The position of Badagry as a major tourist destination in Lagos State and Nigeria was again reaffirmed with a recent visit by the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Nigeria, Zdenek Krejci; the Deputy Head of Mission, Hana Trousilova and a retired Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service, (Dr.) Mrs. Dere Awosika to the ancient town. The Head of the Public Affairs Unit, Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Omowunmi Seriki, who was the tour guide for the visitors on behalf of the Ministry, took the team round many historical sites in Badagry. She expressed the…
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The management of a popular lounge in Asaba, Don and Masters, have expressed their readiness to partner with the state government and other relevant agencies to tackle social vices in the capital city, including prostitution. This is coming after concerns raised on the floor of the Delta State House of Assembly and moves by the legislators to rid the capital city of prostitution and other social vices. Addressing journalists on the development, the manager of Don and Masters, Joshua Ekelebo known as Slimjor, spoke on some of the challenges experienced by the establishment, just as he pledged to collaborate with…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has said infrastructure development is key to maximising the economic potential and growth of any state or country. Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat who received the visiting Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission on behalf of the Governor yesterday in his Office, at the RoundHouse, Alausa, Ikeja, noted that the state has kept thinking of investing massively on its infrastructure for economic potential. The Governor said, “Infrastructure is the only way to maximise the economic potential of the country which is why Lagos has taken it as a priority…
Operatives of the Lagos Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, arrested two suspected internet fraudsters at House F10, Victoria Crest 4, Lekki, Lagos. In a statement yesterday, the commission said the suspects: Udemba Chukwuemeka (a.k.a Jody) and Jamal Jamiu Onasola (a.k.a. Jamal) were arrested at the residence of a musician: John Njeng Njeng (a.k.a skales). The two suspects, suspected of being involved in dating scam, described Njeng as their “mentor”. While Chukwuemeka has been in Njeng’s residence for two years, Onasola has only stayed there for few months. They will be charged to court as…
Ahead of the November 11, 2023 governorship election in Kogi State, the Dino/Habiba Governorship Campaign on Monday mocked the All Progressives Congress (APC) describing its Campaign Flag-off in Lokoja, Kogi State capital as full of another seasonal lies, spiced with cheap talks and empty promises. A statement by Omoyemi Olumudi, Spokesperson, Dino/Habiba Campaign Council said the APC in the Kogi State is notorious in spewing lies and making false promises at every election cycle in brazen insult to the sensibilities of the people of Kogi State. “Such recourse to falsehood cannot save the APC in the November 11 election as…
Love is a complex and beautiful emotion that cannot be manufactured or forced. It develops naturally over time when two individuals share meaningful connections, mutual respect, and genuine affection. The idea of making someone fall in love is a romantic notion, but it’s essential to remember that love cannot be manipulated or controlled. Instead, the focus should be on building authentic relationships based on trust and compatibility. In this article, we will discuss some easy ways to connect with a woman and increase the chances of forming a genuine and lasting bond. Be Yourself: Authenticity is the cornerstone of any…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and nine other former governors in the 10th Senate over their collection of both salaries and pensions as senators.” Joined in the suit as Respondents are the following senators and minister: Abdulaziz Yari; Aminu Tambuwal; Adamu Aliero; Adams Oshiomole; Ibrahim Gaidam; Seriake Dickson; Ibrahim Dankwambo; Aliyu Wammako; Gbenga Daniel, and Dave Umahi. In the suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1360/2023 filed last Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, SERAP is seeking: “an order of mandamus to direct and compel Mr Akpabio, nine other senators and…
The Government of Ekiti State has launched a monthly disbursement program, providing N5,000 in support to 7,000 vulnerable individuals across the state for a duration of five months. A statement by the government said the categories of beneficiaries include people with disabilities, widows with dependents, elders over the age of 65, youths with dependents, and randomly selected individuals. The statement said “this initiative is a response to the Federal Government’s removal of the fuel subsidy and aims to alleviate the financial burden on vulnerable populations. It also aligns with the commitment of Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration to reducing poverty and…
The Minister of State for Defence, Muhammed Bello Matawalle, has charged the National Defence College NDC to develope curriculum to enable the College produce knowledge based Armed Forces. Matawalle gave the charge as a Special Guest of Honour at the inauguration of Course 32 of the National Defence College, in Abuja. Addressing the participants, he said that Federal Government would not relent in building a resilient Armed Forces in the face of unpredictable economic and environmental conditions as response to risk that may threaten national security, economic prosperity and societal wellbeing. The Minister reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment in combating…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, called on Nigerians to live a life of impact for the good of society. Governor Oborevwori made the call in his remark at the funeral of late Ezinne Gold Egege at Amuke autonomous Community, Isiala-Ngwa South Local Government Area of Abia State. The late Egege is mother to Mrs Catherine Onyeme, wife of the Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Oborevwori said that there was never a good time to die and charged Christians to live a life of great impact while they are still alive. According…
The Minister of State for Environment, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako has advocated for the use of environment friendly vehicles like electric and compressed natural gas vehicles to reduce emissions and achieve clean energy. Salako made this known recently when the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Sector Command led by the Sector Commandant, Corp Commander Chorrie Isah Muta’a and his team paid an official working visit to the Minister in his Office in Abuja. The Minister reiterated that emission from vehicles is one of the major challenges of ensuring a secured and sustainable environment. He added that…
In his avowed commitment to the development of sports in Nigeria, the Minister of Sports Development, John Owan Enoh has undertaken an inspection tour of Centre of Nigeria’s Sports Hall of Fame, which houses the names and portraits of sports heroes and heroines in the country. At the inspection tour of the Centre, which is situated at the Main bowl of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, the Minister restated government’s commitment to athletes’ welfare saying that the Ministry was ready to key into any initiative that will contribute, not only to the growth and development of sports in Nigeria…
Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 32 suspected internet fraudsters in simultaneous sting operations in Awka, Anambra State and Enugu township, Enugu State. According to the commission, the suspects are: Stanley Okechukwu, Chukwudi Michael, Nnaife Onyedika, Nnamdi Christian, Pascal Akachukwu, Ekeme Christian Luke, Denis Chidozie and Ebuka Mmaduka. Others are: Ekene Excellent, Emmanuel Okochi Osita, Akunne Prince Ikenna, Igwe Nnaemeka Shedrack, Nonso Henry Ozo Ekwe, Ebuka Obike Boniface, Goodluck Ameachi Ifeanyi, Hillary Chiemele Chukwudizie, Chinedu Onwuegbusi Ignitus, Onuoha Ifeanyi Anthony. The rest are: Bassey Nnolue Jason, Chinedu Nnolue Kingsley, Okpe…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on all Stakeholders in various States of the Federation and International Development Partners for effective implementation of all Policies, Programmes and law relating to Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV). The call was made at the High-level Engagement with States on the event titled “Promoting rule of law, Access to Justice and enhancing Criminal Justice Pathway to address Violence against Women and Girls in Abuja. The 3 day programme was organised by Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) in Partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). In his Key…
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has lamented the gradual erosion of values among citizens, describing it as worrisome and harping on the need for value reorientation. He was speaking during a courtesy visit by members of the Sardauna Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation at his office in Abuja on Wednesday. The minister observed that “our sense of patriotism as a nation requires improvement as it is necessary for national growth and development.” He commended the foresight of the governors of the northern states for establishing the Foundation to immortalize the name and good qualities of the former Premier…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, lauded religious leaders for their prayers and contributions to the peace and development of the country, saying the prayers of the church has been a stabilising factor in Nigeria. Oborevwori gave the commendation when he received on courtesy visit, the State Executive of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) led by the State Chairman, Apostle Sylvanus Okorote at Government House, Asaba. He said that the prayers of the church had continued to contribute to the peace and growth of the nation despite the current challenges bedeviling the country. The Governor restated his commitment to…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi has reiterated that concrete road pavement is better, cheaper and will last longer than asphalt pavement in the construction of roads in some part of the country because of the terrain. He stated this at a meeting with Directors of the Ministry held for purposes of clarification by the Minister that the use of concrete is not a cast on iron but has been tested to be better than asphalt. The meeting took place at the Ministry’s conference room on Tuesday. The Minister noted that there are a lot of advantages using concrete in…
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has sent his condolences to the families of victims who got burnt, following a tanker explosion at Koko junction, along Warri – Benin expressway on Sunday. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor commiserated with the victims’ families on the sad incident. He disclosed that the State Emergency Management Agency, led by the Commissioner for Special Duties, Mr Ejiro Terry was already at the scene to provide help and support for the victims. Governor Oborevwori, who blamed the unfortunate incident on the poor state of federal…
Delta State has won the 2023 National Youth Games (NYG) tagged “Asaba 2023” with a total of 116 medals to underline it’s dominance of the games. Team Delta bagged 51 gold; 34 silver and 31 bronze medals to emerge 7th consecutive winners, Lagos State came second with a total of 61 medals comprising 21 gold; 19 silver and 21 bronze while Edo State came third with 21 gold; 15 silver; 17 bronze medals. Delta’s win at home soil makes it seven wins in the seven National Youth Games since 2013 when Abuja hosted the first and Ilorin the last five…
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has said that only God makes it possible for men to gain leadership positions. Oborevwori stated this on Friday evening at a thanksgiving held at the Government House Chapel, Asaba in appreciation to God for his multiple victories at the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal. The Governor who was joined by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, former Governor of the state, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Kingsley Esiso and top government functionaries, thanked God for his triple victory at the tribunal. The Governor said the victory was a…
Two brothers, Ochuko Godfrey and Ochuko Prosper, and 14 others have been convicted and sentenced to various jail terms by Justice Efe Ikponmwonba of Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City, Edo State. In a statement yesterday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission said the others are Prosper Enahoro, Ogheneoma Udolu, Raymond Edise, Akai Philip Onochie, Osayi Kennedy Obaseki, Joshua Ngerem, Oghogho Marvelous Ekpuke, Stanley David, Jackson Shebenor, Felix Orevaoghene Emmanuel , Gideon Onaiwu, Johnson Godspower Oghenevwegba, Godspower Emmanuel Jerimaiah, and Felix Wada The convicts were arraigned separately on one count charge of impersonation and possession of fraudulent documents…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori yesterday, congratulated Mrs Roli Uduaghan, wife of former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, on her 62nd birth anniversary. Describing Mrs Uduaghan as a brave, pleasant, kind-hearted woman and a powerful pillar of support to her husband, Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended her for her dedication to the work of God and humanity. The Governor praised her for her love of humanity and recalled the “I CARE” project, which she utilised as a platform to make a difference in the lives of many people during the administration of her husband,…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has charged electoral umpires to ensure free, fair, transparent, and credible elections that will generally reflect the will of the people. Governor Oborevwori who gave the charge while swearing-in Chairman and members of the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission DSIEC, on Monday in Asaba, said Nigerians from all walks of life were desirous of an electoral process where the will of the people would prevail. Those sworn-in include; Dr Jerry Agbaike as Chairman while Mr James Umukoro; Mr Friday Seimode; Mrs Light Diden; Mr Imasua Azogbulem; Mr Chris Onwuma and Chief Frank Oru are members.…
The Government of Ekiti State, under the leadership of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has reconstituted the Farmers/Herders Peace Committee in the state to address conflicts between farmers and herders. The committee comprises various stakeholders, including cattle breeders, herdsmen, farmers, security outfits, drivers’ unions, market women, traditional rulers, youths, and others, ensuring fairness and equity. The government said one of the primary objectives of the newly-reconstituted committee is to mitigate clashes between farmers and herders, which have been a recurring issue in the region. “Sustained peace between farmers and herders would create a conducive environment for sustainable agricultural activities in the state,…
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has called on stakeholders in the sporting industry to continue to collaborate with the federal government in its resolve to rid the National Youth Games (NYG) of the age cheat practice The Minister who made the call yesterday in Asaba, the Delta State capital informed that age cheat in the game meant for the discovery and development of budding talents for the country at the grassroots has become a cankerworm which if not completely eliminated was capable of crippling government’s efforts at developing grassroots sports “The issue of age cheat in…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday, said the state has overtime become the nation’s sports destination. Governor Oborevwori stated this in his remarks at the opening ceremony of the 7th Edition of the National Youth Games holding at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba. He congratulated the Federal Ministry of Sports Development for their consistency and dedication in organizing the National Youth Games. He remarked that the National Youth Games had come to stay describing it “as a powerful vehicle to discover new talents from the grassroots and ensure that there is a standard programme for athletes’ succession in the country.…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has urged the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs to collaborate with State Governments to ensure that the region benefits from quality projects in the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Oborevwori stated this on Saturday when he received on courtesy visit the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Hon. Abubakar Momoh and his delegation at Government House, Asaba. The Governor who congratulated the Minister on his appointment, said such collaboration was necessary in order to improve the living conditions of the people of the region. He said: “A few days ago I received the Minister of Works,…
Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Friday, adjourned till November 16, 2023 the trial of the late Tan Ah Chai Richard, a Malaysian, and his company, Coastal Asia Investments Limited, over a €250,000,000.00 fraud, due to the absence of the defence counsel. Richard and his company were first arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on May 22, 2019, on a five-count charge bordering on forgery, use of false document, conspiracy to forge and an attempt to obtain money by false pretence to the tune of €250,000,000.00 (Two Hundred and Fifty…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has advised youths to take advantage of social media to support the fight against corruption. The charge was made on Friday by ACE I Ahmed Usman, Deputy Commander, EFCC Kaduna Zonal Command at a panel discussion on, “Follow The Money”, a campus tour programme at the Kaduna State University organised by Connected Development and MacArthur Foundation as part of activities to mark the Students’ Week celebration. Ahmed, enlightened the participants on how they can collaborate with EFCC by reporting any act of corruption to the Commission through various social media platforms including using…
A prosecution witness in the trial of $9.6billion Process and Industrial Development Limited, P&ID, fraud, Umar Hussein Babangida, on Thursday, told Justice D.O Okorowo of a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja that, efforts made to bring the managing director of Trinity Biotech Nigeria Limited, Patrick Nash (a.k.a Gerald Nash) to trial, failed as he had fled the country before he could be arrested. “My team visited the office of Trinity Biotech Nigeria Limited, located on the 1st floor, Oyo State House, Ralph Shodende Street, Abuja where efforts were made to trace the Managing Director, whose name is Patrick Nash,…
