HOUSING DEFICIT: Reps laud Delta on NHF remittance
The House of Representatives, Wednesday, commended Delta State Government for its commitment in ensuring prompt remittance of worker's contributions to the National Housing Fund. The House Adhoc Committee on Non-remittance of the National Housing Fund (NHF) and the utilisation of the fund from 2011, led by Hon. Dachung Bagos, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at Government House, Asaba. Bagos said with over 40 percent housing deficit in the country the House of Representatives decided to tackle the challenge as most
Oborevwori pledges infrastructural renewal, sustainable devt in Delta
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori says his administration is poised to break new grounds in infrastructural development, inclusive economic growth, and sustainable development in the state. Governor Oborevwori who made the pledge during the swearing-in of nine new Special Advisers, enjoined the appointees to put in their best to actualize his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda for the people of the state. Those sworn-in include; Hon. Charles Oniyere; Mr Michael Ogboru; Chief Ebikeme Clark; Chief Sylvester Oromoni, Hon. Shadrach Rapu, Dr. Donald Peterson; Engr Goodnews Agbi;
Delta awards N78bn contract for flyovers in Warri, Effurun
Delta State Government has approved the award of contracts worth N78 billion to Julius Berger Nigeria Limited for the construction of three flyover bridges and road expansion in the Warri/Effurun megalopolis. This was part of decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Tuesday in Asaba. Briefing journalists at the end of the Exco meeting, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Engr Fred Edafiogho said approval of the contracts were aimed at solving the gridlock often experienced in the
Delta Govt unveils palliative distribution strategy
Delta State Government, Monday, outlined the procedure it would adopt in the distribution of palliatives to it's citizens to cushion the effects of subsidy removal on petrol by the Federal Government. Secretary to the State Government and Chairman,State Subsidy Palliative Committee, Dr Kingsley Emu outlined the procedure at a news conference in Asaba. He said that the state would adopt a distribution model of 40 percent to 500 Delta State Independent Electoral Commission, DSIEC Wards in the state with 10 percent reserved to shore up urban
Chukwunwike lauds Rotary for humanitarian services, congratulates Osaji on installation as 18th Asaba president
The Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, has commended Rotary Club for remaining focused in its humanitarian obligations. Reiterating that providing service to others is a sure way to bridge the inequality gap and promote global peace, he said every human being has something of value which when deployed enriches not just the individual but the larger society. Chukwunwike spoke at Orchid Hotel, Asaba venue of the installation ceremony of Dr. Chiedu Osaji as 18th president of the Asaba chapter
Chukwunwike’s support group cheers up Ezenwani as aged couple is buried
The Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, and his support group, Team JC, on Saturday stormed Idumubo quarters in Ubulu-Uku to pay last respect to a deceased couple, Primate Simon Ufuegbune and his wife, Adim Felicia Ufuegbune. The deceased couple, it was gathered, trained the wife of Chukwunwike's Personal Assistant, Special Duties, Mr. Anthony Ezenwani. In the entourage were Vice Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, Hon. Amaka Adigwe; Deputy Leader of Aniocha South's Legislative Arm, Hon. Ugochukwu Ikekwuni
Group begins Community-to-Community documentary of how people perceive Chukwunwike’s first tenure
The Do-It-Again (DIA) initiative, a pro-Jude Chukwunwike group, has began a community-to-community tour aimed at documenting the views of the people on the performance of the council chairman's first tenure in office. This was disclosed on Monday during the official presentation of the group's regalia to the council secretariat, Ogwashi-Uku. The group led by Aniocha South vice chairman, Hon. Amaka Adigwe, told Chukwunwike that, "We have worked closely with you over the years. We have seen your vision for Aniocha South and how you want to
CAN endorses Chukwunwike, urges him to seek reelection
Venerable Christian Okonkwo, the Aniocha South president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has assured the executive chairman of Aniocha South, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, that the Christian body will fully support him for second tenure. Okonkwo, while fielding questions during a media chat at Ogwashi-Uku, pointed out that the council chairman through his policies within the past few years, has demonstrated unwavering interest in the general good of the communities he governs. "When you get to him about the needs of a community, he
Aniocha South PFN inaugurates member officers as Chukwunwike urges Christian leaders to live exemplary lives
The Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, has advised Christian leaders to be worthy examples of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He gave the charge at Ogwashi-Uku on Wednesday while attending the inaugural meeting of the newly elected officers of the Aniocha South wing of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) at Light and Life Christian Assembly. The council chairman who was ably represented by the Information Officer of the Local Government, Mr. Sammy Okonta, charged the PFN officers to
International Day of Charity: Chukwunwike commends 05 Foundation for touching lives in Aniocha South
The Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, has commended the resilience of the initiator of 05 Foundation, Dame Edith Okowa, wife of former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, describing her as an advocate for positive societal change. Speaking in Ogwashi-Uku on Tuesday at an event to mark this year's International Day of Charity, Chukwunwike said through intensified medical outreaches and donations to the needy, the 05 Foundation has caved a niché for itself. "Let me appreciate the Okowas for standing by us
