Rivers
Royal Father Assures Of Peace In Community
About 17 years after the death of the traditional ruler of Asukama Community in Andoni Local Government Area (LGA), Rivers State, Late Chief Edwin John Akpa Asuk, the joy of royalty returned to the community in a grand style with the installation of a new traditional ruler, Chief Adolphus Luke Ngor Asuk, Okaan-ama of Asukama.
The installation ceremony which took place penultimate Saturday at the community in Ngo, Headquarters of Andoni LGA, was performed by the Ngo Clan Council of Chiefs, under the leadership of His Majesty, King Job Williams Okuruket-Nnabiget XIV, Okaan-ama Ngo of Ngo land.
Speaking while performing the ceremony, King Okuruket-Nnabiget congratulated the newly installed chief for a successful installation, and charged the chiefs and people of the community on a team spirit to enable his administration.
He assured the new chief of the council of chiefs’ support and cooperation for him to succeed and take the community to greater heights.
In his response, the newly installed Chief, Adolphus Luke Ngor Asuk, Okaan-ama, during the reception ceremony in his home town, Asukama, expressed gratitude to God for a successful installation, saying it was only by His mercies and love that made it a reality.
He also, extended his gratitude to the council of chiefs for taking up the challenge to install him as chief of his community and prayed for their unalloyed support.
Chief Asuk, Okaan-ama, pledged to do everything within his power to bring peace and transformation to the community and urged members of the community to remain committed to the cause of ensuring peace and development in the community.
Susan Serekara-Nwikhana
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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