ANAMBRA POLICE ARREST SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT, RECOVER LARGE QUANTITY OF SUSPECTED CANNABIS SATIVA IN OZUBULU. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 ANAMBRA POLICE ARREST SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT, RECOVER LARGE QUANTITY OF SUSPECTED CANNABIS SATIVA IN OZUBULU The Anambra State Police Command has recorded another operational success following a targeted raid operation conducted by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Awkuzu, in the early hours of 5th November 2026, leading to the arrest of a 24-year-old suspect, identified as Chinedu Simon, in Ozubulu, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the State. The suspect was arrested over alleged involvement in armed robbery and unlawful possession of a large quantity of substances suspected to be Cannabis Sativa. During preliminary interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to involvement in the illicit drug trade. Further intelligence gathered by the operatives indicated that suspected criminal elements allegedly converged at his residence before embarking on criminal activities. The suspect is currently in police custody, while investigations are ongoing to establish ...

SENATE DEBATE ERUPTS OVER NON-INDIGENE RSIEC CHAIRMAN APPOINTMENT. (PHOTO).


 Senate Debate Erupts Over Non-Indigene RSIEC Chairman Appointment


A heated debate disrupted proceedings in the Nigerian Senate today during the consideration of an ad-hoc committee report on the emergency rule in Rivers State, particularly regarding the screening and approval of Michael Odey, a non-indigene, as Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).


The session turned contentious as lawmakers clashed over the nomination of Odey, a Cross River State native, prompting strong objections from opposition figures. Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro expressed dismay, noting that the prior appointment of a non-Rivers sole administrator had already sparked concerns, and Odey’s selection further eroded ethical standards. He was backed by Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central), who questioned the logic of appointing an outsider to oversee Rivers State elections.


Senator Ali Ndume (Borno South) echoed these sentiments, invoking the federal character principle and urging sensitivity to local interests. “It may not be unconstitutional, but we must carry the people along. There are qualified individuals within Rivers State, and appointing from outside sends the wrong signal,” he said.


Defending the nomination, Chief Whip Senator Tahir Monguno argued that no constitutional breach had occurred. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who chairs the Ad-Hoc Committee, called for calm, emphasizing constitutional merit over political sentiment. “Eligibility and qualification are the key criteria. The nominee meets both, despite not being from Rivers State. Of the seven nominees, six are from Rivers, ensuring neutrality and transparency in this sensitive political climate,” Bamidele stated, adding that the committee conducted thorough consultations.


Despite the friction, a voice vote resulted in an overwhelming majority adopting the report, confirming Odey’s appointment along with other RSIEC members.

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