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Ayade Orders Payment Of 2014 Gratuities

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7 years ago

May 2, 2018

Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade has ordered the release of 2014 gratuities to the retirees of the State Government service in order to help alleviate their surfing.
The Governor gave the order at the May Day celebration in Calabar to mark this year’s Workers’ Day.
Similarly, the Governor also ordered the release of fifty million Naira to help the State Labour Congress (NLC), complete their on-going secretariat complex within the next possible time.
Reacting, the State Chairman of the NLC, Comrade John Ushie commended the visionary leadership of the State Governor and urged him to expedite action in order to pay the rest of the arrears.
Meanwhile eligible voters at the grassroots in Yakurr local government area, Cross River, have been advised not to sell their votes to unpatriotic politicians because of the prevailing socioeconomic hardship in the state and the country.
Similarly, the voters have been urged to elect candidates who have been certified credible as grassroots developers, sincere, God-fearing and would be able to deliver the mandate of the people who voted them to power.
The admonition was handed down to a mammoth crowd of political faithful of the People Democratic Party (PDP) Nkpolo Council Ward, Yakurr local government area by Mr. Oko-Ofaiye Efifiom Ayomobi (Jnr) while declaring his intention to contest for the State House of Assembly position for Yakurr state Constituency in the 2019 general elections in the country.
Ayomobi (Jnr), while addressing the political faithful told the people that he took the decision to contest into the State House of Assembly elections in 2019 because of his burning desire to serve the people as young man to transform the political landscape to the benefit of the electorate.
He said he has the ability, capability and capacity to effectively deliver the people’s mandate as a young man who has for many years, undergone training on followership, apprenticeship and mentorship the hands of tested and experienced politicians of high pedigree.
“I am fully equipped to play developmental politics aimed at providing basic amenities to my constituents and also carrying the people along so as to create a sense of belonging to party members,” he said.
Ayomobi (Jnr) assured the people that if elected, he would make himself always available to his constituents and would remain answerable to them at all time as well as see himself as chief servant and not a leader.

Friday Nwagbara, Calabar

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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.