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Vintage Farms Holds Annual Fish Harvaesting
Vintage Farms and Products Company Ltd, in Elele, Ikwerre Local Government Area, Rivers State, has held its annual fish harvesting event.
The event was graced by people from all walks of life with fanfare to commemorate the New Year celebrations.
Speaking at the event the House of Assembly member representing Ikwerre Local Government Area, Hon. Anselem Ugwuokwo, lauded the Managing Director/ Chief Executive of Vintage Farms, Sir. Mike Elechi, as he created jobs for youths in the area, and consequently, reduced youth restiveness.
He described Sir. Elechi as an astute human resources manager, saying that this has placed him above equals.
“I want to say that the effort of Sir. Mike Elechi in addressing youth restiveness through employment deserves commendation”, Hon. Ugwuokwo said.
The lawmaker further called on multi-nationals, corporate organisations and well-meaning individuals to support the farm. He advised youths in the State to emulate Sir Elechi to better their lives and build better society.
In their separate reactions during the event, some participants also commended the President of Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (PHACCIMA), Sir Mike Elechi, saying that he deserved to be honoured by employing over 500 youths in the area.
“We are happy and commend Sir Elechi for employing over 500 youths in the State.
We also call on the state and federal government to give the visionary leader support and encouragement”, said.
By: Tonye Orabere
Rivers
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The Owhonda Dickson Motor Spare Parts and Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union operating in Ikoku Port Harcourt, Rivers state has sworn in Mr. Cyril Igbokwe, popularly known as Onyeoma Cy, as its new Chairman.
The brief swearing _in ceremony was held at the union office in Port Harcourt, last Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Igbokwe expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence his members had shown in him, despite his perceived educational background compared to others. , “I feel very happy to be the chairman of this great union in this great market. I’m proud of my executives for demonstrating commitment and cooperation.” Notably, the executives raised over ?1 million for the inauguration ceremony within an hour.
The new Chairman promised to tackle key challenges facing the union, including security and indiscipline. He vowed to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, who he praised for excellent performance, and aimed to possibly do better.
Mr. Igbokwe emphasized maintaining a robust relationship with the host community and conducting his affairs within the ambit of the law.
In his remarks,the Electoral Committee Chairman’, Igwe Amobichukwu Eze Okorie, assured that the elections were conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. Despite facing challenges such as non-compliance with guidelines and unfounded propaganda campaigns, no formal protest letters had been received.
Also speaking, the Women’s Leader, Lolo Nkechinyere Okolie, expressed faith in the new Chairman, citing his integrity and experience. She highlighted her role in ensuring women’s voices are counted in the union and vouched for the credibility of the election, noting that Mr. Igbokwe was the popular choice among members.
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