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LG Boss Assures Community Of Govt Attention

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The Executive Chairman of Degema Local Government Area (LGA), Rivers State, Hon. Michael John Williams, has assured that his administration would continue to do its best for the people of Tombia Community.
He gave the assurance when he played host to the leadership of a youth organisation, Tombia Youth Federation (TYF), at the Council Secretariat in Degema.
He disclosed that the community did not approach him before his administration decided to undertake the Tombia landing jetty remodeling, concrete walkway, shade and waiting lounge project for them, adding that “development is sustainable when it is done based on needs assessment”.
The Council Chairman disclosed that other priorities of the Tombia people were electricity and potable water, noting that his administration was doing everything to address them.
He stated that but for sabotage by officials of the Electricity Distribution Company, the Council would have long resolved the power issue in Tombia and Bukuma communities of the LGA.
Williams disclosed further that his administration “had started the negotiations even before we were inaugurated into office.
“We succeeded in restoring power to the Degema Consulate axis, comprising Degema Town, Usokun, and Obuama, just within two days in office, after several months of blackout”.
Hon. Williams assured that though efforts were still on to address the challenge, his administration would also take responsibility of servicing and supplying diesel to power the community’s generating sets ahead of the yuletide.
On the request for the Council Chairman to wade into the community chieftaincy dispute, the Council Chairman stated that he does not meddle into chieftaincy matters, noting, however, that as Chairman of Council, “my administration will continue to advocate and maintain peace in all communities of the LGA”.
On their appeal for empowerment of youths of Tombia, the Council Chairman stated that his administration had already started empowering youths in different areas, which include the recent educational grants to over 300 varsity students, promising to continue doing more in that regard.
He disclosed that his administration was shifting focus to also incorporate the elderly in the various communities of the LGA in his empowerment programmes, for which Bukuma had already benefitted, noting that Bakana and Tombia were next inline.
He commended the TYF for being one of the most viable youth organizations, urging them to continue in their stride.
Earlier, President of the TYF, Owen Igbikialabo, while expressing gratitude to the Council Chairman for his role in their emergence, commended him for executing the laudable Jetty project in Tombia.
Comrade Igbikialabo used the occasion to appeal to the Council Boss to assist the community in the restoration of electricity, empowerment of Tombia youths, provision of laptop and printer to enhance their operations, sponsorship of end of year activities in Tombia, amongst others.

By: Theresa Frederick & Charity Amiso

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MCDI Inducts 150 Professionals In PH

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The Mentoring and Career Development Institute of Nigeria (MCDI) has inducted about 150 new members into various categories of membership during a special induction ceremony and dinner in Port Harcourt.
Aimed at expanding the institute’s membership base, the event offered new inductees an opportunity to engage with senior members and integrate fully into the organisation’s professional network.
The induction ceremony was part of the 2025 national conference of the institute.
National President of MCDI, Dr. Collins Edebiri, administered the oath, while the new members promised to carry out their duties faithfully, following the institute’s rules and constitution.
Dr. Edebiri emphasised the institute’s core mandate of instilling values that will shape individuals and institutions.
He emphasised the theme of the conference, “Mentoring for Individual and Corporate Leadership”, noting that last year’s focus centred on national development and value reorientation.
Edebiri explained that the induction ceremony is a key feature of the institute’s annual conference, though inductions also occur quarterly.
On the criteria for membership, he said the most important factor is the desire to be mentored or the readiness to mentor others, and urged the new inductees to become ambassadors of value-driven leadership in their respective workplaces.
Guest Speaker at the ceremony, Mrs. Ibim Semenitari, who was a former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), shared her experiences from her early days in journalism, attributing much of her professional growth to strong mentorship.
She encouraged members to embrace mentorship as a catalyst for personal and societal advancement.
Seminitari was later presented an award.
New members, including Wisdom Egberi Woniepiriye, and Mrs. Grace Ajinwanyiekwu, expressed their excitement and hope to be mentored well so they can eventually mentor others.
There were a dinner and networking session, marking another success for MCDI in its efforts to build leadership values nationwide.
By: Theresa Frederick & Charity Amiso
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Fisherman Gets Thumbs-Up Over Patent Creation 

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The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) has commended a renowned fisherman, Mr. Ricky Brown Owunari, for what it described as a remarkable stride in global engineering content creation.
In a congratulatory message signed by the Association, weekend, the SPE said  the patented “Dewaxer Flow Enhancer and Downhole Tool” had secured official endorsement under U.S. Patent No. 12,448,868 B2.
They said the development has been highlighted as a significant indicator of Rivers State’s growing intellectual and technological capacity, with observers noting that such breakthroughs position the state as a rising hub for innovation.
According to those familiar with the innovation, the achievement serves as proof that Niger Deltans have moved beyond the era of militancy and are now producing world-class content, research outputs, and technical solutions.
The SPE officials described the patented technologies as timely tools designed to tackle wax deposition in crude oil wells, a major challenge that frequently disrupts production and increases maintenance costs.
They further stressed that the milestone underscores the need for Rivers State to invest more in supporting innovators whose works demonstrate global potential.
Industry experts revealed that the tool originated from years of field observation, experimentation, and rigorous research aimed at improving flow assurance in challenging well conditions.
They also urged the Federal Government to show greater appreciation for home-grown innovations, calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to formally recognise and encourage technological breakthroughs emerging from the Niger Delta.
Stakeholders at the event warned against piracy, emphasising that unauthorised copying of patented technologies undermines national progress and discourages genuine innovators.
Analysts observed that the breakthrough strengthens the narrative of a new Rivers State built on creativity, content development, and technical excellence rather than conflict.
The session concluded with a call for stronger collaboration between government authorities and industry players to protect intellectual property and position Rivers State as a greenhouse for innovation-driven content.
The content, The Tide gathered, is expected to solve critical challenges in the oil and gas sector, as well as other relevant areas of the national economy.
By; King Onunwor
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NBA Seeks End To Mass Abductions, Targeted Killings

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The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has warned against mass abductiond and targeted killings in Nigeria.
President of the NBA, Mazi Afam Osigwe, who gave the warning, noted that Nigeria was faced with a growing wave of violence following fresh attacks in Kebbi and Borno States.
The association issued the warning after terrorists attacked the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga on November 17.
According The Tide’s source, the gunmen killed a teacher and abducted at least twenty-five students during a shootout with security personnel.
The  President said the latest attack shows the country has become unsafe for schoolchildren and civilians.
He further noted that Nigeria also lost Brigadier General M. Uba earlier that day in an ISWAP ambush in Borno State.
According to Osigwe, the nation was  witnessing a rise in terrorism, kidnapping, and lawlessness that has overwhelmed security agencies, adding that rural communities, travellers, farmers, and security officers are all exposed.
The NBA President also warned that Nigeria was facing a dangerous breakdown of public safety.
Quoting recent reports, he said about 145 people went missing in mass abductions across Kebbi, Niger, and Zamfara within four days.
“The country must stop recording deaths while hoping for peace through negotiations with terrorists”, he said.
The NBA further revealed that recent intelligence alerts, including the DSS warning of ISWAP plans to strike in Ondo and Kogi, show a widening threat.
Osigwe questioned why terrorists still control forests and highways without challenge, with criminals levying taxes on communities, displace families, and attack convoys.
The NBA demanded an urgent national security overhaul with transparency and strong political will.
Osigwe, however, praised the teacher who died in Kebbi while protecting students.
By;  King Onunwor
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