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Wike Extols Obuah’s Sterling Qualities
The Rivers State Chief Executive, Chief Nyesom Wike has extolled the sterling qualities of the state Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Brother Felix Obuah.
Wike disclosed this while unveiling two books: “The Man Felix Obuah, aka Go-Round”, and “Life And Times Of Elder Bathuel Chukujindu Obuah, 1931 -2016”, as part of activities to celebrate the PDP chairman’s birthday in Port Harcourt, last Saturday.
Represented by his Deputy, Dr Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Wike said Obuah was a great leader and a gentleman whose humility and generosity was remarkable.
“It is remarkable how a man of such greatness can show respect to both the young and old, and as a man who superintends over the Rivers State Environmental Sanitation Agency, Obuah has demonstrated a great capacity in the management of public office”, Wike said.
According to the governor, the book about Felix Obuah’s father’s contributions to Ogba culture and research was apt, and recommended it to the institutions of learning to help propagate the Ogba culture, language, literature and research.
Wike commended the chairmen of the PDP from the 36 states of the federation who came to identify and show solidarity with the Rivers State chairman of the greatest political party in the continent, and also bought 200 copies of the book, “The Man Felix Obuah”.
The governor directed that the book be distributed to boys’ secondary schools across the state to underscore the fact that hard work and diligence pay.
The state chief executive, who advised young men to emulate Obuah’s sterling qualities, insisted that young people must eschew all forms of criminality, and be of good conduct in order to succeed in life.
In his remarks, Bro. Felix Obuah said he was humbled by the show of love and solidarity demonstrated by his mentors, friends and well-wishers, who came to celebrate with him while he is still alive, stressing that he will continue to celebrate and work for the Almighty God and humanity as long as he lives.
Highlights of the occasion were presentations by choral groups from various churches and an award of excellence from the Rivers State Chapter of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations to Bro. Felix Amaechi Obuah.
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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