By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is resolute in his commitment to foster strategic development and effective reforms across Delta State, staying faithful to his electoral promises. The administration’s strategy centers on creating avenues for Deltans to secure resources, foster enterprise development, accumulate wealth, and enhance their overall well-being. This vision is embodied…
…Obaseki Unveils N1 Billion Grant to Boost Trade and Commerce in Edo State By Kingsley Ohens With the Edo State governorship election approaching on Saturday, Dr. Asue Ighodalo’s candidacy received a significant enhancement on Tuesday, as the Edo State Market Women formally pledged their support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) nominee. During the well-attended…
…A bill to establish Nasarawa State Education Trust Fund has been passed into law The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has advanced a bill to its second reading, seeking to provide regulations for mining communities’ issuance of land consent and community agreements to mining entities. Similarly, the House is legislating on a bill aimed at…
Ighodalo is highly regarded for his expertise in corporate finance, business law and governance as co-founder of Banwo and Ighodalo, a prominent Nigerian corporate law firm. Beyond law and business, Ighodalo is deeply involved in public service and philanthropy, focusing on education, healthcare, and economic reform As the 2024 gubernatorial election in Edo State approaches,…
Engaging in hide and seek with my five-year-old son brings immense joy. As he conceals himself, I adhere to the traditional counting ritual before initiating my search. To sustain his excitement, I pretend to be unaware of his location, even when it’s partially exposed. I pose the question, ‘where is this boy?’ to prolong the…
….Welcomes newly appointed officials in Gegu Beki, pledges Governor Ododo steadfast support and cooperation By Yahaya Idris, Kogi A delegation of recently appointed ward and local government assistants has paid a thank-you visit to Chief Mohammed Abubakar Bashir Gegu, leader of the All Progressives Congress in Kogi local government and Commissioner for Solid Minerals and…
By Samson Ochono Since taking office on May 29, 2023, Governor Hyacinth Alia has been working to erode the political and economic base of his predecessor, Samuel Ortom, for reasons that are not publicly clear. It began with the illegal invasion of the premises of an automobile workshop belonging to an associate of Chief Ortom…
By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq The Okpai Power Plant in Delta State, Nigeria, has been a subject of discussion lately, especially with Senator Ned Nwoko’s calls for its completion. The senator’s enthusiasm for the project is commendable, but it is crucial to clarify the ownership structure and stakeholders’ roles. The Okpai Power Plant is a…
Hon. Idris Abubakar Gegu has commended Senator Sunday Karimi for his progressive leadership and the distribution of 100 million naira to enhance women’s cooperative societies in Kogi West, underscoring his dedication to gender inclusivity and economic progress. He applauded Senator Karimi on 14th September 2024 for the effective distribution of funds to beneficiaries in…
By Kingsley Ohens Benin City, the capital of Edo, witnessed a surge in political activity on Saturday as Peoples Democratic Party leaders and chieftains held their final rally, imploring Edo people to vote en masse in next Saturday’s governorship election to ensure continuity in the state’s development and progress. Several speakers conveyed confidence that the…