Niger Delta

Oboh Tasks Nigerian Engineers On Service Delivery …As NDDC Empowers 5,765 N’Delta Youths

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14 years ago

June 27, 2012

Managing Director, Niger Delta Development Commission Dr. Christian Oboh, has tasked the Nigerian Society of Engineers to evolve ways of sanctioning members who failed to adhere strictly to job specifications.

He gave the charge when officials of the Port Harcourt branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers paid him a courtesy call at the commission’s headquarters in the Rivers State capital.

“We are looking forward to when your society will begin to sanction your members who do not live to specifications because the rate of failure of our roads is becoming very embarrassing” the NDDC boss said.

According to Dr. Oboh, the NDDC cannot achieve its mandate of developing infrastructure in the Niger Delta without the engineers, adding “we are willing to partner your society, but please look for a way to discipline erring contractors who deliver poor jobs”.

Earlier, Chairman of the society, Engineer Denis Dannia had expressed appreciation to the NDDC for its support over the years, particularly the commission’s assistance to the NSE technical programmes.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Tarilah Tebepah, says that 5,765 youths in the Niger Delta have so far benefited from the agency’s skill empowerment programmes.

Tebepah made the disclosure in Port Harcourt on Tuesday at the First Niger Delta Youth Investment and Business Development Summit entitled “After Oil, What Next”.

He said that 4,025 kilometres of roads had also been constructed and that 1,261 transformers were installed in 400 communities across the region.

Tebepah said the commission had set aside 70 per cent of its annual budget on infrastructure development in its drive to fast-track development in the region.

The NDDC chairman said the commission would soon launch a programme that would create massive employment for youths in the region.

He said that the NDDC was working toward providing technology parks and small and medium-scale enterprise centres in each state of the region.

“We think time has come for us to objectively monitor job creation activities; so we will soon create commodity marketing boards that will assist farmers sell their produce. “

Tebepah said the commission would soon embark on its broad band service project that entailed laying of submarine cables from Calabar to service providers in Lagos.

Managing Director of the commission, Dr Christian Oboh, said the summit was aimed at mapping new strategies for youth’s empowerment in the region.

Oboh said the outcome of the summit would be implemented and sustained to create wealth for youths in the Niger Delta.

Niger Delta

Otu Recommits To Support For Navy

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7 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has said his administration will continue to collaborate with the navy for effective protection of the waterways.

Otu stated this when the Commandant, Nigeria Navy Ship (NNS) Victory, Commodore Shuaib Ahmed, visited him in Calabar.

The Governor described the visit as critical to consolidating the partnership between Cross River State and the navy.

“Peace and stability remain non-negotiable prerequisites for the progress of the state.

“So, this visit reaffirms our shared resolve to keep the state safe and secured through sustained collaboration,” he said.

Otu stated that security remained the foundation for meaningful development in every society.

“No society prospers in the midst of insecurity. As a state, our development vision depends on peace, order and collective vigilance,” he said.

The Governor commended the Navy for the level of professionalism being exuded by its personnel in the discharge of their duties.

He said the Navy’s efforts had hugely boosted investor confidence and strengthened the state’s economic environment.

The Governor assured the Navy of the state government’s continued support towards enhanced operation.

Earlier, Ahmed explained that the visit followed the military tradition of familiarizing with authorities upon assumption of duties.

He stated that it was crucial to align naval operations with the strategic priorities of the state government.

The naval chief thanked the state government for its support to the force, saying, “your support has helped us immensely in achieving targets”

The Commandant further said there was need to strengthen infrastructure and communication systems in order to address evolving security challenges.

“Operationalising key naval facilities will improve our capacity to tackle maritime crimes.

“The Navy is committed to supporting the state in ensuring the safety and security of the waterways.

“We shall continue to promote peace while enabling the residents to carry out their lawful activities without fear,” he said.

Niger Delta

Community Praises Diri, Ogbuku On Projects Execution … Prioritises Security, Dev

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7 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

The Agbura Community of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, has again lauded the State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and the Managing-Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, over infrastructure projects executed in the community.

Speaking with newsmen midweek in Yenagoa, its Chairman, Community Development Committee, Mr. Tribunal Egba, hailed the Governor for the successful completion of the abandoned Oxbow lake-Agbura Road project and others within the Community.

He also eulogized the NDDC MD for the construction of new lodge in the community for serving Corps members as well as plans to execute other projects.

Mr. Egba added that the completion of the Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road has given the community facelift, while also pleading with the government and the interventionist agency to award shore protection contract in the community to save it from the perennial floodings experienced in the fast urbanizing town.

Similarly, the community’s leadership has given assurances that it will continue to give priority to development and security of lives and property.

The CDC helmsman promised to strengthen the existing community vigilante group, while also stressing that the age-long synergy between the community and security agencies would be improved upon to get rid of crime and criminalities in the area.

“As a community, we’re so thankful to Governor Diri for constructing the abandoned Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road project. We’re also glad with the level of infrastructural development ongoing in other parts of the state, courtesy of the Diri-led administration.

“We also like to laud the MD/CEO, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku for the construction of a befitting Corpers lodge for Corps members serving in this community.

“Our priority as a community now is to protect these infrastructure projects. We’ll continue to work in synergy with all security agencies to make sure there’s peace and development”, the CDC leadership said.

By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

Niger Delta

Delta Shocked Over Death Of Chief Protocol Officer

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7 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Delta State Government has expressed deep sadness over the sudden death of Mr. Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the State Government.

Kotor, a renowned Master of Ceremony at state functions, reportedly slumped and passed away last Friday.

In a statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, in Warri on Saturday, his passing was described as “a profound loss; not only to his family, but to the Government and people of Delta State who benefited immensely from his professionalism, composure, and unmistakable presence at official engagements.

“He brought dignity, structure, and excellence to every function he handled, leaving behind a standard that will be difficult to forget,” the statement added.

The Commissioner noted that “every passing is indeed a sobering reminder of how fragile and fleeting life can be,” extending heartfelt condolences to Kotor’s family, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

The statement prayed that God would grant them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.