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NDDC Assures On Early Completion Of Roads

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Development Commission (NDDC), has re-stated its commitment to executing high quality projects and programmes that would facilitate growth and serve the people of Nigeria’s oil-producing region.
Speaking when he inspected some NDDC projects in Delta State, the Managing Director of the Commission, Barr. Bassey Dan- Abia, said that much as the new board was in a hurry to complete on-going projects, it would not compromise on quality.
The Managing Director, who was accompanied by the Executive Director Projects, Engr. Tuoyo Omatsuli and the Delta State representative on the board of the NDDC, Hon. Tom Amioku, inspected the 42.6-kilometre Iselegu/Utagba-Uno/Obiaruku and the 18-kilometre Ugiliama/Eweshi/Ogume/Abbi roads in Ndokwa West local government area of Delta State.
They also inspected the newly completed proto-type hostel building at the Delta State University in Abraka.
Dan-Abia said that the new leadership of the NDDC was making a conscious effort to complete and hand over quality projects that would be of immense benefit to the people of the Niger Delta.
He expressed satisfaction with the high standard of work on the two roads, noting that the indigenous construction company that executed the jobs had set a benchmark for other contractors working for the NDDC.
He said: “This is a good job by any standard. It is the kind of thing that we are looking forward to seeing. Our critics need to see projects like this to appreciate the efforts of the NDDC.”
The Managing Director promised that the Iselegu – Obiaruku road, which he described as the longest NDDC road in the Niger Delta, would be commissioned in the next one month.
According to him, this was necessary because the commission was in a hurry to develop the Niger Delta to support the transformation agenda of President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration.
At the Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka campus, the NDDC team also applauded the contractor that executed the 176-room modern hostel, which is now ready for the students to occupy.
Dan-Abia assured the students that everything was set for the formal handing over of the hostel to the university authorities for their use.
He said that the hostel was a good example of the high standard for which the NDDC would now be identified. “This is a proof that we are not just executing political projects. We are rather delivering projects that touch the lives of the people and are equally sustainable,” Dan-Abia said.

General Manager, Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, Mr Celestine Ogolo (right), his wife, Ibinabo (2nd right), former Director in the Ministry of Information and Communications, Mr Blessing Nwikina and his wife, during Diabetis Care International Foundation semainar in Port Harcourt, recently. Photo: Prince Obinna Dele

General Manager, Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, Mr Celestine Ogolo (right), his wife, Ibinabo (2nd right), former Director in the Ministry of Information and Communications, Mr Blessing Nwikina and his wife, during Diabetis Care International Foundation semainar in Port Harcourt, recently. Photo: Prince Obinna Dele

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Edo CP Vows Justice For Slain NSCDC Operatives

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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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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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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.
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