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RSU Alumni Get New Leaders

Published

6 years ago

February 11, 2020

The Rivers State University Alumni Association has elected new leaders to pilot the affairs of the association at the national level for the next three years.
The newly elected officers are Prince Ayanate Kio (National President), Mr Nse Ubong (National Vice President), Hon. Emenike Godwill (National General Secretary), Ven. John Manson (National Assistant General Secretary),and Mrs. Kate Powei (National Financial Secretary).
Others are: Dr. Emenike Amadi (National Treasurer), Mr. Emenike Nelson (National Social/Welfare Secretary), Mr. Sese Tupere (National Organizing Secretary), Mr Krukrubo Morgan (National Public Relations Officer), Barr Ogbomah ThankGod (National Legal Adviser), Obabuike Nkpurukwe (National Auditor 1), Hua Daniel (National Auditor 2) and Lady Perekebina Kimia Berezi was elected representative to the council, while Amb Israel Egbunefu was elected as ex-officio
Inaugurating the National Executive Council last Saturday, during the National Convention held at the Amphitheatre of the Rivers State University, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Chairman of the National Convention Electoral Committee, Prof. Gladson Nwokah charged them to work as a team and uphold the Constitution of the Association.
Also speaking, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Opuenebo Binya Owei, commended the Association for the number of projects done in the University, calling on the new leaders to reach out to other graduates of the University as to increase the numerical strength of the alumni association.
In his own speech, the Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Franklin Nlerum said the theme of the convention which is “Building Sustainable Alumni Membership” was carefully chosen to move the association to the next level.
Nlerum, who is the Provost of the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology, stated that sustainability entailed that leaders should seek for the good of the present and future generations of the association.
He advised members to make themselves available for mentoring of students of the University, adding that their wealth of experience would help to keep the students on the right path in their academic journey.
In his address, the outgone National President, Amb Israel Egbunefu, listed some of the achievements of his tenure, which includes the design of a website, alumni award for best graduating student, full inauguration of the Lagos branch and Set 98/99 and improved working relationship with the management of the university.
In his acceptance speech, the National President, Prince Ayanate Kio, thanked the Prof. Nwokah – led Electoral Committee for conducting a free, fair and transparent election, calling on those who were not successful at the polls to join hands with the executive council to provide effective service to the association.
Prince Kio stated that he would fulfil his manifesto by ensuring that his promise to deliver 12 projects is achieved.
The national convention was well attended by alumni delegates from Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Abuja, Taraba and Lagos States.

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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.

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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.