The former Senior Special Assistant on Security to the Delta State Governor, Olu Kevin Oritsewinor has congratulated the Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, on his legal victories at the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal and the Supreme Court on Friday. Oritsewinor in a congratulatory message said the victory has exonerated Oborevwori from forgery. The Supreme Court, on Friday dismissed an appeal brought before it by Chief Ikie Aghwarianovwe, seeking the disqualification of Governor Oborevwori for lack of merit. Oritsewinor who described the victory as God’s Will said Oborevwori Governorship election victory is the Will of the people. He urged other cases…
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Man to lose so Lagos State Government on Wednesday read the riot act to street traders in the state, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and Eko Bridge, declaring zero tolerance for street trading in the areas. In a press statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Gaji Omobolaji Tajudeen reiterated that the action is in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to promote a cleaner and more aesthetic environment in Lagos, ensure total enforcement of the environmental Sanitation laws, and create a safer State for all. He stated that it had become imperative…
The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori has assured investors of a peaceful investment climate in the state. Oborevwori gave the assurance on Tuesday when he received on courtesy visit members of the Ndigbo Cultural Forum Asaba chapter at Government House, Asaba. The Governor thanked the Forum for supporting his gubernatorial ambition and for their various investments in the state. He urged them to consider investing further by taking advantage of the peaceful environment across the state. He said: “I welcome you to Delta State Government House. I am very happy to receive all of you this afternoon. I am…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to use his good offices and leadership position to “urgently publish details of spending of about N400bn so far saved as a result of the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) popularly called petrol.” SERAP urged him to “provide details of the plans on how subsequent savings from the removal of subsidy on petrol, including specific projects on which the funds would be spent, and the mechanisms that have been put in place to ensure that any such savings are not embezzled, misappropriated or diverted into…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has enjoined Nigerians to keep praying for their Leaders and make sacrifices for the growth and development of the Country. The Governor gave this admonition at an Eid Ul-Adha Celebration organised by the First Family with the theme; “Indeed I will make you a leader for the people”, held at the Lagos House, Ikeja. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, said that Nigerians should pray for their leaders for them to do things right for the benefit of the citizenry. The Governor said, “We should always pray…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday, congratulated Edo State Governor, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, as he marked his birthday. The PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba said Obaseki is a pragmatic, down-to-earth and result-oriented administrator, who continues to exert his expertise, skills and resources not only towards the development of Edo State but also the unity, stability and economic growth of our country. “Our Party is very proud of Governor Obaseki’s dynamism and sense of duty with which he continues to transform Edo State with massive landmark people-oriented projects in critical sectors including oil and gas,…
One may be wrong to describe the anti-corruption fight waged by the former Buhari administration as one of those comedy drama series we watched when growing up as kids in Jos tin city on television screen aired from studio of former Benue Plateau Television (BPTV) spiced with elements of witch hunt for political stability because the pervasive neediness which proceed from the asphyxiating socio-economic challenges is the harsh consequence of the nation’s rapacious elite whose criminality is legendary. And, aside been evasive, the reality on the ground is unashamedly obfuscated by their minders as well as their overt or covert…
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed his commitment to enhancing the professionalism, effectiveness, and public trust in our law enforcement personnel. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said “In line with this commitment, he has hereby set in motion machineries for the development of a comprehensive training program and curriculum for colleges and training schools that will place increased emphasis on attitudinal and behavioral changes, alongside physical and technical fitness. “The IGP acknowledges that law enforcement is a multifaceted profession that requires not only physical strength and technical proficiency but also mental…
The need for entrenchment of integrity and regulatory compliance in the banking and allied sector of the Nigerian economy as an anti-corruption strategy, came to the fore in a recently held one-day anti-corruption sensitization programme organized by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) for the staff and management of the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) Owerri, Imo state. An Assistant Commissioner in the Public Enlightenment unit, ICPC Imo State office, Mrs. Chinwe Egbeocha, revealed this during the sensitization programme held at the NDIC conference room in Owerri. She stated that the anti-corruption sensitisation programme, which is…
Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, congratulated the Dein of Agbor, HRM Benjamin Ikenchukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, on his 46th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Oborevwori said the Agbor monarch is one of the most reverred and influential kings in the State and Country and lauded him for his outstanding contributions to growth of his Kingdom, the State and Country. The Governor said that the Dein has provided dedicated and inspirational leadership for the Agbor people over the years and deserves to be celebrated at 46. He lauded the monarch’s…
Muslims in Delta have been charged to use this period of Ei del Kabir to pray for Allah to bestow wisdom on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his team to enable them translate the MORE agenda into physical development. The immediate past Chairman, Muslims Pilgrims Welfare Board Alhaji Auwalu Tukur gave the charge while speaking at the ongoing hajj in Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Alhaji Tukur who led pilgrims from the state to the Holy land said their cardinal goal in Mecca was to pray for peace and all round development to characterise the administration of Governor Oborevwori. He said the…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, yesterday, congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir festival. Governor Oyebanji rejoiced with the Muslim faithful for another opportunity to witness the celebration of an important festival in the Islamic Calendar. The Governor in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, described Eid-el-Kabir as a time to appreciate the Almighty Allah for his mercies and benevolence. He noted that the lessons of sacrifice and total submission to the will of the Almighty Allah should continue to resonate in the lives of the faithful and guide them in their…
The World Bank on Tuesday commended Delta State Government for its exemplary partnership in programme delivery. The Bank’s NG-CARES Task Leader, Professor Foluso Okumadewa gave the commendation when he led a delegation of the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus Program on courtesy visit to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at Government House, Asaba. He congratulated Governor Oborevwori and his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme on their successful inauguration, adding that they were in the state for independent verification assessment to support the needs of the poor and vulnerable for those affected by COVID-19 in the state. “We express the congratulations of…
Group urges CBN to withdraw regulations on customers’ social media handles or face legal action Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Mr Folashodun Shonubi, Acting Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to “immediately delete the patently unlawful provisions in the Central Bank of Nigeria (Customer Due Diligence) Regulations directing banks to obtain information on customers’ social media handles for the purpose of identification.” SERAP also urged him to “withdraw the Circular number FPR/DIR/PUB/CIR/007/076 of 20 June 2023 mandating banks and other financial institutions to implement and comply with the unlawful mandatory provisions on customers’ social media handles in…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has said that his government would put all machinery in motion to encourage youths in the state to engage in agricultural business to help boost the state economy and the food security agenda of his administration. The Governor, who stated this while on a working tour of some agricultural projects in Ado- Ekiti, said he was impressed with the resolve of some youths to embrace agriculture full time, stressing that one day, they too would become employers of labour. The project sites visited by the Governor include: The Livestock Development Centre, which provides platform…
The Media Office of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has debunked the reports making wave that the State’s number two man renounced his Nigerian Citizenship. The Media Office of the Deputy Governor in a Rejoinder titled ‘Lagos Deputy Governor, Hamzat takes Oath of Allegiance to Renounce Nigeria – Immigration Lawyer,’ said the reports are not true reflections of the record of proceedings of the Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal of June 21, 2023. The Media Office stated that “There is nowhere in the verifiable record of proceedings of the Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has doled out over nine million naira to some vulnerable citizens who sought assistance from the state government. The beneficiaries who were at the Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti went home with varying amount of money and working tools for their crafts. Presenting the cash and tools to the beneficiaries, the Senior Special Assistant, Governor’s Office, Mrs Sola Abe said the gesture from the Governor was to ensure that poverty is eradicate from the society. Mrs Abe said that part of the gesture include payment of hospital bills, working tools and financial assistance for setting up…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom (UK) given the long standing historical antecedents, business activities and shared interests between the two countries. Shettima made the call during a courtesy visit to his office by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. In his brief remarks, the Vice President commended the long standing assistance and support of the UK government to Nigeria and expressed hope for a more robust business relations. According to him “I will urge you to facilitate the setting up of the Nigeria-UK…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has restated his administration’s commitment to workers welfare and patronage of local content in a bid to grow the State’s economy and ensure excellent service delivery. The Governor who stated this in Ado Ekiti while presenting 38 official vehicles to Heads of Local Government Administration (HLAs) in the State’s local government and local council development areas (LCDAs), said his decision to patronize Ekiti State Motor Dealers Association in procuring the vehicles was to ensure that everybody feels the impact of government in their daily endeavors. Governor Oyebanji who was represented at the event by the…
Ghana, EFCC Move To Weed West Africa Of Financial Crimes The immediate past acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abdulkarim Chukkol, on Tuesday, called for strong partnership and cooperation among law enforcement agencies across Africa. Chukkol made the call while declaring open a Peer Exchange Programme organized by the EFCC for Ghana’s Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) at the Rockview Hotel, Abuja He stated that such alliances will be instrumental in combating economic and financial crimes in the region. “This study tour holds immense importance as it offers the unique opportunity to engage in peer…
The Founding Bishop of the Living Faith Church (Winners’ Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo has congratulated the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori on his 60th birth anniversary on June 19. Oyedepo in a personal letter congratulating Oborevwori on his Diamond Jubilee Anniversary, prayed for the Governor to be successful and impactful as he administers Delta State as Governor. Oyedepo who is the spiritual father of Governor Oborevwori, noted that his triumph against all political battles were testimonies of God’s hand upon his life and family. Oyedepo in the congratulatory letter, said: “My wife and I heartily congratulate you and your…
Oborevwori lauds Deltans for voting PDP Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has commended Deltans for trusting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with their votes, assuring that his administration would partner with the people to advance the state. Oborevwori stated this on Sunday at the reception in honour of the Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko at his Idumuje-Ugboko country home, Aniocha North Local Government Area of the state. He commended Senator Nwoko for returning home to celebrate with his people and urged members of the National Assembly to always return home to be with their people. He…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Editor of Vanguard Media Limited, Mr. Eze Anaba, on his election as President of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE). Anaba was elected at the 2023 National Biennial Convention of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE), holding in Owerri, the Imo State capital. He succeeded Mr. Mustapha Isah of the Silverbird Group, whose tenure just ended. Anaba polled 250 votes to defeat his only opponent, Bolaji Adebiyi, formerly of Thisday Newspapers, who scored 81 votes. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Oborevwori congratulated Mr Anaba for…
The High Court of Lagos State will on July 24, begin its annual vacation to end the 2022/2023 legal year of the state judiciary. The vacation will end on September 15, 2023. A release signed by the Acting Chief Registrar, Tajudeen Elias, said the Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba, had approved the annual vacation pursuant to Order 49 Rule 4(D) of the High Court of Lagos Civil Procedure Rules 2019. According to him, the Criminal Division of the High Court will sit during the vacation, saying “Where a judge of a criminal division is on vacation,…
VP slot: Okowa didn’t betray Southern Nigeria – Ifeajika Immediate past Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, on Thursday, reiterated that he didn’t betray Southern presidency by accepting to be Alhaji Atiku Abubakar’s running mate. He said his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) agreed to throw its ticket open because it was in the opposition to enable the party present a formidable candidate that could match the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate. Okowa who spoke through his Media Adviser, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika at a news conference in Asaba, said once a Northerner emerged as the party’s candidate at…
The embattled Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Mr. Abdulrasheed Bawa has called on students across the country to stand up and fight the evils of corruption in the country. He made the call in Abuja at the inauguration of an Integrity Club at Glisten International Academy, Jahi, Abuja. According to him, corruption is a very terrible evil that denies and deprives Nigerians of their comfort, benefits and rights. Bawa, who spoke through Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE1 Dele Oyewale, pointed out that corruption is responsible for social and economic challenges across the country. “Look at…
We will not be a rubber stamp assembly, Delta speaker vows Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor and his deputy, Arthur Akpowowo on their emergence as presiding officers of the 8th Delta Assembly. Oborevwori while congratulating the leaders, reiterated his readiness to partner with the legislature to ensure full implementation of his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda. He stated this when he received the new Speaker, his deputy and their spouses on a courtesy visit to him at Government House, Asaba. The governor who underscored the importance of executive- legislative relations…
LASG moves to curb open defecation As part of efforts to end open defecation nationwide by 2025, Lagos State Government on Tuesday flagged off the “Clean Nigeria: Use The Toilet” Campaign in Apapa Local Government. Speaking during the flag-off held at the Legislative Hall of Apapa Local Government, the Permanent Secretary Office of Environmental Services, Omobolaji Gaji said the campaign seeks to promote the use of toilets and good hygiene practices in every community across the State and in Nigeria. Gaji, represented by a Director in the Office of Sanitation Services, Mr. Babajide Adeoye noted that the State Government flagged…
Nigeria’s challenges will soon be over Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, felicitated with Deltans and Nigerians on this year’s Democracy Day. Oborevwori, in a goodwill message through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon in Asaba, said Deltans and Nigerians should celebrate this year’s democracy day in view of the smooth, peaceful, and successful transition from one civil administration to another. He stated that Nigeria’s democracy was waxing stronger, especially with improvements in the nation’s electoral laws, and urged citizens to take advantage of these reforms to choose leaders of their choice for the good governance of the nation.…
Ekiti state Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has called on the people of the state to always ensure proper maintenance of public assets to ensure their durability. The Governor stated this in Ijero Ekiti at the commissioning of two blocks of six classrooms at CAC Secondary School and a 500-Seater Lecture Theater at the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ijero Ekiti built and donated by a member of the House of Representatives (Ekiti Central Federal Constituency 2), Hon. Wumi Ogunlola. Governor Oyebanji, who revealed that his administration would soon establish a department that would be saddled with the responsibility of…
