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PDP Ogulagha/Iduwini Ward-11 Caucus Congratulate Ikisa On His Emergence As Chairman, Burutu Local Government Area, Greets Burutu Leaders, Gov. Oborevwori.
By Anthony Beauty.
PDP Ogulagha/Iduwini Ward-11 Caucus Congratulate Ikisa On His Emergence As Chairman, Burutu Local Government Area, Greets Burutu Leaders, Gov. Oborevwori.
The PDP Ogulagha/Iduwini Ward-11 Caucus has extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Chairman, Burutu Local Government Council, Double Chief (Hon.) Combolous Ikisa, on his emergence and succession of his former boss, Hon. Godknows Angele, as Chairman, Burutu Local Government Council.
This was communicated to IduwiniVoice News Desk in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Double Chief Evans Etimigba (JP), and the Secretary, Mr. Humphrey Oluku.
“Ogulagha/Iduwini Ward-11 which is the largest in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State have experienced what the duo described as an uncommon favour of God Almighty in recent years, as the Ward is producing her first ever LGA Chairman since the creation of Burutu Local Government Area.” the statement reads in part.
The party Ward Caucus expressed gratitude to God Almighty and the leaders of Burutu PDP, the Burutu Traditional institution, and of course Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori, for supporting the emergence of a Ward-11 man unanimously.
The caucus expressed optimism that having served well as a vice to a performing Chairman like Hon. Godknows Angele, Ikisa will sustain the legacies of his former boss.
Etimigba and Oluku also thanked the Burutu political leadership, traditional institution and Gov. Oborevwori for deeming it fit for Chief Combolous Ikisa to succeed his former boss.
“We the Ogulagha, Iduwini, Kou people and of course the ward-11 people believe this is the first time a sitting LGA Chairman of Burutu Local Government Area is being appointed Commissioner and his vice succeeding him in the history of Burutu LGA.
“We cannot but thank the Burutu Political Leadership and of course our traditional institution for their vital roles and prayers in this matter. We also thank His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for deeming Angele fit for this elevation that has benefited us in Ward-11. May God bless you all abundantly.”
The caucus leadership also wished the executive chairman success in his new office.
IduwiniVoice recall that, Double Chief (Hon.) Combolous Ikisa emerged Chairman of Burutu Local Government Area after Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori appointed his boss, Hon. Godknows Angele as Commissioner for Housing, while serving his second tenure as Burutu LGA Chairman.
Ikisa has since assumed duties as Chairman, having received official handover from his predecessor on Monday the 28 of August, 2023
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High Chief Etimigba (JP) Congratulates Pondi on His Appointment as House Committee Chairman on South-South Development Commission
By Divine Perezide
BURUTU, DELTA STATE – High Cheif Evans Etimgba (JP), the Osuopelekarewei of Iduwini Kingdom, and Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabozor Pondi, Member representing Burutu Federal Constitutuency, on his recent appointment as Chairman of the House Committee on South-South Development Commission.
In a statement made available to the IduwiniVoice news desk, High Chief Etimgba who served as the Caucus Chairman of PDP Ogulagha/Iduwini Ward-11 described the dual chairmanship held by Hon. Pondi – of both the House Committee on Environment and the newly formed South-South Development exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and selfless commitment to the people.
“Your appointment into this esteemed position is nothing but a testament of your exceptional leadership, dedication, and selfless service to our people,” the statement read. “I am confident that your wisdom and position will attract significant progress not only to Burutu Federal Constitutuency but across the South-South geopolitical zone and beyond.”
Cheif Etimgba further expressed optimism that this milestone will usher in greater opportunities and a lasting impact on the region. He concluded with warm wishes for fulfilment and continued success in Pondi’s growing political career.
The appointment has continued to draw commendations from political stakeholders and constituents across the Niger Delta Region.
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Odimodi Tantita Unit Congratulates GOC Tompolo on the successful 2025 Amaseikumor Festival.
By Favour Bibaikefie
Odimodi – The Tantita Security Services Ltd., Odimodi Unit has expressed their profound felicitations with their leader and Chairman, Hgh Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo over the success recorded during the just concluded week-long Amaseikumor Festival.
Speaking to IduwiniVoice News desk, Gen. Dennis Kpaidia, the commanding officer of the Odimodi Unit, shared glowing tributes to Tompolo given his firm grip of the Ijaw Cultural Heritage. Kpaidia poured out eulogy as he described Tompolo as both divinity and humanity. He pointed that the job to transport, host, and cater for the huge number of guests that stormed Oporoza for the seven day long Festival was an difficult task but with God Almighty and the gods of ijaw nation on his side, Tompolo seamlessly did it.
Hear him:
“On behalf of the Tantita Security Services Ltd., Odimodi Unit, I, Gen. Dennis Kpaidia, extend heartfelt congratulations to you, High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, our esteemed boss, GOC, and Chairman, of Tantita Security Services Ltd., on the gradbreaking successful hosting of the world at Oporoza town, Gbaramatu Kingdom during the Amaseikumor Festival, 2025.
“Your giant strides have once again made Gbaramatu Kingdom and Ijaw Nation proud as that destination for international cultural tourism. Your dedication to the progress of Ijaw Nation and humanity has continually inspired many.
“We celebrate this remarkable achievement with you and wish you continued success as you preserve our cultural heritage with wisdom and honour.”
“Once again, congratulations, our GOC!”
Signed,
Gen. Dennis Kpaidia
Commander, Tantita Security Ltd.,
Odimodi Unit.
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CHIEF MULADE PROMISES TO COMTINUE SERVING HUMANITY AS HE SECURES ANOTHER CHIEFTAINCY TITLE IN KUMBOWEI KINGDOM, BAYELSA STATE
By Dr. Godwin Orhadahwe
A renowned human and environmental rights activist, Comrade (Chief) Sheriff Mulade, the Ibe-Serimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom of Delta State, has been honoured with the Chieftaincy title of Ebe Ebimo-wei of Kumbowei Kingdom, Bayelsa State.
The traditional title was conferred on him on Thursday, April 17, 2025 by the Pere of Kumbowei Kingdom, HRM (King) Boloyi Sufadoh, Embareba V, in recognition of his contributions to the socioeconomic development of that kingdom and entire humanity.
The event which took place at the Palace of the Pere of Kumbowei Kingdom in Sagbama Town, Sagbama LGA of Bayelsa State, was witnessed by friends and relatives of Chief Mulade who traveled from far and near to grace the occasion in their large numbers.
The ceremony which held amid pump and pageantry, also had sons, daughters and friends of Kumbowei Kingdom, the cream de la cream of the society, amongst other special guests, in attendance.
Before the historic installation ceremony, Comrade Mulade, the National Coordinator of Center for Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, went through a successful screening exercise by the special planning committee chaired by HRH Bruce Ogbo, and Secretary, High Chief Ombu Okubokakpo.
The ceremony which was a celebration of the tradition of Ijaw people, featured the display of cultural dances by women groups clad in their beautiful attires full of joy and happiness.
With this traditional Chieftaincy title, Chief Comrade Mulade is now a member of the Kumbowei Traditional Council of Chiefs. In an interview with newsmen, Comrade Mulade said he had been gingered to do more to help grow and develop Kumbowei Kingdom.
Apart from being the leader of a civil society organization, CEPEJ, Chief Sheriff Mulade is an investor and an employer of labour in Delta State and beyond, putting food on the tables of many Nigerians most of whom are youths.
Comrade Mulade is an advocate of good governance, a human and environmental rights activist, a lover of educational and sports development, as well as a human capacity developer in many thematic areas, using CEPEJ, K & Q and DPG Group of Companies as launch pads.
The Sheriff Mulade Unity Football Cup Competition which has metamorphosed into Delta Unity Cup Competition, has revolutionized the game of football and brought unity among the diverse ethnic groups in the riverine and other parts of Delta State.
He had received many important awards at both national and international levels in recognition of his contributions to the development of the Niger Delta Region in particular, and other parts of the country in general.
Chief Mulade is well known for his advice to the youths against violence, crime and other negative acts capable of rendering them useless. He is a devout Christian of the Living Faith Church, aka Winners Chapel, and is happily married with children.