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Rivers Beaches Beckon Tourists
Life is said to be better when you spend it on a beach, because it affords you the opportunity to relax, swim or go surfing if you have what it takes to do so. You can even sprawl in the open, these activities do a lot of good to the body.
There are a handful of beaches in Rivers State that will make you to come back to the inviting white sands and palm trees time and again. Some of the natural beaches in the state that beckons, on tourists include: Isaka Holiday Resort, Agaja beach, Elem Kalabari beach (slave rout) etc.
The Isaka Holiday Resort is set on 103 hectres of on Isaka area. This place was relatively active leisure and recreational centre in the 1970s attracting both local and international tourists.
It is with a lake located to the west front and outstretch of sand beach estuary of the Bonny River, a water way that leads to one of Nigeria’s major seaports.
Agaja Beach: This is a beautiful site of the light of Bonny with panoramic nature of the Atlantic ocean. The resort is richly endowed with natural white sand beach stretching for more than 15 kilometres and with a blend of tropical rain and mangrove forest.
It’s regime is located south of Bonny town, the home of Nigeria’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
It is approximately 10 km away from Bonny Town, 45 minutes by speed boat from Port Harcourt and can be reached through the Bomu/Bonny Federal High way under construction. The Agaja beach is also noted for whales and hippopotamus.
The Port Harcourt Boat club established in 1960 is a private club that is located in a serene site along the city’s waterways to the Bonny river. In addition to regular boat race, water skirting and yatching activities. This tourist attraction offers memorable excitement to visitors/spectators during its annual boat race.
Apart from the foregoing, the state also boasts of historical sights and monuments such as King Jaja of Opopo and King Dappa Pepple monuments, excavation site in Ke,
St Paul’s Cathedral Opobo, Historic Royal Niger Company in Krigeni as well as lakes and ponds such as Ellah lakes at Obrikom, probomu fish ponds and Niger Delta Basin Authority (NDBA) fish pond at Bodo etc.
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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