Comrade Wazo Oyinkuro Zikurebai from Gbaramatu Clan in Delta State has emerged as the new Chairman of the Clan Chairmen Forum of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Western Zone. Zikurebai won the position in a highly contested election held on November 22, 2024, at the IYC Western Zone annex office in Warri, Delta State. He

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has highlighted the significance of its collaboration with Chevron Nigeria Limited on the construction of the 70.75km Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road and bridges in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State. NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, underscored the project’s importance during a meeting with Chevron’s management, led by

On Thursday, November 14, representatives from Century Group, one of Africa’s leading energy infrastructure companies, visited GbaramatuVoice, the prominent media organization in the Niger Delta, to express their appreciation for the media house’s efforts in promoting peace and contributing to nation-building in the region. Under the leadership of Sir Ken Etete, Century Group operates through

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has successfully reached a significant milestone, achieving 1.8 million barrels per day (bpd) in crude oil production. This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of the NNPCL team over recent weeks. At a press briefing in Abuja, the company’s board chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure, expressed his satisfaction

On Friday, November 8, Nigerian billionaire businessman and Chairman of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, Mr. Matthew Tonlagha, alongside his wife, Deaconess Esther, welcomed three top governors to the oil-rich Benikrukru community in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, for the 28th memorial ceremony of his late father, Sgt. Oweiyegba Rowland Imoun Tonlagha. Governors present at the event

Professor Amos Utuama, former Deputy Governor of Delta State, has passed away at the age of 77. Born on June 5, 1947, Utuama served as Deputy Governor from 2007 to 2015 under Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan’s administration. Prior to his tenure as Deputy Governor, he held the role of Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice under

The Namibia-Delta Trade & Investment Summit is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the PIND Economic Development Centre in Egbokodo Itsekiri, Warri, Delta State. The event is themed “Unlocking New Trade and Investment Opportunities,” and it aims to serve as a high-level platform for enhancing trade relations and exploring investment prospects

Chief Stanley Okiri, an Ijaw man, is set to wed his two brides, Church-ere and Doreen, in a traditional ceremony on Sunday, November 24. The event will take place at Ewein Primary School in Ogbe-Ijoh, within the Warri Kingdom in Delta State. This unique celebration reflects cultural traditions and is expected to draw significant attention

The Tonlagha family is set to honor the 28th remembrance of their late father, Sgt. Oweiyegha Rowland Imoun Tonlagha, with a series of memorial events scheduled for Friday, November 8, 2024. The commemoration will take place in Benikrukru town, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State. The late Sgt. Tonlagha is the father of renowned Nigerian billionaire and

Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, has appointed Chief Kemini Doubra Godswill as the Acting Head of the Peace Building and Conflict Resolution/Stakeholder Management Department. A native of Arogbo in Ese Odo Local Government Area in Ondo State, Godswill previously held the position of Assistant Head within the same department. This

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, today hosted the Publisher of GbaramatuVoice International, Jacob Abai, at his office in Abuja. The visit provided an opportunity for meaningful discussions about the development of the Niger Delta, as well as a special personal invitation. Otuaro welcomed Abai warmly, commending GbaramatuVoice for

Ijaw Women Connect (IWC) Worldwide is set to commemorate a significant milestone with the celebration of Ijaw Women’s Day and its 10th Anniversary. The event, themed “Re-imagining the Ijaw Struggle and the Quest for Gender Inclusion in Strengthening Regional Progress,” will take place on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Wellington Hotel, Effurun, Delta State.

Popular Nigerian content creator and filmmaker Michael David Akpeyin, better known as Creekboi, has won the prestigious “Outstanding Nigerian in Creative Arts” award at the 5th Nigeria Community Excellence Awards (NCE Awards) in South Africa. The accolade marks a significant achievement for Creekboi, an Ijaw boy who has made his mark internationally through his compelling

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,

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

…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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

…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