The Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications has congratulated The Pointer Newspaper, the official newspaper of the Delta State Government, on its 32nd anniversary, praising its contributions to public enlightenment, government communication and the development of the state.
The Director-General of the Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., in a congratulatory message, described the newspaper as a strategic media institution that has, over the past three decades, remained committed to informing citizens, promoting understanding of government policies and documenting Delta State’s development journey.
Published by the Delta Printing and Publishing Corporation, The Pointer has served as an important communication link between the government and the people, providing coverage of government activities, public policies and development initiatives while contributing to public discourse and democratic governance.
Oghenesivbe particularly commended the newspaper for its role in communicating the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, noting that timely, accurate and credible information is essential to promoting public awareness, deepening citizens’ understanding of government programmes and encouraging participation in the state’s development.
He observed that the newspaper’s coverage of government projects, policies and programmes had helped showcase the administration’s development priorities and efforts to improve service delivery across Delta State.
The Director-General further described The Pointer as a critical partner of the Bureau, explaining that its contributions to public enlightenment, government-citizen engagement and the dissemination of verified information complement the Bureau’s mandate of promoting effective government communication.
He also applauded the management of the Delta Printing and Publishing Corporation for its sustained efforts in steering the organisation and maintaining the newspaper’s operations over the years.
Oghenesivbe specifically commended the Managing Director of the corporation, Mrs Rosemary Nwaebuni, and the Editor-in-Chief of The Pointer, Mrs Edna Emeni, for their leadership, dedication and contributions to sustaining the newspaper’s operations and editorial standards.
He extended his commendation to the editorial team, journalists and other members of staff for their professionalism, commitment and contributions to public service journalism.
The Bureau chief urged the newspaper’s management and workforce to maintain high standards of accuracy, fairness, objectivity and responsible journalism while embracing innovation to remain relevant in an increasingly competitive and evolving media landscape.
He expressed confidence that The Pointer would continue to strengthen its credibility, expand its readership and remain a dependable platform for public enlightenment and the communication of government policies and the developmental aspirations of Delta State.
On behalf of the management and staff of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications, Oghenesivbe congratulated the newspaper on attaining 32 years of publication and wished it sustained growth and greater accomplishments in service to the government and people of Delta State.
