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Association Lauds Wike Over Appointment, Dev Strides
The Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike has been commended for his pragmatic steps in the socio-economic transformation of the state.
Chairman, Caretaker Committee, Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities, Rivers State Chapter, Mr Roy Abije, made the commendation during the inauguration of a 12-man committee of the organisation held at the Ministry of Social Welfare in Port Harcourt recently.
Mr Abije hailed the governor on the appointment of Mr Damiete Albert-Miller as Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation.
Abije also thanked the governor for his magnanimity in the automatic employment of six of their members into the state civil service.
He enumerated some of the challenges facing the body such as lack of incentives, mobility and general welfare of its members.
He called on the state executive governor to assist the body in order to enhance its efficiency.
In an address, the commissioner for social welfare who spoke through the Permanent Secretary, Lady Nemi-Iwo charged the committee to conduct election for the association within three months.
The Tide reports that Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Physically Challenged Matters, Mr Itekena Altraide witnessed the event.
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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