Rivers

RSG Tasks New Cooperative Executives On Principles

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2 years ago

November 30, 2022

Rivers State Government has tasked the newly inaugurated executive officers of Port Harcourt Revival Multi-Purpose Co-operative Society Limited (PRMCSL) to ensure they uphold the principles and rules of the co-operative society in the World.
Speaking during the launching and inauguration ceremony in Port Harcourt, the Permanent Secretary (PS), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Rivers State, Mr Lawson Ikuru, said he was delighted to see co-operative society ongoing in the state.
He stated that the key thing about Co-operative society is that it constitutes a vehicle for wealth creation.
Unfortunately, he noted, “overtime it has not really worked out well as a result of proper information”.
Ikuru, who spoke through the Senior Registrar of Co-operative Society of the Ministry, Mr Charles Nwabuike, said all over the world the practice and principle of Co-operative Society remains, nothing that “what makes it different is the function of two things: commitment and information”.
The Permanent Secretary charged the newly inaugurated executive of PRMCSL to get it right from the beginning of the inauguration
“Co-operative Society is about people of like mind, who come together, pulling their resources to do business that will benefit their lives.
“No body is forced into co-operative society, it is voluntary. So, the executive should play the game in line with the law, and ensure that the co-operative act is put in pleace.
“Co-operative Society believes in the ethical value of honesty and openness. It’s not a social club, not a secret society, but a business”, Ikuru said.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the inauguration, Chief Eugene E. Nkwota, commended the founder of the organisation, Mr Nwosu Reginald Oguchi, for creating opportunities for people to do business.
He stated that as members of the co-operative society, they should continue doing the right thing all the time to ensure they move the business forward.
Earlier in his key note address, the director of Universities of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) Business School, Port Harcourt, Prof Emeka J. Okereke, said “the co-operative society is an organization that is formed by a group of people whose primary objective is the promotion of the economic interest of its members”.
He tasked the executive to use to the organisation to turn members into entrepreneurs, innovators, wealth creators among the 41.5 million MSMEs in Nigeria.
Meanwhile, Mr Oguchi, wholo is also the Chairman, BOT/President of PRMCSL, said the focus of the organization “is to promote micro, small and medium enterprises using members subscription.
He thanked all the guests who came from far and near to grace the occasion, saying that “Revival Co-operative will focus more on investment, especially on Agro-business value chain and export”.

By: Lilian Peter & Kiadum Edookor

Rivers

JONAPWD Elections: Commissioner Inaugurates 5-Man Committee

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3 days ago

January 10, 2025

The Tide

The Rivers State Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Mr. Ilamu Arugu, has inaugurated a 5-man electoral committee to oversee the forth-coming elections of the Joint Association of Persons Living with Disabilities in the State (JONAPWD).

Members of the committee were carefully selected from five clusters, representing various categories of persons with disabilities, including visually and hearing impaired, spinal cord injury, physically challenged, and persons with albinism, to ensure that the electoral process is inclusive.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held in his office in Port-Harcourt, Mr. Arugu emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and fairness in the electoral process and charged the committee members to “conduct the election with integrity, impartiality, and the fear of God”.

The Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Commissioner also tasked the committee with developing a comprehensive plan for the election within two weeks and to report any challenges they encounter within the same timeframe to ensure prompt solutions to facilitate a seamless election.

In his acceptance speech, the newly appointed Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr. Nwankwo Ndubuisi, expressed his gratitude to the Commissioner on behalf of his colleagues for entrusting them with the mandate and pledged to work tirelessly to ensure a free, fair, and credible electoral process.

“I’d like to thank the Commissioner for this opportunity, and I assure him that we’ll work diligently to ensure a successful election”, the Chairman said.

Mr. Ndubuisi also thanked his colleagues for their support and cooperation, saying, “We’re dedicated to making this election a reality, and we’ll work together to achieve our goal”.

This inauguration marks a crucial milestone in addressing the leadership vacuum created by the expiration of Mr. Kie Obomanu’s tenure as Chairman of JONAPWD.

A statement by the Head of Press, Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Martha Igbiks, said, “the Ministry’s initiative is a welcome development which demonstrates its commitment to promoting inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in governance, ensuring that persons with disabilities have a voice and are actively involved in the decision-making process”.

Rivers

Orazi Gas Explosion: 3 Confirmed Dead

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3 days ago

January 10, 2025

The Tide

Three persons have been confirmed dead in the Orazi Gas explosion in Port Harcourt , Rivers State, which occurred last weekend.

Recall that the Rivers State Government confirmed that 16 persons were initially admitted into the hospital as a result of the explosion.

According to information, the dead, which include a father and two of his daughters, were among those receiving treatment at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH).

The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Chidinma Oreh, disclosed this in an interview with newsmen in Port Harcourt, saying the 16 survivors from the incident were carried immediately to the RSUTH.

She also confirmed that some of them were in critical conditions when they were taken there.

“In fact, we are currently managing 16 patients that arose from the explosion at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital.

“They have various degrees of burns and thankfully we have a highly specialized unit that is providing expert attention and care to the patients”, she said.

Dr. Oreh said the explosion took place in a residential area without proper guidelines.

“The gas explosion took place in a residential area without adherent to guidelines on how gas cylinders that are commercialized should be operated.

“This is definitely beyond the ministry of health and that emphasizes the fact of what we call social determinants of health and so we work very closely with other ministries”she said.

She also said the Rivers State Government, through the various ministries, is carrying out activities with the view to streamlining the activities of such service providers so that clear guidelines are communicated to them to ensure that the lives of and property of the people of Rivers state is protected.

John Bibor

Rivers

Commissioner Commends Gov Over Support For Ministry

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3 days ago

January 10, 2025

The Tide

The Rivers State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon Isreal Lebura Ngbuelo, has commended the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, over the practical steps taken and support given to the ministry during the just-concluded Abuja International Carnival, 2024.

Hon Ngbuelo made the commendation during the Ministry’s Thanksgiving Service to celebrate the State’s achievement as the over all best State at the just-concluded Abuja International Carnival, 2024, held at the Redeem Christian Church of God (RCCG), Passover Parish in Port Harcourt.

He expressed gratitude to God for the support given to the ministry by the State Governor, noting that it contributed to the success of the Ministry at the Carnival.

“We are here to thank God for success He accorded us at the just-concluded Abuja International Carnival, 2024.

“We left Rivers State with over 700 contingent and emerged as the over all best winner for the Abuja International Carnival, 2024.

” We are here also to thank God for the staff of the Ministry and the peace in the Ministry, which increased us as a people and we can attest to it that by the grace of God we have a Governor that has passion for the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

“That we came back without any injury is a thing of joy”, Hon Ngbuelo stated.

Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Barr. Tomonialadieokuma Ishmael, said the Ministry organized the Thanksgiving Service to express gratitude to God for successful outing at the Abuja International Carnival.

He said the success of the Ministry at the event was another landmark for the state, adding that it was not the first time the ministry has been the over all best in the tournament, noting that “the peace in the State has been showcased to the entire world, not just Nigeria, that Rivers State is rich in culture and Tourism.

“We went to Abuja and emerged champions, so we are happy for State and for the ministry”, Barr Ishmael said.

Kiadum Edookor