Niger Delta

Obuama Monarch Harps On Peaceful Co-existence

Published

11 years ago

December 8, 2014

The traditional ruler of
Obuama community in Degema council of Rivers, Chief Omubo Odibo, has called on Nigerians to imbibe peaceful coexistence in order to attain greatness.
Odibo said made the remark in Harrytown, also known as Obuama, during a news conference to mark the 100 years of the death of the community founder, the late Chief Odibo Harry.
He said that development, increase, greatness, reward of hard work could only be achieved and sustained through enduring unity, peace and love for one another.
Odibo said that the attributes of peace and love had been tested in their community through the late Harry, who they would be celebrating as from December 24.
He said that the late Harry, who was 27 years old when his father died in 1886, ensured that his siblings were brought up in a peaceful and united manner.
“At the age of 27, when he was still very young, his father decided to make him a war canoe chief at the old shipping (Elem-Kalabari) because he was very proud of him.”
“Our patriarch’s greatness was crowned as the paramount ruler of Chief Omubo Harry group of houses, his father’s house in Buguma, two years after his father’s dead.”
Odibo said the peace and development seen in the community epitomized the love and unity he instilled in his siblings.
He said that the late Harry symbolised greatness and his legacy should be emulated by every Nigerian.
Odibo said that due to the great foundation which made Obuama great, the community had planned to mark the 100th anniversary of his demise.
“The youths would take over the community on December 24, in a free for all possession of goats, fowls and plantation to celebrate their forefather,” he said.
Odibo said other activities outlined were free medical treatment for natives and residents of the community on December 26, and candle rally in the evening.
He said there would be a book lunch in honour of their great father on December 27 with the Amayanabo of Kalabari, King Theophilus Princewill, as royal father of the day.
“The grand finale would be a thanksgiving at St. Alban’s Anglican Church, the first Church in the community that was founded by him,” he said.

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.