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LG Boss Assures On Unity, Security
The new Chairman, Caretaker Committee of Asari-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, Hon Wright Warmate says his administration will focus on ensuring the unity and security of the people.
Warmate who said this in an interview with newsmen at a reception organised in his honour by the people of Asalga in Port Harcourt recently, noted that with peace, unity and security in the area, development would be achieved.
According to him, “I want to see that Aalaga become glorified with peace and unity as well as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the area”, adding that the development of the local government was of paramount importance to his administration.
Urging the people of the LGA to cooperate with his administration and the state government, he expressed gratitude to the Governor, Chief Ezenwo Nyesom Wike for finding him worthy to serve his people in that capacity.
The Asalga boss promised to work towards, fulfillment of the New Vision of the Wike-led government, pointing out that he would operate an open-door policy with programmes that would improve the living standard of the people of the area.
Stressing that this administration would keep its promises and carry everybody along, Warmate advised youth of the LGA to shun all acts capable of ruining their future and engage in meaningful ventures that would improve their fortune, as well as support his administration to actualise its lofty dreams.
Also speaking, a member of the new caretaker committee, Mr. Damiete West who is also the managing editor of a Port Harcourt-based tabloid, the News Writer, pledged to work in harmony with the chairman and other members to bring the desired development to the LGA.
Shedie Okpara
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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