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August 16, 2024 Government Announces Two-Day Traffic Diversion on Lagos Road

Government Announces Two-Day Traffic Diversion on Lagos Road

The Lagos State Government has announced a planned traffic diversion at the Ikeja Along Bus Stop on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, between Ile Zik and Conoil Filling Station on the Oshodi-bound lane. The diversion will occur over two days, from Saturday, August 17, 2024, to Sunday, August 18, 2024, between 12 midnight and 4 am each day.

The diversion is necessary to allow workers to safely demolish the old pedestrian bridge in the area. The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation shared this information on Thursday via their X handle.

According to the announcement, only one lane will be available to motorists from Ile Zik Bus Stop to Conoil Filling Station on the Oshodi-bound side of the road during the demolition. However, the traffic diversion will not affect motorists on the Dopemu/Abule Egba-bound side of the road.

The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, assured that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will be on the ground to manage vehicular movement and minimize any inconvenience. He urged motorists to be patient, explaining that the closure is part of the traffic management plan by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority to ensure the safe removal of the old pedestrian bridge. The affected lanes will be cordoned off with jersey barriers and protective nets to ensure the safety of motorists and commuters during the demolition.

August 16, 2024 Fire Engulfs Seven-Storey Building in Lagos

Fire Engulfs Seven-Storey Building in Lagos

A fire broke out early Friday morning at a seven-storey building on Sanni Adewale Street in Lagos Island Local Government Area. The incident was confirmed in a statement by Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, on X.com.

According to Adeseye, the fire service received a distress call at 5:17 AM and promptly dispatched firefighters from the Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations, who arrived at the scene by 5:33 AM.

The fire, which affected several shops in the building, is now under control, with no casualties reported. Preliminary investigations indicate that an electrical surge may have caused the fire.

The statement reads, "On August 16th, 2024, at 5:17 AM, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call about a fire outbreak on Sanni Adewale Street in Lagos Island. Firefighters responded quickly and arrived at the scene by 5:33 AM.

"Thanks to the swift actions of the Lagos State Firefighters, the situation is now under control, and ventilation efforts are ongoing to ensure safety in the area. Preliminary investigations suggest the fire was triggered by an electrical surge. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported."

August 16, 2024 NCDC Reports 39 Mpox Cases in Nigeria, No Deaths

NCDC Reports 39 Mpox Cases in Nigeria, No Deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported 39 confirmed cases of mpox with no deaths across 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory. NCDC Director General, Jide Idris, disclosed this during a press briefing on Thursday, following the declaration of mpox as a public health emergency of international concern.

Idris stated that the NCDC is intensifying its surveillance efforts nationwide to quickly identify and respond to any new cases. All port health services at Nigeria’s five international airports, ten seaports, and 51 land and foot crossing borders have been placed on high alert. Additionally, certain states, including Lagos, Enugu, Kano, Rivers, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Taraba, and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have been prioritized for heightened vigilance.

On Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the mpox outbreak in Africa a global public health emergency due to the rising number of cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and its spread to neighboring countries. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced that an emergency committee had met and advised that the situation constitutes a public health emergency of international concern, a recommendation he accepted.

Tedros emphasized that the situation requires global attention, and WHO is committed to coordinating a global response, working closely with affected countries to prevent transmission, treat those infected, and save lives.

The decision follows the African Union’s health watchdog’s declaration of a public health emergency over the growing outbreak. Mpox, which was first identified in humans in the DRC in 1970, has now spread to other countries. Tedros noted that the more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths reported this year in the DRC alone have already surpassed last year's total.

August 15, 2024 Ndidi Changes Leicester City Jersey Number

Ndidi Changes Leicester City Jersey Number

Wilfred Ndidi will sport a new jersey number at Leicester City this season. Since joining from Belgian side KRC Genk in 2017, Ndidi has worn the number 25 shirt. However, the Nigerian international will now switch to the number 6 jersey, previously worn by Jonny Evans.

Ndidi recently signed a new three-year contract with the Foxes after his previous deal expired in June. The 27-year-old has made 273 appearances for Leicester, contributing 17 goals and 17 assists during his time with the former Premier League champions.

 

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