RSG Sets Committee For 62nd Independence Anniversary

As part of plans to mark Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Anniversary, the Rivers State Government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee.
The committee consists of service commanders and permanent secretaries.
Inaugurating the committee, last Wednesday, in Port Harcourt, the Permanent Secretary, Special Services Bureau, Office of the Secretary to the State Government (OSSG), Sir George Nwaeke, said the idea behind the early preparation was to guarantee a solid foundation in visible terms to accomplish the best result for a memorable ceremony.
The committee under the chairmanship of the permanent secretary (SSB), has Permanent Secretaries of Health, Culture, Education, Housing, as well as the Military Service Chiefs in the state and the Commissioner of Police, as members.
Other members are the Director of DSS, Sector Commanders of FRSC and NSCDC, Red Cross and the Stadia Authority.
The proposed activities for the 62nd anniversary, according to the permanent secretary, OSSG, include an Interdenominational Church Service, Jumm’at Prayers and the grand finale that would showcase the inspection of the Guard of Honour by the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike.
A statement issued by the OSSG said, “There will also be a parade by the Nigerian Police and a marchpast by schools and non-governmental organisations”.
Nwaeke stated that the annual Independence Day ceremony would provide a platform through which the importance of Nigeria’s autonomy would be reflected to note the gains and amend the challenges of the country.
“The Independence Day celebration is another opportunity to celebrate, reflect on our signs of progress and make amends on the challenges confronting our socio-political and economic sectors.
“All hands must be on deck to ensure the 62nd Independence activities are memorable and a huge success,” the permanent secretary explained.

By: Kevin Nengia