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Outgoing Corps Marshal Biu Celebrates Legacy Of Road Safety Milestones

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has bid farewell to its outgoing Corps Marshal, Dauda Ali Biu, who has completed his tenure as the head of the commission.

TalkJudith reports that during a farewell parade held in his honor at the national headquarters in Abuja, Biu highlighted the significant achievements of his administration.

Under his leadership, the FRSC achieved a remarkable 22% reduction in road traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities. This accomplishment was made possible through various welfare packages and initiatives aimed at motivating staff, including:
– Promotion of 7,188 personnel, some of whom had been stagnated on the same rank for 14 years
– Employment of 3,537 personnel
– Conversion of 500 personnel from Marshal cadre to Officers cadre
– Approval for 500 personnel to pursue further studies
– Release of funds to settle outstanding transfer allowances
– Improvement of the FRSC Housing Scheme
– Establishment of the FRSC Training Institution
– Training of FRSC personnel to enhance their skills and capabilities
– Training of FRSC paramedics and patrol operatives on casualty handling in partnership with the Ford Foundation
These efforts led to a 37% increase in the number of crash victims rescued alive, from 26,180 in 2022 to 35,788 in 2023.

Also, Nigeria was appointed as a member of the High-Level Consultative Committee for the 2025 Ministerial Conference in Road Safety in Marrakesh, Morocco.

Biu’s administration also strengthened partnerships with stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and the private sector, to tackle rising traffic infractions.

Other achievements included the creation of 113 new Commands, the injection of 335 patrol vehicles, improved post-crash emergency response, establishment of FRSC HMO under the NHIS, and sustained road safety audit.

The outgoing Corps Marshal expressed his gratitude to the Management and staff of the Corps for their cooperation and commitment during his leadership.
He acknowledged that the achievements were made possible due to the passion, commitment, and resilience of the entire workforce.

 

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Track and report abandoned constituency projects; we’ll prosecute -EFCC tells Nigerians

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged Nigerians to track and report abandoned constituency projects, warning that those responsible will face prosecution.

This initiative aims to:

1. Promote transparency and accountability in public spending.
2. Ensure elected officials fulfill their campaign promises.
3. Combat corruption and embezzlement.

Nigerians can report abandoned projects through:

1. EFCC’s website
2. Social media handles
3. Toll-free hotline

Required information:

1. Project location
2. Contractor’s name
3. Contract sum
4. Status (abandoned, incomplete, or completed)

The EFCC will investigate and prosecute those found guilty of corruption, mismanagement, or embezzlement.

This move demonstrates the EFCC’s commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring public funds are utilized effectively.

 

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Regina Daniels Reflects on Her Life Journey

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Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has navigated beyond the controversy surrounding her marriage to billionaire and senator Ned Nwoko.

The mother of two recently shared captivating photos on Instagram, showcasing herself on a luxurious flight with her husband and their children.

In her post, she discussed the various activities that have been occupying her time. Regina highlighted that this constant movement is a defining aspect of her life, captioning her post:

“Story of my life – Always on the move.”

Photo source: Instagram

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#Endbadgovernance Protesters Face Trial For Treason, Court Hearing On September 11

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of 10 #EndBadGovernance protesters in custody.

On Monday, nine male protesters were sent to Kuje Prison, while one female protester was remanded in Suleja Prison. The court has scheduled their trial and ruling on bail applications for September 11.

The protesters, who were arraigned on charges of treason, mutiny, and intent to destabilize Nigeria, include Michael Adaramoye (also known as Lenin), Adeyemi Abayomi, Suleiman Yakubu, Opaoluwa Simon, and Angel Innocent.

Others facing charges are Buhari Lawal, Mosiu Sadiq, Bashir Bello, Nuradeen Khamis, and Abdulsalam Zubairu. All 10 defendants pleaded not guilty to the six charges brought against them, which include conspiracy to commit felony, inciting mutiny, and waging war against the state—offenses punishable under Section 97 of the Penal Code.

The protesters are accused of attempting to intimidate President Bola Tinubu by allegedly attacking police officers, burning police stations, and damaging government and private property during the demonstrations.

The #EndBadGovernance protests, which took place from August 1 to 10, were sparked by widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s economic policies, including the removal of the petrol subsidy and the unification of forex windows.

The protesters also called for measures to address food shortages, unemployment, and government waste, as well as reforms of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Responding to the arraignment, Amnesty International Nigeria Director Isa Sanusi condemned the trials as “sham” and called for the immediate release of the detained protesters.Sanusi criticized the government for prioritizing the punishment of protesters over investigating the deaths of several demonstrators across various states, including Kano, Katsina, and Maiduguri, during the protests.

The police reported seven deaths related to the protests but denied that security forces were responsible for any of the fatalities.

 

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