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Eid-el-Kabir: IGP orders ‘thorough’ stop-and-search operations, raids on black spots
Usman Baba, the inspector-general of police (IGP), has ordered thorough stop-and-search operations for improved security ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, announced the development in a statement on Thursday.
He said the IGP also urged Nigerians to remain security conscious and report suspicious individuals, movements or activities to security agencies for prompt intervention.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc (+), NPM, fdc has guaranteed continued efforts aimed at decimating crimes and criminality and improving public safety and security across the country,” the statement reads.
“The IGP equally charged Commissioners of Police (CPs) and Tactical Commanders in all the States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and their supervisory Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs), to beef-up security ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, to prevent any untoward situation in their Areas of Responsibility (AoR) throughout the Eid-el-Kabir season and beyond.
“The IGP has directed that supervisory AIGs and their respective CPs should ensure adequate deployment of officers and assets to prevent the occurrence of crimes and criminality, as well as build confidence amongst the citizens.
“The Police Boss charged officers and men of the Police to engage in critical assessment of threat prone areas, thorough stop and search, raids on black spots and other anti-crime strategies capable of sustaining peace and public safety in Nigeria.
“The IGP equally warned that personnel deployed must be professional and mindful of the fundamental rights of the citizens, and discharge their responsibilities with all sense of decorum and alertness.
“The IGP, while congratulating the Muslim Faithful in the country on the occasion of the year 2022 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, enjoined them to celebrate and enjoy the beauty of the Eid-el-Kabir while remaining security conscious.”
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Three die in Lagos auto crash
Three people have died in a multiple-vehicle crash at Second Rainbow Bus Stop, along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos.
The accident was allegedly caused after an oil tanker suffered brake failure.
The crash, which occurred around 6 pm, involved two commercial buses and a Honda car.
All the victims, who were passengers in one of the buses, died at the scene.
The Lagos state fire service and Lagos state ambulance service (LASAMBUS) were also present at the scene.
Olalekan Bakare-Oki, general-manager of LASTMA, expressed sympathy to the bereaved families.
He urged tanker drivers to “remain vigilant and cautious at all times,” stressing that “speed and safety must never be compromised.”
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LASTMA rescues driver trapped in Lagos highway crash
Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority have rescued a truck driver who was trapped in a life-threatening accident while driving along Mobolaji Johnson Avenue along Alausa in Ikeja.
This was disclosed in a statement made available to our correspondent by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq on Friday.
According to the statement, the driver whose truck was overloaded with nylon materials was involved in the ghastly accident and was rescued by LASTMA operatives who provided a swift response to the accident scene.
The statement reads, “In a harrowing accident earlier today, a truck loaded with nylon materials and bearing registration number USF 104XU was involved in a severe crash by Mobolaji Johnson Avenue along Alausa in Ikeja.
“The driver of the truck, who became trapped in the wreckage, sustained significant leg fractures during the incident.
“The prompt response of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) rescue team proved crucial in extricating the injured driver from the crushed cabin.”
The statement furthered that the victim was taken by the Lagos State Ambulance service to the nearest hospital for treatment.
It added, “After the successful rescue, LASTMA officials handed the driver over to Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), who transported him swiftly to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.
“Security personnel from the Alausa Police Station were on-site throughout the operation, ensuring a secure environment as the LASTMA team carried out their critical rescue work.”
The General Manager of LASTMA also expressed his sympathy to the injured driver. And while cautioning on the dangers of overloading he urged drivers to prioritize road safety and regulations.
“The General Manager of LASTMA expressed heartfelt sympathy for the injured driver and extended his best wishes for a full recovery.
“He also took the opportunity to reiterate the dangers of overloading, emphasizing that truck drivers must observe load limits to maintain vehicular control and facilitate safer turning on the roads.
“He urged all drivers to prioritize safety, adhere to regulations, and take proactive measures to prevent such accidents.” The statement concluded.
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NNPC boss Kyari loses 25-year-old daughter
Fatima, the daughter of Mele Kyari, the group chief executive officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, has died.
Fatima died on Friday at the age of 25.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima led other mourners to attend the funeral prayers for the deceased at the Annur mosque in Abuja, the country’s capital.
In a statement, Shettima commiserated with Kyari’s family over the loss.
“Vice President Kashim Shettima has condoled with the family of the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Malam Mele Kyari, over the loss of his daughter, Fatima Kyari,” the statement reads.
“Aged 25, the late Fatima passed away on Friday.
“VP Shettima, who prayed for the peaceful repose of the late Fatima, asked God to grant the family the strength to bear the painful exit of their daughter, who was in her prime.”
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