Niger Delta

Mrs Uduaghan Advises Journalists On Objectivity, Unity

Published

11 years ago

April 18, 2014

Wife of Delta State
Governor, Mrs Roli Uduaghan, has advised Nigerian journalists to be objective and promote the country’s unity in their reportage.
Uduaghan gave the advice in Asaba during a prayer session organised at the proposed site for the permanent secretariat of the state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
The governor’s wife said that journalists had the responsibility of ensuring good governance and building the society to achieve the desired objective.
She said that strict adherence to the ethnics in journalism profession would ensure the desired rapid development in the state and the country.
She said that journalists should always verify their reports before publishing, noting that the society had sustained great losses including loss of lives because of unverified reports.
“As watch dogs of the society, you must verify your information before publishing. This is very important because a lot of lives have been ruined because of false reports
“Falsehood, to an extent has a way of tarnishing the image of the profession,’’ she added.
The governor’s wife, who took the first reading from Isaiah 54: 1-16, also admonished journalists to commit their lives to God, adding that this was the only way they could live fulfilled lives.
Also speaking, Pastor Nelson Olise of the Intercessors Prayers of Nigeria, said: “the first obligation of journalists is truth, therefore you should stand for the truth.”
Olise also urged journalists to use their profession to transform the nation by publishing the truth and engaging in constructive criticism.
The Chairman of the NUJ in the state, Mr Norbert Chiazor, said the prayers session was organised to ask for God’s direction in the affairs of the council and to dedicate the site to Him.
Chiazor commended the state government for providing the land for the secretariat and its contributions toward the growth of the profession in the state.
He assured that the council would continue to partner the state government in pursuing its three-point agenda of Peace and Security, Human Capital Development and Infrastructure Development.
“We journalists in Delta appreciate the good work of Gov. Emmanuel Uduaghan and we will continue to partner with him in achieving his three points agenda,’’ he said.

Mr. Peter N. Waate (2nd left), receiving a certificate of Ambassador for Peace from the spokeman of International Association of World Peace Advoctes, Amb. Emma Nkweke (right) at Bayels State Government House, Banquet Hall, Yenagoa, recently. With them are Dr. (Mrs) Mandu Ekpal (left) and Vice President, NUPPPPROW, South-South, Comrade Williamson S. Godwin. Photo: Nwiuah Donatus Ken

Mr. Peter N. Waate (2nd left), receiving a certificate of Ambassador for Peace from the spokeman of International Association of World Peace Advocates, Amb. Emma Nkweke (right) at Bayelsa State Government House, Banquet Hall, Yenagoa, recently. With them are Dr. (Mrs) Mandu Ekpal (left) and Vice President, NUPPPPROW, South-South, Comrade Williamson S. Godwin. Photo: Nwiuah Donatus Ken

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

Published

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.

Niger Delta

Police Nab Suspected Illicit Drugs Dealer In Delta

Published

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.

Niger Delta

C’River Assembly extends Bekwarra LG Chairman’s Suspension By 3 Months

Published

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.