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Judiciary Crisis: Wike Flaks NBA, SJSC …Meets Refuse Contractors,Today
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has carpeted the role played by the Nigerian Bar Association(NBA) and the State Judicial Service Commission in the protracted judicial crisis that lasted for one year in the state.
Speaking shortly after swearing-in new Acting Chief Judge, Justice Daisy Okocha, and her counterpart at the Customary Court of Appeal, Christy Nwankwo in Government House on Monday in Port Harcourt, the governor frowned that both the NBA and the commission did not live up to their billings.
He said the laxity displayed by both bodies made the crisis to linger on, while describing NBA’s last minute suspension of former Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, Worgu Boms, as belated.
The governor, however, expressed happiness that the judiciary is back, saying he is a fulfilled man to see this vital arm of government restored to its position.
He charged the new judges not to victimise anybody in view of their role in time past, while restating the resolve of his administration to give full autonomy to the judiciary.
In her remarks, the acting Chief Judge Justice Daisy Okocha, commended the state governor for restoring the hope of the judiciary.
Okocha stated that she will try to change the negative image tagged on the judiciary, and run a zero tolerance body for corruption.
She also assured the governor that the judiciary will live up to its expectations and will not fail the state.
Okocha also tasked her colleagues to bring back the dignity of the legal profession.
Meanwhile, the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike will today meet with refuse contractors in the state.
The meeting is being convened by the governor to find solution to the increasing heaps of refuse across Port Harcourt City and its environs.
A statement signed by Barrister Emma Okah, on behalf of the state government, said that the contractors were to meet with the State Governor, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, today at the Executive Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt.
Meanwhile, some refuse contactors have complied with the directive by the state Government to return to their areas of work.
The Tide reports that some of the refuse contractors were seen around Ikwerre and Ada-George roads on Monday night removing the disturbing heaps of refuse on the roads.
One the refuse collectors who spoke to The Tide under condition of anonymity, said that their decision to return to the streets was based on the directive by the governor for them to go back to work, adding that for a long time now, they have not been paid by the Rivers State Waste Management Agency.
He described the governor as a man of his word, stressing that the meeting with the governor today will surely lead to the resolution of all matters concerning refuse disposal in the state.
Meanwhile, residents of Port Harcourt and environs have heaved a sigh of relief following the return of refuse contractors to the streets.
A cross section of residents, who spoke to The Tide on the issue, described the last one week as a very big environmental and health challenge as Port Harcourt was turned into a garbage city.
The State Coordinator of Rivers Sanitation Marshal, Prince Sodin Akiagba, thanked the governor for directing the contractors to return to site, stressing that the situation would have resulted to epidemic in the city.
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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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