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Indian High Commissioner Harps On Medical Tourism

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Rivers State Commissioner for works, Chief Hon. Victor Giadom and his wife Mrs Cuador, (1st and 2nd right), President, Movenment for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) Mr Legbosi Piagbara and his wife Mrs Piagbara. (3rd and 2nd left) during the Dedication Service of Ogoni Project 2015 organised by MOSOP at Bori recently. Photo: Chris Monyanaga

Rivers State Commissioner for works, Chief Hon. Victor Giadom and his wife Mrs Cuador, (1st and 2nd right), President, Movenment for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) Mr Legbosi Piagbara and his wife Mrs Piagbara. (3rd and 2nd left) during the Dedication Service of Ogoni Project 2015 organised by MOSOP at Bori recently. Photo: Chris Monyanaga

The Indian High Com
missioner to Nigeria, Mr Ajjampur Ghanashyam, last Monday expressed the hope that the Nigeria Navy Referal Hospital in Calabar would become a medical tourism destination.
The high commissioner, who led a delegation on a visit to the headquarters of the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) in Calabar, stated this when he inspected facilities at the100-bed hospital.
Ghanashyam was received by the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), ENC, Rear Adm. Obiora Charles-Medani.
He expressed the optimism that the discussion opened on the issue would be fruitful.
“We had thought of having the discussion in Abuja but when we came we found out that the hospital structure was ready and we though it will be a good idea to start discussing.
“At the end of the discussion, we expect that the outcome will lead to medical tourism.
“There is so much congestion in Lagos and Abuja; so, it is a good idea to start with Calabar and once this is done, it will attract other organisations.
“People in this Cross River are lively and they are lucky to have a state like this,’’ he said.
Responding, Charles-Medani said the Navy invited the delegation from India to help set up an excellent hospital.
Earlier, the FOC inspected a parade to mark the end of the second FOC bi-annual inspection of units under the Eastern Naval Command.
He said the Navy would continually focus on passenger boats plying the waterways in Cross River and Akwa Ibom states to tackle piracy and other crime.
He charged commanders of operational bases in the areas to improve on their operations to curtail the ability of pirates to attack local passenger and trading boats plying Oron and Calabar waterways.

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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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