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Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation Celebrates 6th Anniversary of Service to Delta State Communities
Otor-Ihwreko, Delta State – December 16, 2024 – The Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation marked its 6th anniversary today, celebrating six years of dedicated service to individuals and communities, particularly in Delta State. The event took place at the Otor-Ihwreko community town hall, where community members gathered to honor the foundation’s impactful initiatives.
In his welcome address, Executive Director Hon. Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete (JP) highlighted the foundation’s commitment to improving lives through various programs, including free medical care, scholarships, and youth training in fish farming. He expressed pride in the foundation’s achievements over the past six years and announced a significant milestone: the enrollment of over 120 individuals into the Delta State Contributory Health Insurance Scheme, a move aimed at enhancing healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
The ceremony also featured remarks from Olorogun Dr. Issac Akpoveta, Director General of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission. Dr. Akpoveta commended the foundation for its efforts in enrolling individuals into the health scheme and reiterated the mandate from His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to support the enrollment of vulnerable community members. He concluded by honoring Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete as a Health Insurance Ambassador (HIA) for his foundation’s contributions to the health sector in Delta State.
In response to the recognition, Dr. Olotu expressed gratitude to the Governor for the honor and emphasized that this acknowledgment would motivate the foundation to continue its transformative work. He also thanked partners and associates for their ongoing moral and financial support.
Amb. Kennedy Ivwromonena Atevure, speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the foundation’s initiatives. He underscored the critical importance of health, stating, “Health is wealth,” and prayed for continued blessings and strength for the foundation in its endeavors.
The event served as a testament to the Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Foundation’s unwavering commitment to community service and its ongoing efforts to uplift the lives of Deltans through health and education initiatives.
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NCYC Urges Tinubu to Choose Christian Running Mate for 2027
As political momentum gathers ahead of the 2027 general elections, the North Central Youth Council (NCYC) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to select a Christian as his running mate in the next presidential race. The group says such a move would reflect Nigeria’s religious diversity and promote national unity.
In a statement signed by its President, Sunday A. Asuku, the NCYC described the Muslim-Muslim ticket used in the 2023 election—pairing Tinubu with Vice President Kashim Shettima—as a controversial break from Nigeria’s long-standing tradition of religious balancing in top political offices.
The council warned that repeating the same formula in 2027 could deepen existing divisions and alienate large segments of the population.
“Choosing a Christian vice-presidential candidate is not just symbolic—it is a strategic, ethical, and unifying necessity,” Asuku stated.
“Nigeria is a multi-religious nation. Ignoring that fact undermines the foundation of our democracy.”
The NCYC argued that Tinubu’s 2023 victory, while decisive, was marked by weak performance in Christian-majority regions and drew criticism from religious bodies and civil society organizations.
Addressing this imbalance, the group said, would help rebuild public trust and improve Tinubu’s chances in the next election.
“Competent Christian leaders can be found across the country—from the South-East to the Middle Belt. Including them in national leadership would not only demonstrate fairness but also foster national cohesion,” Asuku added.
The group concluded by urging Tinubu to seize the moment and demonstrate true statesmanship.
“The 2027 elections will test Nigeria’s commitment to unity,” the statement read.
“This is a historic opportunity for President Tinubu to lead with inclusiveness and leave a lasting legacy.”
The NCYC’s appeal comes amid growing public discourse on equity, representation, and the future of leadership in Nigeria.
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