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RSPHCMB Scribe Leads Zero Polio Immunization In Rivers … Urges Parents, Others To Participate

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2 years ago

November 13, 2023

The Executive Secretary of Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board (RSPHCMB), Dr Kinikanwo Innocent Green, is currently leading the charge in the “Keep Polio at Zero Campaign” across Rivers State.

Dr. Green, who has been actively engaging with the House-to-House, and Fixed Post Teams since the exercise started last Saturday, to ensure effective implementation of the vaccination drive, said he “understands the significance of reaching every household and is personally involved in coordinating efforts to ensure no one is left behind”.

According to him, he visited the Port Harcourt City Local Government Area and Obio/Akpor Local Government Area to oversee the vaccination process.

During these visits, he stated, he interacted with parents, emphasizing the importance of allowing children to receive the polio vaccine.

He assured them that “the vaccine is safe and can protect your children from this preventable disease”.

In his efforts to address any challenges faced by the teams on ground, the Executive Secretary visited the Rivers State Primary Health Care Centre at Churchill, where he interacted with the various teams involved in the campaign and addressed their concerns.

Describing his approach, Dr. Green said it is “proactive and highlights my commitment to ensuring the success of the Keep Polio at Zero Campaign”.

Also involved in the visits were the Director of Community Health at the RSPHCMB, Dr. Joy Wihioka, alongside other community leaders.

The tide reports that their presence further demonstrated the collaborative effort being made to protect the health and wellbeing of the people of Rivers State.
The RSPHCMB Scribe explained that the efforts so far made in executing the immunization exercise aims to maintain a polio-free state and secure a healthier future for the children of Rivers State.

Highpoint of the supervision was when Dr. Green visited the Palace of the Paramount Ruler and Nyewe-Eli Apara Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Eze Chike Worlu-Wodo, at his palace in Rumuigbo.

By: Sogbeba Dokubo

Niger Delta

Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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3 days 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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3 days 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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3 days 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.