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Monarch Moves To Promote Peace In Community

Published

6 years ago

April 22, 2019

The Onye-Ishi Ala Chokota Igboh Kingdom in Etche Local Government Area, of Rivers State, Eze Ishmael O. Nweke, has promised to liaise with security agencies to ensure the sustenance of peace in the area.
Eze Nweke, who said this shortly after being elevated to the status of a second class traditional ruler in Igboh Kingdom, by the Onye-Ishi-Agwuru Igboh Kingdom HRM Eze (Dr) Samuel Amaechi also pledged to work for the speedy development of the area.
Meanwhile, Eze Nweke has urged for dedication and commitment by the chiefs and people of Chokota towards the development of the area.
He said this while conferring chieftaincy titles on some deserving sons of the community.
The traditional ruler also stressed the need for them to avoid any thing that would pitch the community against its neighbours.
“You know that the responsibility of a Chief in the community, clan and kingdom is to maintain peace and order at all times and in all circumstances.
“You shall defend the laws of the land and be truthful in all circumstances.
He also warned against all forms of illegality in the area, stressing that anything that will tarnish the image of the Chokota Council of Chiefs must be avoided.
Earlier, Chairman of the occasion, Associate Professor Ken Nweke urged the newly elevated Monarch to use his position to attract development to the area.
Associate Professor Nweke particularly lamented the poor state of the Chokota-Ikwerrengwo road and described the community as the most backward in Etche ethnic nationality inspite of its abundant material and human resources.
Among those honoured with Chieftaincy titles by the Chokota Monarch include, Light Chinwenedu conferred with title of Eze Oriji 1 of Chokota, Osundu Azunonwu who bagged Eze Ogbuhere Uzo 1 of Chokota and Nwobilor Umeri who was conferred with title of Eze Ochiri Ozuo 1 of Chokota.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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.