By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he popular town of Ibusa in Oshimili North Local government Area and her Catholic Community in particular witnessed an influx of the cremes l”creme of personalities and an unprecedented fanfares and glamour over the weekend as Most Distinguished Senator Peter Nwaoboshi’s golden mother Obi( Mrs )Agnes Nwaoboshi was conferred with “Ezinne- Ogor” by the Catholic Women Organization(CWO) of St. Augustine Parish,Ibusa, Delta State.

It was a special day, a day set aside by the National Catholic Women Organization (CWO), to honour and reward some faithful for their exemplary efforts and exceptional contributions to the growth of the church and development of the community with a view to encouraging others to invest their resources and character in the faith they profess.

Conferring the foremost “Ezinne- Ogor” title on (Obi) Mrs Agnes Nwaoboshi , both the Parish Priest,the leadership of the Catholic Women Organization of St. Augustine Catholic Parish, Ibusa, and parishioners in their different citations, described her as the perfect definition of a devoted and faithful christian; whose kindness, generosity and love towards humanity is second to none, therefore submitted that the honour is well deserved.

“Today, also remains unique because the NCWO has deemed it necessary to confer an award of excellence on some deserving members of the faithful within and outside the parish who have served both God and humanity in their various capacities.

“To our awardees, NCWO uses this opportunity to say thank you and urge you not to relent in your spiritual and material support to the church for this is another medium for evangelism. While we appreciate the fact that your nomination is well-deserved by the nature of your great personalities, the CWO strongly advises you maintain the virtues and qualities that earned you this recognition.

In response to the above, Mr Augustine Ogom Nwaoboshi,on behalf of the entire Nwaoboshi family thanked the Catholic Community for being critical, constructive, fair and transparent in their choice of finding their mother worthy of the foremost “Ezinne- Ogor” title in the history of the Catholic Church.They revealed that their mother, (Obi)Mrs Agnes Nwaoboshi is a dream of every christian home.

Celebrating her mother-inlaw,Dr.(Mrs)Judith Nwaoboshi,thanked God for keeping (Obi)Mrs Agnes Nwaoboshi alive to enjoy the fruits of her womb.He described the award quite deserving of a devote Christian and caring mother.

According to Hon. Henry Mordi aka Ojokojo,the Chief of Staff to Most Distinguished Senator Peter Nwaoboshi said: “Mama’s recognition as Ezinne Ogor, is an honour well deserved. Honestly, I never knew people were watching and taking note of her ways of life (selflessness, dutifulness, etc).The vote from every quarter was unanimous for her.

Comments from people about her were all positive and superlative. For me, the recognition is a confirmatory event of my age-long personal view. She is unarguably “Ezinne-Ogor”, and I sincerely admire her virtues.”

Her son-in-law, Hon.Harry Nkencho,expressed appreciation to the church for “deeming it fit to recognize our dearly beloved mother with such a well-deserved honour and He also added that Heaven has confirmed Nnem Obi uncommon, sterling qualities as a mother.”

The occasion was graced by dignitaries from far and near,including Elder Anene Chigbue, Chief Buddy Nwanze and other Political Association of his son.

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]A[/dropcap] Political group; “YOUTHS-4-PROMISE-OGUMU 2023’ has appealed to leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to support the candidacy of Promise Ogumu in the 2023 Delta State House of Assembly elections. The group made the appeal during a press conference by its Coordinator, Comrade Sab Aliogo on monday in Agbor.

“YOUTHS-4-PROMISE-OGUMU 2023’’, is a political movement and platform built by Ika North Youths to mobilise support for the candidacy of Promise Ogumu as our legislator to represent Ika North East come 2023. Its main objective is to drum up support for Promise Ogumu , to be chosen as the standard bearer of the APC, and for his subsequent victory at the polls in the general elections.

Aliogo also urged APC leaders and good people of Ika North East to ensure that Promise Ogumu emerged as the APC flag bearer in the 2023 Delta State House of Assembly election.“We wish to appeal to APC leaders, present and past party leaders, stakeholders and members of the party, and indeed all well-meaning Ika North East people, to support the candidacy of Promise Ogumu.

“They should ensure that he emerges as the Standard Bearer of the APC for the 2023 Delta State House of Assembly election,’’ Aliogo said.He also called on the,both at home and in the diaspora,to put away sentiments,support this new Moses of our time.

“We have looked at the profiles of those presently aspiring to contest for 2023 Delta State House of Assembly election on the platform of APC in Ika North East .“We have identified Promise Ogumu as the only one with the character and content, political will and capacity required to bring the needed transformation that Ika North East are yearning for.’’

He described Ogumu as a grassroots leader and a uniting figure,a good bridge builder who bridges the gap between young and old. Promise Ogumu is a quintessential leader and gentleman who is very willing to rescue Ika North East people  from political bondage.

According to Aliogo,Comrade  Promise Ogumu relates equitably with Ika North East in business and in politics without greed or sentiment.“He is an astute politician, entrepreneur and philanthropist, who is perhaps the most visible through his promotion of Youths empowerment in Delta State.

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he member representing Delta North Senatorial District in the Senate Arm of the National Assembly and Chairman, Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs,Most Distinguished Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, has felicitated with Christians on the celebration of Easter, urging them to emulate Jesus Christ by making sacrifices that will advance the course of development.

In a Press Statement issued by his SPON Media in Abuja, Senator Nwaoboshi,stated that this year’s Easter celebration, which also coincides with the Holy Month of Ramadan, was a critical intersection of Nigeria’s two major religions.

Senator Nwaoboshi, has called on Christians and Nigerians across the nation to work towards emulating the virtues of Jesus Christ as epitomized by his passion, persecution, death and resurrection during Easter.

He noted that it was imperative for all Nigerians to come together in order to build a country that both present and future generations can take pride in just like the work of Christ which has endured for over 2000 years and has continued to inspire generations.

Nwaoboshi stated: “This weekend, we join our Christian brothers and sisters in Nigeria and across the world to celebrate the Easter festivities. This commemoration is a time for deep reflection as it marks the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and his victory over death. It is a time to reach out to our brothers and sisters in need.

“It is also a time for all of us — regardless of faith, or ethnicity — to come together to pray for the peace of our nation. We must all remain constant in our efforts to promote unity — across all lines — because united, our nation remains stronger and we thrive as a people.

While acknowledging that the country is still confronted by developmental, economic, social and security challenges, he insisted that all the obstacles are surmountable if we all play our roles patriotically and commit to being our brother’s keeper.

He urged Christians not to relent in their prayers for God’s positive intervention in the affairs of the country at all times.
“As we do this, we must all collectively work towards playing our part in the development of our nation and its economy,” Nwaoboshi stated.

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]U[/dropcap]muodafe Political Vanguard under the platform of Ibusa Political Vanguard have passed Vote of Confidence on the Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON).

The Youths made this declaration during the enlarge Youth Assembly Meeting held in Keffs Park at Umuodafe on Sunday. Representatives of the various categories of Youths who spoke during the event in unison, acknowledged the superlative performance of Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON), within the past seven years since the mandate was entrusted to him, noting that he is truly the right man for the job of good representation.

“Senator Nwaoboshi has not disappointed us hence the need to offer him more unflinching support to enable him do more for the constituency”.….said one of the Representatives.

Addressing the gathering on Sunday, the Uwolo of Ibusa,His Highness Amaechi Nwaenie, said that Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON) had performed well since assumption of office as a senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, to earn their confidence and from the records of our past representative he is the best representative Anioma ever had.
Also the former Ibusa Youth President, Comrade George Nkenchor alleged that some representatives have been representing us without any development, stressing that Sen. Nwaoboshi should be allowed to execute his blueprint agenda for the development of the Ibusa and Anioma in general.

According to him; “These people have lost relevance in leadership of Ibusa and Oshimili North. They led Anioma for over twenty years, but nothing to show as our town and local government continued to witness death of basic social amenities. Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON) has come to effect positive change and he should be allowed to continue to do that in the interest of the people” and we cannot change a winning team.

The youths, numbering 217 across the six(6) quarters of Umuodafe in Ibusa, said both the APC Members and the entire Delta North Youths had agreed to fully back Nwaoboshi.

The motion for the vote of confidence was moved by Comrade Eluem Peter Nwanji, Odafe Isiuzor President and was seconded by Musician and Vocalist, Okonji Ozor(Socromojo).

Moving the motion, which was unanimously endorsed after it was seconded, Nwanji said they decided to throw their weight behind Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON) because he is a worthy son who is performing credibly well as Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial District in the 8th and 9th Senate.

“The Joint APC Members and Youths in the senatorial district wish to tell the entire Nation and the entire world that we are stoutly behind the actions and legislation of Nwaoboshi, and all his efforts at bringing the desired change that Ibusa and Delta North voted for last election,” Nwanji said.
Okonji noted that Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi(SPON) has recorded significant achievements in the last seven year as senator representing Delta North, disclosing that Nwaoboshi had constructed over 130 roads across Delta North senatorial districts of the state, provided 17 motorized rural water schemes and over 50 electricity transformers to communities ,empowerment to Youths of Anioma, scholarship to our students to mention but a few.
“I want to say without mincing words that Senator Nwaoboshi is a God sent to salvage the Anioma people and wipe away the tears of the masses.

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n continuation of his campaign tour to the various communities in Oshimili North Local Government area, the APC candidate for the Delta State House of Assembly,Oshimili North Constituency in the forth coming election, Chief(Hon)Louis Ndukwe has visited more communities in his bid to let the people know his plan of action when elected as their representative.
At the various APC stakeholders he visited in Ibusa, Hon. Ndukwe was commended for his generosity in respect of his developmental strides recorded across the various communities when he was the oshimili north local government council executive chairman despite the fact that it was during his regime we had Covid-19  and financial recession.

At Ibusa,Oshimili North LGA APC party Chairman,Hon. Austin Nnabuufe (JP) aka Political Ojeogbue and his APC Executives led a large crowd of people including the Ward Chairmen to receive Louis Ndukwe and his consultation team – Hon. Henry Mordi aka Ojoko, Hon Leo Nkeaka, Chief Ambrose Elofu Dike, Hon. Dr. Tony Nwaka, Comrade Promise Ogumu and a host of others notable leaders to give the team an unprecedented welcome.
Hon. Nnabuufe emphasized that based on Hon. Louis Ndukwe political antecedents,its clear that he has all it takes to make the difference considering his impeccable track records of successes in his past political portfolio, which of course made him stand out as the most qualified for the job.

In their speeches at the different communities, the various leaders who spoke on behalf of their people agreed that Hon. Louis Ndukwe has the charisma needed to give the People of Oshimili North a good representation at the Delta State House of Assembly, while pledging the resolve of their people to vote en-mass for Ndukwe and other APC candidates at the coming elections.
Addressing the People at the various communities visited, the APC Flag bearer commended the Political Leaders as well as the People for the warm reception,stating that it was a clear demonstration of love and acceptance.

He stated that his determination in the direction of going to the State House of Assembly was born out of his love for service, geared towards ensuring even development for the entire people of the area, while noting that with the coming of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege as the next Governor of the Delta state the people of the area are set to benefit immensely.
He further appealed to them to vote APC at all levels in the coming elections and he revealed that the APC do not have any accord with any party for the purpose of the forth coming elections.

He enumerated all that he did across Oshimili North LGA to improve the standard of living of the people in every sector in his capacity as the Council Executive chairman which include opening up of link roads, massive rehabilitation of dilapidated and abandoned links roads, construction of blocks of classrooms in the various primary and secondary schools within the area, provision of security vehicle and annual security impress, assistance in the health sector and institution of a scholarship scheme for indigent students in the area among others.
Ndukwe assured that if given the mandate by the people of Oshimili North he will do much more than what he did as Local Government Chairman, stressing that one of his major per-occupation as their representative will be on massive empowerment of the teaming youths of the area.

He called on them to desist from electoral violence, noting that violence does no one any good, while stating that the only acceptable weapon of war in the forth coming election is their Permanent Voters cards PVC, which he said is needed to vote APC all the way in all the elections.
Hon. Louis Ndukwe therefore called on all registered voters in the area who have not collected their PVC to avail themselves the opportunity of the election date extension to collect theirs without further delay.

[dropcap]R[/dropcap]t. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria’s Minister Of Transportation, has declared his intention to run for the office of the President of Nigeria, in 2023.

Amaechi made the declaration of his ambition on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at the Rivers State All Progressives Congress (APC) Thanksgiving Service, which held at the Adokiye Amiesiamaka Stadium, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

“I stand before you today to declare my intention and submit my application to serve as your next President.”, he said amidst cheers from the crowd.

“This Was Not An Easy Decision For Me To Make. For Eight Years, I Served As Minister Of Transportation, Governor, And Speaker Of The House”.

Former national chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, Victor Giadom, Senator Ali Ndume, were amongst other top party bigwigs were seen at the ceremony.