Niger Delta

Stakeholders Hail Passage Of Hunters Bill

Published

3 years ago

April 20, 2022

There was palpable jubilation and celebration at the weekend as the 9th Senate finally passed the much awaited Nigerian Hunter Bill into law
Before the passage on April, 12th 2022 by the upper chamber ,it was first known as Hunter group of Nigeria, after second reading Nigeria Hunter Council finally Nigeria Hunter Forest Services
The final assent of President Muhammadu Buhari is being awaited as it remains a watershed in the history of Nigeria
It will assist sister agents checkmate criminal activities going on in our forest.
Nigerians are anxiously waiting for Mr President to assent to the bill considering the security threats in the country.
It is believed that the hunters know the terrain and would do well in assisting the conventional security agencies nip in the bud criminal elements terrorising the country.
Speaking on the new development, a stakeholder in Rivers State, Amb Joy Nwachukwu described it as a new dawn for the country.
Joy said she received the news with great joy having waited for a long time
The now Nigeria Hunter Forestry Services Bill for as passed by the 9th Senate, according to her, did not come to me as a surprise because we have worked for its approval and followed it up till now.”
She posited that the group even participated in the public hearing in Abuja which culminated in the 12th April 2022 passage by the Senate.
“ I use this opportunity to appeal to Mr President to do the needful as it create jobs for the youths and assist security agents fight crime.”
“While thanking the Senate for job well done ,I give glory to God for making it a reality as security is everyone’s business,” she said.
She pleaded with the state governor to come to their aid by assisting with logistics to ease their operations.
Earlier, the Regional commander, Chief Wegwu Willy commended the Senate for giving hope to Nigerians
The Regional Commander said the group received the news with great joy, saying the group has all it takes to chase the criminals in the bush as they are used to the terrain.
Wegwu thanked all those who stood by the group in their trying period, saying their efforts did not go in vain.

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.

Niger Delta

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.