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AIG Tasks Stakeholders On Crime Fighting, Prevention

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Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Zone 16, Yenagoa, Mr Austin Agbonlahor, has stressed the need for collaboration of all stakeholders in fighting and prevention of crime and criminality.
He stated this while playing host to executives and members of the Travel Writers Corps of the Bayelsa State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, during the group’s formal courtesy call on him in Yenagoa.
“Safe environment is needed for tourism and tourists in the Niger Delta region. Effort is needed from all stakeholders to give meaningful attention to security and crime prevention”, he said.
Mr Agbonlahor, added that effective and responsible crime prevention enhances the quality of life of all citizens, with long-term benefits in terms of reducing the costs associated with the formal criminal justice system, as well as other social costs that may result from crime.
According to the police boss, crime can have a very negative impact on tourism promotion, saying there is urgent need for synergy on the part of all stakeholders, including the security community, policy makers and the private sector to collaborate and come up with crime preventive measures to ensure a safe environment for tourists and all citizens.
Speaking as head of the delegation to the zone, the Travel Writers Corps chairman, Mr Piriye Kirayamo, intimated the AIG of a planned tourism safety and security seminar in Yenagoa by the group.
Reacting, the AIG promised to be available to play his role to further enrich the security architecture of the zone.
It would be recalled that the Nigeria Police in a bid to further make policing nearer to Nigerians recently established additional police formations and zones, including zone 16 which has its headquarters in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Kiyaramo reiterated that it was necessary to ensure the cooperation of all stakeholders involved in the tourism sector, ranging from local government authorities, community leaders, policy makers, the police and other security agencies, including corporate organizations to make the planned event a success.
“The most significant impact of crime on a tourist destination is the negative image of the destination, which may result in reducing tourist appeal and demand for every destination as a result of negative reports about such destinations”, he said.
“The impact of crime on tourism can be seen at two levels: the macro and micro levels. The impact of crime on the macro level refers to its effects on society in general while on the social community or tourist destination, the impact of crime at the micro level have to do with the effects of crime on individuals. The impact of crime on the micro level is evident in the influence on the behaviour and attitudes of tourists, and their decision to visit or revisit a destination where criminal incidents happen”, he added.
Giving her vote of thanks, Vice Chairperson of the Travel Writers’ Corps, Mrs Pauline Onyibe, commended the AIG for his prompt response to the request for the visit, informing him of his nomination as patron of the body.

 

Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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September 12, 2025

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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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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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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.
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