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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 Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has begun the celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a Juma’at service where prayers were offered for the progress of the state and Nigeria.
Governor Fubara, who advocated for peace and unity of Nigeria during the prayers on Friday at the Rivers State Central Mosque, Port Harcourt, indicated that without peace, the accelerated development of Nigeria will remain in a limbo.
Governor Fubara, who was represented by Alhaji Abdurrazaq Diepriye, therefore urged citizens to remain patriotic.
According to him, “Allah has brought us this far. Without peace, we can not have progress and economic development. I call on all citizens irrespective of creed or tribe to remain patriotic.”
He thanked President Bola Tinubu for restoring peace in Rivers State while also using the forum to appreciate security agencies for their relentless effort in upholding the peace and unity of Rivers State and Nigeria.
The Chief Imam of Rivers State Central Mosque, Imam Ibrahim Yaloo, admonished Moslem faithful to always speak the truth, adding that those who obey Allah will be directed to good deeds and their sins forgiven.
Prayers were offered for Rivers State and Nigeria.
Other activities to mark the 65th Independence anniversary in the state include an Inter-denominational Church Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, 28th September and Parade Ceremony on Wednesday, 1st October.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima departed New York on Sunday after representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
In a statement released on Sunday by the VP media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President is now headed to Germany, where he will hold strategic meetings with officials of Deutsche Bank.
The statement read, “Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed New York, United States, after successfully representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
“During his participation at UNGA 80, VP Shettima secured UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ commendation for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat.
“He also showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to global investors and strengthened strategic partnerships with the UK on trade, defence, and migration issues.”
Nkwocha added that the VP delivered Tinubu’s national statement, calling for UN reforms and a permanent seat for Nigeria at the UN Security Council, and “demanded Africa’s control over its $700 billion mineral wealth, and digital inclusion initiatives.”
“He also engaged with the Gates Foundation on healthcare and education expansion, positioning Nigeria as the natural hub for the African Continental Free Trade Area’s $3.4 trillion market.
“VP Shettima was seen off at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, by cabinet Ministers who were part of the UNGA 80 delegation and Nigerian Mission officials.”
The aide noted that Shettima will return to Nigeria immediately after his engagements in Germany.
The Tide source recalls that the VP departed Abuja, yesterday.
He led other Nigerian officials at the Assembly.
As part of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary celebration, the Federal Government held a special thanksgiving service on Sunday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja to offer prayers and give thanks for the nation.
The event drew top government officials and security chiefs, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, as well as their spouses.
Other notable guests included Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun, former Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Lalong, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, who led the service chiefs in attendance.
Service chiefs present included the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice-Admiral Emmanuel Ogala, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, Mrs Kemi Nandap and Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, among others.00
The service came days after the government unveiled the official theme and some of the activities slated for the 2025 Independence celebrations.
This year’s anniversary is tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” as announced by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, in a statement on Wednesday.
“As part of activities to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary, the Juma’at Prayer and the Inter-Denominational Church Service will be held on Friday, 26th September at 1 pm and Sunday, 28th September at 10 am respectively, as well as the World Press Conference on Monday, 29th September at 10 am,” he said.
The Tide source had earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Heads of State, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, is expected as a special guest at a national discourse convened by the Island Club, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
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