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The National Electoral Committee (ELECO) Of The Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide To Commence Sales Of Form Soon.
Yenagoa: As preparations begin to accelerate ahead of the forthcoming General Elections of new National Officers to pilot the affairs of the apex youth body in Ijawland, the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Worldwide, the National Electoral Committee otherwise known as the ELECO has announced timelines of the electoral process, beginning with the sales of form, IduwiniVoice gathered.
This was made know in a communique issued by the commission and duly signed by a resource person, Rt Hon. Gabriel Patterson Unyeowaji.
The statement reads in full;
“THE NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMITTEE (ELECO) OF THE IJAW YOUTH COUNCIL WORLDWIDE TO COMMENCE SALES OF FORMS SOONEST.
“After a very crucial meeting of the National Electoral Committee of the Ijaw Youth Council chaired by it’s Chairman in person of Comrade Sampson Urang and attended by all members, it was resolved that the sales of form for the various positions in the *National Executive Council (NEC)* will commence on Monday the 8th of May 2023.
“Remember its been three (3) weeks after the formation of the National Electoral Committee (Eleco) and it is expected that the Committee should hit the ground running as this time no delay is necessary.
“All sociocultural organizations that serves as mouth piece to the Ijaw Nation should be on ground on always prepared for effective and full representation of Ijaw interests both regionally and nationally as such the Eleco needs the support of all well meaning Ijaw Sons and Daughters both home and in diaspora to assist and support the Committee to fullfill it’s mandate holistically and promptly.
“Consequently, it is worthy of note that all Comrades ranging from members of all executive organs across all tiers of Council and all Parliamentarians including all members of the Council of Elders and Members of all Ogbos (Council of Organizational Leaders) in and under the IYC should avoid acts capable of the breach of peace and negative impact on the electoral process.
“Finally, all interest active and card carrying members of Council should come and pick both their expression of interest form and the form of the office they’re vying for. Venue for the sales of forms, how the offices are shared between zones and chapters and the guidelines will be formally published in a press statement by the Electoral Committee.”
The coming days holds a lot for Ijaw Nation, especially the Youths, as the how’s and who’s of this process remains a panacea to the near future of the body.
HIGH CHIEF SUNNY GBEGHA JP CELEBRATES DAUGHTER’S ACADEMIC MILESTONES
By: Daire Perez
Okija, Anambra State – Father and community leader, High Chief Sunny Gbegha JP, the Egbakarewei of Iduwini Kingdom, Delta State, has expressed immense joy and gratitude to God as his daughter, Miss Gbegha Tamarauikiye Favour, successfully completed notable academic milestones at Madonna University, Okija.
Miss Favour graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance, earning an impressive Second-Class Upper (2.1) classification. Going a step further in her academic pursuit, she has also obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance from the same institution.
This has received warm reactions from family and friends with many congratulating the young lad. I a message filled with joy, High Chief Gbegha described his daughter’s achievements as a testament to hard work, discipline, and divine grace. He noted that her academic excellence brings honour not only to their family but also to the wider community.
Community members, friends, and well-wishers have continued to congratulate Miss Favour for her outstanding accomplishments, celebrating her as an inspiration to young scholars across the region.
IduwiniVoice joins in this congratulations to our shining young lady.
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By: Divine Perezide
Former leader of Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. Joseph Alubeze, has expressed heartfelt birthday felicitations to the his former boss and leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabozor Pondi, Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and the Chairman, House Committee on the South-South Development Commission.
In his congratulatory message, Alubeze described Pondi as an astute leader whose antecedent smarcks of nothing but people-oriented service and dedication that continue to inspire many within and beyond the Constituency.
“Happy Blessed Birthday to you, my Dear Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi – Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and Chairman, South-South Development Commission,” he started.
He prayed for renewed wisdom, strength, and greater achievement for the federal lawmaker as he marks a new year. “May this new year of yours be filled with wisdom, strength, and greater accomplishments as you continue to serve with dedication and grace,” he added.
Hon. Alubeze, a former leader of Burutu House wished his principal Pondi, whose was his predecessor, many more fruitful years in good health, acknowledging his commitment to the advancement of the South-South region and the nation at large, closing his message with a heartfelt best wishes to the celebrant on his special day.
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Good News: Presidential Amnesty Office Commences Second Phase of Laptop Distribution to Scholarship Delegates
By: Divine Perezide
Abuja – The Otuaro-led Presidential Amnesty Office, popularly known as PAP, has commenced the second phase of laptop distribution to its scholarship beneficiaries across Nigerian Universities for the 2024/2025 academic year.
According to a statement signed by Mr. Igoniko Oduma, Special Assistant on Media to the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, the initiative is part of efforts to enhance learning and research amongst students under the programme.
The exercise, which began following the directive of the Administrator, Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, makes a continuation of the first phase carried out between April and May 2025, during which over 663 final-year scholarship beneficiaries received laptops.
Dr Otuaro explained that the decision to promoting academic excellence and research productivity. He noted that the gesture also fulfills a promise he made to students during his tour of partner Universities in 2024.
“The laptops are intended to aid the beneficiaries in their studies and research activities” Otuaro state, urging the students to use the devices responsibility and to justify the Federal Governmtent’s modest investment in their education.
He also advised the beneficiaries to remain focus on their academic pursuit and avoid behaviours that could undermine their future prospects.
Reaffirming his administration’s objectives, Dr. Otuaro said the PAP will continue to achieve academic succes, contributing to the socio-economic advancement of the Niger Delta region.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his consistent support for the programme, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to bridging the human capital development gaping the region.
Dr. Otuaro further urged the youths and people of the region to reciprocate the President’s gesture by supporting his administration’s policies and programmes.
He reaffirmed the PAP’s dedication to consolidating on its achievements in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
(c) IduwiniVoice