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LG Tenure Crisis: Rivers Police Confirm Death of Policeman, Vigilante, Takes Over All 23 LGAs

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1 week ago

June 19, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

The Rivers State Police Command has said that it has assumed control of all the local government Secretariat in the state following the breakdown of law and order on Tuesday.

A statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, revealed that in a bid to forestall further breakdown of law and order, the Command has taken possession of all the local government Secretariat in the state. She informed that two security operatives; a police officer and a vigilante lost their lives during the mayhem.

Below is her full statement:

Following the breakdown of law and order in the various Local Government Council secretariats in Rivers State where supporters of the two Political factions clashed over the tenure of Local Government Council Chairmen, a case of death was recorded at Eberi-Omuma, Omuma LGA, where a Police officer and a vigilante were killed.

To forestall more bloodshed and prevent a further breakdown of law and order, the Police have taken over all the 23 Council Secretariats and some critical government infrastructure in the state. Conventional police officers and anti-riot police officers have been deployed to these facilities.

While urging all groups and individuals to be law-abiding, the Command also warn anyone who intends to cause mayhem as we will not hesitate to impose the full weight of the law on them.

We also wish to ask the law-abiding residents and visitors in the state to go about their lawful businesses without fear. We are resolved to carry out our constitutional duty of protecting lives and property.

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Mastermind of Rivers Explosion Found

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8 hours ago

June 26, 2024

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The Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Adaeze Oreh, says the prime suspect in the explosion that rocked Port Harcourt on Tuesday has been found.

The commissioner said the suspect was found at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, formerly Braithwaite Memorial Specialist Hospital (BMH).

She said the doctors at the hospital alerted the government on Tuesday night that a patient with an injury believed to be caused by a blast, was presented as a victim of a road traffic accident.

She said the suspect was brought to the government facility in a semi-conscious state, but was quickly taken into the theatre for resuscitation.

Oreh said the suspect is now in a stable condition.

The hospital premises have been fully secured, as the government is working with the police to get to the bottom of the matter.

The commissioner spoke to journalists at the hospital premises in Old GRA, near the Rivers State Government House, after responding to the call by the doctors last night.

Reports said that one person was killed in the explosion.

The area is a hub for Bureau de Change operators, and some of them said they heard explosions but were not willing to speak on the incident.

However, an eyewitness who did not want to talk on camera, said the impact of the blast ripped open the victim’s chest.

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Senior Customs Officer Slumps, Dies at NASS Complex

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1 day ago

June 25, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

Tragedy struck on Tuesday at the National Assembly complex when the Deputy Comptroller of Finance Administration and Technical Service, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Essien Etop Andrew, slumped and died.

The deceased was appearing before a House Committee when the unfortunate incident occurred, according to a statement signed by House Spokesman/Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Akin Rotimi Jnr.

The statement reads:

“It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm the passing of an esteemed official of the Nigeria Customs Service who was at the National Assembly for an engagement with a House Committee.

During the engagement, which occurred around 1.00pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the official developed sudden health complications. Despite the immediate and diligent efforts of first responders and medical personnel at the National Assembly Clinic, he unfortunately passed away.

Out of respect for the family, the official’s name will not be disclosed at this time.

The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased during this difficult time. We recognize the significant contributions he made to the Nigeria Customs Service and to our nation.

The House of Representatives stands ready to support efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and is cooperating fully with all relevant authorities to ensure all necessary protocols are followed.

The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dedicated public servant. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”

Further information will be provided as it becomes available. We ask for patience and respect for the privacy of the family during this period of mourning.

Our sympathies are with his loved ones.”

Thank you.

Source: CKNNews