Rivers

MG Vowgas Celebrates Two Million-Man Hours Without Lost Time Injury

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1 year ago

November 1, 2023

By: Theresa Frederick

MG Vowgas Limited, Port Harcourt, has celebrated an uncommon feat and a significant milestone with the commissioning of its state-of-the-art heat treatment furnace and dish heads forming machine.
The event, which took place in Woji Town in Port Harcourt metropolis was witnessed by esteemed guests, industry experts, and the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board, Engineer Simbi Wabote.
Wabote, in his keynote address, highlighted the remarkable progress made in the engineering profession, and emphasised the significance of the new dish heads forming machine and the advanced technology invested in it.
He also recounted his visit to MG Vowgas in 2018 when the facility was much smaller, expressing his astonishment at the impressive expansion it has undergone since then.
The Group Managing Director of MG Vowgas, Mr. Godwin Izomor, reflected in his welcome address on the journey that has brought the company to this momentous day.
He expressed immense pride in the commissioning of the heat treatment furnace and dish heads forming machine.
The Tide reports that this event marked a pivotal moment for MG Vowgas, symbolising its commitment to technical advancement and its remarkable achievement of reaching two million-man hours without any lost time injury.
The commissioning of the MG Vowgas heat treatment furnace and dish heads forming machine represents a significant step forward in its pursuit of excellence and cutting-edge technology.
This cutting-edge equipment, it was gathered, boasts of the largest stress-relieving furnace capacity in the country and promises to revolutionise heat treatment processes and the forming of dish heads.
With advanced features and technology, it enables MG Vowgas to meet the increasing demands of its valued customers with greater precision and efficiency.
The heat treatment furnace, according to our findings, is designed to create a controlled environment for heating and cooling various materials, ensuring optimal strength, durability, and performance. It can handle a wide range of materials, from steel to alloy, while adhering to the highest safety standards, thus, guaranteeing uniform heat distribution and excellent results.
In parallel, the newly acquired dish heads forming machine caters for the production of large-scale components for various industrial applications. This advanced machine offers unparalleled precision, consistency, and speed in forming dish heads through computer-controlled technology, meeting the stringent requirements of their diverse clientele.
Engineer Wabote’s presence at the event underscored the importance of aligning operations with the vision of the Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board. His contributions to local content development in Nigeria have been instrumental in promoting technological advancement and nurturing the growth of local expertise in the oil and gas industry.
Apart from the commissioning, the event also celebrated the remarkable achievement of reaching two million-man hours without any Lost Time injury (LTI). This accomplishment is a testament to MG Vowgas’ unwavering commitment to safety and its relentless focus on protecting the well being of their workforce. It reflects the diligent efforts of their dedicated team, who have made safety an integral part of the company’s organisational culture.
In conclusion, the commissioning of the heat treatment furnace and dish heads forming machine by MG Vowgas represents a significant leap in their journey towards technical excellence and innovation.
This achievement, coupled with the impressive record of two million-man hours without lost time injury, demonstrates its unwavering commitment to safety and its dedication to advancing the oil and gas industry in Nigeria.
MG Vowgas is poised to continue its trajectory of growth and success, making a significant impact on the industry and the nation as a whole.

Rivers

Fubara Approves Building Admin Block, Hostels, Others For IAUE

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1 day ago

March 5, 2025

The Tide

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the construction of key infrastructural projects in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE).

The Governor, who gave the approval midweek during his maiden visit to the institution, was responding to requests made by the Chairman of the Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of the university, Chief Adokiye Amiesimaka, said his administration will do everything possible to improve the current state of the University.

Addressing the crowd, comprising virtually the entire university community and its host community, after a tour of the Main Campus, the Governor explained that he had come based on the request made by the Governing Council Chairman to provide additional facilities in the school.

Earlier, the Governing Council boss, Amiesimaka, had stressed the need for the Rivers State Government to intervene urgently in critical areas of the institution.

He noted that the achievements and progress recorded by the institution in terms of infrastructural development were mainly those provided by TETFund, though the University is under the control of the Rivers State Government.

He, however, lauded the University’s Acting Vice Chancellor, Professor Okechuku Onuchuku, “for managing the institution very well despite the lack of government presence”.

In his response, the Governor automatically granted the request made for the building of new hostels for both male and female students, a new administrative block, a health center, and a sports complex.

Addressing students of the university, Fubara appealed to them to “use the rare opportunity provided for them to attain sound education”.

He also urged them to ensure that they remain focused and achieve the purpose for which they are in the university.

Sogbeba Dokubo

Rivers

Group Predicts Garden City Status Return For Rivers … Lauds Fubara Over New RIWAMA Boss’ Appointment

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1 day ago

March 5, 2025

The Tide

An environmental health advocacy group in Nigeria, the Community Health and Advocacy Initiative (CHAIN), has said Rivers State will soon return to its Garden City status.

The South-South Project Coordinator of CHAIN, Engr. Sunny Andy Dimkpa, who stated this recently on the sidelines of a two-day workshop themed “Eat, Clean and Live” in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, said this is due to the leadership style and focus of the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara.

“Under the leadership of an astute administrator like Governor Fubara, who possesses extensive field knowledge in community health and the Rivers State environment, meaningful progress can be achieved”, he said.

Dimkpa used the fora to commend the State Governor for responding to the concerns of environmental stakeholders by strengthening waste management operations in the state, particularly with the appointment of Hon. Orukwem Amadi-Opareli as the Managing Director of the Rivers State Waste Management Agency (RIWAMA).

He further praised the Governor for identifying young talents to drive key sectors of his economic reforms, noting that Amadi-Opareli’s leadership at RIWAMA signals the beginning of a transformative era for sanitation in Rivers State.

Describing Amadi-Opareli’s appointment as a clear testament to the Governor’s commitment to ridding Port Harcourt and its environs of filth, the CHAIN boss expressed optimism about the possibility of restoring Port Harcourt to its former Garden City status.

Towards this end, Dimkpa urged the new RIWAMA helmsman to “align the agency’s core mandate with Governor Fubara’s Sectoral Focus on Environment and Sanitation, while taking deliberate steps to engage communities and retraining of sanitation enforcement agents as a means of facilitating the efficient implementation of waste management policies”.

He also advocated for an improved sanitary culture among Rivers State residents, calling for the revival of the state’s monthly sanitation exercise.

Soibi Max-Alalibo

Rivers

Farmers Urge Govt, Corporate Bodies For Support … Wants More Youths In Farming

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1 day ago

March 5, 2025

The Tide

The Association of Farmers and Food Processors in Rivers State has called on government and corporate bodies to do more to support practicing farmers in the state in order to successfully tackle the issue of food scarcity and continuous increase in price.

President of the association, Chisom Dike, who made the call while speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt, said the aim is to make food available for Rivers people.

He said the agricultural sector comprises more of the elderly, adding that there is a need for young people to venture into farm business as it help to increase food production and processing across the State.

“We don’t have enough farmers in Rivers State. Also, there are more of elderly people farming in the agric industry. It is a challenge because we are not producing enough food.

“We need more young people, whether male or female, to invest in farming as it is equally a lucrative business”, he said.

The Association of Farmers further called on the government and relevant bodies to see how the effects of flooding can be managed, knowing that great losses have been recorded over the years due to flooding.

“Most times when these flooding occur we lose a lot of top soil which is a major ingredient for planting. We also lose our livestock and also our animals are exposed to infection due to the floods”, he stated.

Dike also commended the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for his interest in the agricultural industry, and for the commissioning of a Board of Directors to oversee the intended projects.

“We will like to appeal to the Ministry of Agriculture and other corporate bodies to be involved in promoting farming and food processing.

“The basic need of everybody is food, and if we can produce these foods, it will help in reducing crime”, he stated.

According to him, the level of criminal activities will be reduced if the price of commodities decreases across the State.

He also called on the State Government to pally with farmers of the state in order to know what their problems are, adding that Local Government Areas need to be equipped to be able to support farmers as most farming are done at the rural levels.

Iragunima Benice