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Monarch Tasks Jonathan On Youth Unemployment
The Eze Udo I of Ogui Nike, Enugu State, Chief Sampson C. O. Emezue has called on president Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, to address the problem of epileptic power supply in Nigeria as a means of arresting the current high rate of youth unemployment in the country.
Chief Emezue, the Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of an Enugu-based SAMAX Printing Press outfit, made the call in a chat with The Tide On Sunday in Enugu.
According to him, constant power supply in all parts of the country will not only go a long way in checking youth unemployment and restiveness, but will also contribute in addressing rural-urban migration, which he described as an ill wind that blows no one any good” .
His words : “The control of everything in Nigeria is power supply. To me, the most important thing we need is adequate power supply. If the problem of power supply is addressed, then the country will be moved forward, as the economy will improve.
“Also, youths will stop relying on government for non-existing white colar jobs, as they can now set up small scale business outfits in the rural areas to sustain themselves financially and otherwise.
“If there is power supply everywhere in Nigeria, armed robbery, kidnapping, 419 and other vices now common among our youths will be reduced to the barest minimum and Nigeria will be better for it”, he explained.
On the nation democracy, Chief Emezue said Nigerians had gained a lot from democracy, adding that people cannot only talk freely now, but can rightly demand for their rights without any fear of persecution in any form or shape, compared to military rule in which the reverse was the case.
“Nigerians have gained a lot from democracy and efforts should be made by all and sundry to sustain it. Let the people’s vote count in the forthcoming 2011 general election in the country”, he also suggested.
Chief Emezue also advised governors to always make judicious use of the monthly federal allocations given to their various states , adding that the Bible says that “To whom much is given , much is expected.”
He further urged president Jonathan “as the number one citizen of Nigeria”, to see the entire country as his constituency by ensuring that the right people are appointed to the right positions , no matter where they come from.
Chief Emezue expressed hope that the forthcoming 2011 general election will take the country to the next level democratically and otherwise, especially if it is conducted in a free and fair manner by ensuring that the people’s votes count.
He, further used the forum to advice Nigerians to always cooperate with president Jonathan in his efforts to make the country a better place for all, adding that with the president, “ the future of Nigeria is very bright “.
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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