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Bayelsa Deputy Gov Charges Civil Servants On Hard Work, Dedication

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5 years ago

September 28, 2020

Bayelsa State civil servants have again been charged to apply the principles of hard work and dedication in the performance of their duties to achieve efficiency and productivity.
The state Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrud Jakpo gave the charge during a send-forth ceremony held in honour of a retiring civil servant, Mrs Ebi Florence Kakandar in Government House, Yenagoa.
A statement made available to journalists by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr Doubara Atasi, says the Deputy Governor, identified loyalty, ingenuity, diligence and innovativeness as some of the key factors for organisational and personal growth.
Senator Ewhrudjakpo, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Barrister Alex Dumbo, advised civil servants to eschew laziness, truancy and disloyal behavior that could jeopardize their career progression and other benefits due them.
The Deputy Governor, commended Mrs Florence Kakandar, who also celebrated her 60th birthday for her hardwork, commitment to duty and cheerful nature that helped to bring out the best in other individuals.
He thanked the celebrant for her meritorious service to the Bayelsa State Government and urged other workers to emulate her good works.
“Civil Servants should be ready and willing to put in their best in service because it pays.Mrs Kakandar is a living example. She worked in the office of the Deputy Governor and put in her best and now in retirement we are celebrating her because she is a worthy ambassador of the civil service”, he said.
“I want to encourage Bayelsa workers still in the civil service to perform optimally at all times, bear no grudges, be available and punctual and avoid truancy so that when they are due for retirement, they will be celebrated in a grand style”.
“We remain grateful to Mrs Kakandar for her meritorious service and wish that she enjoys retirement to its fullest because she is a good and hardworking woman”, the state’s number two citizen noted.
Earlier, colleagues of the celebrant and staff of the Deputy Governor’s Office including the Head of Administration, Mr Denis Numupoidei and the Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Mr Paul Clement extolled her virtues which include prayerfulness, good-nature and capacity to inspire others.
Speaking as head of the Deputy Governor’s Media Team, Mr Doubara Atasi described Mrs Kakandar as a good organizer and motivator and prayed God to bless her in all her future endeavours.
Responding, Mrs Ebi Florence Kakandar thanked God for giving her the strength and health to serve the state government up to the retirement age of 60.

By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

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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.