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Oborevwori threatens to sanction erring public officials
Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has threatened to sanction any public official whose conduct is established to be at variance with the administration’s vision and mandate.
Governor Oborevwori handed down the warning at the swearing-in/inauguration of Chairmen and members of some Commissions and Boards in Asaba.
He said, “Today, we continue the process of assembling a winning team for the advancement of our dear state under the MORE agenda.
“The men and women that have just been sworn in are persons of proven track record of performance who will bring their wealth of knowledge, experience, expertise and wisdom to bear on the running of the government.
“It is a call to servant-leadership. A servant-leader focuses on identifying and meeting the needs of others, protecting their rights, and being a good example to them.
“These are the qualities expected of you. When a leader transparently and faithfully serves the needs of others or the organization, he will not only get the best out of people, he will also earn their respect and admiration. The interest and wellbeing of the people is paramount.
“Furthermore, when service is the focus of leadership, it does not matter who gets the credit or whether you are recognized or not. You are happy as long as the common good is served and the people are uplifted.”
He warned, “Let me make it clear that this administration will not fail to sanction any public official who is found wanting in the discharge of his duties or whose conduct is found to be at variance with our vision and mandate.”
The governor said the admonitions equally apply to the Chairmen and members of the boards inaugurated, including Delta State Waste Management Board, with Mr. Matthew Mofe Edema as Chairman and Ethe Enifome Juliet as member.
Three people have died and more than 10,000 hectares of rice farms have been destroyed following a severe flood in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State.
The flood, believed to have resulted from the release of water from the Jebba hydroelectric power dam, has wreaked havoc on several farming communities, washing away crops ready for harvest.
Abdulrahman Abdulkadir Wuya-Kede, President of the Kede Youth Development Association, said his three-hectare rice farm was among those affected.
“All the farms were ready for harvest. Some had even started harvesting when the flood struck. We don’t understand why the water was released without proper communication with the communities,” he said.
Another victim, Abubakar Ndako, described the incident as catastrophic, urging the authorities to intervene urgently.
“Lives, capital and hard-earned investments have been lost-most of which cannot be recovered. Farmers from across the country-Kebbi, Sokoto, Kano, Maiduguri-had migrated here for dry-season farming. Now, many are left hopeless,” he said.
The communities had resorted to dry-season irrigation farming after suffering similar flooding during the last rainy season.
Confirming the incident, Dr Ibrahim Audu Hussaini, Director of Information and Special Duties at the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) said the three deaths occurred when a canoe capsized while attempting to cross a flooded river.
He said the agency is still assessing the full extent of damage to homes and farmlands.
The Vatican city has announced the death of Pope Francis .
The first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died at the age of 88 on Monday.
He had suffered various ailments in his 12 year papacy, with severe complications in recent weeks.
Details shortly…
Rivers State Administrator, Retired Vice-Admiral Ibok Ibas marked Easter on Sunday with a worship service at the Chapel of Everlasting Grace, Government House, Port Harcourt.
Ibas was accompanied by his wife, Dr. Theresa, their children, and key state officials including the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, and his family.
A statement signed by the SSA media, Hector Igbikiowubo, said the administrator joined worshippers in a service filled with uplifting hymns and prayers for peace in Rivers State and the country.
Chaplain Pastor Barasin Ogan delivered a message, reminding the congregation of the transformative power of Christ and assuring them of divine justification, deliverance, healing, and righteousness through faith.
Special prayers were offered for President Bola Tinubu, Administrator Ibas, and the continued progress of Rivers State, reinforcing unity and faith as the foundation for a brighter future.
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