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Journalists, Others Mourn The Tide Editor
The remains of the Editor of The Tide on Sunday and a former member of the National Executive Committee of the Nigeria Guild of Editors, Mr Friday Benruth Nwinudee, have been interred at Kono, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. Late Nwinudee, a former Secretary of the Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) died in April at the age of 51.
Speaking at the funeral service held at the Kono Secondary School field, Saturday, the priest in charge of the Kono Circuit of the Methodist Church, The Revd Dee Baridilo Legbara said death is the beginning of a new life, as it marks the moment of transition from the mortality to be with the creator in eternity and warned on the need for all to live carefully with the fear of God.
According to him, funeral service was not just to commit the deceased to God or eulogise him for what he may have done while he lived, it was a time for the living to understand that he has limited time on earth and that he should reflect on himself to ensure that he was in good standing with God.
He admonished the family and associates of late Nwinudee to support the family and ensure that the children he left behind do not suffer. “Nobody should trifle with whatever Friday Nwinudee has left to help the education of his children including whatever is due him from his place of employment,” the priest said.
Also speaking, the General Manager of Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, publishers of The Tide newspapers, Mr Celestine Ogolo, on behalf of the Commissioner for Information and Communications, assured the corporation’s commitment to ensure that the late Editor gets his due.
The chairman of the NUJ, Rivers State, Mr Opaka Dokubo, described late Friday Nwinudee as a core professional who gave his all to journalism, and expressed hope that from the same creator would emerge his ashes.
A former colleague of Late Nwinudee who represented the President of Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Mr Fred Fabor conveyed the sympathy of the NGE President, Mr Gbenga Adefuye, stated that the deceased was in the National Executive Council of the Guild as a thorough-bred investigative journalist, adding that the late editor had challenged all journalists on what legacy to have for posterity.
In his remarks, the Deputy Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon. Leyii Kwanee, described late Friday Nwinudee as an excellent and prolific writer who will be missed by his people, adding that his contributions to the development of his society would not be forgotten.
The former deputy speaker in the House, Hon. Charles Befii sympathised with the family, and remarked that the death Friday Nwinudee had again brought into focus the vanity of life.
Former Commissioner for Information in Rivers State and member of the House of Representatives, Hon Ogbonna Nwuke said the deceased was an astute writer who set out to revolutionalise the society, adding that Nwinudee gave very positive direction to journalists as secretary of the NUJ.
Prince Nwuke promised to support the family of the deceased and fund the education of the two daughters of Nwinudee.
Alphaeus Paul-Worika
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has begun the celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a Juma’at service where prayers were offered for the progress of the state and Nigeria.
Governor Fubara, who advocated for peace and unity of Nigeria during the prayers on Friday at the Rivers State Central Mosque, Port Harcourt, indicated that without peace, the accelerated development of Nigeria will remain in a limbo.
Governor Fubara, who was represented by Alhaji Abdurrazaq Diepriye, therefore urged citizens to remain patriotic.
According to him, “Allah has brought us this far. Without peace, we can not have progress and economic development. I call on all citizens irrespective of creed or tribe to remain patriotic.”
He thanked President Bola Tinubu for restoring peace in Rivers State while also using the forum to appreciate security agencies for their relentless effort in upholding the peace and unity of Rivers State and Nigeria.
The Chief Imam of Rivers State Central Mosque, Imam Ibrahim Yaloo, admonished Moslem faithful to always speak the truth, adding that those who obey Allah will be directed to good deeds and their sins forgiven.
Prayers were offered for Rivers State and Nigeria.
Other activities to mark the 65th Independence anniversary in the state include an Inter-denominational Church Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, 28th September and Parade Ceremony on Wednesday, 1st October.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima departed New York on Sunday after representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
In a statement released on Sunday by the VP media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President is now headed to Germany, where he will hold strategic meetings with officials of Deutsche Bank.
The statement read, “Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed New York, United States, after successfully representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
“During his participation at UNGA 80, VP Shettima secured UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ commendation for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat.
“He also showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to global investors and strengthened strategic partnerships with the UK on trade, defence, and migration issues.”
Nkwocha added that the VP delivered Tinubu’s national statement, calling for UN reforms and a permanent seat for Nigeria at the UN Security Council, and “demanded Africa’s control over its $700 billion mineral wealth, and digital inclusion initiatives.”
“He also engaged with the Gates Foundation on healthcare and education expansion, positioning Nigeria as the natural hub for the African Continental Free Trade Area’s $3.4 trillion market.
“VP Shettima was seen off at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, by cabinet Ministers who were part of the UNGA 80 delegation and Nigerian Mission officials.”
The aide noted that Shettima will return to Nigeria immediately after his engagements in Germany.
The Tide source recalls that the VP departed Abuja, yesterday.
He led other Nigerian officials at the Assembly.
As part of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary celebration, the Federal Government held a special thanksgiving service on Sunday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja to offer prayers and give thanks for the nation.
The event drew top government officials and security chiefs, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, as well as their spouses.
Other notable guests included Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun, former Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Lalong, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, who led the service chiefs in attendance.
Service chiefs present included the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice-Admiral Emmanuel Ogala, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, Mrs Kemi Nandap and Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, among others.00
The service came days after the government unveiled the official theme and some of the activities slated for the 2025 Independence celebrations.
This year’s anniversary is tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” as announced by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, in a statement on Wednesday.
“As part of activities to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary, the Juma’at Prayer and the Inter-Denominational Church Service will be held on Friday, 26th September at 1 pm and Sunday, 28th September at 10 am respectively, as well as the World Press Conference on Monday, 29th September at 10 am,” he said.
The Tide source had earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Heads of State, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, is expected as a special guest at a national discourse convened by the Island Club, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
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