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Guild Tasks Students On Good Conduct

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Minister of Environment, Amina Muhamad (left) listening to the MOSOP President, Mr Legborsi Piagbara (right) during her visit to Ogoni land for Federal Government clean up of Ogoni last Friday.

Minister of Environment, Amina Muhamad (left) listening to the MOSOP President, Mr Legborsi Piagbara (right) during her visit to Ogoni land for Federal Government clean up of Ogoni last Friday.

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Guild of Anglican Church Northern Izon Diocese, Anglican Communion in Kolokuma-Opokuma local government area of Bayelsa State has advised female students in the state to take their studies seriously in order to compete favourably with the male counterparts.
The leader of the group, Mrs Ibiene Nyanabo gave this advice when she led other women of the diocese on a facility visit to the Girls Grammar School Kaiama in Kolokuma-Opukuma local government area of the state.
Mrs Nyanabo Ibiene, who is also the wife of the Diocesan Bishop, said the visit was part of the activities lined up by the women to celebrate this year’s Mother’s Day adding that the programme was part of the church corporate responsibility to the society.
The Bishop’s wife urged the female students to cultivate the habit of reading their books at all times, adding that in doing so, they would become better citizen in future.
According to her, “as future mothers it was important that they build their foundation very well in order to be able to face with the challenges of life”.
She took her exhortation from the book of Colossians 3:20: Children, Obey Your Parents in all things, for this is well pleasing in the Lord.”
Also speaking, the Vicar of St Mary Cathedral Church Kaiama, Rev John Markson lauded the women for the visit, adding that women play important role in the upbringing of children.
Rev Markson who teaches mathematics in the school appealed to the women to continuously pray for the school and the students.
Speaking on behalf of the students, the senior prefect of the school, Miss Ayibatari Toru Lilian thanked the women for their visit, adding that the visit would encourage them to do better as responsible students.
The climax of the visit was the donation of food stuffs as well as cash.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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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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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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