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October 9, 2023 Four Die, Three Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Auto Crash

Four Die, Three Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Auto Crash

Tragedy struck on Monday as four individuals lost their lives, and three others sustained various degrees of injuries in a harrowing accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway when a luxury bus collided with a truck.

The Public Education Officer for the Ogun State Sector of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Florence Okpe, confirmed the distressing incident in Abeokuta.

Okpe said the truck involved in the collision did not halt after the bus crashed into it while negotiating a bend near the "Kara" area on the expressway.

A total of 21 individuals were caught up in the accident, comprising 13 men and eight women. Regrettably, the bodies of the deceased have been placed in a morgue located in the Sagamu area of Ogun State. Simultaneously, the injured victims have been swiftly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

"The corpses were deposited at a morgue in Sagamu in Ogun, while the injured were taken to a nearby hospital," conveyed Florence Okpe, providing the sad details of the tragic incident.

 

October 5, 2023 Kidnapped Benue Commissioner Regains Freedom

Kidnapped Benue Commissioner Regains Freedom

After enduring ten days in captivity, Mr Mathew Abo, the Benue State Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Tourism, has been set free.

Abo was abducted from his residence in Zaki-Biam on Sunday, September 24, 2023, in the presence of his family members and associates.

Reports indicate that Abo's captors released him in the early hours of Thursday, reuniting him with his family. However, whether the demanded N60 million ransom was paid before his release has not been confirmed.

In a personal statement signed by the Commissioner, he thanked Governor Hyacinth Alia, security agencies, and his colleagues for their concerted efforts to ensure his safe return. Abo emphasised that this harrowing experience would not deter him from his commitment to serving the state.

He stated, "I appreciate all the efforts and prayers that have culminated in my safe release and reunion with my family and society. I wish that my ordeal will lead to renewed efforts to tackle both internal and external security challenges in the state, and I call for the cooperation of everyone in the task ahead."

Abo reassured that he remains resolute in utilising the platform provided by Governor Alia to serve the people of the state as a member of the Benue State Executive Council with a renewed sense of purpose.

He concluded, "I particularly express appreciation to the entire staff of my Ministry and its parastatals as well as others within and outside the state for the unrelenting prayers, and I enjoin them to continue to pray for my success and that of the entire Alia Administration."

 

October 5, 2023 FRSC Contemplates Relocation Following Clash With LASTMA, Local Government Tallying Losses

FRSC Contemplates Relocation Following Clash With LASTMA, Local Government Tallying Losses

The Lagos State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is considering vacating its current premises at the Isolo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Office in Okota, Lagos, following a recent attack by a mob.

The LCDA building is shared by various agencies, including the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and Vehicle Inspection Officers, making them susceptible to such attacks.

On Tuesday, enraged youths from Ago Palace in Okota set fire to facilities at the LCDA office, resulting in extensive damage to several council vehicles and FRSC office rooms, among other properties.

The protest was sparked by a scuffle involving LASTMA officials, a police officer, and a driver in the area, leading to two individuals' tragic deaths.

Babatunde Farinloye, the Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, expressed his concern after the incident, highlighting those similar events have occurred previously.

He mentioned that he had alerted the Department of State Services and the Commissioner of Police to the escalating situation, emphasising that the activities of LASTMA and the task force were increasingly drawing attacks. He hinted at possibly seeking an alternative office location if the situation persists.

Farinloye also noted the confusion between FRSC and LASTMA personnel in the eyes of the public, often resulting in FRSC officers and facilities being targeted mistakenly.

As of the time of writing, there has been no response from LASTMA's spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq.

The Isolo LCDA expressed its distress over the loss of property due to the mob action on Tuesday. The council assured that measures are being implemented to prevent similar incidents. Rasheed Iskilu, the Chief Press Secretary to the council chairman, conveyed this commitment in a statement sent to our correspondent.

 

October 4, 2023 Dr. Paul Enenche Visits Collapsed Dunamis Church Building In Makurdi

Dr. Paul Enenche Visits Collapsed Dunamis Church Building In Makurdi

Dr. Paul Enenche, the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, visited the site of the tragic incident involving the collapsed church building in Makurdi.

Accompanied by his wife, Becky Enenche, they arrived at the scene on Wednesday. Together, they inspected the building's remains on Mission Ward, North Bank, and extended their prayers to the gathered congregation.

The unfortunate event occurred at approximately 2 a.m. on Tuesday, during a midnight prayer session led by five pastors, resulting in the loss of one life.

Addressing the press after the prayer session, Dr Enenche emphasised the rigorous adherence to due diligence in all aspects of the church's endeavours, including construction projects. He expressed deep regret that a building that had hosted a fervent congregation for seven hours of prayer and worship just the previous Sunday had met such a fate when five individuals were inside in deep communion with the Divine. Dr. Enenche urged gratitude towards God for His miraculous intervention.

"As a ministry, we meticulously follow due diligence in our construction projects, and this has been our practice in various endeavours. Moving forward, we will delve deeper into the intricacies, encompassing technical details, and trust in God to avert such incidents in the future," he affirmed.

He paid tribute to the departed pastor, recognising him as a devoted servant of God who had dedicated his life to serving the Almighty. Dr. Enenche conveyed that the loss would be profoundly felt by the pastor's immediate family, the church, and the entire state. He reassured that while the cause of the church's collapse may not be immediately apparent, God holds the answers, and they would be revealed in time.

Dr Enenche concluded with a heartfelt prayer, praying God to grant the bereaved family, the local branch, and the entire Dunamis International Gospel Church the strength and solace needed to navigate this grievous loss.

 

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