Crime Alert: Most Wanted Notorious Criminal ln Udu, Oke Olodi Has Been Arrested By Vigilante

Crime Alert: Most Wanted Notorious Criminal ln Udu, Oke Olodi Has Been Arrested By Vigilante 

 

The Udu Central Vigilante Team “A” on Sunday evening arrested a wanted criminal who has been on the watch list of security agencies for the past three years.

 

The suspect was identified as Oke Olodi Acha, aka Sharp.

The thirty-year-old suspect was arrested at Asjam at Du road in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State.

The suspect who specializes in the killing of Okada men and stealing of their motor-bikes was promptly handed over to the police in Ovwian/Aladja Divisional Headquarters for further interrogation and possible prosecution.

It was learnt that the suspect is an indigene and a “fighter” of Oghior community in their ongoing boundary dispute with Ukpiovwinc community in Udu LGA.

Meanwhile, community leaders and some lawyers have been calling for his release from police custody, saying he was being set up by the security agencies.

When contacted for comments, the Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Hafiz Inuwa confirmed the arrest of the suspect.

He said: “He has been arrested. He is already in the wanted list of the police for robbery and killing of one cyclist at Udu.”

Birthday Felicitation: Chief. Mulade Congratulates Ibori At 62, Describes Him As Monumental Achiever, Trail Blazer

Birthday Felicitation: Chief. Mulade Congratulates Ibori At 62, Describes Him As Monumental Achiever, Trail Blazer 

An activist /global Peace Ambassador and The National Coordinator/CEO Centre For Peace and Environmental Justice, CEPEJ, Chief Amb. Comrade  Sheriff Mulade has congratulated the former Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Chief James Onanefe Ibori as he celebrates his 62nd birthday.

Chief Mulade who is also the 'Ibe-Sorimowei a traditional title holder of the Great Ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom, described Chief James Ibori as a man whose achievements while as the Delta State Governor between 1999 to 2007 speaks volume and are monumental across all parts of Delta state since his coming onboard and exit as governor after his successful tenure, Delta hasn't had it like his time with development in all facets of the state, adding that he is a trailblazer fondly referenced by admirers as the founder of modern Democratic delta development.

The CEPEJ National Coordinator/CEO stressed that while holding sway as the number one man in Delta State, His Excellency Chief Ibori was a watershed of projects. It is on record that he constructed the gigantic Bomadi Bridge in Bomadi local government area and Amadino Bridge in Warri South LGA thereby opening the communities to vehicular civilization as well as boosting the economic activities of that part of the state. Chief Ibori also fast tracked the construction of roads in Warri, Asaba, Agbor, Kwale, Ughelli, Isoko and across the North, Central and southern  Parts of the state.

He pointed out that Chief Ibori is a lover of peace, noting that the Warri crises which he inherited prior to his administration, he made sure he restored peace among Ijaws and Itsekiri as well as their neighbours which the area now enjoy as a result of his strong commitment to promoting unity, love among ethnic groups and coexistence in the state.

The Ibe-Sorimowei of the great ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom said God will continue to make the former Governor who brought modern Democratic development and progress to soar higher as he celebrates his birthday anniversary, he wished him great things and good health, peace and joy in his life endeavours.

NDDC Saga: Uduaghan Denies Akpabio’s N429m NDDC Road Contract Allegation, Says Report ls False And Laughable

NDDC Saga: Uduaghan Denies Akpabio’s N429m NDDC Road Contract Allegation, Says Report ls False And Laughable

Francis Tayor

The immediate past governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, says allegation by the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio, accusing him of collecting N429m road contract from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is false.

Uduaghan described the report as laughable and untrue in its entirety.

According to media report, Akpabio in a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, had linked Uduaghan and Chief James Ibori, also a former governor of Delta, among others with some contracts awarded by NDDC.

The media reports quoting the minister saying that Uduaghan, now a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was linked to the emergency repairs of Close B, Alhaji Estate & Environs, Rumuodomaya, Port Harcourt at a cost of N429m.

But Udugahan in a statement signed by his Media Assistant, Monoyo Edon, debunked the allegation, stressing that he had never “approached the NDDC for any contract whatsoever.”

The former governor said he had reached out to Akpabio, his former governor colleague, to immediately correct the report as he had never been awarded contracts by the interventionist agency.

Uduaghan said, “We want to state very clearly that the said accusation is FALSE. Dr. 

Uduaghan has never approached the NDDC for any contract whatsoever. It is even more ridiculous that the said contract is a road inside Port Harcourt town.

“Dr. Uduaghan has drawn the attention of the Hon. Minister of the Niger Delta, Sen Godswill Akpabio to the publication and hopes he makes a correction.”

He, however, advised the reading public to disregard the mischievous publication, the statement adds.

Just-ln: Shoprite To Close Operation ln Nigeria Due To Negative Effect Of Coronavirus Outbreak

Just-ln: Shoprite To Close Operation ln Nigeria Due To Negative Effect Of Coronavirus Outbreak 

Francis Tayor

South African Company, Shoprite Holdings Limited, has blamed its decision to close operations in Nigeria on the outbreak of the coronavirus.

The company revealed on Monday that it will auction off its outlets in Nigeria.

This is coming about 15 years after it opened its first store in Lagos in December 2005.

According to our source reports that the megastore company with presence in most Nigerian cities hinged this decision on the coronavirus pandemic which has disrupted major businesses globally.

In an “Operational and Voluntary Trading Update (52 Weeks Ended 28 June 2020)” released on Monday, the company said it has been approached by “various potential investors”.

The update partly read, “Despite difficult circumstances, in a year incorporating the COVID-19 lockdown and accompanying regulations governing trade, transport and operations, the Group increased total sale of merchandise for the 52 weeks to 28 June 2020 (including the impact of hyperinflation in the prior year) by 6.4% to approximately R156.9 billion. Like-for-like growth for the year was 4.4%.

“Following approaches from various potential investors, and in line with our re-evaluation of the Group’s operating model in Nigeria, the Board has decided to initiate a formal process to consider the potential sale of all, or a majority stake, in Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of Shoprite International Limited.

“As such, Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited may be classified as a discontinued operation when Shoprite reports its results for the year. Any further updates will be provided to the market at the appropriate time.”

The company, which provides jobs for more than 2,000 Nigerians, has over 25 stores across eight states of the Federation including the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The South African business established 40 years ago with over 500 stores across the continent is arguably Africa’s largest grocery retailers.

Registration Of New Members PDP Ward 7 Ayakoromo Has Commenced, As Chairman Perekeme Urges Party Faithfuls To Register

Registration Of New Members PDP Ward 7 Ayakoromo Has Commenced, As Chairman Perekeme Urges Party Faithfuls To Register

Francis Tayor

Registration of new members as well as old members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Ward 7 Ayakoromo in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State has commenced.

In a statement signed on the 1st August, by Ward 7 PDP Chairman, Prince Kelvin Perekeme said those who newly decamped to PDP from opposition party as well as those who have not registered with PDP in Ward 7 over the years should make use of this opportunity to do that.

He called on all party faithfuls who are yet to register in the party to contact the Secretary, Mr. Amatelemo Oyakegha on 07033548852 in order to be registered as active members of the party.

He reiterated that if your name is not found in the party register, it means you are not a member of the party. " That means any benefit coming to PDP will bypass you because you are not a  registered party member."

He therefore, urged those who are yet to registered with PDP to do that, stressing that better things are coming on the way for party faithfuls, Prince Kelvin stated.

Corruption: Political Appointees Have Abused Trust Reposed On Them, President Buhari Reacts To lnvestigations ln NDDC, EFCC Saga

Corruption: Political Appointees Have Abused Trust Reposed On Them, President Buhari Reacts To lnvestigations ln NDDC, EFCC Saga

Francis Tayor

Abuja_____ President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday in Abuja reacted for the first time on the allegations of corruption levelled against the leaderships of some Federal Government Agencies and Commissions.

These commissions include the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

The president, who spoke after observing his Eid prayers at the forecourt of the presidential villa, observed that some appointees of the government in both his administration and the previous one have abused their trust.

He, however, expressed delight that some stolen assets are being recovered, sold and proceeds put into the Single Treasury Account (TSA), which is inaccessible to the corrupt persons involved.

When asked how he felt about recent revelations coming out from the EFCC and the NDDC, President Buhari said:

“There has been an abuse of trust by people trusted by the previous administration and this administration.

“A number of assets have been recovered and some money.

“But we have introduced TSA where all the monies are taken and I said asset should be sold and the money be put through TSA so that it can be identified at any level and I will see who will come after us and take it back again to those who misappropriated public funds.”

While assuring that all past and present cases would be fully investigated, he said: “This is why we put the commission (of investigation) in place.”

He stressed that all of such cases would be uncovered and firmly dealt with by his government.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports Senate and House of Representatives are currently investigating how the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) allegedly squandered N40 billion within few months.

NAN also reports that the Presidency had instituted a Presidential Probe Panel headed by retired Justice Ayo Salami to investigate allegations of gross misconduct against the suspended acting Chairman of the EFCC, Ibrahim Magu.

The alarming negative statistics resulting from tricycle accidents and the compelling need to enhance safety remains sacrosanct - Oromoni

The alarming negative statistics resulting from tricycle accidents and the compelling need to enhance safety remains sacrosanct - Oromoni 

A statement signed by the Delta State Taskforce Chairman Honourable Sylvester Oromoni, affirmed that the ongoing enforcement of traffic laws will be stepped up across the State to check cyclists from violating the laws.

The violation of traffic laws by commercial motorcyclists remain unacceptable and this has necessitated the enforcement of the State Traffic Law to pave the way for the implementation of the present administration traffic laws. 

“Their operations were restricted from the federal roads, including highways, yet they felt protest will make us rescind our decision. 

We cannot fold our arms and watch them disrupt the peace of the State. Accidents involving tricycles were reported between yesterday and this afternoon. At Okuokoko today by 2.11pm another accident was recorded along this said road.

Bemoaning the era of indecency exhibited by tricycle riders, the the State Taskforce Chairman on Environment stated that their consistent and brazen disregard for the law, in addition to drug abuse by many should be a matter of concern to us all.

Keke is being used to escape after robberies. Besides, the influx into the State of many riders without traceable addresses and valid means of identification remains a huge security and safety threat to residents.

Aside from the sheer size of the industry, the level of indiscipline, security concerns and, particularly, the level of fatalities being recorded daily, demand appropriate and very serious sanctions. 

Honourable Sylvester Oromoni affirmed that the resolve to strengthen security has reinvigorated the government’s commitment to instilling sanity in the operation of ‘‘Keke’ business.