Niger Delta

Commissioner Hails Community Over Bishop’s House

Published

9 years ago

March 20, 2017

The Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Dr. Austen Tam-George has commended the people of Wakirike for their initiative to build a befitting retirement home for the Bishop, Diocese of Okrika, Rt, Rev. Tubokosemie Abere.
Dr Tam-George, represented by the Director of Publication in the Ministry, Mr. Dango Oruwari, made the commendation while speaking with journalist during the Bishop’s Retirement Home Interactive Session and Luncheon held in Port Harcourt last Thursday.
He expressed delight with the members of the Anglican Communion for such a programme which he said is a work well done, adding that it had brought all sons and daughters of Wakirike together to further foster the much needed unity and brotherhood.
The Commissioner, assured of his commitment to partner with the committee to realize the noble course, stressing that the Bishop’s retirement home is a project every Wakirike indigene should identify with, and further called for all hands to be on deck in ensuring its completion.
In his speech, the chairman of the occasion and former Minister of Transport, Dr Abiye Precious Sekibo described Bishop Abere’s calling as God ordained following his track-records as a serious member of Scripture Union (SU) while at Okirika Grammar School years back, saying that, he is one of the Levi’s of our time.
Sekibo, a former secretary to the Rivers State Government appealed to the people to support the project and further enjoined all Okirikans to be involved.
In his exhortation, Venerable Precious Papamie Nyanaboibi, who took his text from the book of Exodus 35 Verse 22, titled, “collaborating with God through giving,” charged the committee members to work according to specification and deliver the project in good time.
In his address, the chairman of the committee, Chief Nemi Adoki said, the building of a retirement home for Bishop Abere as constitutionally required by the church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion is a new road map for posterity which attests the call for all to come together and build a home to the glory of the Most High God”.
Other dignitaries that graced the occasion include the Amanyanabo of Ogu Kingdom, His majesty, King Nicholas Dickson Ibiebele Nimenibo, Loko IX, the Amanyanbabo of Abuloma, His Royal Majesty, King Bright Fiboinumama, the Commissioner for water Resources, Chief Ibibia Walter, a former Managing Director, Oil and Gas Free Zone, Onne, Hon Victor Alabo, a business Mogul, Atamuno Ajumbo Atamuno, and the chancellor, Diocese of Okirika, Hon Justice Sika Aprioku, among others.

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

Published

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

Published

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

Published

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.