''As we say in Anioma, when a person is not present at the internment of a corpse and he/she dares to exhume it without asking relevant questions, there is a tendency for it to be done wrongly'' - Those who do not know, do not really know. GOV OKOWA'S SONG.  The Executive governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa spoke candidly on Chief James Ibori . Hear him: “There was   Grassroots Democratic Movement, GDM, though a small party then during the Abacha time; then UNCP where we had the moneybags and big politicians, but somehow, some of us,   the younger ones felt that we needed to create a new politics, that was in 1996 and we found ourselves joining the Grassroots Democratic Movement. Why, because the national chair then was also very young, so he was able to recruit some of us, who were young into the place and nobody actually believed in us. Therefore, it was in the Grassroots Democratic Movement, what we called the GDM that I actually met Chief James Ibori

When the military midwifed the current civilian dispensation in 1999, Prince Ned Nwoko, a Nigerian-born but United kingdom- based maritime and human rights lawyer was amongst the top rank of the Nigerians who won elections to sit at the National Assembly. Nwoko blazed the trail because amongst the ranking human rights campaigners who fought for the emergence of democracy, after over four decades of military interegnum, he was one of the few who decided to take the bull by the horn by venturing into the arena of partisan politics. But at the back of his mind was to render selfless service to his fatherland and his people and not for money making. He gave his all to win the coveted position to sit amongst the national legislators to build the democratic institutions that would become legendary in bringing about prosperity to the people. Ned Nwoko’s political trajectories can be likened to a beautifully packaged journey whose destination has a very liberating and an inspirational mindset.

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                               Hon. Fred Ofume                                Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Governor Ifeanyi Okowa  By Andy Adaigbe. The Ika South Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Fred Ofume has stated that  the PDP Deputy National Chairman in the defunct Sheriff's faction,  Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, was like a father to him who contributed immensely in making him the Council Chairman of Ika South. The Ika South Council boss stated this in his office at Agbor, while briefing newsmen on his achievements in the past three years that he has been in office. He said,  " Apart from God, the person who contributed immensely to my becoming the chairman of Ika South Local Government Council, is Hon. Dr. Cairo Ojougboh and we are still very cordial. God used him to bring me to political  limelight and of course Dr. Cairo expects me to keep the light shinning. How I keep the light shinning behoves on me as an adult. We are from the same village and as a matter of fact, he is my rel

The management of Delta Broadcasting Service Asaba has vowed to overcome the natural disaster that befell the station and restore normal broadcast of programmes on both the radio and TV services within the shortest possible time.    The General Manager of the station, Mrs Evelyn Binitie stated this while setting up a five man high powered committee saddled with the responsibility of returning the signals of the broadcast outfit back on air.     The committee which had the Deputy General Manager, News and Current Affairs Mr Frankwhyte Osabohien as Chairman, also had the Deputy General Manager, Outside Broadcast Mr Ruke Edjeren as member. Other members of the committee included the Assistant General Manager Engineering Services Mr. Monday Imariegbe, the Assistant General Manager ICT Mr. Gabriel Muemoifo,the Assistant General Manager Public Relations Comr. Innocent  Ofonyeadi and the Chief Technical Officer Mr Samuel Okonkwo as secretary.     Addressing the committee members, the General

 By Andy Adaigbe. It was a joyous atmosphere last week at Agbor, When the Senior Pastor of Word of Grace Minitries, Rev Goodwill Adogho, celebrated his golden jubilee and also thirty two years in the Ministry as a Pastor.     One of the most popular Popes of all times, Pope John XXIII once said: “Men are like wine, some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age”. Over the years, these golden words have proved to be true in the lives of many and one of such example is the respected cleric, Rev  Goodwill Adogho who is the senior Pastor of Word of Grace Ministries at Agbor in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. Described by many as a bridge builder and a very considerate person, Cheerful and full of life, Passionate in the Father's business,  a man of integrity and civility, the pastor who on July 5, clocked 50 and turned golden, has continued to endear himself to more people with his admirable character, selfless nature, magnanimity and purposefulness. No matter how

 Excerpts:  Sir, how do you feel as Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly? Indeed, I feel humbled, I feel honoured and trusted not only to be so recognised but also to be inducted into the esteemed   class of the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly. To me, it is a demonstration of a very strong sense of conefidence on my abilities by my colleagues. So, while I remain appreciative of that overwhelming vote of confidence, I am very mindful with a sense of commitment to the burden and sensitivities of the position as well as a determination to secure visible and enduring legislative gains to the people of Delta State. What are your experiences since you emerged as Speaker on May 11, 2017? In all modesty, I was elected as a legislator to represent my constituency but now and by the special grace of God, it has pleased my colleagues to elect me as the Speaker of the  House. As a member representing Okpe Constituency, my primary focus was my constituents. But today, I represe

 Excerpts:  Sir, how do you feel as Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly? Indeed, I feel humbled, I feel honoured and trusted not only to be so recognised but also to be inducted into the esteemed   class of the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly. To me, it is a demonstration of a very strong sense of conefidence on my abilities by my colleagues. So, while I remain appreciative of that overwhelming vote of confidence, I am very mindful with a sense of commitment to the burden and sensitivities of the position as well as a determination to secure visible and enduring legislative gains to the people of Delta State. What are your experiences since you emerged as Speaker on May 11, 2017? In all modesty, I was elected as a legislator to represent my constituency but now and by the special grace of God, it has pleased my colleagues to elect me as the Speaker of the  House. As a member representing Okpe Constituency, my primary focus was my constituents. But today

Your Excellency, As you mark your 58th birthday today, I bring you best wishes and good tidings from myself and a multitude of other Deltans and Nigerian people who are appreciative of all that you do to advance the cause of Delta State and restore the lost glory and dignity of our land, Nigeria. In this our time and era, there is no voice so firm and clarion to make a case of the common man at the grassroots as yours. There is no vision so clear and focused to develop, advance and sustain the daily endeavours of every Delta resident as your PROSPERITY agenda. As our leader and torchbearer, you have never reneged in your willingness and ability to reciprocate the loyalty and allegiance that you enjoy from your followers. At the slightest opportunity availed to do so, you always protect and stand by your supporters through thick and thin. Little wonder you enjoy unalloyed and immaculate loyalty to the extent that most of your supporters are prepared to take the battlefield salvoes on yo

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR OF DELTA STATE, SEN. DR. IFEANYI OKOWA. Your excellency, as you mark your 58th birthday, I wish to use this opportunity to ACKNOWLEDGE AND HONOUR you, for you are a GREAT LEADER, as well as a peace loving Governor whose devotion to the PROSPERITY for all Deltans, is legendary. I speak for myself and a multitude of other Deltans who are appreciative of all that you do for the cause of democracy and exceptionalism in this country. Your lifestyle is so firmly committed to the prosperity of all Deltans mantra and it has not come without a price. You have laid much on the line to fight for our future, and we thank you.  I value your courage in the ongoing efforts to making sure that Delta State becomes one of the developed states in Nigeria and continue to have global recognition.  Your Excellency,  If you ever decide to contest for any elective position after your 8 years tenure as governor, you sure have the votes of my

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR OF DELTA STATE, SEN. DR. IFEANYI OKOWA. Your excellency, as you mark your 58th birthday, I wish to use this opportunity to ACKNOWLEDGE AND HONOUR you, for you are a GREAT LEADER, as well as a peace loving Governor whose devotion to the PROSPERITY for all Deltans, is legendary. I speak for myself and a multitude of other Deltans who are appreciative of all that you do for the cause of democracy and exceptionalism in this country. Your lifestyle is so firmly committed to the prosperity of all Deltans mantra and it has not come without a price. You have laid much on the line to fight for our future, and we thank you.  I value your courage in the ongoing efforts to making sure that Delta State becomes one of the developed states in Nigeria and continue to have global recognition.  Your Excellency,  If you ever decide to contest for any elective position after your 8 years tenure as governor, you sure have the votes of my family, friends