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Ndu Hails Wike Over Massive Support To RSU
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the 13th Governing Council of the Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Orowurukwo, Port Harcourt, Hon. Justice Iche Ndu (rtd) has expressed appreciation to the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, over the massive support in infrastructure development of the university.
Ndu made the appreciation to Wike, who is also the visitor of the university, during a retreat for council members, principal officers, former acting vice-chancellor, provost and deans as well as directors of institutes, centres and units, last Saturday, in Port Harcourt.
He stated that the ongoing infrastructure development of the university by the Rivers State Government, especially the construction and completion of various faculty buildings, new Senate building and the establishment of four new campuses at Etche, Emohua, Ahoada and Saakpenwa, was unprecedented in the history of the institution.
The pro-chancellor described Wike as a visionary leader and lover of education, stressing that the governor has not only transformed the education system of Rivers State but has also developed other sectors.
He used the forum to wish the governor success in his aspiration to contest for the position of president of the country, stating that Wike has the foresight and courage to improve the economy and address the security challenges facing the nation.
Ndu called on participants at the retreat to join the campaign against illegal oil refining, which he said has continued to claim the lives of many and destroy the environment.
In his keynote address, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Nlerum Okogbule highlighted some achievements of the 12th and 13th Council under the leadership of Iche Ndu, which he said includes, the establishment of the Registry Directorate System, construction of the College of Medical Sciences building, publication of the Five-Year Strategic Development Plan, ratification of promotion of professors and readers, employment of teaching and non-teaching staff, and ratification of the establishment of new faculties, among others.
The retreat featured lecture presentations on the topic “Relationship between the Council and Management during the Seven Years of Tenure of the Council” by Prof. Aaron Ojule; and “Governance in a World Class University: Focus on Boundary Conditions between Council and other subsystem” delivered by Prof. Donald Hamilton.
Highpoint of the retreat was the discussion segment handled by Dr Nnamdi Akani, and Barrister Albert Amadi, with engaging contributions from participants.
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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