Connect with us

NEWS

Police Confirm 4 Deaths in Bauchi Water Plant Mishap

Published

on

Share

The Police  Command in Bauchi State has confirmed a tragic industrial accident which claimed the lives of four workers at the Gubi Water Treatment Plant in Bauchi.

The spokesman of the command, CSP Ahmed Wakili, confirmed the incident to newsmen on Sunday in Bauchi.

He said the incident occurred during a sludge cleaning operation inside the plant’s tunnels.

Wakili listed the victims as Shayibu Hamza (48), Abdulmalik Yahya (29), Jamilu Inusa (29) and Ibrahim Musa (42).

Report says that they were all residents of Firo village in Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.

Wakili said the workers had entered a clarifier to dislodge pit pipes when the incident occured.

“They were retrieved unconscious from the tunnel and rushed to the Specialist Hospital, Bauchi, where they were later confirmed dead.

“Police personnel were swiftly deployed to the scene as investigation into the cause of the incident commenced.

“The management of the water treatment facility is said to be cooperating fully with the authorities to ensure a thorough review,” he said

Wakili, however, stressed the importance of stringent safety measures in such high-risk environments.

“Safety must be non-negotiable in operations like this,” he said.

He urged the management and workers across the sector to adhere strictly to established safety protocols.

Wakili said the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, extended condolences on behalf of the command to the victims’ families, colleagues and management of the plant.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the police to improving safety standards to prevent such occurrences in future. (NAN)

NEWS

Tinubu Celebrates Alia at 59th Birthday

Published

on

Share

President Bola Tinubu has warmly felicitated with the Governor of Benue State, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, as he marks his 59th birthday today.

The President extolled Governor Alia’s compassion and humanitarian spirit, which said was evident from his service in the priesthood and public office.

He noted that the Governor has remained faithful to his calling, translating the virtues of integrity and selflessness into transformative leadership for the people of Benue State.

“President Tinubu commends Governor Alia’s unwavering commitment to peace, security, and stability in Benue, acknowledging the courage and clarity with which he pursues lasting solutions that foster good governance and development” his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga said in a statement in Abuja.

The President affirmed his administration’s strong support for these ideals, noting that they aligned with the broader goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda to secure the nation, uplift lives, and promote unity across all regions.

“I urge you to continue steering Benue State on a path of healing, progress, and purposeful governance. The nation stands with you, Governor Alia.

“On this special day, I pray for God’s continued blessings upon you—granting you wisdom, strength, and good health as you steer Benue toward greater heights”the statemetn quoted Tinubu to have said.

Continue Reading

NEWS

Police Smash Mini Truck-snatching Syndicate

Published

on

Share

The Police Command in Enugu state has smashed an armed robbery and mini-truck snatching syndicate. The feat was achieved by the police operatives attached to the Ozalla Police Division, in collaboration with Neighbourhood Watch personnel on Sunday. The Command’s Spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement on Wednesday in Enugu said that one male suspect, Chinedu Onwuka, 35, has been detained in connection with the incidence.

“The operatives also rescued a male victim, who had been tied to a tree in the bush, and recovered his Daihatsu Hijet mini truck, locally known as “Diana”, which the suspect and his fleeing accomplices had stolen at gunpoint.
“The suspect and his gang had hired the driver to transport bags of sand from the Ogbete area of Enugu metropolis to Umuatuaboma in Nkanu West Local Government Area.
“However, along the Umuatuaboma–Obuofia Road, they diverted the vehicle into a bush at gunpoint, tied the driver to a tree, and fled with the truck. “A prompt response by the operatives led to the arrest of the suspect, while others escaped,” he said. The spokesman said that during interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime and admitted to participating in a similar operation in April. He added that the suspect confessed to being paid ₦90,000 as proceeds from the sale of another snatched mini truck. “Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects,” he said. Ndukwe said that the state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Mamman Giwa, had reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering resolve to clamp down on unrepentant criminals of the state. He urged mini truck and other types of truck operators to remain vigilant and cautious about whom they accept conveyance jobs from and their destinations. (NAN)

Continue Reading

NEWS

Court Case Stalls Reps Hearing on Takeover of Benue, Zamfara Houses of Assembly

Published

on

Share

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has adjourned hearing in a petition seeking the National Assembly to takeover Benue and Zamfara State Houses of Assembly to May 28.The Chairman of the committee Rep. Bitrus Laori (PDP-Adamawa) gave the ruling on at the resumption of hearing on Wednesday in Abuja.

He said that the adjournment became necessary as the committee had been served court documents, notifying it that the matter is currently in court.
Laori said that the detials is Suit No. FHC/MKD/CS/146/2025) filed on May 5, 2025 at Federal High Court, Makurdi Division and had been adjourned to May 19.The chairman also said that the leadership of the Benue State House of Assembly had also written a letter to the Senate and House of Representatives Benue Caucuses seeking an interaction over the matter.
“In view of the court processes and the request of the Benue State House of Assembly leadership seeking to dialogue with Senate and House of Representatives Caucuses, the decision to continue sitting on the petition or not will be determined on the next adjourned date, May 28,” he said.Daily Asset reports that in Benue, the House of Assembly suspended 13 lawmakers for three months over their alleged opposition to the removal of the Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese.The judge was accused of gross misconduct and corruption, sparking controversy and division within the assembly .While in Zamfara, the political crisis deepened in February 2024 when the Assembly suspended ten lawmakers.Of the 10 suspended lawmakers for allegedly convening an illegal plenary session, four are from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and six from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Report says that the situation in Zamfara has since escalated into a leadership tussle, with two lawmakers, Mr Bilyaminu Moriki and Mr Bashar Gummi, both laying claim to the speakership.The Gummi-led faction reportedly held a parallel sitting during which they purportedly impeached Moriki.In response, the Moriki-led Assembly suspended 10 members aligned with Gummi, labeling the impeachment as invalid and accusing the group of conducting an illegal session.These crises form the basis of the petitions currently before the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions.Daily Asset observed that the governors and speakers of both State Houses of Assembly who were agains, invited last week did not appear.However, the petitioners, the Guardian of Democracy and Rule of Law represented by a lawyer, Mr Emmanuel Onwudiwe as well as the suspended members of Benue and Zamfara State Houses of Assembly were present. (NAN)

Continue Reading

Read Our ePaper

Top Stories

NEWS6 hours ago

Tinubu Celebrates Alia at 59th Birthday

SharePresident Bola Tinubu has warmly felicitated with the Governor of Benue State, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, as he marks his...

NEWS12 hours ago

Police Smash Mini Truck-snatching Syndicate

Share The Police Command in Enugu state has smashed an armed robbery and mini-truck snatching syndicate. The feat was achieved...

NEWS12 hours ago

Court Case Stalls Reps Hearing on Takeover of Benue, Zamfara Houses of Assembly

ShareThe House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has adjourned hearing in a petition seeking the National Assembly to takeover...

OPINION12 hours ago

Reshaping Nigeria’s Student Loans for Inclusive Access

ShareBy Tosin Kolade In June 2023, President Bola Tinubu signed the Student Loan (Access to Higher Education) Act into law,...

OPINION12 hours ago

Can an American Pope Speak to Nigerian Realities?

ShareBy Dakuku Peterside When white smoke curled into the Roman sky and the world learned that the College of Cardinals...

NEWS12 hours ago

Oil Firms Owe Nigeria $6bn in Taxes, Falana Cries out

ShareHuman rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana has raised serious concerns over the country’s weak tax enforcement...

NEWS12 hours ago

Diri, Cabinet Mourn Former Bayelsa MILAD, Olubolade

ShareFrom Mike Tayese, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Governor, Sen. Douye Diri has described as shocking the sudden demise of one of...

NEWS12 hours ago

NCPC to Sign Contractual Agreement with Air Carrier

ShareFrom Mike Tayese, Yenagoa The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) is set to sign contractual agreements with air carriers and...

NEWS12 hours ago

Immunization: Bayelsa Records 98 Percent Coverage in NIPDs

ShareFrom Mike Tayese, Yenagoa Bayelsa State has recorded 98 percent coverage in the first round of the 2025 National Immunization...

NEWS13 hours ago

FCTA to Clamp down on under Age Gamblers in Abuja

ShareBy Laide Akinboade, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has reiterated its commitment in sanctioning anyone who permits under-age...

Copyright © 2021 Daily Asset Limited | Powered by ObajeSoft Inc