In a surprising new policy, the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service has announced that owners of deceased individuals will now be subject to a tax if the body is not buried within 24 hours. The regulation stipulates a daily fee of 40 Naira for every day the body remains unburied. This unprecedented move, described as the “Bill for the Living and Bill for the Dead,” has sparked widespread criticism and concern among residents. Many are questioning the ethical implications of taxing the deceased and the families grieving their loss. Critics…
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Another Deltan Sets To Bath In An Abandoned Road In Ughelli
Few days after a Sapele resident had his bath in a stagnant mud water in Shell road in Sapele local government area, another Deltan based in Ughelli North is ready to do same. The yet to be identified Deltan had in a trending video disclosed that he wants to have his bath in a stagnant mud water at the abandoned Imowhe road, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Speaking, the content creator who has a medicated soap in his hand said, me I…
Read MoreNobles 90 Donates Over A Million Naira In Educational Materials to Abbi Schools, Urges Students To Value Education
The 1990 alumni of Abbi Grammar School, known as the Unique Nobles 90 Association, on Thursday donated educational materials worth over one million naira to their alma mater and its sister institution, Abbi Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Ndokwa West, Delta State. The donation, which included textbooks, notebooks, chalk, and learning supplies, is part of the group’s commitment to supporting educational development in their community. At a formal presentation ceremony, Nobles 90 Chairman, Comrade Shedrack Onitsha, addressed the students, emphasizing that education remains crucial for success and is far…
Read MoreAlleged Terrorism: Muoboghare Reacts Reveals His Encounter With Police, After Invitation
Delta State ex-commissioner, Prof Patrick Muoboghare has revealed his encounter with the Nigeria Police Force, Delta State Command, in response to his invitation in a petition against him of alleged terrorism, gun running and drug peddling. Prof. Muoboghare and some community leaders of Uwheru Kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area, were under police investigation for alleged offence bordering on terrorism, and gun running in the petition. Though it could not ascertained if the police were acting on a petition against them but the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge…
Read MoreKidnappers, Armed Robbers Others, Pararded In Ughelli North
TEN person suspected to be armed robbers, kidnappers cultists and other criminals, have being paraded by the Delta State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Speaking while parading the suspects at Ughelli A division, the Delta State Police Police Public Relations Officer, SP Edafe Bright, disclosed that one the suspects had being on the wanted list of State Command for over three years. He said, “You will recall that when the CP was deployed to Delta State in February,…
Read MoreMotorists Lament Poor State Of Internal Roads In Ughelli North
MOTORISTS and residents of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, have called on the council chairman, Olorogun Jaro Egbo to save them from the deplorable condition of internal roads in the area. This call was made by a motorist, Mr Jakpor Priest whose vehicle was damaged due to the bad state of one of the roads by High court, Ughelli. Majorly all internal roads in Ughelli North, are not motorable either with motor, Motorcycle or Keke and no palliative measures has been taken by the local government. Some…
Read MoreBBNaija Season 9: Senator Dafinone Hails Kellyrae On Well-Deserved Victory
The Senator, Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone has congratulated Kingsley Sule, popularly know as Kellyrae, winner of the star prize of the Big Brother Nigeria Season 9 show which ended on Sunday. Recall that Kellyrae was crowned the winner of the ninth season of Big Brother Naija, after ten weeks of intense drama, strategies, and games. He won against Wanni Danbaki, who came close second with a 3.47% vote difference and Onyeka emerged as the second runner-up at the BBNaija season 9…
Read MorePOLICE, GOV OBOREVWORI & THAT INCITING ARREST IN SAPELE
By Zik Gbemre, Who is responsible for the arrest of the man who bathed in centre of a street road in Sapele in protest against non caring administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the Chairman of Sapele Local Government? Are they police men who were on plain clothes or thugs of politicians that arrested the man for lawfully expressing his frustration for living in a street that has a pool of stagnant water? The man didn’t fabricate lies against the Delta government led by Oborevwori. What oppression? If it is…
Read MoreCelebrating The Nigeria’s Teachers
By Andrew Darah JP Nigeria’s teachers are the nation’s backbone, shaping future leaders and citizens. Despite their vital role, they face numerous challenges, from poor working conditions to inadequate compensation. Challenges Facing Nigerian Teachers 1.Poor infrastructure: Dilapidated classrooms, outdated materials. 2.Low salaries: Some earn as low as ₦35,000/month. 3.Insecurity: Threats from Kidnappers, Boko Haram, bandits. 4.Lack of training: Insufficient professional development. 5.Societal disrespect: Teachers often undervalued. *Resilience and Dedication* 1.Passion for teaching: Teachers prioritize student success. 2.Resourcefulness: Finding creative solutions. 3.Community support: Relying on donations, volunteerism. 4.Adaptability: Adjusting to changing…
Read MoreOkifo Foundation Presents Education Materials To Public School In Ughelli North, Solar Lights To Area Command
Prince Oghenerukevwe Okifo Foundation, POOF, has presented education materials public primary and secondary schools in Ughelli North local Government Area of Delta State. Items presented to cushion the effects of education includes, branded notebooks, Biros, Pencils and Erasers respectively. This is just at the foundation presented solar lights to Ughelli Area Command and Ughelli A’ division to light the police environment, and installed street lights at Low Cost Estate, Ughelli The POOF foundation promised to continue in the philanthropic gesture in ensuring that education of youths is a priority.…
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