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The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has appointed a former President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Engr. Udengs Eradiri, to its 2026 Professional Development Board (PDB).
Eradiri, a former Commissioner for Youth and later Environment in Bayelsa State, was reportedly considered for the appointment in recognition of his outstanding contributions to engineering development and the professional advancement of NSE.
Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has matriculated 9,498 students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The matriculation oath was administered to the freshers on Saturday in Abraka, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of DELSU, Prof. Samuel Asagba, said the students were among tens of thousands of candidates who applied for admission into the university.
Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has matriculated 9,498 students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The matriculation oath was administered to the freshers on Saturday in Abraka, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of DELSU, Prof. Samuel Asagba, said the students were among tens of thousands of candidates who applied for admission into the university.
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have raided a suspected drug den in Itam, recovering hard drugs, weapons and cash.
The operation, carried out in compliance with the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, to rid the state of criminal elements and ensure public safety, took place at Ntak Inyang along Calabar–Itu Road.
DSP Timfon John, Police Public Relations Officer, said on Sunday 15 February 20,26 that the raid, conducted on 14 February 2026 at about 11:35 am, led to the arrest of one suspect, Akin Robert, a male from Ogbomoso South Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Operatives of the Operation Puff Adder of the Bayelsà State Police Command have arrested a 38-year-old man, Iliasu Mohammed, over his alleged involvement in the 2022 shooting of a Police Inspector, Ekperi Edwin, in the stomach and left for dead in Yenagoa, the state capital.
The Police Inspector was shot on August 21, 2022, by unidentified gunmen along his street at Akenfa, Yenagoa, during what police sources described as an alleged armed robbery and attempted assassination.
Operatives of the Operation Puff Adder of the Bayelsà State Police Command have arrested a 38-year-old man, Iliasu Mohammed, over his alleged involvement in the 2022 shooting of a Police Inspector, Ekperi Edwin, in the stomach and left for dead in Yenagoa, the state capital.
The Police Inspector was shot on August 21, 2022, by unidentified gunmen along his street at Akenfa, Yenagoa, during what police sources described as an alleged armed robbery and attempted assassination.
A humanitarian outreach, Chris Osemene has urged the government and other foundations to strengthen transparency and partner with grassroots organisations to ensure aid reaches the intended beneficiaries.
The NGO made a call during the distribution of empowerment tools to widows and persons at the Ebute area of Ikorodu, Lagos State.
Speaking on behalf of the foundation, Mrs. Luya Obiajuru, the coordinator, emphasised that empowering vulnerable people can help reduce poverty and social vices while improving overall living standards.
A humanitarian outreach, Chris Osemene has urged the government and other foundations to strengthen transparency and partner with grassroots organisations to ensure aid reaches the intended beneficiaries.
The NGO made a call during the distribution of empowerment tools to widows and persons at the Ebute area of Ikorodu, Lagos State.
Speaking on behalf of the foundation, Mrs. Luya Obiajuru, the coordinator, emphasised that empowering vulnerable people can help reduce poverty and social vices while improving overall living standards.
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has foiled a suspected armed robbery attempt and arrested one suspect during a swift operation along Abak Road in Uyo.
The incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on February 9, 2026, when operatives on pin-down duty at a strategic checkpoint along the busy road observed three young men behaving suspiciously on a motorcycle near a supermarket. Acting on reasonable suspicion and in line with proactive crime prevention measures, the officers moved to apprehend the individuals.
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested five suspects and recovered illicit substances during a raid on identified crime hotspots in Eket Local Government Area.
The operation followed a directive by the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, mandating intensified raids on criminal hideouts and identified black spots across the state.
According to the police, the raid took place at about 4:00 am on February 9, 2026, when operatives stormed a known black spot in Eket and arrested five suspects, three males and two females.