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IYC Tasks Fubara On Unity Govt

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The leadership of Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Zone, comprising Akwa Ibom and Rivers States, has called on Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, to set up a unity government that will include everybody.
Such persons to be included are people from other political parties, other governorship candidates, Senatorial and House of Representatives candidates, as well as House of Assembly candidates.
President of IYC Eastern Zone, Ibim Ibiwari, in a statement made available to newsmen urged the Governor to strive to give a sense of belonging to all critical stakeholders of the State, so that they can contribute their quota and expertise and wealth of experience, knowledge and wisdom for the development and growth of the State.
The IYC, while commenting on the issues bedeviling the State, especially the most recent rift between the State House of Assembly members and the Governor, said it was unwarranted and not necessary, since the Governor has not committed any political infraction to warrant such grand plot to impeach him.
They, therefore, demanded reasons for what they called such reckless abuse of power.
They also appealed to all to the path of peace, saying the Government Is barely five months old, and we are experiencing this dastardly act and utmost show of shame”.
It condemned the burning and desecration of the hallowed chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and the shooting, tear gazing, and spraying of hot water on the Governor and his entourage, who were on their way to inspect the burnt section of the State Assembly.
Consequently, the IYC called for investigation, apprehension and punishment of the perpetrators of the action against the Governor, insisting that they must be brought to book by the Nigeria Police Force, Rivers State Command, as that will serve as a deterrent to others.
On the removal and counter- removal of both the Speaker, Hon. Martins Amewhule, and Majority Leader, Hon. Edison Ehie, it urged tha the status quo be maintained forthwith.
“We don’t see the need for infighting. It is simply a medium to deny their respective constituents their benefits, due rights and privileges.
“From our observation, they are all members of same political family and party. As such, failure to adhere to this unpaid consultancy and proposed resolution will attract grave consequences of moving and sponsoring for their immediate withdrawal.
“These political offices weren’t voted for infighting, but rather to attract development for their respective constituency, and improve the well being of their constituents”, the body stated.
Lambasting the Assembly members for the plot to remove the Governor, the IYC Eastern Zone President observed that the scheme was an abuse of power by the lawmakers.
He urged that such plans should be suspended and solidarity to build the democracy be consolidated to govern the State.
He also urged the Governor to focus on creating improved means of livelihood by enhancing adequate power supply, affordable and free health and medical care, and agriculture development capable of producing food for the masses.

By: Kevin Nengia

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Delta CP Seeks More Support From Traditional Institutions 

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The Commissioner of Police (CP) Delta State Command, Mr. Yemi Oyeniyi, has urged traditional institutions to continue to support law enforcement in the country.
Oyeniyi gave the advice on Tuesday at the palace of the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, Dr. Emmanuel Sideso, Abe 1, in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of the state.
The Commissioner, who was on a familiarisation tour of police formations across the state, including the Effurun area command, solicited  continued partnership of the Uvwie domain in strengthening intelligence gathering and promoting peaceful co-existence.
He commended the Ovie of Uvwie for his unwavering commitment to peace, security, and community development.
“I acknowledge the invaluable role of traditional institutions in supporting law enforcement in the country.
“I equally solicit continuous partnership of the Uvwie domain in strengthening intelligence gathering and promoting peaceful co-existence among the people”, he said.
In his remarks, the Ovie of Uvwie, welcomed the Commissioner and his entourage to the domain.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the people to supporting the Nigeria Police and other security agencies.
The royal father urged his subjects to continue to cooperate with the security agencies by way of providing timely and credible information.
The Commissioner, thereafter, proceeded to perform the groundbreaking of the Effurun area command at the instance of the Insp.-Gen. of Police, Mr. Olatunji Disu.
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IAUE Senate Approves Leadership, Language Center Establishment 

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The Senate of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, has approved the establishment of a University Leadership Assessment Centre as proposed by Professor Veronica Okogbaa of the Department of Educational Management.
A statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the university, Dr. Ngozi Okiridu, said the centre will, among other things, identify and develop high potential skilled leaders and talents.
It will also evaluate participants through multi dimensional approach rather than rely on subjective perceptions, indulge in leadership trainings, and generate income from services with succession planning.
Similarly, Senate also approved the establishment of a centre for languages, digital Humanities and intercultural studies as proposed by the Dean of Faculty of Humanities, Professor Ibiere Ken-Maduako.
The proposed centre, according to he statement, will have seven units namely language teaching unit, where French, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, German, Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba and Rivers State indigenous languages will be taught.
It will also have Translation and interpretation unit, indigenous languages documentation unit, Digital Humanities Laboratory, Artificial intelligence and language teaching unit, professional certification unit, as well as Research and Publication unit..
The statement quoted the Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Professor Ken-Maduako, the centre will offer certificate in language proficiency for beginners, intermediate, advanced Diploma programme, translation and interpretation courses, Digital Humanities certification programme, Artificial intelligence and language technology workshops, online and Hybrid learning programmes, weekend and evening public classes, indigenous languages documentation training and Business and professional communication courses.
Professor Ken-Maduako firther said the center “will increase visibility of the University nationally and internationally, generate sustainable internally generated revenue, increase opportunities for grants and donor funded projects, enhance interdisciplinary research output, promote cultural preservation and community engagement, strengthen the University”s  profile in innovation and digital transformation, attract research collaboration and international partnerships, and improve graduate employability and digital competence.”
In his speech, the Chairman of Senate and Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Okechuku Onuchuku, encouraged sponsors of the centre to source for funds for the take off of the centre.
He explained that Directors will be appointed for the self-sponsored centres and reiterated that his administration will continue to support all proposals geared towards the growth of the University as long as they are consistent with the academic brief of the Ivory Tower.
Earlier, Professor Samuel Otamiri commended Professor Veronica Okogbaa for the proposed centre which, he said, is a remarkable development, amd described it as a robust programme that would attract the necessary patronage .
In another development, the Senate welcomed a suggestion by Professor Priye Iyalla-Amadi that Valedictory Senate sessions be introduced and held for retired Professors.
Results from the Postgraduate School as presented by the Dean of the School, Professor Chibuzor Chile Nwobueze, was approved by Senate.
Senate also approved that presented by the Director of the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), Professor Goddey Wilson, and that of the Graduate School of Business by Dr. Florence Ironawusi.
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Group Tasks School Proprietors, Parents On Early Preparation 

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The National President, Forum of Inclusive Educators and Readers (FIER), Mr. Onyeka Innocent, has admonished school owners and parents alike to learn how to prepare their children/wards ahead time in order to beat challenges irrespective of the angle they may spring up from.
Innocent made this known at the Forum’s meeting held partly in honour of the Spelling B, 2025 winners, in Port Harcourt.
“Soldiers are not trained during war, rather, they are trained and kept in the Barracks, waiting for war”, he said.
He said students must be provided with the necessary educational tools capable of boosting their academic pursuit.
According to him, proprietors of schools must conform with the Government’s authorities and guidance if they are determined to succeed in the project.
Another solution to educational management, he said, is the availability of Education Committees in schools, saying that it will improve the quality of its learning process.
Though he did not rule out decay in the society, he said there are few that still hold fast to determination and sincerity.
The FIER leader said his association was one of the bodies with the zeal to right wrongs in the society, especially in the Education sector.
He noted that his group was also prepared to reduce the number of out-of-school children by ensuring that education was taken to all parts of the Country.
On registration of private schools as directed by the State Government, he said his members are in compliance and assured of a cordial relationship between the Government and his Association.
Meanwhile, the winners of the Competition were Master Fredrick Jeffrey of Daisy Dan School, who emerged first; Badubulachi Maryan of Fertile Vineyard Academy, 2nd; and Itode Samuel of Baridoo Sam Joel School, 3rd.
They winners where rewarded with cash prices of N100,000, N50,000 and N30, 000 respectively.
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