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Multi-Net Introduces Scheme For N’Delta Graduates

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In pursuance of its corporate and social responsibilities to the society, the Multi-Net Systems, a communication company based in Port Harcourt, has introduced new job opportunities in the telecommunication industry that would help provide an alternative employment opportunities for unemployed graduates across the Niger Delta region.

Introducing the package at the commissioning of the Multi-Net and MTN Partnership Experience Centre in Port Harcourt at the Weekend, the Chairman and Chief  Executive of Multi-Net Systems Communication, Chief Uzoma Obiyo said the company introduced the multi net experience centre to empower unemployed graduates in the state, and indeed the Niger Delta region.

Chief Obiyo stated that the centre would serve as a training centre in the ICT world adding that the centre would be used as a pilot centre by both federal and state governments to provide alternative job opportunities for its teeming unemployed graduates.   

 He stated that  the company would work in partnership with both federal and state governments to ensure that the objectives of the programme is realised and urged the state governments especially, the Niger Delta state governments to sieze the opportunity provided by the scheme to curb the problem of unemployment in their various states

The Multi-Net Systems boss assured users of the Experience Centre of better and effective service at all time and sued for public patronage of the centre.

In his opening address, MTN Senior Sales Manager, East, Mr Innocent Entonu, congratulated the company for being the first among all other MTN partners to introduce the Experience Centre and described the Multi-Net Systems as a trail blaser in the telecommunication industry in the country.

Entonu assured that the centre would serve humanity and give internet users the opportunity to enjoy their webs as well as ask questions and get solutions when in difficulty with their internet systems.

Also speaking at the occasion, MTN Electronic Channel Manager, Mr John Anyafulu said the Experience Center will serve the people of South-South region and provide the needed manpower training in the information communication Technology sector.

In his own speech, the general manager, Multi-Net Systems, Mr Ajayi James said the opening of the Experience Centre was in line with the mission statement of company. 

According to him, the mission statement of the company is to make a difference as a Nigerian company, helping to bridge the information technology and telecommunication gap with a great deal of expertise.

The occasion was climaxed by the official opening of the centre and the exhibitions of some of the company’s products.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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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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