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Rivers Observes UN Literacy Day, Today
Rivers State will today join the world to celebrate this year’s United Nations Literacy Day.
The State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Dr Roseline Apawari Uranta, disclosed this while addressing members of the planing committee of the day.
She said the importance of the Day cannot be over-emphasised, saying that “my Ministry has always been at the forefront of women empowerment through literacy programmes for Women and the girl child”.
She said the celebration would invite lecturers that would equip women and provide insights into appropriate learning, business and communication skills.
The commissioner said the day’s activities would offer participants 21st century capacity to operate their businesses and other ventures effectively.
Uranta said the theme for this year is, “Promoting Literacy For a World in Translations”, adding that the objective of the day is to create awareness on the importance of basic education for women and to stimulate their interest to learn.
Earlier in her brief to the Commissioner, the Director of Women Affairs and Chairman of the committee, Dr. Carmelita Agborubere, said the day would be observed in the Conference Hall of the Ministry by noon.
Agborubere said the Slogan of the day is “Let’s Teach and Make the Country Literate”, adding that line Ministries such as Health, Education, Youth and other Non-Governmental Organisations would be in attendance.
By: Soibi Max-Alalibo
Rivers
Motor Spare Parts, Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union Swears Gets New Chairman in Port Harcourt
The Owhonda Dickson Motor Spare Parts and Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union operating in Ikoku Port Harcourt, Rivers state has sworn in Mr. Cyril Igbokwe, popularly known as Onyeoma Cy, as its new Chairman.
The brief swearing _in ceremony was held at the union office in Port Harcourt, last Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Igbokwe expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence his members had shown in him, despite his perceived educational background compared to others. , “I feel very happy to be the chairman of this great union in this great market. I’m proud of my executives for demonstrating commitment and cooperation.” Notably, the executives raised over ?1 million for the inauguration ceremony within an hour.
The new Chairman promised to tackle key challenges facing the union, including security and indiscipline. He vowed to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, who he praised for excellent performance, and aimed to possibly do better.
Mr. Igbokwe emphasized maintaining a robust relationship with the host community and conducting his affairs within the ambit of the law.
In his remarks,the Electoral Committee Chairman’, Igwe Amobichukwu Eze Okorie, assured that the elections were conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. Despite facing challenges such as non-compliance with guidelines and unfounded propaganda campaigns, no formal protest letters had been received.
Also speaking, the Women’s Leader, Lolo Nkechinyere Okolie, expressed faith in the new Chairman, citing his integrity and experience. She highlighted her role in ensuring women’s voices are counted in the union and vouched for the credibility of the election, noting that Mr. Igbokwe was the popular choice among members.
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