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ISOKO NATION HAS NOT WELCOMED ANY SON-IN-LAW; IT IS THE IDU BODY AND ITS KANGAROO EXECUTIVES THAT ARE WELCOMING THE GOVERNOR AND APC PARTY MEMBERS TO ISOKOLAND.

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The Convener of No Jobman for Governor 2023, Comrade Steven Luke, has strongly condemned the leadership of the Isoko Development Union (IDU) over its publication announcing a planned welcome for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, at Oleh during the official flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign in Isoko South Local Government Area. Comrade Steven Luke, who is currently in Isokoland, questioned the authority of the IDU leadership to speak on behalf of the entire Isoko nation in welcoming the governor to an APC political event. He maintained that the Isoko people did not collectively authorize the union to present its planned political hospitality as the position of the entire Isoko nation. Comrade Steven insisted that welcoming Governor Oborevwori to an APC campaign event should not automatically be presented as the collective position of the Isoko people, particularly when there has been no demonstrated consensus among the peop...
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Prof. Chris Apkotu and His Kangaroo Executives: Is the Isoko Development Union (IDU) Now a Political Tool of the APC?

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The Convener of No Jobman for Governor 2023, Comrade Steven Luke, has strongly condemned the press statement issued by the Isoko Development Union (IDU), through its National Publicity Secretary, Chief Dr. Jubilant Uzuazo Igelige, JP, questioning the direction and political neutrality of the union under the leadership of its President, Prof. Chris Apkotu. Comrade Steven Luke expressed serious concern over what he described as an attempt by Prof. Chris Apkotu and his executive team to turn the once-respected Isoko socio-cultural organization into a political platform for the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to Comrade Steven Luke, the IDU was established to protect Isoko interests, defend the collective aspirations of the Isoko people, and promote the social, economic, and cultural development of the Isoko nation—not to serve as a welcoming committee or political machinery for any political party. Is the Isoko Development Union now an extension of the APC? Has the ...
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ODIDI OIL SPILL: YOU CANNOT TREAT CANCER WITH PARACETAMOL!

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Comrade Ebis Martha, Rights Activist with the Organization for Human and People’s Rights Protection and Humanitarian (OHPRPH), has questioned the Delta State Government’s three-day medical outreach in Odidi, stressing that medical treatment cannot replace environmental remediation. Section 20 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria directs the State to protect and improve the environment, while Article 24 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights guarantees the right to a satisfactory environment favourable to development. The government must go beyond temporary medical relief by working with relevant federal agencies to ensure the spill is contained, affected waterways and farmlands are assessed, and the responsible company fulfils its obligations. What happens after the three-day outreach and the pollution remains? The people of Odidi deserve more than temporary relief. They deserve a clean environment, protected livelihoods and lasting solutions. Treat the people, ...
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MAMI MARKET DEMOLITION: RIGHTS ACTIVIST EBIS MARTHA CALLS FOR URGENT GOVERNMENT INTERVENTION

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A Call for Justice, Humanitarian Relief and Protection of Livelihoods, t he demolition of Mami Market in Effurun Sapele Road Delta State, reportedly carried out without prior notice to affected occupants, has left numerous people homeless and traders without their means of livelihood. Comrade Ebis Martha, Rights Activist with the Organization for Human and People’s Rights Protection and Humanitarian (OHPRPH), calls on the Delta State Government and relevant authorities to urgently intervene and provide temporary shelter, alternative trading spaces and humanitarian assistance to those affected. Although the land is reportedly leasehold land, this does not automatically give any authority the right to evict occupants without complying with applicable laws, the terms of the lease and due process. Section 34(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) protects human dignity. Section 36(1) guarantees fair hearing in the determination of civil righ...
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ODIDI OIL SPILL: HERITAGE ENERGY MUST ACT NOW! RIGHTS ACTIVIST EBIS QUESTIONS DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT’S RESPONSE : A DEMAND FOR ACCOUNTABILITY, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND IMMEDIATE ACTION

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Comrade Ebis Martha, Rights Activist with the Organization for Human and People’s Rights Protection and Humanitarian (OHPRPH), has accused Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited, operator of OML 30, of misleading the Delta State Government over the reported oil spill in Odidi. She questioned whether the proposed clamping measures would genuinely stop the pollution or merely buy the company more time while the environment, waterways and farmlands remain at risk. She called on the company to immediately contain the spill, take responsibility for the damage and provide clear assurances that further pollution will not occur.  Comrade Ebis Martha who is currently at Odidi Community has expressed her concerns over the response to the incident, stressing that government palliatives and medical interventions cannot replace immediate containment, environmental remediation and corporate accountability. “It is concerning that government hospitals already struggling with shor...
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COMRADE STEVEN LUKE ISSUES STRONG WARNING TO IDU YOUTH WING: JOEL EMENI MUST APOLOGIZE TO ISOKO YOUTHS AND RESPECT HIS IMPEACHMENT

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The Spokesperson of the Human and Peoples' Rights Advocate of the Niger Delta, Comrade Steven Luke, has issued a strong warning to the Isoko Development Union (IDU) Youth Wing, insisting that the impeached president, Comrade Joel Ifoghale Emeni, must tender an unreserved apology to the entire Isoko youth community and refrain from interfering in the activities of the youth wing. Comrade Steven Luke, who made this position known while interacting with some Isoko youths in Irri Town, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, maintained that the impeachment of Joel Emeni should serve as a clear reminder that leadership is a responsibility that demands accountability, discipline, transparency, and respect for the people. According to Comrade Steven Luke, Isoko youths deserve responsible leadership built on integrity and genuine commitment to the development of Isoko Nation, not endless controversy or attempts to regain relevance after losing the mandate ...
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COMRADE STEVEN LUKE CHALLENGES PROF. CHRIS AKPOTU: ACCOUNT FOR FUNDS RECEIVED FROM IMPEACHED IDU YOUTH WING PRESIDENT JOEL IFOGHALE EMENI

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The Spokesperson of the Human and Peoples’ Rights Advocate of Niger Delta, Comrade Steven Luke, has strongly challenged Prof. Chris Akpotu, President-General of the Isoko Development Union (IDU), to come forward and explain to the good people of Isoko Nation the funds allegedly received by him and his executive members from the impeached IDU Youth Wing President, Comrade Joel Ifoghale Emeni, who was removed from office a few weeks ago. Comrade Steven Luke, who was present in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area, to witness the inauguration of the new Isoko Development Union (IDU) Youth Wing President, Dr. Comrade Unuafe Sunday Edewor, stated that the IDU leadership must understand that the people of Isoko Nation are neither blind nor illiterate. He questioned the leadership of the Isoko Development Union (IDU), including its executives and Board of Trustees (BOT), over allegations concerning funds reportedly received from the impeached IDU Youth Wing Presiden...
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