The chairman of Isoko North Local Government Council of Delta State, Godwin Ogorugba, has extended his heartfelt sympathies to the accident victims of Oyede Comprehensive Secondary School who were involved in a tricycle accident on their way back from the 2026 Children’s Day celebrations.
Ogorugba who paid a courtesy visit to the school management at Oyede, Tuesday, gave thanks to God Almighty over what he described as divine protection for the lives of the students who were involved in the accident, disclosing that he has paid over ₦2.4 million to cover all medical bills of the accident victims and promised to fix the school bus.
The council boss assured the school management, parents, and students that the council is fully committed to the safety and welfare of all pupils and students in Isoko North even as he urged schools to prioritize safety measures while also promising to work with relevant authorities to prevent a recurrence.
“On behalf of my family and the good people of Isoko North, I pray for the quick and complete recovery of all the students. Their lives matter to us. We will continue to support our schools and protect our children,” the Council Chairman stated.
Speaking during the visit , the school principal, Mrs. Udhe S.E., explained that the school bus was grounded due to four bad tyres, which resulted in the students being transported to the children’s day celebration at the council secretariat with public tricycles, noting that her intention was to ensure her students participated in the event and did not miss out on the celebration.
The principal thanked the council chairman for his fatherly love for the children and the entire Isoko North people and his quick response in paying the medical bills for all the students, and promising to fix the grounded school bus, saying they are very grateful and prayed God Almighty to continue to protect and bless the chairman.
The council chairman was accompanied in the visit by senior officials of the council..
Meanwhile, the chairman of Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, Godwin Ogorugba has felicitated with the immediate past first lady of Delta State and Founder of the 05 Initiative Foundation, Dame (Mrs.) Edith Okowa, on the occasion of her 65th birthday anniversary.
In a statement on Monday, in Ozoro, Ogorugba described the former First Lady as “an epitome of ideal humanity as well as a symbol of what a God-fearing woman and a very caring mother to all. Her Excellency, Dame Edith Okowa, through her well-thought-out 05 Initiative pet project, stood out over the years in the health sector across the Federal Republic of Nigeria where many families can testify “
Ogorugba lauded the wife of the immediate past Governor of the State for her faithful prayers and immense contributions to the promotion of quality healthcare and economic empowerment of women in the state, which he said has become a reference point for many.
“Her Excellency remains a great example of selfless service, compassion, and leadership. On behalf of the government and people of Isoko North Local Government Area, I celebrate our mother, Dame (Mrs) Edith Okowa on the occasion of her 65th birthday anniversary celebration today and pray that God grants you many more years in good health, wisdom, and strength to continue your impactful work for humanity,” Ogorugba stated.
