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Bomb Explosion: Ebebi Alleges Official Conspiracy…As Police Begin Investigations

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Tension is brewing in Bayelsa State as the State Police Command begin investigation into the circumstances surrounding  the bomb explosion near the private home of the state deputy governor along INEC Road, Kpasia in the state capital..

Since the incident which occurred last Sunday  evening,  people have been very apprehensive as barely 24 hours later another filled explosive was discovered inside the premises of Latik Hotel owned by the wife of the deputy governor.

As the feud between the two top Bayelsa State officials get dirtier, ordinary citizens of the state  are worried about its end result.

The latest car bomb, a Mazda 626 model with registration number, Imo AG 198 TTK discovered by state anti-bomb squad was later towed to the Police headquarters for investigations.

As at press time, no group has claimed responsibility for the act.

Speaking to journalists over the incident, the deputy governor pointed an accusing finger to government circle.

Ebebi who addressed   newsmen at about 6.30pm on Monday asked the police to tell the world how they got the information that a car containing bomb was parked inside his wife’s hotel and went straight to the very car without searching any other one.

Ebebi said, his boss, Chief Timipre Sylva, the State Commissioner of Police, Onuoha Udenka, and the governor’s security adviser, Richard Kpodor should tell the truth as he had seen Kpodor, snooping around the hotel earlier in the day.

The embattled deputy governor took time to debunk allegations that he sponsored the Abuja protest against the governor “saying I was not part of the protest”. He advised Sylva to leave him alone as he has no power to do him any harm.

Meanwhile, the Action Congress in Bayelsa State has advised both Sylva and Ebebi to tow the part of honour and resign their positions which the party said they are holding in trust for the people of the state.

In a statement signed by its chairman, Mr Miriki Ebikibina, the party said the “increasing attack on defenceless serving youth corpers in the  state call for concern”.

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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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