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LG Boss Bags Chieftaincy Title For Peace Initiative

Published

3 years ago

October 25, 2022

The people of Unyeada kingdom in Andoni Local Government Area has conferred on the chairman of the local government area, Barr Erastus Awortu a chieftaincy title known as Ogu Ibot Esu 1 of Obololand.
The chieftaincy title which was conferred on him by the Paramount Ruler of the Community and member of Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, King Israel U. Otuowo described the council chairman as a peace maker in the land of Obololand.
Speaking while coronating the chairman, king Otuowo said Erastus has done what the past council chairmen found it very difficult to do in the history of Andoni.
According to him, if not Erastus Awortu, Andoni and indeed Obololand would had been a deserted area following the high rate of killings and destruction of properties by cult groups in the area.
“Many Andoni communities would have turned to desert due to cult related violence and communal clashes then.
“At a time people were no more coming home, houses were destroyed on daily basis, prominent people, women and youths were geometrically reduced in their numbers until God sent Erastus Awortu to bring peace without bias
.”Erastus, you worth cerebrating in Obololand, you shown genuine leadership, you also differentiate yourself from others, today, I and the people of Unyeada are receiving you with a chieftaincy title as the great peace maker 1 of Obololand.
This Chieftaincy title is not just a mere political recognition, but a title that will still honoured by the entire Obololand people even after your tenure of office as chairman of Andoni local government area. “ He said.
Addressing the people, the new Chief and Chairman Andoni LGA, Chief Erastus Awortu thanked the people of Unyeada kingdom for the honour accorded him.
According to him, the people of Unyeada and entire Obololand had surprised him, saying that the honour will spured him to do more for peace and development of Andoni.
He charged the people to see peace as the alternative to achieve greatness and developments.
He promised the completion of ongoing 200 metres road and bridge linking Unyeada main town and Usabamun axis of the community soon.
The council chairman used the medium to thank the youths of Obololand for accepting the peace with their whole heart, confirming that no single gun shot or cult-related violence was recorded since inception of his administration.
He, said he would continue carry the youths along in the scheme of things.

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

Published

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

Published

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.