Niger Delta

Akpabio Canvasses Support For Jonathan’s Agenda

Published

12 years ago

June 3, 2013

Governor Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom has called on Nigerians to support and pray for President Goodluck Jonathan and his transformation agenda.

Akpabio made the call at a banquet organised to commemorate the 2013 Democracy Day celebration in Uyo last Thursday.

He said that Nigerians needed to work with the president and not to distract him to ensure that his transformation agenda was executed as planned for the benefit of all.

“Let us pray for President Goodluck Jonathan. We must pray for him to succeed. His success is our success; if he succeeds, Nigeria has succeeded.

“I want to advise that all those who are trying to distract him should know that leadership comes from God and God gives it to who He pleases.

“We will not support anything that will lead to a breakup of this country; Akwa Ibom people will support Nigeria to remain one,’’ he said.

Akpabio advised youths not to be involved in kidnapping so that their days might be long, adding that they should not collaborate with those who want to bomb Nigeria as such persons did not love the country.

He announced the completion of a gas processing plant in Esit Eket, which he said, his administration had established in partnership with a UK-based company, adding that the 69km gas pipeline from Esit Eket to Ikot Abasi had been completed.

He added that the Federal Government had awarded a contract for gas supply to the Nigerian Independent Gas Project in Calabar.

Akpabio said that his administration would complete all ongoing projects and settle its outstanding liabilities before the expiration of its tenure.

“Let me assure you that all the projects we have started, we will complete them. I have worked out the programme with the United Bank for Africa (UBA); every kobo that this administration is taking as loan will be repaid before March 2015. I do not intend to leave behind debts and I do not intend to leave behind any uncompleted project,’’ he said.

National President, Joint Assembly of Rivers Youths, Comrade Gashon Bob-Manuel (left), presenting an Outstanding Performance in Leadership and Proficiency in Administration Award to Paramount Ruler of Oginigba Community, Eze G. B. Odum (JP) in Port Harcourt last Wednesday.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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2 weeks 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

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2 weeks 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

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2 weeks 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.