Niger Delta

Wike Happy With Amnesty Programme

Published

9 years ago

November 4, 2016

The Rivers State Governor,
Chief Nyesom Wike has stated that the general acceptance of the state government’s amnesty programme has led to improved peace and security in the state .
He stated that in no distant time, the state government will start the replacement of retired civil servants as a means of employing youths into the state civil service .
Speaking at Government House, Port Harcourt, when he granted audience to the chiefs and leaders of Ogbum-na-Abali, Wike urged other cultists and kidnappers to embrace the amnesty programme.
He said,“we thank God that the Amnesty Programme introduced by this administration is paying off. Several criminals across the state have laid down their arms.
“As you can see, peace is returning to several communities across the state. I want to encourage more criminals to lay down their arms”.
He commended the leaders and people of the Ogbum-na-Abali community for their peaceful disposition, pointing out that their support for the state government will always be rewarded with projects and programmes .
Wike assured them that the land reclamation project around the Ogbum-na-Abali and Nkpogu communities will be beneficial to the development of the area.
He directed the attorney-general of the state and the special adviser on lands to liaise with the community leaders to establish areas of cooperation for the project.
The governor informed that the reconstruction of Ogbum-na-Abali internal roads will be expanded to give the entire area the required face lift as the closest neighbours to the seat of power in the state.
He said: “I hold this office in trust for the people of the state. I will always promote the interest of the people”.
The governor noted that during the replacement of retired civil servants , all sections of the state will be duly accommodated by his administration .
Chairman of the Chiefs and Leaders of Ogbum-na-Abali Community, Chief Theophilus Ohwonda in an address read on his behalf by Chief Elvis Ogbams commended Wike for the reconstruction of Ogbum-na-Abali internal roads.
He appealed to the governor to consider the area in the ongoing land reclamation of the area.

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.

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C’River Assembly extends Bekwarra LG Chairman’s Suspension By 3 Months

Published

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.