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The Nigerian Army has stated that the absence of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has not created any leadership vacuum within the service. The Army explained that Lagbaja is on official leave, and necessary protocols have been put in place for the Chief of Policy and Plans (Army), Major General Abdulsalami
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Dokan Karji Community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has called on the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and the Federal Government to urgently deploy additional military forces to help halt the constant kidnappings and killings carried out by bandits. In a press statement made available to newsmen on Monday through
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Dokan Karji Community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has called on the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and the Federal Government to urgently deploy additional military forces to help halt the constant kidnappings and killings carried out by bandits. In a press statement made available to newsmen on Monday through
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command has thrown more light on the building collapse incident that occurred at the Vidaz Estate, within the Sabon Lugbe extension area of the nation’s capital. DAILY POST reports that about 40 people were reportedly trapped under the rubble of the building that collapsed on Saturday. Confirming the unfortunate
How previously demolished building collapsed, trapped victims in Abuja – Police
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command has thrown more light on the building collapse incident that occurred at the Vidaz Estate, within the Sabon Lugbe extension area of the nation’s capital.
DAILY POST reports that about 40 people were reportedly trapped under the rubble of the building that collapsed on Saturday.
Confirming the unfortunate incident on Sunday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, explained that the building was “previously demolished by the FCT Authorities due to its location in an illegally-acquired area”.
According to her, the structure was further compromised by scavengers popularly known as baban bola, who tampered with the remnants of the building for scrap metal, leading to its secondary collapse and trapping of the victims.
The PPRO confirmed that a total of five persons have successfully been rescued from the debris, stating that there were no fatalities reported.
“In light of this incident, we urge the public to respect the boundaries of demolished structures and construction sites, ensuring their safety and preventing similar occurrences in the future,” the statement added.
How previously demolished building collapsed, trapped victims in Abuja – Police
The Abia House of Representatives member caught on camera assaulting a Bolt driver, Alex Ikwechegh, has apologized for his actions. Ikwechegh admitted that his actions in assaulting a cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, fell short of the standards expected of a public office holder. An altercation between Ikwechegh and the cab driver during the delivery of
Abuja Bolt driver assault: I’m sorry, cooperating with police – Abia Rep, Alex Ikwechegh
The Abia House of Representatives member caught on camera assaulting a Bolt driver, Alex Ikwechegh, has apologized for his actions.
Ikwechegh admitted that his actions in assaulting a cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, fell short of the standards expected of a public office holder.
An altercation between Ikwechegh and the cab driver during the delivery of a package led to threats and assaults by the lawmaker.
The Abia State lawmaker had threatened to make the cab driver disappear from Nigeria.
A video of the altercation, which was leaked by social media critic Martins Ortse, aka VeryDarkMan, gained traction and condemnation from Nigerians.
The Nigeria Police Force also disclosed that it is handling the matter.
However, Ikwechegh, in a statement issued on Tuesday, regretted the harm and embarrassment his actions caused Abuwatseya, his constituents and the public.
The lawmaker also assured his cooperation with the police, pledging his support for the ongoing investigation into the matter.
He said: “I, Honourable Alex Ikwechegh, Member of the House of Representatives, wish to address a deeply disturbing incident that occurred at my residence recently. A video has surfaced showing me engaging in unacceptable behavior towards an Uber driver who came to deliver a waybill for me. I am deeply sorry for my actions and acknowledge that they were unacceptable and unbecoming of a public official.
“As a public servant, I recognize the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian people. My behavior fell short of the standards expected of me, and for that, I am truly sorry. I understand that my actions have caused harm and embarrassment to the driver, my constituents and the nation at large.
“I want to assure the public that I am fully cooperating with the Nigeria Police investigation into this matter.
“As a public servant, I recognise the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian people. My behavior fell short of the standards expected of me, and for that, I am truly sorry.”
Abuja Bolt driver assault: I’m sorry, cooperating with police – Abia Rep, Alex Ikwechegh