The Delta State House of Assembly Member-Elect for Udu Constituency, Hon. Arthur Okolosi, has expressed profound appreciation to the people of Udu for their overwhelming support and confidence in him during the Saturday 19, 2026 concluded election.
Okolosi, while reacting to his victory, described the election as peaceful and successful, expressing delight over the impressive turnout of voters across Udu Constituency.
He commended the people of Udu for their massive participation in the electoral process and for demonstrating their trust, love and confidence in his capacity to represent them effectively at the Delta State House of Assembly.
The Member-Elect assured the people that their support and mandate would not be taken for granted, promising that he would always remember the confidence they reposed in him by electing him to represent their interests.
According to him, the victory belongs to the people of Udu, whose collective decision has entrusted him with the responsibility of serving the constituency.
Okolosi further pledged to use his office to promote development, empowerment and initiatives that would improve the welfare and living conditions of the people of Udu.
He assured constituents that his representation would be people-oriented and focused on addressing their needs while creating opportunities that would positively impact individuals, families and communities across Udu Constituency.
The Member-Elect thanked the people of Udu once again for their support, describing the mandate as a call to greater service and promising to justify the confidence reposed in him.
There was celebration in Olomu Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, as Olorogun Samuel Oghotomo, Executive Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Community Development, organised an empowerment programme.
Sixty carefully chosen beneficiaries each received ₦50,000. Twelve motorcycles were also given to deserving youths. The programme put Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda into practical action.
Community leaders, political stakeholders, youths, beneficiaries, and many indigenes of Olomu attended the event with joy and expectation.
It was more than a simple hand-out. It showed that the benefits of democracy should reach ordinary people at the grassroots.
In his speech, Oghotomo explained that the programme came from his desire to improve the welfare and economic life of his people. As their representative, he said it was his duty to always remember home and find useful ways to bring positive change.
The selection process was fair and inclusive. Six people were chosen from each community in Olomu Ward 1 to ensure every area benefited equally.
Thirty youths were carefully screened based on need and their potential to succeed in economic activities, not on political connections. This approach supported both existing households and the young people who form the community’s future.
Oghotomo advised the beneficiaries to use the money and motorcycles wisely. He stressed that the real value of any help depends on how carefully and hard the receiver works with it.
Even a modest amount can become the foundation for growth and self-reliance if managed well. His advice turned the event into a lesson on personal responsibility rather than a simple giveaway.
He also spoke kindly to those who did not receive support this time. He told them not to feel discouraged and promised that more opportunities would come in future phases. This openness helped keep peace in the community.
Chief Raymond Temisere, the LGA Publicity Secretary supported the programme by providing ₦60,000 worth of fuel for the motorcycles. This allowed the new owners to start using the bikes straight away for work.
The Executive Chairman of Ughelli South Local Government Area, Hon. Lucky Aweromre, was represented by Hon. Henry Gbejimor. The Chairman praised Oghotomo’s generosity and steady commitment to empowering people.
He said the programme showed real concern for citizens and predicted more attention to basic needs, which he called “stomach infrastructure.”
The APC Chairman of Ughelli South, Chief Edirin Ojays Ojigho, also thanked Oghotomo and urged other people of means to follow his example. He noted that personal achievements may be forgotten, but the good impact a person makes on others’ lives lasts as a true legacy.
The beneficiaries expressed joy and gratitude. They described the gifts as a clear show of love and commitment. They prayed for continued blessings on Oghotomo and asked that his ability and resources increase.
They also declared support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and expressed confidence that the party would win at all levels in the 2027 elections.
This programme fits into Governor Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda, which focuses on Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security.
By concentrating on community development, Oghotomo turns the Agenda’s goals into real results for ordinary people. Giving capital and motorcycles injects money into local economies, improves mobility for trade, and shows that no community is forgotten.
In rural and semi-urban parts of the Niger Delta, such support addresses youth unemployment and limited transport. Motorcycles are especially useful where public transport is scarce. They help people move goods, trade, and stay connected.
The fair selection process, based on need and potential rather than favouritism, sets a good example. It shows that resources can be shared openly and effectively.
The benefits spread further. Sixty households gain extra money and twelve young people gain transport. This increases local spending and trade, strengthening the community’s economy over time. It also shows younger people that careful use of opportunity can lead to progress.
Politically, the event strengthened the link between the APC and the community. The beneficiaries’ support for the party grew naturally from the help they received. This kind of loyalty lasts longer than temporary gifts.
Oghotomo’s work shows the duty that comes with public office. Access to resources brings the responsibility to use them for the common good. When this is done sincerely, it strengthens trust between leaders and the people.
The support from Chief Temisere, the local government representative, and the party chairman shows that success comes from teamwork. Different people joining resources and influence multiplies the impact.
As the event ended, the beneficiaries left with new tools for economic progress. The wider community of Olomu received a clear message: their needs matter, and the MORE Agenda reaches even the smallest places.
Olorogun Samuel Oghotomo has strengthened his reputation as a public officer who steadily works for grassroots development. His practical help offers a model for others in similar positions. In a time when people want real improvements rather than promises, programmes like this meet those expectations and challenge other leaders to do the same.
The Olomu empowerment programme will be remembered for its careful planning, fairness, and promise of future help. It shows how the MORE Agenda can work at the community level through dedicated officers.
As Delta State develops under Governor Oborevwori, such efforts form important building blocks that improve opportunities across the state.
In the end, Oghotomo’s initiative is about leadership that remembers its roots, resources used to help people thrive, and politics that turns power into service for ordinary citizens.
Leaders of Ovwian and Aladja communities in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State have formally protested an alleged move by Premium Steel and Mines Limited (PSML) to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) over the land hosting the former Delta Steel Company (DSC) complex.
The communities, in a formal protest letter dated September 12, 2026, and addressed to the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, described the development as a matter of serious concern, citing the historical circumstances surrounding the acquisition of the land by the Federal Government and the longstanding interests of the host communities.
The letter was signed by Prof. Jomata Lucky Igben, Aladja Community First President General, World Wide; Dr. Richard Lafua, President, Aladja Community Council; and Elder James Mayiko Oghuvwie-Ode, Traditional Prime Minister of Aladja Community.
According to the community leaders, their objection was not directed against industrial development or the continued operation of Premium Steel and Mines Limited, but specifically against any alleged attempt to convert the company’s interest in its industrial buildings, installations and other assets into outright ownership of the underlying land without first resolving what they described as outstanding historical and legal questions concerning the acquisition.
The communities maintained that Ovwian/Aladja never sold the land to Delta Steel Company.
They further stated that, based on their understanding of the historical circumstances, the Federal Government acquired the land during the military era under the applicable land acquisition legislation, with compensation reportedly paid for crops, economic interests and other compensable interests rather than as consideration for an outright purchase of the ancestral land.
The community leaders therefore called for a comprehensive examination of the original acquisition documents, the applicable acquisition decree or legislation, compensation records and the nature and extent of the interest acquired by the Federal Government.
They also demanded that the communities be given an opportunity to present their historical records and other relevant documents before any decision is taken concerning the title to the land.
Among their specific requests, the communities urged the Delta State Government to ensure that no administrative process resulting in the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or other title document conferring outright ownership of the land on Premium Steel and Mines Limited should proceed without first determining the historical and legal status of the property.
They appealed to Governor Oborevwori to intervene and engage relevant Federal Government authorities and the management of Premium Steel and Mines Limited, while urging the state authorities to refrain from supporting, processing or facilitating any application concerning the land until the issues raised by the host communities have been properly examined.
Communities Seek Stakeholders’ Dialogue
The Ovwian/Aladja leaders also called for an urgent stakeholders’ dialogue involving the Federal Government, Delta State Government, Premium Steel and Mines Limited, the Ovwian/Aladja communities, Udu Local Government Council, the Ovie of Udu Kingdom and relevant traditional institutions.
They said the proposed dialogue should establish the historical and legal position concerning the acquisition, compensation, occupation and subsequent use of the land.
The communities stressed that they were committed to a peaceful and lawful resolution of the matter and did not seek to disrupt industrial activities at the Premium Steel facility.
“Rather, we seek to ensure that the historical rights and interests of the host communities are not extinguished or prejudiced through any administrative process undertaken without their participation,” the community leaders stated in the letter.
They further expressed readiness to engage Premium Steel and Mines Limited, the Federal Government and the Delta State Government in constructive negotiations.
According to them, where necessary, community representatives would also take the matter to the Royal Palace of the Ovie of Udu Kingdom for peaceful discussion in the presence of appropriate traditional and community authorities.
The leaders maintained that dialogue, fairness, justice and the rule of law remained the appropriate means of resolving the dispute and preserving peaceful relations among the host communities, government and the company.
Appeal to Government
In their conclusion, the communities said Ovwian and Aladja had remained peaceful and supportive of legitimate industrial development in the area, but could not remain silent over any development which, in their view, could permanently alter the status of land they maintained was never sold outright to Delta Steel Company or its successors.
They consequently urged Governor Oborevwori to treat the matter as one of urgent public importance and intervene before further action is taken concerning the alleged C of O application.
They also called for the preservation of the status quo pending the outcome of a proper review and stakeholders’ engagement, while reaffirming their commitment to peace, lawful engagement and sustainable industrial development.
Copies of the protest were sent to the President of Nigeria; Secretary to the Government of the Federation; Ministers of Housing and Urban Development and Steel Development; Surveyor-General of the Federation; Attorney-General of the Federation; Udu Local Government Council; the Ovie of Udu Kingdom; Delta Central Senatorial representative; Udu Federal Constituency representative; relevant Delta State commissioners and agencies; the management of Premium Steel and Mines Limited; Delta State House of Assembly; Udu Traditional Council of Chiefs; security agencies; and the Nigerian Bar Association, Udu Branch.
The Itsekiri Congress United Kingdom (ICUK), the apex umbrella body representing Itsekiri diaspora organisations in the UK, has formally called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, to urgently investigate the alleged systematic exclusion and marginalisation of Itsekiri beneficiaries under the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP).
In a joint statement issued by ICUK President, Mr. Sunny Oritsegbubemi Okuku, and Public Relations Officer, Mr. Norris Orighoye, the organisation expressed grave concern over the glaring absence of qualified Itsekiri youths from recent high profile academic and technical capacity building initiatives implemented by the PAP leadership.
Skewed Foreign Scholarship Allocations ICUK drew attention to the recent deployment of more than 270 students selected for specialised postgraduate studies abroad in vital fields including Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science, Maritime/Energy Law, Forensic Auditing, Fintech Analytics, and Construction Engineering Management.
According to verified reports reaching the diaspora leadership, the scholarship cohort reflects severe ethnic asymmetry, allegedly drawn almost exclusively from select Ijaw communities, most notably Gbaramatu and networks tied to specific political figures, with virtually zero representation from eligible Itsekiri candidates.
“The Presidential Amnesty Programme is a federally funded security and developmental
stabilisation initiative. It was conceived for the entirety of impacted Niger Delta communities,
not as an exclusive patronage network or ethnic fiefdom,” the statement read.
“The complete omission of qualified Itsekiri candidates from a 270 person advanced foreign scholarship cohort is indefensible and demands a transparent, public disclosure of the selection metrics used.”
Transparency Concerns in Onshore University Placements The congress also expressed serious reservations regarding the ongoing deployment of
approximately 3,900 PAP beneficiaries to tertiary institutions within Nigeria for the 2025/2026
academic session.
ICUK warned that ongoing online application exercises must not serve as
mere window dressing to legitimise pre-determined beneficiary lists. The leadership
appealed directly to the NSA’s office to mandate the publication of quota distributions and
verifiable merit criteria across all participating oil producing ethnic nationalities.
The organisation specifically called on the Special Adviser to the President on PAP, Dr.
Dennis Burutu Otuaro, to rise above parochial leanings and govern the agency with strict
adherence to federal character, equity, and transparency.
ICUK noted with concern that historical disputes regarding administrative partiality and
community delineation in Delta State remain fresh in memory. It would be deeply counterproductive if the current leadership of the PAP allows perceptions of ethnic favouritism to reignite distrust and undermine the hard won peace in the oil rich coastal belt.
Reiterating that the Itsekiri nation has historically remained a peaceful, law abiding host to
major oil and gas infrastructure, ICUK warned that their peaceful disposition should never be
exploited or misconstrued as weakness.
ICUK requests that the Office of the National
Security Adviser review both the offshore postgraduate deployment and onshore
tertiary admissions lists.
The leadership demands immediate affirmative
action to integrate qualified Itsekiri beneficiaries into upcoming vocational tranches,
professional certifications, and subsequent foreign educational awards.
ICUK urges Dr. Otuaro to demonstrate good faith by engaging directly with accredited Itsekiri stakeholders to rectify these disparities.
We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and NSA Nuhu Ribadu to act decisively. Justice, equity, and verifiable transparency must remain the guiding principles of the Presidential Amnesty Programme if it is to retain its legitimacy and fulfill its mandate
across the Niger Delta.
Dr. Kingsley Akeni, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, has extended warm birthday felicitations to Deacon Matthew Ogbadusigho Kwode on the occasion of his birthday on September 20, 2026.
In a statement released to mark the day, Dr. Akeni paid tribute to Deacon Kwode’s distinguished public political journey and the positive impact of his service in Ughelli South Local Government Area and across Delta State.
He described Kwode as a dedicated political leader whose contributions continue to strengthen democratic participation and grassroots engagement.
As Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, Deacon Kwode has consistently demonstrated commitment to advancing the ideals of progressive governance and mobilising support for developmental initiatives.
Dr. Akeni particularly noted Kwode’s role in mentoring and inspiring a new generation of political leaders across the state. Through his work, he has helped build capacity, promote inclusive politics, and encourage young people to take active interest in public service and community development.
Highlighting Kwode’s steady rise and the respect he commands within the political space, Dr. Akeni observed that his efforts in Ughelli South and beyond have left a lasting imprint on local and state-level politics.
He wished Deacon Kwode continued good health, greater accomplishments, and abundant blessings in the year ahead, praying that the celebrant would enjoy many more fruitful years of impactful service to Delta State and the nation.
In a major crackdown on cult violence, the Delta State Police Command has arrested nine suspected cultists and seized deadly weapons, ammunition and illicit drugs in coordinated operations at Obiaruku and Issele-Ikpitime.
According to a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the breakthrough came on 13 September 2026 when operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit (SAKU), Ubulu-Uku, acting on solid intelligence, stormed premises along Ghana Quarters Street, Umuebu Road, Obiaruku.
The raid yielded a locally fabricated single-barrelled gun, a live cartridge, quantities of suspected illicit drugs, a battle axe, mobile phones and a laptop. Seven suspects were rounded up: Wisdom Enede, 25; Ocheli Solomon, 42; Nnaji Godstime, 23; Izu Thankgod, 28; Kester Adishi, 31; Oghonogho Pentecost, 28; and Adishi Prince, 28.
Under interrogation, the suspects allegedly confessed membership of the feared Vikings and Black Axe confraternities and admitted involvement in internet fraud.
Detectives are now digging deeper to uncover their exact roles, the origin of the illegal firearm and any links to wider criminal networks.
A day earlier, on 12 September 2026, officers of Onicha-Olona Division raced to Issele-Ikpitime Village after reports of a cult-related attack on residents.
The patrol team moved in fast, arrested Emmanuel Believe, 29, and Israel Nwaobi, 27 — both of the village — and recovered a locally made cut-to-size gun.
Police also rescued a man who had been shot during the attack and rushed him to hospital. Manhunts continue for the remaining members of the gang.
Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel E. Erale, has ordered investigators to trace the sources of the recovered firearms and track down every associate of the suspects.
He issued a stern warning against cultism and illegal possession of arms, vowing that the Command will keep striking on credible intelligence to dismantle criminal gangs across the state.
Support groups linked to the Renewed Hope Ambassadors have been called upon to step up efforts in educating the public about the accomplishments of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.
Rt. Hon. Funkekeme Solomon, Delta State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, issued the directive in Asaba while speaking to representatives from over 35 such groups at a strategic gathering.
Solomon noted that a significant number of Nigerians still do not fully grasp the scale of the economic and security difficulties the Tinubu administration inherited when it took office in May 2023.
He described the nation as having been in a precarious position both economically and in terms of security, insisting that decisive measures were essential to pull the country back from the edge.
“The nation was in critical condition on the economic and security fronts. Firm steps had to be taken to steer Nigeria away from collapse,” he stated.
“Actions such as ending the fuel subsidy, plans for state police, and the student loan programme—which has eased the burden on many parents and students—have placed the country on a path toward recovery and prosperity,” he added.
Solomon urged the group leaders to educate citizens about the advantages of these policies and the brighter prospects that lie ahead.
“Our responsibility is to help people understand the benefits of these firm decisions and the positive direction the country is heading, so they can choose wisely in 2027,” he said.
“Nigeria is undergoing reconstruction, and this work takes time to complete. That is why President Tinubu deserves a second term to finish what he has started,” Solomon continued.
On the security front, he explained that the constitutional steps toward permitting states to create their own police forces would allow them greater authority over local security arrangements.
Once finalised, he said, states would assume more responsibility for their safety and address shortcomings of the current centralised police system.
Solomon emphasised that the Renewed Hope Ambassadors does not manage the All Progressives Congress (APC) but simply backs the party and the Tinubu government.
He described members of the group as “ground-level advocates” tasked with publicising the President’s successes and rallying support for his administration.
“We serve as the grassroots messengers spreading word of Tinubu’s progress. The APC remains the most reliable platform for putting Nigeria on a solid footing again,” he remarked.
He also pointed to the student loan initiative and the uninterrupted academic calendars in Nigerian universities since 2023 as further examples of the administration’s successes.
The meeting, Solomon explained, formed part of broader moves to reinforce community-level outreach and ensure citizens receive clear information on the Tinubu government’s policies and programmes before the 2027 polls.
The President of the Essi College Old Students’ Association (ECOSA) Worldwide, Olorogun Sylvester Bighoro (JP), has called on governments, corporate organisations and well-meaning Nigerians to support efforts aimed at improving infrastructure and learning facilities at Essi College, Warri.
Bighoro made the call while speaking with newsmen during an old students’ meeting held at Otor-Udu on September 13, where he disclosed that he had “held the fort” as President of the association for the past four years.
According to him, ECOSA has remained committed to the development of the institution through regular meetings where issues affecting the school are discussed and possible avenues of support explored.
The ECOSA President noted that Essi College has produced accomplished professionals, industrialists, politicians and business leaders who have made significant contributions to society.
He attributed part of their success to the strong work ethic instilled in them during their years in the institution, particularly through the school’s motto, “I Di Labor,” which he explained means that there is no success without labour.
He said the old students consider themselves privileged to have passed through the institution and are determined to set good examples for current students while contributing to the preservation of the school’s legacy.
He stressed that ECOSA remains committed to ensuring that the necessary equipment, modern technology and infrastructure are provided to enhance teaching and learning.
Bighoro, however, expressed concern over the continued non-use of a building donated to the school by Chevron, which he said has remained inaccessible for about four years due to a dispute between the company and the contractors.
He appealed to relevant government authorities, organisations and well-meaning Nigerians to intervene in resolving the matter.
According to him, the school is also faced with the absence of essential facilities, including an examination hall and laboratory.
He emphasised that such facilities are critical to effective learning and called for urgent intervention to safeguard the legacy of Essi College as a renowned citadel of learning.
The ECOSA President also urged parents to pay close attention to the welfare and upbringing of their children as schools resume.
He advised parents to guide and monitor their children closely to prevent them from engaging in cult-related activities, drug abuse and other social vices that could negatively affect their future.
Known for his commitment to service and community impact, Hon. Sylvester Bighoro traditionally celebrates his birthday with his alma mater, and this year’s celebration was no exception, as members of the old students’ association gathered to mark the occasion and reaffirm their commitment to the development of the institution.
Also speaking at the event, Chief Collins Okubokeyhe Osilemor commended the ECOSA Worldwide President for his magnanimous efforts and dedication to hosting and supporting the association over the years.
He described Bighoro’s contributions as “superlative” and appreciated the elders and other stakeholders who attended the gathering.
Osilemor further assured the gathering that he would reach out to the relevant organisations concerning the requests and concerns raised by the association, expressing hope that the necessary support would be secured for the development of Essi College.
Elders, leaders and key stakeholders of the Ughievwen Kingdom, which forms Ughelli South Local Government Area Constituency I, on Sunday declared their unwavering commitment to deliver massive votes for every All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the 2027 general elections.
The powerful show of unity took place at a high-profile meeting of the who-is-who in Ughievwen politics, convened by the member representing Ughelli South Constituency I in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Festus Eseoghene Utuama.
The meeting was held at the residence of the late Prof. Amos Agbe Utuama in Otu-Jeremi, Delta State, and drew a cross-section of traditional rulers, political heavyweights, youth leaders and community influencers determined to present a united front.
Addressing the assembly, Hon. Festus Eseoghene Utuama expressed profound gratitude to the people for their solid backing during the just-concluded APC primary election for Ughelli South Constituency I, which he won convincingly.
“This meeting is first and foremost a thanksgiving,” Utuama told the gathering. “You stood by me, you believed in me, and you delivered victory. Today I stand before you not only as your representative but as a son of Ughievwen who is determined to repay that trust with even greater results.”
He went on to catalogue the concrete achievements of his tenure, pointing to new and renovated school infrastructure spread across several towns in the local government area.
“Classrooms that once leaked are now solid, and our children now learn in an environment that befits their future,” he said.
Utuama also highlighted economic empowerment programmes that have put cash in the hands of hundreds of constituents and secured gainful employment for many others. With the constituency now more compact than in his first term, he promised that development would become even more visible and impactful. “The smaller the space, the sharper the focus. Expect more projects, more jobs and more tangible progress in the years ahead,” he declared to thunderous applause.
Rt. Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, the member representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, equally thanked the Ughievwen people for their consistent support.
“Ughievwen has never failed me, and I will never fail Ughievwen,” Waive stated emphatically. He reeled out a list of landmark federal projects secured for the area, including the Federal Medical Centre at Ovwian and the School of Nursing at Otughievwen, describing them as life-changing institutions that would serve generations.
He further noted the progressive bills he has sponsored, some already signed into law and others advancing through the legislative process. “These are not mere documents; they are tools for development, empowerment and justice for our people,” he said. Looking ahead to a possible third term, Waive vowed to do even more. “When you re-elect me, the dividends will multiply. I urge you to extend the same love and loyalty you have shown me to every other APC candidate — from the presidential ticket down to the state assembly. Together we will make history in 2027.”
Other prominent sons of Ughievwen who addressed the meeting reinforced the call for total mobilisation. Chief Akpokiboro Patrick Fovie, former Chairman of Ughelli South Local Government Area, pledged to work tirelessly at the grassroots.
Olorogun Johnson Boro, a former Commissioner in DESOPADEC, reminded the audience of the party’s track record of delivery. Mr. Simon Mudi (popularly known as Temple), Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Protocol, and Olorogun Godwin Okporoko, Executive Assistant to the Governor on Security, both stressed the need for discipline and unity.
Olorogun Vincent Oyibode, Chairman, Udu Local Government Council, Chief Ubu Digbame Jiminyevwen, APC Youth Leader for Delta Central, and Deacon Matthew Kwode, Executive Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, along with several other speakers, promised to deploy every available structure to ensure an overwhelming margin of victory for the APC.
In a collective appeal that drew sustained applause, the leaders urged all aggrieved party members to set aside personal grievances and work for the greater good.
“The house must not be divided,” one speaker declared. “Our strength lies in our unity. Let us bury every difference and deliver the highest possible votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator Ede Dafinone, Rt. Hon. Francis Waive and Hon. Festus Utuama.
By the close of the meeting, the message was unmistakable: Ughievwen is standing as one. The elders, leaders and stakeholders left Otu-Jeremi with a clear mandate — to translate their words into action and deliver a landslide for the All Progressives Congress in 2027.
The Old Students Association of Oproza Grammar School, Patani (OGSOSA), has paid a courtesy visit to the Pere of Kabowei Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Barr. Shedrack Peremobowei Erebulu (Aduo III), with a passionate appeal for support towards the rehabilitation and development of the school.
The visit was aimed at soliciting the monarch’s intervention and support in restoring the glory of Oproza Grammar School, which, according to the association, has produced notable leaders and professionals across various sector of society.
Speaking during the visit, the President of OGSOSA, Dame Prof. Celestina Predes Kekai, appealed to the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to urgently look into the deteriorating infrastructure at the school.
She stressed that the institution had contributed immensely to the development of human capital and deserved adequate attention and maintenance.
Prof. Kekai also solicited support for the resuscitation of the school’s academic and infrastructural facilities, particularly the Physics, Science and Home Economics laboratories, as well as the provision of qualified Mathematics teachers, water and electricity.
She noted that addressing these challenges would help create a more conducive environment for teaching and learning.
The Principal of Oproza Grammar School, Oyeghe Beatrice, expressed delight at receiving the OGSOSA executives, saying she is optimistic that the visit would foster positive changes and bring renewed development to the institution.
Responding, the Pere of Kabowei Kingdom commended the OGSOSA executives for their commitment to the alma mater and advised the association to formally approach the relevant government agencies with their requests, in line with established procedures.
He, however, assured the delegates that he would do his best to ensure that their concerns received the necessary attention.
In a move towards immediate intervention, the monarch assured the delegates that the traditional chiefs of the alma mater would support the school by providing a mono pump to address its water needs.
His Royal Majesty further advised OGSOSA to organise an orientation programme for the students, exposing them to the possibilities and opportunities available to them in life.
He urged the association to inspire the students by letting them understand that they could grow to become professors, politicians and other accomplished professions who would contribute meaningfully to society.
The monarch thereafter offered prayers for the association, expressing hope that the OGSOSA executives would record tangible achievements during their tenure. He also prayed for greater blessings, success and renewed progress for Oproza Grammar School, Patani.
