Rivers
RATTAWU Gets New Officials
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Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (CRATTAWU), has elected new officials to run its affairs for the next three years.
This is the fallout of the just concluded Rivers State 13th Tri-Annual Delegates Conference of RATTAWU held at Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), Port Harcourt.
Those elected include Comrade Opakirite Erekosima, as chairman, Comrade Boma Igbanibo, vice chairman, Comrade Gbarakoro Monday-secretary and Comrade Ebi Ogolo, assistant Secretary.
Others elected were Comrade Ibiwangi Nwachukwu, treasurer, Comrade Asimea Iboroma, auditor and Comrade Kate Yellowe, Public Relations Officer. Comrades Prince Obowu and Mijam Ebegha, settled for the positions of ex-official I and II respectively.
In a press statement signed by National Vice President, South-South, Comrade Brandon Tonye-Eseleman and National General Secretary, Comrade Henry Odugala, RATTAWU said the election was conducted in accordance with the constitution of the union and solicited the co-operation of all management concerned with the affected officers.
The statement encouraged the newly elected officers to be transparent in their dealings, charging them to maximize their efforts in fostering growth of the union.
While reminding the new officials of the need to build team spirit, the statement also enjoined them to rise to the challenge of fighting corruption in the discharge of their duties.
Harrison Virginia Ayo
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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