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Amaechi’s Choice Of LG Boss Excites CPP

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Party (CPP) in Rivers State, has expressed happiness with the state governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi for the choice of   Hon Allen Nma as the Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, describing the new council boss as a round peg in a round hole.

The state chairman of  CPP, Prince Williams Dimkpa who made the position of the party known in an interview with The Tide in Port Harcourt said Governor Amaechi by that choice  had made the people of Ubimini community proud for choosing one of the illustrious sons of the community to administer the local government council.

According to him, it was a gesture for which the people of the community would remain eternally grateful to the governor.

He, however, urged the new council boss to follow the footsteps of the governor whom he said had been running an all-inclusive government and carrying along the opposition political parties in administering the state.

The CPP chairman believed that Hon. Nma has what it takes to make a difference in the lives of EMOLGA people in the next three years, describing him as humble, accessible and trust-worthy.

He noted that the victory of the council boss at the polls did not come to CPP as a surprise because, according to him, the opposition political parties in the local government had earlier endorsed his candidature and adopted him as their sole candidate for the chairmanship election.

He explained that the decision was borne out of Hon. Nma’s sterling leadership qualities and humane disposition, amply demonstrated when he served the local government as Caretaker Committee Chairman a few years ago.

“We believe that with him on the saddle, he would take the LGA to greater heights and provide the much-needed democracy dividends to the people at the grassroots,” he said.

The party chairman also expressed optimism that the Nma administration would be a continuation and repeat of his outstanding performance when he was caretaker committee chairman of the local government, assuring that the CPP and the other opposition political parties in the area would work harmoniously with his administration for the development of the local government.

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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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