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Coalition Harps On Proper Hazards Management

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A coalition of civil society under the auspices of  National Coalition on Gas Flaring and Oil Spills in the Niger Delta (NACGOND), has appealed to the authorities concerned for proper management of hazards that are likely to result from the fire incident that occurred on Chevron’s rig facility, KV Endeavour, in Sangana community, Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, in order to stall degradation of environments of surrounding communities in area.

The said facilities in the early hours of Monday, this week went up in flames in which three lives were allegedly lost, and the resultant heat has taken its toils on both aquactic lives and the residents of the sorrounding communities.

In a press statement, NACGOND which  comprises Stakeholder Democracy Network (SND), Centre for Environmental and Human Rights Development (CEHRD), Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), Centre for Social and Corporate Responsibility (CSCR) and the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Centre for Ethnic and Conflict Studies (CENTECS), Bayelsa NGOs Forum (BANGOF), Ijaw National Congress (INC), Pro-Natura International (PNI), Niger Delta Wetlands Centre (NDWC) and Kebetkache Women Organisation, said it was worried by the sheer frequency of incidents of large-scale oil spills and pollution in the Niger Delta.

“We are aware that this is already a major incident with potential for disastrous impacts on the local environment, ecology and livelihoods of communities in the region”, NACGOND’s national co-ordinator, Inemo Samiama said in a statement on Wednesday.

The group called on Chevron to avail the public and affected communities all information it has on the present situation and likely development from the incident in the days ahead.

The group also urged the Federal Government to undertake a quick assessment of the incident with a view to executing a vigorous response that would mitigate the consequences of the fire.

“If the situation is as grave as we fear it is, then we ask that government should work with both Chevron and, if necessary, the international community to mobilise an effective response.

“We urge both Chevron and the Federal Government to immediately inform communities living in close proximity to the site, and in the region of the actual situation and also afford them a realistic assessment of the risk that this incident poses moving forward”, it added.

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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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