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PDP Boss Leads PVC Sensitisation Rally In Opobo/Nkoro
The Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon Godwin Manfred Pepple, has led party stakeholders, leaders and faithful to a Permanent Voter Card (PVC) sensitisation rally in Opobo, the headquarters of the LGA.
The sensitisation rally kicked off with a colourful procession from Nkoro community through Kalaibiama to Opobo town, just as beautifully dressed women and energetic men and youths shared flyers and held one-on-one talks with people at the grassroots about the potency of the PVC.
The rally also provided an atmosphere of thanksgivings and words of appreciation to the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, for his love towards Opobo/Nkoro people.
In his speech, Pepple recounted the numerous projects sited in Opobo/Nkoro LGA, including the completion of Opobo/Nkoro axis of the Ogoni-Andoni-Opobo/Nkoro Unity Road, commencement of Opobo reclamation project and his support that led to the emergence of Sir Siminialayi Fubara as the Peoples Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate for the 2023 general election.
While speaking with the press immediately after the event, Pepple said it was necessary to educate the people on the need to get their PVCs ahead of the forthcoming election.
Lamenting the pains Nigerians were going through under the failed administration of the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government where there was no hope for many Nigerians, he said there was an urgent need to change the government in 2023 for the good of all Nigeria.
He added that the only way to salvage and rescue the nation from the clueless administration was to vote out the APC-led government by exercising their franchise and fundamental human rights to choose leaders of their choice.
In his remarks, the Deputy Speaker, Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Edison Ehie, encouraged party faithful to remain dogged and steadfast in their resolve to support their son, Siminialayi Fubara, who was the PDP gubernatorial candidate.
He assured that with the support of all stakeholders, Fubara would be victorious at the 2023 governorship election.
Member representing Bonny State Constituency in the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon Abinye Blessings Pepple; immediate past Council Boss, Hon Eugene Joshua Jaja; Opobo/Nkoro PDP Rivers State House of Assembly flag bearer, Hon Adolphus Orubieiemigha; former Commissioner IV, Civil Service Commission, Mrs Sotonye Toby Fulton, former CTC Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro, Hon Datubo Omubo-Pepple; and Senibo Emmanuel Oko-Jaja; were among party stakeholders, leaders and faithful that gave solidarity speeches centred on the need for eligible voters in the area to get their PVCs and participate actively in the electoral process.
The Opobo/Nkoro LGA PVC sensitisation rally, which was a huge success, climaxed with musical performance by local artists and cultural groups.
The event ended with town hall meeting at 11 wards where unit handlers were also inaugurated with the LGA party chairman visiting the wards.
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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