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Otuaro was Present as 98 Amnesty Delegates Graduate in Marine Engineering
By Divine Perezide
Warri — The Presidential Amnesty Programme has successfully trained 98 delegates in a refresher bootcamp on marine engineering at the Joemarine Institute of Nautical Studies and Research, located in Otomewo Community, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State.
The graduation ceremony, held on Tuesday, was attended by prominent figures, including Hon. Amafini Akemotubo, representing the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dennis Emomotimi Guwor; His Royal Majesty Pere Luke Kalanama VIII, the Pere of Akugbene Mein Kingdom; His Royal Majesty, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom; Capt. Warredi Enisuoh, CEO/MD of South Side International Resources; Amb. Princewill Binebai, the National Spokesman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC); and Pastor Anthony Burutu, among other key stakeholders from the Niger Delta region.
Addressing the graduates, Dr. Dennis Burutu Otuaro, the administrator of the Amnesty Programme, commended the participants for their exceptional performance and discipline during the training. He emphasized that the program is designed to develop manpower and human resources in the Niger Delta, urging the beneficiaries to seize the opportunity to build a brighter future.
Dr. Otuaro described the graduates as peace ambassadors of the Niger Delta and highlighted their significant role in the program’s achievements for 2024. He also announced plans to focus on vocational training for women in the Niger Delta, with a shift towards scholarships for formal education, including degree, master’s, and PhD programs, beginning in 2025.
He encouraged the graduates to represent the Niger Delta and Nigeria positively, stressing the global importance of their contributions to solving challenges in the maritime sector.
The Managing Director of Joemarine Institute, Engr. Kenneth Akpoebi Epidei, expressed gratitude to the Amnesty Programme for trusting the institute to handle the refresher training. He noted the success of the program and congratulated the graduating delegates.
In his closing remarks, HRM Pere Luke Kalanama VIII, Chairman of the Institute’s Governing Council, praised Dr. Otuaro’s commitment to continuity in the Amnesty Programme. He urged the graduates to make the most of the skills they had acquired and thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Dr. Otuaro, ensuring the program stays true to its original objectives.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of certificates to the graduates by Dr. Otuaro, followed by a vote of confidence delivered by one of the delegates, Mr. Ebi Jackson, who commended Dr. Otuaro’s leadership in reviving the program and restoring it to the Niger Delta’s communities.
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SMEs Empowerment: Tompolo Foundation, Tantita & PEB ICT Granduates Lead Branding Drive in Warri
- By Delta Event Media
Aimed at boost small-scale entrepreneurship in Warri, beneficiaries of the Tompolo Foundation and Tantita Security Services—trained by PEB ICT Services—have officially launched a branding awareness campaign aimed at transforming small businesses in Warri.
This initiative follows the successful completion of a three-month intensive training in Graphic Design, where participants were equipped with essential skills in branding, visual communication, and marketing design. Culminating in a high-impact presentation, the campaign is themed: “Building Strong Brand Identity for Small Business Growth.”
The campaign emphasizes six strategic pillars for business branding success:
Defining brand purpose
Understanding the target audience
Creating a unique visual identity
Developing a consistent brand voice
Maintaining a strong digital presence
Building trust through quality and engagement
Speaking during the launch event, team spokesperson ThankGod Ugedi noted, “We are not just leaving with certificates — we are stepping out with a mission. Our group is dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs in Warri with brand identity consultations and awareness strategies that can help them grow and compete.”
The newly trained Graphic Design team extended their heartfelt appreciation to the Tompolo Foundation, Tantita Security Services, and PEB ICT Services, with special acknowledgment to Dr. Paul Bebenimibo and Major Moses for their mentorship and visionary leadership throughout the program.
This campaign marks the beginning of a youth-led movement to reignite business growth in Warri. With branding as their tool and innovation as their drive, these young creatives are positioning themselves as catalysts for economic development in the region.
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Burutu LGA Chairman Hails Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at 62, Celebrates His Visionary Leadership and Impactful Governance
By Peter Ziakegha, June 19, 2025
- Burutu _ The Executive Chairman of Burutu Local Government Area, Hon.Chief Dr. Julius Takeme, has extended warm felicitations to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday anniversary.
In a statement released on Thursday morning, Dr. Takeme described the Governor as “a beacon of visionary leadership, humility, and progressive governance whose transformational strides continue to rekindle the hope of Deltans across all strata.”
The council chairman lauded Governor Oborevwori for his unwavering commitment to the implementation of the Renewed hope of the M.O.R.E Agenda which stands for Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security , which, according to him, has not only reshaped the development landscape of Delta State but has also brought hope and tangible growth to Burutu Local Government and its people.
“At 62, His Excellency stands tall as a statesman with a heart for service, whose administration has delivered impactful projects in critical sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, and youth empowerment,” Dr. Takeme stated. “Governor Oborevwori’s leadership has redefined governance in Delta State, bringing government closer to the grassroots and fostering inclusive development.”
The council chairman, particularly commended the Governor for his inclusive style of leadership and his listening ear, noting that the people of Burutu LGA have been key beneficiaries of the Governor’s developmental vision and people-centered policies.
“Today, as we celebrate a man of peace, purpose, and progress, we in Burutu reaffirm our unflinching support for his administration and pray for greater strength, wisdom, and divine grace as he continues to pilot the affairs of our dear state,” Dr. Takeme concluded.
The Chairman further urged Deltans to join hands in supporting the Governor’s drive for sustainable development and unity across all local governments in the state.
Governor Oborevwori, who turns 62 today, has served Delta State with distinction, rising from the grassroots to the highest office in the state, and continues to inspire hope through his pragmatic and people-focused leadership.