Dr. Samuel Ogbuku

In terms of Project infrastructure, in the past 24 years NDDC has executed about 7,483 projects. Out of this completed projects, about 3,357 are roads and bridges, about 611 are renewable energy projects, 3,427 are still ongoing...

"The NDDC is not just building roads and bridges. We are stitching together a vibrant tapestry of development, from healthcare and education to skills development and job creation."

Niger Delta Development Commission Chairman, Mr. Chiedu Ebie & I , led other members of the governing board for a courtesy visit to the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno, at the Akwa Ibom State Government House, Uyo.

President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has high expectations for the NDDC board and we will not fail him.

Our work at the NDDC goes beyond building roads and bridges ....

In company of my beautiful wife & the NDDC EDFA ; Chief Boma Iyaye , I attended the 50th Birthday Celebration of Senibo (Engr.) Henry Uranta, in Port Harcourt.

We are following the footstep of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu .

The Niger Delta Region is the most affected in Nigeria by issues of climate change.

The Niger Delta Region is one of the most impacted by climate change in Africa...

Yesterday , I joined other prominent Nigerians and the National leadership of All Progressives Congress ( APC) at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, to celebrate the Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio at a grand reception and Birthday celebration in his honour.

"I am confident that the tenure of this NDDC Board will be peaceful and productive"

Happy New month

Yesterday, I , Mr Chiedu Ebie (Chairman ), Dr Boma Iyaye ( EDFA) , Mr Victor Antai ( EDP), and other members of the NDDC Board, were formally inaugurated, by the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Engr. Abubakar Momoh , at his office in Abuja.

Earlier today , I joined all eligible and registered voters in Bayelsa State to exercise my civic responsibility as I voted in my polling Unit, unit 001, Ward 3 , in Ogbia Local Government Area, at the Bayelsa State Governorship election which took across the entire state.

Yesterday I joined the leadership of our great party, led by Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Alhaji Kashim Shettima , Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, National Chairman of the APC, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje and other stakeholders of party to the grand finale of the party’s campaign activities for the November 11, governorship election in Bayelsa state, held at the Ox-Bow Lake Pavilion in Yenagoa.

The national chairman of APC, Abdullahi Ganduje officially presented the party flag to Chief Timipre Marlin Sylva and his running mate, Mr Joshua Maciver, at the rally.

Yesterday, I hosted a delegation from TotalEnergies. We agreed to collaborate on renewable Energy, amongst other things.

The NDDC, wishes to replicate partnership with IOCs to carry out life changing projects just like we did for the Ogba-Nembe road in Bayelsa State.

Over the weekend, I was honoured by Yiba-Ama ( Oruma) community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. I was conffered with the Chieftancy title, Ama Tondi 1 of Tugbeni ( Oruma) Land, meaning the one who lightens the community .

Today , I hosted a delegation from Itsekiri Ethnic Nationality , led by Chief Ayiri Emami, at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt.

In company of Niger Delta Development Commission's Executive Director Project ( EDP) Mr Charles Ogunmola, and the Rivers State Representative on the Board of the Commission, Engineer Chukwudi Dimkpa , I attended the birthday celebration of His Royal Majesty King (Dr) Ateke Tom (JP), Sekuro of Niger Delta, Amayanabo of Okochiri Kingdom at his palace in Okirika LGA, Rivers State.

Accompanied by the Executive Director Finance and Administration ( EDFA) Major General Charles Airhiavbere, Executive Director Project ( EDP) Mr Charles Ogunmola and the Bayelsa State Representative on the Board of the NDDC, today May 29th, I attended the swearing-in ceremony of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima at Eagles Square Abuja .

Congratulations to HE Asiwaju Tinubu & HE Sen Kashim Shettima on swearing in as President & Vice President.

Congratulations Your Excellencies

"We (NDDC ) are grateful to the Senate for its support and commitment to developing the Niger Delta region. The passage of this budget will enable us to continue providing critical infrastructure and services to the region’s people.”

I was at the National Assembly to handover NDDC's 21, 22 and 2023 budget proposal , I also defended same before the
Hon Olubumi Ojo led, House of Representatives Committee on Niger Delta.

Today at the Niger Delta Development Commission's Public Private Partnership ( PPP) Summit 2023 at @ Eco Hotel & Suites, V.I Lagos.

The Theme of the event was :- Rewind to Rebirth . Building a sustainable future through Public Private Partnership for Progress in the Niger Delta.

Special thanks to the Honorable Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Obong Umana Okon Umana, Members of the National Assembly, State Governments Representatives, Stakeholders, Captains of industry, Seasoned Panelist, Development Agencies, Local & International partners for making the event a huge success.

On Thursday April , 13th , in company of the NDDC 's EDP Mr Charles Ogunmola and other Directors, I paid courtesy visit on the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri.

I then proceeded to commission 3 roads in New GRA Extension, Igbogene Community and the 16 Brigade, Nigerian Army Barracks, all in Yenagoa LGA of Bayelsa State.

I am still in shock at the news of Prof Nimi's death, this is a big loss to the Niger Delta region. May God grant his immediate family the fortitude to bear the Loss .

Happy Easter

Today a Grand Reception was held in my honour at the University of Port Harcourt, as a foremost alumni of the University having obtained my first, second and PhD degrees in the great institution.

During the event which doubles as a "One Day working visit ", I met with the University's Pro-Chancellor , Vice Chancellor and other principal officers of the institution.
I was accompanied the EDFA Major General Charles Airhiavbere (Rtd) , EDP Mr Charles Ogunmola , Directors and other senior members of staff .