Economy

Stakeholders Call For Economic Development Of Warri

By Web News 2060

Old and new residents of Warri metropolitan city in Delta State, have decried the neglect and departure of multinational companies among other factors leading to a downturn in economic activities in the area.

They made this known while participating at a virtual meeting launched from the ancient city, where they deliberated on the current state of the city and the need to maximize the Warri brand.

Oghenero Eghweree reports that the summit which drew participants from within and outside the country was held with the theme: Why Not Warri?

Oghenero Eghweree

Culture

BREAKING: Itsekiri Nation Unveils New Olu Of Warri Designate, Announces Passage Of Ikenwoli

By Web News 885

Itsekiri nation has formally announced the passage of its monarch His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Ikenwoli at Ode Itsekiri, its ancestral home in Warri South local government area, Delta State. The Iyatsere of Warri kingdom and Acting Chairman Warri council of Chiefs and Olu Advisory council, Chief Johnson Amatserunreleghe announced the development at exactly 11.32 am before a gathering of Itsekiri prominent chiefs, Princes and sons and daughters.

He also said a period of mourning had been declared for the Itsekiri nation that will run for three months. ‘ No burials, marriages, dancing will hold across all Itsekiri communities for three months ” ‘There shall be no merrymaking of any kind anywhere in Iwere land. All Itsekiri sons and daughters must tie their wrappers upside down for the duration”.

This was followed by 20 cannon shots fired to announce the departure of the monarch. He said the 20 cannon shots signified that 20 Olus had reigned over the Iwere nation.

At exactly 11.52 am he announced the new Olu Designate Prince Utieyinoritsetsola Emiko and presented the Omoba to the Itsekiri nation. Shouts of joy rented the air. His brief biography was later read by Prince Toju Emiko. The new Olu designate was born April 2, 1984, to Prince Godwin Toritseju Emiko (the late Ogiame Atuwatse II) and Gladys Durorike Emiko in Warri, Delta State. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in International Studies and Political science while minoring in History and Economics. He also holds a Master’s of Science degree in Management.

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Entertainment

DBS to Begin 24-Hour Service Soon – Delta Commissioner

By Web News 1170

Delta State Government says the state broadcasting service in Warri and Asaba, would commence 24 hours service by the end of the second quarter of 2020.

Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, made this known in Asaba, at a conference with the heads of the state information agencies to establish the agenda for the New Year.

Radio Nigeria Correspondent reports that the commissioner also directed the agencies to ensure a monthly statement of account to reflect financial flows to avoid illegal deductions.

Oghenero Eghweree