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We are happy to announce that the Mayor of Umuahia North LGA, Hon. High Chief Victor Ikeji, Ph.D. has approved the flag-off of the second batch of the Umuahia North Skills Acquisition Program.  This program seeks to equip individuals with valuable skills that will empower them to become self-reliant and contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of our community. A total of 120 slots are available for this batch, and interested applicants across the 12 wards of the council are by this notice encouraged to apply for these empowerment opportunity using this link https://forms.gle/ZDFJ1nQgqUZpJpoH9 The skill acquisition program offers six different courses for this batch, which includes: • Computer Hardware repairs & Networking  •Carpentry    •Welding  •Cosmetology  •Event Decoration and  •Baking & Cake making. Through these skills acquisition programs, we aim to cater to a diverse range of interests and talents in our commu...

President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation Dr Daniel Igali says the 2024 Olympic games in Paris, France, tagged "Paris 2024" will provide another opportunity for the nation's wrestlers to rewrite the country’s story. Dr. Igali gave the assurance at the official unveiling of the nation's wrestlers ahead of the Olympics in Paris, slated from the 26th to 11th of August, 2024. Dr Igali who doubles as commissioner for Sports Development in Bayelsa, noted that the federation is going to the ancient games to compete and not just mere participation, stating that the wrestling federation has gone beyond participating in the tournament but rather winning laurels. The commissioner opined that the 2024 Olympic games would provide another opportunity for athletes to rewrite the country's name in gold by clinching gold in all weight categories, stressing that the wrestling federation is prepared for the Olympics games. While appreciating the governor Douye Diri f...

...Pledges Support For Palm Mill Project The Mayor of Umuahia North LGA, Hon. High-Chief Victor Ikeji, Ph.D, has described the church as a critical component in the development of any society. The Mayor made this assertion while appearing as a special guest of honor of the Catholic Diocese of Umuahia 3 Deanery, 2024 Deanery Day Celebration held today Saturday 29th June 2024 at the St Michaels Catholic Church, Ugwunchara, Umuahia. He said, the early churches in Nigeria played a huge role in the socio-economic development of their host communities. The Umuahia North council boss, applauded the church for initiating a palm oil project. He stated that the Umuahia North is constituted of agrarian communities and, when the project is  completed, it will contribute in no small measure to the palm production within the local government and its environment. He assured the church of the support of the council to ensure the timely completion of the project....

The Honourable commissioner for Sports Development, Bayelsa State, Dr. Daniel Igali, on Friday restated the State government's commitment to the development of Para sports in the country. The world and Olympic champion made the assertion in Yenagoa, at the opening of a technical seminar with the theme: 'Upgrade the capacity of technical officials of Para Athletics' organised by the Para-Athletics Federation of Nigeria in partnership with Bayelsa State Para Athletics Association.  Daniel Igali said that para sports had brought  glory and honour to Nigeria and Bayelsa State at major events, hence the sustainability. Champion Igali commended the Para athletics Federation for its contribution toward the development and promotion of para sports in the country through its developmental programmes. He said: “We are happy that this programme is holding in Bayelsa State which is in addition to the many other national events we have hosted this year". “The Prosperity...

The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri has emphasized the importance of Referees to Nigeria attaining enviable heights in world football.  Governor Diri stated this during the 2024 Nigeria Football Referees Association, Annual General Meeting on Thursday, in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State Capital.  Governor Diri who was represented by the commissioner for Sports Development,  Bayelsa State, Honourable Daniel Igali, said Referees play a vital role in the outcome of games, hence the need for them to be fair and professional.  Igali commended the progress Nigerian Referees have made overtime while advocating for a better welfare which will aid them to being fair and just in the discharge of their duties.  "It is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to the General Annual Meeting of the Nigeria Referees Association here in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State in 2024. I extend a warm welcome to all referees, officials, and distinguished guests present here...

Laddan Bosso and Glen Stahl lead 8 other international scouts in Bayelsa for International Scouting Exercise The 5th Governor Douye Diri International Scouting Program is set to commence on Monday, July 1, 2024, at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The program, organized by the Prosperity Cup in collaboration with Tristone Agency OTP Finland and Red Sapphire Abuja, aims to identify and develop young talents in the state, aligning with Governor Douye Diri's philosophy of empowering youths through sports. Over 500 youths have been selected from 22 centers from the ongoing  Prosperity Cup season 6 for a week-long camping exercise in preparation for the U-20 coach Ladan Bosso and Glen Stahl of Sweden  scouting exercise which will take place from July 1-4, 2024, while a coaching clinic will be held between July 1 and 2 at Golden Tulip Hotel, Onopa, starting at 8am daily. The program is sponsored by the Bayelsa State Government, Nigerian Co...

.. .Paris Olympics is our next target for a good outing - AFN Boss, Okowa  President of Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Tonobok Okowa, was in cloud nine on Monday evening, watching World Record Holder in women's 100m hurdles, Tobiloba Amusan, as she inspired Team Nigeria women's 4x100m Relay to win Gold at the Japoma stadium, venue of the 23rd African Senior Athletics championships. Amusan was in imperial form as she 'flew' on the track to hand Nigeria it's fourth gold medal at the Championships. The victorious quartet anchored by Tobi Amusan include Justina Eyakpobeyan, Tima Godbless and Olayinka Olajide. Amusan missed her 100m hurdles event due to illness. An elated President of AFN, Chief Tonobok Okowa said, "I was really worried on my arrival in Douala, and saw the condition of Amusan. I was at the airport when I heard the news. From the airport, I rushed down to the athletes hotel to see her. Then, she was really down, and I prayed to Go...