Category: Guest Column

DELTA State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has challenged graduates of Nigerian universities to apply the knowledge gained to create a better and fulfilling future for themselves, their families and the society. The governor made the call yesterday (18/05/19) in an address he delivered at the 13th convocation ceremony of the Delta State University, Abraka… Read More »

The Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has approved the appointment of Mr. Ajayi Olatunde Jonathan as a General Manager in the Oyo State Civil Service with effect from May 1, 2019. Mr. Ajayi until his appointment was the Director of Programme at the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS). With this appointment, Mr. Ajayi… Read More »

PIC A L-R: Ekarun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Hamidu Ajibade; Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi; and his Deputy, Chief Moses Adeyemo, during the inauguration of newly-constructed Oba Akinbiyi Model College, Mokola, Ibadan… on Wednesday. Photo: Governor’s Office PIC B L-R: Ekarun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Hamidu Ajibade; Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi; his… Read More »

DELTA State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa yesterday (16/05/19) signed six bills into law, stating that with the cooperation of all arms of government a stronger state would be built. The governor who spoke after signing the six bills into law, observed that it was a collective responsibility for all Deltans to contribute towards building… Read More »

The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ibrahim Magu, was on Tuesday, May 14, honoured with the Exemplary Leadership Award 2019 for Outstanding Leadership In Public Service. Magu was honoured by Euro Knowlwdge Group, a prestigious Foreign Investment Network, FIN, at the EFCC’s Headquarters in Abuja. Chairman of Foreign Investment… Read More »

DELTA State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has decried the craze for wealth and material possessions among Nigerians, saying that the people should be more committed to the affairs of God. The governor spoke yesterday (12/05/19) at the 1st session of the 15th Synod of the Asaba Diocese of the Anglican Communion held at St.… Read More »

The Oyo State Government has partnered with African Development Bank (AfDB), through the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Research Program on Roots, Tubers and Banana, on how to turn cassava wastes to wealth, through practical demonstration to agriculture stakeholders across the state. The partnership through the office of the Special Adviser on Intervention… Read More »

THE grand finale of the first Delta State School Sports Festival took place yesterday (08/05/19) at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba with Governor Ifeanyi Okowa saying the sports fiesta will remain an avenue to discover budding talents for national and international sports meet. Governor Okowa who gave glory to God that an annual School Sports… Read More »

Governor Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa of Delta State has commiserated with the family of Senator Dino Melaye (PDP, Kogi West) on the demise of his beloved mother, Late Deaconess Comfort Melaye. In a condolence message to Senator Melaye and the people of Kogi West Senatorial District, Okowa said Mrs. Melaye’s death is a great loss not… Read More »

FORMER Nigerian Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, Delta State Governor,  Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa and his Edo State counterpart, Mr Godwin Obaseki yesterday (03/05/19) made case for a peaceful, united Nigeria  as the remains of Major General David Ejoor (rtd) are interred. According to them, no sacrifice is so big for the peace and… Read More »