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Bayelsa, Delta NYSC Lose Eight Members, Discipline 37

Published

13 years ago

June 21, 2012

The National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Bayelsa State, lost three members to death due to illness, while 12 were slammed with extension as a result of truancy and acts of indiscipline during the 2011 Batch service year in the state.

The names of the dead corps members were giving as Patricia Ameh, Obeagu Solomon,and Kagbara Samuelson while the names of those who were disciplined were not disclosed.

State Co-ordinator of the NYSC in the State, Mr Abdulrasheed Abiodun who disclosed this in Yenagoa, at the passing out ceremony of the 2011 Batch”B” corps members ,lauded the out-gone members for their various contributions to the general development of their host communities.

Abiodun said that in as much as management appreciate their patriotic zeal to serve their father land, they should try much harder to contribute positive wherever they found themselves in course of developing the country.

The state coordinator urged successful corp. members to be good ambassadors of the scheme and make good use of the various entrepreneurial and self-help skills acquired during the service year to build a sustainable venture.

Abiodun said a total of 2,013 corps members who being disengaged, distinguished themselves in their various primary assignments in their host communities.

He urged not to betray the expectations of their parents who had invested so many resources to educate them, hence they should work hard in their future endeavors to support their families.

In a related development, the National Youth Service Corps in Delta State said that five of its corps members, who served in the 2011 Batch ‘B’ died during the service year.

The state Coordinator of the scheme, Mrs. Vivian Omeruo, disclosed this on Thursday in Asaba at the passing out parade of 2011 Batch B corps members.

She, however, said that their deaths, which occurred “through various unfortunate circumstances, were heroic as they died in active service.”

Omeruo also said that 25 corps members were penciled down for various sanctions ranging from repeat of service to extension of service for various in disciplinary conducts.

She said that out the 25 corps members, nine, who absconded, would repeat the service year.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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2 weeks ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

The Commissioner of Police in Edo State, Mr. Monday Agbonika, has vowed to hunt down and bring to justice those behind the killing of eight NSCDC operatives in the State.

Agbonika gave the assurance on Tuesday during an on-the-spot assessment of the attack scene, which also involved the abduction of a Chinese national.

Describing the incident as “a dastardly act that will not go unpunished”, the Commissioner expressed condolences to the Edo State Command of the NSCDC.

He paid tribute to the fallen operatives, describing them as “gallant personnel who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty.”

“We stand in solidarity with the NSCDC in this grief. Their sacrifice will not be in vain, and Edo people should expect justice”, Agbonika said.

In a separate meeting with Chinese community members at BUA Cement, Okpella, the police chief assured that efforts were ongoing to rescue the abducted expatriate alive.

“Our men are on the ground, and operations have been intensified. We are determined to rescue the kidnapped victim and prevent further incidents in the area”, he said.

Agbonika appealed for calm among residents, urging cooperation through timely and credible intelligence to aid ongoing security operations.

“Security is a collective responsibility. We call on residents to support us with information. Together, we will defeat criminals threatening Edo’s peace”, he added.

He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and properties, stressing that it would not relent until the attackers were arrested and justice delivered.

The Tide’s source reports that the Okpella attack occurred on Friday.

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Police Nab Suspected Illicit Drugs Dealer In Delta

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2 weeks ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

The Police Command in Delta State has arrested a suspected female illicit drugs dealer in Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state.

The command’s Spokesman, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Warri on Wednesday.

Edafe said the suspect was nabbed alongside her three apprentices on August 29 by the police operatives attached to the Ughelli Area Command.

He said the operatives carried out the raid following credible information on the activities of some individuals that indulged in the sale of illicit drugs within Afisere/Ughelli town.

“The operatives trailed and arrested a drug baron who operates a chemist store in Afisere Community alongside three of her apprentices.

“The suspect led the operatives to her house at Afisere and a search warrant was executed.

“Exhibits recovered from the suspects included: 355 bottles of CSC codeine, 57 rolls of 50MG tramadol capsules, 335 rolls of 100mg tramadol capsules.

“Others were: 33 rolls of 200mg super royal, seven backwoods, 540 sachets of swinol capsules and 16 cups of Canadian liquid cannabis”, he said.

The police spokesman said investigation further revealed that the suspect was a major dealer in illicit drugs in Ughelli and its environs.

Edafe added that investigation in the matter was ongoing.

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C’River Assembly extends Bekwarra LG Chairman’s Suspension By 3 Months

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2 weeks ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

The Cross River State House of Assembly has extended the suspension of the Bekwarra Council Chairman, Ms. Theresa Ushie, to 90 days.

Speaker of the Assembly, Mr. Elvert Ayambem, made the remark on Wednesday during plenary.

The Tide’s source recalls that Ushie was suspended on June 10 for three months on allegations of corruption, misconduct and abuse of power.

The suspension followed a petition from the Bekwarra Local Government Legislative Council, signed by eight of its members, who also attempted to impeach her.

Ayambem explained that the extension was to allow the House Committee on Judiciary, Public Service Matters, Public Petitions and Conflict Resolution more time to investigate the petition written against the chairman by the Bekwarra Legislature.

The House had earlier deliberated on a motion calling for the extension of the office of the LGA Acting Chairman, Mr. Egbung Obama, before agreeing to extend Ushie’s suspension.

In his remarks, Chairman of the Investigative Committee and member, representing Abi State Constituency, Mr. Davies Etta, said the committee needed more time to carry out a thorough investigation.

Ushie was elected as Bekwarra Local Government Council Chairman and sworn-in in November 2024.