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Mrs Ayade Pledges Support For Obudu Women

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The wife of Cross River State Governor, Dr Linda Ayade has pledged continued support to the Obudu Women Development Association, Calabar branch.
Dr Ayade made the pledge recently at the Governor’s Lodge, Calabar when members of the Association paid her a courtesy visit.
The Governor’s wife who is also a member of the Association expressed thanks to the women for finding time to come and visit her and also condole with her on the demise of her Special Adviser, Late Mrs Rose Eneji who until her death was a member of the group.
Dr. Ayade said she was glad to receive them as well as associate with them, describing them as her women, mothers, sisters and support base who have always been standing by her to support her whenever the need arises, especially during the demise of late Mrs Rose Eneji and for the role they played in prayers, visits, contributions before and during the burial ceremony.
She pledged to look into the issues raised by the women and proffer solutions to them, as well as support them in whichever way she could for the growth of the association.
She also expressed appreciation to the women for the items donated to her in support of the Ayade campaign which included, one hundred and fifty campaign T Shirts, bags of salt, packets of maggi, tomatoes, amongst others, praying God to bless and replenish where ever they sourced from.
Also speaking, the President of Obudu Women Development Association, Calabar branch, Mrs Agnes Andor Andeshi, thanked the Governor’s wife for the audience granted them, as well as the warm reception given to them. 
She commended Dr Ayade and her husband, Senator Ben Ayade for all the achievements recorded in the state since they assumed office, thereby contributing to the growth of the state.
According to Andeshi, the Obudu women are very happy to have Dr Ayade as the mother of the state and are proud of her, adding that as one of them and a member of the group, she has equally made them proud.
Mrs Andeshi maintained that Dr Ayade and her husband, the state governor had done so much in touching the lives of Cross Riverians and that even before they assumed office, they have been reaching out to the needs of people, especially the less privileged in the society, while praying God to continue to bless and keep them.
She said that the wisdom and knowledge God had given to them would take them to greater heights and promised total support on behalf of the group for the return of Senator Ayade as governor, in the coming election.

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Police Arrest 95 Cultists, Recover Firearms In Benin Raids

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May 12, 2025

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The Police Command in Edo State has arrested 95 suspected cultists and recovered multiple firearms and ammunition during a week-long operation targeting cult-related violence in the Benin metropolis.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, disclosed this in a statement made available to The Tide’s source.
Yamu said operatives of the command also seized two locally made pistols, a single-barrel shotgun, and 24 live cartridges during intelligence-led raids.
According to him, the suspects are alleged members of the Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities, which authorities say are responsible for recent cult supremacy killings in the state.
He said the Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Monday Agbonika, warned youths against joining unlawful societies.
He noted that the commissioner urged parents to monitor their children’s activities.
“These groups destroy futures and end lives, both of members and innocent citizens”, he said.
Of the 95 suspects, he said that 64 had been charged to court, and remanded in custodian center, while investigations continued on the remaining cases.
The command’s spokesperson assured residents of Edo of continued efforts to dismantle cult networks and restore public safety.
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Oyetola Distributes Life Jackets To Water Transportation Users In Bayelsa

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May 12, 2025

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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has distribution of 3,500 life jackets to water transportation users in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State Capital.
The Minister said the gesture was part of Federal Government’s efforts to tackle recurring boat mishaps in the country.
Oyetola explained the critical role water transportation had played in the daily lives of Nigerians, particularly in coastal and riverine communities.
He described the life jackets, which were long overdue, as reflecting the government’s unwavering commitment to preserving lives and promoting a safe marine environment.
“What we are doing here today is saving lives. It is that simple. With these life jackets, we are empowering our waterways users, fishermen, traders, students, and transport operators with the basic tools to survive and be safe”, Oyetola said.
The Tide’s source reports that similar life jackets were distributed in Minna, Niger State on April 29.
The programme is part of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy’s first phase of intervention.
The minister said Bayelsa was a priority in the campaign and commended Governor Douye Diri for aligning with the Federal Government’s Marine and Blue Economy agenda.
Oyetola applauded Bayelsa’s creation of a state Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, and commitment to the development of the Agge Deep Seaport.
He described the seaport as “transformative and visionary,” capable of reshaping the economic landscape of not just Bayelsa, but the entire South-South region.
“The Agge Deep Seaport will serve as a major maritime gateway, facilitating international trade, reducing congestion at existing ports, create jobs, boost investments, and accelerate development in the Niger Delta.
Oyetola urged all boat operators and passengers to wear life jackets at all times, stressing that safety could not be compromised.
“They are not for decoration, they are for your protection. Safety is everyone’s responsibility”, Oyetola said.
Speaking earlier, Diri commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for creating the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to harness Nigeria’s maritime potential.
Diri also praised Oyetola for fostering cooperation with Bayelsa and stressed the need for continuous public education on water safety.
“Education about safety on the waterways must be sustained if we are to reduce the tragic loss of lives from boat mishaps”, Diri said.
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C’ River Repeals Essential Drug Programme Law 2002

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The Cross River State House of Assembly has repealed the essential drugs programme law 2002 and passed the state’s Drugs and Health Commodities Management Agency bill, 2025 into law.
The bill, which was sponsored by the member representing Boki 2 State Constituency, Mr. Hillary Bisong, was first read at plenary on September 12, 2024.
It was later referred to the House Committee on Health, Nutrition and Food Security after the second reading.
Speaking on the bill, Bisong, who doubles as the Chairman of the Health Committee, recalled that the World Health Organisation (WHO) introduced  the Essential Drug Programme globally in 198, noting that in 2002, the programme was passaged in Cross River State.
He, however, said while  several provisions of the Essential Drug Programme Law were retained, the new law offered a more comprehensive framework.
“The law was transited from a programme-based structure to a full-fledged agency model, thereby expanding its scope of operation to meet the present day healthcare delivery realities.
‘’The proposed agency will take charge of enforcement of standards for proper management and distribution and overseeing circulation of drugs and health commodities across the state,’’ he explained.
In separate contributions, the lawmakers unanimously supported the bill, maintaining that the proposed agency would enhance the performance of the existing health insurance scheme as well as create employment opportunities.
Expressing happiness over the passage of the bill, the Speaker of the House, Mr. Elvert Ayambem, said the 10th Assembly would continue to enhance good governance through people-oriented legislation.
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