Niger Delta

‘Elevation Of Opusingi Stool’ll Foster Peace, Development’

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6 years ago

October 16, 2019

Traditional rulers in Ibiame /Agudame , Offion ama and Opukula /Singiama communities in Kula Kingdom in Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State, have commended the Governor, ,Chief Nyesom Wike for the classification of the Opusingi Stool as a recognised third class chieftaincy stool in the state ,with King Hope Dan Opusingi, the Amanyanabo of Opukula Singlama as the occupant.
The Chairman of Offoin Ama Council of Chiefs, Chief Season Oturon made the commendation while speaking to newsmen at the residence of the Opukula Singiama monarch in Port Harcourt, yesterday.
Chief Oturan stated that the elevation of the Opusingi Stool and subsequent recognition accorded to King Hope Dan Opusingi by the state governor would bring the desired peace and accelerated development in the area, and expressed the appreciation of the entire people of the 19 settlements that make up the area to the Governor.
In his speech, King Emmanuel Alalibo Gold Ekeke II, the Ayananabo of Ibiame/Agudame Group of Communities while thanking the state governor for the recognition noted that the people of his communities were strongly behind the new monarch.
He disclosed that the recognition of the new stool in the area was a good thing that has happened to the people of Kula Kingdom.
“We are happy that the governor has recognised one of us in the person of Hope Dan Opusingi as the Paramount Ruler of Opukula Singiama. This will bring unprecedented transformation to Kula Kingdom. There are many oil companies operating here so there will be robust interface and dialogue with the companies and the people now, “he stated.
Also speaking, the newly recognised Amanyanabo of Opukula Singiama, King Hope Dan Opusingi thanked the state chief executive for finding him worthy through his magnanimous recognition and classification of the Opusingi Stool as a third class chieftaincy stool and described the governor as a true friend of Kula Kingdom and other oceanic communities in the state.
He assured the governor and the entire people of Kula Kingdom that peace would be the hallmark of his reign in the area and urged the people to give him the needed support in order to move the area forward.
The monarch opined that the elevation by the state government was a great task to him even as he called on all sons and daughters of the area to rally round him for the growth of the area.

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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.