*Experts call for enhanced cybersecurity infrastructure, education in Delta*
By Christopher Odamah With the growing application of information and communication technology in governance, experts have called for a comprehensive and strong cybersecurity policy and legislation to protect critical infrastructure and personal data. Such policy should align with state cybersecurity policies with national and international standards. The envisaged policy should address critical issues such as safeguarding critical infrastructure, including power grids, water systems, and transportation networks as vital assets. This was part of the communique adopted at a one-day Delta State Cyber Security Summit last week in
*Delta State Chief Judge Rounds off Third Quarter Custodial Centres visit.*
By Shirley Binitie The Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Tessy Diai has completed the 3rd quarter Custodial Centres visit to Correctional Centres across the State. They are the Warri, Sapele, Kwale, Agbor, Ogwashi-uku Custodial Centres, and the Remand Home, Sapele, where a total of 1288 awaiting trial cases were treated by the State Chief Judge. Consequently, Justice Diai reviewed 381 warrants at the Ogwashi-Uku Custodial Centre,190 warrants at the Kwale Custodial Centre, 162 warrants at the Agbor Custodial Centre, 170warrants at the Sapele Custodial Centre,
Oborevwori congratulates Albert Akpomudje at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, congratulated legal luminary and Otota of Olomu Kingdom, Olorogun Albert Akpomudje, SAN, on his 70th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the governor extolled the renowned lawyer and traditional prime minister of the ancient Olomu Kingdom for his dedication and commitment to the unity, growth and development of the kingdom, the state and the country. Governor Oborevwori joined family, friends and associates in celebrating the remarkable life of service
Delta Committed To A Free, Independent Judiciary – Onyeme
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has said that the State Government is committed to promoting a free and independent Judiciary. Speaking at a special court session to mark the opening of 2024/2025 legal year, on Monday in Asaba, Onyeme said, "as a government, we have put premium on maintaining a free and independent Judiciary and it is pertinent to mention that Delta State is one of the first States in the Federation to pass the Judiciary (Financial) Autonomy Law, which was
LAW SCHOOL: Oborevwori approves financial assistance for Delta indigenes
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the year 2022/2023 Financial Assistance for Delta State indigenes in the seven Nigeria Law Schools across the country. Oborevwori’s approval is coming on the heels of the recent approval of year 2022/2023 bursary award to over 30,000 students of Delta State origin in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The Governor's approval is contained in a statement signed by the Executive Secretary, Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr Godfrey Enita and made available to newsmen, in Asaba, on
DELTA: Chief Judge rounds up 2nd quarter Correctional Centres Visits.
...commends Judges, Magistrates, Ministry of Justice. Christopher Odamah, Asaba The Delta State Chief Judge, Hon Justice Tessy Diai has completed the 2nd quarter visits to the five Custodial Centres in the State. The visit which started on the 1st of July, 2024, began at the Warri Custodial Centre, where 360 warrants were reviewed and three lucky inmates were released on the advice of the Director of Public Prosecution while, a fourth inmate who was improperly remanded also regained his freedom. . Justice Diai said "On Tuesday the 2nd
Delta declares war on land grabbers
... Resumes demolition of illegal structures on 'varsity land As Delta State Government continues demolition of illegal structures built on Dennis Osadebay University, Anwai-Asaba land around 74 Road, the Chairman Taskforce on recovery of government lands, Chief Frank Omare, Friday, said government was after land grabbers who misled innocent citizens in buying government lands. Chief Omare who was flanked by members of the Taskforce, disclosed this in an interview with journalists, said the property owners had enough notice since the last demolition at Musa Camp Asaba. He
We’re Committed To Prompt Payment of Pensions–Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said his administration remained stoically committed to the timely payment of pension benefits to retiring and retired personnel of the state's workforce. Governor Oborevwori, who stated this at the swearing-in and inauguration of three new Special Advisers, Chairmen and members of boards in Asaba, urged the State Bureau for Pensions to be proactive in the discharge of its functions, and to promptly advise the government appropriately. Those sworn-in as Special Advisers are Mr. Austin Ayemidejor, Mr. Sunny Jero
Gov Oborevwori seeks prayers for Nigeria’s progress
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has urged Nigerians to pray for the continued peace, unity, progress and prosperity to reign in the state and country, especially in this trying period. Governor Oborevwori made the call at the 25th Priestly Ordination Anniversary and Book Presentation of Very Rev Fr. Dr. Christopher Ekabo at Christ the King Catholic Church, Obiaruku, Ukwuani Local Government Area of the state. Fr. Ekabo who is Executive Secretary, Delta State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, was ordained as a Catholic priest in
