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Oborevwori Tasks Workers’ Union In Delta Dev Advancement

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Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori,  on Wednesday, charged labour unions to partner with the government to deliver his administration’s agenda to advance the development of the state.
The Governor gave the charge at a One-Day Workshop for state Labour union  Leaders, Wednesday, in Asaba.
The workshop was organised by the Office of Labour Relations and SERVICOM, domiciled in the office of the Senior Policy Adviser to the governor
The Tide’s source reports that the theme of the workshop is, “Enhancing Labour-Government Relations”.
The Governor, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Monday Onyeme, said the workshop was timely and most appropriate, given the  contemporary national economic experience.
“When we talk about the organised labour, we talk about umbrella bodies of all workers in all sectors of the economy, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC),  Trade Union Congress (TUC)”, he said.
Oborevwori appealed to the union and the workers to key into the administration’s  agenda to ensure success for all in the state.
“This is the best way to go if we must be comfortable in our place of work, our homes and wherever we find ourselves.
“As a government, we shall continue to encourage people of Delta to put in their best in their jobs to excel in their chosen fields of life.
“Be assured that we shall continue to place high priority on the welfare of workers, implement staff-friendly policies, and you should  reciprocate such by bringing out your best for us to get it right as a people”, he said.
In a remark, the Delta State Head of Service, Mr Reginald Bayoko, said the dialogue between organized labour and government in Nigeria had been fraught with challenges.
Bayoko said miscommunication, unmet expectations and unresolved grievances had often escalated into conflict, which had undermined public service delivery and welfare of workers.
He said the era of frosty relations must give way to a new dawn of partnership and collaboration.
“We are here to redefine our approach to labour-government relations to embrace dialogue over confrontation, and to seek solutions that benefits all stakeholders.
“Accordingly, the significance of today’s workshop cannot be overstated. It offers a platform to reflect, learn and plan”, Bayoko said.
Earlier, the Senior Policy Adviser to the Governor, Mr Funkekeme Solomon, thanked the Governor for the support to organise the workshop.
“It underscores the premium the governor attaches to building and sustaining the harmonious and good working relationship existing between the state government and organised labour”, he said.
On his part, the Chairman, State Trade Union Congress (TUC), Mr Martins Bolum, lauded the state government for the training and collaboration with the workers’ union.
He pledged the union`s readiness to sustained the peaceful relationship between the workers and the government.
“In Delta we don’t fight, we preempt the challenges, our relationship with government has remained cordial”, he said.
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Uyo High Court Awards Damages To Masquerade Over Arrest

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December 8, 2025

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A High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has awarded damages to a masquerade who was arrested by the State Police Command for allegedly disturbing public peace during traditional worship rites.
The arrest followed an executive order reportedly issued by the State Governor, directing the Commissioner of Police to detain any masquerade seen performing during the Yuletide period.
Acting on this directive, a masquerade, identified as Mr. Effiong, a practitioner of traditional worship, was arrested and subsequently charged to court.
In a landmark ruling, the court sided with Mr. Effiong and his custodian, affirming that Ekpo, a recognised traditional religious practice in Akwa Ibom State, is protected under the law, and that its adherents are entitled to the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
The judge held that Mr. Effiong’s arrest and detention violated his rights to personal liberty and freedom of religion.
The court ordered his immediate and unconditional release and directed the Akwa Ibom State Government to pay damages for the infringement of his fundamental human rights and freedom of worship.
Human rights experts have hailed the judgment as a significant affirmation of Nigeria’s constitutional protection of traditional religious practices, emphasising the importance of respecting the country’s cultural and religious diversity.
By: Enoch Epelle
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MOSIEND Seeks Water Projects In Buguma From NDDC … Urges RSG To Revamp Fish Farm

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The Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND) has called on the Management  of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to embark on water projects in Buguma city in Asari Toru Local Government Area (ASALGA), Rivers State
The Group also called on the Rivers State government to revamp the Buguma fish farm to create employment for the teeming youths.
On the water project in Buguma, MOSIEND said the population of Buguma has increased tremendously and that the residents need more water projects to enhance the daily livelihood of the people.
The Group also appealed to the Chairman of the LGA to assist in making the project a reality and also attract more developmental projects to the LGA.
MOSIEND’s Eastern Zonal Coordinator,  Half Hour, Comrade Tammy Bruce Longjohn, made the call on a radio programme in Rhythm 93.7fm, “Talk of the Town”.
LongJohn, who made the call alongside the Chairman of MOSIEND in Buguma, Mark Ojuka, and his counterpart in Obuama,  Hon. Sandra Owunari, also called on the Management of Nigeria Liquidifed Natural Gas (NLNG) to embark on a free medical outreach in all Kalabari communities to improve their health status.
He appealed to NLNG to award scholarship to indigens of Kalabari communities in tertiary institutions to better their education, noting that the company is doing same in Bonny, while abandoning Kalabari communities
“We need contracts, free medicals, scholarships and employment, including skill acquisition programmes for our teeming youths in Kalabari extractions”, LongJohn stated.
On Security, Mark Ojuka said security in Buguma is  at zero level with the help of the Amama soldiers, saying “the city is more peaceful and investor-friendly as the youths of the area have cordial relationship with the security agencies in the area.
“Security is very secured in Buguma clan”
On revamping the Buguma fish farm, he said, “The youths are asking for human capacity building in the area to reduce unemployment.
“The revamping of the Buguma fish farm will also reduce youth violence.”
By: Chinedu Wosu
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Make God Your Anchor To Fulfill Destiny, Cleric Charges Christians … As Jaja Marks 70th Birthday

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The Lead Pastor at Jesus Appointed People’s Bible Church, Ozogbe, Ikwerrengwo-Etche, in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, Pastor Promise Nwaelele, has urged Christians  to make God the anchor of their lives in whatever position they find themselves, in order to attain the destinies set for them by God.

Pastor Nwaelele, who gave the charge recently in a sermon he preached at the 70th birthday anniversary thanksgiving service of Sir Donald Michael Jaja, a veteran journalist in Rivers State, said this is because any genuine child of God is a permanent target for destabilization and destruction by the devil.

Taking his text from the Bible book of Mark 4:16-17, the preacher stated that fulfilment in life for a child of God required faith, obedience to God’s word, humility and grace to withstand trials and temptations.

According to him, temptations and afflictions are bound to happen in the lives of those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

“No wonder the Bible said that those that endure till the end shall be saved”, he said.

The Clergyman said God prospers believers who are humble, not proud and conceited, and leads them to destiny fulfilment.

“David said in Psalm 51:17, that the sacrifices acceptable to God are a broken spirit, not an impatient or proud spirit”, the preacher said.

He called on Christians not to allow persecutions and afflictions to sway them from the love and blessings of Jesus Christ.

On his part, Jaja, a seasoned Journalist who retired as an Acting Editor of the Rivers State Government-owned The Tide Newspaper, gave thanks to God for honouring him by giving him the grace of attaining 70 years.

“I cannot capture what the good Lord has done for me in my entire life in this fleeting moment of thanksgiving. But, I know that without Him, I wouldn’t have been who I am today, in all spheres. Therefore, my joy knows no bounds as I give thanks to my creator today, alongside my family. Praise be His holy name”, Jaja said.

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