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Community Seeks Govt’s Intervention Over Herdmen’s Attacks

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The Otulu community in
Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State has called for the state government’s intervention over alleged incessant attacks on them by Fulani herdsmen in the area.
The Otulu community Chief, Paul Eboji, made the call in an interview with newsmen in Otulu yesterday.
He said the people were now living in fear due to the rampant attacks of the headsmen.
Eboji added that government’s intervention was necessary because the community was peace-loving and would not want to be dragged into clashes with herdsmen that could take lives.
He alleged that the Fulani herdsmen had turned their farmlands into grazing ground for their cattle.
The community chief added that the herdsmen attacked and maimed the helpless community farmers whenever they were challenged.
“We are living in fear due to the invasion of our farmlands by the Fulani cattle rearers. They beat and maim our people when challenged in the farms.
“We have made several complaints to the police but all to no avail. The herdsmen have continued to destroy our farms with impunity.
“Our yams and cassava farms have become grazing areas for their cattle. We are appealing to government to intervene and save our community.
“We do not want to fight with them like what is happening in some parts of the country today.’’
According to him, the herdsmen often molest and flog women in their farms with horsewhips.
He said that recently, it took the intervention of two men to rescue an aged woman from the herdsmen who were beating her in her farm.
“I was recently called to Edo-Ogwashi camp which is under my jurisdiction, where a farmer was beaten to a coma by some herdsmen who invaded his farm.
“Sympathisers eventually rushed him to the hospital where he was revived and today he is alive to tell the story.
“We cannot continue like this; something must be done. I, as the chief of the community, appeal to government to address this problem because we are helpless,” he said.

Members of Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, in a group photograph with students of the National Defence College, Abuja, during a courtesy visit on the traditional rulers in Port Harcourt, recently. Photo: Chris Monyanaga

Members of Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, in a group photograph with students of the National Defence College, Abuja, during a courtesy visit on the traditional rulers in Port Harcourt, recently. Photo: Chris Monyanaga

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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September 12, 2025

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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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September 12, 2025

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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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