Rivers
Commissioner Blasts Contractor Over Road Project
The Rivers State Commissioner for Works, Dumnamene Dekor has expressed dissatisfaction over the standard of work by the contractor handling the Isiokpo-Obele-Ibaa-Rumuji road with emphasis on the Obele axis of the road.
He stated this while inspecting the ongong road construction in Obio/ Akpor, Ikwerre and Emohua Local Government Areas of the State.
Dekor lamented the failed asphalted pant of Obele road, saying, “I observed that the contractor laid asphalt during the rains which caused the damages seen in some parts of the road”, while decrying the absence of some contractors at the site. “I am calling on all the contractors to mobilise to site immediately and ensure that standards are followed”.
The commissioner said that the issue of flooding in some areas in the state is given the needed attention, noting that, “though some of them are natural occurrence while some are as a result of the ongoing constructions, so we plead with affected persons to be patient as the ministry is doing its best to proffer solutions to remedy the problem as early as possible”.
He assured that the Sani Abacha road would be completed before the end of this year and further called on the contractor handling the job to go back to site immediately.
Rt. Hon. Dekor also lamented the level at which slabs used in covering constructed manholes are stolen by unknown persons particularly along Ikwerre road axis of Port Harcourt.
“We noticed that resident have taken to stealing the metal slabs on the manholes and this as we know pose a serious threat to users, especially during the rains and night when walking along the pedestral”.
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.
Rivers
CDS Urges Communities To Protect Pipelines
Rivers
Monarch Cautions Youths Against Illicit Drug Consumption
-
Politics1 day ago
Atiku’s Exit No Problem To PDP – Makinde
-
News24 hours ago
Shettima, Atiku, Obi Attend Buhari’s Fidau Prayer In Daura
-
News1 day ago
JAMB Uncovers 9,469 Fake Admissions In 20 Tertiary Institutions
-
News1 day ago
NAF Disowns Recruitment Adverts, Says It’s Fake
-
Rivers1 day ago
Okrika Administrator Seeks To Connect Okujagu Ama To National Grid … Donates 30 Life Jackets To Okujagu Ama Boat Drivers
-
News23 hours ago
Rivers Chief Judge Frees 21 Awaiting Trial Inmates
-
Politics1 day ago
Natasha’s Counsel Writes Senate Over Court Judgment
-
Nation1 day ago
NIPR Practitioners Urge To Go Beyond Traditional Media Relations To Strategic Leadership Functions