The GbaramatuVoice was established in 2015 as a monthly tabloid published by the Gbaramatu Publishing Company Limited. It hit the newsstand first on August 2015. The newspaper’s sole objective is to bring to public glare what the management saw at the cradle of its formation as information gap and asymmetrical reportage of the activities and people of the Niger Delta.
Nigerian music megastar, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido, has reacted to a claim by Amaju Pinnick, former President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), that he failed to honour a contract after collecting $94,000. GbaramatuVoice had reported how Amaju Pinnick, while speaking at the 19th edition of Warri Again, expressed displeasure that Davido failed
…Akwa-Ibom N130bn, Bayelsa N92bn, Rivers N92bn Nine oil producing states shared N544.9 billion from the federation account, through the 13 percent derivation formula, in the first half of 2023. National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data showed that Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers were states that received the funds. The
Those nominated into the board and management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu were yesterday confirmed by the Senate. They were confirmed after their screening by the Committee of the Whole. The NDDC board members are: Chiedu Ebie (Chairman, Delta); Dr. Samuel Ogbuku (Managing Director/CEO, Bayelsa); Boma Iyaye (Executive
Pastor Enoch Adeboye has prayed to God to heal Nigeria, asking citizens to also pray for the betterment of the nation. The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) said this on Sunday during the church’s October Thanksgiving Service and Nigeria’s 63rd Independent Day celebration. Pastor Adeboye spoke on the topic ‘Freedom
…Says existing constitutional framework no longer addresses challenges facing Nigeria The Niger Delta Congress (NDC), a socio-political organisation representing all the ethnic nationalities of the Niger Delta region, has demanded for the immediate convening of a constitutional conference. NDC stated that the existing constitutional framework no longer adequately addresses the challenges facing the country. Stressing
Niger Delta leaders and stake holders are set to partner with Oxytane Africa Investments Limited to forge a synergy that will help reduce consumption of fuel and reduce air pollution that is killing over 68,000 Nigerians every year. Oxytane Africa Investments Limited, a global brand currently present in 27 countries is an affiliate of Oxytane
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has announced the commencement of the application process for its 2023/2024 Foreign Post Graduate (Masters) Scholarship Programme. This marks a significant stride in the Commission’s unwavering commitment to fostering human resource development and empowerment of the youths in the Niger Delta region. Aiming to cultivate empowerment and specialization, this initiative
Anglo Dutch oil giant, Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) has been urged to relate separately with a different Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) instituted by seven communities in its Estuaries Area, EA, in Eketemor Local Government of Bayelsa state. The Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) (2021) assented to by President Muhammadu Buhari on August 16, 2021,
The pastor told his congregation that he would represent them before the gate of death, and he would delay the gate of death from swallowing his congregants.
Justice Inyang Eden Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking disqualification of former Petroleum Resources Minister, Timipre Sylva from contesting the November governorship election in Bayelsa State. The suit instituted against the All Progressive Congress (APC), Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Sylvia was thrown out for want of
The Honourable Minister of Niger Delta Development, Hon. Abubakar Momoh, on Sunday met with the former leader of the defunct Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND), High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo, in Oporoza, headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta state. The minister also met with the Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Oboro-Gbaraun
The Seventh Day Adventist Church, on Saturday, sealed off its Abia North Conference at Umuoriehi, in Umuahia North Local Government Area, over leadership crisis rocking the headquarters. The church leaders sent the worshippers out of the church premises and locked the gate with a padlock immediately after Saturday’s service. They displayed placards with different inscriptions
The Police on Friday arraigned three teenagers before a Grade l Area Court in Lugbe, Abuja, for allegedly causing public nuisance. According to Guardian, the suspects, Nasiru Abdullahi, 18, Usman Jabrin, 17, and Aliyu Adamu, 18, all of whom have no fixed address, were arraigned on charges of conspiracy and public nuisance. They, however, pleaded
By Samuel Ebikeme Abai The new Orosuen of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, HRM Ogheneochuko Morris Eyekpimi Egbobonyen, Owhotemu II, has been presented with staff of office from the Executive Governor of Delta state, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, represented by his Deputy, Chief Monday Onyeme. The ceremony which took place at the premises of the Orusuen’s palace in
By Enaibo Asiayei & Chairman Ojumiri A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), Ernest Bebenimibo Foundation (EBF), has called on federal, state and local governments to partner with progressive organizations and civil society groups to improve quality of education and learning in the Niger Delta. The founder of the NGO, Deacon Ernest Bebenimibo, who made this known on
By Silvia Oribhabor Some fans in Effurun and Warri areas of Delta State on Thursday joined thousands to marched across Nigeria, over the last week mysterious death of an Afrobeat star, late Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as MohBad, whose body has been exhumed for an autopsy as authorities investigate the cause of his demise. Lagos
By Samuel Ebikeme Abai Youths in Warri, on Thursday night, held a candlelight session for late Nigerian rapper, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, aka MOHBAD. The 27-year-old died on September 12 and was buried the following day. See photos below:
By Jessica Eyituoyor Maku Protesters on Thursday took over streets in Warri, Delta state, to protest the death of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. [ALSOREAD] MOHBAD: Warri Joins #JusticeForMohbad Protest (PHOTOS) The protesting youths, who spoke with GbaramatuVoice, insisted that the Nigeria Police must bring both Naira Marley and Sam
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku has disclosed that the commission has been repositioned to bring about the much needed growth and development to inspire hope in the Niger Delta region. Ogbuku said the NDDC is now largely focusing on sustainable partnerships in manpower and infrastructural development, with
By Daniel Abolaji Jejelaye Fans and mourners in Warri and Effurun areas of Delta state, have joined in the call for justice for late Nigerian music artist, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. (VIDEO) THE STORY SO FAR ON THE DEAD OF MOHBAD – His death and the heartbreaking story behind it The protest
By Enaibo Asiayei There is panic among residents of Ayakoromo communities in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta state as water level continues to rise. GbaramatuVoice team observing the water levels from the Burutu area on Wednesday, reports that the fear being expressed by the residents of Ayakoromo communities was not unfounded. See photos below.
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited said 234 incidences of illegal connections, refineries, amongst others, were recorded in several oil-producing states in the Niger Delta region between September 9 to 15, 2023. NNPC said the total incidences recorded were higher compared with the 148 incidences of illegal connections and refineries reported between September 2
These are the top news across Nigeria and around the world that might interest you today, Wednesday, September 20, 2023. The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, says Nigeria has failed the Niger Delta region because of the level of poverty experienced in the region. Obi spoke on
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, on Monday, inaugurated the special investigative team put together to unravel circumstances surrounding the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad.
Presidential Amnesty Programme flags-off aviation training program for ex-agitators
The President of Ijaw Diaspora Council (IDC), Professor Mondy Selle Gold, has promised that the group is poised to stop flooding in the Niger Delta. Professor Gold made this known on Saturday (16/9/2023) in London when she spoke at the Ijaw Women’s Association of United Kingdom’s Culture and 36th Anniversary celebration, stated that a fund
His sister, Tolu Odukoya Ijogun is the new associate Pastor of the Church.
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The President-General in the statement titled 'AN URGENT APPEAL TO DELTA STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS: COME TO OUR AID AND SAVE US FROM DEVASTATING FLOOD OCCASIONED BY EXTREME RAINFALL,' noted that they are obviously in an emergency situation that the government of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the Federal Government, and their relevant agencies must intervene,
A major shake-up has occurred at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) which has led to the compulsory retirement of three Executive Vice Presidents and their replacements announced. They are Abdulkabir Ahmed (Gas, Power and New Energies), Engr Adokiye Tombomieye (Upstream) and Adeyemi Adetunji (Downstream). The trio has been replaced with Olalekan Ogunleye (EVP
The chairman of Dewayles Group of Company, High Chief Victor Egukawhore, has hosted the governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, in his country home to discuss issues on infrastructural development of the state and equity contributions to drive the state’s developmental agenda. The business mogul received the governor in Okpolo/Enhwe in Isoko South local government
The British High Commission says it will explore partnerships with the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, with a focus on renewable, clean energy and green infrastructure in the Niger Delta region.
Premium Steel and Mines Limited, current owners and operators of the defunct Delta Steel Company, Ovwian-Aladja, Delta State, has again cautioned land speculators and property developers to be wary of landed property acquired by the Federal Government of Nigeria for the purpose of developing the largest integrated steel complex in sub-Sahara Africa, adding that those
The Minister of Niger Delta Development (MNDD), Engr. Abubakar Momoh, has begun consultation with state Governors to ensure that the road which connects almost all the states of the South-South region receives the best of attention under his leadership. Momoh began the consultation yesterday with courtesy call to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone, has called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State-led administration to commence vital projects within the Ijaw areas in the state. The group identified the projects as Ayakoromor Bridge, Ogulagha-Odimodi Road, the School of Marine Burutu Permanent Site, and Other Essential Projects IYC threatened that failure of their
