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Wike Assures Isiokpo People Of More Development Projects
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has assured Isiokpo people that he will continue to develop the area in honour of his commitment to the Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi, the Eze Igo of Isiokpo.
Speaking during the burial service of the Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi at Isiokpo on Saturday, Governor Wike also assured the bereaved family that he will always stand with them.
He said: “I will continue to keep my promises to Isiokpo people. The only thing you can do to make your father happy is to ensure that you keep the flag flying.
“Your father stood by us. Your father supported us. I will support you. I will stand by you. It doesn’t matter what it is, I will stand by you and weather the storm “.
The governor noted that the Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi asked him to construct a major road in Isiokpo for the good of his people.
“Late 2017, he came to me and said several persons had made promises to him and none was fulfilled. He asked me to do something for him. He asked me to construct the major road in his part of Isiokpo. I thank God that we constructed that road. I feel happy that I listened to him”, he said.
He stated that before he started his political career, the Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi gave him the required encouragement.
The governor said that the Late Politician was not just a father, but a political mentor of note.
He said: “A man full of honour, a man full of life. Whether young or old, Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi mixed with all persons. He was a friend to the young and the elderly”.
Governor Wike condoled with the family of Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi and prayed God to grant them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike and his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike on Thursday joined other Rivers leaders for the Service of Songs in honour of Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi, the Eze-Igo 1 of Isiokpo.
The Service of Songs took place at the Saint Jude’s Military Church, Port Harcourt.
Also in attendance were: Former Rivers State Governor, Dr Peter Odili, Former Rivers State Governor, Sir Celestine Omehia, Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Austin Opara and the Chairman of the Rivers State PDP Campaign Council, Chief Ferdinand Alabraba.
Others at the Service of Songs were: Member Representing Abua/Odual/Ahoada East Federal Constituency, Mrs Betty Apiafi, Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Adama Iyaye-Laminkanra, Mr Tonye Cole of Sahara Energy Limited, Mr Dakuku Peterside of NIMASA, Commissioners, State Lawmakers and captains of industry.
The Service of Songs was marked by the rendition of hymns and songs of praise to God.
Son of Late Chief Maxwell Tasie Amadi, Mr Eloka Tasie-Amadi thanked leaders of the State for their support during the family’s moment of grief.
In a testimony, Former President of Nigeria Bar Association, Chief Onueze Okocha said Chief Tasie Amadi was a good friend to everyone and could mix with all classes of people.
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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