Nsit Atai Daily

27/02/2024

The age-long land dispute between Ikot Edong Village in Nsit Atai LGA and Ekpene Ukim in Uruan LGA as well as that of Ndon Ikot Itie Udung in Nsit Atai LGA and Ekpene Ukim in Uruan LGA was finally brought to an end by the intervention of the Akwa Ibom State Government.

The ceremonial tree planting exercise to demarcate the boundaries of these communities was performed yesterday, Monday 26th February 2024 by the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Senator Dr Akon Eyakenyi.

Peace has finally returned to these communities. To God be the glory.

20/12/2023

Today the 20th day of December 2023, was for the Royal, The Great, Phenomenal and ever-hardworking People of Nsit Atai Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, at The Ibom Christmas village

And we display our Rich Agricultural resources which include plantain, Yam, palm Oil, Fruits, Vegetables etc.

Agriculture provides employment and means of livelihood to the great people of Nsit Atai.

In addition, there was also a Cultural display of Ekpo, Obio Okpo, Unenk etc.

Ladies and Gentlemen, my name is Blessing Darby & l am a proud daughter of this LGA. 🤗

09/12/2023

Yesterday, 8thDec., 2023, Elder IniObong Effiong Obot was honoured with an Award Of Excellence by the Nigerian Society Of Chemical Engineers, NSCE - Akwa Ibom State/Cross River State.

According to the Association, the award is in recognition of his contribution in the area of Entrepreneurship prowess, Professional Excellence, Community and Human Capital Development.

The award of Excellence recognizes outstanding achievements made by individuals.

Sharing the words of Lewis Mumford in his TRANSFORMATIONS OF MAN that "Every goal a man reaches provides a new starting point and the sum of all man's days is just the beginning."

Elder IniObong Obot, a banker - an indigene of Ikot Nko village in Nsit Atai Local Govt. Area, has made a remarkable impact in his private life and chosen field and has led by example in all he has done. He is a recipient of numerous awards in recognition of his leadership, participation in and sustained commitment in the area of Community and Human Capital Development.

He has epitomized that type of public servant who is not necessarily the celebrity, or the front men, but who, through utter determination and unabashed love of interests, whether they be in the Financial sector, Church, Governance, Community Development etc., and has strengthened the fabric of these aspects of social life.

He has proved himself as an effective administrator, inspiring motivator and intelligent leader.

He gets a job done unobtrusively and efficiently, he communicates well and has creative ideas which he is able to see through to completion.

He certainly has set fine example of accountability, dependability and commitment.

Elder IniObong Obot, the Obonguwana Afaha, without question, deserves the award of the Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers NSCE

Congratulations, Sir!

31/10/2023

WE RESPECTFULLY INVITE ALL OUR FRIENDS TO ATTEND OUR MARRIAGE.

DATES: 9th November, 2023
Traditional marriage at Ikpa Ibiono after Ikot Mbang market, opposite Efaco filling station, Okobo Ibiono, Ibiono Ibom LGA

Wedding: 11th Nov., 2023
@ United Evangelical Church, IFA Ikot Obong, by IFA Atai Big Junction, Uyo.

May you encounter great things of gladness as you honour our invitation.

IMAOBONG & ERNEST 💑

25/10/2023

Be their guest

As our sister, Ms Deborah Etukudo exchanges marital vows with her love, Mr Nsibiet Tommy

Traditional Marriage: Thursday, 26th October 2023
Venue: Late Chief Willie Edet Etukudo's Family Compound, Idiaba, Nsit Atai LGA

Time: 12 🕛 ( Noon )

See IV below for more details.

Congratulations, gorgeous couple.

25/10/2023

PHOTOS: Lagos Doctor Bags Life Imprisonment For R**e

The Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence sitting in Ikeja on Tuesday sentenced the Medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, Doctor Olufemi Olaleye, to life imprisonment for the defilement of his wife’s niece.

Olaleye was arraigned on two counts which bordered on defilement and s*xual assault by pe*******on of his wife’s niece, preferred against him by the Lagos State Government.

Justice Rahman Oshodi sentenced him after he found him guilty of the offence of defilement and s*xual pe*******on of a 15-year-old girl.

The judge held that the prosecution was able to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt and that all the evidence before the court corroborated that of the victim.

Olaleye was accused of unlawfully having s*xual in*******se with his wife’s 15-year-old niece. He was also accused of s*xually assaulting the teenager by penetrating her mouth with his p***s.

During the trial, the convict’s wife, Aderemi Olaleye, told the court that her husband had been s*xually abusing her niece during her stay with them.

She also testified that the convict first introduced po*******hy and oral s*x to the victim, and he released s***m into her mouth, stating that it started from March 2020 to July 2021.

The witness narrated to Justice Oshodi that the girl confessed to a relative and their driver that the doctor had been sleeping with her and threatened to kill her and the witness if she told anyone.

The mother of two, who is the complainant, said on oath, “My lord, on November 27, 2021, my second cousin told my aunty, who is my mother’s sister, that since March 2020, Femi has been s*xually abusing her and introduced her to po*******hy; from there, he graduated to oral s*x with her, and that he does this in different places in the home where there are no cameras.”

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19/10/2023

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13/05/2023

CITIZEN MKO'S CRY FOR JUSTICE TO GOVERNOR UDOM EMMANUEL GATHERS MORE TEARS AS THE 7-DAY HUNGER STRIKE ENTERS DAY FIVE (5)

The lame, the blind, the traumatized, and the able joined me at the entrance to Govt House and Akwa Ibom State Traditional Rulers Council Secretariat to cry to Gov Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State to give his attention and address inhuman oppressors afflicting him and some others in Akwa Ibom State.

We just want our lives back before May 29, 2023.

-Citizen Matthew Koffi Okono (MKO)
A patriot turned victim of organized oppression and injustice in Akwa Ibom State.

Friday, May 12, 2023

23/10/2022

Happy Sunday!

Let's enjoy Akwa Ibom Acapella

Nyiñ ikidihe ndita nyung nwóng
But s'enimde nyin ke iso
Nyin idiyónke ikpóng

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23/10/2022

Man ‘summons’ ex-girlfriend with millipedes for reneging on marriage promise.

By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR

There was mild drama, yesterday, at Atimbo, Calabar Municipal Local Government Area, in Cross River State, following the invasion of an apartment by a colony of millipedes sent by an ex-lover (man) to a lady who reneged on her promise to marry him after seeing her through school.

Vanguard gathered that the millipede-infested apartment at 4, Orok Effiom Street off Atimbo belonged to a middle-aged lady and the colony of millipedes was a traditional way of “summons.”

The colony of millipedes spiritually sent was also accompanied by a letter stating the reason they (millipedes) were sent to the lady’s apartment.

An eyewitness, who didn’t want his name in print, said: “She refused to marry the man who saw her through the university, and when she got back as a graduate she started behaving funny to the man.

“From what we heard, she told her ex-lover that she can no longer marry him because she cannot end up with an illiterate husband. The man could not stomach the betrayal any longer and then decided to go spiritual.

“We believe the man went to their deity and summoned her from there, somewhere in Akwa Ibom (Oron). So, from the note that came with the colony of millipede, she must go and explain herself or face the consequence which may not be too good.”

“ As I speak to you she has left the house, I saw her this morning, but the Summons(a colony of millipedes) appeared at her doorstep last night ( Wednesday),”

When Vanguard visited the scene of the incident, there was a large crowd and the girl in question had abandoned her apartment for fear, it was however gathered that the millipedes will remain there until she meets the demand as stated in the letter.

Another eyewitness, who pleaded anonymity, said she must pay the cost incurred by her ex-boyfriend before the cleansing will be carried out else her life might be in grave danger.
“If any of the millipedes are killed intentionally she will perform a full burial rite and also buy a coffin and do all the ceremony involved, “ he said.

©VANGUARD

21/10/2022

Apostle Suleman’s convoy attacked; Several Policemen shot dead…

Gunmen on Friday attacked the convoy of Apostle Johnson Suleman along Wareke Road, Auchi Edo State, and allegedly killed seven persons including three policemen.

Suleman returned from a foreign trip and was heading to a destination in Edo State when the gunmen attacked his convoy around the Auchi area of the state.

During the attack, the gunmen reportedly opened fire on his convoy, allegedly killing three of his police orderlies and four other yet-to-be-identified persons.

Video of the horrific scene is too graphic for Facebook.

20/10/2022

Breaking:

University of Uyo reopens for lectures on Monday 24/10/2022

11/10/2022

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GILD CHILD

"I firmly believe that every girl child should have the right to a brilliant future to realize their dreams not just for their benefits, but for the benefit of everyone." ~ Emem Ibanga

The International Day of the Girl Child celebrates the power of girls and highlight the barriers they face, as declared by the United Nation General Assembly in 2011.

It is celebrated every year on October 11 to raise awareness about the significance of equal opportunity that must be provided to girls.

Having an aim to show that girls have more power and potential than the world realizes, the Executive Chairman of Nsit Atai LGA, Rt Hon. Emem Ibanga, today joined the girls of Nsit Atai to commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the International Day of the Girl Child 2022 with the theme "Our Time Is Now - Our Rights, Our Future.

The event which was held at the Local Government Secretariat, Odot, was educational and had lots of gifts.

11/10/2022

BURIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

With regrets in our hearts but with total submission to the will of the Almighty God we hereby announce the funeral obsequies of our beloved Father, Grandfather, Uncle, and Brother, Late Pastor Akpan Ekpo William

Burial to be conducted by The Redeem Church of God on
Saturday, October 15, 2022. @ Q.I.C Primary School, Iwok Obio Aduang, Nsit Atai L.G.A

Time: 10 AM prompt.

By this notice, the bereaved family specially invites friends and sympathizers to please attend the funeral service as we lay the body of our beloved Father to rest.

Thank you for identifying with us in this moment of grief.

Queen Ndayeobong
Announcer

30/09/2022

Nigerian Man Shot Dead While Testing Odeshi In Ebonyi State |

"On 29th Sept, 2022, Thursday night at about 10. 00hrs, one Onwe Nelson of Ndiagu Nwachi village shot Akpenyi Friday dead. He is from Effia Ulo village, both in Umuogudu Oshia community, Ohaukwu LGA."

"This ugly incident occurred as a result of testing of protection charm popularly known as Odeshi, which Onwe Nelson claimed to have prepared Akpenyi Friday for. As at the time of this report, his body is still lying motionless at the compound of Onwe Nelson waiting for Police arrival."

"Meanwhile, the murderer is now on the run. Any one with useful information on how to get him should contact the security agents immediately."

Credit : Obinna Awoke

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27/09/2022

"By January next year, I will commission the Nsit Atai- Okobo dual carriage road. I want to call on the people to remain peaceful".

----Governor Udom Emmanuel

27/09/2022

September 27th, 2022

Press Release

Uyo Senatorial District Race 2023: Keep the faith, I'm very much on course

Consequent to the release of the names and particulars of National Assembly candidates ahead of the forthcoming general elections by INEC, we wish to unequivocally state that our mission is still on course and very much intact.

As a patriot, who believes so much in the judiciary system of our country, our pending court processes which were instituted to defend our mandates will uphold our victory at the last senatorial nomination of our great party, where you democratically gave us your mandate.

To my teeming supporters, loyalists, fans, and the general public do not be dismayed, as every illegitimate attempt to scuttle our victory shall be intercepted via the mechanism of the law.

You collectively gave me your mandates on the 27th Of May 2022 at Christ the King Primary School, Wellington Bassey Way, Uyo. A nomination that was duly monitored by the electoral umpire, INEC and I want you to rest assured, that no quantum of external scheming can ambush our expressive victory.

I remain the validly nominated candidate for the Uyo Senatorial district race of our great party, the APC, and will be cleared by the court, an apex institution in our land.

While awaiting the verdict of all our litigations, I enjoin you to remain in high spirits, stay calm, and be focused as you continue consultations across boards, to win the upcoming election.

I am painstakingly deploying every constitutional mechanism to regain my mandate and shall speak for you at the upper chamber, come 2023, as no external force can hijack our mandate.

The ongoing political tussle is, but an exposition of the pertinency of our course, which must apparently encounter opposition, and we shall eventually triumph.

Soon, the Uyo Senatorial district will be free from the external force of hate and destruction, seeking to monopolise our people and resources.

However, the struggle to break the decade-old chain of subjugation and liberate our people is at the very core of this election. I am leaving no stone unturned, in my legitimate struggle to recover our mandate.

I remain eternally grateful for your continued support and solidarity.

*There's no cause for alarm!*

Thank you.

DR NDEM NDEM,
APC AKWA IBOM NORTHEAST (UYO) SENATORIAL DISTRICT CANDIDATE.

23/09/2022

23/09/2022

Today, we shall inaugurate these beautiful road projects, the Idongesit Nkanga avenue and Clement Isong avenue for the use of the people of Akwa Ibom State and Nigerians.

The project is the materialization of our vision to expand our capital city, and give a permanent solution to flooding. - Gov Udom Emmanuel

23/09/2022

DEPRAVED INDIFFERENCE: Nigerian man in U.S KiII bestie over unpaid debt, leaving victim’s son to d in a hot car

A US-based Nigerian man, Bolanle Fadairo, has been arrested by the police in Houston for allegedly sh@ a fellow Nigerian to de@th and then leaving the victim's two-year-old son to d in a hot car.

The 38-year-old suspect was arrested on Wednesday, September 21, and has been charged with two counts of m and one count of tampering with evidence in connection with the de@th of 38-year-old Michael Essien and his son.

Fadairo is accused of sh@ Essien multiple times after an argument outside a strip center in the 5500 block of El Camino Del Rey and Chimney Rock on Tuesday, September 20.

According to Houston Police Department press release, investigators learned the victim met Fadairo at the location and the two spoke briefly, even argued before he then sh@t the victim. Investigators say Fadairo admitted that he had known Essien for about 30 years.

Fadairo then allegedly entered Essien's black Chevrolet Traverse and fled the scene with the boy in a car seat in the third row of the SUV.

Officers say they found the SUV about 7:10 p.m, they br@ke the vehicle's window and found the 2-year-old victim unresponsive inside.

The cause of de@th of the boy has yet to be determined. Police suspect the boy d from heat exhaustion, according to the probable cause statement.

Fadairo allegedly gave police a statement "admitting he sh@t Essien, states Essien owed him money, claims no knowledge of boy in rear seat. Admits deleting incriminating text messages off his cellphone between himself and Essien," according to the probable cause statement. - IB

23/09/2022

Happy 35th Birth Anniversary to Akwa Ibom State.

22/09/2022

Man arrested after his girlfriend’s l body with a br%ken neck was found in her apartment in Akwa Ibom

A lady identified as Uwakfon Sunday Akpan has passed on after she was allegedly k by her live-in boyfriend, Godwin, in her apartment in Akwa Ibom State.

It is reported that she was m¥rdered on Tuesday, September 13. A report by human rights activist, Levite Akpan said, “The deceased is my cousin and was making preparations to bring her daughter back home. She had spoken with my mum on how she could assist her daughter to get to a transport bus to take her to Uyo where she stays. Uwakfon had made arrangements with a driver that will bring her daughter back to her. On Monday night, she called my mum to know if her daughter was set to go cause she was supposed to leave on Tuesday, which my mum told her where she’ll meet with the driver and her daughter.

On Tuesday, as early as 5am, my mom got a call from my cousin's number thinking it was her that was calling. When my mum picked the call, she noticed it was a male voice. Then, the guy told my mom that Uwakfon had passed on. My mum thought it was a joke. She called the line severally until he revealed that Uwakfon was sick and had complained about having headaches. He said he gave her paracetamol and left for church only to return to meet her de@d.

My mum doubted his story because when she spoke with Uwakfon, she didn’t sound like one who was sick. Some relatives went to my cousin’s house and found her l body with w@unds all over and her neck broken. We quickly invited the police and Godwin was arrested.

However, Godwin Essang who k my cousin, is still denying he did not commit the crime. The major problem is the police are trying to accept inducement to k the case.
We need justice for Uwakfon Sunday Akpan.”

© Instablog9ja

19/09/2022

Update:

Mother of Three Who Died In Car Crash While Chasing Husband, “Side-Chick”

Fresh facts has emerged late Sunday night about the identity of the Man whose wife allegedly gave a hot chase resulting in an accident which claimed her life.

Findings showed that both couple Mr and Mrs Sonnie Bassey are lawyers and the deceased was a mother of three boys.

Recall that the Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), in Cross River, Maikano Hassan, had earlier confirmed a lone incident that killed a middle aged woman who has now been identified as Mrs Bassey, lawyer and mother of three in Calabar who died in a ghastly motor accident while allegedly trying to catch husband with “Side chick.

the woman was said to be in pursuit of her husband who was alleged to be with a “side chick” in his car when she lost control of her vehicle , killing herself in the process.

A source at the hospital said Mr Sonnie was allegedly begging the lifeless body of his wife to forgive him while urging her to come back to life and take care of their three Children.

The question is who killed the woman??

18/09/2022

PRESS RELEASE

UYO BUILDING COLLAPSE:GOV.EMMANUEL COMMISERATES WITH FAMILIES,ORDERS PROBE

Following the unfortunate incident of the collapse of a four storey building on Iman street off Aka Road in Uyo, our state capital, HE the Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel has expressed his deepest condolences to the families whose relatives were trapped and eventually died in the collapsed building, while wishing the survivors a quick recovery. He has directed the Commissioner for Health to immediately take over the management of the survivors.

Consequently, the Governor has directed the Commissioner for Works and Fire Service to immediately set up a Panel of Inquiry to investigate the unfortunate incident. The panel is to conclude its work within one month, and if it is found that the collapse of the building was as a result of any acts of negligence or wrongdoing, those responsible will face the full wrath of the law.

The Governor also expressed his sincere appreciation to all the first responders, rescue and security agencies, Government Officials, voluntary organizations and all citizens who took part(especially the construction companies that donated their equipment) in the rescue operation which lasted many hours.

Signed:

Comrade Ini Ememobong
Honourable Commissioner for Information and Strategy
Akwa Ibom state
18092022

18/09/2022

Why some wives are no longer attractive to their husbands — Pastor Kumuyi reveals as he ber@tes ushers who enforce head-cover on ladies

The General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor Williams Kumuyi, has ber@ted ushers who insist ladies must cover their heads before entering the church.

Speaking during a recent sermon, Kumuyi described the act as an embarr@ssment and urged ushers to desist from it.

According to him, “Somebody is coming to our church for the first time. And she happens to be a lady not covering her head. We ask the person to cover her head before coming in. We don’t know whether the person does not even know God. We confront her out there before she even enters the church. We don’t know if she does not know how to pray or prophesy. But we impose rules on her.

If I were the person, I would wonder what kind of church is this? If they treat me like a primary school girl, that will be my last time coming to the church.

If I don’t tell you maybe nobody will tell you. There are some wives who dress shabbily and are no longer attractive to the man. There are some single sisters that are not presentable. Anybody who is looking for the will of God may not be attracted to them. The Bible says every woman that prayeth or prophesies. The reason why you are covering is either you are praying or prophesying.”

Kumuyi added that because of persistent covering there will be “heat in the hair and it will emit odour,” Women who practice such according to him, “put themselves in bo***ge because they never read the word.”

© Instablog9ja

17/09/2022

A four-storey building under construction has collapsed in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.

The collapsed building is located at Iman Street by Nsentip Street off Aka Road.

The building collapsed on Saturday at about 5pm.

According to eyewitnesses, an unspecified number of people are trapped inside.

13/09/2022

Indeed, Your Goodness is running after me...Thank you, Lord, for another wonderful year of birth and marriage.

I'm grateful for the Knowledge of CHRIST through the influence of my Mentor Dr. John Linus which has opened my mind to endless possibilities. I'm grateful for all things are mine, in CHRIST JESUS.

Appreciation to all that have been of great value to my life and family. May this New year be an amazing year with so much Peace, Happiness, and Advancement.

Happy Birthday to myself and thank you LORD for a rewarding 8 years of marriage.

20/04/2022

Uyo Federal Constituency 2023; LAWRENCE UDOSEN MEETS UYO COUNCIL BOSS ..Nsit Atai's support for Governor Udom Emmanuel remains intact - Udosen.

Lawrence Udosen has consulted the Executive Chairman of Uyo LGA, Hon. Uwemedimo Udo Ph.D. over his aspiration to represent Uyo Federal Constituency in the green chambers come 2023.

The leading aspirant for the Uyo federal house seat himself a former council Boss extolled the Chairman for his superlative performance since his assumption of office as Executive Chairman of Uyo, describing him as a leader who is focused on the mandate of his people, he recounted with delight how he has created great impacts in Uyo being the State's capital. He presented his agenda of effective representation at the green chambers to the helmsman and sought his support holding that he is the most prepared, competent, and best aspirant for the office of a member, representing Uyo Federal Constituency at the house of representatives come 2023. In concluding, he reminded the Chairman that as a patriot, his support and that of Nsit Atai for the Governor remains intact.

In response, Udo lauded Lawrence for what he described as a rare show of humility, he maintained that Lawrence has the carriage of a leader, the charisma, and all it takes to make Uyo in the national Assembly. He recalled his days as Acting State Chairman of the party stating that his dedication to the party and the state on different levels has carved a niche for him in the hearts of indigenes of the state and party faithful alike.

"I have a special interest in you and with what you're doing because I know you will offer us effective representation" he concluded.

14/03/2022

NDLEA ARRESTS GENERAL OVERSEER WITH DRUGS AT LAGOS AIRPORT
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested the General Overseer of Christ Living Hope Church, Rev. Ugochukwu Emmanuel Ekwem, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport for drug peddling

The cleric was arrested while on his way to a three-week crusade in Nairobi, Kenya, with 54 sticks of drugs wrapped around his body.

The popular preacher who has his church headquarters in Isuaniocha, Mgbakwu road, Awka, Awka North LGA, Anambra state and two other branches in Lagos and Abuja, was arrested on Monday 7th March, during the outward clearance of passengers on Ethiopian Airlines flight to Nairobi via Addis Ababa.

In a statement by its spokesman, Femi Babafemi, titled, ‘Church General Overseer arrested with drugs at Lagos airport’, the NDLEA said when the drugs were tested, the 54 sticks proved positive to cannabis.

According to the statement, the clergyman confessed during a preliminary interview that he packed that quantity of illicit substance on his body to use during his three weeks crusade in Kenya.

The statement read, “On the same day, another passenger, Nnakeanyi Chukwuka King who arrived the airport on Ethiopian Airlines flight from Sao Paulo, Brazil via Addis Ababa was intercepted during the inward clearance of passengers at the E-Arrival Hall of the MMIA. During a search of his luggage, forty (40) parcels of Co***ne concealed inside bottles of body cream with a gross weight of 9.70kg were recovered from the suspect.

“Three days later, Wednesday 9th March, another passenger on Ethiopian Airlines flight to Italy, Mr. Edo Blessing was intercepted at the Departure Hall of the airport with 2, 090 tablets of Tramadol 225mg and Flunitrazepam. The suspect who hails from Edo state but lives in Italy claimed ownership of the recovered psychotropic substances.

“Also on the same day, operatives arrested a freight agent, Rafiu Abbas at the NAHCO Export Shed of the airport when he presented a cargo containing 19.15kg cannabis going to London. The illicit substance was concealed inside plastic containers labelled as “African Dishes” and packed in a bag.

“In a related development, a 63-year-old Vincent Obimma was on Friday 11th March arrested with 350grams of co***ne and 150grams of he**in by NDLEA operatives at a park in the Apapa seaport corridor in Lagos. The drugs were hidden in industrial torch packets heading to Kano, Kano state.

“Meanwhile, a drug dealer in Kaduna state, James Okenwa has been arrested in a follow up operation at Central Market, Kaduna. He admitted the ownership of 1,807 bottles of cough syrup with codeine that were earlier recovered from two suspects at tollgate. At the point of his arrest, another 152 bottles of the drug were recovered from his vehicle. He has accepted ownership of all the 1,959 bottles of the codeine syrup.

“In Yobe state, two fake security agents: Akalonu Justin and Azimbi Festus who were coming from Onitsha and heading to Maiduguri, Borno state have been arrested with 25 blocks of Cannabis Sativa weighing 12 .5kg and 1, 598 bottles of Codeine Syrup weighing 159.8 Liters, while 85kg of cannabis was also recovered from the warehouse of a notorious drug dealer in Pawari area of Damaturu, the state capital on Thursday 10th March.

“In Anambra state, a total of 38,605 tablets of assorted opioids were recovered from a 29-year-old drug dealer, Awoke Friday at Nkwelle junction, Onitsha on Friday 11th March with the support of men of the Nigeria Police.

“While commending the officers and men of the MMIA, Apapa Port, Kaduna, Yobe and Anambra Commands of the Agency for the impressive seizures and arrests in the past week, Chairman/ Chief Executive of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) charged them and their colleagues across the country to stay focussed and intensify efforts to rid Nigeria of illicit drugs and substances.”

-Punch

12/03/2022

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