Niger Delta

Uduaghan Commissions 7.8km Umunede-Mbiri Road Project

Published

11 years ago

February 16, 2015

Delta State Governor,
Emmanuel Uduaghan has warned motorists in the state against recklessness which often leads to avoidable carnage.
The governor gave the warning when he commissioned the 7.8 kilometres Umunede-Mbiri Road in Ika North-East Local Government Area of the state.
“We constructed this road to take people safely to their destination and because of the smoothness of the road people would be tempted to drive on high speed.
“I want to appeal to you that when you are drunk, don’t drive; when you are feeling sleepy, don’t drive and when you take drugs, please don’t drive.
“By God’s grace this road will take us to our destination,” Uduaghan said.
The governor said the road was executed at the cost of N497.12 million and promised to extend it to Mbiri Farm Settlement before the end of his administration.
He expressed hope that the road would improve inter-city transportation, enhance urban growth and communication and reinvigorate commerce and social life in the area.
Uduaghan used the opportunity to canvass for votes for President Goodluck Jonathan, the PDP governorship candidate in Delta, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa and other candidates of the party in the senatorial district.
He urged the electorate to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), to enable them vote during the elections.
The governor, who had earlier paid a courtesy visit on the Obi of Mbiri, Dr Ifeanyichukwu Alekwe II, commended the unity amongst traditional rulers in the state, and urged their subjects to emulate them in order to attract development to their areas.
“The presence of other traditional rulers here shows the unity among traditional rulers; that is a lesson to all of us who are your subjects,’’ he said.
The Obi commended Uduaghan for keeping to his promise to rehabilitate the Umunede-Mbiri road, and assured him of the support of his people during the polls.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Commissioner for Works, Mr Funkekeme Solomon, said the Umunede-Mbiri road project was awarded in October 2014 at a cost of N497.12 million.

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

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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.

Niger Delta

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.