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Ogoni Sim Vanguard Endorses Yobana For Oct 5 LG Polls  …Raises The Alarm Over Plot To Hijack Structures 

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The Ogoni Sim Vanguard (OSV), Khana chapter, has called the attention of the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, to the activities of detractors and naysayers in Khana Local Government Area, whose interests are not in consonant with the Peoples First mantra of the governor.
The Acting Coordinator of Ogoni Sim Vanguard (OSV), Khana chapter, Comrade Deele Akpobari Bob, and 19 Ward coordinators in the area, raised the alarm, according to a statement signed by Khana Media Team, yesterday.
OSV alleged that mischief makers, in their bid to control the resources of Khana Local Government Area, had resorted to sectionalism as a smokescreen to conceal their ungodly plot to hijack SIMplified structure in Khana.
The movement commended the recent efforts of the CTC Chairman, Hon. (Amb.) Marvin Yobana, in making the scarce resources and appointments evenly distributed across the wards and villages in the local government area.
It, therefore, declared its support for the Yobana-led CTC government for the growth and development of Khana LGA, adding that his leadership will lead to an uncommon transformation of the area in the next few years.
OSV said, “While no part of Khana has been foreclosed to aspiring for the chairmanship position, we frown at the bitterness and destabilizing antics conveyed in the activities of these few individuals who have equally sponsored anti-government protests and diatribes.
“Recall that the rather scarce development of Khana has been one-sided in the past few years. We, therefore, commend the recent effort of the current CTC Chairman, Hon. (Amb.) Marvin Yobana, in making it widespread as seen in his leadership style in Khana where his projects and initiatives are not one-sided; even his appointments/empowerment are evenly distributed across the wards and villages.
“We are confident that given enough time, the trajectory of the current leadership of Khana Local Government Council would lead to an uncommon transformation of Khana and by extension multiply the SIMplified followership in tens of folds.
“We, therefore, declare our unflinching support for the Marvin Yobana-led CTC government for the growth and development of Khana LGA. We hope to continue to see him at the helms of affairs at Council in the next few years.
“We also call on all well-meaning individuals and patriots from Khana to give their unwavering support to the leadership of His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara in the State and Amb. Marvin Yobana in the LGA.”

 

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CAN Tasks Christians On Support For Fubara

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Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rivers State Chapter, Most Rev. Dokiboeriya Bray Kaladokubo, has called on the Christian community in Rivers State to the support the administration of Governor Siminalaye Fubara in prayers.
The CAN Chairman said this in an interview with newsmen at Elderly Home,  Harbour Road, Port Harcourt, during the distribution of bags of rice donated by the Governor for the Association to some charity homes in Port Harcourt and Obio Akpor Local Government Areas.
Most Rev. Kaladokubo, who also sued for peace among the political class in Rivers State, said the bags of rice were given by Governor Fubara to the Association for distribution to the Christian community, but the Association decided to send some of the bags to charity homes.
“Today we are here at the home for the elderly and other homes to support them with a gift from the performing Governor of the state.
“He gave some rice to share to the Christians and we decided that there are others who needed this rice, so we decided to give out a good number to the elderly and that is why we are here.
“We have shared it to five other homes and this is the last home we are coming”, he said.
Commending Governor Fubara for the gesture, the CAN boss said it was the first time in many years that CAN and other religious groups are receiving such gesture from the government.
He said the prayers of the Christians are needed to enable Governor Fubara’s administration succeed.
“We thank the Governor for his magnanimity, and we pray that God will continue to be with him. As Christians, we are with him, we are working for him and we are praying for him to succeed”, he said.
He also stressed the need for the government to look into the plights of some of the inmates of the homes visited, stressing that some of them need conducive environment and financial support.
“The first, second and third homes that we went to, the government needs to come to their aid. The environments are not good, a lot of them have emaciated and they need support financially and food items”, he said.
The Most Rev. also stressed the need for the political class in the state to give peace a chance this year, saying Rivers State will gain nothing from continuous political crisis.
“I’m not a politician, but my advice as a Christian to politicians is for them to take things easy, because all of us are one. Above all, they should  love one another”, he urged.
Some of the homes visited include: Lifetime Caring International Foundation, Woji; Azibaola Charity Foundation; Children Home, Amadi Ama, Port Harcourt; Port Harcourt Cheshire Home; and Elderly Home.
At the Azibaola Charity Foundation Children Home, the matron of the home, Rev. Mary Edoni, commended the Association for the gesture.
She said the 50 bags made available to the home will also be shared to others in need.
Also, at the Port Harcourt Cheshire Home, the leader of the inmates, Jeremiah Victor George, said the inmates need the support of the Governor.
He also pleaded with CAN to intimate the Governor on their poor conditions.
At the Elderly Home, Mrs. Francis Edith thanked the association for including them in the gesture.
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NGO Seeks Better Health For Women, Children

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The Executive Director, Gender and Sustainable Development Forum, Dr. Doris Onyeneke, has hinted of plans by the group to improve women and children health through campaign against violence on women and children.
Expressing regret that the health of   women and children was in great danger as a result of  domestic violence, rape and Child abuse, she urged well-meaning individuals and citizens to join hands to end violence against the girl child.
Dr. Onyeneke said the abuse against women and girls can be defeated if the relevant bodies support the campaign with vigor.
She disclosed that the group had organised sixteen days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) against women.
The reason, she explained, “is that trafficking occur around this vicinity. So we decided to create awareness here.
“Gender-Based Violence, domestic violence, child abuse, and all sort need government support”.
On her part, the President and founder  of Nice Foundation, a non- governmental body that caters for the well-being of the out of school children, Lady Alamieseigha Nice, said her group stand strongly against violence against women and the  girl child.
She stated  that Nice Foundation, with network across Nigeria, throws its weight behind the campaign.
Lady Nice said the group had been in existence for the past 20 years, nothing that it has carried out campaigns against girl child and ensured out of school children are given the right education.
She said the women should be protected and allowed to participate fully in politics
Also, the Managing Director and CEO KOP, Victoria ThankGod Ode, said her group came to give maximum support to the campaign.
Victoria called on everyone to stand against violence against women in the society, and commended the organisers for a well thought out exercise.
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Welfare Ministry Reviews 2024 Milestones … Prioritizes Remodeling Children’s, Elderly Homes 

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Rivers State Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation has reviewed its achievements for 2024, highlighting significant progress in various areas.
The Commissioner, Mr. Ilamu Arugu, who made this known during a retrospective meeting with his management staff in his office in Port-Harcourt, disclosed that the ministry achieved remarkable milestones in 2024.
He also said the Ministry successfully surmounted the challenges faced to make significant advancements, particularly in child welfare and social services generally.
Key accomplishments highlighted by the Commissioner under review include: Tackling Illegal Baby Homes to ensure the safety and well-being of children; Enhancing Public Safety Initiatives by addressing the movement of mentally challenged individuals on major roads in Port-Harcourt, aimed at promoting a safer environment for residents; and improving care facilities by  fumigating and carrying out minor repairs at the Children’s home, to provide comfortable living conditions for residents.
Others are: introduction of a monthly cash prize of N100,000 for the best staff member in the Ministry to boost morale and encourage optimal service delivery; renovation of the Commissioner’s office, which was previously in a deplorable state; installation of two transformers at the Rehabilitation Center in Iriebe and Safe Home in Borikiri to address power issues and  enrollment of children under the ministry’s care into the Rivers State Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) to provide quality healthcare services to them.
“Notably, the Ministry  also initiated a team to ensure accurate and efficient documentation and data management at the homes, further enhancing transparency and accountability”. the Commissioner said.
The Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Commissioner further unveiled the Ministry’s 2025 infrastructure plans, which include: remodeling of the Children’s Home at Borikiri.
He expressed optimism that with Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s approval, the ministry will make significant strides in providing humanitarian services to vulnerable populations in the state, and encouraged staff to take ownership of the upcoming projects.
“The ministry’s 2025 targets also include: establishing a proposed home for the elderly; partnering with relevant NGOs to monitor homes using specialized software in enhancing the management and care of children in orphanages as well as publishing a quarterly newsletter showcasing activities of the ministry.
He commended the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Professor Justina Jumbo, for her invaluable support and administrative efforts that have assisted the ministry’s growth and  equally praised the Directors for their tireless work and dedication, which, according to him, have been instrumental in achieving success in the ministry.
Mr.  Arugu also hailed the Ministry’s media team for showcasing the ministry’s efforts through social media, newspapers, television, and radio stations.
Mr. Arugu emphasized the importance of consistent teamwork amongst  members of staff and urged them to maintain their collaborative spirit for the collective good of the ministry.
On her part, the Permanent Secretary underscored the crucial role of planning, teamwork, and accountability in driving the ministry’s success, urging her colleagues to exert maximum effort in achieving their goals.
The ministry, she said, has established notable collaborations with several organizations such as UNICEF, ActionAid  Nigeria, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria  (IHVN), University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT), and NGOS, including Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON) to enhance its impact.
The Permanent Secretary also highlighted the need for specialized training for casual staff to handle vulnerable groups, given the ministry’s manpower shortage.
While praising the Commissioner’s leadership, the Permanent Secretary noted her willingness to tolerate mistakes and support staff growth for the new year.
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