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Pipeline Surveillance: Itsekiri Communities Refute False Protests Against Tompolo, Affirm Support for Tantita Security

Itsekiri communities convened on Friday, April 26, at Ugbodede Community in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, to address recent online protests targeting High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited. The gathering aimed to clarify the communities’ position on the matter and dispel any

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Heritage Energy Employees Spread Joy: Donate to Orphanages in Lagos

Employees of Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited (Heritage Energy) made charity visits to two orphanages in Lagos recently. The workers, who made donations to the orphanages, explained that the donations were made in keeping with the Company’s tradition of Care for the less privileged in the society. The team led by Kayode Adeboye, Manager, Corporate

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National News

Senator Dickson backs Tantita’s efforts to combat oil theft in Niger-Delta

Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, the representative of Bayelsa West in the 10th Assembly and former Governor of Bayelsa state, has thrown his weight behind Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited’s involvement in the fight against oil theft in the Niger-Delta. During an appearance on the Arise TV Breakfast show, Senator Dickson underscored the importance of Tantita’s

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Tantita Director Enisuoh Prepares Grand Burial Ceremony for Beloved Mother in Bayelsa

Bayelsa State is gearing up for a momentous occasion as it prepares to host a gathering of distinguished guests for the funeral of Mrs. Theresa Virginia Enisuoh, the esteemed mother of Capt. Warredi Enisuoh, Director of Operations and Technical Services at Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL). Scheduled for Saturday, April 27th, in Agbere, Sagbama

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Lifestyle

WEDDING OF THE YEAR: Emami Family Prepares for Daughter’s Grand Marriage Celebration

Excitement fills the air in Warri as preparations are underway for the union of Mr. Billy Emami’s daughter, Mirabel, from Obaghoro Community in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta, to Solomon Peter, from Afiesere in Ughelli North Local Government Area. The much-anticipated event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The

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GbaramatuVoice’s Asiayei Receives International Recognition

Mr. Asiayei Enaibo, the Managing Editor of GbaramatuVoice, the leading media outlet in the Niger Delta, was recently recognized with a prestigious International award from the Stakeholders Democracy Network (SDN) at Golden Tulip Hotel in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. Enaibo’s outstanding commitment to community research and peace-building efforts in Delta State, particularly in combating oil

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Personality Profiles

JACOB ABAI: Shaping Global Media Landscape from the Niger Delta

Jacob Brakere Abai is a dynamic and visionary leader whose imprint on the media landscape is profound and far-reaching. As the Founder of GbaramatuVoice, Jacob’s journey epitomizes innovation, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With a career spanning media consultancy, expert publishing, and strategic entrepreneurship, Jacob’s trajectory has been defined by his unwavering commitment

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News Oil & Gas

Chevron Warns Against False Recruitment Adverts

Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) has issued a warning against the circulation of false recruitment information advertising job positions within the company. In a statement released on Friday by Esimaje Brikinn, CNL’s General Manager of Policy, Government, and Public Affairs, the company expressed concerns over reports of fraudulent job offers being disseminated through emails, text messages,

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Governor Oborevwori visits Okuama, says residents’ll return soon

Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has visited Okuama with an assurance for the safe return of the indigenes who fled the community in the wake of the crisis over the killing of 17 officers and soldiers on March 14. The Governor, who was accompanied by Commander 63 Brigade, Brig. Gen. Unachukwu Ugochukwu, and

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Opinion

The 1994 Rwandan Genocide and the Okuama Massacre

BY EKANPOU ENEWARIDIDEKE Carnage, Massacre, Rape, Wounded, Reconciliation, Reconciliation, Exploitation, Manipulation, Propaganda. These are aromatically dangerous, repelling, antagonistic and disgusting words whose echoes poignantly bring to the mind the inanities of the 1994 Rwandan genocide – a fratricidal genocide worsened by the dearth of a transparent reconciliation and peace process conceptualised to bring the Hutus

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Opinion

The unknown Tompolo and the Haulers

By Ekanpou Enewaridideke Sequestered from the world of claims and egoTompolo sits on the sacred seat in the forest, away from the thorny pleasures of life;From his sacred seat he moulds a new world,A new world welded by men with new ideals and codes of togetherness;From his sacred seat he acknowledges cheers from a queer

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Itsekiri Nation Pushes President Tinubu for Chevron HQ Relocation to Warri, Cites Marginalization

Representatives of the Itsekiri ethnic nationality in Warri have urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who holds the positions of President and Minister of Petroleum Resources, to immediately relocate Chevron Nigeria Limited’s (CNL) operational headquarters to either Warri or Excravos in Delta State. The Itsekiri nation believes that this relocation is vital to bolstering confidence within

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National News

PHOTO STORY: Otuaro Meets Nigerian Army Commander at Effurun Barracks

In a bid to foster peace and stability in the Niger Delta region, Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), on Tuesday, engaged in a crucial meeting with Major A. E. Ohegbe, Commanding Officer of the 3 Battalion, Nigerian Army, at the Effurun Barrack in Delta State. The meeting aimed

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Health News

AMASEIKUMOR FESTIVAL: Tonlagha Foundation Offers Free Medical Services to Gbaramatu Residents

Since the beginning of the Amaseikumor Festival on April 12, the Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation (EMTF) has been tirelessly providing free medical checks and treatment to residents of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Oporoza town, Delta State. Over 1000 individuals have received this free treatment as part of the medical outreach organized by the foundation. Led by

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Business News

Bolt Under Fire in Warri as Outrageous Charges Spark Social Media Debate

Bolt, the popular ride-hailing service, finds itself embroiled in controversy as users in Warri, Delta State, expressed anger and frustration over what they perceive as exorbitant charges. The outcry has ignited a heated debate on social media platforms, following a post by GbaramatuVoice on Facebook and Instagram, posing the question: “Why do Bolt drivers in

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Sport

Gbaramatu Amaseikumor Festival Football Tournament: Intense Battles and Unexpected Twists Take Center Stage

By Dominic Orugbo The Gbaramatu Youth Council (GYC)-organized Amaseikumor Festival Football Tournament hit its peak on Match Day 2, featuring thrilling matches that displayed the talent and competitiveness of the teams. With both Group A and Group B fixtures in focus, fans experienced a day packed with drama, skill, and fierce rivalries. Group A Matches:In

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Education

WABMA Partners with Texas Southern University for Communication Conference

Dr. Ken Ike Okere, Rector of the West Africa Broadcast and Media Academy (WABMA), is set to speak at Texas Southern University’s 42nd Intercultural and Communication Conference in Houston, Texas, from April 8 to 12. This collaboration marks a significant partnership between WABMA and the university. According to an announcement by TSU’s School of Communication

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Zikurebai Sworn-in as Chairman of IYC in Gbaramatu

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Gbaramatu Kingdom, has on Wednesday, April 10, inaugurated its new leadership following a peaceful and successful election. The event, held at the Ijaw House on March 10th, 2024, marked the official swearing-in ceremony of Comrade Oyinkuro Wazo Zikurebai as the new Chairman, along with other executive members. The newly elected

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Opinion

PAP: Dennis Otuaro’s Appointment Sparks Fresh Hope for Niger Delta and Ex-Agitators

By Jacob Brakere Abai The recent appointment of Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro, PhD, as the administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has generated a surge of optimism and expectation within the Niger Delta region. This appointment arrives at a pivotal moment for the area, which has long contended with issues of unrest, economic disenfranchisement,

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Breaking News

Rivers Governorship Candidate ‘Egberipapa’ Abducted, Two Loyalists Killed

Gunmen clad in military attire stormed the residence of High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, the Rivers State governorship candidate for the National Rescue Movement in the 2023 general election, in Usokun, Degema Local Government Area. During the raid in the early hours of Monday morning, two of Jackrich’s loyalists were fatally shot, and Jackrich himself was

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Opinion

UNVEILING OPOROZA: The Heartbeat of Ijaw Tradition

By Jacob Brakere Abai Amidst the serene creeks of Delta State, Nigeria, lies Oporoza, a town steeped in the rich traditions of the Gbaramatu kingdom. As the headquarters of this esteemed kingdom, Oporoza has become synonymous with cultural richness and historical significance, attracting visitors from near and far to witness its enduring heritage. At the

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National

Presidential Amnesty Office Confirms Disbursement of March Stipends to Beneficiaries

The Presidential Amnesty Office has confirmed the disbursement of the N65,000 stipends for March 2024 to all beneficiaries. In a statement released on Saturday, the office addressed concerns raised by delegates regarding non-payment or delays in stipend disbursement, attributing any delays to technical issues experienced by some banks. The office reiterated its commitment to ensuring

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National News

In Wake of OKUAMA Tragedy, Otuaro Holds Talks with COAS Lagbaja in Abuja

Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), met with Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, in Abuja on Thursday to address pressing security concerns in the Niger Delta region, following a recent tragic ambush on Nigerian troops in Okuama community, Ughelli South, Delta State, resulting in the death of

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PAP Boss Otuaro Meets Ex-President Jonathan for Consultation in Abuja

Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), met with Former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja on Thursday. The meeting was part of Otuaro’s efforts to engage various stakeholders for the successful implementation of the programme, which aims to foster peace and development in the Niger Delta region. During the meeting,

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Culture

Embracing Tradition: The Kabowei Seigbein Cultural Festival Takes Center Stage

The Kabowei Seigbein Cultural Festival holds a significant place in the hearts of the Kabo people of Delta and Bayelsa states. Rooted in ancient traditions, this annual celebration serves as a symbol of unity and cultural pride for all Kabowei communities. The parts of the kingdom in Delta State include Aven, Koloware, Taware, Akoware, Ogeinware,

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Breaking News

BREAKING: Internet Sensation Very Dark Man Released from Police Detention

After spending over a week in police custody, Internet personality Very Dark Man (VDM) has been released. VDM, known for his online presence, was arrested on Friday, March 22nd, on charges of cyberbullying. More ro follow…

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Lifestyle

Royal Rendezvous: Inside the Majestic Birthday Celebration Of The Ebenanaowei Of Ogulagha Kingdom

By Samuel Abai It was a day filled with joy and celebration as sons and daughters from near and far gathered in Obotobo community, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State on Thursday, to honour the esteemed Ebenanaowei of Ogulagha Kingdom and Chairman of the Delta State Ijaw Traditional Rulers Forum, His Royal Majesty, Elder

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National

OKUAMA TRAGEDY: PAP Administrator Otuaro Joins President Tinubu to Pay Tribute to 17 Slain Military Personnel in Abuja

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, in paying tribute to the 17 soldiers who lost their lives in the Okuama community tragedy in Delta State approximately two weeks ago. Expressing profound sadness

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News

OKUAMA: Nigerian Military Declares 8 Wanted for Killing Soldiers in Delta

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has declared eight individuals wanted for their alleged involvement in the recent killing of 17 military personnel in Okuama, Delta State. The list of wanted persons was released during a briefing held in Abuja on Thursday. The individuals declared wanted are PROF. EKPEKPO ARTHUR, ANDAOWEI DENNIS BAKRIRI, AKEVWRU DANIEL OMOTEGBO (AKA

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Ex-IYC Official Commends Reappointment of Daniel Alabrah as Bayelsa Chief Press Secretary

Former Assistant Secretary General of Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) World Wide, Anthony Oki, has congratulated Mr. Daniel Alabrah on his reappointment as Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency Senator Doye Diri. In a statement, Oki commends Alabrah for his remarkable leadership and extensive experience in journalism. Alabrah’s impressive background

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National News

OKUAMA: Edwin Clark Sounds Alarm as Nigerian Military Raids Home by Land and Air

Former Federal Commissioner for Information and Ijaw national leader, Chief Edwin Clark, has revealed that soldiers conducted a raid on his country home in Kiagbodo, Delta State, by both land and air in search of arms. The Elderstatesman disclosed that on Saturday, March 23, 2024, approximately 30 to 40 armed soldiers arrived in about 5

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HIGH-LEVEL TALKS: PAP Boss Otuaro Meets Defence Minister to Quell Niger Delta Security Challenges

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, held a crucial meeting recently with the Honourable Minister of Defence, Alhaji Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, in Abuja. The meeting was convened in response to the recent tragic events involving the loss of 16 soldiers in Okuama community, Delta state. Chief Dennis Otuaro extends

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Horror Strikes Delta Again: Six Policemen Killed, Others Missing in Ambush After 16 Soldiers Were Killed

Delta State has been plunged into further turmoil with the tragic loss of six policemen, just days after the ambush that claimed the lives of 16 soldiers. The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, confirmed the grim news, revealing that six officers were killed while six others are currently missing. Recall, barely a week

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National News

PAP Administrator Otuaro Makes Courtesy Call on SGF Akume in Abuja

Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, graciously welcomed Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the newly appointed Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), during a meeting at his office in Abuja on Friday. This gathering marked the inception of significant initiatives aimed at revitalizing the program, with a dedicated focus

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OKUAMA/OKOLOBA: Presidential Amnesty Programme Boss, Otuaro, Meets Defence Minister for Strategic Talks

Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), met with the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, His Excellency, Dr. Muhammed Bello Matawalle, MON, in Abuja on Friday, March 22, to extend condolences and discuss strategic collaboration. The visit aimed to express condolences to the Nigerian military following the March 14,

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