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Emohua Communities Score Amaechi, Uchendu High On Dev
The people of Odegu communities in Emohua Local Government Area have applauded the developmental scorecard of the Rivers State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi since his assumption of office in 2007.
The Odegu communities have equally commended the federal lawmaker representing Ikwerre/Emohua in the National Assembly, Hon. Andrew Uchendu for his stunning performance in attracting development to the area.
Paramount Ruler of Odegu clan, Oha David O. Uchendu disclosed this at the Weekend, during a solidarity visit to the federal lawmaker, Chief Andrew Uchendu in Port Harcourt, the state capital.
He explained that, they were on the visit to thank Governor Chibuike Amaechi and the federal lawmaker, for making frantic efforts at bringing people oriented projects to the grassroots to improve the well-being of the people who voted them to power.
Also speaking, a member of the delegation, Barrister Emenike Ebete said, the accolades on Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu were a demonstration of satisfaction of the performance of their political leaders towards improving the living standard of the people.
“We are here to pledge our support for Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu. This is because, most Odegu communities in Emohua Local Government Area have people oriented projects, including model primary schools, model healthcare centres to improve the living standard of our people. By this development, therefore, we are ready to follow Governor Amaechi whereever he goes, he is our leader”, Barrister Ebete said.
In a related development, former Caretaker Committee Chairman of Emohua Local |Government Council, Prophet Azunda Nkomadu said, the decision of the Odegu council of chiefs to thank Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu on their pragmatic performances, was because of the fulfillment of their electoral promises to the people.
According to him, “I am proud to also say thank you to Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu for fulfilling their electoral promises during the campaigns. Today, from the East-West road, we can access our communities.
The Ogbogoro community road network is on-going. We say thank you to Governor Amaechi through Chief Uchendu.
We are also requesting for an elective position to be zoned to the Odegu clan, especially, the Emohua chairmanship slot”, Prophet Azunda said.
Another stakeholder from the Odegu clan, Chief Lawson Eze also endorsed the commendation by his community to Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu.
“We want Governor Amaechi to put more development effort in Odegu clan so that our sons and daughters will be elected and appointed into positions of authority. Amaechi’s good governance is an addition to show better welfare for our people. We will support Governor Amaechi in 2015, we are solidly behind him”, Chief Lawson said.
Former Deputy Chairman of Emohua Local Government Council, Barrister Chukwunenye Akuchuru described the commendation by his people on Governor Amaechi and Chief Andrew Uchendu as epoch making and a monumental achievement.
“It is historical to say that people from the grassroots came to the urban and state capital to say thank you to Governor Amaechi. This is to say dividends of democracy has impacted positively on us. We want the zoning of the Emohua chairmanship in 2015 to come to Odegu clan. We have capable sons and daughters who can ensure maximum productivity, if given the opportunity”, Chukwunenye said.
Similarly, some youth in the delegation, Comrade Nfatafi Nfata and Mr. Achor Omuodu also expressed appreciation to Governor Amaechi and Chief Uchendu, stating that the exemplary leadership of Governor Amaechi will forever be remembered in the political history of the state and the country in general.
On his part, the federal lawmaker representing Emohua/Ikwerre Federal Constituency, Chief Andrew Uchendu said, the polices and programmes of the Amaechi-led administration in the state have touched lives and made positive impact to improve the well-being of the citizens.
Chief Andrew also said, the Ikwerre ethnic nationality was ready to support other ethnic groups in the state to contest for the 2015 governorship slot.
He also assured the people of Odegu clan that the Amaechi led administration was ready to give equal opportunities to all citizens of Emohua Local Government Area to contest and win elective positions.
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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