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Community Pharmacists Recount Role In Universal Health Coverage

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3 years ago

April 29, 2022

Community Pharmacists in Akwa Ibom State have said that they are the most accessible health professionals to the public and so play a pivotal role in universal health coverage towards the passion they have for their profession
The Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), Pharm. Abasiama Uwatt, made this known in Uyo at the Ibom ACPN Day 2022
With the theme: The Role of Community Pharmacists in Universal Health Coverage, the chairman said, “There is a need for these roles to be defined and aligned with the emerging health needs of the communities served by these pharmacists. Hence the theme for this year’s event is timely and significant towards the practice of their profession
According to her,” community pharmacy is evolving and we cannot afford to be left behind. It is important to acknowledge the effort of our national body in continually preparing us for these evolving roles through programmes such as master learning series and recently the recognition of pharmacies as COVID-19 vaccination centers”
The chairman planning committee, Pharm. Ita Udom, said “As we all know, community pharmacists are health professionals most accessible to the public and are the cornerstone of primary healthcare. The theme as well as the proceedings of this event has been tactically structured to empower, equip and position us for quality service delivery particularly in the area of primary healthcare.”
He commended the chairman, Pharm.Abasiama Uwatt, for working hard tirelessly to make sure the event was successful and to upgrade our professional skill while commending members for their massive turnout during the Ibom ACPN Day 2022, enjoining them to keep it up for others to emulate.
Earlier, the chairman pharmaceutics society of Nigeria, Akwa Ibom branch, Dr.Akwaowo Akpabio, commended Akwa Ibom State Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria for floating out conference that is timely for the benefit of their members especially to upgrade their professional skill.
Despite that, the pharmaceutics society of Nigeria, Akwa Ibom branch said it would kick against sub-standard drugs in the state as professionals while members cannot encourage such development thst runs against the integrity of the ethics and practice of the profession.

By: Christopher Tom Uyo

Niger Delta

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.