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Another Tanker Explodes in Jigawa, Quick Response Prevents Death

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Another tanker explosion has hit Jigawa State, sparking fear among residents of Tsaida community in Dutse Local Government Area.

This incident follows closely on the heels of a devastating tanker explosion just weeks earlier in Majia town, Taura LGA, where over 150 lives were tragically lost.

Aliyu M. A., the spokesperson for the Federal Fire Service, shared details of the incident in a statement.

According to him, the service received an urgent call on the morning of November 12, 2024, from Zubairu Ahmad, the village head of Kuho, alerting them to the tanker accident at Tsaida, located near Kwanar Kalle along the Maiduri Road.

This area, with its busy roads, has seen increasing traffic from heavy-duty vehicles transporting fuel and other goods across the region, making such incidents a rising concern.

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In response to the distress call, Federal Fire Service personnel, supported by security teams, immediately mobilized and rushed to the scene.

Their swift action helped to contain the blaze, preventing it from spreading further and causing additional damage.

The firefighters worked alongside police and local security forces, whose coordinated efforts were instrumental in bringing the situation under control.

Thanks to these combined efforts, no lives were lost in this incident, though one person sustained a minor injury.

Aliyu commended the prompt response and teamwork that helped avert a major tragedy, emphasizing the importance of quick action during emergencies.

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Lagos Police React to Alleged Extortion of Dispatch Riders on Coastal Road

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Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.

It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”


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Ogun State Declares Tuesday Public Holiday to Mark 50th Anniversary

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It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.

This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.

He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.


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Public Reacts as Dino Melaye Criticises Nigeria’s Economy While Abroad

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Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.

In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.

He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”

However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.


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