Niger Delta

Andonis Celebrate As Unity Road Gets To Ikuru Town

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6 years ago

May 22, 2019

Hundreds of thousands of Andonis have rolled out drums to celebrate the completion of the Ikuru Town section of the Ogoni ,Andoni/Opobo/Nkoro Unity road.
The celebration which held at Ikuru Town attracted some important personalities within and outside Andoni Local Government Area.
Chiefly among those who attended the event include, the Bishop Diocese of Niger Delta Rt Rev Ralph Ebirien, the National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, the Speaker, Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt Hon IkuinyiOwajiIbani, former Deputy Governor of the state, Engr Tele Ikuru, Sir (Dr) Benjamin Wilcox, the Okan-Ama of Ikuru Town, King Aaron Ikuru, member, representing Andoni Opobo Federal Constituency, Hon Awajinombek Abiante.
Speaking at the St Simon Anglican Church Ikuru Town, the Bishop Diocese of Niger Delta, Rt Rev Ralph C. Ebirien urged Andoni people to thank God and Governor Wike for the progress made so far on the road.
Rt Rev Ebirien who also thanked the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus for attracting development to Andoni also stressed the need for the people to reciprocate the gesture by working with the present administration in the state to ensure peace in the area.
The Bishop stressed the need for Andoni youths involved in cultism to lay down their arms and repent as the state government has vowed to go tough on cultism.
Also speaking, the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Sedondus narrated how in 2002 at private meeting with Dr Peter Odili the then Governor of Rivers State, the idea for a road that will cement the bond of unity between theOgonis, Andonis and Opobos was discussed.
Prince Secondus also thanked Governor Wike for continuing with the road despite the harsh economic situation in the country and assured the people that in few months time, both Ekede and Ngo axis of the road will be completed.
A member representing AndoniOpbo/Nkoro in the National Assembly, Hon. AwajinombekAbiante said that the road had opend up the huge economic potentials in the area for investment and urged the people to be peaceful and support the present administration to bring more projects to Andoni.

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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3 days 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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3 days 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.

Niger Delta

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

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3 days 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.