Niger Delta

NSCDC Boss Wages War Against Oil Vandals In A’Ibom

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3 years ago

March 23, 2022

The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Commandant in Akwa Ibom State, Mr Abidemi Majekodunmi, has said that no fewer than 14 suspected persons will be facing the wrath of the corps for allegedly vandalising Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) facilities in the State.
Briefing journalists at the command’s exhibits yards in Uyo recently, the NSCDC commandant said they would not leave any stone unturned in making sure vandals faced the wrath of the law, stating that the 14 suspects were arrested on March 10 and 14 within Itu and Onna Local Government Areas of the state.
Majekodunmi said that the activities of the vandals and criminals could lead to bleeding of the Nigerian economy, and that a nation striving towards development cannot afford to allow this kind of things to be happening.
‘’NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command is here because of the arrest we have made. In our custody, we have 14 suspects and we also have as exhibits four trucks laden with suspected petroleum products.
‘’In total capacity , we have 170,000 liters of AGO inside the trucks. They were accosted in four different locations. Three of them fall within Itu LGA while the fourth one was arrested in Onna LGA of Akwa Ibom State.
‘’Definitely, we are suspicious of the content of the trucks. From our preliminary investigation, we are suspecting that this is adulterated petroleum products. We are working on the suspicions that it may be stolen products.
‘’Investigation is underway and we want to tell Akwa Ibom people that there is no breeding space for criminals and vandals in the state.
‘’Majekodunmi said that the commandant -General, Mr Audi Abubakar, had directed that under no circumstance should the command allow vandals to have breeding space.
He also said that the command had inaugurated ‘’Operation Flush’’ to flush criminals out of the state. The commandant added that the action was a contravention of the Nigerian state constitution and NSCDC was committed to ensuring that the nation was free from vandalism.
‘’We want the public to support our progress with credible intelligent information, that we can actually execute our constitutional duties and responsibilities.
‘’The Nigerian economy has a strong presence in the oil industry. We must protect this industry because it is one of the advantages that we have as a nation. ‘’We want to tell the Nigerian people to shun illegalities and crime as NSCDC will not tolerate such activities,” he added.

By: Christopher Tom, Uyo

Niger Delta

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.