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PDP, Wike, Others Mourn Maduekwe, Amadi

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The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Walid Jubrin, yesterday, reacted to the death of the Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT), Chief Ojo Maduekwe.
Jubrin said he was shocked to learn about the death of Maduekwe.
He said that the former Nigeria’s Ambassador to Canada passed on at a critical time when the party needed him most.
Jubrin said that he was waiting for Maduekwe to come back from the United States, where he travelled to, so that they could put heads together to address the party’s leadership problem.
“I learnt with sadness and great shock about the death of this very devoted member of the party, a very dependable member and a very useful member with whom we have worked very closely together.
“We have been trying our best to find a solution to this problem and it is so sad that Maduekwe died at a very critical moment.
“It is sad that at this critical moment, Maduekwe had to go and we are definitely going to miss him and his ideas.
“He meant very well for this party, he meant very well for BoT.
“He had very fantastic ideas on the way out for our party crisis.
“Maduekwe has been National Secretary of the PDP, he has been a Nigerian ambassador and so, we were utilising his knowhow in BoT.
“He did very well for the few months he was in BoT. I will never forget him. I have lost a great partner,” Jubrin said.
He prayed to God to give members of the deceased family as well as PDP faithful the fortitude to bear this great loss.
Similarly, the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, has described as shocking the news of the sudden death of the Secretary of the PDP Board of Trustees, Ambassador Ojo Maduekwe.
The governor said that the death of the elder statesman was quite painful as he passed on at a time  he was playing  an active role in the repositioning of the PDP for greater service to the country.
He noted  that Maduekwe as a founding member  of  the  PDP helped to nurture  the  nation’s democracy as  a PDP scribe, Minister and a voice of reason in the polity.
While praying God to grant his immediate  family the fortitude  to bear the painful loss, Wike said  Nigeria  will miss the contributions  of  the  former Minister  at this critical  point in  its history.
Wike also expressed sadness over the death of Nigeria’s Literary Icon, Captain Elechi Amadi, describing his passage as a loss to the country.
In a condolence message to the family, people of Rivers State and the entire country, Wike said that Captain Amadi’s contributions to the development of the nation were legendary.
He said that his literary works promoted Rivers State, the Niger Delta and the country, hence, he will be celebrated by Rivers State and all lovers of literature across the country.
Wike said that Captain Elechi Amadi was a consummate patriot, a great literary icon, a soldier’s soldier and development enthusiast.
He prayed God to grant his immediate family the strength to bear the irreparable loss, pointing out that his achievements in different areas of national life will always be remembered.
In the same vein, the former Senate President, Senator David Mark and Senator Tunde Ogbeha have grieved over the death of Nigeria’s former Ambassador to Canada, Chief Ojo Maduekwe as well as foremost writer and former Instructor with the Nigeria Defence Academy, NDA, Kaduna, Captain Elechi Amadi.
The duo expressed shock at the demise of the Secretary, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Board of Trustees, BoT, Maduekwe who was very vibrant in recent times, stressing that Nigeria has lost one of the finest and brightest politicians who was a brain box in political engineering over time.
In a statement signed,yesterday by Mark’s media assistant, Paul Mumeh, they held that over the years, Maduekwe demonstrated patriotism and meritorious service to the nation.

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COAS Tasks Troops To Dominate Battlespace, Intensify Offensive In N/Central

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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.

 

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Obuah’s Victory Excites Former Lawmaker as APC Primaries Conclude in Rivers West

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A former member of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon. Nathaniel Uwaji, has expressed excitement over the emergence of Bro Felix Obuah as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Rivers West Senatorial District following the party’s just concluded primaries.
Hon. Uwaji, who formerly represented Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Constituency I, described Obuah’s emergence as a reflection of the wishes and aspirations of the people of Rivers West.
Speaking shortly after voting at Ward Five, Obrikom, Uwaji commended party members and supporters for turning out en masse to participate in the exercise and vote for what he described as “the right candidate.”
According to him, Bro Felix Obuah’s reputation as a bridge builder and grassroots politician makes him well suited to represent Rivers West in the Senate.
“Bro Obuah’s antecedents speak volumes across the length and breadth of Rivers State. The people are pleased to have him represent them at the National Assembly because he has paid his dues,” Uwaji stated.
The former lawmaker further noted that Obuah has remained unwavering in his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, whom he described as key political leaders with strong followership in the state.
“There is no doubt that Bro Obuah has consistently demonstrated loyalty and support to both President Tinubu and Chief Wike. He remains one of the strongest allies of the FCT Minister,” he said.
Uwaji maintained that Obuah’s popularity and political track record have endeared him to the people, stressing that his victory at the primaries was widely expected.
“The name Bro Obuah is already a household name in Rivers State politics because of his track records. This victory has once again demonstrated his popularity and acceptance among the people,” he added.
He also thanked the people of Ward Five, Obrikom, and other stakeholders for their overwhelming support during the primaries, expressing confidence that the APC candidate would record another victory during the 2027 general elections.
“As you can see from the results, the people voted overwhelmingly for him, and they will repeat the same feat during the main election in 2027. Ward Five, Obrikom, will be among the first to deliver results for Bro Obuah and Mr. President,” Uwaji declared.
The former lawmaker also commended security agencies and electoral officials for ensuring a peaceful, free, fair, and credible primary election process.
He assured constituents that Bro Felix Obuah would not disappoint the people if elected into the Senate.
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Navy Upgrades Training, Infrastructure To Tackle Security Threats

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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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