Igbodo community in Ika North East local government area of Delta State, South South Nigeria, was at the weekend agog with celebration as one of its illustrious sons, Chief (Dr) Obiajulu Sunday “Sunny“ Uzuh was installed a Patron of the People’s Club of Nigeria International, PCNI. The event which took place at the palatial Country Home of Chief Uzuh at Ndobu quarters, Igbodo, was attended by dignitaries from across the continent, including serving and former political office holders, captains of industries, business moguls, traditional rulers and opinion leaders as well as representatives of some international organizations and clubs. …
Author: SouthernVoiceNews
SouthernVoiceNews
Godwin-Maria Utuedoye is a trained professional journalist. A graduate of Mass Communication from the Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. He is a registered practising Journalist with the Nigeria Union of Journalists with over 20 years experience of reporting. He is interested in Investigative and development Journalism. He lives in Nigeria and focuses more in the Niger-Delta region where oil and gas exploration by government and multinational iol companies has plunged into poverty and environmental degradation for years. He is also a PR Consultant, content creator, broadcast, print Journalist and Publisher. His vast experiences in journalism span over decades of reporting the activities of the untouched areas. He is married with children.
In its bid to halt further exposure of the country’s legal system to ridicule, the Body of Benchers has appointed a former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, to head a high-powered committee to look into the spate of conflicting court judgments in the country, and other related problems that affect the courts. This was disclosed by the representative of the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (BOSAN), Emeka Ngige (SAN), at the Special Court session held recently in honour of the late Justice Edith Nneka Neolita Agbakoba. Ngige, who is the current Chairman of…
The Chairman, Nigerian Majority Leaders’ Forum/Majority Leader of Delta State House of Assembly and member representing Aniocha North Constituency, Hon. Engr. Emeka Emmanuel Nwaobi has been honoured with the DIPA’s Patron’s Award, in recognition and deep appreciation for his past and present laudable roles in support of humanitarian activities, especially with regards to vulnerable children in the society. The DIPA Patron’s Award was presented to him in his office by the Founder/Executive Director of Dyslexia Initiative Project Africa (DIPA), Enddy Sunny-Udjor. Hon. Nwaobi said he was glad to have been nominated from among government functionaries to be so appreciated with…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Critics with genuine intention over Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration will affirm that since May 29, 2023, when the former Delta State Assembly Speaker assumed office as Governor, Deltans have hardly felt the impact of his MORE agenda. Meanwhile, the MORE agenda had promised meaningful development with projects that have significance and purpose for Deltans as well as open, transparent and responsive government, prosperity that will give all a sense of belonging. The agenda also promised realistic and impactful reforms and creating right atmosphere for social and economic life. No doubt, sycophants and political jobbers are flooding…
A Delta state High Court 1 sitting in Ughelli, presided by Hon. Justice A. A Onojovwo, on Thursday December 14, 2023, granted an interim injunction, restraining Monday Otobrise, Idiovwan College, Efekoha Simeon, Pa. Uweghrepha Akpoyerabor, Aginja Edafeudubre, Lawrence Okpako, Oruma John and Kpuwhara Friday and others of Oviri-Ogor community of Ughelli North from conducting any elections bye-election into the executive offices of Oviri-Ogor community on any date pending the hearing and determination of the motion notice. Messes Godstime Assin, Akporuku Gabriel, Odudu Samuel, Dele Igoru, Evelyn Ikutegbe (Mrs) and John Akpoyerabor for themselves and on behalf of Elders, Leaders and…
Jesu-Marie Empowerment Foundation, a non governmental organization, NGO has offered free medical treatment and services to the people of Uwheru Community in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The foundation distributed free drugs and treatment for those with sight ailments, high blood pressure treatment and drugs distribution and general body check-ups. Speaking at the event at Uwheru community Health Center, founder of Jesu -Marie Empowerment Foundation, Prof Rukevwe Akpedeye Ugumba said, “We have being doing this for a long time and the community, (Uwheru) know me because I have being coming since when I was a you child. …
…The Man Who The Cap Fits Ahead of the 2024 Delta state local government elections, a leading and a top aspirant, Engr. Matthew Onokpasa has expressed his confidence to lead and attract an appreciable turnaround in growth and development of Ughelli North LGA, if given the opportunity. Engr. Matthew Onokpasa (JP) is a professional in diverse field with decades of experience. A season administrator with deep experience in Engineering Construction, Financial Engineering, Financial Risk Management, Engineering Operations, Project Management and Business Development spanning over two decades. Onokpasa who is optimistic of his ability said, his confidence is rooted in his…
Leaders and stakeholders of Isoko ethnic nationality in Delta state, will on Friday gather at Isoko Development Union IDU, Secretariat, Oleh, Headquarters of Isoko South local government area for the Isoko Environmental summit. The summit set to be organized by Isoko Environmental Monitoring Committee (IEMC),Isoko Peoples Environmental Assembly (IPEA) will launch of the State of Isoko Environment report at the event. A statement signed by Mr Maimoni Ubrei-Joe, and Mrs. Praise Okiroro-Otuaga, Chairman and Secretary of the Isoko Environmental Monitoring Committee (IEMC), disclosed that the event is aimed to show insight on the environmental challenges facing the Isoko…
As partof her philanthropic gestures and in the spirit of the yuletide season, Engr Christabel Obiuwevbi Foundation has distributed over 100 bags of rice, cash gift, wrappers to her supporters, community and political family across Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Engr Christabel Obiuwevbi who is presently indisposed, was represented by her aides led by Hon. Lucky Oborayiruvbe. While presenting the gift items to beneficiaries at Oghara-Agbarha, the iconic young Engineer cum politician held that she is giving the little she had to her people at this time to cushion the hard effect of the current economic situation…
By Davies Iheamnachor The Rivers State Government has explained that it decision to demolish and rebuild the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex was following advices from experts. The government noted that the experts noted that the integrity of the structure has been lost due to the structural defects that arose mainly as a result of the recent explosion and fire incident at the hallowed chambers of the assembly, and that the building has been rendered unfit for human use. A statement issued by the Rivers State Commissioner for Information Mr Joseph Johnson said after the visit of the…