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We Won’t Stop Supporting Rivers Lawmakers, Wike Assures
The Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike says his administration would do everything possible to enhance the productivity of members of the state House of Assembly so that they can deliver on what their constituents expect of them.
The governor gave the assurance shortly after inspecting the progress of work at the new Legislators’ Quarters under construction in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.
Wike said the residential quarters for lawmakers was one of such motivations for them so that they can have conducive living place that would enhance their productivity.
“It is important for every arm of government to have an environment that will enable them to do their work. The Judiciary enjoys that, the Executive enjoys that, and so, the Legislature should also enjoy the same thing.
“We believe this will motivate them to do more for the people of the state, which they have been doing. The cooperation we have had with the Legislature is quite tremendous. We will do anything to make sure that they deliver what they are expected to do.”
Wike, who acknowledged the effect the continual rainfall could have on the speedy delivery of the work, commended the contractors for the quality of work already accomplished.
According to Wike, having paid the contractors 70 per cent already, the expectation was that the contractors would meet up with the time frame that they gave, which is December, 2021.
“I know that the rains have come seriously. But having come out from the foundation to this level, I don’t think that there is much problem. I’ve urged the contractors to make sure they keep to the date.
“We have paid 70% of this project, and will not expect any complaints from them. We are satisfied with the quality of work we are seeing for now. You know, in building like this, the finishing is the most important thing.”
Also speaking to journalists, the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Ikuinyi-Owaji Ibani said they were quite happy as lawmakers to receive immense support from the Executive.
According to him, it was obvious to everybody that all the arms of government, under the leadership of the governor were working for the good of Rivers people.
“They’re working in synergy to ensure that Rivers State gets to where it is supposed to be, and that the future of the state and that of the people is quite protected under this government.”
The speaker said when the new Legislators’ Quarters was completed, it would enhance the productivity of the state lawmakers.
“Productivity is key, and for those who represent people, you know that our constituents and the state are looking up to the Legislature to ensure that the dividends of democracy are provided by the Executive arm of government”, he added.
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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