Warri Lockdown Killing: Gov. Okowa's Aide On Security, Ezekiel Charges Deltans To Give Peace A Chance, Condoles With Bereaved Family

Warri Lockdown Killing: Gov. Okowa's Aide On Security, Ezekiel Charges Deltans To Give Peace A Chance, Condoles With Bereaved Family

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Senior Special Assistant to the governor of Delta State on security matters, Comrade Ezekiel Daniel has condemned the unfortunate killing of 28 years old boy Mr. Pessu Joseph in Warri yesterday, stressing that Deltans should give peace a chance especially now that the country is battling with the deadly global pandemic Coronavirus.

He also condoles with the Pessu family over the unfortunate killing of their son, stressing that Delta State government is on top of the matter.

Comrade Ezekiel made the appeal in Warri today when addressing newsmen noted that, Deltans are one big family, be it military or civilian under the umbrella of Nigeria, stressing that we are not at war with each other.

According to him, said; " I am appealing to every Deltans out there that  we are not at war with each other, rather we are all brothers and sisters of the same family known as NIGERIA, be it military or civilian.

It is so unfortunate what transpired yesterday, but this should not lead to break down of law and order because already we have a war ravaging not only our state and country, but the whole world taking lives of hundreds of hundreds.  It is important that as a citizen, we adhere to government directive because this  instruction is for the good of all. Let us imagine what would have happen if coronavirous should find it way into our dear state, but thank God for giving us a proactive leader in the person of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, an astute administrator, who quickly mobilized men and resources to nip in the bud any where this epidemics may wants to roar it head from.

Now that His Excellency has directed investigation to be carried out on the remote cause of the misunderstanding, l plead with all aggrieved parties to sheath their swords and allow the committee to do their job, while all hands continue to be on deck against our common enemy, conoranvirous, the statement adds."

COVID-19: Amb. Agediga Boosts Anti-Coronavirus Fight As He Donates Hand Sanitizers, Face Masks, Other ltems To Riverine Communities ln Burutu

COVID-19: Amb. Agediga Boosts Anti-Coronavirus Fight As He Donates Hand Sanitizers, Face Masks, Other ltems To Riverine Communities ln Burutu

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ Prior to the outbreak of the deadly global Coronavirus pandemic, the Executive Director, PRS, DESOPADEC, Amb. Shedrack Agediga through his Foundation, Shedrack Agediga Foundation (SAF) has distributed sundry items that could ward off the virus from his immediate constituency across riverine communities in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.

The Chairman Shadrack Agediga Foundation, Amb. Shedrack Agediga and his team yesterday 31st March, 2020 visited Ogulagha, Odimodi, Burutu and Obotebe communities in Burutu Local Government Area, where hand sanitizers, face masks, liquid soaps, hand gloves buckets with tap mouths were distributed to the people.

According to Amb. Agediga, said the gesture was driven by his passion to see to the well being of his people, adding that the vision of the foundation encompasses global health. He reiterated his desire to see to the protection of his people from the ravaging virus.

In their various remarks, the Ogulagha Community Chairman, Mr Johnbull Ogobiri who was represented by his vice, Elder Odeh Alfred while thanking Amb. Agediga for the donations, promised that they would be added to what they already had and put to judicious use.

At Burutu, the Youth President, Comrade Faka Solomon thanked the Foundation, noting that since the news of the pandemic started, no one has reached out to them as a community.

Also at Odimodi community, the Youth President, Comrade Akin Disi thanked SAF on behalf of the youths of the community and prayed God to continue to bless the founder Amb. Agediga, noted that it was a good gesture from an illustrious son.

It would be recalled that the Foundation had on the 27th of March, 2020 distributed items at Obotobo 1 and 2, Soikebolou/Yokri communities in Ogulagha kingdom.

Chieftaincy Conferment: Onduku Felicitates With Chief. Sheriff Mulade On His Chieftaincy Title Conferment As The Ibe-Miyensorimo-Owei 1 Of Gbaramatu Kingdom

Chieftaincy Conferment: Onduku Felicitates With Chief. Sheriff Mulade On His Chieftaincy Title Conferment As The Ibe-Miyensorimo-Owei 1 Of Gbaramatu Kingdom

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ The Chief Executive Officer, CEO/Publisher of a popular online news media known as Niger Delta Mirror, Comrade Oyinbi Onduku has join other loved ones and well wishers to celebrate with a Niger Delta born peace icon cum human rights advocate, Chief Amb Comrade. Sheriff Blessing Mulade, on the occasion of his recent Chieftaincy title Conferment at Oporoza on the 31st March, 2020 as the Ibe-Miyensorimo-Owei 1 of Gbaramatu Kingdom, by HRM. King Oboro Gbaraun ll, the Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom.

Chief. Mulade, who is the National Coordinator of the reputable Nigeria based NGO, known as Center For Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), that is responsible for building peace, rendering humanitarian services, canvassing for good governance as well as advocating for the safety and protection of Niger Delta environment by the multi-national oil exploration companies operating in the region.

Onduku noted that Chief. Mulade chieftaincy title as the Ibe-Miyensorimo-Owei 1 of Gbaramatu Kingdom is well deserved in the sense that, he has exposed Gbaramatu kingdom as well as the entire ljaw nation to the global world through his human rights activism over the years.

According to Onduku, said; "Congratulations To A Man With Heart Of Gold, Chief Amb Comrade. Sheriff Blessing Mulade, On The Occasion Of Your Chieftaincy Title Conferment As The Ibe-Miyensorimor-owei 1 Of Gbaramatu Kingdom, By HRM. King Oboro Gbaraun ll, The Pere Of Gbaramatu Kingdom.

Sir, Your Chieftaincy Title Is Well Deserved Because You Have Really Awakened Not Only Gbaramatu Kingdom But The Entire Ijaw Nation And Niger Delta By Extension Through Your Consistent Advocacy For Human Rights Protection As Well As Good Governance In Nigeria And The Globe.

Continue To Do Your Good Works For Humanity As God Almighty Will Guide, Bless And Protect You For Our Generation. Once Again, Congratulations Chief. Sheriff Mulade, The Ibe-Miyensorimo-Owei 1 Of Gbaramatu Kingdom", the statement added.

COVID-19: The Poor Masses Can't Stay At Home Without Palliative Measures, Commence Distribution Of Food Items For Deltans Now, Amb. Mulade Tells Gov. Okowa

COVID-19: The Poor Masses Can't Stay At Home Without Palliative Measures, Commence Distribution Of Food Items For Deltans Now, Amb. Mulade Tells Gov. Okowa

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ A Delta State born human and environmental rights activist, Comrade Sheriff Mulade has called on Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State to be more proactive and adopt pragmatic steps to alleviate and cushion the suffering of citizens in the state to save Deltans from the deadly Coronavirus.

Comrade Mulade who speak with journalists at his country home in Benikrukru Town, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West LGA of Delta State expressed worries over the welfare of Deltans, especially their sources of feeding, saying that; "these are poor ordinary citizens that makes daily incomes for living through daily outings".

Comrade Mulade who is the National Coordinator of CEPEJ, a foremost Non Governmental Organisation with headquarter in Warri commended Governor Okowa for the continuous update of Deltans about the deadly global pandemic and dissemination of WHO guidelines to sensitize the people.

He also lauded the Governor for taking bold steps in the closing and the locking-down of border points to the state and restricting movements which according to him is a welcome development, adding that; However, its goes beyond staying at your comfort zone in the Government house by issuing government political policy statements to prevent and curb it".

He said; "Our amiable Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa at this trying time must be encouraged, supported in prayers so that jointly and collectively they could overcome the challenges in the State, but Mulade believes that Government should do the needful by helping the citizens beyond issuing preventive measure as well as guidelines from WHO and the Ministry of Health".

He stated that “Governor Okowa should look forward to adopting practical steps and good measures to save Deltans. Such steps he reasoned should be devoid of political affiliations or party interest and ethnic correlation as the circumstance before the world and Nigeria is health related, according to him, the challenges are not related to politics as the people are not in a political campaign atmosphere where politicians could discredit and criticize each other or gather in affiliations.

The situation is such that party interest and differences must be burried where for politicians and none politicians alike must all support the state government to save Deltans and Nigeria at large", he added.

According to him also; “It is imperative to call on Governor Okowa to begin alternative and palliative measures by purchasing and distributing food items to citizens of the state, which is more important to save their lives rather than continuous threats of restriction of movements and closure of entry points to the state which is equally necessary but the citizens must be alive to overcome this coronavirus pandemic to enjoy the state government infrastructural plans".

In his words; “I want to strongly appeal to our Governor to kindly reach out to Deltans at this trying time with food items directly to save lives immediately, such food items to citizens should be devoid of politics because if the pandemic persist most Nigerians particularly Deltans will die of hunger and starvation as trades are already taking advantage of government inability to control and the market situation. Therefore, our Governor should as a matter of urgency embark on the purchase and distribution of food items through Ethnic and Community Chairmen leadership devoid of party or government interest but should be properly supervised by a committee, Delta State CORONAVIRUS Food Monitoring Taskforce for transparency and accountability. This strategy to the best of my knowledge will help the Government to reach the grassroot.

Comrade Mulade noted that the format suggested should be adopted so that the receiving communities could monitor and collect their legitimate share and the ethnic leadership and Community Chairmen integrity will be at stake, while stringent measures like what has been advanced will stop our political office holders from hijacking and reselling the items".

COVID-19: IYC Ngbilebiri Clan Distributes Disinfectants To Ayakoromo, Bobogbene, Other Communities, Sensitizes The People On Safety Precautionary Measures

COVID-19:  IYC Ngbilebiri Clan Distributes Disinfectants To Ayakoromo, Bobogbene, Other Communities, Sensitizes The People On Safety Precautionary Measures

Francis Tayor

Warri_____ The Chairman ljaw Youth Council, lYC Ngbilebiri Mein Clan in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, Comrade Amakiye Ekaye and his executive members in the early hours of yesterday 30th March, 2020 embarked on Coronavirus awareness campaign to Ayakoromo, Bobogbene and other communities in the kingdom.

Comrade Amakiye also distributed disinfectants, such as hand sanitizers, Klin detergents, water solution buckets among other items to the communities visited in order to enable them sanitize and protect themselves from contacting the deadly global pandemic.

Addressing Ayakoromo Community, Comrade Amakiye charged the people to maintain social distancing, personal physical hygiene as well as always wash and sanitize their hands in order to stop spread of the disease. He appealed to the people to obey federal and state governments stay at home directive starting from 1st of April, noting that the principle is for the overall good of all Nigerians.

The Chairman was accompanied with his Vice, Comrade Peter Atima, Spokesman, Comrade Nanas Oroupade, Secretary, Comrade Paul Kemezi, Comrade. Ebi Wayas, Comrade Austin Ozobo, the woman leader, Comrade Nurse Osuwo, Comrade Vincent Ayemi, Comrade Porbeni Ikemba among others visited various communities in the kingdom to sensitize them on precautionary measures towards the dreaded Coronavirus pandemic.


Comrade Amakiye handed over the items to Ayakoromo Community Chairman as well as Bobogbene for on ward distribution to the various quarters in their communities.

However, Amakiye extends his appreciation to lYC National President, Barr. Eric Omare and the leader IYC Ngbilebiri Clan, Barr. Preye Onduku for their support in making the awareness campaign a successful one.

Responding on behalf of Ayakoromo community, the Chairman, Mr. Moses Mienkoromo thank lYC Ngbilebiri Clan for the timely enlightenment campaign as well as the disinfectant items given to the community.

He said, " This is the first of its kind since the outbreak of the Coronavirus disease. I must commend lYC for deeming it fit to come to our aid in this trying time. I want to assure you that we shall make judicious use of the items given to us, and we promise to enforce government stay at home order in the community, Mr. Moses stated."

COVID-19: Human Rights Activist, Amb. Mulade Cautions Nigerian Police, Other Security Agents To Respect Human Rights In Enforcing Compliance

COVID-19: Human Rights Activist, Amb. Mulade Cautions Nigerian Police, Other Security Agents To Respect Human Rights In Enforcing Compliance 

Francis Tayor

A renowned human rights and Peace advocate in Nigeria, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, has appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Idris Muhammad, AIGs and Commissioners of police in various states of the federation to strongly advise, caution and charge officers of the police force to kindly respect the fundamental rights of Nigerians and other Nationals in the enforcement of lockdown, closure and restriction of movements across the Nation.

Comrade Sheriff who is also the National Coordinator of a foremost Peace, human rights and Environmental advocacy NGO, the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, strongly appealed to security agencies, particularly the Nigeria police to adhere strictly to the fundamental rights of Nigerians as enshrined in the constitution while enforcing compliance to curtail and prevent the spread of the deadly COVID-19 virus.

Comrade Mulade expressed concerns and worries over the way and manners some police officers charged with the responsibility of protecting lives and property are now the ones vandalizing items that they are expected to protect, noting that Nigerians are going through sudden and unexpected  trauma which needs encouragement and polite  engagement.

He stated that the law enforcement agents and the entire populace are  victims of this difficult time, therefore the Nigeria police and other security agencies saddled with the responsibility of enforcing adherence to orders should exercise caution so as not to inflict pains and more hardship which will exasperate the already harsh and tense situation in the country.

He charged the Nigeria Media, the Federal and State governments to continue to educate the people with relevant information on why they should continue to obey restriction orders from the government.  He said that the law enforcement agents should equally understand that a larger population of the people are semi-literates and illiterates, and therefore communities may find it difficult to comprehend properly the COVID-19 virus and the dangers it poses to the entire nation.

He further noted that there would be resistance from the people on the various restrictions and lockdown orders due to lack of understanding but as the days go by it will need the efforts of all enlightened minds to educate and put the public in the right position to abide by the laws from government which will assist in our collective fight of COVID-19 virus that has become a global pandemic.

COVID-19: Burutu Council Boss, Hon. Angele Embarks On Awareness Campaign Across Communities In The Council, Distributes Sanitizers, Other Hygienic Kits To The People

COVID-19: Burutu Council  Boss, Hon. Angele Embarks On Awareness Campaign Across Communities In The Council, Distributes Sanitizers, Other Hygienic Kits To The People

Francis Tayor

Warri____ The Executive Chairman of Burutu local government Area of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Godknows Angele, yesterday 29th March, 2020 led a team of medical doctors to embarked on awareness campaign on the dangers and precautionary measures of the deadly Coronavirus pandemic across communities in the council area.

Hon. Angele talk tough on social gathering and urged rural dwellers to abide by the federal government stay at home directive in order to stay alive.

The chairman was accompanied with the Council Secretary, Hon. Prince Sunny Perekeme, the DPO, DSS Boss and health officials gathered various community chairmen in Burutu at Tamigbe, to sensitize them on precautionary measures towards the Corona virus Pandemic.

Hon. Angele who personally distributed sanitizers and other hygienic kits to the chairmen, caution them to observe social distance, and many safety tips on how to stay safe.

Speaking at the gathering, Dr. Igbapike educated the chairmen on how best to wash their hands and the usage of the sanitizers.

The local government Chairman used the medium to warn all community chairmen to convey the message of outright ban on every social gathering henceforth, saying any defaulting community Chairman with the organizer of such event shall made to face the full wrath of the law.

The Chairman of the host community Tamigbe, while giving vote of thanks, appreciate the chairman and his team, for the laudable venture.