In the embrace of a splendid Port Harcourt dawn, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) headquarters stood adorned in welcome, a mosaic of warmth and effusive hospitality. Thursday marked a day when Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the commission’s Managing Director/CEO the depth of his endearment to the diligent workers he presides over—his dedicated workforce. It was a day etched in memory …

The appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku to a fresh term in the newly announced governing board of the interventionist agency offers a few important lessons on how to manage opportunity and promise. Appointed first in January 2023 by the outgone administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, …

The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has lauded President Bola Tinubu for the recent nomination of its member to the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Last week, the state chapter of the party kicked against the nomination of a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Victor Akinjo, who was also the …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reconstituted the board and management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the commission’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku is to retain in his position, while Mr. Chiedu Ebie from Delta State is now the …

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has pledged to initiate projects and programmes to develop the capacity of women and youths in the Niger Delta region. During an interactive meeting with women leaders of ethnic nationalities and key stakeholders in the Niger Delta region at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt, the Managing Director of the commission, Dr Samuel Ogbuku …

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has embarked on exploratory discussions with the development agencies of France and Germany to propel job creation and boost farmers’ productivity in the region. Driven by a commitment to advance sustainable development, NDDC’s Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku led a high-level delegation on a two-day visit to the French Development Agency (AFD) and the …

Desperation drives irrational thoughts and actions, even as some analysts see it as the raw material of drastic change. One thing is certain though, never underestimate the desperation of people bound by a common ulterior motive as they will stop at nothing to achieve their aim. It is sad and heart rending to observe the desperation being exhibited by some …

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has denied media reports that it is owning six months salaries of its security workers, on the basis of which the employees are threatening to carry out a peaceful protest. In a statement on Wednesday, its Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Pius Ughakpoteni said: “We wish to state that the commission engages security companies …

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Niger Delta Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore has commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for developing a budgetary process that involves stakeholders in its efforts to develop the region. Presenting a keynote address at the NDDC Partners for Sustainable Development (PSD) Forum – NDDC 2024 Budget of Reconstruction Conference in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, Belgore …

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has appointed Mr. Pius O. Ughakpoteni as the Director of Corporate Affairs. He replaces Dr. Ibitoye Abosede, who is retiring. Until his elevation, Ughakpoteni served as Director of New Media at the NDDC from last October, after a seven-month stint as the Director of Abuja Liaison Office, leading a team of talented and passionate …