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Judge Tasks Clerics On CAMA

Following criticisms by the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, churches and christians against the recently passed law on Companies and Allied Matters Act, CAMA 2020, a High Court Judge in Rivers State, Justice Adolphus Enebeli, has urged religious bodies, particularly the church to propose an amendment to sections of the law they believe have impeded their fundamental rights to freedom of association and administrative rights of the Church.
Justice Enebeli while speaking as a Special Guest Lecturer at a function organized by the Rivers State Chapter of Nigeria Association of Adventist Lawyers, said it was better to seek constitutional and legal redress than to disobey the law.
Justice Enebelii however, frowned at certain provisions of CAMA 2020 that took away and ceded the administrative, democratic and fundamental rights of the Church to a Federal Government agency; the Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC.
The erudite judge noted that CAMA 2020 was not a bad law for the profit-oriented organisations
On his part, Chairman of Rivers State Chapter of Nigeria Association of Adventist Lawyers, Victor Nweke, explained that the essence of the programme was to sensitise the church members on the existence of the law and to seek ways of addressing imminent challenges in future.
Various speakers at the sensitisation programme said although the Adventist Church was not associated with such leadership or fraudulent crisis that could warrant the federal government take over her management affairs, it was necessary to take early steps, as no one knows the sinister motives any one could come up with in the future.
By: Kevin Nengia
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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