Niger Delta

A’Ibom Dep Gov Wants NUJ To Fight Quackery

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5 years ago

November 13, 2020

The Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Moses Ekpo, has urged the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State chapter to tackle the problem of quacks in the profession.
Ekpo made the call when the State Chairman of NUJ, Mr Amos Etuk, led the council‘s Committee on Biometric Capturing to the Government House on Wednesday in Uyo.
He commended the council for steps taken to checkmate quacks and advised them to do more to salvage the image of the noble profession.
The deputy governor said that the reputation of the profession in Nigeria had been terribly compromised by quacks for too long.
He enjoined other councils in the country to emulate Akwa Ibom by registering only qualified persons into the profession.
Ekpo urged the union to take the exercise seriously and stop paying lip service to the issue of quackery in the profession.
He said it was imperative to have a compendium of people with the requisite qualification in practice.
“For me, your chapter is blazing the trail and I hope the nation will live up to this.
“It will be easier to look at the biometrics across the country and know who my colleagues are in other parts of Nigeria.
“It’s a great job and I urge you to bring more innovations that would help salvage our name in Nigeria and internationally,” Ekpo said.
The deputy governor said that journalism profession had a huge role to play in nation building and urged sustenance of the ethics and ideals guiding its practice.
us to take our place in national events.
“I always refer to what you said when you came into office, that you will bring innovations that will discourage quackery.
Earlier, Etuk, said the leadership of the Union had opened a registration portal for members who had acquired professional qualifications and expressed appreciation to the deputy governor for his support.
“We have opened the portal for registration of qualified members into the Union again.
“ One of the legacies we have bequeathed to members is to ensure that we drive the vision of upholding the ethics and integrity of this noble profession,” Etuk said.
He said that the registration of the deputy governor as a member of the union would serve as an inspiration for the younger generation to emulate.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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3 days 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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3 days 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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3 days 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.