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Just In: Capt. William Ayagbene Elaweremi Passes Away, Chief Engr. Pondi Mourns Beloved Father-In-Law
By Divine Perezide
The Elaweremi family of Ayakoromo in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State has been plunged into deep sorrow following the passing of their revered patriarch, Capt. William Ayagbene Elaweremi. The esteemed octogenarian reportedly died in the early hours of Thursday, May 1, 2025, as confirmed by his family.
Capt. Elaweremi, who was the oldest living member of the Ayakoromo community residing in Warri, was widely respected for his upright character and positive influence on many across the Niger Delta region during his lifetime.
Of significant note is that the late Elaweremi was the father of Mrs. Blessing Pondi, the beloved first wife of High Chief Engr. Kestin Pondi of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited.
Reacting to the shocking news, Engr. Kestin Pondi expressed his grief and admiration, stating “Late Pa. William Elaweremi was a father figure to me and treated me like a so.” He extended his heartfelt sympathies to his wife Blessing, her siblings, and his cherished mother-in-law, Mrs Beauty Elaweremi. He urged them to find strength in their faith, adding; “Papa is sleeping in the bosom of the Lord his creator.”
Since the announcement of Pa Elaweremi’s death, a steady stream of friends, well-wishers, and sympathizers from both the Elaweremi family of Ayakoromo and the Pondi family of Sokebolou in the Ogulagha Kingdom have gathered at his residence in ijaw Quarters, Bendel Estate, Airport Road, Effurun, Warri, to offer their condolences.
On the first day of mourning, ronowned community figure Chief Kingsley Takemebo, also know as Mienkuro 1, offered musical consolation to Chief Mrs. Blessing Pondi and the entire Elaweremi family, urging them to take heart during this difficult time.
Among the notable individuals who paid condolenc visits were Engr. Matthew Tonlagha, MD of Fenog and Vice Chairman of Tantita Security Services; Dr. Dennis Burutu Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme; Engr. Kestin Pondi; Chief Godfrey Pondi, GM of Operations at Tantita; Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi, House of Representative member for Burutu Federal Constituency; Chief Kenneth Obogu; Chief Barrister Smooth; Chief Boro Opudu; Hon. Alapala Anthony Ebitonmo, Delta State House of Assembly member for Burutu North; Rt. Hon. Dennis Emomotimi Guwor, speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly; Hon. George Ekpemupolo; Chief Lucky Youbogha; Ambassador Binebai Prince will, IYC Worldwide Spokesman; Chief Ebimobowei Oguma, and several others.
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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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