Niger Delta
Minister Commends Work Standard At Asaba Int’l Airport
The Minister of Aviation, Mr Babatunde Omotoba, has expressed satisfaction at the pace and standard of work at the ongoing Asaba International Airport project, expected to come on stream by first quarter of 2010.
Omotoba, during an inspection visit to the project, accompanied by the Delta State Deputy Governor, Professor Amos Utuama (SAN), viewed the project as a demonstration of the vision the Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan-led administration has for the state.
His words, “First I like to congratulate the people of Delta State for making a good choice in choosing a visionary leader in your governor who has made a wise decision by building an international airport in Asaba.”
“I have gone through the work you have done up to date and I must tell you that I’m very pleased. This is a good example of putting your money where your mouth belongs.”
“ I want to assure you and the people of Delta State that we are going to provide all the support that you need to ensure that you deliver this dividend of democracy not only to the people of Delta State but to the people of this country.”
Omotoba informed, “before I came to Asaba today, I was in Port Harcourt and the total radar coverage project for Nigeria, the Port Harcourt section of it has been completed.
“With that completion, right from Port Harcourt we can see Asaba. Once we complete every airport flying around this area we can vector them to land safely and risk of mid air collision is reduced to zero.”
Utuama, on his part, observed that the Asaba International Airport, expected to come on stream by the first quarter of next year, has already started to gain international attention before completion.
“You would also want to know that the Asaba Airport even though not completed is enjoying international recognition worldwide. The recent conference on aviation in Atlanta by your very grace it was one of the airports that was selected for attention in Nigeria.
Niger Delta
NDDC Begins N50,000 Monthly Payment To 10,000 N’Delta Youths

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has begun the payment of N50,000 monthly stipends to 10,000 indigenous youths from the Niger Delta under its Youths Internship Scheme.
The Director of Corporate Affairs at the NDDC, Mrs Seledi Thompson-Wakama, disclosed this to journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, yesterday.
She explained that the beneficiaries would undergo practical, hands-on training across the various organisations for 12 months to develop critical skills.
Recall that during the inauguration of the scheme on July 31, 2024, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, had announced the Federal Government’s approval of a N50,000 monthly stipend for the trainees.
According to Thompson-Wakama, the commission has successfully completed the selection process and has begun placing trainees in organisations to gain practical experience.
“Consequently, with the completion of these phases, the payment of the monthly stipends has also commenced,” she announced.
She revealed that the 10,000 beneficiaries were transparently selected from over 3.2 million youths who registered for the empowerment programme.
“This unprecedented response highlights the immense potential and aspirations of our youths to improve themselves.
“NDDC remains steadfast in ensuring this life-changing opportunity reaches the most deserving candidates, creating a lasting impact and paving the way for a brighter future,” she stated.
Thompson-Wakama explained that the scheme had enabled the commission to collate essential data, including the qualifications, skills, interests, needs, and employment status of the youths in the region.
The data, she explained, would guide the commission in designing programmes tailored to address the unique challenges faced by young people.
She disclosed that the NDDC partnered with KPMG, a global audit and consultancy firm, to enhance the commission’s corporate governance framework.
“KPMG has produced a Governance Advisory Report that will serve as a tool to support the commission’s transition from a transaction-based to a transformation-focussed policy,” Thompson-Wakama added.
The director commended the youths for their patience and cooperation during the selection process for the scheme.
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