Tag: Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas

Delta South 2027: Orubebe’s Soured Grapes

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By Felix Ofou,   Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godday Orubebe stirred the hornet’s nest at the weekend, during which he made some grave allegations against Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing the Delta South Senatorial District in the National Assembly. He accused the senator of abandonment after investing hugely to make the man win the Senate seat in 2023. Orubebe claimed that he spent so much money in his support and bid to ensure that Joel-Onowakpo got to the Senate. But he said no soon after the elections, the…

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Gov Oyebanji, Sen. Bamidele Celebrate Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

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    The Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji and the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, on Monday joined family, friends and associates to celebrate the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birthday.   The celebration, which came as a surprise, was held at the Ekiti State Government House, where the two leaders honoured the lawmaker in recognition of his contributions to national development and legislative service.   Senator Joel-Onowakpo, who disclosed the gesture via his official Facebook page, expressed…

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Okuhor Extols Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

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    Chairman of Sweet Spirit Hostels, Arc.(Dcn) Ambby Okuhor, FNIA, has congratulated the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birth anniversary.   In a statement issued on Monday, Okuhor described Senator Joel-Onowakpo as a distinguished statesman, accomplished businessman, and seasoned professional accountant whose life has been defined by diligence, integrity, and service to humanity.   He noted that the lawmaker’s journey through the private and public sectors reflects a rare blend of competence and commitment, adding that his contributions to national…

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Oborevwori Celebrates Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birth anniversary. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in which Oborevwori commended the lawmaker for his enduring contributions to the growth and development of Delta State. According to the governor, Senator Joel-Onowakpo, a former Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Council and ex-Chairman of the Delta State Board of Internal…

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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Mourns With Delta APC Chairman Arenyeka Over Mother’s Passing

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    Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, has expressed deep condolences to the Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Solomon Arenyeka, over the passing of his mother, Mrs. Felicia Oritselumewor Arenyeka.   In a condolence message personally signed by the Senator, he described the death of the family matriarch as a profound loss, not only to the Arenyeka family but also to all who were touched by her remarkable life.   Mrs. Felicia Oritselumewor…

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IDU Youth Wing Reaffirms Backing for Senator Joel-Onowakpo’s Second Term, Seeks Unity Among Stakeholders

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  The Isoko Development Union Youth Wing (IDUYW) Worldwide has reaffirmed its full support for the re-election of Joel Onowakpo, aligning with the position already adopted by the parent body. In a statement issued by its Office of Media and Orientation, the youth wing, under the leadership of Comrade Joel Ifoghale Emeni, said the endorsement reflects a united front and strong confidence in the direction set by the Isoko Development Union (IDU). The statement signed by Augustine Oghenetejiri, Special Assistant on Media and Orientation to the IDU Youth Wing Worldwide,…

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2027: Akponovo Backs Joel-Onowakpo, Ukodhiko For Re-election

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    A Director in the Delta State Ministry of Education, Mr. Anthony Akponovo, has declared his support for the re-election bids of Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and the member representing Isoko North/Isoko South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Akponovo who hails from same community with Hon. Ukodhiko, made this known while hosting members of the JOT Cartel, a socio-political pressure group, during a courtesy visit in Asaba.   Speaking earlier, the group’s convener, Ufuoma Ugwe, said the JOT Cartel draws its membership…

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Onowakpo, Macaulay Set Aside Differences, Ahead Of 2027 Election

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  The Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and Comrade  Ovuozourie Macaulay have set aside their aged long  political differences for the development of the Isoko nation ahead of the 2027 election.   Their coming together meeting, held on Monday in Owhelogbo, when the senator was hosted by Comrade Ovuozorie Macaulay country home in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.   It was learned that both leaders, had political disagreements, despite being in same political party. Their reconnection is focused on a common goal—promoting development,…

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2027: Isoko Nation Endorses Senator Joel-Onowakpo For Second Term

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  The Isoko nation has endorsed Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing his legislative performance and commitment to the development of the area. The endorsement was made on Saturday during a senatorial briefing held at the lawmaker’s country home in Emede, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. Addressing a large gathering of stakeholders, Senator Joel-Onowakpo recalled the collective resolve of the Isoko people in 2022 to produce a senator for Delta South, noting that the decision had elevated the status…

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2027: Why Delta South Constituents Want Senator Joel-Onowakpo’s Re-election

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By Nelson Egware   Many constituents across Delta South Senatorial District have continued to express strong support for the re-election of the lawmaker representing the district in the National Assembly, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, citing what they describe as unprecedented empowerment programmes and people-oriented initiatives delivered within his first two years in office. Across the eight local government areas that make up the district, stakeholders say the senator has demonstrated a commitment to improving the livelihoods of constituents through targeted empowerment programmes, skills acquisition initiatives and support for small businesses and…

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