By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board As we celebrate the one-year anniversary of High Chief Dr. Dennis Otuaro, PhD., serving as the Special Adviser on Special Duties to the Managing Director/CEO of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on Special Duties, it’s crucial to delve into the significant strides and transformative initiatives he has spearheaded in the

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Amidst the myriad challenges facing today’s youth, one beacon of hope shines brightly in the form of Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis’ Free JAMB Form Project. For four consecutive years, the Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly has championed the cause of education, particularly for the aspiring students of Warri

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board In Delta State, the disparity in access to higher education between upland and riverine communities remains a glaring issue that demands urgent attention. While the state boasts numerous universities and polytechnics predominantly located in upland areas, many riverine communities such as Ogulagha, Bomadi, Burutu, Gbaramatu, Patani, Ogbe-Ijoh, Egbema and Ugborodo are

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board At the heart of Ondo State lies the bustling town of Arogbo, an Ijaw kingdom nestled within the lush landscapes of the Niger Delta. It is here, amidst the swaying palms and winding creeks, that one of Nigeria’s most beloved highlife music icons, Field Marshal Chief Echo Toikumoh, first breathed life

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, has emerged as a hotspot for criminal activities, with mass robberies and gunfire plaguing the community. The situation has reached a critical point where the lives of residents, especially the students of Delta State Polytechnic, are in grave danger. Despite these alarming developments, the silence from the state

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Ambassador (Mrs.) Nwachukwu Bekenawei Endurance stands as a beacon of hope for girls across the Niger Delta, tirelessly advocating for their rights and empowerment. Armed with a formidable academic arsenal—a Master’s degree in Administration and Planning coupled with a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Management/Political Science—she embodies both scholarly acumen and fervent

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The recent disclosure made by Hon. Dekeri Anamero, who serves as the Member Representing Etsako Federal Constituency in Edo State, has brought a crucial development to light – the benevolent gesture of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, providing rice trailers to members of the House of Representatives. While Anamero has taken the

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board In the transition from one administration to the next, the concept of “continuity” plays a pivotal role in sustaining the development initiatives and projects that benefit the citizens of a state. Delta State, with its rich history and diverse populace, has experienced remarkable progress in the past, particularly in the transportation

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The stark contrast between Kano State’s recent investment in education and the educational landscape in the Niger Delta is glaring. Under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Kano State has taken a significant step by sending 1001 students abroad for postgraduate programs, an initiative that showcases the transformative power of

By the Editorial Board of GbaramatuVoice Dr. Betta Edu, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, plays a crucial role in addressing the urgent needs of the most vulnerable in our society. Today, we write this editorial as a passionate appeal to ensure that the Cash Transfer program effectively reaches those who need it the

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the weight of history, and the aspirations of the people of Delta State rest upon your shoulders. It is time to act, to step forward as a leader who can bring an end to a decades-long conflict that has marred the lives of countless individuals and communities. The

By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Deep within the intricate web of Nigeria’s Niger Delta, a compelling narrative of transformation is unfolding. Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, an indigenous powerhouse in security and environmental services, is turning the tide against oil pollution and breathing new life into the region. In an area where the fortunes of fishermen

Governor Diri, it is time to make Bayelsa a true glory of all lands By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  It is a well established truth that Bayelsa state capital, Yenagoa, is susceptible to high risk of annual flooding. It is equally a statement of fact that successive administrations in the state particularly Governor Douye Diri led

TOMPOLO’S TANTITA: A private security actor that saved the nation By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board   It is pedestrian information that the Federal Government of Nigeria through the instrumentality of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), amids criticism contracted Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL, a private but famous security actor in Nigeria, where High

Those in Buhari’s administration who failed Niger Delta region (Pt 1) By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  After eight years of president Muhammadu led Federal Government. GbaramatuVoice casts an objective look at illustrious sons and daughters of Niger Delta region that served in that government. Their performances and contribution towards the development of the region while in

How Governor Oborevwori can make promised special attention to Warri achievable  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  It is by all standards a heartening news that Governor of Delta State, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori on Monday, May 29, 2023, pledged to build on the legacy of the outgone Governor of the State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa adding that he

PAP: Why Barry Ndiomu’s N1.5 billion cooperative scheme for ex-agitators is another scorecard of failure By GabaramatuVoice Editorial Board The latest report that Major General Barry Tariye Ndiomu (Retd), the Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program, with few days to the expiration of the President Muhammadu Buhari led Federal Government, under which he operates,

NDDC’s 2023 Budget: Another insincere attempt to develop Niger Delta By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Like every well meaning Niger Deltan and critical stakeholders, GbaramatuVoice has watched with dismay and describes as critically insufficient the recently passed 2023 budget of N876 billion for the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), by the Senate of the Federal Republic

Isaac Adaka Boro: What enemies of Niger Delta region do not want the people to know By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board A few days ago, the Ijaw nation at both home and abroad and of course the entire Niger Delta region celebrated 55th day of Isaac Jasper Boro, an iconic Ijaw freedom fighter who was born

GbaramatuVoice tour by boat to creeks and coastal communities of Delta and Bayelsa states will reveal that the much-anticipated end in sight of gas flaring is actually not in sight.

VIRAL VIDEO: Calling on NMU Governing Board, Federal Government to tackle acute water scarcity in the school By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  Each passing day brings to mind the fact that the underdevelopment and neglect of Niger Delta region is not restricted to its environment and people, but affects everything that has to do with the

Who is in charge of the daily management of the NDDC, board Chairman or the Managing Director?

Presidential Amnesty Programme: Time to lift embargo on the scholarship scheme By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  A few months ago, it was reported that the Presidential Amnesty Programme, contrary to expectations of both the youths of the region and other critical stakeholders, suspended its scholarship scheme without recourse to the harmful effects of such decisions. Giving

An open letter to Peter Obi on his call to Obidient members to vote Labour Party’s candidates  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The recent directive by Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra state and Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the just concluded Presidential election in the country, calling on all members of

DELTA 2023: Contradictions surrounding Obidient Movement meetings with other governorship candidates  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  Going by media reports, the members of Obidient Movement have held separate but related meetings with different governorship candidates in Delta state, as part of the group’s efforts to form alliance with any party whose candidate is deemed most qualified

A glance at Tantita’s pipeline surveillance contract, seven months after By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board About seven months ago, the Federal Government of Nigeria in her wisdom, through the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), awarded a crude oil bearing pipeline surveillance Contract to Tantita Security Services Limited. So many reactions and criticism trailed such action

Governorship Poll: Why Deltans must resist the temptation to sell their PVCs  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board A recent investigation by GbaramatuVoice reveals that some unscrupulous politicians and their political parties in Delta state are working round the clock to financially induce electorates into selling their Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) ahead of the Saturday, March 11,

Memo to the incoming Governor of Delta state – Part II By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board It is no longer news that the long awaited governorship election in Delta state is just a few days away. What is however, newsy is that out of the sixteen (16) of you that currently angle to succeed Governor Ifeanyi

Who approved the location of NELMIC gas plant in Effurun residential area? By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The recent painful fire incident that gutted NELMIC Gas Plant along the popular Effurun-Sapele road in Effurun, near Jakpa junction, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta state, has again shown that while majority of states in the country has

Matters arising from Ejele’s marriage promise to Isoko women By GbaramtuVoice Editorial Board Evang. Michael Diden aka Ejele, is a household name in Delta state politics. Currently, he is the Chairman, Delta State Oil Producing Area Development Commission (DESOPADEC). He was also a former Member of the Delta state House of Assembly (DTHA), where he

13% Derivation: How Pa Clark’s letter to Governor Okowa vindicates GbaramatuVoice The latest declaration by the Ijaw national leader and convener of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, that Governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, truly mismanaged the state resources, has again vindicated GbaramatuVoice Newspaper and confirmed as right the newspaper’s

Why Delta State Government must address incessant kidnappings, robbery attacks along Effurun-Sapele Expressway  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board For the past five months, there has been a heightened report about incessant armed robbery attacks on motorists and other innocent travelers along Effurun-Sapele Expressway, precisely at the two part of the road from Aziza junction to Adeje,

Facts those selling Naira notes must not fail to remember By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board Like every new invention which comes with both challenges and opportunities, GbaramtuVoice observes with dissatisfaction that the latest directive by Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) about the deadline on old N200, N500, N1000 Naira notes have created ‘great’ business opportunities for

Edo Modular Refinery: Lessons Niger Delta governors, FG must draw from Godwin Obaseki  By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board  Gbaramatuvoice observes with pride some new developments in the Niger Delta region which indicates hopeful signs that the current leadership challenge bedeviling the region may not be total. Latest example to this ray of hope is the news

Have Niger Deltans truly benefitted from the PTDF scholarship? By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), going by its enabling Act is a Federal Government Agency established in the year 2000, to lay a lasting foundation for growth and development, develop indigenous human capacity and petroleum technology to meet the needs of