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Ezekudene frowns against police molestation, calls for caution

A popular traditional doctor in Agbor, Chief Destiny Ijiebor, popularly known as, Ezekudene has frowned at the alleged molestation and arrest of one of his boys, Abraham Nmor by police officers serving in Obiaruku Police Division. Chief Ijiebor who holds the traditional titles of Ekwueme of Ejeme Aniogor, Ezekudene of Ejeme Aniogor and Nzun Nakpundun of Ejeme Unor condemned the action of the police on Abraham, stressing that such actions are completely against fundamental human rights of every bonafide citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Speaking to newsmen on the development, Ezekudene said, ” I am a community leader who believes in peaceful coexistence, unity and progress. I was shocked to receive a call on Tuesday, August 17 that one of my boys, Abraham Nmor who earlier was in my place to take herbal medication for the ailment he is suffering from, was arrested by police officers at Obiaruku Police Division. I was told he was searched but nothing bad was found on him. Unfortunately, the police officers went ahead to arrest and detain him, stating that Abraham robbed a substance on his body that portrays him as a ritualist. He is not a ritualist. He is a small boy who is struggling to survive. I wondered why police is molesting and embarrassing an innocent citizen.

Ezekudene disclosed that he has been part of the efforts to sustain peace and development in Agbor and its environs, and that apart from being a member of Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Agbor, he has in several occasions assisted security agencies, particularly police in their works.

“If police officers have started arresting people with herbs robbed on their bodies are they saying that traditional medicine is criminal? Has government placed a ban against herbal medicine? Police should please tell us. If government has not placed a ban on herbal medicine, then the police should be called to order”, he stated.

He therefore called on the Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Hafiz Inuwa to call the Divisional Police Officer in Obiaruku, SP Florence Nzekwu and her officers to order before they will drag the reputation of the Nigerian Police to the mud.
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Events, health, Ika Landlords and Landladies Association, Ika Landlords Landladies, Ika South Local Government Area, Top News

BEDC should be sanctioned over cases of accidents from high tension cable wire

Ika Landlords/Landladies

The Ika Landlords/ Landladies Association, has called for the sanctioning of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company, BEDC over cases of accidents from high tension cable wires.

The association which spoke through her president, Mr Vincent Arimokwu JP, noted that the nonchallant attitude of BEDC on issues of accidents and vandalization of transformers and electricity poles is alarming and causes for a serious concern. Arimokwu mentioned a recent case where a 19-old-girl was almost electrocuted in Boji-Boji, Owa. He disclosed that the teenager who is undergoing a serious and painful experience that has led to the amputation of one of her hands , was abandoned by BEDC after the company’s cable fell on her..

He stated that since the ugly incident occurred his association has not abandoned the electricity victim’s family as efforts are being made to save her life.

“ Ika Landlords/ Landladies Association has been at the forefront of the high tension cable wire accident that occurred in Boji-Boji, Owa last week. Unfortunately, BEDC that was supposed to take responsibility and pay the medical bills of the victim did not show any concern. If the high tension cable wires were well placed issues of electrocution will never be there. Many high tension cables in Ika Land are dangling owing to the fact that they were not well placed. If BEDC was serious, the high tension cables would have been well demarcated with sticks, if that was done there will not be issue.

“We have visited the family home of the victim and they are seriously not happy with the condition of their beloved daughter. Something urgent should be done because it requires life. Even the police was not cooperative until we made them to understand what is going on. BEDC has now agreed to pay the victim’s hospital bills. My association is not against anyone but asking that the right thing should be done”

Meanwhile, the mother of the victim and a widow, Mrs .Nkechi Ijenamaka, has cried out to government, groups and concerned individuals to come to her rescue as she has no money to attend to the medical bills of her daughter.

“I am a widow. I have no money to pay for my daughter’s hospital bills. Since the accident happened I have been borrowing money from people. I don’t want her to die. Government and members of the public should please help out.”

She thanked the President, Ika Landlords/ Landladies Association, Mr Vincent Arimokwu,JP and the entire members of the association for the role they have played thus far.
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Agbor, AGBOR COMMUNITY, Community, health, Ika South Local Government Area, Ika South Local Government Council, Top News

Man with hole in the heart cries out for help

By Marvin Enyosa

There is a common saying that a friend in need is a friend indeed. Thus, if you can support a pal through a challenging situation, it shows that you are more than a friend, but a family.

Just like Christ has urged us through the holy Bible, to stretch out a helping hand, here is a 56year old man and father of two children, Mr. Sunday Jacob Okwuagbor, who have been depressed having been diagnosed with an ailment named Acyanotic congenital heart decease (patent ductus), which literally means “Hole in the heart“.

The sick Okwuagbor hails from Oruru Idumu-Agbamuse in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, and a Printer who has lived many years in Lagos State.

According to him, the ailment started 8 years ago and has spent fortune while trying to get back to his feet.

However, Okwuagbor seeks financial support, to enable him undergo medical surgery oversea which cost about Ten Million naira (10,000,000).“I am appealing to all well meaning Agbor indigenes, Ika people and Nigerians at large to come to my aid with financial donations to my personal account; Account number: 2178374442, Zenith Bank or call me on 07063316211.

“Please help save my life so that I can be with my family and also go back to work,” Okwuagbor appealed.
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Agbor, AGBOR COMMUNITY, Community, Events, Ika South Local Government Area, RELIGION, Top News, Widows Outreach Programme

Prophet Joseph Igbodo Takes Widows Outreach Programme To Omumu

By Emmanuel EgbuchinemThursday, August 5, 2021, was a day of rekindled hope and happiness for Twenty one widows in Omumu, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, who benefitted from the benevolence of Prophet Joseph Igbodo, when he visited and presented them with some food items and toiletries.

The General Overseer of Divine Faith Evangelical Mission International, Agbor, who was in company of his Pastors were received at Omumu Community Hall, venue of the day’s programme by the Twenty one widows who attended the maiden widows outreach programme in the community.

While at the venue, Prophet Joseph Igbodo, gave the widows, 23 cartons of Indomie noddles, 3 cartons of biscuits, 4 cartons of Bobo fruit juice, 3 rolls of tissue papers, 3 rolls of cheese ball and 3 packets of sweets.After presenting the items to the widows, Prophet Igbodo, informed them that his money was not in the items he brought for them but that they were provided by God, through kind hearted individuals and organizations.

Admonishing the widows, The Prophet of God, who also doubles as the Proprietor of Job Orphanage and the Proprietor of St. Stephen’s Trust Widows Home, both in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, appreciated the widows for honouring his invitation and thanked God for keeping them and their children alive in good health. He charged the widows to be fully committed to the services of God, assuring that when they serve God diligently they will enjoy His peace and blessings, emphasizing that God who is the husband of widows will continually take good care of them and their children. He encouraged them to always lead a righteous life devoid of evil and wickedness. Continuing, he urged the widows who have not given their lives to God to look for a Bible believing church to worship God and surrender their lives completely to Him in order to partake from the bountiful blessings of God.

Widows Outreach Programme

Speaking further, the General in the Lord’s vineyard, warned the women to desist from patronizing fake Pastors who extort people of their money and valuables through fake visions and prophecies.

Prophet Igbodo, assured the widows that God, who is their husband will always be there for them and urged them to consistently seek His face in order to be able to overcome the challenges which they go through as widows.

The event featured praise/worship and prayer session. Prayer was offered for the rapid development of Omumu community and for the sons and daughters of the community to excel in their endeavours. Prayers was also offered for the widows and their families. While the widows also prayed for God’s protection and continuous blessings on Prophet Joseph Igbodo and members of his entourage.

Prophet Igbodo, was accompanied on the visit, by Rev. Joseph Osayande JP, Pastor Austin Ikpegbu, Pastor Patrick Gwam Ojougboh, Pastor Favour Onyegwu and Brother Chuks Ossai.

Prophet Joseph Igbodo, used the opportunity to urge individuals and organizations that would be inspired to identify with his Ministry, the

Orphanage or the Widows Trust Home to call 08037452147
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Appointment: City Car Wash And Garden Boss, Alhaji Zoke Congratulates Victor Okoh

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, City Car Wash and Garden, Mr Celestine Aziken, popularly known as, Alhaji Zoke, has congratulated the immediate past chairman, Ika South Local Government, Hon(Barr) Victor Okoh, on his appointment as Executive Assistant to the Delta State Governor, on Peace and Conflict Resolution.

Alhaji Zoke described Okoh’s appointment as well deserved, noting that the former Ika South Councill Boss will bring his vast experience to bare in the discharge of his duties.

He expressed gratitude to Governor Okowa for finding Okoh worthy to serve in his government, noting that he has no doubt that Okoh will live up to expectations. He wished the Abavo born grassroot politician success in his new political engagement.

Mr Celestine Aziken

Hon(Barr) Victor Okoh
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Agbor, AGBOR COMMUNITY, Community, Events, Ika South Local Government Area, Nigeria, PFN inaugurates Ime-Obi, RELIGION, Top News

PFN inaugurates Ime-Obi unit executive amidst thanksgiving to God

It was an exciting day, July 10, 2021, for members of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Ika South chapter as they officially inaugurate newly elected executive for its Ime-Obi unit.

The inaugural ceremony was held amidst great joy and thanksgiving to God at Christ Faithful Vessels Evangelical Ministry Inc. in Agbor and was well attended by great men of God, officials of the FRSC and the Chairman of Ika South Local Government Council, Hon. Sunny Tatabuzogwu who was ably represented by the Council’s Secretary, Mr. Aluge-Obia Kainji.

The PFN Ime-Obi Unit executive sworn-in include: Prophet Ojeifoh Festus as Chairman, Apostle Agbatutu Oghenerukevwe as Vice Chairman, Pastor Igumbor Nelson as Secretary and Pastor Igumbor Kelly as Treasurer. Other unit officers are Pastor Ugbeze Nosa (Assistant Secretary), Pastor Divine Anthony (Financial Secretary), Apostle Eluma Onyisi (Programme Director), Pastor Where Obi (Discipline Officer), Pastor Mrs. Mary Nimfa (Welfare Officer), Rev. Omezi S. E. (PRO 1), Apostle Ochei Ifeanyi (PRO 2), Rev. Chinedu I. (Prayer Secretary), Pastor Joseph Benedict (Data Base), Rev. James Ihenonye (Assistant Prayer Secretary) and Pastor Emeri Michael (Auditor).

Also, members of the women’s wing executive that made the list are; Pastor Mrs. Ojeifoh Grace as chairperson, Pastor Mrs. Agbatutu Esther as Vice Chairperson, Pastor Mrs. Kelly Igumbor Helen as Secretary, Pastor Mrs. Igumbor Roseline as Treasurer, Pastor Mrs. Osonye Helen as Financial Secretary, Pastor Mrs. Chinedum Favour as PRO while Pastor Mrs. Onwuanishia Ngozi and Pastor Mrs. Igumbor Julie were elected as Advisers.

In a sermon centered on “The benefit of unity” had Apostle A. S. Eboigbe charged christians to speak with one voice, positing that there are much to achieve when things are done in unity.He enjoined all to show love, fellowship together in other to build the church and subsequently build the nation.

He concluded by congratulating the new executive, advising them to work as one indivisible body.

Why administering the oath of office on the executive, the Ika South PFN Chairman and General Overseer of Power of Faith Pentecostal Ministry, Rev. Joseph Uche Ejiniwe, applauded the well organized ceremony.He commended the guests for honouring the organization while acknowledging that PFN Ime-Obi Unit is the grassroot of the organization.He further explained that PFN being a well structured organization, has its chain of operations from the National to the state, province, local government and the unit, adding that the process was for an easy flow of her responsibilities.

Meanwhile, he congratulated the new unit executive, encouraging them not to relent in defending the faith in Christ Jesus. He also prayed God to increase them from strength to strength.

The Secretary to the Local Government Council, Mr. Kanji while conveying the message of the council Chairman, said the council is filled with men and women of Christian faith, adding that the Chairman who is also an evangelist, requires their prayers for him and the executive to function more effectively.

He disclosed that much development is ongoing in the local government in terms of cleanliness and infrastructural development, and in the same vein handed the chairman’s promise of doing his best for Ika South to move forward.

It was indeed a very successful ceremony which climaxed with special renditions in honouring God, taking of group photographs and pep talk on safety rules by the FRSC representatives.

Executive members of PFN, Ime-Obi Unit in a group photograph with some LGA executive
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Community, Events, IKA south, Ika South Local Government Area, Top News

Mr and Mrs Stanley Scofied Osaretin dedicate their baby to God

The family of Mr and Mrs Stanley Scofied

The family of Mr and Mrs Stanley Scofied Osaretin of Ozanogogo, Ika south Local Government Area on Sunday, June 6, 2021 dedicated their new born baby, Washington Efe Stanley to God.

The dedication ceremony took place at God’s House of For Church, Agbor, Delta State.

The Resident Pastor, Lucky Silas while presiding over the ceremony stated that there is nothing impossible for God to do. He urged all present in the church to have faith in God.

Testifying of the goodness of God before the congregation, Mr and Mrs Stanley Scofield Osaretin gave God the Glory and thanked Him for the successful delivery of baby Washington Efe Stanley.

According to the family, “We cannot thank God enough for his goodness upon our family. In many ways, God has proved to us that He is with us. The successful birth of baby Washington Efe Stanley is a testimony”.The parents of the new born baby thanked all who came to share in their joy and prayed for God to bless them.

“On behalf of myself, my wife and our son I specially thank all my friends and well wishers both far and near, most especially those that came from Ozoro, Benin City , Asaba and Warri for celebrating with us. My heartfelt thanks also goes to Osaretins and Osagies families. God bless you all,” Mr Stanley Scofied Osaretin stated.
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Delta State, Events, health, Ika South Environmental Taskforce, Ika South Local Government Area, Top News

Street trading: Ika South Environmental Taskforce Goes Toughough On Defaulters

The newly appointed Environmental Sanitation Taskforce in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 raided traders who flouts the government order prohibiting street trading in the area.The group with able-bodied young men took to the action following the refusal of the traders to obey the simple rule even after series of sensitization.

It could be recalled that the immediate past administration of the Local Government Council led by Hon. Barr. Victor Okoh, having built the Edike temporary market, made frantic effort to move the traders right into the market. However, the effort could not yeild the desired result as over forty-five percent of the traders still shade their wares along Odozi street amongst other streets while others who eventually moved to the Edike temporary market would shade their wears along the market walkways respectively.

The Taskforce Chairman who doubled as Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Community Development, Comr. Friday Orubor, said the raiding exercise was part of their measure to further instill discipline on the market women who has refused to obey the government directive.

According to him, the Environmental Sanitation Taskforce team has gone round appealing to the traders to stop street trading as it not only create difficulties to road users, but also exposes them to danger.Meanwhile, Comr. Orubor lamented that few hours after the taskforce team had left the environment, the traders returned back to continue their trade on same walkways.Continuing, Comr. Orubor described the attitude of the traders as rebellious, explaining that they the traders would do them selves good by adhering to the directive.“We have enough space inside the market for the traders to do their businesses.

“The Local Government Council has also taken an extra effort in getting back stores from private owners having more than two spaces. All these, are to have the traders get sufficient space to sell their goods,” Comr. Orubor said.He used the medium to advice residents and market women to stop disposing their refuse into the drainage system and also encouraged them to keep their surroundings clean.He expressed gratitude to the working Governor of Delta State, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa for his passion towards ensuring a clean Delta State and also commended the Ika South Council boss, Hon. Sunny Tatabuzogwu, for strongly keying into the Governor’s initiative for a cleaner and better Ika South.

In another development, the LG Environment Taskforce team met with traders of Baleke market in the Boji-Boji metropolis, appealing to them to stay clear from the market premises as reconstruction work by the state government shall commence on Monday next week.He disclosed that the project would last for 3 months as assured by the contractor in charge, pointing out that their appeal was to prevent the market traders from any casualties that may arise in the process of the job.

He also enjoined them to work in partnership with the council to clear the heaps of refuse at the market.

The women who were led by the Acting Chairman of the Baleke market, Mr. Augustine, promised to convey the message to other traders of the market while also appealing that traders should be able to get their space back at the completion of the project.
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AGBOR DELTA STATE, Bus drivers, Community, Ika South Local Government Area, Top News

Complaints As Ika Drivers Increases Transport Fare

Complaints have enveloped different quarters in Agbor, headquarters of Ika South Local Government, Delta State as Bus drivers in the ancient city,on Monday, March 22 refused to load passengers enroute Agbor to Asaba/Onitsha.

The complaints of the residents is that in the face of biting hardship following poor economic situation in the country, drivers want transport fare to be increased by 100 percent.

Meanwhile, member representing Ika South Constituency at the Delta State House of Assembly and Chairman, House Committee,on Transportation, Hon Festus Chukwuyem Okoh, also known as, Chuky Dandy without hesitation mediated on the issue as he convened an all important meeting at his Ime-Obi residence with the drivers who are operating under the umbrella group known as,Ika Drivers Association.It was during the meeting, reports reached Chuky Dandy that bus drivers in Agbor have refused to load their vehicles except passengers agree to their new fare. Açcording to the drivers, the old transport fare from Agbor to Asaba/ Onitsha was #400 while the new transport fare is #800/#1000.

The lawmaker quickly dashed to the motor park at the Charles Street end of the Agbor/ Onitsha Express Road where he met with the drivers and advised them to suspend their action until the issue is properly addressed by the appropriate authorities.

While addressing the drivers and passengers as well as union leaders, Chuky Dandy called on them to key into the peace agenda of the state government.

He reminded them that Governor Ifeanyi Okowa is from Ika Federal constituency, hence, it will not be acceptable if the reports came that there is unrest in the governor’s constituency.

He assured that their complaints will be looked into as he will hold another meeting with the leadership of the drivers

Chuky Dandy with drivers and union leaders
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Agbor Gha Ihun congratulates Ika South Council Chairman, Hon Tatabuzogwu

Agbor Gha Ihun Security group,has congratulated the new executive Chairman of Ika South Local Government Council, Hon Sunny Tatabuzogwu, on his successful election and swearing-in ceremony. The apex Agbor security group which spoke through its Chairman, Mr Monday Kiyem described the emergence of Hon Tatabuzogwu as well deserved, noting that the new Ika South Council Boss has before now proved that he is fit and capable to hold any public office.

Kiyem who spoke to the press shortly after their scheduled visit to Hon Tatabuzogwu in his office at the Council’s Secretariat in Agbor on Monday, March 22 expressed optimism that the Council Boss will lived up to the expectations of his people.

While pledging his group’s support for the Tatabuzogwu’s administration, Kiyem wished him and members of his executive successful tenure in office.

From left: Mr Monday Kiyem, Hon Sunny Tatabuzogwu, Reuben Aminu

Hon Sunny Tatabuzogwu in a group photograph with members of Agbor Gha-Ihun
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