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Bayelsa Guber: PDP Rounds off Constituency Campaigns In Brass LGA
Bayelsa Guber: PDP Rounds off Constituency Campaigns In Brass LGA
… as Gov. Diri receives royal blessings from Council of Chiefs
… reiterates completion of Nembe-Brass road in second term
… Inaugurates projects in Okpoama, Twon-Brass, Egwe-ama, Opu Beletie-ama
… charges Chiefs to be apolitical on Nov.11 poll
The Gubernatorial campaign of the Bayelsa PDP today rounded off its Constituency campaigns for the re-election of Governor Douye Diri and his Deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewrhujakpo in Constituencies 1 and 2 of Brass Local Government Area of the State.
The party had kicked started the campaign from Constituency 3 in Ogbokiri, Akassa clan.
Governor Diri alongside his Deputy and running mate also received royal blessings from the Council of Chiefs at Okpoama, where a Bible was presented to him as a symbol of direction at the Palace of the Okpo XX1, HRM, King Ebitimi Banigo.
Governor Diri while addressing the Chiefs reiterated his commitment to the completion of the ongoing Nembe-Brass road in his second term.
The Governor also inaugurated projects at Okpoama, Twon-Brass, Egwe-ama, Opu Beletie-ama and other communities.
“And so, this Nembe-Brass road we are constructing is not political, I took it up from day one when I assumed office as Governor, and as we speak, work is still going on, on that road. And so, for me, that is the major project that I have brought to Okpoama, Twon-Brass and indeed to the larger people of Nembe.
That is why I am here today to ask you for a second term. I don’t want to leave abandoned projects, so rather than trying another person, you already have one who is working and you don’t remove a winning good player in the middle of the game. And if you have a Governor who is already doing what you want as stated by the chairman, the number one thing he mentioned was the completion of the Nembe-Brass road. We have already started it and work is going on.
Now, we have had experiences in the past where some people will not allow others to vote. Please in your kingdom, every kingdom people must be allowed to vote whichever party you belong to and I have. made it very clear if there is any conviviality the king, I will dethrone that king, “Governor Diri stated
Governor Douye Diri also formally received former youth president of Okpoama Kingdom, Mr. Nadu Okenema into the PDP from the APC along with other defectors.
The member representing Brass Constituency one, Hon. Charles Daniel, and Mr. Austin Adigio of Brass Constituency two supported by other leaders in the two constituencies including member representing Nembe-Brass Federal Constituency, Mrs. Marie Ebikake, Commissioners and other appointees received the Governor and his team.
In company of the Governor were Senator Moses Cleopas, Senator Konbowei Friday Benson, Senator Benson Agadaga, Hon. Fred Agbedi, Hon. Oforji Oboku, Hon. Rodney Ambaiowei, Hon. Mitema Obordor who is also the DG of campaign, Mr. Daniel Woyengikuro, PDP National Financial Secretary, Chief Remi Kuku, PDP BoT member, Chief Solomon Agwana, State PDP Chairman, and other top government functionaries.
Culled from Romana Tare Ajuju’s Facebook page.
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.
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