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Obaseki Pledges Support For NSCDC

Published

9 years ago

January 27, 2017

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has assured the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) of his administration’s support in the discharge of its functions in the state.
Obaseki made the pledge when he received a delegation of senior officers of the NSCDC, zone G, led by its Zonal Commander, Assistant Commander Bassey Bassey, at Government House, Benin.
He said that the state government was proud of the activities of the Corps, especially its protection of pipelines against vandalism.
The governor also informed the team of the state government’s plans to invest in local policing for effective security network at the grass roots.
He said that the state would assist the Corps in getting a better state and zonal office accommodation.
“We are trying to manage the affairs of the state considering the recession and the little allocation we get from the Federal Government.
“The Federal Government is supposed to provide the necessary platform for you to work while we support.
“We will try to support you to the best of our capacity,” the governor said.
The NSCDC Zone G new zonal commanding officer commended the governor for integrating the Corps into the security structure of the state.
Bassey, while assuring the governor of the Corps cooperation, appealed for logistics and office accommodation for both its state and zonal offices.
In another development, the governor has commended the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) in Benin for its fair reportage of activities in the state.
The governor made the commendation when the FRCN Zonal Manager, Mrs Bimbo Oyetunde, paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House.
He said that the medium had been able to maintain high level of professionalism in spite of the challenge of dearth of modern working tools.
He also commended FRCN for giving him good coverage and for being non-partisan during the 2016 governorship polls in the state.
Obaseki said that his administration had commenced reforms in the agriculture and social sectors, adding that the coverage of the medium would be of help.
Oyetunde congratulated the governor on his victory at the polls.
Bimbo said that the medium was committed to giving the public fair reports as well as providing them with an avenue to listen and become abreast with government policies and programmes.
She said that the medium was willing to inform the people of the state about the laudable projects being executed by the present administration.

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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.

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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.