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FRSC Confirms Five Persons Dead As Trailer Crashes into Passenger Bus at Maryland
By Eric Elezuo
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that five persons were brought out dead after an articulated vehicle skidded off its lane, and rammed into a tipper and a passenger bus filled with commuters at Maryland bus stop inward Ojota.
According to a statement by the Corps’ Public Education Officer, Route Commander Olabisi Sonusi, the accident happened late Thursday, and involves an articulated truck with registration number YYB-112XA, a Lagos colored commercial bus (danfo) with registration number KRD-672XE and a tipper laden with granite, which registration number was still unknown as at the time of filing this report.
The statement further revealed that the trailer, which was on its way to Anthony lost control and skidded over the stone pavement before crashing into an oncoming tipper and commercial bus loaded with passengers.
“A total of Fifteen (15) people (12 males, 3 females) were involved in the crash while 5 adults (4 males and 1 female) lost their lives as a result of fatal head injuries others were rushed to a nearby hospital by first responders. The dead bodies have been handed over to SEHMU at the scene and the crashed vehicles removed off the road. The combined efforts of LASEMA Officials alongside FRSC, Nigeria Police and LASAMBUS were on ground to assist.
Meanwhile, the Lagos FRSC Sector Commander, Olusegun Ogungbemide has reiterated his Command’s will to continue to do the needful with strict enforcement and advocacy while commiserating with the families of the dead, and wishing the injured speedy recovery.
Metro
Senior Customs Officer Slumps, Dies at NASS Complex
By Eric Elezuo
Tragedy struck on Tuesday at the National Assembly complex when the Deputy Comptroller of Finance Administration and Technical Service, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Essien Etop Andrew, slumped and died.
During the engagement, which occurred around 1.00pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the official developed sudden health complications. Despite the immediate and diligent efforts of first responders and medical personnel at the National Assembly Clinic, he unfortunately passed away.
Out of respect for the family, the official’s name will not be disclosed at this time.
The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased during this difficult time. We recognize the significant contributions he made to the Nigeria Customs Service and to our nation.
The House of Representatives stands ready to support efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and is cooperating fully with all relevant authorities to ensure all necessary protocols are followed.
The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dedicated public servant. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”
Further information will be provided as it becomes available. We ask for patience and respect for the privacy of the family during this period of mourning.
Our sympathies are with his loved ones.”
Thank you.
Source: CKNNews
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Police Arrest Suspected Killers of Army General in Abuja
The FCT Police Command have arrested suspected killers of a retired Army General in Abuja, Brigadier-General Uwem Harold Udokwe, who was murdered by suspected armed robbers at his residence
The late brigadier general was attacked at his Sunshine Homes Estate by armed robbers at about 3am, on Saturday.
The Police in a video obtained by CKNNews revealed one of the killers
The 33 year suspect by the Ibrahim Rabiu from Kano State claimed he led the group.
According to him, five of them were involved in the operation.
He claimed that they live in the Apo area of Abuja.
When pressed further on the gun belonging to the General which they made away with, he stated that it was handed over to someone whom he also named.
He also revealed the name of members of the gang that stabbed the general several times until he died.
Police investigation and interrogation is still ongoing.
CKNNews
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Fire Guts Christ Embassy Church Building
The Christ Embassy building in the Oregun area of Lagos has been razed by fire.
The incident occurred on Sunday morning.
Thick black smoke was still billowing from the white edifice according to TheCable report.
Personnel of the Lagos state fire and rescue service were on the scene to put out the fire.
Police have cordoned the area to prevent a breakdown of law and order.
Vehicular and pedestrian movement on the street where the church is located have been halted for the moment.
Worshippers told TheCable that morning service was immediately moved to Corner Stone, an annex of the church, due to the inferno.
A couple of worshippers said an electrical spark may have been responsible for the fire.
Led by Chris Oyakhilome, Christ Embassy is one of Nigeria’s biggest churches.