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No Gov Has Projected Ikwerre, Rivers Like Wike -Ariolu
Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Council, Barrister George Ariolu, has said that no governor in the political history of Nigeria has promoted and defended Ikwerre ethnic group and Rivers State like Governor Nyesom Wike.
He said his administration would continue to emulate Wike’s style of leadership centred on delivering dividends of democracy.
According to him, his administration is committed to its service to the people, for the overall interest, welfare, development and economic growth of the LGA.
Ariolu made this assertion, last Wednesday, during a formal handover of a 500KVA and 100KVA transformers to Rumuadaolu and Elimgbu communities of Obio/Akpor Local Government Council.
He said his commitment and service to the people was owing to the fact that his administration is true to its promises, adding that it is no longer an issue of political gimmicks.
He enumerated that the procurement of transformers to Rumuadaolu and Elimgbu communities is in line with his administration’s focal thrust, which he described as service to humanity at its peak, stating that it was achieved through the prudent management of scarce resources at the council’s disposal.
“We as a government have learnt from our Principal, Chief Nyesom Wike. We try as much as possible to redeem and keep to the promises that we have made on the day members of Rumuadolu and Elimgbu came for a courtesy visit and made requests for transformers.”
“It’s not that we have so much funds; what we are doing here is in line with our focal thrust which is service to humanity at its peak.”
“It is no longer an issue of political gimmicks. We are true to our promises and we have procured two transformers for the use of the people.”
The council chairman speaking further, urged members of Rumuadaolu and Elimgbu communities to amplify support for Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, adding that no one has projected Ikwerre ethnicity and Rivers State in the annals of the political history of Nigeria like him.
Similarly, he encouraged them to extend support to the council administration under his watch as part of his desires and commitment to the people through service which seeks to rewrite the narratives of the local government area.
“As usual we urge you all to continue supporting our leader, His Excellency, Chief Nyesom Wike spiritually and physically in this trying moment because we have no other leader.”
“No one has projected our name in the annals of the Political history of Nigeria like him.”
“We also urge you to continue to support the council under our watch because it is our desire to rewrite the narrative of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area and serve our people”
Responding, Paramount Ruler of Elimgbu and former Special Adviser to Rivers State Governor on Employment Generation, Barrister Emmanuel Utchay, who expressed gratitude, described Ariolu as a man of his words.
He commended the chairman for not relaxing and making excuses, despite the short notice within which the request was made.
“The chairman is a talk and do chairman. If he says something, he will do it. We are very grateful to him for not giving excuses even though it was requested on a short notice.”
Also, Paramount Ruler of Rumuadaolu, Chief Henry Hanachor, represented by the Community Development Committee Chairman, Chief Peter Aguma, commended Ariolu’s effort towards the growth and development of the people.
During the formal handover to respective communities, Ariolu urged them to make better use of the transformers.
He also charged them to protect the transformers against vandalisation by disgruntled elements.
“This transformer has been procured by Obio/Akpor Local Government Council for your own benefit, protect it from vandalisation and treat it as your own”, Ariolu told the people.
By: Nelson Chukwudi
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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