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NDDC and Chevron Collaborate on 70.75km Road Linking Warri to Escravos
By Favour Bibaikefie
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has joined forces with Chevron Nigeria Limited to construct a 70.75-kilometer road connecting Warri to Escravos in Delta State. The road, which will traverse Omadino, Okerenkoko, and Escravos, is set to improve transportation and bolster economic activities in the oil-rich region.
This project aims to enhance accessibility to Escravos, a vital hub for Nigeria’s oil and gas operations. It is expected to facilitate the movement of goods and people, creating opportunities for trade and regional economic growth.
In a statement released on the NDDC’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, the commission highlighted the strategic importance of the partnership. “The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is collaborating with Chevron Nigeria Limited @Chevron on the construction of the 70.75 km Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road in Delta State. This road is essential for connecting Warri to Escravos, a vital area for oil and gas activities,” the statement read.
Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, Managing Director of the NDDC, emphasized the road’s potential to support oil production and foster economic development in the Niger Delta. He remarked that the project would significantly improve transportation efficiency, benefitting communities along the route by increasing access to services and trade opportunities.
Dr. Ogbuku also underscored the critical role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in driving the initiative. He referred to the collaboration as an example of the government’s commitment to accelerating infrastructure development in the Niger Delta through stakeholder engagement.
Citing the NDDC’s successful partnership with Shell Petroleum on the Ogbia-Nembe Road, Dr. Ogbuku explained that such collaborations had been instrumental in improving regional infrastructure. “The Ogbia-Nembe Road project demonstrates how public-private sector partnerships can profoundly impact connectivity and regional development,” he said.
Additionally, the NDDC recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) for sustainable development initiatives across the Niger Delta. Dr. Ogbuku noted that this reflects a strategic approach to securing resources and support for ongoing and future projects.
By leveraging partnerships with private sector players like Chevron and NLNG, the NDDC aims to address infrastructure deficits while fostering sustainable development and environmental preservation 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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