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Dickson Inaugurates Four Boards

Published

13 years ago

August 10, 2012

The Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson, has
inaugurated the State Universal Basic
Education Board (SUBEB) with Mrs Florence Abutu William-Ebi as chairman while
Mr. Washington Liverpool Akpobolokemi is to serve as executive secretary.

Other members are Mr. Stephen Kayama, Mr. Moses Cleopas, Mr.
Ene Ketebu , Chief .I. Ebiowei, Mr. Ngo Iwowari and Mr. Austin Dressman.

Speaking at the ceremony in
Government House Yenagoa, Governor Dickson described their role as
critical to the successful implementation of government’s new educational
policy for the state.

While reminding them of the importance of their
responsibility, he urged them to approach the assignment with seriousness.

The governor noted that government, in its bid to reorganize
the policy on education, especially in public primary and secondary schools
which are virtually in a state of collapse, had taken concrete steps to
reposition the sub-sector with the declaration of a state of emergency.

This, he explained, informed government’s decision to adopt
the policy of free and compulsory education for pupils and students in primary
and secondary schools in addition to the provision of free school uniforms,
sandals, bags and other learning and teaching materials.

Governor Dickson further stated that the new primary schools
to be constructed across the nooks and crannies of the state will have
functional and well stocked libraries, information and communication technology
(ICT) rooms, well ventilated lavatories as well as headmasters’ quarters and
accommodation for the teachers.

According to him, government expects total commitment,
dedication and selfless service from the members, stressing that the effort put
into the job will determine the future of the state.

While assuring them of his support to enable the board
function effectively, he urged them to work closely with the Ministry of
Education, which is the supervisory ministry.

Other boards and commissions inaugurated are the Bayelsa
State Independent Electoral Commission with Chief Ipigasin Izagara as chairman,
Local Government Service Commission with a former speaker of the old Rivers
State House of Assembly, Hon. Talford Ongolo as chairman.

Others are the Bayelsa State House of Assembly Service
Commission with Mr Ajoko Peredigha as chairman.

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

Published

6 days ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

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

Published

6 days ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

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

Published

6 days ago

September 12, 2025

The Tide

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.