Pray for unity, recovery of Nigeria, Okowa urges Christians
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa and Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Christians to pray for "recovery" and unity of the country, and not allow political intrigues to pollute the Church and divide it. Okowa made the call on Friday when he received leaders of South-South Zone of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) led by Archbishop Israel Ege at Government House, Asaba. He said that the time had come for Christians to go on their kneels and seek divine direction in the choice of the
D-CARES mitigating economic impact of pandemic, says Okowa
Delta Governor and Vice-Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa on Friday said the state's COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) Programme was to mitigate the adverse economic impact of the pandemic, particularly on the poor and vulnerable. Okowa disclosed this at the official flag-off of the implementation of activities under Result Areas 1 and 2 of the Delta COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) Programme held at the Events Centre, Asaba. He said that the D-CARES programme is
Delta to set up environmental sanitation taskforce
Delta government on Thursday approved the setting up of environmental sanitation taskforce to enhance the cleanliness of the State. This was part of the decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the Secretary to State Government, Chief Patrick Ukah at Government House, Asaba. In a post Exco briefing, the Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu said Exco directed the Ministry of Justice to harmonize all existing laws on environmental sanitation. "We examined quite a number of issues bordering on the development of our
Nigeria can’t progress without restructuring – Atiku
Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday, said Nigeria would continue to grapple with its current challenges unless it was restructured. Atiku stated this at the 64th Annual Bible Study Conference of the National Council of Anglican Youth Fellowship (AYF) of Nigeria held at the Ekiti Diocesan Camp Ground, Iyin-Ekiti, Ekiti State. Represented by his running mate and Governor of Delta, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, Abubakar who was Special Guest at the occasion, said Nigeria was in dire need of knowledgeable,
Okowa salutes Prof. Oyovbaire at 81
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta and Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has congratulated former Minister of Information, Professor Sam Oyovbaire, on his 81st birth anniversary. Oyovbaire, who chairs the Delta State Advisory Council and the Governing Council of Delta State University, Abraka, is a renowned academic and astute politician. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, Okowa commended the renowned Professor of Political Science for his contributions to nation-building, particularly his steadfast commitment to the attainment of Stronger Delta
Okowa congratulates BUA Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu at 62
Gôvernor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta and Vice Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has congratulated Chairman of BUA Group, Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu, on his 62nd birth anniversary. Okowa, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, said Rabiu, who is President of France-Nigeria Business Council, had by his pragmatic entrepreneurship, given confidence to budding investors in Nigeria. According to him, Rabiu has made exemplary contributions toward revamping the nation's economy, and has brought succour to many homes through the numerous employments to Nigerians. "On
Ekwunife mobilises for Atiku/Okowa ticket
A federal lawmaker, Senator Uche Ekwunife, on Wednesday affirmed total support of the South East for the presidential ticket of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Senator Ifeanyi Okowa in the 2023 Presidential Election. Ekwunife gave the assurance when she led a delegation of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members from Anambra on a solidarity visit to Governor Okowa at Government House, Asaba. The legislator, who spoke to newsmen after a closed session with the governor, clarified that the delegation was not on the auspices of Ohaneze Ndigbo, but
Okowa congratulates Ibori at 64
Governor of Delta and Vice-Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated former Governor of the State, Chief James Ibori, as he clocked 64. Okowa’s message of felicitation to the ex-governor was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba. He lauded Ibori for his pioneering leadership of the state in the democratic dispensation, describing him as an exemplary and influential leader, who left indelible footprints in his service to the state and humanity. Okowa stated that the former governor whom he
Okowa felicitates Omo-Agege at 59
Delta Governor and Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated Deputy President of the Senate, Chief Ovie Omo-Agege, as he turned 59 on Wednesday. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, the governor said that Omo-Agege, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District, remained an amiable and illustrious son of Delta in whom citizens were delighted about for his political accomplishments. According to him, Omo-Agege has had an outstanding performance in the Red Chamber as one of the presiding officers and
Ogheye floating market ready Sept. – Okowa
Delta Governor, Sen. (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Tuesday hinted that the Ogheye Floating Market being built by the state government in Ogheye, Warri North Local Government Area of the state, would be ready for inauguration in September. Okowa gave the indication while swearing in five new commissioners at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. The new commissioners are Dr Kingsley Ashibogwu - Higher Education; Dr Darlington Ijeh - Human and Community Development; Dr Godfrey Enita - Agriculture; Chief Anthony Ofoni - Project Monitoring and Audit and
