EX- NANS PRESIDENT EMERGES PDP FLAG BEARER FOR EDO BYE ELECTION

NIGERIA STUDENT MOVEMENT ON THE FRONT BURNER!!!

Our leader, former NANS President, Immediate Past SSA to President Goodluck Jonathan on Youth and Student Matters; Comr. Imagwe Jude MON, yesterday unanimously emerged the Standard Flagbearer of PDP in the forthcoming House of Representatives bye election for Etsako Federal Constituency.

Our leader has overtime been at the forefront of  youth inclusiveness in the political firmament of Nigeria.

Sir, for you have served diligently the entire youth and Student constituency of Nigeria in time past, therefore your entry into the Green Chamber of the National Assembly to represent not just the good People of ETSAKO but the entire Nigerian Youth has been signed and sealed by the Most High God.

On behalf of the entire Nigerian Students in South South and South East Nigeria, I call on the entire Youths and Students of ETSAKO extraction to relocate and move en mass, queue behind our leader to ensure his election.
The January 28th, 2017 election is not just for Comr Jude Imagwe but for the entire Nigerian Youths and Students.

We appreciate the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for finding one of our very own worthy to fly her flag.
Irrespective of political affiliation, all must queue behind our leader as our first and foremost political party remains the Nigeria Student Movement (NSM).

I reiterate 28th January, 2017 Contest is between NANS and the other, please make the Right choice as NANS is gradually taking over National Assembly.

Currently we have #Hembe, #Tony Nwoye etc... In a matter of Days,  #Imagwe will be joining them.

Congratulations in advance and Congratulations to Nigerian Youths and Students Constituency.

#RSM

Pedro Chibuzo Obi,
Coordinator, NANS Zone B.
15/01/2017

REVEALED: Chibok Girls Were Kept In A Politician's House After Abduction – Chibok Pastor

A Clergy, Pastor Bulus Baba of Kaya community in Chibok local Government Area of Borno state, has said that the story they received from the released Chibok girls during their visit to celebrate Christmas with their parents and relations in Chibok revealed that some top politicians who are sponsors of the Boko Haram insurgents were allegedly involved in their abduction, probably to frustrate the past administration under President Goodluck Jonathan.

Speaking with DAILY POST in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital Wednesday, the man of God said, his discussion with some of the released Chibok girls shows that, they were not taken immediately to Sambisa Forest as we were made to believe in many reports, rather, they were taken to Maiduguri, the state capital and kept at a location in GRA, where they spent about two months before they were relocated to Gwoza local government, which later became Boko Haram Caliphate.

According to him, ” The girls said, they spent over 8 months in Gwoza local government area along with other abducted women. They said they were kept at a resident of one of the top politicians in that local government area until at a point when a fighter jet dropped bomb that touch part of the house killing some of the girls.”
He said, after that incident, the girls said they were then moved to the Sambisa Forest where they were divided into groups with some of them forced to marry the militants, while some of them were sexually abused by the militants.

“It was a sad story, we believe that those behind this evil will never go unpunished. For us in Chibok, we will keep praying that, those of them who are still being held by their captors shall gain freedom and be reunited with their families like these ones that came home.” He added.

According to him, before the Christmas arrangement that brought the released girls, many parents and relatives did not believe that some of the girls have been released. He said, some of the parent died within the period due to blood pressure and other related ailments.

DELTA ASSEMBLY GRANTS OKOWA’S REQUEST FOR FERTILISER INTERVENTION PROGRAMME

BY ITEVEH EKPOKPOBE

THE Delta State House of Assembly yesterday in an emergency plenary granted request from the state Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa to enable Delta State participate in the Federal Government fertiliser intervention programme.
The request was contained in a message from the governor to the House and read by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Monday Igbuya.
According to the letter, Governor Okowa said that at the State Executive Council (SEC) meeting held on January 6, 2017, the council considered a memorandum on the participation of the state government in the Federal Government Fertiliser Intervention Programme.
He said the participation would enable the state to procure 8,000 metric tons of NPK 20:10:10 at an agreed farm price of N500 per 50 kilogrammes.
The governor noted that the memorandum Irrevocable Standing Payment Order (ISPO) will be issued by the state Ministry of Finance.
He said the state government had to secure the resolution of the State House of Assembly authorising the state’ participation in the Federal Government Fertiliser Intervention Programme.
Governor Okowa said the purpose of the letter was to obtain the resolution of the House, authorizing the state government participation in the programme.
Thereafter, the Majority Leader, Hon. Tim Owhefere, who opened debate on the message from the governor, argued that the Federal Government Fertiliser Intervention Programme would enable farmers buy fertiliser at a subsidised rate.
He said the programme would enhance agriculture, food production and security, stressing that it would further enhance the state government’s agricultural programmes.
Owhefere urged members to support the request as it would turn around the fortunes of the state in the agricultural sector and moved for the House to authorise the request.
The motion was seconded by the Chief Whip, Hon. Pat Ajudua, and was unanimously adopted by the House when put to a voice vote by the Speaker.
The House adjourned plenary to January 24, 2017.

WELCOME SPEECH BY RT. HONOURABLE YAKUBU DOGARA, SPEAKER HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE OCCASION OF RESUMPTION OF THE HOUSE FROM CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR RECESS, 10TH JANUARY, 2017

PROTOCOLS:

It is my pleasure to welcome us all back from the Christmas and New Year 2017 recess. I hope we used the period, as always, to brief our constituents, interact with them and recharge our legislative batteries for 2017. Permit me to seize this opportunity to offer thanks to the Almighty God for his grace, protection, guidance and for seeing us through the year 2016 and also for bringing us back safely.

2.  The year 2016 presented us with its peculiar challenges especially in the area of security and the economy. It was the year in which our dear country eventually slipped into recession resulting in grievous social stress for the citizenry; it was also the year in which terrorism in the North East, militancy in the South South, the despicable phenomenon of kidnapping as well as the flash of agitations bared their murderous fangs - visiting death, pain and anguish on the populace. In all these, it is gratifying to note that the fundamentals of nationhood remain strong, robust and promising. We commend the gallantry, ingenuity and professionalism of our armed forces and security agencies, the political will of the Buhari led government and the unbending resilience of the Nigerian people.

3.  Many developments in the polity require legislative and executive responses. It was during this break that our citizens woke up to a heartwarming and cheering news when the military authorities declared they had captured the most strategic major stronghold held by Boko Haram terrorists. While we applaud them for their sacrifices and commitment that resulted in this military triumph, we must hasten to add that the war against terrorism is still on, our citizens must remain vigilant against targeting of soft targets by fleeing terrorists as they attempt to terrorize the populace.

There has also been outbreak of violence resulting in wanton killings and destruction of properties in Southern Kaduna, Birnin Gwani, parts of Zamfara State. Same was the order in Benue, Plateau and some other states. Before we went on break, this House by Resolution mandated the Leadership to meet with Mr President on the challenges posed by these senseless killings. Having met with Mr President, I am happy to report that I am satisfied with the response of the President on these matters. I share the view that finding solutions to these crises must not be left to Kaduna State Government alone or Mr President. An enduring solution can only be attained if all of us -  all Nigerians regardless of ethnic groupings - northerners, southerners, christians, muslims, politicians, the apolitical, traditional rulers and religious leaders accept the fact that we are responsible and rise to confront and rid our communities of these evils. On the part of Government, I’m more than hopeful that the effect of the presidential intervention, particularly in the Southern Kaduna crisis will soon be felt.

4.   We must make it abundantly clear that no matter the level of grievance, no individual or group of individuals have the right to kill innocent citizens or to take up arms against the nation state. Nigeria’s worst enemies are these hate mongers and merchants of death who seek to turn this nation into the primitive state which in the words of British born Philosopher, Thomas Hobbes, in his famous work, Leviathan, is a state of, "continual fear and danger of violent death: and the life of man; solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short".  For our nation to make true progress, these enemies of the state, just like Boko haram members, must be crushed.

5. As the year 2017 rolls by, we should expect great challenges once again but with renewed determination and faith that things shall surely get better with God on our side. In this regard, I wish to remind us that perhaps the most critical and urgent task before us is the pending 2017 Appropriation Bill.

My Honourable colleagues, the economy must be our central focus in 2017.

Measures to exit Nigeria out of recession must be the critical aspect of our legislative activities.

The 2017 Budget remains the major tool to rejig our economy. This is in addition to other fiscal and monetary policies. The recent fiscal measures including import prohibition of certain items and the increase or decrease of tariff on some items should receive appropriate legislative scrutiny to ensure that the economy and the interests of our people are protected. We must ensure that we take no prisoners in accomplishing this task.

6.  We must brace up and work assiduously and conscientiously to give Nigerians a budget that will not only lift us out of recession but kick start the needed expeditious journey into Nigeria's prosperity.  We pledge to reform the budget process. To this end therefore, we would ensure that the procedure and process of consideration and passage of the 2017 Budget is transparent, inclusive and professionally handled. The details of the Budget should be debated and passed in Plenary to avoid those needless pitfalls that normally characterize the budget process.

7.   2017 is perhaps the year to pass critical bills before active politicking starts. Critical bills designed to stimulate and streamline our economy such as the Public Procurement Act amendment, Federal Competition Bill, Petroleum Industry bill, etc will receive expeditious consideration. Important Bills on Constitution alteration and Amendment to the Electoral Act also deserve expeditious consideration and passage.

8.   The recent spate of impeachment of Speakers of Houses of Assembly of States gives cause for grave concern. While we recognize the constitutional right of the legislature to conduct its internal affairs including the right to hire and fire it's leadership, it presents a different scenario where such leadership hiring and firing is rife with accusations and insinuations of external influence and also devoid of extant procedure. Leaders everywhere can only function efficiently where there is certainty that commendation is the reward for good leadership and sanction the consequence of inept leadership.

The Nigerian legislature needs to be afforded an opportunity to blossom if our democracy is to ever mature into adulthood.

9.  On the external front, particularly within the ECOWAS subregion, recent events call for both joy and concern. There have been peaceful elections and transition of power in Ghana to the delight and pride of all Africans. However, in Gambia, even though peaceful elections took place, the outgoing President Yahya Jammeh, has recanted his pledge to hand over power peacefully after losing the elections. The situation in Gambia constitutes a serious dent on the rising profile of the development of democracy on the African continent.

10.  We wish to commend the President of Nigeria and indeed the leadership of ECOWAS for their principled stance on the matter. The recent official position that ECOWAS will ensure peaceful transition in The Gambia is most reassuring. We understand this to imply peaceful transition simplicita but also the enforcement of peaceful transition should the need arise.  As a foremost democratic institution, the legislature will stand firmly behind the government of Nigeria as well as ECOWAS in ensuring that no individual leader on the African continent engages in conduct prejudicial to the growth of Africa's democracy.

11. Honourable Colleagues, I urge once again that we rededicate ourselves to the task of pulling our country out of recession and restoring total peace as a prerequisite for attaining the greatness which our nation is destined for.

12.  God bless you all and may God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

WIKE TO BUHARI: PREPARE FOR WAR IN 2019

BY JIMITOTA ONOYUME

Governor Nyesom Wike, in this interview, speaks on the December 10 rerun elections in Rivers State.

According to him, the Federal Government invaded the state with all  its might to rig the exercise , leaving    in its    trail blood of innocent Nigerians allegedly murdered by security agencies.

The governor says Nigerians should be thankful to former President Goodluck Jonathan for giving the nation  free and fair elections in 2015, adding that with the way the legislative rerun elections went in Rivers, Nigerians  should expect that the Federal Government will declare war on opposition parties in 2019.

After the rerun elections in Rivers State, you expressed doubt if the nation can have  credible general polls in 2019. Throw more light on this.

Why I said so is very clear. If you have that kind of invasion for ordinary legislative rerun elections in Rivers State on December 10, then I have my fear for 2019.    You saw the    kind of invasion we    witnessed on December 10 by security agencies and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. It is clear that with what we saw in Rivers, if the President declares he wants to run in 2019, then we should expect a tsunami, anybody that does not want it should go away.

Nyesom Wike
There will be fighter jets. The only thing that was not deployed to the state on December 10 was fighter jet. We may see that, in  2019, if the President says    he wants to contest the presidential election.

With the kind of invasion we had in the state for the rerun, if they are having gubernatorial and presidential    elections and, by the grace of God, Mr President presents himself for the election,    I wonder    how it will be. This    is why I said anybody thinking of election in 2019 is wasting his time.

It will be like war. ‘If you don’t agree, we bomb you’. If you can bring 28,000 policemen, three helicopters, 20 gunboats and then train special military all for legislative rerun elections in Rivers, then I have my fear for 2019.

You cannot believe it that that Divisional Police Officers, DPOs, were all transferred on the eve of the December 10 elections.

They brought a Special Anti-Robbery Squad from outside the state. So, you can    see what a presidential election will be like. If a fighter jet does not come out, then something is wrong. They must bomb everybody that says    no to the presidential aspiration; if you don’t die before the election, you must die on the day of the election. This will be the fate of anybody that does not agree.

I saw it, the kind of conspiracy. Anybody that sees former President Goodluck Jonathan should say ‘thank you’  for saving this country. We are busy congratulating other countries, yet we cannot    have free and fair election in one state where you deployed  big weapons.    Let    nobody deceive us that INEC is independent.

A recorded audio where you allegedly threatened INEC staff over matters of the rerun is trending on line.

Did I speak to    any electoral officer in that recorded audio? When you look at certain things, you laugh. Did they say I spoke to an electoral officer or they said I spoke to a third party, so I know what to answer? Who can show me where I spoke to any electoral officer?  Tell me. What did I say , what did I threaten? I never said anything, I never spoke to any electoral officer. It is unfortunate that this is a cover-up for the atrocities they committed.

Assuming though not conceding that I threatened an electoral officer, that if you don’t do the right thing, this and that will happen, does that give you room to go and do the kind of things you did? This is what we call total nonsense. I did not  speak    to anybody, no electoral officer can say I spoke to him or her. I never spoke to anybody. I know a particular online medium when I was Chief of Staff here. What lies have they not said about me?

The major thing is that did INEC, police, army compromise during the elections?  Let us all    face    the realities and not  shadows. The various agencies compromised their roles during the elections.    I can set up an equipment now    and you see what will be done with voice. What can’t this government do?

I don’t have a Chief Security Officer, CSO. They have now detained all the policemen that followed me to stop criminals who wanted to hijack results. Even the police officer that was caught on video, they have told him to go. What kind of country is this? The one (police officer ) caught on camera doing funny things during the rerun elections, what have they done with him?

You led a protest march calling for the transfer of two police officers, you wrote to the Inspector General of Police over the issue.

It was the entire Rivers people that went on the protest to the police headquarters. The man (alleged compromised police officer) has done what they sent him to do. Having fulfilled that, he should leave us and then the police should    send us those that can protect lives and property if that is the role of the police. He (alleged compromised police officer) has delivered for them; so he should leave us. He has delivered, taken lives and delivered. Very shameful thing. What we will continue to do is to allow the public know what is happening.

Now, nobody is saying we (PDP) are causing trouble. Tell them (INEC) to show you the server of  the uploaded results    on the election, show the voting and see if APC got up to ten percent. What kind of system are we operating?

Where have you seen where they move a CSO without him (a governor ) knowing?  My security is God. Look at what they did, look at the armory they brought into the state. How can you go into election without campaigning and expect to win?

They gave to each APC leader ten, fifteen security operatives. My Secretary to Government had no security.

You threatened not to fund the police, will it not worsen insecurity in the state?

It will not. Is it my duty to fund them?

It is the duty of the Federal Government. Let me use the money and put projects in the state. Do you fund your enemies? What is the police protecting now in the state? They did not support the amnesty program    by the state government in the state. It was only the army    that supported the program.

What politician are you if you  cannot win assembly seat in  your  area? When I campaigned, I told the people the projects I did and they saw them. What did you ( APC candidates ) tell them?  You told them you will clean up Ogoni, which day? You took lives to get one seat. It pains me. It means they just came to take    lives because of one senatorial seat and five House of Assembly seats. Those    of them who caused the death of the innocent people,      God will judge them.

I have never seen the    kind of elections we had    before.    350    security  vehicles were sent to the state.    All to come and do their bidding. Now, INEC is not talking about  the deaths because they know what happened. They are dumb. If it was the other way round, you would have    heard them shouting that the state is too violent.

No matter how you go and concoct story, those things are medicine after death. The more you come out with might to rig elections, the more the  people will resist and it will turn violent.

They wanted to change results in Port Harcourt city local government. They did it in Ikwerre, chased out agents.    Where    have you seen where they collate results without party agent ?

The rerun elections were a case of David killed Goliath . I David and the Federal Government was Goliath.

Where do you get money to do what you do?

Projects    were highly inflated in the past. Look at the Sakponwa Road, the bill of quantity they did for laterite was N14 billion but we are using sharp sand for N9 billion. Assuming they were to use sharp sand, what  would it have been? People just think government is a place to siphon money. What would it have been like if they had brought Julius Berger to do that road?

My greatest joy is that I am delivering on my campaign promises.

Within the four years of my administration, my concern is to turn around the economy of the state. In four years time, you will see the difference in the state.

Have you been to our Pleasure Park to see what we are doing there? It is the best in Africa. Go and see the Akpajo/Elelenwo Road. Look at the way they are fighting us because they see we are doing well.

While we were doing elections, we were still working.

Via: Vanguardngr

ATTENTION: FIRE SERVICE RELEASES EMERGENCY NUMBER

Delta State Fire Service Release Fire Emergency Number.

As part of effort to reach out to the good people of Delta with good services, the Delta State Fire Service has release  emergency fire service number .
08030882755 control room number,

Its important to give this number in other to avoid the destruction of properties .

Please note that you are expected to notify the fire service before even attempting to put off fire as it might be too late when you notice the fire is out of hand before contacting the Delta State fire service.

ATTENTION: N-POWER APPLICANTS OF DELTA ORIGIN

PRESS RELEASE

FURTHER SCREENING OF N POWER CANDIDATES.

DELTA STATE ORGANISING CORDINATING UNIT (SOCU) OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SOCIAL INVESTMENT PROGRAMME.

Wish to inform the general public and in particular candidates shortlisted for the N-POWER PROGRAMME that a further screening exercise (of shortlisted candidates not previously screened) would be conducted by the office of the National Orientation Agency as follows:
Date:Tuesday, 10th - Friday, 13th January,2017

Venue: Office of the State Coordinator, National Orientation Agency, Federal Secretariat Complex, Okpanam Road, Asaba.

Please note that this will be the last opportunity for screening of shortlisted candidates and further complaints would not be entertained afterwards.

Signed: Dr. Kingsley Emu, Chairman (SOCU).

Gov Okowa’s Developmental Strides At A Glance

By Jonathan Onwuka/Nelson Egware.

AS soon as he alighted from the convoy, residents in the Cable Point area of Asaba Metropolis, especially women and children, erupted in spontaneous jubilation, singing the praise of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa.

Their joy and excitement over the dualization of Cable Point road was palpable. It was a typical security’ officer’s nightmare as the crowd surged forward to express their joy and gratitude to the man many of them consider a political deliverer.

The same feelings of elation were aroused each time the governor embarked on project inspections. Whether it is the sleepy community of Oteri in Ughelli North Local Government Area or Oleh in Isoko South Local Government Area, the story has been the same. Governor Okowa has been embraced by jubilant crowds thrilled by the massive infrastructural work going on in their communities.

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The 250-stall ultra-modern market in Orerokpe, which is nearing completion, is one of such projects. Many people in the community are excited that when completed, the market will contribute significantly to boosting agricultural and commercial activities, especially, for farmers plying their trade in the many farm settlements within the axis of the market.

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According to the Executive Chairman of Okpe Local Government Area, Hon. Prince Godwin Ejinyere, “the construction of this ultra-modern market by our amiable Governor is a very good development. Our people are very happy with what is going on with regards to the market. Their joy is further increased by the location of the market, which is close to a major farm settlement that houses people into poultry, fishery and animal husbandry.

“I am very optimistic that when this market is finally completed and becomes functional that it is going to attract people from far and near, thereby boosting the economic and revenue base of the local government area. I really want to commend our dear governor for fulfilling a promise he made to the people of Okpe, when he visited the Orodje of Okpe kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Orhue 1, during his electioneering campaign. Our people are, indeed, very grateful. We will continue to reciprocate this wonderful gesture by remaining supportive of this administration.”

The market project, according to Mr. Milverton Enejeror, Chairman of Orerokpe Community Development Association, is a big plus to the prosperity agenda of the current administration. “It is indeed a well thought out initiative on the part of the governor whom we know to be a leader with great and innovative ideas,” he asserted. “So, I give him kudos for this and the many other people-oriented projects his administration is executing across the state.
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Another resident of Orerokpe, Mr. John Okpoko, lavished encomiums on the governor. “In the past, it was like our area was neglected by government, but now, we feel a strong sense of belonging in the current administration in the state. We thank Governor Okowa, a God-fearing, prudent and honest man that God is using to lead our dear state in this trying economic period.”

For the people of Delta South, it has been a harvest of people-centred projects that have drastically increased the tempo of the socio-economic lives of residents of the area. Many of those who were interviewed expressed satisfaction over the rehabilitation of the Ofagbe Technical College, in Ofagbe, Isoko North Local Government Area and the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Kefas road in Isoko South Local Government Area.

According to the pioneer Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Okoro, the focus on technical and vocational education by the governor is something that should be applauded by all and sundry.”Nigeria today is technically and vocationally backward due to the complete neglect of that sector by successive administrations, both at the state and federal levels,” he argued. “That is why the Delta State Government should be supported and encouraged in this direction, as this noble initiative would contribute to the drastic reduction in unemployment in the state.

“Like the governor, I strongly believe the acquisition of necessary skills is the best way out of our current unemployment quagmire. I must, therefore, thank God for giving Governor Okowa the wisdom to go in the direction his administration is going. I must reiterate here and now that Senator Okowa is a visionary leader who thinks about the people more than he thinks of himself. We truly appreciate his efforts at moving Delta State forward.”

The Principal of Ofagbe Technical College, Mr. Isaiah Aluchi, whose face was radiating with joy as a result of the facelift the school has received had this to say: “The impact of the rehabilitation of the school cannot be over emphasised, but suffice it to say that this massive investment in technical education by the state government would surely give impetus to the SMART Agenda of the governor, as it will help to create jobs, which in turn, would bring prosperity to Deltans. I must thank the governor for his vision and unrelenting drive to boost infrastructure and education.”.

Mr. Samuel Ekrebe, who teaches Automobile Technology and Information Communication Technology at the school, disclosed that his work as a teacher has become more interesting and enjoyable since the college was brought back to life. He pointed out that the establishment of the Delta State Technical and Vocational Education Board is a major boost to technical education in the state, adding that the board is impacting positively on the activities of technical colleges in the state.

Another project that is generating buzz among the people in Delta South is the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Kefas Road and Old Oleh Emede Road with a spur to Uzere Junction which many say have brought succour to the communities in the area. The roads were described as death traps before the intervention of the state government.

According to Chief Duncan Afaloko, a social media consultant, “the construction of these very important roads is a cherished gift to our people because the bad state gave them very horrendous experiences for many years. The construction of these roads has helped to decongest traffic from the major road, reduce accidents and make driving enjoyable.

“It got to a point when the Kefas Road, in particular, became a source of embarrassment to the people of Isoko nation because of its strategic importance as it housed a part of Delta State University. But now, life has returned to the area, and the people are happy. We commend His Excellency, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, for this gesture. We urge him to do more.”.

Since work commenced on the Cable Point Road in Asaba in late 2015, the community has witnessed some form of social and economic rejuvenation.

Expressing their joy over the project, some traders and residents of the area said it was a huge relief to them when they noticed heavy construction equipment being moved to site by the contractor handling the project. Their excitement was primarily due to the pains and losses the bad state of the road caused them in the past.

According to Mr. Eruemuolor Ulebor, who deals on electrical materials, “it was like hell for us especially during the rainy season. Our business suffered greatly as customers were wary of plying the road to patronise us. It was that bad. That was why there was spontaneous celebration immediately we noticed heavy duty equipment being moved to the area.

“We are indeed very happy and grateful to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. I am very optimistic that socio-economic activities will improve tremendously as customers would now be more than willing to come to the area to patronise us. God will grant the governor the strength, grace and resources to do more.”

Mr. Jude Ikechukwu, who also has a roadside store stated that “the construction of this once dilapidated road is the best thing that happened to us, either residing or doing business on this axis. You may not appreciate our excitement unless you had cause to visit this area before now. The road was more of a death trap. It was very terrible. Movement of humans, goods and services was very difficult. We thank God for using Governor Okowa to come to our aid. To me, this is a great achievement by the current administration.”.

Mrs. Augustina Onyemekwe, a business woman said: “This project is a pointer to the fact that the governor is a wonderful leader with a good heart. We really appreciate his good works since coming into office less than a year ago. I can say without fear of contradiction that this government is doing well. Look at the number of projects going on across the state, even in the face of serious financial challenges. We are praying for him. I am confident he would transform the state. All he needs is our prayer and support.”

According to Elder Jones Obiora, a dealer in building materials, “the construction of Cable Road, in my opinion, is the best thing I have experienced from the Delta State Government since I came to Asaba. You may not appreciate my sentiment unless you had plied this road before construction began on it last year. The bad road deprived us of so many things as socio-economic life was almost at zero level. But with what is going on, economic activities will be accelerated. That is why we will continue to praise Governor Okowa and pray that God would protect him for us. He is doing a great job for Deltans.”
Mr. Michael Apeh said the accolades being poured on the Governor are justified. “Both Government that awarded the contract and the contractor have done well,” he asserted. “I am scoring them high because of the quality work being done on the road. We are really happy as business and other social activities have picked up. Okowa is God sent. And we will remain grateful to him for remembering us. For me, I would wish he remains in office as long as it is possible. He is a good man with a kind heart and listening ears.”

Residents of the various communities serviced by the Oza-Nogogo-Alisimie Road (Ika South Local Government) which has experienced monumental transformation are also thanking God for Governor Okowa for coming to their rescue. Pa Julius Irabor, Ogisi of Oza-Nogogo declared that their decades of suffering had finally come to an end with the construction of the road.

He disclosed that they had made several representations to previous administrations, as far back as the defunct Mid-Western region. “I am an old man who has been part of decades of struggle for government to pay attention to this road, all to no avail. But I am glad that I am alive to witness this great thing happening to our community. For Okowa to stand by the promise he made to my people during his campaign visit to this community proves he is a good man and a leader that should be trusted. The governor has opened up our community to the outside world. We are indeed grateful to him and the state government.”

DESOPADEC WORKERS PROTEST NAKED IN DELTA STATE

In a determined bid to protest the alleged non-payment of their bonuses, some aggrieved workers of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) went completely n*ked on Monday.

According to Punch Metro, the workers accused the state government and management of the board of maltreating workers through its refusal to pay workers including the controversial 13-month bonus (End of Year Bonus).

They also said the management refused to promote and pay retirement entitlements to pensioners of the commission as well as leave bonuses to workers of the commission since 2015 when the present board assumed office.

Speaking to a correspondent, a staff who spoke on the condition of anonymity said, “What we are protesting is statutory in our engagement later.

"In 2013 the commission complained that there is no money and appealed that we should allow our salaries to be slashed by 30 per cent and promised that once things improved it shall be restated but up till now it has not."

The aggrieved workers promised to continue with their protest until the state government listened to their demands and ensure that staff welfare was prioritised.

They warned that if by next week their demands were not met, they would occupy government house and the State House Assembly.

OKOWA'S SMART AGENDA ON COURSE, JUST AS COMMISSIONER FOR WORKS COMMENDS LEVEL OF WORK ON UTE-OKPU ROAD

The Delta State Commissioner for works, Chief James Augoye, on Wednesday January 4, 2017, at the site of the ongoing reconstruction of Owa-Alero/ Ute-Okpu road, during an official inspection of the project, commended the quality and level of work done on the road by the contractor.

The commissioner specifically appreciated the speed at which the contractor is handling the job with the specified quality to job specification.

He was of the view that the contractor of the road reconstruction project which starts from the Railway flyover bridge at Owa-Alero to the Ute-Okpu round about, in Ika North East Local Government area.

    The commitment of the contractor since he resumed work at the site on November 17, 2016, and the constant supervision by officials of the Ministry of Works, through the zonal Chief Engineer in Agbor and the superintending Engineer at Owa- Oyibu, has greatly contributed to the success of the Owa-Alero/ Ute-Okpu road reconstruction project which was awarded by the Delta state government as part of her urban renewal programme.

Most roads in Agbor and environs are usually constructed during the raining season which invariably affects the quality and the life span of such projects.

Hence, it is advisable for contractors to be at their construction site during the dry season which we are currently experiencing to do a quality job. “For a stitch in time saves Nine”

Via: IKA WEEKLY

Federal High Court redeploys Justices, As the Controversial Justice Okon Abang Resumes in Delta State

The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court,
Justice Ibrahim Auta, has redeployed 11
judges in different divisions of the court.
Two prominent judges of the court, Justice
Mohammed Liman of Port Harcourt Division
and Justice Okon Abang of the Abuja Division,
are affected by the posting.

The Chief Judge, in a circular dated December
21, 2016 and addressed to “All Judges of
Federal High Court,” redeployed Justice Liman
from Port Harcourt to Enugu Division, and
Justice Abang redeployed from Abuja to
Asaba Division, Delta State.
The circular obtained from a lawyer close to
the Chief Judge’s office directed the affected
judges to resume at their new stations by
January 30.
The Chief Judge gave “the recent
developments in the court” as the reason for
the posting.
Details of the said “recent developments” were
not stated in the circular.
According to the circular, the posting would
not affect the criminal cases the affected
judges are currently handling.
It read in part, “In view of the fact some
divisions are currently short of judges
following the recent developments in the court,
it has become necessary to take urgent steps
to fill in existing vacancies.
“Affected judges are expected to resume in
their new divisions by January 30, 2017.
“The judges shall continue with the hearing of
criminal cases currently before them, as well
as at least two witnesses have testified.”
Others affected include Justice S. Saidu
(moved from Lagos to Port Harcourt); Justice
A.O. Faji (from Asaba to Lagos); Justice R.
M. Aikawa (from Sokoto to Lagos); Justice
B.O. Quadri (from Port Harcourt to Abuja);
and Justice Mallong Hoommuk (from Port
Harcourt to Lafia).
Others are, Justice K.K. Dagat (from Lagos to
Kano); Justice Saleh Idrissa (Kano to Sokoto);
Justice H.I.O. Oshomah (from Lafia to Port
Harcourt) and Justice J.K. Omotosho) from
Kano to Port Harcourt.

KURE'S DEATH, A BIG BLOW TO THE PDP FAMILY - GOV. OKOWA

Delta State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has commiserated with the family, the Government and people of Niger state over the death of former Governor Abdulkadir Kure, who died on Sunday in a German hospital.

                      Kure & Gov. Okowa

The Governor expressed sadness at the news of the death of the distinguished politician and two-term Governor, who ruled the state between 1999-2007.

Governor Okowa in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Charles Aniagwu in Asaba on Sunday said "the sudden demise of Kure is a big blow to the family and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Niger State, noting that the late former Governor was a staunch PDP Chieftain whose contributions to the growth of the party in Niger State will remain memorable for a long time.
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“The late Abdulkadir Kure, a distinguished administrator and statesman, will be remembered for redefining the place of service and patriotism in Nigeria’s development.

“He will be sorely missed by all and sundry whose lives he affected in many ways. I therefore urge all who mourn the demise of the late former Governor Abdulkadir Kure to take solace in the fact that his was a life of integrity and great accomplishments.

“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of Delta State, I mourn with the family of the late Engr. Abdulkadir Kure, the government and people of Niger State, and the PDP nationwide on the demise of the former governor.”

Okowa prayed God to grant Kure’s immediate family, his political associates, the strength to bear the irreparable loss, pointing out that his achievements in different areas of national life will always be remembered.

PUBLIC NOTICE ON ESTABLISHMENT OF FASTTRACK DELTA ICT CENTRE, ASSESSMENT AND ENQUIRIES DESK AT THE MINISTRY OF LANDS AND SURVEYS

GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly Deltans that a FastTrack Delta ICT Centre, Assessment and Enquiries Desk have been established at the Deeds Registry of the State Ministry of Lands and Surveys, Asaba.

The ICT Centre, Assessment and Enquiries Desk now established at the Ministry of Lands and Surveys will cater for the Assessment and Data Captures relating to the processing of the Electronic C OF O and other Land Certification matters.

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Accordingly, all Data Capture Officers(DCOs) formally stationed in Banks for registration and capture purposes have been withdrawn forthwith.

By this notice, members of the public are advised to visit the FastTrack Delta Assessment and Enquiries Desk at the Deeds Registry of the Ministry of Lands and Surveys for all their FastTrack Delta Enquiries, Assessment and Captures or call the FastTrack Delta hotline 08139830004.

Paul Osahor
Director of Information

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PATRONIZE NDU SCHOOL SHUTTLE FOR YOUR SAFETY, NANS BAYELSA CHARGES STUDENTS

National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) JCC Bayelsa Axis has called on Students of Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island to at all time patronize School registered shuttle in the overall interest and safety of the students.

Pointing out that in the case of any security challenges, the school designated buses can easily be traced, as each of them carries a unique identification number. 

Read below the text of the Press Release:

**WHICH BUS SHOULD I JOIN IN NIGER DELTA UNIVERSITY (NDU)**

The school is trying to provide a uniform transport system so Pls let's try to stick to NDU buses whenever they are available, because most times NDU shuttles drive empty, the drivers are forced to join the BTC company at their park, where they park passengers like sand and in bad and uncensored vehicles, at outrageous prices.. Unlike the school buses, but because students don't want to trek with their luggage to the school park they prefer the community park.
Pls let's encourage our own transport facilities, let's shun unnecessary showoff (bcos u think u have money) bcos one day that #50 or #100 difference can make u unable to go where u want to and when (without begging for it)
**and also it's important we realize that ur safety and security is more guaranteed when u join the school buses bcos they have numbers on them with which they can be traced. **Also in a case where u forget any belongings in the school bus, their is a channel u can always go to pick it up (untouched) which is different with the other transport companies.
**Also u are treated with more respect at the school park unlike outside where they talk to students anyhow, even abusing their parents.
**The school check the condition of their vehicles, but their is no such guarantee outside.. **Reckless driving is mostly associated with the drivers outside. And so on. Pls let's be on a safer side, and let's not allow ourselves to be exploited unnecessary for we are learned, if u will be the type that will positively change ur society it starts now (remember what u will be, u are already becoming)

Viva Aluta!!

Comr Grant C. Nwaoburu
D.O.Mobilization National Association of Nigeria Students [NANS] Bayelsa State Axis.
Vice President (elect) Indigenous People of Niger Delta [IPND] Rivers State Chapter.

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GOV TAMBUWAL AND SHARIA POLICE IN A SUPREMACY BATTLE: AS TAMBUWAL DISBAND THE POLICE COMMISSION

Sokoto state government has disbanded the state Hisbah Commission, a day after Daily Trust reported the seizure of musical instruments used during Governor Aminu Tambuwal daughter's wedding by the Commission for allegedly violating Shari'ah law being implemented in the state.

Commissioner, Religious Affairs, Sokoto Alhaji Mani Katami announced this in a chat with newsmen.

Katami said  the decision was taken on Saturday at a meeting with the leadership of the three factions of the commission with the officials of the Ministries of Religious Affairs and Justice.

He said that the three groups had failed to harmonize themselves into one group, for efficient and united operations.
'' The state government had given them a grace of over one year to do so, but the harmonization in line with the Act establishing the commission has proved abortive," he stated

The Commissioner added:'' This has allowed unnecessary bickering, unilateral operations, while myriad of complaints were received from the members of the public about the alleged overzealousness and high handed of its operatives.''

He however directed the chairman of the commission, Dr Adamu Kasarawa, to immediately hand over all documents and property to his office.

The commissioner further said that the state government would  soon constitute a proper and harmonized leadership of the commission.

Reacting, the Commandant of the Commission, Adam Bello Kasarawa hinged the state government's action on the recent seizure of musical instruments used at the pre-wedding dinner of the daughter of Governor Tambuwal which did not go down well with them.

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"I have been receiving calls since the seizure was reported by your papers, some were even threatening to attack their office.We don't believe in selective implementation of Shari'ah law and what we had done was in line with our mandate," he stated.

He denied  operating unilaterally and that neither  was there any faction in the commission, saying "it is only that some officials were not happy with some of our recent operations."

CATHOLICS ARE WORSHIPPING SATAN AND WILL GO TO HELL - CHRIS OKOTIE

All Catholics in the world will go to hell because they worship Satan and are led by an Anti-Christ Pope who is a friend to the devil, Nigeria’s controversial preacher and former presidential candidate, Chris Okotie, told his congregation on Sunday, leaving members bewildered.

Fifty-five year old Okotie, while preaching in his Household of God Church in Ikeja area of Lagos, western Nigeria, said the Catholic church is “a counterfeit church set up by Satan” and that Catholics “bow to idols and crucify Jesus every Sunday when they eat bread claiming they are eating Jesus’ body.”

“They are not Christians and have never been,” Okotie told a stunned congregation.

“They don’t know Jesus. They believe that when they eat bread on Sundays, they are eating the body of Jesus. It’s ritual,” Okotie said.

He said Pope Francis is an Anti-Christ who does the job of the devil and that time is fast approaching when the Catholic church will pledge allegiance to Satan.

“The pope is an Anti-Christ and the Catholic church will soon declare for Satan. This is the end of times,” Okotie erupted.

He advised members of his church to come to the rescue of Catholics and evangelise them.

This, he said, was not out of disrespect but out of respect for the word of God.

He said those who know the truth should bring it to those who do not know it in the Catholic Church.

Credit: Ugonna Ufere

ADEBOYE: RCCG GENERAL OVERSEER, NARATES HOW GOD USED WITCH TO SAVE HIM

Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, has revealed how God used a witch to spare his life.

Pastor Adeboye narrated his experience while delivering a sermon tiled: “God Loves Me” during the annual thanksgiving service and prophetic declaration at the church national headquarters in Lagos
state.

In his words: “I was telling my children that whenever we wanted to study at night while we were young, we used kola nut as our own coffee as we did not have money to buy coffee. We ate the kola nut to stay awake. “One day, the number one self confessed witch in our compound, called me and said: “Dejare, why won’t you stop eating kola nut? The witch warned me to desist from what can lead to my death. I think God spoke through the witch and I can say God loves me,” Adeboye stated.

“You are alive today not because you are clever, wise or know how to do it but simply because God loves you. There are lots of people who are in the prison who are free. I was at the Kirikiri Prison where I heard testimonies that brought tears to my eyes. Some of them said they were in prison but they are free men because they have Jesus; they were incarcerated but they are free. And there are people who are outside the prison who are prisoners.

“It is because God loves you that you are able to conquer all that the devil threw at you last year. Left for the enemy you, will not be here today but because God loves you, you are more than conqueror,” Daddy G.O. said.

JUDE SINEBE TAKES OKOWA'S PROSPERITY MESSAGE TO THE GRASSROOT

                         Hon. Jude Sinebe

Committed to the Prosperity Course of the Okowa led Delta State Government, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Hon. Jude Sinebe today, took the SMART cum Prosperity message to the grassroot.
He met with the Executives of Patani PDP, urging them to remain faithful and committed to Okowa led State Government.

Fejiro Jude Okpako wrote:

Happening now as the Commissioner For Higher Education, Engr. Jude Sinebe Plays Host to Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Patani Local Government Area of Delta State led by Hon.  Godspower Omafuvwe Asiuwhu, Chairman PDP Patani LGA.
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Honourable Commissioner for Higher Education Delta State Engr Jude Sinebe FNSE today 7th January 2017 held a new year breakfast meeting with local government area and ward executive to appreciate them for numerous contributions towards the growth and development of the party.

The Commissioner in his welcome address appreciated members of the Executive Committee for keeping the party united at both the ward and local government area. He also advised them to reposition the party for the 2019 general elections. Hon Godspower Omafuvwe Asiuwhu chairman peoples Democratic Party, Patani Local Government area thanked the commissioner for deeming it fit to host the party to this warm reception.

He also advised the ward executives to take the message of change the change to their various wards and communities.

SEE 5 THINGS GHANA NEW PRESIDENT PROMISED DURING HIS INAUGURATION

Ghana’s new President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has pledged to cut taxes to boost the economy.

Mr Akufo-Addo made the promise at his swearing in ceremony on Saturday.

He also pledged to protect the public purse by getting value for money on services.

The 72-year-old, who contested under the platform of the New Patriotic Party, was elected president on his third attempt to reach the post.

He defeated incumbent John Dramani Mahama in peaceful elections a month ago, a rare peaceful transfer of power in a region plagued by political crises.

Here are few things he promised the Ghana people:

- Reduction in taxes to recover the momentum of our economy

- government money would be spent wisely.

“I shall protect the public purse by insisting on value for money,” he said. “Public service is just that: service, and (is) not be seen as an opportunity for making money.”

- Ghanaians should expect return to above eight per cent in 2017 as new oil and gas fields from Tullow and ENI come on tap.

- free high school education and

- more factories in Ghana.

I REMAIN THE WORLDWIDE OVERSEER OF RCCG - ADEBOYE

Enoch Adejare Adeboye, a pastor and general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), only relinquished his position as head of the Nigeria church but will remain RCCG’s worldwide overseer, the church has clarified.

According to a statement signed by Leke Adeboye, the clergyman’s last son and personal assistant, the announcement of a new Nigeria overseer was made in compliance with the new legal requirements set up by the Financial Regulations Council for all registered churches, mosques, and CSOs, which stipulate that heads of non-profit organisations like churches now have a maximum period of 20 years to lead their organisations while in retirement.

Such heads are also not permitted to hand over to their families.

Leke Adeboye reiterated that Funsho Odesola, a pastor, will now serve as the new church secretary, Joseph Adeyokunu, another pastor, is the new church treasurer.‎

He advised all members of RCCG to “understand this new structure and go about their service to God and humanity in holiness and soul winning”.

“We appeal to members to educate people around them and not spread inaccurate information, as Pastor E.A Adeboye remains the General Overseer of RCCG Worldwide.”

Via: The Cable

PASTOR ADEBOYE RETIRES AS REDEEMED GENERAL OVERSEER

Pastor Enouch Adejare Adeboye has retired as the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God ( RCCG) in Nigeria.

He announced the decision on Saturday morning and will be replaced by Pastor Joseph Obayemi.

More details soon.

BUHARI INSENSITIVENESS TO NIGER DELTA REGION UNVEILS AS NIGER DELTA AVENGERS DECLARES TOTAL WAR

Niger Delta Avengers (NDA), on Friday ordered its fighters to prepare to fight “war” against the “enemy”, saying Nigerian authorities were not ready for dialogue.

In a statement posted on its site yesterday, NDA said it was set to resume hostilities.

Titled ‘OPERATIONS WALLS OF JERICHO AND HURRICANE JOSHUA’ NDA informed “the people of our Niger Delta, sane minds in Nigeria and the comity of nations that the remaining 11 months and couples of weeks in 2017 will be filled with surprises and a reconfiguration of the struggle for the liberation of our motherland.”

“Since, the declaration of cessation of hostilities in the region by all fighters and affiliates, it has been evidently clear that the Nigerian state is not ready for any form of dialogue and negotiation with our people to addressing the issues sustaining the unending sufferings and deprivation of the people of the Niger Delta.

Continuing Avengers assured Niger Delta people that “we feel your pains from these dashed hopes of a genuine talk once again. All fighters and commands are hereby placed on high readiness in your webs of operations to hit and knock the enemy very hard.

“That is the way to discuss with a deaf, when he cannot understand your soft massage. We are determined to hit him very hard and deadly that even his eyes will shed blood, his ear will be more deafened and his heart shall quake; when he sees, hear and feel the outcome of our next activities.

“On this note, we are declaring “Operations Walls of Jericho and Hurricane Joshua” simultaneously to reclaim our motherland and dislodge all cleavages the Nigerian Ruling oligarchy has foisted on the region that is sustaining the ongoing primitive accumulation by dispossession.”

SEE WHAT TINUBU HAS TO SAY OVER BUHARI N5,000 STIPEND

The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for the commencement of the payment of N5,000 each to the poor and most vulnerable under the Conditional Cash Transfer programme of the present administration.

The programme was part of the cardinal promises of Buhari during the 2015 campaign.

Asiwaju Tinubu said the stipend for the poor was a sign of the Buhari-led APC government’s commitment to people’s welfare.

He said in a statement by his Media Office: “I commend President Buhari for keeping faith with his campaign promise. I commend him for empathizing with the poor and the most vulnerable among us.

“The payment could n’t have come at a better time than now. The stipend is a sign of the government’s commitment to people’s welfare. We must all unite to beat poverty and bring prosperity to the land.”

Tinubu again called for support for the present administration, saying with such, the government would soon turn things around for the benefit of the people.

Nigerian Girls Wants Sanitary Pads To Be Free, Launches Campaign

Nigerian lady initiates campaign to make sanitary pads free.

The price of sanitary pads is climbing at an alarming rate. Many girls and women can no longer afford sanitary protection during their periods and have resorted to old cloth bundled up with toilet papers or cotton and or just plain cloth. Unbelievable? No, that is a fact. A Nigerian lady, Vivian Ugwu is now advocating for free sanitary items

This is what Vivian wrote on Facebook:

SANITARY PADS should be free, condoms should be SOLD. sex is a CHOICE; Menstruation ISN'T... This is now #400. Lots of girls out there can no longer afford this. Help campaign this issue by sharing this post.


#jointhecampaign
#keepthegirlsinschool

Source: Chukwudi Iwuchukwu Facebook walll

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIAN STUDENTS (NANS) ZONE B PRESS RELEASE ON EXPULSION OF UNIVERSITY OF PORTHARCOURT STUDENTS

NANS Zone B
06/01/2017

UNIPORT 23:

It is important i briefly inform the entire Nigerian Students in the zone and University of Portharcourt in particular, the situation of things.

It should be on record that NANS stands firmly on the Press Release of 24th December, 2016.

No Matter how provoking the oppressors will appear, we will allow for the maintime, the principle of one of the greatest activist that walked through the surface of the  earth,  Martin Luther King Jr to prevail, that is non violence.
Just as Ken Sarowiwa will say, we will dance the gun of the oppressors to silence.

As you are already aware, the management of University of Portharcourt has shifted the resumption date farther off to 29th January, 2017. Just as we have earlier posited, no students should resume, not to talk of paying fee until all issues surrounding the fee crisis and reinstatement of our colleagues are attended to.

The secretariat of NANS Zone B is already in possession of the circular of the purported expulsion and proscription of Faculty associations, it is indeed laughable and can never stand the test of time.

Thank you all for standing by your Faculty Presidents and Comrades, while you spread the message of peace to your coursemates on the inevitable need to continue to stay at home in the overall interest of their safety, as the oppressors in University of Portharcourt have no value for human life.

... Viva Aluta!!!     Viva Continua!!!
#RSM

Pedro Chibuzo Obi,
Coordinator, NANS Zone B.
+2348062467312

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OSHIOMHOLE TO FORCE DOWN HIS SON ON THE PEOPLE OF ETSAKO AS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MEMBER TO REPLACE SHUAIBU

The son of former governor of Edo State, Dr Cyril Oshiomhole, has flagged off his campaign to take over the former job of current deputy governor of Edo state, Hon Philip Shaibu, as Member representing Etsako Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives.
Dr Cyril Oshiomhole is a US-based medical doctor who, it was alleged, Oshiomhole built a Hospital for in the United States of America allegedly with government funds.
It is rumoured that the reason that Central Hospital Benin was protracted was because Oshiomhole allegedly was using the name of buying equipment for Central Hospital Benin for laundering monies to pay for his son’s hospital in the US.
Some alleged that he converted the equipment meant for Central Hospital Benin to his son’s hospital in the US that is allegedly why the Central Hospital is not equipped till date, over two months after it was deceptively commissioned by the President of Nigeria who did not carry out due diligence before conducting the commissioning of a fraudulent project.
Elections are expected to be held in Etsako within 90 days after the seat has been declared vacant by INEC. Curiously, INEC has not yet declared the seat vacant.
Speculation is growing in Etsako that Shaibu has lobbied INEC not to declare the seat vacant until after the court case, to enable him regain his seat in the likely event that the tribunal sacks his embattled government with Obaseki.
When Urhokpota Reporters interviewed residents of Etsako, many of them lamented that Oshiomhole is being too insensitive if he found no one else but his son to present as a replacement for his godson. “Na Family business? Is Etsako the private property of Oshiomhole? He better not try it because we shall disgrace him” Prince Rafiq from Jattu said. Residents elsewhere in Edo State have said that Oshiomhole was pushing his luck too far. “This is like adding insult to injury” Chief Ikimi stated. “We hope that he presents his son so that we can show him that we in Etsako are not as stupid as we acted in 2016. We will disgrace him and make a loud statement.”
MrAliu Enakhena from Agenebode said. Urhokpota Reporters shall monitor this development and update you.

Source: Secret Reporter

BREAKING: ALL IS NOW SET FOR THE NEW MEGA PARTY, AS 48 OFFICES ARE ZONED

     All is now set for the birth of Nigeria’s.                mega party, Action Democratic Party,                  ADP.

This is just as those behind the formation of the new party, with the aim of unseating the current administration in 2019 have zoned National Executive Committee slots to the various regions of the country.

According to the Vanguard, they have also concluded plans to submit their documents for registration as a political party to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, next week.

According to a document released by the political association, the National chairmanship position has been zoned to the North Central; South West, Deputy National Chairman; South East, National Secretary and National Legal Adviser; North-West and South South, National Treasurer.

See full zoning below:

North Central

National chairman

National Welfare Secretary

National Vice Chairman

Vice National Organising Secretary

Deputy National Woman Leader

Assistant National Secretary

Deputy National Treasurer

National Vice woman leader

National Vice Youth Leader and Ex-Official (2 males, 1 female).

North-West

National Woman leader

National Vice Chairman

National Legal Adviser

Vice Publicity Secretary

Deputy National Secretary

Deputy National Youth Leader

Deputy National Welfare Secretary

National Vice Woman Leader and Ex-Officio (2 males,1 female).

North-East

Deputy National Chairman,

National Vice Chairman

National Auditor

Deputy National Financial Secretary

National Vice Woman Leader

National Vice Youth leader and Ex-Officio (2 males, 1 female).

South South 

National treasurer

Vice National Welfare Secretary

National Vice Chairman

National Youth leader

Deputy Woman Leader

National Leader- PLWD

Deputy National Legal Adviser

National Vice Youth Leader and Ex-Officio (2 males,1 female).

South-West 

Deputy National Chairman

National Publicity Secretary

National Vice Chairman

National Financial Secretary

Vice National Organising Secretary

Deputy National Youth Leader

Deputy National Auditor

National Vice Woman Leader

National Vice Youth leader and Ex-Officio (2 males,1 female).

South East

National Secretary

Vice Publicity Secretary

National Vice Chairman

National Diaspora Adviser

Deputy National Organising Secretary

Deputy National Leader- PLWD

National Vice Woman Leader

National Vice Youth Leader and Ex-Officio (2 males, 1 female).

Reacting to the development, convener of ADP, Alhaji Yabagi Sani, told the Vanguard that the association would submit all the required documents to the electoral commission, next week.

WHAT DID GOVERNOR WIKE SAY? WHAT DO WE WANT NIGER DELTA GOVERNORS TO SAY?

By Annkio Briggs

On the 1st of January 2017 Sunday my humble self and some other Rivers state indigenes were tagged on Face Book with the story of Governor Wike’s private visit to a wedding in Sokoto state.
I received several calls from Journalists, and l had not reacted to the claimed statement when l got a call from a foreign journalist, at this time, based on the undertone of the questions l made up my mind to issue a reaction instead of granting an interview, as in the recent past l have had to defend or disclaim the interpretations of some sensitive interviews.
Governor Wike is the Governor of my beloved Rivers state. l am known for defending my state, standing with my State and people whenever it is necessary for me to do. It is not a secret that l support Governor Wike’s government, and the Niger Delta region without apologies to any people who don’t like me defending my people and region.
My position on the issue of the so called non negotiable unity of Nigeria is not a secret, l am not a politician neither have l taken an oath of office to defend the 1999 or any other constitution of Nigeria, l am therefore free and very able to express my true position on critical National, Niger Delta and Rivers state issues.
No President since 1960 or governor since the creation of states has said anything outside of what Governor Wike is claimed to have said to the Sultan of Sokoto about the Niger Delta peoples to leave or to stay within or without Nigeria. 
Only 3 notable men from the old Eastern Nigeria and today’s Rivers state ever dared the so called non negotiable unity of Nigeria, they are Jasper Adaka Boro, (who joined the Nigeria Army in the war against the secession of Biafra) Boro died under mysterious circumstances before the end of the Biafra war. The then Col. Odumegu Ojukwu who seceded from Nigeria to save his people the Igbos from the pogrom and genocide against them in the North, that lead to the civil war. Finally an Ogoni man a great author and poet Ken Saro Wiwa and other notable Ogonis of Rivers state, (the state Governor Wike governs today) came up against the Nigeria government under the governance of General Abacha who took power by force of guns from another General that also took power by force of guns. General Abacha barbarically murdered Ken along with eight of his kinsmen for daring to speak up on behalf of his oil rich Ogoni nationality.

Before President Goodluck Jonathan a Niger Delta man of Bayelsa state who was the Vice President to President Yaradua convened the 2014 National Conference he had earlier on at the beginning of his 2011 mandate as President after the death of the late President Yaradua said Nigeria did not need a Sovereign National Conference, yet when Nigerians clamored for a national Conference he had no choose as a democrat but to convene the 2014 National Conference.
l believe the majority of Niger Delta people if asked in a referendum will say that Nigeria’s indivisibility is negotiable. To negotiate a new Nigeria is a task that must be done.
Governor Wike of Rivers state is a politician, and like every other elected politician he has sworn an oath, to uphold and protect the 1999 Constitution, based on that oath even if he wanted to he can never say anything less than he said in Sokoto, he was therefore politically correct.  No president or governor that has emerged on a political platform in Nigeria will call for the break-up of Nigeria only the people of Nigeria can call for the break-up of Nigeria or demand to leave peacefully.
As a Rivers state indigene and as a Niger Deltan, l will rather my state and region keep the resources in Rivers state and Niger Delta and pay tax to Federal Government, or that we agree to restructure Nigeria along the lines of Justice and Equity, and Regionalism.
The political system, the 1999 Constitution, the policies of Federal Government and the political and economic power brokers have ensured since after the end of the Biafra war to keep the Niger Delta and Igbo nationalities politically and economically enslaved, using our resources and our politicians working against us, our development and environment.
The truth is no one person, governor or state can achieve our freedom, justice and equity alone, they have to work together, since the Federal Government is using the 1999 constitution to work against us, we the people have to work together to make the governors work together to achieve what is best for us, our region and our future.
THE POLITICAL REALITY IS THAT NO GOVENOR CAN ON HIS OWN SAY THAT WHICH WE WANT, ONLY WE THE PEOPLE WILL TELL THE GOVERNORS WHAT WE WANT, AND DEMAND THAT THEY SAY WHAT WE WANT.

THE QUESTION IS WHAT DO THE PEOPLE OF THE NIGER DELTA WANT?

MIKEL BIDS CHELSEA FANS GOODBYE, RECOUNTS WONDERFUL MEMORIES

Mikel John Obi,  one of the successful Chelsea FC player,  who joined the club at the age of 19 from the Norwegian Premier League bids the entire family of Chelsea FC a touching goodbye as he recounts wonderful memories after ten years of adorning Chelsea Jersey.

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