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TENSION IN WARRI: Mulade Calls on Gov. Oborevwori to Intervene; Appeals to Stakeholders to Embrace Peace
By: Favour Bibaikefie
A renowned peace, justice and environmental advocate, Comrade (Chief) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State to act swiftly in addressing the current tension among the three ethnic nationalities of Urhobo, Itsekiri and Ijaw in the Warri Federal Constituency before the tension degenerates into a full blown crisis.
Mulade’s call comes on the heels of recent reports of heightened tension between Itsekiri and Ijaw youths over the alleged removal by the former, of the 10th coronation anniversary banners of the Pere Ama-Okosuwei of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, Monbene III, from strategic locations in Warri Metropolis on Tuesday.
The United Nation’s peace ambassador, who noted that the recent tension in the Warri constituency resulted from the recent ward delineation exercise conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), called on the Governor to initiate a dialogue to foster peace and unity in Warri Area.
He also charged the security agencies of government to rise up to the occasion, to be professional in their duties and not allow themselves to be used by those who do not mean well for the growth and development of the State, particularly Warri and its environs.
He said, “I call on the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori-led administration to act swiftly to tackle this brewing tension before it escalates to a full blown crisis,” and added, “The government is for all. So Governor Oborevwori should, if there is need, come down to Warri and have a town hall meeting with all relevant stakeholders in the communities in Warri, to interact with the traditional rulers and other major stakeholders.”
“I call on the security agencies of the state and the federal government to move in swiftly to nip the tension in the bud so that it doesn’t escalate. The relevant security agencies, especially the Nigerian Police, need to be professional, should not create a wrong impression that people can use them to perpetrate their selfish interests,” he cautioned.
Speaking further, he said, “The traditional rulers in the area should also call their subjects to order irrespective of every provocative actions. Peace is better than violence and at this moment, what we want is peace and unity for the sake of development,” he noted.
Mulade, who is the Ibe-Serimowei of the Ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom, cautioned the youths to refrain from acts that could jeopardize the investment efforts of Delta State, as well as government’s infrastructural strides. He also charged the INEC to finally resolve the pending Ward delineation issues relating to the Warri Federal Constituency.
“There has been relative peace all this while, and that is why we are able to talk of infrastructural development so that investors and more companies carry on their projects. But if there is crisis, those constructions, all the State Government projects will be halted, and we don’t need that,” he said.
“Therefore the youths should not give room to violence or be used to foment crisis in the state. They should know at this stage that peace is more golden than conflicts,” Mulade stressed.
“Lastly I urge INEC to close out this Warri ward delineation because that is the root cause of this fresh phase of ethnic violence that is breeding in the area of recent. So, the INEC and the federal government must be neutral and comply in line with the Supreme Court judgment and close out these issues so that we can put them behind us,” Mulade advised.
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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