The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reported the tragic death of two men who fell into a diesel tank in the Oregun area of Lagos on Saturday. In a statement, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, explained that the incident occurred along Ikosi-Oregun Road. “At 10:37 a.m., distress calls were received through the emergency lines 767 and 112, prompting an immediate deployment of our response team from the Command and Control Centre in Alausa, Ikeja,” the statement revealed. Upon arrival at the scene around 10:47 a.m., responders found that two men had fallen into the reservoir. Investigations indicated…
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A fire that broke out on Friday night at Olusola Saraki Market in the Ita-Amo area of Ilorin West Local Government Area, Kwara State, has destroyed goods worth millions of Naira. The Kwara State Fire Service reported that the blaze consumed various items, including clothing materials, provisions, soft drinks, and meat. In a statement issued on Saturday, Hassan Adekunle, the Principal Fire Officer and Head of Media and Publicity for the state Fire Service, confirmed that seven out of the 269 shops in the market were destroyed. The fire was reportedly triggered by a power surge caused by fluctuating electricity…
One person has died, and two others were rescued following the collapse of a well in Gargajiga town, Minjibir Local Government Area, Kano State, on Thursday. In a statement on Friday, Kano State Fire Service spokesperson Saminu Abdullahi explained that the incident occurred during the re-digging and repair of the well. The incident was reported by Bashir Namadi, who made a distress call prompting a response from the Fire Service. Abdullahi said, “Three individuals were involved: one inside the well and two outside. The well’s sides gave way, causing the collapse and burying all three.” Upon arrival at 12:20 p.m.,…
The Borno State Police Command has arrested a suspected drug peddler found with 116 wraps of dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp. Police spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Saturday in Maiduguri. The suspect, 22-year-old Kabura Kayuram, a resident of Jajeri Ward in Maiduguri, was apprehended by the command’s anti-vice squad on January 10 at approximately 11:30 a.m. after credible intelligence led to the operation. Daso added, “The suspect was caught with the illicit substances, and both he and the seized exhibits have been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for…
A 32-year-old sex worker, Riyanatu Musa, has been arrested in Adamawa for allegedly killing a barman, Yohanna Musa, over a ₦200 debt in Yola. According to police spokesperson Suleiman Nguroje, the incident occurred after a dispute over an outstanding balance for alcohol purchased by the suspect. Nguroje revealed that Musa admitted to the crime, explaining that she had bought Big Ben dry gin and Yahoo from the deceased and paid ₦1,500, leaving a balance of ₦200. When the matter was raised, a heated argument ensued, during which she stabbed the barman in the chest, leading to his death. Prompt News…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned Wahab and Subomi, sons of billionaire industrialist Rasaq Okoya, over a viral video showing them allegedly abusing the naira. The video, which surfaced last week, showed the brothers spraying bundles of cash while being assisted by their police escort. The footage sparked widespread outrage on social media, prompting calls for action. As gathered by Politics Nigeria, the EFCC’s invitation to the brothers was issued by Michael Wetkas, a senior official of the commission. Meanwhile, on January 10, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, Muyiwa Adejobi, announced that the officer involved…
Former Commissioner for Rural and Community Development in Kano State, Abbas Sani Abbas, has officially left the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to join the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection follows his removal from office last month by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, alongside five other commissioners, during a cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening governance in the state. Senate Deputy President, Barau Jibrin, confirmed Mr. Abbas’s switch in a statement shared on social media. He commended the former commissioner’s commitment to grassroots development and expressed confidence in his potential contributions to the APC. “I warmly welcomed Hon. Abbas…
Nigerian TikToker Olumide Ogunsanwo, popularly known as Seaking, has revealed a startling story from his time in Kirikiri prison, shedding light on the struggles of inmates who lack access to justice. As reported by Vanguard, in a recent video, Seaking described how the prison is largely occupied by individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who cannot afford legal representation. He recounted a particularly troubling case involving two inmates who have been in custody since 1999 due to a stolen generator. According to Seaking, one of the men was accused of stealing the generator, while the other was detained for purchasing it. Speaking…
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has announced the dissolution of his 25-member cabinet, effective tonight, January 10, 2025. The official announcement will take place during a Valedictory Dinner at 7 PM in the Banquet Hall of Government House in Uyo. The move, which had been the subject of widespread speculation in government circles since Wednesday, marks a significant political development in the state. Sources close to the matter confirmed that all commissioners would be relieved of their duties, and Governor Eno is set to appoint a new team of his choosing. Some outgoing commissioners had anticipated the dissolution,…
The Okija community in Anambra State, on Friday, held an interdenominational burial service for the 22 victims of the tragic stampede that occurred during a rice distribution event on December 21, 2024. The event, organized by the Obijackson Foundation, turned fatal when a crowd surged, leading to the unfortunate loss of lives. During the service, Rt. Rev. Ralph Okafor, the retired Bishop of Ihiala Diocese, consoled the grieving families, urging them to remain hopeful and avoid mourning like those without faith. He emphasized that while such tragedies are painful, they serve as a reminder of life’s transient nature and the…