Rivers
Rebisi Monarch Warns Youth Against Violence
Against the backdrop of
the activities leading to the 2015 general elections, the pParamount ruler of Port Harcourt and the traditional head of the Rebisi Kingdom, Eze Victor Woluchem has advised youths of the area to resist the temptation of being used as politician’s miscreants.
Eze Woluchem who is the Eze Apara Rebisi gave the advice in a chat with newsmen at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, shortly before departing for Abuja.
The traditional ruler who commended the Rebisi youths for their peaceful disposition in spite of certain provocative acts, urged them to continue to maintain the peace in the Kingdom.
He explained that the people of his Kingdom had been sensitised to be law-abiding and support the programmes of any government in power, and urged them to participate in the continuous voters registration exercise that would start today.
Eze Woluchem who is the new ruler of the Rebisi Kingdom said he had some initial challenges on assumption of office but such hiccups had been taken care of.
“I started as a little child, learning to do things, I have passed the stage of walking and very soon I should be at the running stage and such are the states of life”, he stated.
He thanked the council members, youths and the people of Rebisi Kingdom for the respect accorded to the traditional institution, noting that “development can only come in an atmosphere devoid of violence as dialogue remains the best option in handling issues”.
Rivers
Motor Spare Parts, Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union Swears Gets New Chairman in Port Harcourt
The Owhonda Dickson Motor Spare Parts and Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union operating in Ikoku Port Harcourt, Rivers state has sworn in Mr. Cyril Igbokwe, popularly known as Onyeoma Cy, as its new Chairman.
The brief swearing _in ceremony was held at the union office in Port Harcourt, last Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Igbokwe expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence his members had shown in him, despite his perceived educational background compared to others. , “I feel very happy to be the chairman of this great union in this great market. I’m proud of my executives for demonstrating commitment and cooperation.” Notably, the executives raised over ?1 million for the inauguration ceremony within an hour.
The new Chairman promised to tackle key challenges facing the union, including security and indiscipline. He vowed to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, who he praised for excellent performance, and aimed to possibly do better.
Mr. Igbokwe emphasized maintaining a robust relationship with the host community and conducting his affairs within the ambit of the law.
In his remarks,the Electoral Committee Chairman’, Igwe Amobichukwu Eze Okorie, assured that the elections were conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. Despite facing challenges such as non-compliance with guidelines and unfounded propaganda campaigns, no formal protest letters had been received.
Also speaking, the Women’s Leader, Lolo Nkechinyere Okolie, expressed faith in the new Chairman, citing his integrity and experience. She highlighted her role in ensuring women’s voices are counted in the union and vouched for the credibility of the election, noting that Mr. Igbokwe was the popular choice among members.
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