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Executive Director, RSSDA, Mr. Noble Pepple (right), with Mr. Sam Ogbemi Diabo, during the official launch of the RSSDA platform at Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt recently Photo: Obinna Prince Dele
The Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Amaechi says the All Progressives Congress (APC) will not tolerate any act of impunity and political propaganda by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and security operatives particularly in the forthcoming elections.
The Rivers State governor, who is also Director-General of the Buhari Campaign Organization, further called on the PDP-led government and security operatives to close ranks against insurgency and criminality in the upcoming general elections in the country.
Speaking at the weekend during the party’s state guber campaign rally in Degema and Ikwerre Local Government Areas, the governor sued for a conducive political climate that will allow Nigeria exercise their civic duties by choosing a credible leader.
According to him, “Nigerians are watching the PDP and the police, including other operatives if they will continue with their impunity. Nigerians want freedom, that is why they are asking for change of leadership in this country. Our people must vote uninterrupted. They should be allowed to exercise their civic obligation.
“PDP and the police should stop arresting supporters of APC and keeping them in detention. We want a conducive atmosphere where our supporters will have freedom to vote and that is the responsibility of all of us, including security operatives. We don’t need intimidation. APC is very much prepared for the elections against PDP. Nigerians are poised and ready to vote,” Amaechi said.
Amaechi also congratulated some PDP governors and supporters who have willingly defected to APC, assuring that, if they vote for APC to win in the general elections, their contributions for a better Nigeria will be remembered.
On his part, the APC guber candidate, Dr. Dakuku Peterside assured the people of Degema of adequate security as well as youths and women empowerment, and promised to complete all on-going projects in Degema started by the Amaechi-led administration.
At Isiokpo, headquarters of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Dakuku recounted the achievements of Amaechi, specifically on internal roads construction, model primary and health care system, including the Greater Port Harcourt City which has opened up opportunities for businesses and homes for Nigerians.
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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