Rivers

Omoku Police To Auction Exhibits

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16 years ago

November 6, 2009

The Omoku Divisional Headquarters of the Rivers State Police Command has disclosed plans to auction abandoned exhibits at the Omoku Police Station.
In a statement made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt, the police said items to be auctioned include two DAF Tankers, one with registration number XA 211 GBB and a number of motorcycles.
The statement was signed by the police Exhibit Keeper at the Omoku Police Division, Cpl Okikere David.

Rivers

KALCCIMA Inaugurates New Executive Council … Pledges Renewed Drive For Kalabari Economic Growth

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47 seconds ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

The Kalabari Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KALCCIMA) has formally inaugurated its new Executive Council (Exco) in a ceremony marked by optimism, strong institutional backing, and renewed commitment to economic development in Kalabari land.

Inaugurating the new Executive, the National Deputy President of the National Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Dr. Emi Membere-Otaji, charged the new leadership to position KALCCIMA as a catalyst for inclusive growth, enterprise development, and strategic engagement with government and the private sector.

The newly inaugurated officers of KALCCIMA are: Elder Monima Daminabo (President); Amb. Clement Akanibo (First Deputy President); Boma Kaladokubo (Second Deputy President); Harry Awolayeofori Macmorrison (Executive Secretary/Director-General); and Faaye Franklin (Treasurer).

Others are: Engr. Robinson Success (Financial Secretary); Ibiba Don-Pedro (Public Relations Officer); Princess Nancy Boma Princewill (Organising Secretary); Barr. Idaoyibo Fortune Igbikikuno (Legal Adviser); and Abiye George, who emerges as the Welfare Officer.

In his keynote address, Dr. Membere-Otaji congratulated the Exco and emphasized the strategic importance of a vibrant local chamber to regional and national economic growth.

He urged the leadership to align KALCCIMA’s programmes with NACCIMA’s national vision, stressing professionalism, transparency, and innovation in advancing commerce, mining, agriculture, and small and medium-scale enterprises in Kalabari.

“The Chamber must become a rallying point for entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. Kalabari has immense economic potential, and KALCCIMA must provide the structure and leadership to unlock it”, he said.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Pastor Prince Billy Harry, charged the Exco to lead with integrity, unity, and purpose.

He encouraged them to move beyond ceremonial roles and focus on tangible outcomes that would uplift Kalabari communities, empower youth and women, and attract sustainable investments.

In his acceptance remarks, Elder Monima Daminabo, President of KALCCIMA, expressed gratitude to NACCIMA, the Board of Trustees, and stakeholders for their confidence in the new leadership.

He assured members that the Exco would prioritize stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and partnerships aimed at stimulating trade, supporting local industries, and promoting agricultural and maritime opportunities unique to the Kalabari axis.

Highlight of the occasion was presentation of goodwill messages by notable professionals and stakeholders, including Arc. Eniye Braide, Arc. Danny Sokari George, and Ebianga Bestmann, all of whom commended the inauguration and expressed confidence in the capacity of the new Exco to reposition KALCCIMA as a strong voice for economic advocacy and development.

They urged the chamber to leverage Kalabari’s strategic location, cultural heritage, and human capital to foster entrepreneurship, attract investments, and contribute meaningfully to the economic prosperity of Rivers State and Nigeria at large.

The inauguration ceremony ended on a note of collective resolve, with stakeholders expressing hope that the new leadership would usher in a new era of relevance, impact, and sustainable development for KALCCIMA and the entire Kalabari nation.

Rivers

Rivers Police Commissioner Condemns Vigilante Group Over Aluu Attack

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53 seconds ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Olugbenga A. Adepoju, has condemned the actions of the vigilante operatives involved in the recent gun attack on residents of Unity Estate at Aluu in Ikwerre Local Government Area.

A statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, in Port Harcourt, said the Rivers Police Commissioner noted that no group was permitted to take the law into its own hands irrespective of their claims.

The Police Command, through the statement, reassured residents of the State of their safety.

“Members of the public are advised to provide credible information that could lead to the arrest of the fleeing suspects. Efforts are on to bring all those involved to justice”, it said.

Meanwhile, normalcy was said to have returned to the area following the arrest of 12 suspects linked to the attack.

The assault occurred in broad daylight on January 5, 2025, when armed men stormed the Mbodo–Aluu estate, firing shots indiscriminately and unleashing fear across the once-peaceful neighbourhood.

According to Police findings, the attackers were suspected members of a vigilante group, the Onelga Peace And Advisory Committee popularly known as OSPAC from parts of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.

The Police report said the attack was allegedly supported by some hired thugs brought in to reinforce the operation.

Witnesses said the assailants were armed with Pump-Action guns, cutlasses and other dangerous weapons.

The Police noted that the coordinated attack resulted in the destruction of sections of the estate, with several vehicles vandalised in what residents described as a calculated show of force.

One of the victims was shot in the leg during the attack and was abducted subsequently by the gunmen.

Swift police action followed a distress call, with operatives from the Choba Division racing to the scene and receiving reinforcement from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the Octopus Tactical Teams.

The combined operation led to the successful rescue of the abducted victim, who was immediately rushed to a medical facility where he is currently receiving treatment.

Exhibits recovered include one automatic Pump-Action gun, a live cartridge, expanded shells, assorted charms, five motorcycles, two mini-buses and a Siena van allegedly used during the operation.

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Rivers

Group Distributes Food, Others To 6,000 Vulnerable Families In Rivers

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January 9, 2026

The Tide

About 6,000 families on Monday received food and other household supplies to ease the financial burden on parents and guardians in the new year.

The Chancellor of De Chaplain Club of Opobo, Mr. Victor Fubara, presented the items to the residents of Opobo Kingdom in Rivers State during the third edition of the Opobo International Charity Day celebration.

The donated items included bags of rice, cartons of noodles, clothing, shoes, exercise books, medical eyeglasses, sanitary pads and other educational materials.

In addition, scholarships were awarded to ten students to pursue degree programmes in tertiary institutions across the country.

Fubara stated that aside the distribution of palliatives, free medical outreach services were provided to residents of Opobo Main Town, Queens Town, as well as Kalabiama and Epelema communities.

“The exercise was supported by the Opobo Foundation USA (OFUSA) and 25 other different foundations and organisations.

“This initiative is inspired by our commitment to providing humanitarian services to the less privileged in society, especially children and the elderly”, he said.

He explained that the exercise was a way of giving back to the people and communities in which they were raised.

“This distribution was facilitated by sons and daughters of Opobo Kingdom who came together to explore ways of reducing poverty and suffering among our people.

“When we extend a hand of kindness, we build a stronger and more compassionate community”, Fubara stated.

One of the beneficiaries, Mr. Godfrey Diri, expressed gratitude to the organiser for the free medical services and household items.

He explained that 2025 had been a very challenging year for his family, particularly in meeting the cost of feeding, schooling and healthcare.

“I am very happy about the free medical services, because previously many of us could not afford to visit healthcare facilities to check our health status.

“We are delighted that we were able to diagnose and receive treatment of our ailments”, he said.

Speaking on behalf of other beneficiaries, Ikpodiri Sobere, thanked OFUSA for awarding scholarships to enable them to pursue degree programmes in tertiary institutions.

The Tide’s source reports that other participating organisations included the Amore Helping Hands Initiative, Amazon Ladies for SIM, Golden Ladies of Opobo Kingdom, Southern Patriot Initiative and First Care-Evangel Initiative.