2023: Delta Traditional Chief Priests Protest Against PDP Over Neglect

2023: Delta Traditional Chief Priests Protest Against PDP Over Neglect

...... Vows not to vote PDP in the forthcoming general elections

" Recently, PDP held a  stakeholders meeting at Bomadi. In the meeting you people decided to reach all the community's chairmen, all the pastors from various churches in the LGA and other communities leaders through the ward co-ordinators by taken their numbers in respect of how to win the forth coming election but in the aspect of the difference Chief priests in our LGA, you decide not reach us because we are unbelievers or idol worshipers same time mocking or neglecting us in the meeting. 

" Mind you do you know that Chief priests have the right to vote ? And you should also know that Chief priests have wife's , children's, brother's, sisters, fathers, mothers, uncles, nephews, cousins, mother-in-law, father-in-laws, son-in-laws, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, friends as many relatives and so on. 

" Based on this fact  the Chief Priests in Bomadi LGA held a meeting and decided that all the Chief Priests and their family's in Bomadi LGA will not vote for PDP for either neglecting or disgracing chief priests

" In the public. We know fully well that some of the candidates and stakeholders are worshiping Idols secretly but they are claiming to be Christians in the public. So it is left for you to decide what to do"....

Signed :

Chief Priest Godwin Orupade, Chairman of all Izon-Ebe Traditional Chief Priests, Delta State.

Good Governance Advocates to hold Awareness Campaign in Ayakoromo Tomorrow

Good Governance Advocates to hold Awareness Campaign in Ayakoromo Tomorrow 

Warri ______ A group of youth under the aegis of Advocate for Good Governance and Credible Candidates Beyond Party Lines in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, is set to embark on awareness campaign tomorrow 4th February, 2023 with the youths of Ayakoromo community.

In a statement released on Friday and signed by the Coordinator of the group, Comrade Ebolo Samuel noted that the all important meeting is taking place at Ayakoromo community Town Hall tomorrow Saturday in order to interact with the youths on the need to identify and vote for credible candidates in the forthcoming general elections rather than voting party lines.

He stated that the youths are the future leaders of any nation, hence they have to prepare to take the bull by the horn by making right decision at the right time so as to enable them contribute meaningfully in building a better egalitarian society for everybody to live happily.

However, Ebolo use this medium to invite the entire youths of Ayakoromo community both home and in diaspora to grace the meeting tomorrow, stressing that they must be part of making right decision in the next political dispensation.

Read below full details of the statement:

3RD FEBRUARY, 2023 

THE STRENGTH OF YOUTH LIES IN THEIR POWER OF MAKING RIGHT DECISION IN THEIR YOUTHFUL ERA.

Our today generation has a duty to be honest, genuinely being of good value to work and service to nation building for the overall benefit and betterment of our Towns, villages and by extension the human society at large. 

As humans we should see ourselves as an agent of change and national development by dedicating our individual skills, strength, creativity and imaginations to the service of humanity in the best possible manner. As young people who can make the difference, we are duty bounds in building a bright future for society based on values ​​and courageous behavior.

It is our belief that successfully developed nations in the world sustained their successes by building a strong youth generation that would introduce new global changes in the future. This means that the future lies in the hands of the youths of this generation. 

Going forward, if the youths of today are inculcated with strong values of social change, the best education, good health and right priorities, then we can say that the future is bright. 

However, if unfortunately, the today youths are not  prepared with the right skills and values to bring about the desired future, there would be a human resources crisis in the nearest future.

The youths themselves are expected to pursue self development in leadership and other areas of human value because the absence of a developed youth would portend a failed future that would not be classified as being better than today. 

If the youths are the foundation of the future, they must be strong and not weak because, strong building always has a strong foundation.

The today youths are pegged to be the bouquet of the society hence, their role is projected to play the most vital role in the development of the society. A nation where the youths are not considered in deciding  her future can only be likened to a doomed state. This is because, the youths are the future of a nation.

It is on the above compelling reasons in line with the political Tides were youth are all over the world clamouring for changes for a better Tommorrow amidst the "hard times" impose on us by powers that be,  we, under the ages of "Advocates for good governance & credible candidates beyond party lines" who are Youths Under Burutu LGA has deem it necessary to interact with our corrosion youth on why this Election should be individual based & not party. 

A Resolution will be taken at the end, a communique of the collective opinions of the thoughts of the entire Youth Present will be communicated as it should. 

May we end this piece with the words of Martin Luther king Jr He He said" Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matters" 

like the above refined words, our strength as youth lies in our conscious effort to make things right in our generation, the time to make things right it's now and we would not shy away from it. the choice is ours to make.

Sign:

Comrd Ebolo Samuel,

Coordinator Advocates for good governance & credible candidates.

Amb. Arerebo Salaco Yerinmene snr 

(Strategic member Advocates for good governance & Credible candidates).

NUJ Upgrades Union's Professional Practice Qualification to First Degree, HND

NUJ Upgrades Union's Professional Practice Qualification to First Degree, HND

 

Kano_____ Apparently to enhance professionalism and attain a greater height for practicing journalists and journalism profession in Nigeria, the entry qualifications for membership of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has been upgraded.

This was part of reviews in the just-concluded Special Delegate Conference of the union held in Kano State under the leadership of Chief Isiguzo Chris, the National President of the union.

Based on the current review constitution of the union, instead of National Diploma (ND), the minimum entry qualifications for journalism practice in Nigeria is now First Degree and Higher National Diploma or its equivalent, according to statement released at the end of the conference in Kano,

“Minimum of First Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalent in Mass Communications and journalism-related courses is the entry qualification for the practice of journalism in Nigeria and with a working experience of not less than 12 months in a recognized media establishment.

“Membership of the union shall equally be accorded to a graduate of any other discipline with cognate experience in the practice of journalism in a recognized media organization, 10 years before 2023, with Diploma in Journalism from a recognized educational institution.

“Conference in session delisted and dissolved the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Local Government Information Chapels across the country,” it stated.

On the social or new media, popularly known as Online Media, the conference approved the membership of journalists working under online media organisations that are registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and recognised by the National Secretariat of the NUJ.

Conference, however, stated that publishers of online platform would not be members of the union. “This, therefore, means a publisher of an online platform cannot be a member of the union.”

The Conference approved the development of a website for the union to adequately capture the bio data of members on regular basis, for easy identification of accredited practicing journalists in Nigeria.

It therefore directed State Councils to ensure full compliance with the provisions of the approved amendments to the NUJ Constitution, with immediate effect, among other important provisions in the reviews.

DSS Intercepts Syndicates, Bank Officials Selling New Naira Notes

DSS Intercepts Syndicates, Bank Officials Selling New Naira Notes

The Department of State Services (DSS) has intercepted some members of organized syndicates involved in the sale of the newly redesigned naira notes.

The DSS spokesperson, Peter Afunanya, made the announcement on Monday.

According to Afunanya, the DSS discovered that some commercial bank officials were aiding economic malfeasance during its operations in various parts of the country.

“Consequently, the Service warns the currency racketeers to desist from this ignoble act. Appropriate regulatory authorities are, in this same vein, urged to step up monitoring and supervisory activities to address emerging trends expeditiously.

“It should be noted that the Service has ordered its Commands and Formations to further ensure that all persons and groups engaged in the illegal sale of the notes are identified.

“Therefore, anyone with useful information relating to this is encouraged to pass the same to the relevant authorities”, Afunanya said.

Book Launch: The Strength of African Woman Sets for Launch on 12 Feb, in Yenagoa

Book Launch: The Strength of African Woman Sets for Launch on 12 Feb, in Yenagoa 

....... As Tari-ere Ebizimor Abalaru invite friends, well wishers, general public to grace the occasion 

Oyinbi Onduku 

Yenagoa ___ Preparation is on top gear as dignitaries from all walks of life across the Niger Delta region set to storm Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State Capital on the 12th February, 2023 to grace  the most anticipated launching of the book titled: ' The Strength Of An African Woman ', written by the daughter of the late lzon number one owigiri music King, Mrs. Tari-ere Ebizimor Abalaru.

In a statement released on Monday in Yenagoa and signed by the Author of the book, Mrs. Tari-ere noted that the book launch is taking place on Sunday 12th February, 2023 alongside the celebration of her Birthday/Thanksgiving of the successful delivery of her Triplet babies at Lady Diana Event Center, Osiri Road, Yenagoa Bayelsa State starting by 2:30pm.

The occasion is billed under the distinguished chairmanship of Hon. Chief. Dr. Fred Agbedi, member representing Ekeremor/Sagbama Federal Constituency.

While His Excellency, Sen. Douye Diri, the Executive Miracle Governor of Bayelsa State would be the Special Guest of honour.

Other expected distinguished Guests of honour include; His Excellency, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Barr. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Deputy Governor of Delta State, Dr. Mrs. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Deputy Governor of Rivers State, High Chief. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, Dr. Patrick Akpobolokaemi, Maj. Gen. Barry Ndiomu (Rtd), lnterim Administrator PAP, Prof. Steve Azaiki, Rt. Hon. Abraham lngobere, Speaker Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Chief. Barrister S. Smooth, Chief. Boro Opudu etc.

Royal Fathers of the Day:

HRM. King Bubaraye Dakolo, Chairman Bayelsa State Traditional Rulers Council, 

HRM. King Justice Francis F. Tabai,

HRM. Elder Capt. King Joseph Timiyan, Chairman ljaw Traditional Rulers Council Forum, Delta State, HRM. King Frank Ezekiah Koko, HRH. Dr Famous S. Eseduwo, the lzon music King, Numupere ll, King Pereama Freetown (JP).

Father of the Day: 

Prof. Benjamin Okaba, President Ijaw National Congress (INC).

Mother of the Day:

Triple Chief. Vero Tamgbewei Emmanuel respectively.

The statement further added that Music to be supplied by JKing Alfred Izonebi.

Come one, Come All.

Yemi Alade Reacts To Rumoured Pregnancy For Togolese President

Yemi Alade Reacts To Rumoured Pregnancy For Togolese President 

Yemi Alade has finally responded to rumours that she is pregnant for Togo’s president, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé Eyadéma. A controversial blogger recently claimed that the singer was allegedly expecting a child with the former Minister of Equipment, Mines, Posts, and Telecommunications. 

In addition, the blogger claimed that Yemi Alade has been in a close relationship with the 56-year-old politician since 2017, and that he planned to marry the singer as his sixth wife.

The 33-year-old ‘African Baddie’ singer responded to the rumours by tweeting laughing and pregnant emojis. 

In subsequent tweets, the singer lamented the peak of insanity that plagued individuals in January.

“The sentiment is different in January. If you dislike your job, you should act small around customers. This January, individuals are truly Ment.”

Thunder Strikes PDP in Burutu as Azigbeotu Exits Party for APC

Thunder Strikes PDP in Burutu as Azigbeotu Exits Party for APC

Warri _____ Dissatisfied with the lack of unity and purpose that currently bedevil the party at the ward and Local Government levels, Hon. Enoch Azigbeotu writes to announce the withdrawal of his membership from the People’s Democratic Party in a letter which is attached here.

Enoch's resignation has thrown the PDP in his Seimbiri ward 4 and the Burutu Local Government Area into confusion and disarray. Enoch who has acted variously as a strategist and a campaign spokesman for the current chairman of Burutu LG Council, Rt. Hon. Godknows Angele, hinges part of his decision to resign from the party on what he describes as “the lack of inclusiveness in the system and the new practice of discrimination after the election season”. 

He regrets that after deploying energy, sweat and resources to assist the various office holders of the ward and LGA including Hon. Asupa Forteta, the member representing Burutu State Constituency 1 and his Burutu 11 counterpart, Hon. Pullah Ekpotuayerin in their respective elections, the party has only paid him back with ingratitude and derision.

Enoch Azigbeotu is an ally of Hon. Tam Brisibe and has acted as  Special Assistant (SA) to Senator (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa when Hon. Tam Brisibe was the Chief of Staff to the Government of Delta State. He is a veteran in grassroots mobilisation and has led support networks at various times in all wards and units in Burutu LGA and beyond. Before the recent PDP governorship primary elections, Enoch worked meritoriously as the Burutu Federal Constituency/LGA Coordinator for the Olorogun David Edevbie Campaign Organisation. He also was the Burutu LGA Coordinator in the Delta Ijaw Frontline Volunteers for Edevbie, the foremost Ijaw support group for Olorogun David Edevbie during the primaries. Beyond this, he played actively as the  Burutu Local Government Coordinator of the Delta Unity Group (DUG).

Enoch Azigbeotu has been received warmly into the Delta State Chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC), his new political family. He is now the Deputy Convener of the formidable Ijaw support group, Delta Ijaw Volunteers (D.I.F) for Omo-Agege. 

Azigbeotu’s departure is one of the many defections that are likely to diminish the fortunes and chances of the PDP in the forthcoming general elections in the Burutu Local Government Area.