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Fire destroys shops, shanties in Lagos, Plateau

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Fire incidents have been recorded in Lagos and Plateau states destroying shops, offices and shanties in the process.

In the early hours of Wednesday, a fire ravaged some shops at Alaba Rago in the Ojo area of Lagos State.

The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Damilola Oke-Osanyitolu, confirmed this in a statement obtained by PUNCH Metro.

According to him, the fire, which started around 10:23pm on Tuesday, was brought under control through the swift intervention of the emergency responders.

He however noted that no casualties were recorded during the incident.

“A joint response effort was launched following distress calls received by the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency and the Lagos State Government at 10:23 pm. The emergency response teams from LASEMA and LASG promptly deployed to the incident scene at Alaba Rago, Ojo.

“Upon arrival, responders found several shanty shops engulfed in flames. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation,” the statement partly read.

While noting that the permanent structures at the incident scene were unaffected by the fire, he added that the shanty shops, however, were damaged.

He further stated that the agency’s Dolphin Response Team from Igando and the Lagos State Fire Service and Rescue Service responded to the distress call.

“The fire has been fully extinguished, and dampening down operations have been concluded. A post-disaster assessment was conducted to determine the true extent of the incident. Search and rescue operations have also been concluded,” the statement added.

In the Jos fire, an eyewitness disclosed that the incident, which affected shops and offices, started around 4:00 pm on Wednesday, prompting a resident to alert the Jos South and Jos North fire services.

“I came out of my office and I saw fire everywhere. I don’t know the actual cause but I was able to contact the fire service from Jos South and Jos North Local Government Areas. They were able to mobilise their people who came and right now, they are trying to quench the fire”, an eyewitness, John Michael, told our correspondent.

The Chairman of Jos South Local Government Area, Mr Silas Dung, also confirmed the fire saying, “I have just been told of the fire and I’m at the scene of the incident.”

An official of the fire service in Jos, who did not want his name in print, said his men had been deployed to the area to contain the fire and stop it from spreading to other locations.

Immediately we got the information, our people came and we have been able to put out the fire,” he said.

PUNCH Metro reports that a similar fire incident occurred last month at a timber market located in the Katato community in the Jos North Local Government Area.

The fire which started in the night affected over 200 people, a majority of whom were carpenters, and left about 107 shops burnt to ashes with goods worth over N1bn destroyed.

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For inside Delta Staati: Meet efe money wey k!dnap him Friend con bęhe*d that he friend, b*ry the he*d for shr!ne and were still collecting money from the boy family wey him kee

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Meet efe money wey k!dnap him Friend con bęhe*d that he friend, b*ry the he*d for shr!ne and were still collecting money from the boy family wey him kee

The person wey the Mr Efe kee so na him t!ght friend, na destiny helper to efe. The person wey efe kee so give efe all the access to heąd over hís invęstments.

Nothing this very guy dey do wey him no dey tell this ev!l boy called Efe.

Na the guy he*d Mr Efe hoļd for hand so when police go remøve the he*d for where Efe bųřy am pųt.

 

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Ooni’s estranged wife, Olori Naomi reportedly collapses, rushed to the hospital following arrest by the police

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Olori Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has been reportedly rushed to the hospital following her arrest.

We reported early this week that Olori Naomi had gotten herself into trouble with her recent charity work. The mother of the crown prince, in collaboration with Agidigbo 88.7 FM, Ibadan, owned by Oriyomi Hazmat, had organized an event to feed the less privileged. Unfortunately, the event led to the death of over 32 children which was caused by a stampede.

The Governor, while sympathizing with the families of victims, noted that efforts had been made to stop further deaths and support victims.

We also learned that the former Queen reportedly collapsed and was rushed to the hospital shortly after her arrest by the police.

When the news of the incident broke out, Ooni expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He showed solidarity with Naomi. He spoke highly of her character and how she was fond of organising similar events when she was royalty.

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IGP WARNS AGAINST UNORGANIZED DISTRIBUTION OF PALLIATIVES, FUNFAIRS. As 2 Other Incidences Hit FCT, Anambra.

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IGP WARNS AGAINST UNORGANIZED DISTRIBUTION OF PALLIATIVES, FUNFAIRS.

As 2 Other Incidences Hit FCT, Anambra.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has raised serious concerns about the unorganized distribution of palliatives and relief items in the country during this festive period. This trend is worrisome and calls for urgent concerns to save the lives of citizens of this country, especially the vulnerable youths and the elderly.

This warning follows a series of tragic incidents that highlight the urgent need for a more structured and effective approach to delivering aid to vulnerable communities and members of the public in general. It would be recalled that on the 18th of December 2024, a tragic incident had occurred in Ibadan, Oyo State, where a stampede at a children’s fun fair resulted in the deaths of at least 35 children and left many others critically injured.

In the early hours of today, the 21st of December 2024, another tragedy struck at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, in a similar stampede that occurred during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals. This unfortunate incident led to the death of 10 individuals, leaving many others injured.

A similar incident also occurred at Okija, Ihiala Local Government, Anambra State at a palliative distribution set up by a philanthropist identified as Obi Jackson, which led to the death of several individuals. At the moment, 3 persons have been confirmed dead while many injured have been taken to various hospitals for adequate treatment.

The IGP emphasized the dangers posed to public safety during these unorganized distributions and funfairs set up by groups, individuals and NGOs, including the potential for stampedes and other incidents that could endanger lives. The lack of a well-defined plan for distributing palliatives has resulted in chaos, leading to long lines and unnecessary confrontations among citizens seeking assistance.

In light of these developments, the IGP has called on government officials, community leaders, and non-governmental organizations to work collaboratively towards establishing a comprehensive and organized framework for distributing palliatives. The IGP has hereby warned groups and organizers of similar events to ensure the involvement of security agencies as negligence on their part is criminal and would not be overlooked, as provided for in Sec. 196 of the Penal Code and Sec. 344 of the Criminal Code, Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. In addition, the IGP has encouraged the general public who would want to benefit from such distributions to tread with caution, prioritizing their safety, to avoid unforeseen calamities.

The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at creating a safer and more structured environment for aid distribution in our communities. Collaborating with relevant stakeholders, the Force aims to prevent future tragedies and ensure such processes are seamless.

The IGP has ordered the Commissioners of the affected states to carry out thorough investigations into these ugly incidences for further legal actions. The Inspector-General of Police therefore sympathizes with the bereaved families and wishes those injured quick recovery.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

21ST DECEMBER, 2024.

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