubu Awards East-West Road Rehabilitation Contract to Chinese Firm CCECC

President Bola Tinubu announced on Monday that the deplorable East-West Expressway, which traverses several states in the Niger Delta region, will be rehabilitated by the Chinese construction firm China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation Limited (CCECC). During a working visit to CCECC’s corporate headquarters in Beijing, the President explained that the quality of work being executed

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Tompolo’s Legacy Celebrated with Top Ijaw Award in London

High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, widely known as Tompolo, the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, has been awarded the esteemed ‘Izon-Ebi Dou Keme’ Award by the Ijaw People’s Association (IPA) of Great Britain and Ireland. This honor, along with a Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition, was bestowed upon him on Saturday, August

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Health News

Report Reveals 27% of Paternity Tests Show Men Are Not Biological Fathers; Yoruba Ethnic Group Leads in DNA Testing

Smart DNA, a leading DNA testing center in Lagos, has released its comprehensive 2024 report on DNA testing trends in Nigeria, covering the period from July 2023 to June 2024. The report unveils several astonishing findings that shed light on societal dynamics, economic factors, and changing family structures in Nigeria. The report reveals that 27

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Gbaramatu Prepares for the Final Farewell of 90-Year-Old Elder Clement Odu This Friday

…Survived by 102 Grandchildren Gbaramatu Kingdom is set to bid a final farewell to Elder Clement Omole Eremengha Odu, who passed away at the age of 90. The burial rites are scheduled for Friday, August 30, 2024, and will take place in his hometown of Bibopere Zion, Okerenkoko, Warri South West Local Government Area of

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Gbaramatu Communities Lament Over Devastating Oil Spill from NNPC Pipeline

The communities of Oporoza, Okpele-Ama/Tebujor, Ikpokpo, Opuedebubo, Opuede, Atanba, Ogbotu, Okerenkokogbene, Gan-Ama Zion, Kala-Ikpokpo, and Maike-Ama in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State, have raised alarms over a significant oil spillage allegedly originating from the Nigerian Pipelines and Storage Company Limited (NPSC)/NNPC Escravos to Warri crude oil truckline. According to

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