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Community Protest Against Abandoned School Building Project

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The Anwunugbokor Autonomous Community in Ahoada West Local
Government Area has raised alarm, alleging that the good governance of
Hon.Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi may elude them if government did not intervene in
the issue of abandoned 14 classroom allocated to the community.

In a protest letter, addressed to the governor, the
community said the benefits of a world class primary school edifice is about to
slip out after  more than two years the
building was started by the contracting firm handling the project.

The letter which reads in part: “we wish to bring to your
attention a matter of grave concern to us. It is the issue of the abandoned
Model Primary School building at Anwunugbokor. The contract  was awarded to Luke Joy Enterprises whose
Managing Director is Chief Nwagbara of Ozuoha Community in Ikwerre Local
Government Area.”

According to the letter, the contract was among the second
batch of contracts that were awarded in 2009. “Your Excellency Sir, it will
interest you to note that the contractor has since early 2010 abandoned the
project at lintel level in some part, and
below lintel in other parts.”

The protest became necessary, they said, because each time
the contractor was confronted, his excuse had always been “non-payment by
government, hence the decision to intimate your excellency.”

More worrisome, the community further said, is the fact that
the existing six-classroom blocks had been demolished leaving pupils to study
in different churches and in most cases under trees, instead of being together
under one roof.

“This condition does not enhance, in any ramification,a
conducive environment for academic activities.”

They further expressed concern that within their
neigbourhood, all model primary school buildings awarded as late as last year
have been completed and painted while that of Awunugbokor is still at
negligible stage.

The letter signed by the Acting Traditional ruler of the
community, Chief Simeon Anududu, the CDC chairman, Comrade Adekunle Jackson,
the Community Secretary, Mr Andrew S.Ekiye, Mr Eke Jackson, Chairman Elites
Forum and the Youth Leader, Pastor Michael Paul, therefore urged Governor
Amaechi to take proactive action which has been the driving force behind his
administration

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Otu Recommits To Support For Navy 

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March 23, 2026

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

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March 23, 2026

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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
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Delta Shocked Over Death Of Chief Protocol Officer

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March 23, 2026

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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.
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