Connect with us

Niger Delta

A’Ibom Indigenes Dominate Bakassi – Gov

Published

13 years ago

on

Chief Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom State has said that 80 per cent of the residents of Bakassi Peninsular, now ceded to Cameroon,are indigenes of the state.

Akpabio said this in Uyo, when the House of Representatives’ Committee on Treaties and Agreements led by its Chairman, Mr Yakoob Alebiosu, paid him a visit.

He said that the state had been in a difficult situation due to the loss of the Bakassi Peninsular to Cameroon.

He recalled that before the creation of the Bakassi Local Government area in 1995 by the regime of the late Gen. Sani Abacha  the area, as at the 1953 Population Census, was part of the defunct Eket Division now in Akwa Ibom State.

Akpabio noted that the inhabitants of the peninsular used to pay taxes to Eket Division and expressed dissatisfaction that the people of the area were not consulted while the case between Cameroon and Nigeria was pending at the International Court of Justice at the Hague, The Netherlands.

Akpabio advised the lawmakers not to meddle into the recent Supreme Court judgment over the 76 oil wells, noting that in 2005, the apex court had also decided the case in favour of Akwa Ibom.

He, however, reiterated his administration’s readiness to negotiate with Cross River in the interest of brotherhood.

The governor also advocated for the domestication of existing treaties to encourage economic development and peaceful co-existence between Nigeria and its neighbours.

“Since 1914, Nigeria has entered into many treaties. How many of the treaties have been implemented?.

“I think some treaties should be done away with and some brought in to encourage economic development and peaceful co-existence between nations.’’

Earlier, Alebiosu described the committee as a child of necessity as it was created following petitions from different groups.

He said that the committee was on a fact-finding mission, as efforts were being made to re-visit the Bakassi Peninsular Green Tree Agreement.

He alleged that there were issues of breach of agreement which came up after the court had handed over the area to Cameroon.

Alebiosu noted that the committee would support the domestication of some treaties and agreements at the end of its tour.

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

Published

7 days ago

on

September 12, 2025

By

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.
Continue Reading

Niger Delta

Police Nab Suspected Illicit Drugs Dealer In Delta

Published

7 days ago

on

September 12, 2025

By

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.
Continue Reading

Niger Delta

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

Published

7 days ago

on

September 12, 2025

By

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.
Continue Reading

Trending