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RSNC GM Tasks NUJ On All-Inclusive Programme
The General Manager, Rivers State Newspaper Corporation (RSNC), publishers of The Tide Newspaper, Mr Vincent Ake has charged the executive members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Rivers State Council to initiate an all-inclusive programme that would bring all together whether retired or serving practitioners.
Speaking during a courtesy visit by the executive members of the NUJ, last Wednesday, in his office at the corporation’s headquarters, Port Harcourt, Ake stated that if the executive initiates an all-inclusive programme such that would be beneficial to all, every member of the union would feel a sense of belonging, adding that it was the only way members would participate actively in the union’s activities.
The Tide boss stressed that the newspaper has been one of the oldest in the South-South and South-East which has maintained some high level of sanity in terms of technical production and quality of editorial content.
He commended the journalists in the corporation and all workers who have contributed in keeping the newspaper in the newsstand over the years.
Ake urged journalists in the state to do all they could to maintain the values and principles of the noble profession, and expressed worries over the influx of quacks in the system, charging the union’s executive to do the needful by weeding out unwanted elements in the profession.
The general manager expressed optimism that soonest, the corporation’s Goss Community Rotary Machine would be put to optimal use, adding that the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Emma Okah has promised government’s readiness to address the situation.
He urged all to pray for the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike for good health and enough resources from the Federal Government to enable him continue with his good works.
Earlier, the Chairman, NUJ, Rivers State Council, Ayo Tamuno Omoni had stated that the purpose for the courtesy visit was to congratulate the General Manager, Mr Vincent Ake on his appointment.
Omoni called on the Rivers State Government to use the spirit of continuity to put The Tide’s new Rotary Machine to work, reminding the government that it was only when those needed components are put in place that the machine could be put to optimal use.
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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD to dominate the battlespace and intensify offensive operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements in the North Central region.
Shaibu gave the directive yesterday during his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North Central (JTF-NC), at Sobi Barracks, Ilorin.
This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, in Abuja, yesterday.
Shaibu said the Nigerian Army would remain resolute in its constitutional responsibility of safeguarding lives and property, stressing that troops must sustain pressure to decisively deny criminal elements freedom of action.
He assured personnel of continued deployment of combat enablers and operational resources to enhance clearance operations and dismantle criminal hideouts across Kwara and Niger states.
The COAS reaffirmed his commitment to troop welfare, noting that improved welfare remained critical to sustaining morale, operational effectiveness and combat readiness.
He urged the troops to remain disciplined, professional and loyal to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander, JTF-NC Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD, Maj.-Gen. Yakubu Yahaya, commended the COAS for his strategic leadership and support.
Yahaya assured that troops would remain committed and steadfast in restoring peace and stability in the region.
The Nigerian Navy says it is expanding training and infrastructure to address emerging security threats and strengthen operational efficiency across formations and units nationwide.
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, spoke during the inauguration of projects at the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) in Onne, Rivers as part of activities marking the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary.
Abbas, represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC), Rear Adm. Ebiobowei Zipele, said the projects reflected significant progress made by the navy since its establishment in 1956 from the British Royal Navy.
“Training and infrastructure have improved significantly to meet contemporary security challenges and fulfil the navy’s constitutional responsibilities.”
According to him, the anniversary provides the navy an opportunity to reflect on its achievements and contributions over the past seven decades.
Projects inaugurated included a remodelled female trainees’ hostel accommodating more than 500 occupants and an expanded golf course upgraded from one to nine holes.
Others were the NNBTS fuel dump, Chief Boatswain’s Mate House, renovated pharmacy department and a new theatre block at the Naval Medical Centre, Onne.
Abbas described the new theatre as a major milestone for the navy’s medical services.
“Previously, injured personnel requiring surgeries were referred outside the facility.
“With this theatre, surgeries can now be conducted within the base.’’
He added that a 30KVA inverter had also been installed to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply at the training school.
The naval chief assured officers, ratings and trainees that the navy leadership remained committed to their welfare and wellbeing.
“These infrastructure upgrades show the commitment of the Chief of Naval Staff to addressing operational and welfare challenges promptly,” he said.
In addition, NAVTRAC distributed educational materials to pupils of Community Primary Schools One and Two, Ogale, in Ebubu-Eleme area of Rivers.
Items distributed included exercise books, school bags and other writing materials as part of the navy’s civil-military engagement initiative.
Zipele said the outreach was designed to strengthen relations between the navy and host communities while supporting children’s education.
“Education remains critical to national growth and youth empowerment. Some of these pupils may eventually serve in the Nigerian Navy,” he said.
He noted that the initiative demonstrated the navy’s commitment to educational development, peace, security and sustainable community relations.
Zipele urged the pupils to remain disciplined, focused and committed to their studies while embracing patriotism, integrity and hard work.
He thanked the Ebubu community for its continued support for the naval training command headquarters and the navy.
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