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NEW WAVE OF CORONAVIRUS: CORPS MARSHAL CHARGES COMMANDING OFFICERS TO INTENSIFY AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ON MAXIMUM PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES AND ENFORCEMENT

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FRSC RECORDS 47% INCREASE IN NUMBER OF PERSONS RESCUED FROM 131 CRASHES DURING 2022 EASTER

 

The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has tasked Commanding Officers to brace up, be more proactive and ensure immediate deployment of personnel for aggressive sensitization of the motoring public on the need to observe maximum safety precautionary measures in the face of the recent threat of the second wave of COVID-19 in Nigeria.

 

According to Bisi Kazeem , the Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC in a press release, he further directed that safety managers domiciled with fleet operators must endeavour to ensure strict compliance to all standing directives given by the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 including provision of running water and hand washing equipments and making available, hand sanitisers both in parks/terminals and in the vehicles.

Oyeyemi stated that as the Corps commences this year’s end of year special patrol towards the successful Christmas and new year celebrations, the Corps will not relent in its commitment to safer motoring environment as Commanding Officers have been directed to heighten advocacy and sensitization campaigns in motor parks to bring the message of the rising cases of COVID-19 pandemic to the consciousness of road travelers. This is because creating understanding and enforcing compliance with the rules is strategic to achieving the required success.

Oyeyemi further ordered that drivers of vehicles must be made to comply with every directive on physical distancing by carrying only one person at the front and not more than three at the rear seat of the vehicles. While motorcycle riders should carry only one person at a time so that occupants will be able to guard themselves and watch out for symptoms as they commute to their destinations.

Kazeem equally stated that the Corps Marshal advised travelers to stay away from overloaded vehicles at all times no matter the urgency of their trip. He warned all vehicle occupants to always wear their seatbelts, put on their facemasks and ensure that they fill the passenger manifest before the trip commences.

According to him, at this point, it is better to be late on your trip than to indulge in unhealthy acts that will lead to contracting or spreading the virus as the world has already had enough of the epidemic.

Oyeyemi further cautions motorists who notice any strange type of flu to consider the welfare of others and stay back, notify the family and loved ones of the development, and report him or herself for medical examination.

While he gave the foregoing advice and warned against indiscriminate overloading of vehicles, the Corps Marshal enjoined all motorists and road users to drive to stay alive as they continually observe all traffic rules and regulations.

He cautioned FRSC personnel detailed on enforcement to treat road users with tolerance, civility, empathy as he called on the public to report any noticeable noncompliance by any transporter to the Corps through the Toll Free emergency numbers 122 or the Public Education Officer through the National traffic radio live lines GLO 08052998090, MTN 09067000015, and SMS on GLO 08052998012.

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APC Primaries: How Primate Ayodele Foretold Ned Nwoko, Gbenga Daniel’s Loss (VIDEO)

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Primate Ayodele Never Said Seyi Makinde Would Become President’’ – Media Aide Clarifies*

*APC Primaries: How Primate Ayodele Foretold Ned Nwoko, Gbenga Daniel’s Loss (VIDEO)

 

The All Progressive Congress primary election that is currently ongoing has brought about surprises in some states, especially the Senate primary that was held yesterday.

The election, so far, can be described as one that has fallen even the mighty ones. We have seen grown men wailing and lamenting because they couldn’t accept the fact that they lost their bid to return to the national assembly despite their support for the government.

For some people who have been in the party for years, newcomers dislodged them during the election, and they have been crying foul, threatening to start legal actions, and the situation is bad for them because they can’t move to another party anymore.

Among those who were shockingly taken out of the way are Ned Nwoko, the senator representing Delta North and former governor Gbenga Daniel, the senator representing Ogun East senatorial district. Their loss is so humbling that they almost didn’t get any votes in their respective election.

Ned Nwoko lost to the former governor of Delta state, Ifeanyi Okowa, while Gbenga Daniel lost to the incumbent governor of Ogun state, Dapo Abiodun.

However, their losses had been foretold by popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, who is renowned for his prophetic insights on issues about politics, governance, education, and nations, to mention but a few.

In different live services, Primate Ayodele had warned both politicians about their ambition, foretelling what would befall them if they went ahead with the primaries.

For Gbenga Daniel, Primate Ayodele stated that a higher authority has taken his right from him, while advising him to forget about the position because they will only mock him. He revealed that the case has already been settled and it’s not in the former governor’s favour. This was months before the primary was held.

These were his words:

“The issue of Dapo and Gbenga Daniel. Gbenga Daniel doesn’t know that his party doesn’t love him. What happened is from the higher authority, and that may be the end of the case, so if Gbenga is struggling, they will just be mocking him.”

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As he said, despite the fact that Gbenga Daniel tried his best to see that he gets a return ticket to the senate, he had to step down a few hours before the primary election as the odd wasn’t in his favour.

For Ned Nwoko, Primate Ayodele had stated that the ticket would be given to Okowa even when nobody believed it.

These were his words:

“Okowa and Ned senate ticket; they want to give it to Okowa, so watch , they will fail you Ned.”

As he said, Ned lost woefully in the election while Okowa won him with a margin that can never be closed.

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Zamfara State Approves Enhanced Pension Payouts for Retired Public Workers

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Zamfara State Approves Enhanced Pension Payouts for Retired Public Workers

 

In a decisive move aimed at alleviating the economic burdens of retired public servants, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, has officially approved increased monthly pension payments for all former workers from both state and local government offices. The approval follows an extensive financial review of retirees’ living conditions, with particular attention to those in lower-income brackets who have been disproportionately affected by the prevailing cost-of-living crisis.

 

The decision was precipitated by the findings and recommendations of a special committee empaneled to evaluate the welfare situation of pensioners across the state. The committee’s report highlighted acute financial distress among aging retirees and called for immediate remedial action. In response, the state government has authorized a substantive upward adjustment in monthly pension stipends.

This increment aligns seamlessly with the Federal Government’s Minimum Wage Act of 2024, which explicitly recommended an additional monthly sum of at least N32,000 for pensioners. Governor Lawal has opted for full implementation of this advisory for all retired state and local government employees a policy intervention expected to benefit thousands of households across Zamfara. The state government has subsequently issued binding directives to all relevant agencies to ensure the expeditious and seamless disbursement of the enhanced payments without procedural delays.

Speaking on the development, the Honorable Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, characterized the policy as a tangible demonstration of Governor Lawal’s unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for both active and former government workers. According to the Commissioner, the administration operates on the principle that dignified retirement includes access to basic necessities and financial comfort. Beneficiaries across all local government areas have been assured of prompt payment once implementation commences.

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Blue Lagos Engages Isan and Oregun Riverine Communities in Epe, Amplifies Calls for Development Interventions

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Blue Lagos Engages Isan and Oregun Riverine Communities in Epe, Amplifies Calls for Development Interventions

 

Blue Lagos Initiative, a, community-focused platform committed to promoting inclusive development and improving access to opportunities in Lagos’ riverine and coastal communities, recently carried out a community engagement visit to the Isan and Oregun riverine communities in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State.

 

The engagement formed part of Blue Lagos’ commitment to listening to underserved populations, understanding their developmental challenges, and amplifying their voices to relevant stakeholders for sustainable action.

 

During the visit, residents of both communities openly shared pressing concerns affecting their daily lives and socio-economic wellbeing. Key among the requests made by members of the communities were the need for a functional maternity health centre to improve access to healthcare services for women and children, establishment of a local primary school at Oregun and the construction of a safe and functional jetty to enhance transportation, safety, and connectivity.

 

Speaking during the engagement, Mr Adesanya Saheed Blue Lagos Team Lead reiterated the initiative’s dedication to community-driven advocacy, noting that meaningful development begins with listening to the people and identifying their most urgent needs.

 

The visit provided an opportunity for direct interaction with community leaders, women, youth, and other residents, fostering dialogue aimed at identifying practical pathways for intervention and collaboration.

 

Blue Lagos reaffirmed its commitment to continuing engagements across riverine and coastal communities in Lagos State, ensuring that the voices of vulnerable and hard-to-reach populations are heard and connected to the appropriate quarters for attention and action.

 

About Blue Lagos:

 

Blue Lagos is a platform committed to improving access to opportunities and services for vulnerable populations in Lagos’ riverine and coastal communities through inclusive development, youth and women empowerment, and data-driven community engagement.

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