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I am losing my sight to Glaucoma – Silas Akporobaro

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Silas Akporobaro
Silas Akporobaro

…cries out for help

By Kelvin Ohoror
A middle aged man, Mr. Silas Akporobaro, aged 48 from Okpe-Isoko in Isoko North Local Government Area, Delta State, has made a passionate appeal for financial assistance as he battles the devastating effects of glaucoma, a condition that is causing him to gradually lose his sight.

He made this appeal during an exclusive interview with this reporter when he shared his painful experience, explaining that his vision problems began in 2013. According to him, over the years, he has sought treatment from various eye specialists, but the situation has only worsened.

“Since 2013, I have been dealing with this vision problem. After several tests, I was diagnosed with glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness worldwide. At the time, no one advised me to undergo surgery, and I was only given medication. “Unfortunately, as I kept taking the drugs, my condition deteriorated,” Silas explained.

Narrating his ordeal further, he stated that despite the treatments, his sight continued to decline, forcing him to sell off all his properties in a desperate attempt to fund medical bills. “Two years ago, I lost my job, and since then, surviving has been a daily struggle. I have no money left for medication,” he lamented.

Recent medical tests at Lily Hospital in Warri revealed that Silas’s condition has progressed to a critical stage. “Doctors told me there’s nothing more they can do, and that I will have to live with it for the rest of my life,” he said.

He however, stated that there may still be hope, that he has discovered an alternative organic treatment that could potentially reverse the damage.

“The drugs are very expensive—₦150,000 per month for 9 to 12 months. With consistent treatment, there is a chance my sight could be restored,” he explained, appealing to the public for help.

Silas is not only battling his health crisis but also severe financial difficulties. He noted that has been unable to pay his rent for two years, and eviction looms.

“I am owing my landlord ₦180,000 in yearly rent, and soon I will be thrown out. I am begging for financial support to cover my treatment and secure a stable place to live,” he added.

Despite the dire circumstances, Silas remains hopeful. “It is been hell, but by God’s grace, I am still alive. Without income, I have been relying on the kindness of friends and strangers to survive. But now, I urgently need help to fund my treatment and reverse this condition.”

Silas is reaching out to well-meaning individuals, organisations, and philanthropists for assistance. Any financial support can help him cover the cost of the organic drugs necessary to restore his vision and give him a fighting chance at a better life.

EMOGRAMS Old Students Pay Condolence Visit To Odio Idu Amadhe

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Members of the Old Students Association of Emore Grammar School Oleh, with Chief Iduh Amadhe
Members of the Old Students Association of Emore Grammar School Oleh, with Chief Iduh Amadhe

The Old Students Association (OSA) of Emore Grammar School, Oleh on Sunday, payed a condolence visit to High Chief Iduh Amadhe who recently lost his father, Pa Samson Ogor Amadhe.

The EMOGRAMS Old Students led by the National President of the Association, Dr. Eric Oghonu at the Oleh residence of Chief Amadhe commiserated with him on the demise of the late centenarian who passed on earlier last month few days after marking his 115th birthday.

Speaking at the occasion, Dr. Eric Oghonu told Chief Iduh that the EMOGRAMS family was touched by the demise of his father but urged him to take solace that Papa lived a very fulfilled life with remarkable legacies. He prayed for the repose of the soul departed and promised that the OSA would be part of the final burial when the date is finally fixed.

In his response, Chief Iduh Amadhe expressed gratitude for the solidarity of OSA which he said is always noted for excellence at all times. Chief Iduh who is a pioneer student of EMOGRAMS stated that the OSA family would be carried along in rolling out of the burial plans of his late father.

The OSA team on the visit include Comrade Ekebe Emmanuel, National Publicity Secretary of OSA, Robin Agbate, Mrs. Judith Ataro, Chief Awheme Emonena and Okolor Ben, Secretary of the Home branch of OSA.

The climax of the occasion was the signing of the condolence register by Dr. Oghonu on behalf of the OSA World-wide.

Isoko South Council Inaugurates Peace and Conflict Resolution Committee

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Isoko South Council Chairman, Hon. Friday Warri flanked by members of the newly constituted Isoko South Peace and Conflict Resolution Committee
Isoko South Council Chairman, Hon. Friday Warri flanked by members of the newly constituted Isoko South Peace and Conflict Resolution Committee.

….Urges community leaders to shun crisis.

By Matthew Unyove

The Isoko South Local Government Council chairman, Comrade Friday Warri has inaugurated a 20 – man Peace and Conflict Resolution Committee towards ensuring peaceful co-existence between and within communities in Isoko South Local Government Area charged with the responsibility of nipping any crisis in the bud.

Warri, speaking at the inauguration last Tuesday, having commended the willingness of members of the Committee to serve, urged them to uphold truthfulness and fairness in the discharge of their assignment.

Speaking further, the Council Boss stated that  the Committee has as part of it’s responsibilities of how to identify, intervene and resolve inter and intra-communual conflicts and disputes within the Local Government Area with a core mandate to, amongst other tasks, ensure that lasting peace prevails in the entire Isoko South Local Government.

Other responsibilities, according to him include to drive peace building  advocacy across the communities in the Local Government and to interface with security agencies and other stake holders to ensure that early signs of impending conflicts are nipped in the bud before they escalate, as well as drawing up action plan on sustainable peace for communities in the area amongst others.

The Committee has a Veteran journalist and State Officer, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Asaba, Comrade Emmanuel Ekebe as chairman, with members drawn from the traditional, religious institutions and clans, including HRM Ovie of Emede, HRM Ovie of Aviara and Bishop Aruakpor John, with Barr. Joe Arausi and High Chief Iduh Amadhe as Advisers.

Other members of the committee drawn from clans in the Local Government are Abighe Gabriel -Irri, Obrogo Dennis -Emede, Cyril Ezo -Olomoro, Chief Odhomo Dan -IDU representative, Chief Oyibotha Obuke -Igbide, Chief Kennedy Idolor-Okpolo -Enwhe, Philip Osima -Aviara, Barr. Ethel Eghare -Council representative, Amere Victor -Technocrat, Barr. Mrs. Uwubiti -Erowha, Nigeria Police Oleh, State security service Oleh, Mrs Juliana Itewo -Oleh, and Daniel Kamaho -Enwhe while Alfred Omoro is to serve as Secretary.

Comrade Warri  however directed the Committee members to swing into action immediately with the view of creating a lasting peace that would bring sustainable development in our communities.

He advised different communities leadership not to embark on policies and programmes that would ignite conflict, chaos and crisis in and around their domains.

Responding on behalf of the Committee members, Comrade Ekebe Emmanuel appreciated the Council Chairman for finding them  worthy to serve and pledged that they will discharge their duties efficiently to justify the confidence reposed in them, noting that the importance of peaceful co-existence which cannot be underscored.

Also speaking, High Chief Iduh Amadhe advised members of the Committee to be upright in carrying out their assignment and also commended the Local Chairman Comrade, Friday Warri for the laudable initiative.

Isoko South Council Chairman, Warri Marks 100 Days in Office

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Hon. Friday Ovoke, Isoko South Council Chairman
Hon. Friday Ovoke, Isoko South Council Chairman

….Reels out achievements, Challenges.

By Kelvin Ohoror

The Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Council, Hon. Friday Warri, has vowed to deliver exceptional governance and infrastructural improvement to the people of Isoko South Local Government Area to complement Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda Programme, despite daunting challenges.

Addressing the press recently during the marking of his 100 days in office from July 15, 2024, Hon. Warri stated that he has faced significant challenges but remains committed to revitalising Isoko South Local Government Area.

“When I assumed leadership, the realities I encountered were unexpected. Yet, we must inherit both assets and liabilities. My administration is determined to turn these challenges into opportunities,” he said.

He however, highlighted his administration’s early accomplishments and laid out roadmap for continued growth and stability.

Speaking further, Hon. Warri cited among his administration’s early achievements, the repair of the failed portion of Ogbemudia Expressway, a crucial road neglected for decades, noting that “We promised to tackle the Ogbemudia Expressway, and today, that’s a done deal. Go see for yourself,” he he added.

According to the Council Boss, “significant infrastructure projects, including the Chairman’s quarters, previously in disrepair, has undergone 75% renovation, with completion expected by year-end.

“This local government deserves a facelift, and our efforts will redefine its image.”
According to the Council helmsman, “my administration has initiated construction of a modern gate and perimeter fencing for the Council premises, aiming for a completion before year-end. Similarly, the Head of Personnel Management (HPM) quarters is receiving substantial upgrade”.

“Committed to fostering peace, with management team, we have actively engaged with communities across Isoko South to resolve local conflicts. We worked tirelessly to restore peace in Olomoro and resolve the leadership tussle in Okpolo-Enhwe and Enhwe. Today, the entire Isoko South enjoys harmony,” he affirmed.

Hon. Warri Charges Journalists to Uphold Professional Ethics

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Members of Isoko Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)
Members of Isoko Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)

…..Pledges to Partner with Isoko NUJ.

By Emmanuel Ekebe & Mike Ilaya

The Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Council, Comrade Ovoke Friday Warri has challenged Journalists in Nigeria to uphold the tenets and ethics of the journalism profession whenever they are discharging their duties.

The Local Government Chairman gave the charge last Tuesday when members of Isoko Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) paid him a courtesy visit in his office at Oleh.

He urged the journalists to see journalism as a noble profession which focus should be more on investigations to get more facts that would give their stories credibility in course of their reportage.

The Council Boss who decried and described the prevalence of fake news and ‘pull him down syndrome’ journalism as inimical to progress and development of any society, advised journalists to always balance their stories before publication.

According to him, “your visit today is timely and very important, I am a media friendly person; I was part of the era of the Social Media Advocacy in Isoko that gave birth to Umeh Need Road Forum (UNR).”

“As the Fourth Estate of the Realm, the press should always endeavour to be objective by verifying their facts and balance their stories before going to press to help propagate the activities of the Council in the right perspective”.

He commended members of Isoko Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), for raising the bar of journalism in Isoko nation and the state.

The Chairman however, pledged to synergise with the journalists as partners in progress with the view of enthroning and discharging the dividend of democracy at the Local Government level.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Isoko Chapel of Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Michael Ilaya had intimated the Council Chairman on the importance of partnering with the body of qualified journalists to give him the needed publicity of his policies and programmes.

Comrade Ilaya however, solicited the Council Chairman’s patronage of Isoko Chapel journalists to always beckon on the Chapel whenever activities come up in the Local Government for mutually beneficial progress.

Meanwhile the ex-chairman and leader of the Isoko Chapel, Comrade Emmanuel Ekebe thanked the Council Chairman for creating the atmosphere for the visit, noting that he knows the chairman to be a press friendly personality, and affirmed that the union will play it’s role in synergising with the Local Government in their activities.

Present during the courtesy visit were Comrade Jonadab Edede, NUJ Vice Chairman, Matthew Unyove Secretary, Kelvin Ohoror, Financial Secretary,Warri Eriques, Auditor and Michael Ekokoruwe member.

Governor Oborevwori’s Administration Responsive to Public Complaints – Izeze

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Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads) Comrade Reuben Izeze (middle) Functioning Permanent Secretary in the Ministry Engr Juliet Aboloje (left), Deputy Director Highways and Zonal Engineer Engr. John Oniyeburutan (right) and Engr. Ejovi Adasen (second right) during inspection of Beneku bridge and access road on Sunday.
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads) Comrade Reuben Izeze (middle) Functioning Permanent Secretary in the Ministry Engr Juliet Aboloje (left), Deputy Director Highways and Zonal Engineer Engr. John Oniyeburutan (right) and Engr. Ejovi Adasen (second right) during inspection of Beneku bridge and access road on Sunday.

Delta State Government, says the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori administration was responsive to citizens’ complaints in line with his zero tolerance for shoddy projects’ delivery.

The State Commissioner for Works ( Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze disclosed this on Sunday, during an unscheduled inspection of Beneku bridge and access road in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of the state.

Izeze who stated that he paid an unscheduled visit to the project site in reaction to a complain on Social Media, said the Oborevwori administration takes seriously genuine concerns raised by citizens in line with the Governor’s posture for quality projects delivery.

Accompanied by Functioning Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mrs Juliet Aboloje and top officials, Izeze said the contractor would be made to correct all abnormalities observed before any further certificates would be issued to the company.

“Let me first thank a very concerned citizen who performed his civic responsibility by using a veritable tool of the Social Media to draw the attention of government to the observations noticed in this project.

“Incidentally, it was brought to my attention last night by a colleague in government at about 3am this morning and I got in touch with my Functioning Permanent Secretary and Zonal Engineer to see for ourselves.

“Here we are now and having gone through the stretch of the bridge, we have noticed some anomalies on the expansion joints and the Zonal Engineer has confirmed that the contracting firm had been written before now to get back to site and fix those expansion joints across the length of the bridge.

“Furthermore more we have also discovered that most of the kerbs on the access road are falling off the embankment and this requires that the firm comes back to address those failures to reduce the threat it posses to the commuters on this road.

“We will write to the contractor to come back to site and address the anomalies that we have noticed on this important road so that the project can be done according to specification.

“This is to ensure we have value for every kobo spent so that residents of this area and visitors alike will use this road safely as is the intention of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.”

Youth President of Beneku Community Okechukwu Otuya and Secretary, Izu Louis, commended the Commissioner for his prompt response and called on the state government to prevail on the contractor to correct all the errors observed.

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