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Delta Governor, Oborevwori Warns Against Multiple Taxation In Local Government

June 14, 2023 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has urged Local Government Council Chairmen to check the activities of revenue collectors to reduce the burden of fuel subsidy removal on the people. Oborevwori made the call when the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria ALGON, Delta State Chapter led by Hon. Victor Ebonka, paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba on Wednesday. He said that people were facing serious hardship following removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government and cautioned Council chairmen against multiple taxation and avoid taxing…

Pondi Condemns Election Violence In Ojobo Community

June 14, 2023 Admin

By Jesuovie Takevwe THE Lawmaker representing Burutu Federal Constituency, at the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi has condemned the recent killing of two persons in the Ojobo community, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State. It was gathered that two persons, one Adidas and other person whose identity could not be ascertained were killed during an election to different positions in the community. Pondi in a statement while grieving over the sad incident which occurred on May 25, 2023, in the community. According to him, “The killing of…

Crisis Looms Between Local Welders, Oil Coys Over Non Engagement In Eriemu Field October 28, 2024
Tension is currently high between local welders and the oil companies operating at the Eriemu oil field over their refusal to engage them and filters in the ongoing drilling project at Well 9, in Agbarha community, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. It was learned that the if not properly managed, the two […]
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BEFORE YOU CHEER TINUBU ON REDUCING GOVERNANCE COST October 28, 2024
By Zik Gbemre Is President Bola Tinubu honestly reducing cost of governance? What is he going to do with 20 persons on foreign trips? What are the roles of the Nigerian Ambassadors and Diplomats? Are his frequent foreign trips necessary? No. The Ambassadors could represent the President in these foreign trips to deliver speech if […]
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One Severely injured In A Cult Clash In Delta Community October 27, 2024
A yet to be identified male victim is currently receiving treatment in a battle to save his life after sustaining a severe injury during a clash between two rival cult groups, in Ughelli, Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State. It was learned that the victim was injured at Oteri community in clash alleging a […]
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Opinion: Senate’s Decision to Compel States To Fund Regional Commissions Violates State Autonomy October 25, 2024
By Oghenekaro Awodeha On Thursday 24th, 2024, The Senate approved a 15 percent deduction from member states’ statutory allocations to fund newly established regional development commissions. The Senate’s decision to fund these newly created regional development commissions by mandating a 15 percent deduction from state allocations represents a serious violation of state autonomy. […]
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For The Good Of Our Future By Sunny Awhefeada October 24, 2024
By Sunny Awhefeada, I have in the last sixteen years been a willing pupil, or better put student, to my children, their friends, playmates and schoolmates. The experience has been a big learning curve that has been more rewarding than all the formal education I have acquired. Bringing up children is beyond being an […]
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Just In: President Tinubu Scraps Niger Delta, Sports Ministries October 23, 2024
President Tinubu and Federal Executive Council scrap Niger Delta Ministry and the Ministry of sports development. In a statement by Bayo Onanuga in his X handle, There will now be a ministry of regional development to oversee all the regional development commissions, such as Niger Delta Development Commission, North West Development Commission, South West Development […]
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One Injured As Two Brothers Of Rival Cult Groups Clash In Ughelli North October 23, 2024
One person suspected to be a member of a cult group has been arrested by police officers attached to Agbarha B’ division in alleged cult related activities between two brothers from different confraternity in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The arrested suspect currently being held at […]
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Hotel Manager Injured In Police Accidental Discharge In Delta Community October 23, 2024
A manager of one of the hotels in Agbarho community was seriously injured in an accidental discharge from unidentified police officer in a raid embarked upon by Delta State Police crack team in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The manager, Mr Gabriel Ovu was set to have been shot on his abdomen […]
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Uduaghan At 70: Ibori Pen Memories, Remember Their Younger Days In Mosoga, Ogharefe October 22, 2024
Brother Emma, Seventy years! As I pen these words, I am filled with nostalgia for our early days growing up in the backwaters of Mosogar and Ogharefe, and joy for the remarkable man you have become—a statesman. Your journey as a brilliant professional and accomplished medical doctor, coupled with your achievements as a public servant […]
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Sports: NACAT Thrashes Flawless Aesthetics 10-5 In Spectacular Showdown October 21, 2024
By Merit Ugolo In a dazzling display of skill and determination, the Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) overpowered Flawless Aesthetics Centre, winning 10-5 in an exhilarating match at the Monoliza Stadium, Abuja, on Saturday night. The encounter kicked off with Flawless taking the early lead as captain Ernest Akibe found the net […]
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