IMC "II NOT SUCCUMB TO BLACKMAIL BECAUSE OUR MISSION & VISION TO CHANGE THE NDDC's NARRATIVES REMAINS PRIORITIZED~ OJOUGBOH

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The NDDC's Executive Director of Project, Dr Cairo Ojougboh has recently said that the Members of the Interim Management Committee, Niger Delta Developement Commission will not succumb to blackmail in its quest to ensure that the Niger Delta Developement Commission is repositioned towards actualising its Goals.

Dr Ojougboh who declared this through his Special Adviser on Media & Communication, Sir. Gabriel Choba made it clear that "the INTERIM MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE shares with President Muhammadu Buhari, his vision to RESCUE the commission". It is on this regard, he cautioned critics to be mindful of Hate Speeches and be constructive in their criticisms so as to be free from all legal actions.

The EDP Boss who also highlighted further, has said that "he being an indigene of one of the Niger Delta states, a region that has been deprived of SIGNIFTICANT DEVELOPMENTS over the years partly because NDDC which should have been the driver of DEVELOPMENTS in the region has been given to petty Politics. Hence, “I dare say the TIME has COME for us to embrace CHANGE for the sake of the people in the region who are subjected to untold Hardship". he said.

Emphasizing further , “We are on the same page with Mr President  to see that, the NDDC is being  REPOSITIONED AND RESCUED  as appropriate. As such, I am on the good side of history to partake in this worthy course because it is a responsibility and this is exactly what i will do.” he noted.

NDDC PROBE: NASS MEMBER'S ARE THE CRIMINALS ~ OJOUGBOH

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The Executive Director (Projects) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Cairo Ojougboh, recently damned the probe of the commission by the National Assembly, where it was alleged that lawmakers ruined the AGENCY for 20 years through PROXY CONTRACT awards. He said the probe was masterminded to witchhunt and dissuade members of the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the commission from delivering on its terms of assignment. He said the National Assembly was most disturbed that the office of the Minister of the Niger Delta was calling the shot at the commission, which to them, was unusual.

Ojougboh spoke at the palace of the Asagba of Asaba, Obi Chike Edozien, in Asaba, Delta State, recently, before inaugurating the POLICE EQUIPMENT FUND, worth N450 million. He alleged that the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federal (SGF) and the National Assembly had reportedly liquidated the commission in the past 20 years.

He said the IMC came to being to SANITISE the SYSTEM by MOPPING-UP the messy situation the commission has been plunged into. He said: “I don’t believe I should play politics in the palace. The truth must be told. For 20 years, there was nothing on ground to show for the existence of the commission. IMC is out to make a DIFFERENCE, this they don’t want. The money they told 1,411 persons to refund was paid to very many persons. “The Senators are the contractors of NDDC. As we speak, all the crimes they perpetrated in the past 20 years in NDDC were done through the office of the SGF. We have the files of how the National Assembly ruined the commission.” “We will not allow this criminality to be returned to that office.

 

They tampered with many budgets of the commission, that is CRIMINAL? What kind of country are we? Their extent of CRIMINALITY is to be awarding contracts to themselves. We have the record's to show how the NASS through it Chairmen ruined the commission. “We have it through Mutu (Nicholas, a Delta House of Representatives members), to Manager (James, the Senator for Delta South), to Nwaoboshi (Peter, the Senator for Delta North). Most of the payments we made were to National Assembly nominees.” “I have not stolen any money. The money paid into my account was for the trip i was to embark upon but was postponed as a result of COVID-19.”

He urged the monarch to protect the interest of the Anioma nation, the oil producing area of Delta state and the Niger Delta region and prevent the National Assembly from subsuming the commission under the office of the SGF again. The monarch, who described Ojougboh as a “well-known and dedicated fighter in Nigeria politics”, said he perceived something more than probe to the impasse between the National Assembly and the commission.

WE "II FOCUS MORE ON THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR TO CREATE JOB OPPORTUNITIES AND EMPOWERMENTS FOR YOUTHS TO MAKE THEMSELVES INDEPENDENT AND RELIABLE~ OJOUGBOH

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The Acting Executive Director of Project NDDC, Dr Cairo Ojougboh has recently appraised hope of alleviating the  burden accompained  with unemployment among youths in Edo state and in same vein given reasons to vote for the state's All Progressive Congress Governorship Candidate, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu.

While addressing YOUTHS on Saturday 8th, August'20 at the All Progressive Congress Governorship rally  for  Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu as the party's candidate in the forthcoming Election slated to hold 19th September'20, the EDP BOSS has said that the administration if voted in will drive it's focus more on the Youths precisely on employment and Job creation/ Empowerment, so as to engage the YOUTHS on Meaniful self reliance even in this era  of digitalization and  globalization.

Dr Ojougboh who emphasized on the importance of "YOUTHS SKILL ACQUISITION TRAINING", highlighted that YOUTHS are the Strength of any Nation and if you get it RIGHT with them, you have the NATION on the RIGHT path.

Seemingly,  the Interim Management Committee (IMC), will double it's efforts to engage more YOUTHS and all STAKEHOLDERS in the Niger Delta Region in Subsequent Training Programs where Youths will be self employed to add  value to the Socio-Economic developement of our environment in the nearest future; he further noted.

Speaking further, the EDP Boss has also stressed the need for the YOUTHS, MEN and WOMEN to Organize themselves in Co-operative groups so to enable them have easier access to fundings provided through MICRO FINANCE SUPPORT PROGRAMMES of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC); Noting that YOUTHS would be exposed to different trainings soon to prepare them to BENEFIT HIGH from the Commission’s TRAINING PROGRAMMES as the commission also will also equip them to be self-employed through Agricultural Programme amongst others.

Meanwhile, it is important to note that as the IMC aims for a better Niger Delta , the INTERIM MANAGEMENT C'TTEE cannot  spend without BUDGETARY APPROVAL. As such, the National Assembly should consider the timely passage of the NDDC 2020 budget into law to allow the commission meet up with her target inline with NEXT LEVEL AGENDA of President Mohammadu BUHARI led Federal Government, because, we cannot spend without budgetary approval. Hence , when that is done the Management Board will Immediately swing into action that will benefit all NIGER DELTANS from different prospect of Developing the region.

In conclusion he said: "I assure you on behalf of the Interim Management Committee that we will do everything possible to make sure that we touch the lives of everybody in the region to make a difference as expected. Noted that empowering the people was as important as executing Development Projects, since, according to him (EDP), “the people have to be alive and well to use the Projects.

NDDC : FORENSIC AUDIT IS THE WAY TO GO ~ Vincent Oshiagwu.

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Written by:

Vincent Oshiagwu.

Whether we accept it or not, the Forensic Audit ordered by President Muhammadu Buhari for the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, is the only solution to the many years of looting, rape and decay in the commission and challenges of underdevelopment in the Niger Delta region. 

It will be recalled that the Audit followed a request made by Governors of the nine Oil producing states sometime in April, 2019. 

The governors while lamenting the rot in the NDDC noted that the reason for the call for a proper forensic audit exercise is to help highlight areas of strength and weaknesses of the Commission. Indeed, It was a call described by many as "clarion".

This  call however, birthed the unrelenting and focused 3-man Interim Management Committee, IMC of the NDDC, made up of experienced, upright and intelligent polticians with untainted reputation and intact integrity; such as, Hon. Chief. Dr. Cairo Ojougboh and Prof. Pondei appointed by the President with a mandate to audit the commission and assuage the largely angry and disappointed people of the region.

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The president, having frowned at the rot and utter mismanagement of the NDDC over these long years, has through this forensic audit demonstrated how deeply committed he is to seeing accountability of stewardship that will rejig the commission and address the unfortunate paradox, aimed at serving the people of the Niger Delta region properly and adequately.

It is imperative at this point therefore, to emphatically state and note that the natural resources from the Niger Delta area makes Nigeria the sixth largest Oil producing nation in the world, yet well over sixty seven per cent ( 67) of the people live below the poverty line with accompanying parlous education , health , sanitation , job creation, water and infrastructure despite millions of naira annually budgeted into the Niger Delta Development Commission by the Federal Government since it's establishment about twenty years ago. 

Now, considering the magnitude of corruption in the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, where many contracts were awarded, even to some senators and House of Representative members from the Niger Delta states, paid for but not executed, will anyone on his right thinking cap have any reason to argue that the Forensic audit as solution to the perennial decay is not sacrosanct ? In my opinion, it is more than sacrosanct. 

In fact, to say the forensic audit is a timeless necessity and the best way to go for now is to clearly state the obvious even as members of the committee continues to reiterate their unyielding determination to manage the forensic audit of the NDDC in an extremely transparent manner.

On this backdrop, therefore, those thieves in our government whose interest it is to loot should now get ready to account for their stewardship and possibly face justice rather than the prevalent campagin of calumny and obnoxious political blackmail/ gimmick garnished-with-lies call for the heads of members of the Interim Management Committee, IMC. 

Viewing personaly, it is madness and the hight of insensitivity to the unsavouring plight of the people of the Niger Delta region for anyone to call for the scrapping of the Interim Management Committee, IMC; As members of the committee are doing great jobs and should be applauded, not vilified for the good job they are doing.  As such, those sponsoring media attacks on the Interim Management Committee, IMC, should know that Mr. President knew they ( corrupt criminal elements) will fight back to resist the forensic audit and will fight back at the right time.

For instance, these criminal politicians are gradually exposing themselves with their fears. They are so dead-scared of being called to account for their unholy stewardship, making it obvious that their action remains to derail the forensic audit ordered by President Muhammadu Buhari . Notwithstanding, whether they like it or not, the Forensic Audit/ Interim Management Committee is the way to go. 

Lastly, these  criminal persons in exalted political offices ought to have known before now that their actions were expected and a space created to accommodate their blackmail ab initio. 

When the Interim Management, IMC came in with the mandate to drive the forensic audit, it was well aware that it will have enemies but truth is people who have unjustly benefitted from the system will be brought to book. They are the same people fighting back. People like this don’t have any other arsenal other than to resort to the media because the media gives them space to vent their venom. 

Nonetheless,  it is a yes yes for forensic audit and the IMC.

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Ovwian Community Election: Chief Daddy Osimini stands as the Best to rule as President General ~ Philip Onome

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By Philip Onome

As the battle for who becomes the next President General of Ovwian Community in Udu Local Government Area gets tough, the cap of rulership seem to best fit Chief Godwin Daddy Osimini in the forthcoming Ovwian Community Election slated to hold on the 26th of December,2020.

Chief Osimini popularly Knonwn as Daddy, from findings stands as the best for the job ahead following his anticidents and successes recorded over the years in different serving capacities. 

Amongst those vying for the President General Position includes; Chief Godwin Daddy Osimini, Hon. Alfred Urukpe, Mr. Okubio and Albert Giagbolor respectively.

But from findings, it is obvious that Chief Osimini and Hon Urukpe tends to be the  major contenders in the struggle. 

However, feelers notwithstanding  Chief Godwin's oppossition has asserted that the Chief Godwin may clinch the seat of Ovwian Community President considering his humbleness, manifesto and willingness to serve his Community selflessly. 

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On the other hand, Hon Urukpe to whom many consider as Chief Godwin's major contender is being described by many as one with a pompous personality  due to his poor familiarization with people. 

To further describe Chief Godwin Daddy Osimini's personality as opposed to his major percieved contender, he is one  known by many to be a cool headed, an humble son of the soil who has the pains of his people at heart and one whom has continued to fight for the development of his Community over the years.

Seemingly, following the security, economic and unemployment bridge by successive administration of the community with large numbers of unemployed and unskilled Youths in the community, Chief Godwin Daddy Osimini in a chat with Journalists has said; " because I truly have the pains of my people at heart, I took time to know the major reasons our Community youths are being dropped out from work yearly in companies cited in the Community. 

Further stating, it is also evident that lack of ideas has also drastically reduced the economic strenght of the community.

Hence,  I have vowed to return sacked workers back to work, make negotiations for more employments of our  youths both men and women, provide great ideals to boost the economic system of the community and also attract more investment within a Short period of stay in office, if  elected as the President General of Ovwian Community come 26th December 2020". 

On Security, Chief Osimini has also promised to restore peace and security in the community and return Ovwian back to the days where residents could sleep with their two eyes closed, adding that security is one of the major reason for retrogression in the community but that will stop when he assumes Office in December 2020. 

On skill acquisition, the Humble Presidential Aspirant, further promised to create a skill acquisition programme for Ovwian Community throughout his term in office with provision of starter parks for beneficiaries/graduands from the Community. Noting that it  is a wake up call to stop youth restiveness and underdevelopment which has been in the increase over the years and has not been given attention to by successive administrations.

However, considering Chief Osimini's profile being one who hails from Uduvwurhie quarters of Ovwian community, having served as financial secretary Uduorho qauters, Financial secretary and vice Oghuvwie Chairman (Youth) Uduvwurhie quarters; If giving the opportunity to serve will make the best President General of Ovwian Community. Hence, a call for a mass support .

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Just in : Peaceful protest turns bloody as police allegedly kills one in Ozoro, Delta State~Matty Demes

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OZORO -  Following several  outcries,complaints and protest by members of the public, interest groups and concerned institutions on the rising  cases on police brutality, extrajudicial killings, harrassment and maltreatment , the residents of ozoro community in Delta State have been awakened to a "peaceful protest turned bloody as police allegedly kills one".

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Information which  reached our newsroom at about 10:05am this day 2nd August 2020, was that a young man whose identity is yet to be ascertained was alledgely killed by member (s) of the Nigeria Police Force yet to be identified too during a peaceful protest against police brutality in Ozoro around Ala square .

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Below however is an information obtained via an interview with an eye witness who pleaded anonymity during a chat session with Matty Demes delegate on arrival , viz:

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"Can you please tell us what you know know about the event which led to the death of the deceased?"

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"Well, the protest was about police harrasing and arresting boys . Most times what they do most especially if you are carrying dread , they would just hold you and tell you to bring your phone".

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Further speaking, "the next thing they do is take you to the police or the next thing they do is that they ask you to bring money. The young men being fed about the situation took it to the street with placards to protest so as to tell the Federal and State Governments about their pains and how the police are harrasing them over their rights and on that process, the police drove down the scene".

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"While trying to make an arrest precisely to apprehend the deceased, angry youths made attempts to restrict the apprehension which subsequently led to a forceful approach from the police and an inadvertent stab on the deceased thereby leading to his death".

Meanwhile, the Police was yet to confirm the incident aas efforts made to reach the authority prooved abortive upon arrival by the team.

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"The IMC must not relent, this FORENSIC AUDIT must be completed and those found wanting must be made to pay the price as a deterrent to others"~OJEMEH

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The major enemies of the current administrations are those instigating the NASS against the IMC, with a calculated attempt to disrupt the ongoing FORENSIC AUDIT, they pretend to be Strong supporters of Mr President and at the same time fighting, backstabbing the Government Appointees for their selfish reason.

The YOUTHS ACTIVIST Comr Ojemeh Emmanuel who gave the above assertion also pointed out that the Interim Management Committee of the NIGER DELTA DEVELOPEMENT COMMISSION will do BETTER if detractors will shelves their sword and take part of Peace added that the needed Change can only drive in a peaceful Environment

He therefore, urged the Interim Management Committee of the NDDC not to relent in their efforts to move the Agency of CORRUPTION free COMMISSION he noted.

 Mr Ojemeh, in a statement on Sunday, also advised the NDDC MANAGEMENT TEAM to ensure that the ongoing FORENSIC AUDIT of the Commission is taken to its logical conclusion.

He said efforts by CORRUPT POLITICIANS and some erring CONTRACTORS including Staff to frustrate the AUDIT exercise through cooked lies against members of the Interim Management Committee of the Commission should be resisted.

He challenged those he described as “faceless groups” behind insinuations that the current Management Team is allocating to themselves billions" to publish their facts, if any, or stop their blackmail attempt.

Going forward Ojemeh noted that the NDDC Interim Management Committee need the support of all, especially critical stakeholders in the region to succeed.

He said: “It is very sad that Niger Deltans especially some YOUTHS in the region have allowed themselves to be misled by CORRUPT POLITICIANS and erring CONTRACTORS who have been syphoning the patrimony of the Niger Delta through the NDDC.

These corrupt politicians and Contractors are enemies of the Niger Delta, they don’t want CHANGE; they want the status quo to remain so they can continue to fritter our wealth away, hence the Campaigns full of lies to detracts the Interim Management Committee from their mission drive and focused.

“They have thrown caution to the wind and are churning out outright lies through their proxies, hoping that their lies will stick in an effort to put a stop to the FORENSIC AUDIT that is being carried out in the NDDC.

The Interim Management Committee must not relent, this FORENSIC AUDIT must be completed and those found wanting must be made to pay the price as a deterrent to others.

“These corrupt politicians and contractors whose stock in trade is to get jobs from NDDC and after mobilization, abscond and abandon the project, have tried to compromise the IMC to no avail, they have now resorted to outright propaganda, blackmail and threat to life of Management Team Members, all in a bid to dissuade them from carrying out their mandate.

He said this is an opportunity to put the NDDC on the right part so that the average Niger Deltan can benefit from the NDDC as under her leadership, the NDDC will fulfill its mandate to the Niger Delta.