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I Stand Ransomed, Healed, Restored And Forgiven – Banigo

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6 years ago

December 23, 2019

Rivers State Deputy Governor Dr (Mrs) Ipalibo Harry Banigo, says she stands ransomed, healed, restored and forgiven.
Dr Banigo stated this during her Birthday Celebration and a Carol of Nine Lessons organised by the Office of the Deputy Governor at the Government House in Port Harcourt last Friday.
The Deputy Governor said the greatest birthday gift she would love to receive from her friends, well-wishers and members of her staff was for them to accept the Lord Jesus Christ as their Lord and Personal Saviour, noting that they also would be ransomed, healed, restored and forgiven as well, if they accept Christ.
“Today the greatest gift you can give to me is to surrender your lives to Christ with that Alter Call that our Mama made, If you want to settle issues with the Lord do not leave here without giving your life to Christ, if you want the refreshing of the Holy Spirit”, Dr Banigo stressed.
Dr Banigo, who said she remembered distinctively the day she had her Water Baptism and her Baptism of the Holy Spirit, disclosed that with baptism all the things that prevented one from living a Christian Life would be dropped.
“These are biblical truths and not manmade doctrines or fairy tales. Jesus Christ fulfilled all righteousness and when he came out after the time of his temptation he was filled with the Holy Spirit, he was tempted but he never fell because he worked in the power of the Holy Spirit, and when the dove came on him, it was announced, “this is my beloved son in whom I am well pleased and this will be your portion in Jesus Name” she further stressed.
The deputy governor expressed gratitude to the ministers of God, who conducted the daily morning devotion in her office and also thanked the management and the entire staff of the office of the deputy governor, for their commitment and diligence to duty and expressed the hope that they would redouble their efforts in the service of the state in the years ahead.
In his remarks, the Director of Administration in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Mr Ben Roberts thanked the deputy governor for creating a platform for members of staff to worship God every morning before starting the business of the day, noting that this has greatly improved the spiritual lives of her staff.
According to him the Deputy Governor has listening ears and a very cordial relationship with all her staff which has made the work environment very friendly.

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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.