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Relief As Gov. Oborevwori Approves Review Of Ayakoromor Bridge, Others At ₦275 Billion
By Divine Perezide
In a landmark decision, the Delta State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved over ₦275 billion for the execution of 76 infrastructure and development projects across the three senatorial districts of the state. This historic approval came during the first EXCO meeting of 2025, presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at the Government House in Asaba.
Addressing the press after the meeting, Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, described the approval as unprecedented and a resounding response to critics of the administration. He was joined by several key government officials, including the Commissioners for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Economic Planning, and Health, as well as the Directors-General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency and the Warri, Uvwie, and Environs Development Agency.
Transformational Projects Across Key Sectors
Aniagwu emphasized the governor’s commitment to ensuring that public funds are judiciously utilized for the benefit of the people. He noted that the projects span multiple sectors, including road infrastructure, urban renewal, and healthcare. According to him, nearly all the approved projects come with an upfront 40% mobilization payment, without requiring external borrowing, which highlights the state’s strong financial standing.
Among the key projects approved are:
Road Construction & Rehabilitation:
Uruagbesa Oria-Abraka Road (Phase 1)
Egodo-Ogbeinbene Road
Amai-Aragba Road
Inam-Abbi Access Road
Internal roads at Ugbolu Hilltop Government Layout (Phase 1)
Umuoshimi Road with spurs to Ogbe-Aku and Market Road in Onicha-Ugbo
Okerenkoko-Pepeama-Kokodiagbene Road with a spur to Teiteipur
Benikrukru Township Roads (Phase II)
Rehabilitation of the Bomadi-Gbaregolor Road
Okwetolor-Okobia-Aragba Road
Ogbe-Isogban Road in Abavo
Owa-Ewere Road in Owa-Oyibu
Upward review of the Ayakoromo Bridge project
Rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Okpanam Road
Urban Development & Drainage Solutions:
Additional stormwater drainage at Koka Junction and Achalla-Ibusa area
Redesigning Effurun Roundabout to minimize encumbrances for property owners
Health Sector Improvements:
₦1.6 billion allocated to the Contributory Health Scheme, with ₦100 million set aside monthly for sustainability
Establishment of a Specialist Hospital at Osubi, including a Public Laboratory and Psychiatric Clinic
Full rehabilitation of General Hospital, Ekpan
Completion of the Library Building at Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara
Warri City Stadium Revamp & Other Key Approvals
As part of efforts to boost sports development, the government approved the remodelling of the Warri City Stadium. Furthermore, the EXCO sanctioned the presentation of staff of office to newly appointed traditional rulers, including Obi Chukwunonso Justin Nwoko of Idumuje-Ugboko Kingdom and Obi Ben Azubuike Kanegede of Ibedeni. Additionally, Olodu was recognized as an autonomous community in Aniocha South Local Government Area.
Commitment to Project Funding
Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, commended Governor Oborevwori for his proactive approach to project financing. He revealed that the administration has cleared outstanding debts owed to contractors, including ₦8 billion previously owed for the Trans-Warri Road and bridges. The project has now been placed under an Irrevocable Standing Payment Order (ISPO) to ensure smooth execution.
This massive investment in infrastructure and public services underscores the Oborevwori administration’s determination to accelerate Delta State’s development and improve the quality of life for its residents.
By: Divine Perezide
The Imo State Government has introduced a new education policy prohibiting graduation ceremonies for Kindergarten, Nursery, and JSS3 students, alongside a ban on the yearly replacement of textbooks.
According to a memo dated August 15, 2025, and signed by the Commissioner for Education, Prof. Bernard Ikegwuoha, only Primary 6 and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3) learners will now be allowed to hold graduation events-reflecting the structure of Nigeria’s 6-3-3-4 education model.
“The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is committed to providing quality and functional education to all students. Henceforth, graduation ceremonies and parties for Kindergarten, Nursery, and JSS3 students are hereby abolished,” the memo stated.
In a further move to ease the financial burden on parents and streamline academic consistency, the policy also mandates that approved textbooks must now be used for at least four years. This change is expected to allow siblings to reuse educational materials and prevent yearly replacement costs.
Violations-including frequent textbook changes or deviation from the approved list-are strongly discourage, The Guardian Nigeria reported in a related news.
Prof. Ikegwuoha emphasized in the directive that these reforms aim to reduce exploitative practices, foster learning continuity, and ensure focus remains on academic achievement rather than celebratory
By: Divine Perezide
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has arrived back in Nigeria following his participation at the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva, Switzerland, and a short vacation in London. He touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, in the early hours of today, around 4 a.m.
In a statement upon arrival, Akpabio explained: “At about 4 a.m. this morning, I landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport from London. While abroad, I attended the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva from July 29 to 31, before proceeding to London for a brief vacation.”
Reaffirming his commitment to the Nigerian people, the Senate President assured that the legislature would resume with renewed energy. “Nigerians can expect vibrant legislative activities when we reconvene. Our delegation made a strong impression at the global parliamentary forum in Geneva. Together with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, we ensured Nigeria’s voice was well represented,” he said.
Akpabio further pledged that the National Assembly would continue to pursue meaningful collaboration with the executive and judiciary to advance the collective interest of citizens.
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Great Loss As Family Announces The Painful Passing Iduwini-borne Billionaire Prince, Presley Gere Iyalahga
By: Miracle Palakia
Odimodi, Delta State – The Iyalahga and Diepregha families, Odimodi, Aghoro, and the entire Iduwini Kingdom in Delta and Bayelsa States, breaks silence on the painful loss of their son, Prince Presley Isele Gere Iyalahga, Billionaire businessman and Chief Executive Officer of Preslyn Group of Companies, who passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the age of 48.
Prince Presley was an illustrious son of two distinguished families: His Royal Majesty Gere J. Iyalagha, (Igbedikuru-II), the late Ibenanawei of Iduwini Kingdom, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, and the late Regent of Iduwini Kingdom (Delta & Bayelsa States), High Chief Diepregha Akpotelemor of Gberigberi-Idumu Quarters, Aghoro-I Community, Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
The former President of the Iduwini National Youth Council for Peace and Development was a respected businessman and community leader, who’s untimely demise has thrown his family, friends, associates, community, and Kingdom into deep shock and sorrow. He’s survived by his beloved wife, Princess Preye Presley Iyalagha, and six children.
The families made known the development to newsmen on Saturday, August 16th, in a statement jointly signed by Mr. Oroupade Oweibe and George Diepregha for the families and his son, Prince Peremobowei Presley Iyalagha, for the children.
According to the statement, funeral rites will take place on Friday, August 29th, 2025. At 10 a.m., the body will depart Warri via Millar Jetty to his compound in Odimodi for a brief Funeral Service, lying in state, interment.
IduwiniVoice can report that Prince Presley Iyalagha’s passing marks not only the loss of a vibrant Royal entrepreneur but that of a leader in Iduwini Kingdom and Ijaw nation. His memory remains deeply cherished by the lives he touched and all who knew him.