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Man Killed by Oncoming Train in Lagos, LASEMA Confirms
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has reported a tragic incident where a man lost his life after being struck by a train on a railway track on Monday.
This information was revealed by the agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, in an official statement released in Lagos.
According to Dr. Oke-Osanyintolu, LASEMA received an emergency call around 6:00 PM concerning the train accident that occurred along the railway line near Cappa in Lagos.
Responding swiftly to the distress call, the agency’s response team arrived at the scene and discovered an adult male lying on the track. It was determined that the man had been hit by an oncoming train while walking along the railway track.
Upon further investigation, it was revealed that the victim, who was partially clothed and remains unidentified, died instantly as a result of the severe impact from the collision.
The force of the train made it impossible for the man to survive, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
LASEMA’s response team proceeded to bag the remains of the deceased and is now awaiting the arrival of officials from the State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU), who will transport the body to the morgue for proper identification and further procedures.
This unfortunate incident highlights the dangers of walking along railway tracks, with LASEMA emphasizing the need for safety and caution in such areas.
Sokoto State government hails soldiers for foiling an attempted ambush that was planned by suspected bandits in Sabon Birni Local Government Area.
A statement was released by the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security Matters, Col. Ahmed Usman (rtd), who revealed that an attempted ambush was planned to target traders traveling from Tarah village to Sabon Birni. However, their plans were thwarted after the Nigerian Armed Forces intervened.
“The swift response, professionalism, and courage displayed by our military personnel once again reaffirm their commitment to protecting the lives and property of our people.”
He then warned “Anyone aiding or abetting criminal activity will face the full weight of the law.”
Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, breaks silence and applauds the Nigerian armed forces for aiding and supporting in a coup that was about to happen in Benin Republic.
He praised the soldiers for being able to back the Benin forces as they fought against the coup.
“Earlier today, on my orders, the Nigerian armed forces stood gallantly as a defender and protector of constitutional order in the Republic of Benin on the invitation of the government…….”
“Nigeria stands firmly with the government and people of the Republic of Benin.”
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confirmed that 100 students have been released from the abduction incident in Niger State.
He praised the security agencies for being able to rescue that many students and applauded their efforts.
“I have been briefed on the safe return of 100 students from the Catholic School in Niger State.
I rejoice with Governor Umar Bago and commend our security agencies for their steadfast work in ensuring the safe return of the students to their families since the unfortunate incident on November 21.”
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