7 h. ago Troops destroy 14 illegal refining sites, arrests 16 suspected oil thieves in Niger Delta

Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have intensified operations against illegal oil refining activities in the Niger Delta. read more Troops destroy 14 illegal refining sites, arrests 16 suspected oil thieves in Niger Delta

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15 h. ago We Are Giving Presidential Amnesty Programme Human Face – Otuaro

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has said that his reforms at the PAP are aimed at giving the programme a human face and to help develop the people of the Niger Delta for a better future. He explained that this formed part of his resolve to add value to the […]

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25 h. ago Harassment allegations: Leave our son alone — Niger Delta women warn Natasha

Tribune Online Harassment allegations: Leave our son alone — Niger Delta women warn Natasha Mathias noted that if Natasha continued with such allegations, they would pray to God to release a "spiritual cane" to put her in order. Harassment allegations: Leave our son alone — Niger Delta women warn Natasha Tribune Online

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37 h. ago N’Delta Youths Knock S’Court Oder To Seize Rivers Allocation

Pan Niger Delta Youths has condemned Supreme Court over its recent verdict on Central Bank of Nigeria to seize Rivers allocation. PANDYEF in a statement on Saturday, by its Spokesman Chika Adiele, described the apex Court’s judgement as an economic sabotage to the people of the state. The group noted that the court verdict was […] The post N’Delta Youths Knock S’Court Oder To Seize Rivers Allocation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago N’Delta youths fault S’Court order to seize Rivers allocation

THE Pan Niger Delta Youths has described the Supreme Court order to the Central Bank of Nigeria to seize Rivers allocation as an economic sabotage to the people of the state. The Niger Delta group said the court verdict was capable of truncating the peace and sustainable development being provided by the State Governor, Siminalayi Read More

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55 h. ago FAAC allocation: Reconsider your ruling on Rivers, PANDEF urges Supreme Court

Tribune Online FAAC allocation: Reconsider your ruling on Rivers, PANDEF urges Supreme Court The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed profound concern and dismay over the recent Supreme Court pronouncement, which halted the disbursement of funds from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) to Rivers State. PANDEF urged the apex court to reconsider its decision in the supreme interest of economic stability, social justice, and national unity. […] FAAC allocation: Reconsider your ruling on Rivers, PANDEF urges Supreme Court Tribune Online

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58 h. ago Rivers: ‘An invitation for war’, Niger Delta group reacts to S’Court verdicts

Tribune Online Rivers: ‘An invitation for war’, Niger Delta group reacts to S’Court verdicts Expressing disappointment, the statement read: "It is an invitation for war and against equity, justice and fair play. Rivers: ‘An invitation for war’, Niger Delta group reacts to S’Court verdicts Tribune Online

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2 d. ago PANDEF urges S’Court to review judgment on Rivers allocation

The Pan Niger Delta Forum has called for a reconsideration of the Supreme Court’s ruling on the suspension of allocations to Rivers State. The apex court had, on Friday, upheld a Federal High Court’s decision directing the Central Bank of Nigeria to withhold funds meant for local government areas in Rivers State. In a statement Read More

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4 d. ago Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, othres as Diri empowers 2,800

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has honoured former president, Goodluck Jonathan as an Ambassador of Education for his contribution to the development and growth of education in the state. Also honoured were the former governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission […] The post Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, othres as Diri empowers 2,800 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, others as Diri empowers 2,800

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has honoured former president, Goodluck Jonathan as an Ambassador of Education for his contribution to the development and growth of education in the state. Also honoured were the former governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission […] The post Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, others as Diri empowers 2,800 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Niger Delta Task Force Pledges To Stabilise Downstream Operations 

A Niger Delta anti-pipeline vandalisation group, the Anti-Pipeline Vandalisation/Oil Theft & Illegal Bunkering Task Force, has commended the executive vice president of Downstream at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Isiyaku Abdullahi, over ongoing reforms, performance and successes recorded in the downstream of the oil and gas sector. According to the task force, the […]

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4 d. ago NGO retrains security agencies, others in curbing violence in Delta

In a bid to reduce violence and criminality in Delta State, an international non-governmental organisation, Search for Common Ground has retrained security agencies and other stakeholders on violence and crime in the state. The organization which was saddled with the responsibility of deepening peace in the Niger Delta, with support from the European Union and Read More

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4 d. ago N’Delta monarch warns against sabotage, calls for PAP stipend review

The traditional ruler of the oil and gas-rich Idjerhe kingdom in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State, His Majesty Obukowho Monday Whiskey, Udurhie I, has cautioned against what he tagged the ‘pull-him-down syndrome’ among some people in the Niger Delta region. The frontline monarch advocated for “sustained peace and greater understanding among Niger Read More

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5 d. ago Liquidity crisis impeding Nigeria’s power sector growth – Adighije, MD NDPHC

Jennifer Adighije is the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). She holds a master’s degree in read more Liquidity crisis impeding Nigeria’s power sector growth – Adighije, MD NDPHC

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6 d. ago NDDC Launches Statewide Campaign Against Substance Abuse In Schools

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has initiated a statewide campaign aimed at combating substance abuse in selected secondary schools across Calabar in Cross River State. This campaign, launched in partnership with key stakeholders, including government agencies, security organisations, and educational institutions, seeks to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse, empower them to […]

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7 d. ago Ijaw youths hail Tinubu for boosting oil production, economic growth

The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu for the increased oil and gas production and improved security in the Niger Delta. The youths also praised the President for the economic growth in the Niger Delta and the increased investment in infrastructure and human capital development. In a statement on Monday, the President Read More

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7 d. ago Linking Niger Delta takes a boost as minister commissions Abraka

The drive by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to link the oil region seems to receive a boost at read more Linking Niger Delta takes a boost as minister commissions Abraka-Oben Road rebuilt by NDDC

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7 d. ago Nigerian Army Dismantles 18 Illegal Refining Sites, Arrests 17 Suspects In Niger Delta

The Nigerian Army has launched a crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta region, demolishing 18 illegal refining sites and arresting 17 suspects. The operation, as disclosed on Sunday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, took place between February 17 and 23, covered Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States. According to the statement of Danjuma Jonah, […] The post Nigerian Army Dismantles 18 Illegal Refining Sites, Arrests 17 Suspects In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Jumoke Oduwole, has called on Nigerians to preserve the legacy that the late Pa. Ayo Adebanjo laid down before his demise. She made this call during her visit to the family of the deceased in Lekki yesterday. “We need to appreciate the impactful life he lived, […] The post Minister, YCE, Niger Delta group call for unity amid founding fathers’ passing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NDDC charges NDSF organising committee to deliver successful festival

The Executive Director Finance and Administration at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Alabo Boma Iyaye, on Friday charged the members of the Main Organising Committee (MOC) and Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) to organise a successful festival that will be a benchmark for their regions in the country. […] The post NDDC charges NDSF organising committee to deliver successful festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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