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PDP Leader Assures Fubara Of Support
One of the leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Omerelu Ward 5 and former Leader of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Comrade Chinwendu Isaac Orduwa has reassured the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara of total support at the grassroots level.
Orduwa said this during the inauguration of the executive members of the Sim Peoples Network (SPN), Ward Five, Omerelu in Ikwerre Local Government Area, yesterday.
He explained that the inauguration was to ensure that the grassroot is adequately covered for the government.
Orduwa hinted that he was prepared for the task so far as it concerns the Governor Fubara.
“ I will push ahead because I don’t want to fail.The result can come from anyone whether even my siblings. We shall all focus on making the Governor proud”, he said.
He also disclosed of plans to embark on an empowerment programme at the ward level once the necessary things are put in place.
The former youth activist further reassured the people of all inclusive administration where everyone will be glad to belong.
He noted that gone were the days when some sections of the people will hijack what belongs to the entire community under the guise of political leaders.
“When the righteous rule, the people rejoice. Also when the wicked rule, the people groan. Now we have a righteous man as our ruler, be ready to rejoice”, he said.
He also called on all SIM support groups in the State not to pay attention to black mail and campaigns of calomy as such was a cheap way of distracting them.
In his reaction, a Special Adviser to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Dr Darlington Orji , said the essence of the exercise was to ensure that the grassroots are properly covered.
Orji who said the government was open for everyone, beckoned all those yet to join the various groups in support of the current administration to hurry and do so for the sake of unity and development.
He also reassured of carrying every one along and added that the government was for everyone.
By: King Onunwor
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD to dominate the battlespace and intensify offensive operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements in the North Central region.
Shaibu gave the directive yesterday during his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North Central (JTF-NC), at Sobi Barracks, Ilorin.
This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, in Abuja, yesterday.
Shaibu said the Nigerian Army would remain resolute in its constitutional responsibility of safeguarding lives and property, stressing that troops must sustain pressure to decisively deny criminal elements freedom of action.
He assured personnel of continued deployment of combat enablers and operational resources to enhance clearance operations and dismantle criminal hideouts across Kwara and Niger states.
The COAS reaffirmed his commitment to troop welfare, noting that improved welfare remained critical to sustaining morale, operational effectiveness and combat readiness.
He urged the troops to remain disciplined, professional and loyal to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander, JTF-NC Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD, Maj.-Gen. Yakubu Yahaya, commended the COAS for his strategic leadership and support.
Yahaya assured that troops would remain committed and steadfast in restoring peace and stability in the region.
The Nigerian Navy says it is expanding training and infrastructure to address emerging security threats and strengthen operational efficiency across formations and units nationwide.
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, spoke during the inauguration of projects at the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) in Onne, Rivers as part of activities marking the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary.
Abbas, represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC), Rear Adm. Ebiobowei Zipele, said the projects reflected significant progress made by the navy since its establishment in 1956 from the British Royal Navy.
“Training and infrastructure have improved significantly to meet contemporary security challenges and fulfil the navy’s constitutional responsibilities.”
According to him, the anniversary provides the navy an opportunity to reflect on its achievements and contributions over the past seven decades.
Projects inaugurated included a remodelled female trainees’ hostel accommodating more than 500 occupants and an expanded golf course upgraded from one to nine holes.
Others were the NNBTS fuel dump, Chief Boatswain’s Mate House, renovated pharmacy department and a new theatre block at the Naval Medical Centre, Onne.
Abbas described the new theatre as a major milestone for the navy’s medical services.
“Previously, injured personnel requiring surgeries were referred outside the facility.
“With this theatre, surgeries can now be conducted within the base.’’
He added that a 30KVA inverter had also been installed to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply at the training school.
The naval chief assured officers, ratings and trainees that the navy leadership remained committed to their welfare and wellbeing.
“These infrastructure upgrades show the commitment of the Chief of Naval Staff to addressing operational and welfare challenges promptly,” he said.
In addition, NAVTRAC distributed educational materials to pupils of Community Primary Schools One and Two, Ogale, in Ebubu-Eleme area of Rivers.
Items distributed included exercise books, school bags and other writing materials as part of the navy’s civil-military engagement initiative.
Zipele said the outreach was designed to strengthen relations between the navy and host communities while supporting children’s education.
“Education remains critical to national growth and youth empowerment. Some of these pupils may eventually serve in the Nigerian Navy,” he said.
He noted that the initiative demonstrated the navy’s commitment to educational development, peace, security and sustainable community relations.
Zipele urged the pupils to remain disciplined, focused and committed to their studies while embracing patriotism, integrity and hard work.
He thanked the Ebubu community for its continued support for the naval training command headquarters and the navy.
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