Archive for July 11th, 2012
Celebrating A Legal Icon, Best Deputy Governor At 65
THE of the 65th birthday celebration of the Deputy Governor of Delta State, Prof. Amos Agbe Utuama (SAN), last Wednesday, was, indeed, a celebration no one would forget in a hurry. The occasion had in attendance, men and women from different walks of life who came to appreciate and celebrate a man who has made his mark and written his name on the sands of time. Present at the occasion were colleagues and associates, both past and present, among whom [...]
Continue ReadingCivil Service: Engine Room For Democratic Structure
By: Charles Ikedikwa Soeze A virile civil/public service (Ministries, Departments, and Agencies- MDAs) in a democratic structure has always been evident. It became evident in the latter part of the nineteenth century when it was realized that there was need for a service that would be insulated from the vagaries of politics while at the same time being subordinated to the politicians. The public/civil service commission and other relevant Boards and governing councils are meant to ensure that political considerations [...]
Continue ReadingRemembering That Memorable First Anniversary Celebration Of 5th Delta House Of Assembly
by lucky oyibo THE successful celebration of the first anniversary of the Fifth Delta State House of Assembly included the dinner/award night as prominent Deltans and Nigerians who have made a mark in the executive and legislative arms of government were recognized for their stewardship to their fatherland. It was the first of its series since the birth of the state legislature on January 30, 1992. The Event Centre, Asaba, was a beehive of human and vehicular movement as visitors, [...]
Continue ReadingLG Bureau, Diamond Fund Sign Agreement
On New Pension Scheme BY ANDREW IKEHI/NDIDI ONYEKPE THE Delta State Bureau of Local Government Pensions (BLGP), yesterday in Asaba, signed a Custodial Services Agreement with Diamond Pension Fund Custodian Limited, Lagos. Chairman of BLGP, Mrs. Patience Ikomi signed on behalf of the bureau, while the Managing Director of Diamond Pension Fund, Mr. Chinedu Ekeocha signed on behalf of his organisation. In an address, Mrs. Ikomi assured workers in the state that their contributions into the new pension fund are [...]
Continue ReadingGhana’s New Trade Policy
UNDER the new trade policy being enforced by the Ghanaian government, foreign businesses are required to have an initial capital of $300,000 and employ at least 10 Ghanaians before they can start any business in Ghana, regardless of the size of the business. The policy, said to have been in hibernation since 1993, only recently came to light and appears to have eclipsed the world of many of the traders, a large number of whom are believed to be Nigerians. [...]
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