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10,000 Apply For Empowerment Project In Delta

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No fewer than 10,000
people in Delta State have applied for the State Employment and Expenditure for Result (SEEFOR) project, our correspondent reports.
The state coordinator of the project, Mr Benson Ojoko, told newsmen in Asaba that SEEFOR was being assisted by the World Bank and European Union.
Ojoko explained that the project was aimed at creating “employment opportunities and access to socio-economic services, including youth employment through small public works contracts.
“Others are grants to public technical and vocational training centres for youth training and grants for community-driven development initiatives, among others.”
He said that in 2013 when the programme was launched in the state, a total of 400 persons were engaged in Asaba, while more than 1,300 persons were also engaged in Warri.
Ojoko noted that the number was increased from 400 to 1,345 persons, to enable more persons to participate in the programme.
He said that the maximum duration of the programme was 12 months, adding that the essence was to encourage other applicants to participate.
The coordinator explained that each participant was entitled to a monthly salary of N20,000, adding that out of the amount, 80 per cent of the money would be paid directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Ojoko said that 15 per cent would be kept in a compulsory savings account, while the remaining five per cent would be part of the vocational training being packaged for the beneficiaries.
He said that the programme was aimed at helping people to acquire new skills in different vocations, to enable them to gain employment or become self-employed.
“We are creating job opportunities through small public works and community-driven development initiatives,’’ he said.
On the impact of the SEEFOR programme in the lives of the people of the state, Ojoko said that it would help to provide employment for youths and support them to acquire the requisite skill that could make them employable.
According to him, selected roads and drains currently in bad shape will be rehabilitated, thereby providing motorable roads for vehicle owners and reduce the risk for pedestrians.
On the objectives of the programme, Ojoko said it would help to enhance opportunities for employment and access to socio-economic services as well as improve public expenditure management systems of the state.
He gave an assurance that more persons would be engaged in the five-year programme.

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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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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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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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