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MOSIEND Hails Former NNPCL Executive Vice President

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2 years ago

February 21, 2024

The foremost Niger Delta mass mobilisation organisation, the movement for the Survival Of Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND) has described Sir Adokiye Tombomieye as a detribalised leader and a philanthropist of uncommon degree in Niger Delta region MOSIEND also hailed the Niger Delta former Vice President, Upstream Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited NNPCL as he marks his 60th birthday in Port Harcourt.
President General, MOSIEND, Dr. Kennedy Tonjo West said the celebrant had touched the lives of thousands of youths across Nigeria.
Described as a great character, father, an influential and a peace maker, MOSIEND said Tombomieye had transformed the lives of thousands of youths across the country by empowering them positively and seeing them through their various careers and dreams.
MOSIEND in a statement signed by the National President prayed Almighty God to grant the celebrant more longevity on earth as he sojourns in all affairs of humanity on earth.
“On behalf of the leadership and teeming members of Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND), we join the host of heaven and millions of the global community in celebrating a man of great character and influence, a detribalised Nigerian, an enigma, peacemaker, trailblazer, leader par excellence, compassionate in his work, one with a large heart, philanthropist of unparalleled degree, father to countless many, man of inestimable value, a living legend, Sir Adokiye Tombomieye as he turns 60 today.
The statement also described the celebrant as a philanthropist and father to the less privileged Niger Delta youths and Nigerians at large.
Sir Adokiye Tombomieye who recently retired from the NNPCL getting to the zenith of his career as the Executive Vice President Upstream is one of the few Niger Delta illustrious son with vast connect , friends and associates as the length and breadth of the country. A silent achiever , an unsung hero of some sort. A pillar and a role model to young and upcoming leaders.
MOSIEND leader who described Sir Tombomieye as an Icon and a trailblazer noted that he had given hope to many hopeless youths of the region through his philanthropic ventures.
He noted that Sir Tombomieye’s immense contributions towards the socio economic and institutional advancement of the Niger Delta cannot be over-emphasised. “During his days in NNPCL even as he rose to the Executive President Upstream, NNPCL, he was more accessible than a local government chairman in the Niger Delta region. His office was wide open for everyone with one issue or the other in Abuja, and Adokiye was ready to hear everyone out, solving problems. He is a rare gem, Adokiye lived his life for others. Retired but not tired. Leaders in the region should emulate the sterling qualities of Tombomieye in order to attract development to the region,” he said.

As a leader, the Organization wishes him good health and long life in all his undertakings

The statement urged people of the region to supports and pray for him in all his endeavours as a true leader and a blessing to the region.
We wish him best of luck in his future endeavours.

Chinedu Nwosu

Rivers

Group Urges LGA Chairmen To Prioritise Accountability, People-Centred Governance

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2 days ago

December 22, 2025

The Tide

The Rivers Peace Initiative, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has urged chairmen of the 23 Local Government Areas (LGA) to prioritise accountability and people-oriented governance at the local level.

The Convener of the group, Mr. Obinna Ebogidi, made the remark during the launch of the 5th edition of “The Rivers We Want Town Hall Series” in Port Harcourt.

He said the stakeholders’ meeting was organised by the group in collaboration with Super 93.3FM Port Harcourt and the Centre for Security and Studies, University of Port Harcourt.

Ebogidi explained that the town hall series, with the theme “The First 100 Days of Leadership at the Local Government Level”, aimed to bring stakeholders together to assess progress and challenges in grassroots governance.

He added that the meeting also aimed to promote constructive civic engagement and rebuild trust between leaders and citizens, thereby fostering a culture of accountability and transparency.

“This is to remind our elected LGA chairmen in the state of the need for people-oriented governance in areas such as security, education, healthcare, and infrastructure development, with active participation from citizens”, he said.

He emphasised the importance of ensuring that peace translates into tangible improvements in citizens’ lives.

He said: “Peace is not the finish line. Peace is only meaningful when it reflects in the daily lives of the people.”

Also, the Business Manager of Super 93.3FM Port Harcourt, Dr. Segun Owolabi, commended the Rivers Peace Initiative for organising the town hall series, noting that it provided a platform for citizens to contribute to the development of the state.

Owolabi said Super 93.3FM and the Rivers Peace Initiative shared a vision of making a positive impact in the community and contributing to the growth and development of Rivers State.

He stressed the importance of citizen engagement and urged local government chairpersons to take note of the concerns and suggestions raised during the town hall series.

“The people have spoken, and they know what they want. It is now up to the chairpersons to deliver, because history will judge their performance.

“We are committed to giving citizens a voice; we want every Rivers person to have a say in the kind of leadership and state they want”, Owolabi said.

In his response, Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, Dr. Gift Worlu, emphasised the need for local governments to prioritise financial prudence and explore internal revenue sources.

Worlu noted the importance of motivating teams and providing visionary leadership as essential drivers of development.

He identified real estate, markets, and technology as potential areas for revenue growth, urging local government chairmen to tap into these opportunities to augment federal allocations in the state.

The Chairman noted that most local governments in Nigeria lacked savings, stressing the need for financial discipline at all levels of government.

He advised other LGA chairmen to adopt a personal approach to saving by setting aside a portion of funds each month to ensure financial stability and security.

“This calls for a shift in mindset, one that focuses on sustainable revenue generation and responsible financial management to drive development and growth in the state”, Worlu said.

By: Theresa Frederick & Charity Amiso

Rivers

Health Commissioner Gets Royal Accolade Over 2025 JAR Leadership

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2 days ago

December 22, 2025

The Tide

The Eze Oha Evo III of Evo Kingdom, Nyerisi Eli Woji (Eze Woji XII), His Majesty, King Prof. Leslie N. Eke, JP, Eze Gbakagbaka, has applauded the Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Chidinma Oreh, for what he described as “consistent and result-driven contributions” toward advancing the State’s health sector.

He stated this recently during Rivers State’s presentation at the 2025 Nigeria Health Sector-Wide Joint Annual Review (JAR) held in Port Harcourt.

Eze Eke, who is the Chairman, Supreme Forum of Ikwerre Government-Recognized Traditional Rulers, said the Commissioner’s commitment to service continues to place Rivers State among the nation’s leading performers in the ongoing health-sector reforms.

The Evo apex monarch noted that this year’s JAR, convened under the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII), offered states the opportunity to showcase progress under the theme, “All Hands, One Mission: Bringing Nigeria’s Health Sector to Light.”

King Eke noted that under Dr. Oreh’s leadership, Rivers State has strategically aligned with the national reform agenda strengthening primary health care, expanding health-insurance coverage, and improving service delivery across local communities.

He commended the state-level gains presented during the review, including Rivers State’s steady improvements in maternal and child-health outcomes, wider PHC utilisation, and stronger performance across key health-sector indicators, all reflecting the Commissioner’s results-oriented approach.

According to him, the remarkable growth of the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP), with its consistently rising enrolment figures across LGAs, demonstrates the Commissioner’s commitment to ensuring that residents have access to affordable and reliable health services.

Eke described Dr. Oreh as “a dependable public servant whose vision and diligence continue to make meaningful impact across communities”, adding that her sustained engagement with traditional institutions has deepened public trust in health interventions.

He further noted the State’s progress in skilled birth attendance, immunisation coverage, antenatal care uptake, and family-planning access, areas in which Rivers State continues to show strong alignment with national targets.

According to him, the Commissioner’s work in revitalising primary health-care centres and expanding community-level utilisation would not have been possible without the support of the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, who he described as God-sent.

He continued that the nationwide rise in PHC utilisation is also reflected in Rivers State, where revitalised PHC centres are recording significantly improved attendance and service access across communities.

The traditional ruler praised the Commissioner for effectively coordinating the deployment of community-based health workers and ensuring that Rivers State is fully positioned to benefit from ongoing high-impact health projects under the national framework.

“We need stakeholders, partners, and government agencies to sustain their support for the Ministry of Health. Continued investment, transparency, and accountability are essential for preserving and expanding the gains already achieved”, he said.

He also expressed optimism that with Dr. Oreh’s consistency and Rivers State’s alignment with broader national health reforms, the State is well on course to becoming a model of excellence in healthcare delivery, delivering benefits to residents across both rural and urban areas.

By: King Onunwor

Rivers

Perm Sec Tasks Engineers On projects Delivery

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2 days ago

December 22, 2025

The Tide

Permanent Secretary, Rivers State Ministry of Works, Dr. Austin Ezekiel Hart, has solicited the support of Engineers in the Ministry towards the delivery of quality projects to the people.

He said this recently while declaring closed a three-day capacity building workshop organized by the ministry of works in conjunction with Chattel Associates for Engineers in the Ministry of Works in Port Harcourt.

While absolving Engineers of blame from some lapses observed in some roads in the state, he charged them to put the knowledge acquired during the three days workshop to use by ensuring quality and better supervision of government projects in the state.

Meanwhile, some facilitators at the workshop have called for regular integrity and structural tests on government projects in the state.

One of the facilitators, Engr. Clifford Njah, who spoke to The Tide at the workshop, blamed some structural failures on projects on lack of integrity tests.

“I think it’s a good one for Engineers in the society. Today I can see different challenges that are facing Engineers in our system and most of these issues have been addressed in the seminar”, he stated.

He listed some of the challenges as structural failures, high waste and shore protection, adding that “these are things that are actually impacting on the society.”

Njah said the solution lies on “constant integrity tests and site investigation. Most engineering facilities today do not meet the criteria of soil testing, every structure must pass through rudimentary test”, he said.

Also speaking, Engr, Levy Ugba of Chattel Associates said the workshop has met its desired objective of impacting knowledge on participants.

“I think we have achieved our aim of impacting knowledge”, he said, stressing that with these workshop, Engineers in the Ministry are better equipped to handle whatever they see on project sites.

On their part, some of the participants, including Engrs. Richard Ogbamgba, Quinn John Jaja, Nwachukwu Ibiene Pepple, thanked the state government for the workshop, adding that it has taken them back to their academic cycles.

They said the event has provided a platform for them to come together to express their challenges as well as update their knowledge with the new Engineering Code and measures to adopt, especially in foundational design.

They also requested for a more befitting laboratory in the ministry with a view to enabling them embark on regular researches and testing.

The participants said more of such workshop should be held for them regularly.

By; John Bibor