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Ogbakor Ikwerre Hails Buhari …As Peterside Makes Job Creation Priority
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The umbrella body of the Ikwerre ethnic nationality, Ogbakor Ikwerre Cultural Organisation Worldwide has congratulated the President-elect, Gen Muhammadu Buhari on his resounding victory in the just-concluded presidential poll.
In a statement jointly signed by its President General, Prof. Augustine Onyeozu and Secretary General, Chief Augustine Okajile as well as the President of Ikwerre Development Association, Sir Chris Chinwo, the group said “Ikwerre people, with one accord, proudly identify with the voice of the people which, of course, is the voice of God. We are confident that Buhari will obviously take our great nation to enviable heights.
“We take this opportunity to thank President Goodluck Jonathan for conceding defeat and congratulating Buhari in a very civilized manner”, they said.
The group also appreciated the Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Amaechi, for his achievements in the state, particularly on road construction, education, healthcare delivery, agriculture, infrastructure, and welfare services.
According to the group, Amaechi has distinguished himself in a position as high class achiever.
“We also congratulate our son, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, the governor of Rivers State and director general of Buhari/Osinbanjo Campaign Organisation for being part of this success. As you round up your tenure as first Ikwerre governor of Rivers State of Nigeria, the ‘Ochi Ohnas’ of Ikwerre and members of the National Executive of Ogbakor Ikwerre Cultural Organisation Worldwide jointly convey this message of sincere appreciation to you for your outstanding performance to date.
“By your excellent performance, you have earned for yourself a distinguished position as high class achiever, along with the class of ex-governor Alfred Diette-Spiff in the state in the 70’s, in different aspects of development, particularly in road construction, education, provision of health services, agriculture, infrastructure, and welfare services.
“You have set a new standard that subsequent governors of the state will always struggle to meet. Your developmental strides speak for themselves. Everybody can see that Port Harcourt now wears a new look. We have hardly had it so good.
“Above all, you have reduced to the barest minimum the presence of the ugly syndrome called ‘Upland/Riverine dichotomy’, which had been the bane of our otherwise lovely state. We recognize that the fight against this lacuna is critical for peace and stability in this state. We therefore, support this fight and encourage you not to relent. The Ikwerre ethnic nationality is proud of you”, they said.
Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Dr Dakuku Peterside says job creation would be given priority in his administration.
This assurance is coming less than 48 hours to the governorship election in the state. Dr Peterside who said this in Port Harcourt, during a courtesy call on him by Grace Professional, a non-governmental organization in the state, said that the emphasis is on job creation to reduce poverty and check restiveness among the youths.
He said that Governor Amaechi has already set a standard in the areas of job creation and skill acquisition and his administration would toe the same line.
‘We are going to create skill centres with international certification. Governor Amaechi has set a standard with that.
‘There are lots of sectors to provide opportunities for our youths. The creative economy, ICT, oil and gas, sports and so on” he said.
Dr Dakuku said that the first thing his administration would do is to re-orientate the youths with a view to preparing them for work.
“We need to do massive reorientation for our youths who are used to making quick money” he said.
The governorship hopeful also pledged to improve the educational system of the state, adding that emphasis will no more be placed on certificates.
‘For us to achieve all these things, two things are fundamental, one is addressing the issue of security, providing an enabling environment for industries to thrive.
The second is power. We believe that when the issue of power is addressed, a lot of problems will be solved. He urged the group to sensitise the people to vote for the All Progressives Congress during the election.
The convener of Grace Professionals, Deda Okuyiga said the issue of youth unemployment has been a major concern for every administration in the state, adding that this must be addressed.
She also said that the group decided to support the candidacy of Dakuku Peterside because of his road map to develop Rivers State.
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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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