Ijaw elders defend INC poll suspension, cite constitution

Ijaw elders defend INC poll suspension, cite constitution

The Council of Ijaw Traditional Rulers and Elders (CITRE) has defended its decision to suspend elections into executive positions of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), insisting the move is in line with the organisation’s constitution.

In a statement issued on Saturday and titled, “On Constitutional Process and the INC Electoral Timeline,” the Chairman of CITRE, HRM King Bubaraye Dakolo Agada IV, said the suspension was necessary to uphold due process.

Ijaw elders defend INC poll suspension, cite constitution

Ijaw elders defend INC poll suspension, cite constitution

The Council of Ijaw Traditional Rulers and Elders (CITRE) has defended its decision to suspend elections into executive positions of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), insisting the move is in line with the organisation’s constitution.

In a statement issued on Saturday and titled, “On Constitutional Process and the INC Electoral Timeline,” the Chairman of CITRE, HRM King Bubaraye Dakolo Agada IV, said the suspension was necessary to uphold due process.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the activation of comprehensive security measures across the state to prevent and combat violent crime.

The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, said the move aligns with directives from the Inspector-General of Police and aims to strengthen public safety.

As part of the strategy, the command has intensified intelligence-led policing, increased patrols, and deployed personnel strategically across all local government areas.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police Week: Akwa Ibom command lauds Umo Eno’s support

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has praised Governor Umo Eno for his unwavering support to security agencies, as activities for the ongoing Police Week celebration.

Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Sunday, 6 April 2026 that the command expressed deep appreciation for the governor’s sustained commitment to strengthening the operations of the Nigeria Police Force and other security outfits in the state.

Police activate statewide security, release emergency lines

Police Week: Akwa Ibom command lauds Umo Eno’s support

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has praised Governor Umo Eno for his unwavering support to security agencies, as activities for the ongoing Police Week celebration.

Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Sunday, 6 April 2026 that the command expressed deep appreciation for the governor’s sustained commitment to strengthening the operations of the Nigeria Police Force and other security outfits in the state.

Easter: Nwoko urges hope amid hardship

Easter: Nwoko urges hope amid hardship

Senator Ned Nwoko (APC–Delta North) has extended Easter greetings to Christians, urging Nigerians not to lose hope despite current challenges.

In a statement issued on Friday, the lawmaker, described Easter as a powerful reminder that difficult seasons are often followed by renewal and new beginnings.

Police honours fallen officers with ₦53.7m support

Police honours fallen officers with ₦53.7m support

The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State, Baba Mohammed Azare, has presented cheques of ₦53.7 million to 34 families of police officers who died in the line of duty.

The presentation, held as part of the 2026 National Police Day and ongoing Police Week celebrations, was conducted on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police in a solemn ceremony.

Police honours fallen officers with ₦53.7m support

Police honours fallen officers with ₦53.7m support

The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State, Baba Mohammed Azare, has presented cheques of ₦53.7 million to 34 families of police officers who died in the line of duty.

The presentation, held as part of the 2026 National Police Day and ongoing Police Week celebrations, was conducted on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police in a solemn ceremony.

Itsekiri group slams calls to cancel Tantita contract

Itsekiri group slams calls to cancel Tantita contract

Coordinators of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) of Itsekiri extraction in Delta State, have condemned calls by some individuals to revoke the firm’s pipeline surveillance contract.

The coordinators made their position known at a media briefing held on Wednesday in Warri, where they described the agitation as self-serving and potentially destabilising to the prevailing peace in the Niger Delta.

Itsekiri group slams calls to cancel Tantita contract

Itsekiri group slams calls to cancel Tantita contract

Coordinators of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) of Itsekiri extraction in Delta State, have condemned calls by some individuals to revoke the firm’s pipeline surveillance contract.

The coordinators made their position known at a media briefing held on Wednesday in Warri, where they described the agitation as self-serving and potentially destabilising to the prevailing peace in the Niger Delta.