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Call for Military Withdrawal from Igbomotoru Following Okuama Killings

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Call for Military Withdrawal from Igbomotoru Following Okuama Killings

A request has been made by the Ijaw Integrity Group (IIG), an Ijaw think-tank, for the Nigerian military to withdraw their troops from Igbomotoru town in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. In response to the withdrawal of troops from Okuama in Delta State where several soldiers were tragically killed during a peaceful mission, Chairman of the group, Walter Moneyman, commended the military for heeding reason and vacating Okuama. This action has helped to alleviate tension in the area. It is now suggested that the withdrawal of soldiers from Okuama should also be mirrored in Igbomotoru town in Bayelsa State, despite it not sharing a boundary with Okuama. Pointing out that the residents of Igbomotoru have suffered significantly from the Okuama incident and continue to l...

Man convicted of defiling a minor in Port Harcourt, sentenced to 16 years in prison

17May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Man convicted of defiling a minor in Port Harcourt, sentenced to 16 years in prison

In Port Harcourt, a man named Charles Ogagbe has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for defiling a 15-year-old girl by a Magistrate Court. Originally from Delta State, Ogagbe was found guilty of the crime that took place in 2022 in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The judgment delivered by Chief Magistrate Rita Oguguo highlighted the prosecution's success in proving the case of defilement against Ogagbe, in accordance with the Child Rights Act. Chief Magistrate Oguguo imposed a sentence of 16 years imprisonment on him, without the possibility of a fine.

Forum urges oil companies to prioritize host communities’ issues before divesting

17May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Forum urges oil companies to prioritize host communities’ issues before divesting

The Niger Delta Activists Forum is urging multinational oil firms considering divestment to prioritize addressing the grievances of their host communities before making any moves. In a recent statement, the forum highlighted key concerns such as spillages, unresolved Global Memorandum of Understanding (GMoUs), right of ways, legacy projects, and community local content issues under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) that have been neglected by these oil companies. Emphasizing the importance of taking into account the interests of host communities during divestment, the forum expressed frustration with the multinational corporations for their unresponsiveness and reluctance to address these concerns. There are concerns that the current operators may not transfer their outstanding liabilit...

Arrest of Cameroonian and Two Nigerians Linked to Kidnappings

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Arrest of Cameroonian and Two Nigerians Linked to Kidnappings

An operation involving detectives from Force Headquarters, Abuja, and operatives of Delta State Police Command resulted in the apprehension of a Cameroonian and two Nigerians for their involvement in kidnapping activities. Operating in Orerokpe, Sapele, and Warri areas of Delta State, the three-man gang targeted unsuspecting residents. The suspects hail from Kaduna, Kogi, and Cameroon, respectively. Following intelligence gathered on kidnappings in the Warri region, suspicion fell on Yakubu Ya’u, a 20-year-old resident of Kaduna known for frequenting Oha and Ughwagba communities in Okpe Local Government Area to abduct victims for ransom. Under the leadership of DPO of Orerokpe Division, DSP Paul Oboware, the detectives traced the suspect to his hideout in Warri, leading to his arrest....

Presidential Amnesty Programme Chief Encourages Niger Delta Youths to Reject Violence on Isaac Boro Day

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Presidential Amnesty Programme Chief Encourages Niger Delta Youths to Reject Violence on Isaac Boro Day

As the Niger Delta region observes the annual Isaac Boro Day, Chief Dennis Otuaro, the administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, has called on the youth in the area to avoid resorting to violence. Every year on May 16, Boro Day is commemorated in memory of Major Isaac Adaka Boro, a prominent Ijaw freedom fighter who lost his life in Okrika, Rivers State, while fighting for the Nigerian government during the Civil War. Major Isaac Boro, revered as a hero among the Ijaw people, is renowned for his endeavors to liberate the Ijaw community. He initiated the declaration of the Niger Delta Republic and later fought for better terms for his people from international oil companies. In a statement released in honor of this year's Boro Day, Otuaro's Special Assistant on Media, M...

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Abia Warriors’ Samson Obi Aims to Increase Goal Count

Samson Obi, forward for Abia Warriors, is looking forward to scoring more goals in the Nigeria Premier Football League. During the 2-0 victory against Rivers United at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Wednesday, Obi found the back of the net for Abia Warriors. With seven goals to his name, Obi is currently the top scorer for Abia Warriors. He has expressed his desire to score three more goals before the season concludes. Speaking to the club's media, he said, "I am extremely pleased because I have put in a lot of hard work to achieve this milestone." "My goal is to increase my goal tally by the end of this season."

The House of Representatives to Investigate Daily Increase in Prices of Commodities

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The House of Representatives to Investigate Daily Increase in Prices of Commodities

The House of Representatives has tasked its Committee on Commerce with looking into the continuous rise in prices of goods across the country. This decision was made following the approval of a motion presented by Jesess Onuakalusi (PDP-Delta) on Thursday, titled "The Urgent Need for Price Control Board of Nigeria to Fulfill its Constitutional Duties". In his presentation, Onuakalusi mentioned that the price control board had neglected its duty of regulating commodity prices, leaving it in the hands of marketers to set prices at the expense of consumers. He highlighted the fact that while workers' salaries remain unchanged, the cost of goods keeps escalating on a daily basis. "The primary role of the price control board is to oversee and manage the prices of all goods in Nigeria," he em...

Delta Police Apprehend Foreign National and Two Others for Suspected Kidnapping

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Delta Police Apprehend Foreign National and Two Others for Suspected Kidnapping

Three individuals, including a foreigner, have been detained by the Delta Police Command in connection to alleged kidnapping activities in the state. SP Bright Edafe, the spokesperson for the command, informed reporters in Warri on Thursday that the suspects were apprehended over the weekend at their undisclosed locations in Warri. Edafe explained that the arrests were made by a joint team of police officers from the Orerokpe division and operatives from the Force Intelligence Unit in Abuja. According to Edafe, intelligence reports on kidnapping cases in the Warri area pointed to the involvement of Yakubu Ya’u in Oha and Ughwagba Communities in Okpe Local Government Area. He disclosed, “The suspect, along with his accomplices, has been abducting unsuspecting residents for ransom...

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Halilu Buzu, a Notorious Bandit, Wanted by Military for Terrorism and Illegal Arms Supplies

The military has officially declared Halilu Buzu, a well-known bandit and leader of kidnappers, wanted for crimes including terrorism, illegal arms trafficking, unauthorized mining, and cattle theft. During the regular media briefing on Thursday, May 16, Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, made this announcement. Buzu, a native of Niger State, is said to take shelter in a forest in Zamfara State and frequently flees to Niger Republic following his criminal activities in Nigeria. The military is collaborating with authorities from Niger Republic to apprehend the criminal, who commands a considerable number of followers. Maj. Gen. Buba also shared that the Nigerian Army has successfully rescued a total of 253 hostages in the past fortnight. This achievement ...

The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals

16May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals

It has been reported that the World Bank has taken action against 59 Nigerian companies and individuals due to their involvement in corrupt practices and various procurement offenses. The information was recently made public on the World Bank's website under the title 'World Bank Listing of Ineligible Firms and Individuals Notes on Debarred Firms and Individuals'. Among those impacted, there are 39 Nigerian companies that were previously blacklisted by the African Development Bank (AfDB), as well as 19 individuals who were flagged by the World Bank through the cross-debarment policy. The World Bank regularly updates the list every three hours, and as of the current moment, the list contains a total of 1,210 companies and individuals worldwide. As a result of this action, the companies...