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NAOWA Harps On Physical, Mental Health
Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association (NAOWA), yesterday engaged wives of officers and soldiers on physical and mental health education with a view to ensuring healthy lifestyle in the barracks.
The President of NAOWA and wife of the Chief of Army Staff, Mrs Umma-Kulsum Buratai, said the seminar was organised as part of activities to mark the ongoing Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2020.
Buratai said that the women needed to upgrade their knowledge of keeping the home front safe and healthy just as their husbands used the COAS conference to appraise their performances during the year.
She said the health seminar was one of the medium where the women could update and upgrade their knowledge on contemporary health challenges, especially that which affected families of personnel.
According to her, as mothers and caregivers, they require all it takes to keep their families safe, healthy and strong.
“This will no doubt contribute in boosting the moral of our husbands who are always out there to ensure peace in our dear country.
“You will agree with me that our husband’s performances are enhanced when all is well with their family back home.
“Consequently, this seminar is an event aimed at enhancing the capacity of personnel’s wives in issues pertaining to healthy living.
“It is deliberately intended to improve your mental and physical wellbeing and capability,” she said.
Mrs Buratai said that NAOWA had only engaged in charity outreach programmes during the previous conferences hence, adding that the health seminar was added for the first time.
She disclosed that topics such as “Care of Mental Health Issues In women: Depression and Anxiety; Diabetes and Hypertension; Health and Longevity Secret/ Techniques were selected to keep them abreast with the current health challenges and ways to ameliorate it.
“I am convinced at the end of this seminar, we will all go back home well informed and prepared to keep the home front physically and mentally healthy.
“I therefore urge you listen carefully to the resource persons and clear your doubt.
“Let me appeal to all members of NAOWA and NASWA here present to please make concerted efforts and personal sacrifices towards championing and upholding unity in our various neighborhoods.
“Gathering of this magnitude is always important in promoting friendliness amongst us,” she said.
One of the resource persons, Dr Susana Adams of Dr. Physiq Wellness Centre, who spoke on Secret to Health and Longevity, said that there was need to do things differently to stay healthy.
Adams advised the women to also learn to “reprogramme’’ their body cells for good health and longevity, adding that whatever affects the cell affect the whole body.
According to her, methods of reprogramming cells include oxygen, water, nutrition/food plan, detox and good state of mind.
“You have to deliberately pay attention to your health as your first priority because we are responsible for our health.
“Deep breathing is necessary because research has shown that adequate oxygen decreases your chances of having cancer as well as all other inflammatory disorders,” she said.
One of participants, Mrs Margret Malu, said the seminar would not have come at a better time considering the prevailing health situations on ground globally.
Malu said the health experts were able to properly educate the women on how to manage stress, depression among other health issues.
She said the sensitisation was necessary for the women whose husbands are engaged in different military operations across the country.
She added that a healthy home front would have positive impact on the husband on the field.
Malu commended the president of NAOWA for the initiative and urged the women to ensure that they stay healthy.
The new Rivers state commissioner of police ,CP Olugbenga Adepoju has assured that his administration will remain apolitical in the discharge of his duties in the state.
Adepoju who officially assumed office last Friday as the 47th police commissioner of police stated this during his median press briefing held at state police command over the weekend in Port Harcourt.
He assured that under his watch as the police helmsman in the state his administration will ensure protection of human rights and warn that any police officer who violate the rights of people will be sanctioned in accordance with the police act and
urged Rivers people to hold the Police accountable, share view of people with police.
“We are committed to transparency.
My priority is to ensure safety, security and welfare of all residents in the state.
Being an economic hub of the country,the state faces challenges of crisis from political interest, economic sabotage illegal oil bunkering.
“I will ensure Rivers people sleep with their two eyes close. I have what it takes to keep the command safe.We do Intelligence gathering work with community and public engagement to proactively prevent crime.We have meetings and seminars with members of the public.”
“We will enforce discipline and ensure zero tolerance for corruption.I have my team.I will put them to work.There will be improvement on the part of my officers.
“We will Combat youth restiveness and cultism, oil theft, environmental crime. we will work with other agencies to ensure is reduce to the barest minimum.
“We will enhance response time and police visibility. We do all we can for our men to respond to distress call in time. We will deploy more men in metro. More visibility policing.
“We will address land grabbing issues.We will work with our legal team. If we have to partake in any execution order, we will look at it critically.
“We will enforce all vehicle regulations with human face. Especially tinted glasses. We may excuse those that have it from the factory. Either the vehicle will be impounded, the tinted glass removed or they are charged to court.
“Our men will not violate rights of citizens. If there is any violation of rights, it should be reported to the police for necessary actions. Our men will be more professional and polite to the people “he stated
CP Adepoju however urged residents of the state,the media and all necessary stakeholders to give the Police the relevant cooperation and support for effective policing of the society.
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The Rivers State Police Command says it has acknowledged a social media report on alleged assault of a lady by police officers along Evo Road, Port Harcourt.
A statement signed by the police public Relations Officer (PPRO),SP Grace Iringe Koko in Port Harcourt, yesterday said the police acknowledged the report of such alleged assault and invite the lady involved to visit the command so as to enable the command to commence investigation with a view to apprehend the officers involved.
“We urge the lady involved to visit the Police Headquarters to enable a thorough investigation into the matter. This step will assist us in identifying the officers involved and ensuring that appropriate actions are taken.”
“The Command appeals to members of the public to cooperate with police officers during stop-and-search operations, as these measures are essential in combating crime and maintaining security.”
“We also encourage residents to report any misconduct by police officers through the following channels:
• PPRO: 0816 135 5218
• Control Room: 08032003514, 08098880134
• Complaint Response Unit (CRU): 07057605256, 08120822987, 07072323049, 07057605209”
“Your cooperation is vital in helping us maintain accountability and professionalism within the Rivers State Police Command.
Thank you.”
Akujobi Amadi
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Opobo Elder Statesman Lauds Fubara’s Christmas Bonus to Civil Servants …Celebrates Recognition As Public Office Holder of the Year 2024
The Chairman of Opobo Elder Statesmen-4-Sim, Alabo Edwin Cockeye-Brown, has expressed appreciation to Rivers State governor, Amaopusenibo Siminalayi Fubara over his granting of #100,000 as Christmas bonus to the entire spectrum of civil servants across the State.
Speaking with journalists at his residence in Port Harcourt, yesterday. Alabo Cockeye-Brown said the generous gesture from the governor undoubtedly brought joy and relief to many families during the festive season.
“In these challenging economic times, such initiatives are a testament to Governor Fubara’s commitment to the welfare of our public servants. It is a clear indication that he values their hard work and sacrifices, “he stated.
Alabo Cockeye-Brown, who is the Vice Chairman of Opobo Council of Alapu, emphasized the importance of supporting civil servants, who play a crucial role in the development and governance of the state.
“These men and women dedicate their lives to serving the public. The Christmas bonus is not just financial assistance; it’s a recognition of their relentless efforts and a way to uplift their spirits ahead of the New Year,” he added.
In addition to celebrating the Christmas bonus, Alabo Cockeye-Brown took the opportunity to congratulate Governor Fubara on being awarded the Public Office Holder of the Year 2024.
He said the recognition is well-deserved, adding that the governor has shown exceptional leadership and vision, steering the state towards progress and prosperity.
“His dedication to uplifting the lives of our citizens is commendable, and we are proud to have him leading us”, he said.
Alabo Cockeye-Brown also called on other leaders in the state to follow Fubara’s example, stressing the need for collaborative efforts to enhance public service delivery and improve the living standards of the people.
“Let us work together to ensure that every citizen feels the impact of good governance,” he urged.