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Evah Fulfils Gbaramatu Children Deworming as Part of NAIFS 20th Anniversary Celebrations
Evah Fulfils Gbaramatu Children Deworming as Part of NAIFS 20th Anniversary Celebrations
By Divine Perezide
Comrade Joseph Evah, the National Coordinator of the Ijaw Monitoring Group (IMG) and a prominent Niger Delta philanthropist, has launched a successful medical outreach to deworm children aged zero to five years in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area, Delta State. This initiative is part of the activities marking the 20th Anniversary of the Ijaw Female Students Association (NAIFS), set to be celebrated from November 29 to December 1, 2024, in Lagos.
As part of his ongoing efforts to support the Niger Delta region, Evah organized the outreach to address the health challenges posed by soil-transmitted helminths (STH). These parasites, common among preschool-aged children, can lead to malnutrition, anemia, and developmental issues if left untreated. The program also distributed educational materials, including notebooks, pens, pencils, branded T-shirts, and balloons, to schoolchildren in the region.
The deworming campaign, supervised by NAIFS Alumnae, was spearheaded by Barr. Kemeseifa Ebikefe Youkere and supported by NAIFS President Mrs. Stella Zuayei, Gbaramatu Female Students Association President Mrs. Glory Otutufugha, and other female students from across Delta State. The outreach reached thousands of children in communities such as Oporoza, Okerenkoko, Kunukunuam, Kurutie, Kokodiagbene, Benikrukru, and Jones Creek, among others.
Barr. Youkere highlighted the critical need for deworming both children and adults, explaining how intestinal parasites can lead to ulcers, malnutrition, and other severe health issues. Speaking at the program’s kickoff in Oporoza, Hon. Godwin Febaide, Chairman of the Oporoza Community, commended Evah for prioritizing the health of children in riverine areas. He emphasized that parents often overlook deworming, which is vital for preventing intestinal diseases and improving children’s overall health.
Mrs. Glory Otutufugha expressed gratitude to Evah for choosing Gbaramatu Kingdom for the outreach, noting its significant impact on the children’s well-being. Similarly, Comrade Ozobo, a Niger Delta activist and President of the Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF), praised Evah’s dedication to humanitarian work. He added that the initiative promotes healthier lives for children in the region while encouraging communities to embrace similar programs.
Community leaders across Gbaramatu applauded the initiative, urging parents to take advantage of the opportunity to safeguard their children’s health. This deworming program underscores the role of committed leaders like Evah in driving positive change and improving lives in the Niger Delta.
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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