Politics
Scholarship Beneficiaries Endorse Rivers Governor …Businessman Too
350 beneficiaries of Rivers state government overseas scholarship under the aegis of Professionals and Graduates of Rivers State Government Overseas Scholarship Scheme have called on the people of Rivers State to come out enmase to support and re-elect RT Hon. Chibuike Amaechi in the forthcoming general election.
The group made the call through its interim co-ordinator Adokiye Evans Tom Briggs and interim secretary Chidi Ogbonda said re-electing Amaechi in the general election will bring the much needed opportunity and encourage the governor in building and consolidating on the health and educational projects in the state.
The group expressed its sincere appreciation to the state for the opportunity given to them to travel abroad for quality education in world class institutions.
It also dismissed rumours that the overseas scholarship was fake, adding that such rumours was false.
According to the group, the Rivers sate government sponsored overseas scholarship scheme is real, as evidences by us we appealed to the government to continue the laudable scheme to enable more Rivers State indigenes benefit from it.
“As a way of showing appreciation to utilise the knowledge gained from the laudable scheme to partake in the growth and development of our state. This is in order to actualise the vision of this government to make this state a world class one and to avoid possible brain drain which has negatively affected the development of the nation.
Meanwhile, the Managing Director and Chief Executive of Olison Nigeria Limited Mr. Oliver Okeregwu, has called on the people of Rivers State and indeed the people of Etche extraction to vote en-mass for governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi in the April general elections.
Mr. Okeregwu made the call while speaking with journalists at Okehi the headquarters of Etche Local Government Area recently, after being bestowed with an award by the Ogbakor Etche.
He stated that the state governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has done very well in the transformation of the state which he said, can be compared to any developing nation across the globe.
According to him, the decision of the governor to build modern health centres, primary and secondary schools across all the various wards in the state is an eloquent testimony of his people oriented policies.
The Enugu State based Civil Engineer expert averred that governor Amaechi has within three year in office changed the face of governance in the state adding that given another chance to govern the state would mean another harvest of development in the state.
He urged the people of the state to give their unflicting support to the governor in the forthcoming election, noting that he has more experience and understand the problems and pains of the people than any other governorship aspirants in the state.
He commended the leadership of Ogbakor Etche for the honour done him adding that the award will spur him to do more for the people of Etche ethnic Nationality and the entire Rivers people.
The Chief Executive Officer of Olison Nigeria Limited urged the people of Omuma to participate in the forthcoming INEC voters registration exercise adding that it is the only way they can elect leaders of their preferred choice
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The Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Rivers State Governor, Dr. Darlington Oji, has disclosed that about 15 Special Advisers to the governor were duly approved by the Rivers State House of Assembly before the current political crisis in the State.
Oji made the disclosure in a Television programme in Port Harcourt, recently, while reacting to issues surrounding appointments, the impeachment moves against the governor and his deputy, and allegations of financial mismanagement.
He clarified that the appointment of Special Advisers was carried out in strict compliance with constitutional provisions, and received the approval of the Rivers State House of Assembly under the leadership of the Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, before the crisis began.
According to the Special Adviser, the appointments did not require any further screening, countering claims that the governor violated due process in constituting his advisory team.
On the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, Oji described the process as unfounded and lacking constitutional backing.
He said that several lawmakers who initially supported the impeachment move were now reconsidering their stance after discovering that the process had no legal basis.
Oji also attributed the impeachment plot to personal and political ambitions, saying it is not motivated by the interest or welfare of the people of Rivers State.
Speaking on the financial position of the State after the Emergency Rule, the Special Adviser disclosed that the governor met about ?600 billion in the state’s coffers upon assumption of office.
He explained that the availability of funds enabled the administration to continue governance smoothly without the need for a supplementary budget.
The governor’s aide also refuted allegations of financial mismanagement against the governor, and stressed that all allocations to lawmakers and constituency projects were transparently handled.
He maintained that the Fubara administration remained focused on development, stability, and good governance despite the political distractions in the State.
Oji expressed confidence that the impeachment moves would eventually be abandoned as legislators and the public become more informed, adding that the governor’s leadership has continued to reassure citizens and sustain political stability in the State.
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Accordingg to the statement, the Board and National Executive Committee of PANDEF, noted with very grave concern the recent spate of political developments in Rivers State.
“Regrettably, these developments have now degenerated into the decision of the Rivers State House of Assembly to commence impeachment proceedings against the governor and deputy governor.
“This is a deeply disturbing situation that demands urgent attention in order to forestall further escalation and breakdown of law and order.
“This concern is heightened by the critical importance and strategic centrality of Rivers to the Niger Delta region and to the broader socio-political stability and economic wellbeing of Nigeria as a whole”, the statement said.
The Forum called on all parties involved in the resurgent political imbroglio to sheathe their swords and embrace peace.
“This should be guided by the principles of give-and-take, dialogue, tolerance, and political equanimity.
“All stakeholders must place paramount importance on peace, development and the welfare of the people of Rivers.
“We must now focus squarely on good governance and development of the state,” the Forum said.
PANDEF commended President Bola Tinubu, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), respected elders of Rivers State, and other well-meaning Nigerians for their previous and ongoing efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the state.
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