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Bayelsa Lauds Security Agencies For Rescuing Kidnapped Expatriate

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The Bayelsa State Government has commended security agencies in the state for their swift response that led to the immediate rescue of an expatriate staff of PAACHE Construction Limited.
The expatriate, an engineer simply identified as Mr Rony was kidnapped from the construction site of the 4.5 kilometer Igbedi road project
The Tide had reported on Monday that the expatriate was rescued from the kidnappers following a synergy of a Joint Task Force who swung into action.
Governor Douye Diri, who hailed the security agencies while receiving Mr Rony in Government House Yenagoa, showered encomiums on the service commanders and their men for showing true commitment to his administration’s security efforts.
Represented by his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the governor noted that the swift and highly professional rescue operation which led to the death of one of the kidnappers speaks of the zero tolerance stance of the state government.
He disclosed that security agents were on the trail of the others who escaped with serious gunshot injuries and urged the public to provide actionable intelligence that will lead to the arrest of criminals.
Diri warned that government would deal decisively with any community or healthcare provider found complicit in rendering any form of help to the fleeing kidnappers.
His words:” First of all, we want to give thanks to God. We give Him all the praises. Bayelsa is actually the state dedicated to God and it’s actually the Glory of all Lands.
“We believe that it’s the finger of God that actually intervened for us to get this security outcome that brought about the rescue of the kidnapped expatriate. I say so because the victim was not hurt.
“Our gallant men of the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Police, the Nigerian Navy and other sister agencies that were involved in the operation, none of them sustained fatal injury. But the kidnappers had a casualty.
“We want to commend our gallant officers and men who have been making a lot of sacrifice. I think this is one of the outcomes of the Operation Still Waters that was launched few weeks ago in the state.
“Our Government is making concerted efforts to create enabling environment where our youths will earn a living through positive and legitimate means. But those who want to earn a living through crime and criminality and other illegal means will have themselves to blame.
“And I am happy that our security men are beginning to teach these miscreants and criminals in the language they will understand.
“We want to once again send a message to our communities. We are aware, some of the kidnappers escaped with fatal and life threatening injuries. We want to enjoin our communities not to harbour such criminals.
“If they do, they would be seen as accomplices to the act of kidnapping, and such actions will not be taken lightly by the prosperity government. Hospitals are also put on alert that anyone who comes with gunshot injuries should be reported to the security agencies, he stated.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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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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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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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.
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