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Traffic Control: FRSC Special Marshals Fill Up Portholes, Ease Traffic Flow at Iyana Era
In a bid to add humanity to their constitutional duty of traffic control, special marshals from the Iba Unit Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), have taken it upon themselves to add construction abilities to their duty in other to achieve free flow of traffic.
Speaking to members of the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), who encountered them in action, the Head of the Special Marshal Unit, Olabisi Dennis, said nothing is too big to do for humanity, and to make life easy.
He said, “As part of the National Patrol Exercise and Eid Kabir Patrol Operation in Lagos State, Special Marshals sprang into action to alleviate heavy traffic congestion at Iyana-Era Junction, along the Lagos/Badagry Expressway, on June 15th, 2024.
“Despite their initial efforts, the traffic persisted. Undeterred, the team conducted a thorough Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and identified two deep potholes as the primary cause of the problem. Taking initiative, we sourced broken concrete blocks and sand from the nearby Tipper Garage bus stop, and patched up the potholes.
“Our efforts paid off, and the traffic congestion disappeared. We actually earned praise and gratitude from motorists.”
NAOSNP learnt that the operation, which lasted from 11:00 to 13:15 hours, was a resounding success, with the Special Marshals from Iba Unit Command receiving commendations from the motorists for a job well done.
This exemplary service demonstrates the dedication and proactive approach of the FRSC Lagos State Sector Command in ensuring the safety and convenience of road users, and sustaining the accident-free road agenda of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed.
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
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
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.
