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How Port Harcourt-Based Tricycle Operator Killed, Abandoned Lifeless Body Of Lover, Two Children

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Suleiman Anyalewechi
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Police on Duty

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

 

The Rivers State Police Command has said that they are on the trail of a fleeing tricycle operator who allegedly abandoned the corpse of his female partner together with her two children inside his tricycle after, allegedly, beating her to death.

 

The suspect, simply identified as IK, was alleged to have, on Tuesday night, June 2, 2026, assaulted the deceased with an object during an outing, and abandoned the dead woman, and her two children inside his tricycle, after a failed medical rescue in Ogbogoro area of Obio/Akpor Local Council of Rivers state.

 

A witness, Mr Senibo, in an interactive session with the media informed that the gory scene attracted neighbours ,and passersby who subsequently alerted the police.

 

According him, the older child, about six years old,  told operatives from the Ozuoba police formation, that her father had on the night attacked their mother with an object at a Guest House where he had taken them to.

 

“The child told  the police that her father used an object to beat her mother. She said that when her mother could no longer stand or speak, he drove them out of the guest house, and  abandoned them inside the tricycle.”

 

Spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command, Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, informed that the Ozuoba police Division swiftly moved in after receiving information from neighbours and passersby who noticed a woman ,and two children inside a blue and stationary tricycle by the roadside.

 

“The Ozuoba police Division patrol team swiftly moved to the scene where officers found the lifeless body of a woman and two children aged about five years and six months respectively”.

 

Agabe explained that the older child informed operatives that her father had the previous night assaulted her mother, inflicting on her serious injuries.

 

The suspect was  said to have rushed his partner to an undisclosed medical facility, after noticing her precarious situation.

 

However, she was  pronounced dead on arrival, a development the police said forced the suspect to abandon the deceased love ,and two children inside his tricycle.

 

“The suspect subsequently abandoned the children ,and the corpse inside the tricycle before fleeing”, Agabe added.

 

While the remains have been deposited in the mortuary, the police informed that the  two children have been handed over to an identified sister of the deceased for custody.

 

This was as she assured that concerted efforts are ongoing to track down the suspect as well as unravel the actual circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.

Afenifere Scribe, Ebiseni, Canvasses Urgent Action On State Police

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Ayodele Oni
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Sola Ebiseni
Sola Ebiseni

By Ayodele Oni

 

Factional secretary of the Pan Yoruba group, Afenifere, Sola Ebiseni has called for urgent action on state police, saying fire-brigade deployment of federal security forces after each strike of terror is infeasible, ineffective in protection of citizens.

 

In a statement in Akure, Ondo state, Ebiseni pointed out that If there is any issue on which there is consensus currently in Nigeria, it is that the time for State Police is now.

 

He added: “Contrary to the published content of the IG’s Memo, the State Police cannot tarry for a 60- month gestation period.

 

“Its structure and recruitment will not be determined by the Federal Police or constituted by as many as 60% of federal police officers from the State concerned. The fire power should be no less than possessed by the Federal Police or the terrorists they are recruited to tackle.

 

“In Yoruba land, the Amotekun Regional Security Network only requires immediate upgrading as State Police with appropriate and commensurate fire power and continuous training. They are prepared physically and mentally for the task ahead.

 

“The unnecessary vacuum being created by the intolerable delay in ensuring State Police may soon be filled by intractable ethnic wars in response to the natural instincts for self and kindred protection if no urgent and immediate action be not taken.

 

“Political actors are advised that the issue of current insecurity should be of national concern to all, the same way Nigerians teamed together to fight Covid 19 and not to be used as a possible object of political gain.

 

“The fire-brigade deployment of federal security forces after each strike of terror is infeasible, ineffective in the protection of citizens, including particularly the farmers scattered in the huge ungoverned spaces all over the country, while such permanent engagements strip the military of the awesomeness of its invincibility.

 

“The current Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, soon as he shook hands with Mr. President after his appointment, declared support for State Police and subsequently submitted a Memorandum to the National Assembly for consequential alteration of the Constitution.

 

“The same declaration of commitment to State Police was made last week by the Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele in the same spirit with which the House of Representatives started some debate over it yesterday.

 

“While the military and other armed forces are highly commended and appreciated in their patriotic combative assaults against insurgency and terrorism, their members are however admonished to shun any temptation or ill-advised encouragement and recruitment for intervention in civil and democratic governance.”

Four Political Parties Set For Bye Election In Ondo

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Ayodele Oni
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INEC BVA

By Ayodele Oni

 

Only four political parties will be participating in the bye election at Ondo senatorial district to elect a new senator on June 20.

 

The former senator, representing the district, Jimoh Ibrahim, has been appointed as the Nigeria’s Representative at the United Nations,(UN) by President Bola Tinubu.

 

The participating parties are the All Progressives Congress (APC), All Peoples Party, (APP) and Allied People’s Movement, (APM) and Boot Party.

 

‎The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disclosed this on Thursday during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Okitipupa, the headquarters of the senatorial district.

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‎The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Ondo State, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, said the commission had concluded arrangements for the conduct of the bye-election.

 

He revealed that no fewer than 673,446 registered voters will vote during the poll.

 

According to him, the Senate declared the seat vacant on April 28, 2026, and directed INEC to conduct a bye-election in line with constitutional provisions.

 

‎Agboke pointed out that the eligible voters would cast their ballots across 1,354 polling units and 66 registration areas spread across the six local government areas in the district.

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‎The local government areas are Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo, Odigbo, Irele, Ilaje, Ese-Odo and Okitipupa.

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‎He noted that the voters’ register had been verified and cleaned, adding that the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise would not affect the register to be used for the election.

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‎The REC disclosed that non-sensitive election materials had already been distributed, while sensitive materials would be received and deployed in the presence of political parties and security agencies.

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‎He further revealed that 1,359 BVAS machines had been tested and certified for the exercise, with 264 backup devices set aside for contingencies.

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‎”We want to assure all stakeholders that INEC is fully prepared for the Ondo South Senatorial District bye-election.

 

“The voters’ register has been verified, election materials are being deployed according to schedule, and only the votes cast by the electorate will determine the winner,” he said.

 

‎Agboke urged political actors and voters to maintain peace before, during and after the election, adding that candidates of the APC, APM, APP and Boot Party would contest the senatorial seat.

Oyo Abductors Reportedly List Demands, As Igboho Claims Politicians Behind Them

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Ayodele Oni
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Sunday Igboho

By Ayodele Oni

 

Abductors of school children and teachers in Oyo state have reportedly demanded for an exchange of some detainees in Agodi and Abolongo prisons in exchange for the victims.

 

This is just as government denied the social media report that the victims have reunited with their families.

 

Also, Yoruba Nation activist and self-determination campaigner, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has alleged that politicians are sponsoring kidnappers responsible for recent school abductions in Oyo State and has threatened to publicly identify those involved if the attacks continue

 

It was gathered that the abductors of Oyo school children and teachers among others, demanded for payment of N1billion  into an account in Benin Republic,  two hilux buses and concession of some Oyo State laws on land acquisition.

 

Igboho made the claims while receiving newly elected executives of the National Association of Nigerian Students, led by Akinteye Babatunde, at his residence in the Soka area of Ibadan.

 

In a video that has since gained widespread attention online, the activist accused certain political figures of providing financial support and weapons to criminal groups operating in the state.

 

He warned that he would expose the individuals allegedly behind the kidnappings unless they ceased their activities.

 

According to him, he had volunteered to participate in efforts to rescue pupils abducted during recent attacks in Oriire Local Government Area, but was prevented from doing so by the Oyo State Government.

 

He claimed state officials later informed him that the kidnappers had threatened to kill the victims if he attempted any intervention.

 

Igboho insisted that security operatives under his influence could flush the kidnappers out of forest hideouts if granted approval, arguing that the criminals were not beyond the reach of coordinated security operations.

 

The activist also said he had established the Iru Ekun security network with federal approval, but was discouraged from deploying the outfit in the ongoing rescue mission.

 

He expressed frustration over what he described as restrictions placed on local security efforts despite growing concerns over insecurity in the region.

 

Beyond the kidnappings, Igboho linked the security situation to broader political developments, alleging that some individuals were deliberately working to undermine the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

 

He argued that certain actors were attempting to create instability and weaken public confidence in the government through insecurity and misinformation campaigns.

 

He further stated that he had no reason to oppose the President, whom he credited with supporting him during his period of exile.

Ogun Govt. Defends Work On Newly Constructed Roads, Blames Indiscriminate Dumping Of Refuse On Wash-off

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Ayodele Oni
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Dapo Abiodun
Governor Dapo Abiodun

 

By Ayodele Oni

 

Ogun State Government has defended the quality of some newly constructed roads in the state, attributing recent wash-off of a section in Abeokuta to the indiscriminate dumping of refuse into drainage channels by residents.

 

It warned that such practices pose serious threats to public infrastructure and community safety.

 

The government explained that preliminary findings revealed that waste materials dumped into drains obstructed the free flow of stormwater during a recent heavy rainfall, leading to a buildup of water pressure that eventually undermined the affected section of the road.

 

In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, government dismissed suggestions that the incident resulted from poor construction or the use of substandard materials.

 

According to the statement, the drainage infrastructure attached to the road was properly designed to accommodate stormwater runoff, but the accumulation of refuse created artificial blockages that prevented water from flowing freely.

 

The statement noted that all materials used for the construction of the road underwent rigorous quality tests and met, and in some cases exceeded, the required engineering standards.

 

It added that the contractor handling the project is a reputable construction firm with many years of experience and a proven record of delivering quality infrastructure projects.

 

“The incident was not caused by any defect in the road construction. Investigations point to the blockage of drainage channels by refuse dumped indiscriminately by residents, which prevented the free flow of water and led to the damage recorded after the heavy rainfall.”

 

The statement further disclosed that the contractor, alongside engineers from the Ogun State Ministry of Works, is currently on-site carrying out a comprehensive assessment of the damage.

 

It noted that following the evaluation, immediate remedial works would commence to restore the affected section of the road and ensure the safety and convenience of road users.

 

While reaffirming the government’s commitment to the provision and maintenance of critical infrastructure across the state, the statement stressed that residents also have a responsibility to protect public assets.

 

It warned that dumping refuse into drainage channels contributes not only to the destruction of roads, but also to flooding, environmental degradation, public health risks, destruction of property and avoidable expenditure of public resources.

 

Some of the affected roads include Car Wash–Moore Junction in Abeokuta

 

The statement urged residents to report individuals or groups caught dumping waste into drains to the appropriate authorities for necessary action.

 

According to the government, protecting public infrastructure requires collective responsibility and cooperation from all stakeholders, adding that it would continue to take proactive measures to safeguard lives, property and public investments across the state.

 

Ogun State Government reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the prompt rehabilitation of the affected road, while intensifying public awareness campaigns aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future.

Oyo Kidnapping: Tinubu, Gov Makinde Not Working Together; They Are Playing Politics

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Tosin Olatokunbo
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President Bola Tinubu and Seyi Makinde
File Photo: President Bola Tinubu and Seyi Makinde

A former presidential aide, Laolu Akande has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to work together with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state to rescue the abducted 42 students and teachers kidnapped in Ogbomoso on May 15 by suspected terrorists.

The former media aide to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo spoke amid the ongoing efforts by security agencies to rescue the victims and the outrage that has trailed the incident, after the terrorists killed two teachers and threatened to kill the students if their demands are not met.

Akande said the two leaders appear to be working at cross-purposes, they must stop playing politics with the lives of the abducted victims, he said, warning that this is not the time to ‘play politics” as President Tinubu ‘cannot be going one way while Makinde is going the other way” on the issue.

He spoke on Thursday during an interview on Channels TV programme saying Tinubu and Makinde ought to have met face-to-face on how to tackle the problem, and how to rescue the victims more than three weeks after the incident happened.

He also called on President Tinubu to declare a state of Emergency on security in the country, urging him to go after the terrorists and their sponsors.

Tinubu is the ‘commander-in-chief’ he should not be afraid to go after the non-state actors and their sponsors causing problems in the country, the former presidential aide said, adding that the “president must step up his game significantly” if he really wants to end insecurity.

“Tinubu must summon Makinde. They must be working together to deal with the situation. We have gotten to a stage when the president must declare a state of emergency. He must go ahead to tackle their sponsors. Is he afraid of the sponsors. We need Tinubu to give us his A-game,” Akande said.

In the aftermath of the Ogbomoso abduction, a former governor of Ekiti state had alleged that the incident may have been orchestrated by the state government to blackmail the Tinubu administration.

Fayose is a close ally of President Tinubu.
“In Oyo State, I strongly believe though I might be wrong but this sometimes might be orchestrated. The governor of Oyo State had his nomination and that of his candidates in the face of this abduction,.
“He did not take any action, no steps were taken, it was after those nominations that he went to the families to visit them.
“I sometimes believe that the abduction at Oyo School was orchestrated by the Oyo State Government to blackmail President Tinubu,” Fayose stated.
Governor Makinde, in his reaction to the former Ekiti helmsman said Fayose needed a spiritual help.

Uzodimma Highlights Imo Youth Empowerment Drive, Applauds Humanitarian Ministry

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R-L: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State with the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro when the latter and his team paid a working visit to the Governor at Government House Owerri, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
R-L: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State with the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro when the latter and his team paid a working visit to the Governor at Government House Owerri, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Governor Hope Uzodimma has praised the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction for its support to Imo State, describing the ministry as a strategic partner in the State’s efforts to reduce poverty and empower vulnerable citizens.

 

Speaking while receiving the Minister,  Dr. Bernard Doro, and his delegation in Government House Owerri, Wednesday June 3, 2026, Uzodimma said his administration had aligned its humanitarian programmes with federal policies and successfully developed a credible social register recognised by development partners, including the World Bank.

 

The Governor commended the Ministry’s intervention programmes, particularly the transition from cash disbursements to bank-account payments, which he said would enhance transparency, efficiency and security for beneficiaries.

 

Uzodimma also showcased Imo’s growing digital economy, revealing that more than 65,000 youths have been trained in various digital skills, with many now working remotely for international companies.

 

“Our digital ecosystem is creating jobs, reducing unemployment and helping to address insecurity by taking young people off the streets,” he said.

 

He disclosed that the State’s Digital City operates through a public-private partnership with the University of California, Berkeley, and has attracted collaboration from organisations such as the UNDP and the World Bank.

 

The Governor further commended President Bola Tinubu for economic reforms that have boosted State revenues and enabled sub-national governments to undertake impactful development projects.

 

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro commended the Imo State Government for its infrastructural and social development achievements while reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to poverty reduction and empowerment initiatives in the state.

 

He praised Governor Uzodimma for what he described as “giant development strides,” noting that he had reviewed a compendium of the administration’s achievements since his last visit during the State’s 50th anniversary celebration.

 

The Minister said Imo State had benefited from about N6.6 billion under the Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer Programme, a flagship intervention that provides N75,000 in three tranches to vulnerable Nigerians.

 

“The funds go directly to verified beneficiaries drawn from the National Social Register and linked to their National Identification Numbers,” he said.

 

He also announced plans for the Renewed Hope Skills Acquisition Programme and expressed interest in partnering with the State, particularly through the Imo Digital City Hub, to expand skills development opportunities and create greater impact for residents.

 

FG, Imo Seal Pact On Federal Medical Centre, Okigwe

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R-L: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State with the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, after the Federal and State governments had signed the pact on Federal Medical Centre Okigwe at the Government House Owerri, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
R-L: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State with the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, after the Federal and State governments had signed the pact on Federal Medical Centre Okigwe at the Government House Owerri, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

It is now official that Imo State has a new Federal Medical Centre in Okigwe following the conversation of the former Federal Medical Centre, Owerri as a Teaching Hospital for the Federal University of Technology, Owerri not long ago.

 

The pact to have the former General Hospital, Okigwe, become Imo State’s new Federal Medical Centre was sealed Wednesday, June 3, 2026 between the federal government delegation led by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako and those of the Imo State led by Governor Hope Uzodimma.

 

During the signing of agreement for the conversation of the General Hospital, Okigwe to a Federal Medical Centre, Okigwe, Governor Uzodimma commended President Bola Tinubu for the speedy approval to establish a new Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Imo State, describing the move as a demonstration of responsive and compassionate leadership.

 

Speaking at the Government House, Owerri during the courtesy visit by the Minister and his entourage, the Governor expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for addressing what he described as a “longstanding gap in the State’s healthcare infrastructure.”

 

Uzodimma recalled that following the upgrade of Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education to a Federal University of Education, and the Federal Medical Centre, Owerri, converted to the Federal University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Imo became the only State in the country without a Federal Medical Centre (FMC).

 

He said the State government therefore appealed to the Federal Government which saw merit in the appeal and approved the siting of a new FMC in Okigwe.

 

“To facilitate the project, the State handed over the General Hospital, Okigwe, as the take-off facility. We are happy that this agreement is being executed today. The ultimate beneficiaries are the people of Imo State,” the Governor said.

 

He, therefore, thanked  Mr. President, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammed Ali Pate and the Federal Government for absorbing the hospital staff and pledged the State’s continued support to ensure quality healthcare delivery across Imo.

 

Earlier,  the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Salako, commended the Imo State Government for its achievements in the health sector, describing the State as one of the Federal Ministry of Health’s “flagship States” in healthcare delivery.

 

Salako praised Governor Uzodimma’s investments in primary healthcare, health insurance expansion and specialist medical services.

 

“We see what Imo is doing in healthcare and consider the State one of our most cherished partners in achieving universal health coverage,” he said.

 

The Minister noted that the establishment of the FMC aligns with President Tinubu’s vision of bringing specialist healthcare closer to Nigerians and reducing medical tourism abroad.

 

He assured the State government of continued federal support, including funding, infrastructure and staff recruitment, adding that existing hospital workers willing to serve under the Federal Government would be retained after an audit.

 

The Deputy Governor of Imo State Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Cosmas Iwu the Chief of Staff, Barr. Nnamdi Anyaehie, the Imo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Paul Obinatu, and other top government officials joined the Governor at the meeting.

Tinubu Must Resign Now, Nigerians No Longer Safe under Him- Baba-Ahmed

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Tosin Olatokunbo
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Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed

Amid the deteriorating insecurity in the country, the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign as the commander-in- chief, saying he has no answer to the security challenges facing the country.

The PRP made the demand in a statement issued on Thursday by the National Chairman of the party, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed who said the security situation in the country has reached an alarming level, as non-state actors, such as bandits, kidnappers have taken over the country.

According to him, the problem which was initially limited to a part of the country has now spread from “Bama to Badagry”saying Nigerians are no longer safe under the leadership of President Tinubu, who he accused of amassing so much power to himself but has failed to use same to protect Nigerians.

Baba-Ahmed said “School children have joined the long stretch of soft targets” for the criminals who he said are capitalizing on the ‘weakness’ of the current leadership in the country to carry out their heinous act, wondering why President Tinubu still insist in contesting again despite his failures in tackling the insecurity in the country.

The PRP chairman was referencing the abduction of over 40 students and teachers from three schools in Orire Local government, Ogbomoso, Oyo state on May 15 by suspected terrorists who invaded three schools in broad day light. Two of the teachers have already been killed. The students are still in captivity more than three weeks after.

Baba-Ahmed said Nigerians must not accept the current situation as “normal.” This is not how Nigerians should live,” the statement said.

“From Generals to toddlers; from Bama to Badagry, no Nigerian is safe under this leadership. It is no longer the case that only parts of the country have been virtually surrendered to criminals. Now, no Nigerian in any part of the country is protected from rampant violent criminals who exploit our major weakness,” Baba-Ahmed said.

“School children have joined the long stretch of soft targets, and the nation appears to be at the point of accepting this situation as normal. We must not submit to the weakness of leaders and the exploits of criminals. This is not how Nigerians should live.

“Our President has failed the nation, and there is no evidence that he can improve on his pathetic record. He has amassed all the power in the country around him, yet he has failed to use it to protect and defend Nigerians.

“In most other democracies, President Tinubu’s failure to respect the values of accountability and responsibility would not have been tolerated. Nigerians must rise to demand an end to this ineptitude and indifference. President Tinubu should resign, now!

“While he may have the luxury of ignoring our current deteriorating circumstances and awaiting the verdict of rejection by voters in 2027, Nigerians who will continue to fall victim to violent criminals do not have the luxury of waiting to vote him out in 2027.

“There is nothing democratic in insisting that incompetent and uncaring leadership must complete terms. Nigerians should demand, with one voice, that President Tinubu’s failure to secure Nigerians cannot be tolerated any further,” Baba-Ahmed said in the statement.

Corps Members, Soldier Burnt To Death In Adamawa Road Mishap

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Suleiman Anyalewechi
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Adamawa Road Accident

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

 

Four serving members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, were among  six persons burnt to death in a ghastly road mishap in Adamawa State on Wednesday.

 

The sad incident which occurred at about 1.50 pm along the Narehi area.of Girei/Song Local Council of the State, also, claimed the life of a military officer.

 

A statement from the spokesperson for the Adamawa police authorities, Suleiman Nguroje, informed that the incident involved a military gun trunk and a commuter bus.

 

According to him, the commuter bus conveying five passengers from Yola to Mubi, had a head-on collision with the military truck heading in the opposite direction from Kombi to Yola.

 

“Preliminary findings revealed that both vehicles were involved in a head-on collision, resulting in the commercial bus flipping over, and bursting into flames.

 

” Tragically, all five passengers aboard the Hummer bus were burnt to death after the vehicle caught fire following the collision”, the police stated

 

According to the police, one of the occupants of the military vehicle ,a serving soldier also lost his life in the crash.

 

Similarly, the police disclosed that preliminary findings have identified three of the Corps members involved as Suleiman Juliet , Usman Shuaibu, (both from Kaduna state) ,and Hafsat Hassan.

 

However, the remaining victims, according to the Police are yet to be identified.

 

According to the police statement, while  the corpses of the victims have been  evacuated to the Specialist Hospital in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, further efforts are underway to identify the other victims ,as well as locate their families.

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