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Delta:Group Drums Support For Governorship Aspirant

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12 years ago

February 19, 2014

Delta State leaders have
declared that they would not allow rabble-rousers and spent political forces to hoodwink the people into accepting them as their leaders.
Rising from a meeting in Sapele, the leaders expressed faith in Dr. Ngozi Olejeme, saying she is the only person they trust.
”Olejeme is trusted at home and respected on the national stage. She is the candidate to beat in the 2015 governorship election” the leaders said.
The leaders, whose objective is to ensure the emergence of Olejeme as governor in 2015, in a statement signed by the Chairman, Project Delta 2015, Chief Macaulay Umukoro, described the chairman of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund(NSITF) as a shining example of humility and patience.
“We want a competent and acceptable governor in 2015. Olejeme is a leader with a difference” the leaders said.
The leaders, made up of politicians, former military and police officers, labour leaders and members of the private sector, stressed that Olejeme’s governorship ambition was an answer to the clarion call by well-meaning individuals, including traditional rulers, frontline politicians and professionals.
“The time is ripe for a female governor in Delta State. You can see that wherever they put a woman, she is making her marks. You can see how Olejeme and other women are performing. We expect her to chart a new direction for the state” they said.
They praised Olejeme for her obvious excellence performance in NSITF and her philanthropic endeavors.
“Olejeme is in touch with the common man. She has passion to solve the problems of others and always respect people”.
They dismissed the governorship ambition of some aspirants in the state, describing them as pretenders.
“Olejeme has succeeded in building a network of friends across the state. She is a darling of the grassroots and will definitely win the 2015 governorship election” they said.
They called on Deltans at home and abroad to rally round the NSITF boss.

L-R: Former South African Minister of Reconstruction and Development, Mr Jay Naidoo, an environmentalist, Mr Nnimmo Bassey, (middle) and a community leader, Chief Amangi Daniel, exchanging views on the first oil well in Nigeria located at Oloibiri, in Otuabagi, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State last Wednesday. Photo: NAN

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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.