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PDP Crisis: Eminent Leaders and Concerned Stakeholders Issue Six Demands Ahead of Convention

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The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) took a new twist on Tuesday, as eminent leaders and concerned stakeholders of the party issued a strongly worded communique outlining six key demands ahead of the party’s proposed national convention. In the communiqué, signed by former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, on behalf of the group, the stakeholders cautioned that failure by the party leadership to urgently address the issues raised would have dire consequences. According to them, “failure to meet these demands would render any purported national convention invalid, as legitimate members of the party would be disenfranchised.” The PDP heavyweights outlined the following demands: Fresh congresses must be held in Ebonyi and Anambra States , in strict compliance with subsisting court judgments. A new South East Zonal Congress must be urgently conducted. The outcome of the South South Congress in Calabar, already upheld by the courts, must be respected. The party sho...
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NCDM Holds Workshop For Media Stakeholders, Youths

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By John Odhe The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has organized a workshop for media stakeholders and youth groups, in Port Harcourt , Rivers State, providing profound insights into the structural organisation, internal workings, accomplishments and operational targets of the agency after 15 epochal years as an effective driver of local content and regulator in the oil and gas industry. Being signature event of the NCDMB, having been held regularly since the beginning of the Board in 2010, the workshop also acquainted participants with procedures for registration for employment or training programmes in industry-related skill sets, engagement as industry contractors or vendors, and also the Board’s ‘Community Content Guidelines,’ designed to ensure integration of host communities into the oil and gas industry value chain. In a presentation entitled “NCDMB Mandate and Achievements,” the Executive Secretary, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, represented by Dr. Abdulmali...
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Bayelsa PDP Celebrates Hon. Dr. Pabara Newton Igwele on Birthday Anniversary

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Yenagoa, Bayelsa - The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State has felicitated with one of its dedicated leaders and former Commissioner for Health, Hon. Dr. Pabara Newton Igwele, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and signed by the Acting State Publicity Secretary, Mr. Alasuote Wright, the party under the leadership of its Acting Chairman, High Chief Barr. Alabh George Turnah, MON, described Dr. Igwele as a committed party stalwart who has contributed immensely to governance and public service in the state. The statement recalled Dr. Igwele’s tenure as Commissioner for Health, noting that he distinguished himself with “remarkable dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the wellbeing of our people.” It further stressed that his contributions to strengthening the state’s health sector remain evident and continue to reflect his passion for service. “On this special day, the PDP family in Bayelsa celebrates him an...
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TURNAH, FAMILY CELEBRATE NDDC BOSS, CHIEF DR. SAMUEL OGBUKU, AT 50

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Yenagoa, Bayelsa - The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chief Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, is receiving torrents of goodwill messages today, Tuesday, 19th August 2025, as he marks his golden jubilee birthday, with friends, family, and political associates across the nation describing him as a man of vision, passion, and integrity. Among those who paid glowing tributes was renowned lawyer and politician, Barrister Alabh George Turnah, MON, who, in a heartfelt message, lauded Dr. Ogbuku’s selfless contributions to the Niger Delta region and Nigeria at large. Writing on behalf of his wife, Mrs. Jennifer Turnah, and their daughters, Eluantaziba, Eperetaziba, Etotaziba, and Etulantaziba, Turnah described the celebrant as an inspiration and a trailblazer.“ Your dedication, vision, and commitment to the development of the Niger Delta region inspire us all. You have positively impacted countless lives, including mine, and continue to lead...
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Lt. Gen. Oluyede Commissions Projects at 16 Brigade Barracks, Commends Leadership

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By Perekpo Raphael Yenagoa, Bayelsa - The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has lauded the Commander of 16 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Oluremi Obolo, for his exemplary leadership and commitment to duty. Lt. Gen. Oluyede gave the commendation on Monday during a one-day official visit to Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, where he commissioned several projects at the Brigade headquarters. Accompanied by senior officers from the Army Headquarters and the General Officer Commanding 6 Division, Major General Emmanuel Ejim-Emekah, the Army Chief inaugurated key facilities including the newly completed 16 Brigade Headquarters Annex, the Garrison Commander’s residence, and an electrification project sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Speaking during the event, Lt. Gen. Oluyede expressed satisfaction with the quality and scope of projects executed under Brig. Gen. Obolo’s watch, noting that they reflect a deep sense of responsibility and ...
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Bayelsa Education Ministry Denies Alleged Deductions from Contractors’ Payments

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By John Odhe The Bayelsa State Ministry of Education has debunked allegations of arbitrary deductions from contractors’ payments, describing the claims as false, unfounded, and misleading. The clarification follows a report published in the Niger Delta Herald between July 16 and 22, 2025, with the headline “Contractors Lament Alleged Deductions by Ministry Officials in Bayelsa.” According to the Ministry, all payments to contractors are executed strictly in line with contractual terms, financial regulations, and due process. It added that deductions, where applicable, are limited to statutory obligations such as taxes, pension contributions, and contractually agreed retentions. The Ministry emphasised that it operates a transparent and accountable system with multiple oversight layers to ensure fairness, insisting that no official is empowered to make arbitrary deductions. In response to the Ministry’s position, the Niger Delta Herald has acknowledged the clarification, expressing regr...
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NLC ISSUES 7-DAY STRIKE NOTICE ON NSITF, PENCOM, OTHERS

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By Anita Okongo (Kelsthel.ng) The Nigeria labour congress, NLC, has directed its members across the country to begin mobilisation for strike within seven days from Thursday August 14. The NLC at the end of its central working committee meeting in Abuja said a total short down will begin next week except the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust fund, NSITF accounts for and return all alleged diverted 40% funds contributed by workers within seven working days. The NLC, in a communique signed by its president, Joe Ajaero, said it is outrage at the ongoing assault on workers' social protection rights through the federal government's alleged diversion of 40% of workers' contributions to the national coffers as "revenue" in flagrant violation of the statutes establishing the NSITF. It says, equally condemnable, is the new NSITF administration's false claim of ownership of the NLC National Headquarters, a property it says is owned by Nigerian workers, resort to Cyber and...
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