Rivers

Three Suspects Nabbed For Armed Robbery

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14 years ago

February 4, 2011

Security Operative in Rivers State have arrested three suspects for allegedly strangulating one Samuel Oghenekevbe to death.

The police identified the suspects as Ajibola Onyinola, Olorunniwo Dayo and Olorunniwo Posi. They are said to be undigenes of llaje Ijesha in Osun State, but resident at Eneka, near Port Harcourt.

The hoodlums had reportedly posed as passengers and boarded a Mazda S/W Car with Reg. No Lagos UL891KJA driven by one Samuel Oghenekevbe (now deceased) along Rumuokwurushi road.

The Rivers Police PRO, Dr Rita Inoma Abbey said the hoodlums after boarding the car cleverly used a rope and strangled the driver to death, dumped his corpse by the bush path and zoomed off with the car.

But luck ran out of them on January 13,2011 at about 5.00pm when security operatives swooped on them and rounded them at llesha while making efforts to sell the vehicle.

The police, PRO told newsmen that after serious interrogation the hoodlums confessed to have committed the crime.

Following the confession, the hoodlums were escorted back to Port Harcourt on the 15th of January, 2011 with the recovered vehicle, where they later led the security operatives in Port Harcourt to where the deceased corpse was dumped.

According to her, the corpse has been deposited at the BMH Mortuary, while the state CID is investigating the matter.

She said security is a collective responsibility, and called on members of the public to assist the police with useful information.

Rivers

LG Administrator Seeks FG’s Support For Security, Infrastructure Challenges

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4 mins ago

June 20, 2025

The Tide

The Andoni Local Government Administrator, Surv. Atajit Francis, has called on the Federal Government to provide more support to the area, citing limited resources and insecurity challenges.

He made the plea when he received the Obolo Media Forum, led by its Chairman, Chief Gogo Rufus, who visited him in his office in Ngo Town, the headquarters of the Council.

Francis emphasized that despite the area’s substantial contribution to Nigeria’s economy through oil, it lacks basic infrastructure and federal presence.

He, therefore, urged the group, as media practitioners, to highlight Andoni’s needs, including improved security, infrastructure development, and investment opportunities, to attract federal support and attention.

The ANOLGA boss thanked the group for the visit and promised to support their efforts.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Obolo Media Forum, Chief Gogo Rufus, commended the Andoni Administrator’s initiatives, including engaging sanitation marshals and employing persons from various wards to improve the sanitary conditions of primary schools and communities across the Local Government Area.

He urged him to continue his good work and requested assistance with mobility and also prayed for the Andoni Administrator’s tenure to be extended to ensure continued progress and development.

Rivers

Foundation Tasks Parents, Families In Moral Rectitude

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9 mins ago

June 20, 2025

The Tide

The Men Aglow Charity Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), has tasked parents and families to step up efforts towards moral rectitude in the society.

The foundation, which stated this at its 2025 Run For life Event it organized in Port Harcourt, also blamed the high rate of social vices in the society on lack of family values.

The event with the theme “Youth, Drugs and the Society”, was part of activities to mark the just-concluded World Father’s Day celebration 2025.

It was organized by the foundation in partnership with the Rivers State Ministry of Health, National Drug law Enforcement Agency, Yrido RSUTH, among others.

Chairman of the foundation, Chief Kalada Wilson, said families must be blamed for the high rate of social vices in the society.

He said it was in realization of this that the foundation decided to launch the campaign against the incessant use and abuse of drugs

“As fathers, in commemoration of this year’s international father’s day celebration, we decided to launch this campaign against the incessant use and abuse of drugs and substances among our teeming youth population”, he said.

Wilson described the foundation as a child of necessity born to tackle similar societal, health and fundamental issues challenging most homes today, saying, “brand Run for life is our corporate brand nomenclature that we use to address the societal challenges as we see them appear.”

He also condemned the desperation for quick wealth, asking “what has happened to hard work, integrity and dignity?”, adding that “time has come for both parents and grandparents to teach their children and wards moral values.

“Teach values, wealth is good, but wisdom, character and contentment are better.”

Hr also used the occasion to thank the Rivers State Ministry of Health, Rivers State University Teaching Hospital NDLEA, and Youth Rescue International Development Organization for their support.

Also speaking, Permanent Secretary, Rivers State Ministry of Health, Dr. Mekele Igwe, said time has come for the society to do more to arrest the high rate of social vices.

Dr. Igwe also tasked non-governmental organizations to assist in its campaign towards the eradication of drug abuse in the society, and thanked the group for the event, while urging other non-governmental organizations to emulate it.

In his lecture titled “Drugs Understanding Use, Abuse And The Part To A Drug-Free Society: A Message To The Youth”, the Director, Public Health, Rivers State Ministry of Health, Dr. Ndubuisi Akpuh, advised young people to avoid drugs, saying it reduces their potentials.

“Your potentials are limitless, don’t let drugs limit it”, he said.

He also called for more awareness to reach out to youths, especially those in remote areas.

On her part Dr. Mrs. Iberedem David said families, including the larger societies, have a lot to do to curb the menace of drug abuse.

According to her, the challenges of curbing drug abuse falls squarely on on individuals, families and communities as well as the government.

The event was attended by the representative of the National Drug law Enforcement Agency, school children and others.

Claire Julius & Victory Obilor

Rivers

450 Varsity Admins Undergo Specialised Training On Nigeria’s Higher Education

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1 week ago

June 12, 2025

The Tide

The Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators (ANUPA) has announced the training of 450 members across the country as part of its ongoing efforts to improve administrative standards in Nigerian universities.
Chairman of the ANUPA branch at the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Dr. Don Aalonee, made this known in Port Harcourt, Monday, during a two-day training session for members of the Association.
The theme of the training is, ‘’University Administration: Leveraging Technology and Innovation for Excellence.’’
Aalonee explained that ANUPA organised the training to ensure that administrative officers in the nation’s universities were equipped with up-to-date technological and innovative competencies to enhance their effectiveness.
He expressed confidence that regular capacity building for professional administrators in universities across the country would significantly contribute to the advancement of tertiary education in Nigeria.
“This training is designed to equip members with the relevant knowledge and skills to improve their performance.
“We deliberately selected topics such as Emotional Intelligence, Coaching and Mentorship, Student-Centred Administration, and Collaborative Leadership, in response to the demands of the present times”, he stated.
Other areas of training include Understanding the Role of Administrators in University Governance and Decision-making and Strategies to Sustaining Momentum and Overcoming Resistance to Change.
Aalonee emphasised that many junior administrators in tertiary institutions were yet to fully grasp the workings of the university system due to lack of coaching and mentorship.
“These junior administrators often feel disconnected from the system because their senior counterparts failed to invest in the training of those coming behind them.
“We aim to use this workshop to bridge the gap between the older and younger generations, enabling mentorship that supports mutual growth.
“ANUPA is committed to achieving this, so that when the older generation of administrators retires, they can confidently hand over to capable successors”, he said.
The union Chairman disclosed that about 450 members and delegates from 11 public and private universities were expected to participate in the programme.
He named participating universities to include UNIPORT; Bayero University, Kano; Abubakar Tafawa Belewa University, Bauchi; and Osun State University, Osogbo.
Other participating universities are the Federal University of Technology, Owerri; Bowen University, Osun; and the Nigerian Maritime University, Delta.
Aalonee noted that ANUPA had assembled leading local and international experts to serve as resource persons for the training, including current and former registrars from universities across the country.
The Vice Chancellor of University of Port-Harcourt, Prof. Owunari Georgewill, said “the world is undergoing rapid transformation, requiring workers to adapt to the evolving global landscape”.
He noted that university administration was equally progressing towards digital transformation, artificial intelligence, global interconnectedness, and emerging model teaching, learning and research.
“Therefore, for university administrators to remain relevant and effective, they must cultivate a mindset that embraces technology, continuous innovation, and adaptive leadership”, he said.
Georgewill commended ANUPA for its vital role in advancing professional development of university administrators through strategic training and capacity building initiatives.
The Director of Student Experience at Cranfield University, United Kingdom, Ms. Alison Whaley, delivered a virtual session on coaching and mentorship.
In her presentation, she affirmed that administrators play a pivotal role in the success of any university.
Whaley stated that the role of a mentor was to assist mentees in developing insight from multiple perspectives, encouraging critical thinking and a developmental mindset.
According to her, mentors and coaches must be willing to devote time, possess leadership qualities, and practice active listening to impact their knowledge and guidance effectively.