Niger Delta

A’Ibom Earmarks N289m For Army Barracks Renovation

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12 years ago

April 15, 2013

A total of N289 million has been approved by AkwaIbom Government for the renovation of dilapidated buildings at Six Infantry Battalion, Nigerian Army, Ibagwa in Abak Local Government Area of the state.

Governor GodswillAkpabio who stated this on Friday during the 2013 Shooting Range Classification Exercise at 6 Infantry Battalion, Nigerian Army, Ibagwa, lamented the state of structural dilapidation in the barracks, and directed Commissioner for Housing and Urban Renewal to commence renovation of some dilapidated buildings in the place.

Akpabio stated that: “I had already approved N289 million for some renovations to be done in the barrack. I hereby direct the state Commissioner for Housing and Urban Renewal to immediately embark on renovation of some buildings in the army barracks, rehabilitation of the volleyball pitch as well as building of a sports and games hall to be named after the immediate past Commanding Officer, of the barracks, Lt. Col Owoicho Jumbo Ochigbo, who lost his life in the Dana Airline crash last year”.

He assured the army that the state government would always partner with them, and also thanked them for the sacrifices they had made for the country and for maintaining peace and security in the state.

The Governor, who lauded the Commander of the barracks for his integrity in building and completing two building blocks in the barracks sponsored by the state government, commended the soldiers for the sufferings they pass through to keep Nigeria one.

“I am delighted to be part of your shooting competition. I never bargained to win but it indicated that even within five minutes, a good student would always be a good student”, he opined that emerging the winner of the exercise, firing at target 18 of 20 rounds.

The Commander, 13 Amphibious Brigade, Nigerian Army, Calabar, Brigadier-General Okwudili Azinta said during the exercise, families from different states are assembled to perform traditional plays, and commended the Governor for turning the barrack into another local government area.

Brigadier Azinta, who harped on the nexus between security and development, noted that the Governor has laid the foundation for security in the state through the provision of enduring infrastructure.

While assuring Governor Akpabio of their unalloyed co-operation, he pledged their readiness to continue to defend democracy because of its dividends to the people.

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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1 week 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.

Niger Delta

Police Nab Suspected Illicit Drugs Dealer In Delta

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1 week 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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1 week 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.