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The Exit of a Titan @ 100 Years; HRH Richard Umukoro Itemisan, his Life and Times

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Death as it is known is an inevitable end of all mortals and a debt all men must pay. This assertion needs no further evidence to be true because even the Biblical Methuselah once succumbed to it. However, what is most important in one's life journey on the planet earth is not necessarily its longevity, but the quality with which it is spent. No doubt, death has dealt a heavy blow and left a devastating toll on the Umukoros, Eroune community, and the entire Okpe Clan in Delta State. Born a century ago into the family of Itemisan, in the Eroune community in Okpe Clan of Delta State, HRH Richard Umukoro Itemisan, began his elementary educational journey at the then community missionary school where he obtained the mandatory certification. However, not satisfied with the level of education coupled with his desire for a more healthy society, he delved into classical traditional medicine at his youthful age and became a master in the field. HRH Richard Umukoro Itemisan, was extraordinar...

Human trafficking in Nigeria has increased, according to NAPTIP

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Nigeria's National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) said internal trafficking is on the rise. There was a much higher rate of internal trafficking than external trafficking, according to the agency. A meeting with stakeholders and partners in Edo was held by the Director-General, Fatima Waziri-Azi on Thursday in Benin. According to the DG, 83 percent of trafficking occurs within states and communities, while 12 percent occurs across borders. "Due to the media spotlight on people in Italy, we think we have more trans-border trafficking.". I don't. In front of our eyes, internal trafficking is taking place. She told NAN that domestic servitude and forced labor are crises in Nigeria. The official declared human trafficking a national crisis that affects every state. Waziri-Azi added that it is now done online via fake jobs advertorials and fake scholarships. She said traffickers lure their victims with offers, with Dubai, India, and Cyprus as...

Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Unveils Agenda – To Decentralise Police, Create Jobs, Ensure 12% GDP Growth !!!!

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TINUBU'S  ROADMAP TO NIGERIAN  GREATNESS a) 25% annual budget for education  b) 10% annual budget for health c) Decentralisation of police  d) Introduction of commodity exchange  e) Total deregulation of the oil market and building of national storage to sustain supply f) Stimulation of production and manufacturing for export  g) Target of 15,000MW generation and distribution of electricity Frontline Presidential aspirant and National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, has shared his manifesto for the transformation of Nigeria if elected president of the country. The APC presidential aspirant, according to a press statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Director of Media and Communication, said his team will lead Nigeria to a new era of economic prosperity, peace, security, and political stability.  Tinubu, the Governor of Lagos State between 1999-2007, presented his vision within five thematic areas. He promised to improve security ...

VP SLOT: ATIKU NEEDS OKOWA'S POLITICAL CRAFTMANSHIP

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  VP Slot: Atiku Needs Okowa's Political Craftsmanship And Competence To Excel As President. By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq #eacgovdelta There is no gainsaying the fact that the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, desires a trustworthy, incorruptible, competent, wise, good listener, problem solver, intelligent and experienced politician to be by his side as Vice President, to solve the multifaceted socioeconomic problems and infrastructure deficit flowing from the abysmal performance of President Mohammadu Buhari's administration in the past seven years and still counting. This is fundamental and in considering his running mate, Alhaji Abubakar, must of a necessity permanently look at the direction of the platinum governor of Delta State, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, for so many reasons. The above qualities are inherent in Okowa, a seasoned technocratic, competent administrator, and detribalised Democrat. Okowa is a prudent...

DTHA STATFF/FRIENDS FOR SHERIFF 2023 REJOICES WITH DELTA STATE FIRST LADY @ 61

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DTHA Staff /Friends For Sheriff 2023 Rejoices with Delta State First Lady, Dame Edith Okowa @ 61 The fame support group under the banner of  DTHA Staff /Friends For Sheriff 2023 has joined other well-wishers to rejoice with the Delta First Lady, Her Excellency, Dame Edith Okowa as she marks her 61st birthday commemoration today, June 1. The famed group in a statement jointly signed by the duo of the state Coordinator, Barr. Austin Uwasike and Scribe, Olorogun Egalase Afure noted that the virtuous wife of the Delta Governor has impacted positively on the lives of the downtrodden through her Pet Project the O5 Initiative while wishing her many happy returns in selfless services to mankind. " On behalf of the leadership and teeming members of DTHA Staff /Friends For Sheriff 2023, we join the Delta Speaker and PDP gubernatorial flag bearer to facilitate with Mummy Delta and Founder 05 Initiative, Her Excellency, Dame Edith Okowa as she celebrates her 61st natal anniversary. Our great ...

IKA SOUTH COUNCIL DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON SALUTES DELTA STATE FIRST LADY

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Natal Anniversary: Ika South Council Deputy Chairperson, Hon. Agboma Salutes Delta State First Lady, Dame Edith Okowa. The deputy chairperson, Ika South Council, Hon. , Mrs. Patience N. Agboma (Pride of Mary ) has felicitated with the Delta First Lady, Her Excellency, Dame Edith Okowa on the auspicious occasion of her 61st natal anniversary while wishing her good health, long life, divine protection, and many returns. The council deputy helmsman who sent her goodwill message during an interactive session with newsmen described the Delta First lady as the Mother Theresa of our time while applauding Her Excellency's Pet Project the 05 Initiative which she said has changed the narratives in Heath care delivery to the vulnerable and less privileged across the 25 LGA. "On behalf of my family, political associates, and myself, I join the hosts of heaven and over admirers to wish our adorable Delta  First lady, Her Excellency, Dame Edith Okowa a resounding 61st birthday anniversary. ...

WORLD BANK STATE CARES COORDINATING UNIT (SCCU) PAYS A WORKING VISIT TO DELTA - CARES LIVELIHOOD SUPPORT UNIT (SLU)

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On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, the Technical Head, World Bank D-Cares Livelihood Support Unit (LSU), Elder,  Dr. Isioma Okonta received in audience the State Cares Coordinating unit, Lady Patience Ogbeweh with her team in his office, in Asaba, Delta State. Lady Ogbeweh stated that the visit was to ascertain the level of work done so far by D - The care livelihood support unit headed by Dr. Isioma Okonta and also to get acquainted with the LSU team to create a seamless working relationship as one big family under the D - Cares. Speaking further, she congratulated  His Excellency, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa on his 7th anniversary  as the  executive governor of Delta State while describing  him as a living legend with impeccable leadership qualities who has done well for the State,  She also thumbed up to the Technical Head, Dr. Isioma Okonta for the new accommodation provided by the Delta governor for efficiency and productivity. Lady Ogbeweh assured that her office w...