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SURE-P Spends N60bn On East-West Road

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About N60 billion has
been spent under the Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Programme (SURE-P) funds through the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs for construction of East-West Road since 2012.
The convener, SURE-P Sub-Committee on Niger Delta (East-West Road Project,), Mr. Mazi Sam – Ohuabunwa disclosed this in an interview with journalists yesterday at the SURE-P Road Show, in Rivers State.
According to him, about N21 billion was appropriated for the East-West road in 2012, while about N42 billion was appropriated this year, noting that only about N60 billion was utilised for the projects within the two years.
“To clear the figures last year budget for the road was N21 billion, though it was not fully utilized, while for this year, N42 billion was appropriated, so if you look at the budget appropriation, plus and minus, we have utilised about N60 billion for the East-West Road project alone”, explained.
He explained that, “there are four ongoing road projects and five bridges under the SURE_P East-West Road Programme with a total distance of 338Km been implemented under the Ministry of Niger delta Affairs.
The projects, which directed into four sections is expected to be completed by December 2014.
According to him, section one is 87Km from Warrri to Kaiama, section two (a) 54Km from Kaiama to Ahoada, section two (b) 47Km from Ahoada to Port Harcourt, section three is 99Km from Port Harcourt to Eket and section four is 51 Km from Eket to Oron.
Speaking, representative of Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, and Director of Infrastructure Developmental, Engr. Owi Otete commended President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan for midwifing the Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Programme in January 2012.
He thanked the communities, particularly the Ogoni communities for their understanding with R.C.C. company, the contractor handling the Port Harcourt to Eket section of the road project.
The Chairman of SURE-P, Dr. Christopher Kolade represented by Professor Tunde Wahal said, the SURE-P would be a total failure, if Nigerians refused to show evidence that people massively benefited from the programme.
According to him, N15 billion is being released monthly, and so far N180 billion from late part of last year 2012 and this year from SURE-P Funds is utilised by the SURE-P for projects across the country adding that the N180 billion is coming from the 41% share of the Federal Government alone.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, HRM, King Godwin Giniwa appealed to the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs to consider the deplorable condition of Oil Mill and Eleme road, saying that the road is gradually cutting off the people of Ogoni and inter-states commuters from other part of the country.

 

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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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