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FRSC Launches Nationwide Deployment For Eid-el-Fitr: Urges Vigilance Against Overloading

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FRSC Launches Nationwide Deployment For Eid-el-Fitr: Urges Vigilance Against Overloading....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In anticipation of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has initiated a nationwide deployment of patrol vehicles, ambulances, and personnel to ensure road safety during the festive period.….READ ALSO

 

 

Speaking at the official inauguration of the 2024 Sallah Mega Motor Park Rally in Abuja, FRSC Corps Marshal, Dauda Ali-Biu, revealed the comprehensive measures put in place to enhance safety on Nigerian roads.

Ali-Biu emphasized the importance of the deployment of regular and special marshals, as well as operational equipment such as radar guns and breathalysers, to enforce traffic regulations effectively.

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Under the theme “Overloading is a Time Bomb: Stop the Deaths, Do not Overload with Persons, Animals or Goods,” the FRSC aims to raise awareness about the dangers of overloading vehicles.

Ali-Biu stressed the significance of addressing critical offenses like overloading, driving rickety vehicles, and excessive smoke emission to mitigate road accidents.

The deployment spans 52 critical corridors across the country, with a focus on curbing drunk driving, speeding, and other risky behaviors. Tow trucks and bikes have also been mobilized to facilitate swift response to emergencies.

Commanding Officers have been directed to intensify patrol operations and ensure strict enforcement of traffic laws to safeguard lives and property.

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Ali-Biu reaffirmed the FRSC’s commitment to tackling road safety challenges head-on, underscoring the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the public.

As Nigeria prepares for increased vehicular movement during the festive season, the FRSC’s proactive measures aim to reduce accidents and promote responsible driving habits.

With a dedication to enhancing road safety nationwide, the FRSC encourages motorists to adhere to traffic regulations and exercise vigilance on the roads.

 

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Certificate Controversy: Ex-Minister Nnaji Moves To Settle UNN Dispute Out Of Court.

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Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has begun moves to resolve out of court a legal case he filed against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and other respondents over allegations surrounding his academic records.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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Political Rift Deepens As APC Stops Gbenga Daniel From Stakeholders Gathering.

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Senator representing Ogun East in the National Assembly, Gbenga Daniel, alongside his supporters, was reportedly prevented from gaining access to the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders meeting held at Adeola Odutola Hall in Ijebu Ode on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to a viral video circulating online, the former Ogun State governor confirmed the development while addressing his supporters from a branded campaign bus associated with the OGD/PBAT Movement.

In the video, Daniel alleged that the meeting’s outcome would not stand, insisting that he and his group had been barred from entering the venue despite being part of the party structure in the region.

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He stated that although they were present for the APC Ogun East caucus meeting, they were denied access, describing any resolutions taken at the gathering as invalid.

The invitation for the emergency stakeholders’ meeting, issued by party leaders in Ijebu Ode, reportedly included deputy governors, serving and former local government chairmen, councillors, and past and present lawmakers at both state and federal levels.

In a related development, Daniel recently referred to his successor, Ibikunle Amosun, as an “enfant terrible successor” during a church service marking his 70th birthday in Sagamu, where Amosun was also in attendance.

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Both politicians were once close allies before a political fallout that began ahead of the 2007 governorship election, when Amosun challenged Daniel’s re-election bid. The rivalry intensified further in the 2011 political cycle, deepening the divide between the two former governors.

Speaking at the event, Daniel remarked that Amosun’s early political ambition played a role in their fallout during his time in office.

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Explosive Scenes As Paraguay’s Top Football Match Ends In Disarray.

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Violence between supporters and police led to the abandonment of Paraguay’s biggest football fixture on Sunday, April 19, after disorder broke out during the highly anticipated Superclásico between Olimpia and Cerro Porteño.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The match, held at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción, was brought to a halt when chaos erupted inside the stands. Police responded by deploying rubber bullets and tear gas as sections of the crowd panicked, with some spectators rushing onto the pitch in search of safety.

According to reports, the unrest began after firecrackers were detonated in the area occupied by Cerro Porteño supporters. The situation quickly escalated into violent confrontations between fans and security personnel, making it impossible for the game to continue.

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Authorities confirmed that around 100 individuals were detained in connection with the incident, while at least six police officers sustained injuries. One officer is reported to be in serious condition. A hospital spokesperson stated that some of the injured officers suffered head trauma, cuts, and suspected stab wounds.

Police defended their actions, saying their intervention was necessary to protect those in attendance and restore order. They also announced plans to identify those responsible for triggering the violence, adding that such individuals could face sanctions and bans from future sporting events.

The abandoned match could have significant consequences in the Paraguayan league title race. Olimpia currently sit top of the table, holding a six-point lead over Cerro Porteño.

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Under league rules, responsibility for a match suspension may fall on the team whose supporters caused the disruption, with potential forfeiture of points. The final decision now rests with the football association’s disciplinary committee.

Following the incident, Olimpia’s president Rodrigo Nogues indicated the club would push for a three-point award, while Cerro Porteño’s president Blas Reguera argued that responsibility for stadium security should be taken into account in determining any ruling.

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