Delta State Government has commenced fixing the collapsed approach road to Umutu Bridge in Ukwuani Local Government Area to ease the agony of motorist plying the road. The State Commissioner for Works (Urban & Highways), Mr Noel Omodon, who was on an inspection of the works done so far, stated that though the road was…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says Nigerians were desirous of its return to power at the centre to fix the myriad of economic, security and governance challenges bedeviling the nation. Mr Charles Aniagwu, Commissioner for Information in Delta, and member of the PDP National Convention Publicity sub-committee, spoke on ‘Democracy’ on Africa Independent Television, AIT,…
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Saturday, advised members of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta Central Senatorial District to remain united in their quest for the governorship seat in 2023. Okowa gave the advice while addressing PDP faithful at a “Mega Rally” organised by leadership of the party in Delta Central to welcome returnees…
By Tina Osoro A report by UNESCO reveals that one in 10 girls in Sub-Saharan Africa misses’ school during her menstrual cycle. This is estimated to be about 20 per cent of a given school year. According to Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Pauline Tallen, available statistics indicate that about 37 million Nigerian adolescent girls and women…
Former Corps Members that served the State Ministry of Information have been charged to be good ambassadors of the Ministry and Delta State wherever they may find themselves. The Delta State Information Commissioner, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, gave this charge in his Office while addressing the ex corps members who paid him a thank you visit.…
Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Thursday, commended Southern Governors’ Wives Forum for its fight against gender-based violence in Nigeria. Okowa gave the commendation when he received members of the Forum, led by their President and wife of Governor of Osun State, Mrs Kafayat Oyetola, who visited him at Government House, Asaba. Others on…
Delta Governor, Senator (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Thursday, presented Appropriation Bill of N469.5 billion for 2022 to the state’s House of Assembly. Christened “Budget of Inclusive Growth and Accelerated Development”, the governor told the lawmakers that the Bill was made up of N284.14 billion for Capital Expenditure and N185.36 billion for Recurrent Expenditure. He said that capital expenditure…
Delta State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to continue to provide the enabling environment for positive developments that will give agriculture its pride of place, making Delta State the food basket of the nation. Governor Okowa gave the affirmation today during the 2021 World Food Day Celebration with the theme, “Our…
Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Wednesday has congratulated Team Delta its great feat of winning the just-concluded 6th National Youth Games (NYG) for the sixth time. Okowa commended the team for its commitment and determination, which culminated in its unprecedented dominance of the games, emerging champions consecutively at all the six editions since…
Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Wednesday, inaugurated a Committee for the Protection of Human Rights in the state, with a call on citizens to be law-abiding in all endeavours. Okowa made the call in Asaba while inaugurating the Committee, which is headed by him. Members of the Committee Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice,…