Niger Delta

Library, Epicentre of Academic Activities – Chief Librarian

Published

11 years ago

December 10, 2014

Library has been
described as the epicenter of academic activities in colleges and institutions all over the world.
The Chief Librarian of the University of Port Harcourt, Dr. Obiageli Nwodo disclosed this in her welcome address delivered at the 2014 Conference of Nigerian Library Association (NLA), Rivers State Chapter hosted by the university.
Dr. Nwodo said the essence of the library in schools, colleges and other higher institutions of learning cannot be over-emphasised and urged students and staff to see library as the place to be in their academic pursuit.
She also emphasised the need for school authorities to always ensure that modern materials were provided in the libraries for both academic and other research activities.
The theme of this year’s conference “Libraries for Empowerment of the Society and Citizens Challenges for 21st Century”, according to Professor Emmanuel Ayalogu of the College of Sciences of the University was aimed at equipping librarians and others on effective way of handling hi-tech equipment in the 21st century.
Ayalogu said the year’s conference which coincided with NLA election was timely and commended the organisers for what he described as a rich outing, noting that it would keep members abreast with modern techniques of library use.
Meanwhile, Mr. Emmanuel Okwu has been elected as the new Chairman of NLA Rivers State Chapter while Mr. Victor Wagwu and Mrs Alice Ogbulu also emerged as General Secretary and Treasurer respectively.
The event took place at Donald Ekong Library, UNIPORT. Our reporter who monitored the event said the election that ushered in the new executive was described as transparent by stakeholders, contenders and other members of the group.
The newly elected Chairman, Emmanuel Okwu, in his acceptance speech appreciated the past chair person and her team for their impressive leadership and promised to take the body to the next level.
Mr. Okwu appealed to members of the new executive to work as a team to enable it achieve set targets.

Chris Oluoh

Niger Delta

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.

Niger Delta

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.