PEACEFUL ELECTION IN SAPELE AMIDST MASSIVE TURN OUT OF VOTERS.

The local government election  held  today 13 July, in Sapele was  peaceful.

This exercise took place simultaneously in other local government areas in the State.

In Sapele,   there was a bit delay in arrival of materials, as materials arrived various venue at about 9:48 am with security personnel on ground, and turnout was massive..

A visit to a polling booth at  Ward 4 by  MRS filling station and Sapele Okpe Community hall,  revealed that  accreditation started by 10.00am, after which  voting commenced.

At Okotie -Eboh grammar school, Disec Ward 9, voting was ongoing and orderly 

The immediate past local government chairman, Sapele local government, Hon. Eugene Inoaghan was seen voting at Ward 12.

Inoaghan speaking with the press, thanked the Governor, RTH. Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori and PDP for a credible and fair election.

Hon. Bright Abeke, the PDP Chairmanship candidate was equally seen at his home after casting his vote .

Speaking with the press, Abeke said so far the election had been peaceful, free and fair and he is hopeful that the PDP will emerge winner at the end of the day, at all levels.

Hon. Cyril Ogodo, the Director General of PDP Campaign Team in Sapele in a media chat after voting said the election is peaceful, free and fair.

Ogodo posit that it is going to be a landslide victory for the PDP in today's election and that he is satisfied with the massive turnout of voters and the general conduct of the election.

Ogodo thanked the State Governor, Rth. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the PDP Campaign Team for the peaceful election procedure recorded so far.

PEACEFUL ELECTION IN SAPELE AMIDST MASSIVE TURN OUT OF VOTERS.

The local government election  held  today 13 July, in Sapele was  peaceful.

This exercise took place simultaneously in other local government areas in the State.

In Sapele,   there was a bit delay in arrival of materials, as materials arrived various venue at about 9:48 am with security personnel on ground, and turnout was massive..

A visit to a polling booth at  Ward 4 by  MRS filling station and Sapele Okpe Community hall,  revealed that  accreditation started by 10.00am, after which  voting commenced.

At Okotie -Eboh grammar school, Disec Ward 9, voting was ongoing and orderly 

The immediate past local government chairman, Sapele local government, Hon. Eugene Inoaghan was seen voting at Ward 12.

Inoaghan speaking with the press, thanked the Governor, RTH. Hon.Sheriff Oborevwori and PDP for a credible and fair election.

Hon. Bright Abeke, the PDP Chairmanship candidate was equally seen at his home after casting his vote .

Speaking with the press, Abeke said so far the election had been peaceful, free and fair and he is hopeful that the PDP will emerge winner at the end of the day, at all levels.

Hon. Cyril Ogodo, the Director General of PDP Campaign Team in Sapele in a media chat after voting said the election is peaceful, free and fair.

Ogodo posit that it is going to be a landslide victory for the PDP in today's election and that he is satisfied with the massive turnout of voters and the general conduct of the election.

Ogodo thanked the State Governor, Rth. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the PDP Campaign Team for the peaceful election procedure recorded so far.

INCREASE IN ELECTRICITY TARIFF BITES HARD ON HOTEL OWNERS IN SAPELE

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The recent increase in electricity Tarriff is biting hard on hotel owners in Sapele and environ, resulting in some opting out of "line 33", .

Hotels, Churches and many individuals in this special band A of electricity Tarriff are complaining of the electricity bill they got in April 2024 and many of them are opting out of the special band A to the general band E while others sought solace in installation of solar panels.

An hotel owner interviewed said he was given a bill of N11 Million as against N2 Million that he used to pay and this had affected business negatively for him to the end that he presently had to ration power supply in his hotel.

Another hotel owner said rate that was formerly N67.45 per unit of energy consume increased to N225, same with cost of energy consumed and the percentage increase is over 335%.

Charge per energy consumed has  equally increased from N1 Million to N7 Million and those formerly paying N2.7 Million monthly, got N11 Million as electricity bill in April 2024.

He opined that the Tarriff increase should be readdressed to save their business.

The story Is the same with Churches and individuals using the special Band A and many are opting out to the regular band E popularly called " Line 11".

An individual using the special band said during the two weeks blackout of power in Sapele town as a result of upgrade as stated by BEDC, she made use of generator to prepare ice block for sales and made over N460,000, only for this perceived profit to be swallowed up by the N1 Million electricity bill that came from BEDC.

She said her husband was pained by this development and had to install solar panels that can power her fridges, light and Air conditioners in their home.

She also pleaded that the new electricity Tarriff should be reviewed and reduced so that Nigerians can afford this services from the government as no civil servant can afford the present electricity Tarriff with the present minimum wage.

However, some residents expressed fears on this development.

Mama Ukugbeje Victoria,  a self employed, said those using the general band had experienced peace since hotels , churches and some well to do individuals went to the special band A.

Ukugbeje said though the general band E hardly have light, but each time it comes, it is always "full voltage" with less problem from transformers, she said now that hotels and others are planning to come back to "line 11", she hope that it will not  put the general line in total darkness with frequent problem of transformers due to overloading.

PRIMARY EDUCATION MINISTRY TO SUPPORT DSPHCDA IN HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS VACCINATION EXCERCISE...ASHIBOGWU.

Delta State Commissioner for Primary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu has assured the State Primary Health Care Development Agency of the Ministry's support at all times , especially in their Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination exercise that would commence on Monday, May 27, 2024 for the overall benefits of the state.

Dr. Ashibogwu gave the assurance in Asaba when the officials of the National Primary Health Care Agency, World Health Organization and Delta State Primary Health Care Development Agency as well as UNICEF officials  paid him advocacy visit.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary in Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Augustine Oghoro, the Commissioner described their initiative to flag off the vaccination on  the Children's Day as unique.

Dr. Ashibogwu encouraged parents to allow their girl child within the ages 9 years to 14 years to take the vaccine so as to avoid the challenges associated with cervical cancer in line with the guidelines of the health officials.

He said that as part of their collaboration,  the Ministry would would sensitize its officers in the local government to inform parents to get their children ready for the exercise.

Dr. Ashibogwu also told the delegation that the Ministry would give them access to schools to carry out the vaccination activity, stressing that the Ministry would ask its field officers to cooperate with the officials of the Delta State Primary Health Care Development Agency.

Earlier, the Executive Director of the Agency, Dr. Paul Yinkore said that the purpose of the advocacy visit was to  intimate him of the flag off of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine scheduled to hold on Monday, May 27, 2024.

Dr. Yinkore noted that the collaboration between the Primary Health Care Development Agency, Ministry of Health and the line Ministries had continued to produce results, adding that there was need to always work together and achieve a  common purpose.

OROJDE OF OKPE TEE OFF 5TH EDITION OF HIS GOLF TOURNAMENT, SPONSORED BY SEPLAT ENERGY PLC.

The 5th Edition Of the Orodje of Okpe Golf Tournament, Sponsored By Seplat Energy PLC was tee off by His Royal Highness, Major General Felix  Mujakperuo Agho(rtd), the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom.

The Tournament featured over 100 golfers from all over Nigeria, such as Port Harcourt, Asaba, Warri and others.

Speaking to the press at the occasion, His Royal Highness, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, noted that the tournament is one of the biggest golf event in Delta State.

The Orodje spoke highly of Seplat Energy continued support for the tournament and the community.

The tournament attracted a lot of persons to Sapele town, and featured golfers of all ages, the youngest was 12 years old and a pro veteran that attended was 82 years old and he still plays 18 holes regularly.

The prestigious annual event was held over the weekend at the Sapele Golf club which is the oldest golf course in Nigeria having been founded in 1897.

Also speaking at the event, Walter Egemba, General Manager( Engineering), Seplat Energy PLC, explained that the sponsorship of the tournament by Seplat Energy underscores the company 's commitment to community development and promoting healthy lifestyles through sports.

Walter added that the tournament is important to Seplat as the Okpe Kingdom host some of their infrastructure for oil and gas development and they pride themselves on having special relationship with the communities where they operate.

Walter equally noted that Seplat Energy have supported the  tournament from inception and they are committed in elevating it to an international Standard.

While expressing his gratitude, Alexander Verhees Fritz, Captain of the Sapele Athletic Club, said" This event is one of the biggest at our golf club. We are very proud to have Seplat Energy as the major sponsor, as they have supported the tournament from the start and we are pleased to see their continued support ".

Alexander added that one of the rationale behind the tournament is to encourage young people to play golf as there is no age limit when it comes to golf .

The tournament served as a platform to celebrate the rich culture of the Okpe Kingdom, and it is reputed as the biggest annual golf event in the South-South region of Nigeria.

Highlights of the event was the award of trophies and cash prizes to winners that range from seasoned golfers to beginners.

The competition saw fierce but friendly rivalry among Female and Male golfers.

PRIMARY SIX COGNITIVE PLACEMENT EXAMINATION HOLDS SATURDAY,MAY 25,2024.

The 2024 Cognitive/Placement Examination for public and private primary schools in Delta State will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

A statement from the Permanent Secretary in the State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Augustine Oghoro, on behalf of the Commissioner for Primary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu indicated that the examination would begin from 9.00am prompt.

The statement advised candidates to come to their examination centre with pen, HB pencil eraser, stressing that other writing materials would be given to them at their examination hall.

According to Mr. Oghoro, in the statement, parents and guardians are urged to ensure that their children and wards were in their various examination centres  as early as 8:30am  before the commencement of the examination at 9:am prompt.

It warned parents and guardians to distance themselves from the examination premises, noting that anyone found within the premises would be considered as an examination malpractice syndicate.

The statement reiterated that the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education had put necessary measures in place to ensure smooth conduct of the examination.

It explained that the State Commissioner for Primary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu and the Permanent Secretary would lead officials of the Ministry to monitor the conduct of the examination across the state.

NIFAH GOLD FOUNDER,ANSASI EXPRESSES COMMITMENT TO NURTURE, PROMOTE MUSICAL TALENTS.

The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nifah Gold , a musical organization, Jennifer Awele Anyasi, has reiterated the commitment of the organization in nurturing and promoting talents within the music industry.

Anyasi , who stated this in her country home, Okpanam in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State while speaking with newsmen, said that Nifah Gold was a  prodigious talent poised to leave an indelible mark on the music industry.

 The Nifah Gold Boss , born in March 9, 2010,  stated that the journey of Nifa Gold  into music began at an early age, fueled by her innate passion for melody and rhythm.

She hinted that Nifah Gold was  currently an independent organisation  with the objective of  providing a platform for artists like Nifah Gold to showcase their unique voices and connect with audiences worldwide.

Anyasi explained that  showcasing of Nifah Gold represented an opportunity for the general public to witness the emergence of a remarkable talent , adding that her music, Nifah Gold  does not only entertain but also inspire and uplift listeners of all ages. 

 

She maintained that her authenticity, coupled with her unwavering dedication to her craft, served as a beacon of hope and empowerment for aspiring artists and music enthusiasts alike.

Anyasi urged  the public  to identify  and support  her by  joining her  on the  journey with Nifah Gold, stressing that  she would continue to navigate the music industry with grace and resilience just as she noted that Nifah Gold's story servd  as a reminder that with passion, perseverance and  commitment to one's dreams, success was possible.

She disclosed Nifah Gold's Management Telephone lines as  +2349022215523, +2348037189580,  and +2348132418194 as well as her Email Address: nifahgold@gmail.com especially for people that wanted to make enquiries about Nifa Gold.

According to Anyasi, Nifa Gold was  a rising music artist born Jennifer Awele Anyasi on March 9th, 2010 in Lagos, Nigeria , adding that with a blend of talent, passion, and authenticity, Nifah Gold  music would continue to  resonate with audiences worldwide, inspiring and uplifting listeners with every note.

 She called on the general public to tune and listen the n her latest releases and upcoming performances.

Anyasi said that her  journey into music began amidst a nurturing family of five, where her innate gifts for melody and rhythm were evident from an early age.

She stated that  Nifah Gold's formative years saw her excel academically, obtaining her first school leaving certificate in 2019 from Phenomville Montessori School, Lagos, emphasizing that currently, she was furthering her educational journey at Bayin Private School, where she balanced her studies with her burgeoning music career.

The Nifah Gold  CEO added that she was  more than just a talented artist as  she embodies qualities of gentleness, intelligence, humility and diligence. 

Speaking further, she said that her  unwavering dedication to her craft was  matched only by her commitment to personal growth and development , stressing that guided by her values of hard work, prayerfulness, and obedience, Nifah Gold was  poised to make a lasting impact on the music industry.

She said that beyond her musical pursuits, Nifah Gold found joy in various forms of artistic expression including dancing, reading, and immersing herself in diverse musical genres while her eclectic tastes and boundless creativity infused  her music with depth and resonance, captivating listeners with every note.

Anyasi stated that with  a voice that resonated with authenticity and emotion, Nifah Gold invites audiences on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment through her music. As she continues to evolve as an artist, Nifah Gold remains steadfast in her mission to inspire and uplift others through the universal language of music.