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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa on Friday, attended the funeral service of late business mogul, Chief Ignatius Erigbuem at Saint Michael’s Anglican Church, Owa-Alero, Ika North-East Local Government Area of the state. Also in attendance were Deputy Governor of the state, Sir Monday Onyeme, immediate past Deputy Governor of the state, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, member House of Representatives, Hon. Victor Nwokolo, Deputy Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo; Majority Leader of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Emeka Nwaobi, Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, Amb. Godson Echegile,…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the newly elected Executives of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Youth Wing led by Comrade Ughere Blessed. Oborevwori, whose congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, also congratulated Okoloko Paul, Deputy President; Egheneji Oghenegweke, General Secretary; Aboyi Lawson, Publicity Secretary; Agbubi Ejovwoke Emmanuel, Chief Whip; and 17 others who were elected unopposed. He expressed optimism that the Ughere-led UPU, Youth Wing, would contribute its quota to the growth and advancement of the Urhobo nation, given the experience and pedigree of…

The Lagos Mainland Education Authority hosted its 2023 Community Education Development Forum on Thursday, 26/10/23 for the promotion of Child’s Education and Rights of Children in the society. The forum Themed” Promoting Child Education and Right of Children in Our Society” attracted sector based degnitaries such as Barrister Sam Ogungbamila who addressed the forum.Barr. Ogungbamila said Parents should be cautious of what they do, because whatever negative vices the Children display today is because we missed from the beginning. Speaking on the theme of the event, he emphasized on the right of the child to be in school, He however…

President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan, congratulates President Bola Tinubu, on his victory at the Supreme Court, on Thursday.Lawan, in a statement signed by his Media Adviser, Ezrel Tabiowo, described Tinubu’s victory as a legal vindication that further strengthens the nation’s democratic process. The former Senate President urges Nigerians to rally behind the President for a stronger and more prosperous nation.He commends the Supreme Court Justices for staying committed to upholding the rule of law; as well as the All Progressives Congress (APC) for their unwavering support and steadfast determination throughout this entire legal process.The statement reads, “I…

The Lagos State House of Assembly has made a call for the review of administrative guidelines for Local Governments (LG) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDA) in order to ensure effective governance in relation to societal advancement. The call, supported by Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, emphasizes the Assembly’s responsibility to make and update laws as needed. Hon. Sanni Okanlawon, Chairman of the House Committee on Local Government and Community Relations, raised the matter during a plenary session on Thursday. Hon. Okanlawon highlighted the importance of reviewing the laws that govern local government and LCDAs to align them with current realities.…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has lost an officer during an attack on its facility in Yobe State by Boko Haram insurgents. The Service said the incident occurred duringa valiant stand against suspected Boko Haram insurgents, but added that the timely reinforcement from the Nigerian Army, thwarted an attack on the Customs Office in Geidam town, Yobe State. Abdullahi Maiwada, National Public Relations Officer of Customs, disclosed in a statement on behalf of the CG of Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on Sunday. Maiwada, a Chief Superintendent of Customs said the Service demonstrated unwavering courage and resilience against the enemies of…

The National Association of Freight Forwarders and Consolidators (NAFFAC) has cautioned the federal government against multiple checkpoints along the Lagos-Badagry corridor and other entry points across the six geopolitical zones to encourage Nigeria participation in the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) Agreement NAFFAC lamented that Nigeria businesses may suffer major setbacks if government fails to resolve the bottlenecks on the movement of goods from was all the entry points and international frontiers saying that Nigerian goods and services have potentials to compete favourably in the region. Speaking at a roundabout meeting put together by the Association of Maritime Journalists…

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved a list of nominees for the State Executive Council (SEC) and some agencies and parastatals. At a sitting presided over by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, the House approved Kemi Ogunyemi as a member of the executive council. The lawmakers also confirmed Peregrine Victoria Mopelola as chairman of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission while Mrs. Ajenifuja Kafayat Adetokunbo was confirmed as a member of the commission. Others confirmed include: Mr. Aigoro, Musiliu Alade – Member, Lagos State Audit Service Commission; Their confirmation, through a voice vote, followed the presentation of a report…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has called on religious leaders to continue to pray and intercede for political leaders across the country in these trying times. Governor Oborevwori made the call when the Chairman and Executive members of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Delta State Chapter, led by Bishop Kingsley Enakirerhi, paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba. He said he was always happy whenever fathers of faith visit him, adding that their prayers and support is what every political leader needs at this point in time.Oborevwori who said he was a servant leader chosen…

A Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) sealed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu with CIG Motors a Chinese automobile company has birthed a new Vehicle Assembly Plant in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, commissioned the fully equipped automobile assembly plant sited along WEMPCO Road in Ogba axis of Lagos, coming two years after both partners signed agreement for the construction of the factory. The facility will be jointly-run by the State Government and its partner for the production of different classes of brand new cars. Establishment of the Vehicle Assembly Plant in Lagos was part of the bilateral agreements reached by the Sanwo-Olu administration…