The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has been coronated as the new Paramount Ruler of Ayakoro Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The coronation ceremony, held on Saturday, marked a significant moment for the riverine community as Dr. Ogbuku formally assumed…
Thousands of police, hundreds of troops and an army of officials made final preparations Sunday for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II a spectacular display of national mourning that will also be the biggest gathering of world leaders for years. U.S. President Joe Biden and other dignitaries are arriving in London for the funeral, to which…
“It is our considered view that Okuama people are not subject to military laws. Therefore, a military-led inquiry lacks the legal authority to investigate civilians’ matters. We demand that the culprits responsible for the gruesome killings be apprehended and handed over to the police for prosecution. We dissociate ourselves from these individuals, as it is not in our character as Urhobo people to take lives, let alone that of the Army who have been in the fore-front of keeping this nation secure and safe”
University On Friday, former Bayelsa Governor, Senator Seriake Dickson, was granted a provisional license from the National Universities Commission for his Private University‚ Hensard University. Senator Dickson was among 37 proprietors that were granted licenses from the National Universities Commission. Speaking on the development, Senator Dickson said that Hensard University, located in his hometown‚ Toru…
As a brother and mentor, Hon. Ambaiowei has touched the hearts of those around him. He embodies the spirit of unity and progress, always encouraging those he leads to strive for greatness. His approach to leadership is grounded in compassion, vision, and an acute understanding of the needs of his constituents. This birthday, we applaud his relentless spirit and passion for service.
In a remarkable celebration of his 20th Coronation Anniversary, His Royal Majesty King Oweipa Jones Ere III, the Third in the historic lineage of the Ogboin Ebe, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all who attended the event. The King thanked his kinfolk, kings and queens of all Ijaw, friends, and the greater Ogboin Family for…
“The staggering disparity underscores the inequitable distribution of environmental burdens. Bayelsa State bears 25% of Nigeria’s oil pollution. The sheer scale of devastation paints a dire picture, disconcertingly reminiscent of an environmental Armageddon.”
“If you ignore education, then you have to build more prisons because crime will soar. For us as a government, education is a priority.”
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked widespread debate after making a provocative statement suggesting that Iran would not stand a chance in a military confrontation with Uganda. In a message shared through his usual social media commentary, Muhoozi claimed that when it comes to war, Iranian forces would be no match for…
