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Wike Has Pedigree To Turn Around Nigeria’s Fortunes -Nsirim
Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike has the potentials and pedigree to turn around the fortunes of Nigeria, the state Information and Communications Commissioner, Pastor Paulinus Nsirim has said.
He said the governor has, by his achievements, showcased the potentials and pedigree that speaks of a man who has an articulated vision that could turn around the fortunes of Nigeria.
Nsirim made the assertion when members of the Obio/Akpor Social Media Group visited him in Port Harcourt, last Friday.
“We have a leader in our governor and one is not surprised that a lot of people are saying he should take a shot at the highest office in the land, because he has all it takes to lead Nigeria and he has showcased that in Rivers State.
“If he can do that in a state like Rivers which is like a mini Nigeria where people from all walks of life reside, then, he can do more for Nigeria.
The commissioner, therefore, expressed confidence that if Nigerians would support Wike, he would reposition the country economically and put it on the trajectory of progress.
“Today, Governor Wike stands out as the Number One Governor in Nigeria. I can say that authoritatively because we travel widely, we get information across all media platforms in Nigeria.
“The verdict of Nigerians as at today is that Governor Wike remains unbeaten in leadership and governance in Nigeria”, Nsirim said.
He reiterated that such verdict was very clear for everybody to see in the infrastructural revolution that has taken place in Rivers State since Wike took over governance in 2015.
“What is happening in education, infrastructure, housing, healthcare delivery, agriculture, social welfare, sports and arts and culture is unprecedented in the history of Rivers State.
“When I want to talk about what Governor Wike has done, it gladdens my heart that he is a man known for excellence and pragmatic leadership.
“Every day, you will hear of one award or the other. Those awards are not for fathom projects. They are not for 3D projects. Those awards are in recognition of a visionary leader,” he said.
He commended the group for their contributions to good governance in the state, and urged them to be united in ensuring that the government and people of the state were given positive projections on their various social media platforms.
Earlier, the Coordinator of the group, Mr. Wachukwu Martins, had commended the commissioner for the positive role he had played in projecting the lofty achievements of the governor to the outside world.
He congratulated Nsirim on his appointment, and assured the government of the commitment of members of the group to always propagate the infrastructural developments of the state government.
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We’ll Drive Tinubu’s Vision in Rivers With Vigour – Fubara …Inaugurates Dualized Ahoada/Omoku Road ….Debunks Rift With RSHA
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has stated that he will lead Rivers people to galvanize support for President Bola Tinubu to drive the vision and objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda in the State with vigour.
The governor, who joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday, explained that his decision to join the APC was not for personal interest but for the overall benefit of Rivers State.
Fubara disclosed these while inaugurating the extension of the dualized Ahoada/ Omoku Express road in Ahoada East and Ogba Egbema Ndoni Local Government Areas of Rivers State.
He commended the contracting firm, Julius Berger, for timely delivery of the project, saying the project is a campaign promise fulfilled which will bring economic benefits to the people and tackle issues of insecurity associated with the route.
He said his administration has remained focused in delivering democratic dividends in the state despite facing glaring challenges.
The governor thanked the people of Ahoada East and Ogba Egbema Ndoni Local Government Areas for their continuous support, and urged his supporters to remain steadfast and also support President Tinubu who he said, has demonstrated love to Rivers State as a father.
Fubara denied having rift with the Rivers State House of Assembly, stating that his meeting with the lawmakers was stalled as a result of delay in the agreed meeting to be convened by former Governor Nyesom Wike and other stakeholders for him to meet with the state lawmakers.
“I have made every effort to meet with the Assembly members, but it is not within my leadership to initiate the meeting process.
“The arrangement was for my leader, Wike, and the elders led by Anabraba to call for a meeting with the the lawmakers.
“I’m a gentleman and principled. I can’t go behind to call them when we’ve already agreed. Whoever that tell them that I don’t want to meet with them, or I rejected proposal meant for them isn’t saying the truth,” Fubara said.
The Permanent Secretary of the Rivers State Ministry Works, Mr Austin Ezekiel-Hart, who gave the project description, said the delivery of the project was a fulfillment of long time dream by the people of Ahoada East and Ogba Egbema Ndoni Local Government Areas.
He said the road was previously a single lane and has now been dualised to 14.6 meters wide, complete with solar-powered streetlights with drainages.
He said the road significantly would reduce travel time between Ahoada and Omoku while improving economic activity in the region.
In his welcome address, Chairman of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area, Hon. Chuku Shedrack Ogbogu, described the road as a symbol of unity, oneness, and development, thanking the governor for fulfilling his campaign promises.
On his part, the Managing Director of Julius Berger, Engr. Peer Lusbash, said the project was awarded to his company in 2023 with a completion period of 18 months which was achieved in best quality.
He added that Julius Berger enjoyed a good support from the Fubara administration, and assured to complete all ongoing projects being handled by Julius Berger on specification, especially the Ring Road project which is a legacy project.
Rivers State, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring good healthcare for the people of Rivers State.
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?Governor Fubara stated this when he played host to the Country Director of UNICEF, Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef and her management team in Port Harcourt, last Tuesday.
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?The governor who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Benibo Anabraba, said he would continue to provide the necessary facilities in order to ensure accessible and good health care for all Rivers people.
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?”We are constructing new zonal hospitals across the State. The Ahoada Zonal hospital will be commissioned in December and others are near completion.
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?”We are grateful to UNICEF for all they have done and believe we can always work together to care for the vulnerable in the society. We appreciate your physical presence, and believe that your staff working remotely, can also do more virtually. We have a capable Commissioner of Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, to help foster our relationship, communication and greater collaboration,” he said.
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?The Country Director for UNICEF Nigeria, Ms. Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef, assured Governor Fubara of UNICEF’s support to the programmes of the State Government. She appealed that health facilities such as the Oxygen Plant at Eleme Local Government Ares and the New Born Care Units be solarized.
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?”Be assured that UNICEF will continue to work and support the programmes here in Rivers State. We have seen the Oxygen Plant at Eleme LGA which has been effective because of the Public Private Partnership. We appeal that the plant be solarized.
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?”I commend your leadership of the State and assure that we are here to support your effort and assure you that you can count on our support and partnership. Rivers State is one of the states we can showcase how things are working so others can learn,” she added.
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