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6,000 Rural Dwellers Get Free Medical Care

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No fewer than 6,000 persons in Edo South Senatorial District have benefitted from free medical outreach organised by a Benin-based group, Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO).

The Executive Director of LAPO, Mrs Sabina Idowu-Osehobo, made the disclosure during a medical outreach at Utesi Community, Ovia North-East local government area of Edo State.

Idowu-Osehobo said that the free medical outreach done annually was aimed at bringing relief to poor people in rural communities, who might not have access to medical care.

”This year, we have given medical care to about 2,000 persons in rural communities at Uhunmwonde LGA.

”We are also targeting 2,000 persons in Utesi Community and another 2,000 persons in another community in the same local government.

”As at Wednesday, about 500 persons have been examined by our team of doctors Utesi Community, and free drugs have been administered.

”The annual outreach is expected to go round all the LGAs in the state in subsequent years,” she said.

The executive director said that the health need of rural dwellers was huge, and called on other non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to support the cause.

”So far, we have found that the health need of persons in rural areas is huge, and most of them do not have money to access care.

”The free medical outreach is something good; we need to sustain it, but we need the support of NGOs and L.G.A.s as the cost is enormous,” she said.

The Head of the LAPO Free Medical Team, Dr David Osifo, said that about 26 persons at Utesi Community were referred to University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) for surgeries.

Osifo, who is a consultant surgeon in UBTH, said that health challenges of communities visited included malaria, ulcers, tumors, sickle cell anaemia, hookworm infestation and skin diseases.

He said that the medical outreach also included health education on balanced diet, personal hygiene and disease prevention.

Some beneficiaries and other residents of the council area, who spoke to newsmen commended LAPO for the kind gesture.

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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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