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LASTMA RESCUE LAWMA OPERATIVE STRUCK DOWN BY RECKLESSLY SPEEDING LOADED CONTAINERIZED TRUCK ALONG OFFIN CANAL AXIS INWARD EKO BRIDGE  The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a distressing and potentially fatal road traffic occurrence that unfolded in the early hours of today at Oja Junction, along the principal carriageway by Offin Canal inward Eko Bridge, involving a heavily laden containerised truck which violently struck a male operative of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), identified as Mr. Baba Ibeji, while he was diligently discharging his lawful refuse evacuation duties. Preliminary investigative findings indicate that the articulated vehicle, reportedly travelling at an inordinately excessive speed, suffered a devastating brake system failure while descending the CMS Bridge connecting Offin Canal to Eko Bridge. This mechanical failure precipitated a catastrophic loss of control, culminating in the truck forcefully mowing d...

TROOPS OF 4 BRIGADE RAID KIDNAPPERS’ HIDEOUT, ARREST SUSPECTS IN EDO NORTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT Troops of 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in collaboration with personnel of the Nigerian Air Force, Edo State Police Command, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the Edo State Security Corps, on 4 February 2026 conducted a clearance operation, codenamed Operation IGBO DANU 1 to neutralise, flush out terrorists, kidnappers and rescue victims at Osara Community in Etsako West Local Government Area as well as Auchi and Okpella Communities all in Edo North Senatorial District of Edo State. During the operation, eight suspected kidnappers and illicit drug peddlers were arrested. The suspects were identified as Jamilu Mohammad (25), Kasim Abu (33), Braimoh Affeez (31), Sulaiman Hamisu (36), Lawan Umaru (25), Bawa Auwal (24), Musa Umaru (40), and Amodu Attai (50). Weapons recovered from the suspects include one English Auto Pump-action gun, four live cartridges, and one locally mad...

Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Strengthens Pathway for Strategic Tourism Investment in Niger State   The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has commenced structured engagement with Niger State to advance investment-ready tourism and heritage projects, following a courtesy visit by a Niger State delegation led by the Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Ladidi Rakiya Bawa Bosso.   Welcoming the delegation, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammad, MFR, mni, commended Niger State for its proactive approach to tourism development and for presenting clearly articulated priorities supported by planning frameworks. He noted the strategic importance of Niger State’s proximity to the Federal Capital Territory and its historical relevance to Nigeria’s national identity.   In her presentation, the General Manager of the Niger State Tourism Corporation, Hajiya Zainab ...

LASTMA IMPOUNDS 27 COMMERCIAL BUSES FOR GRAVE VIOLATIONS OF LOADING REGULATIONS AND PERSISTENT NON-COMPLIANCE WITH ROAD SAFETY STANDARDS ACROSS LAGOS ROAD NETWORK. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced a far-reaching statewide enforcement initiative aimed at curbing the pervasive and hazardous practice of vehicular overloading, as part of its sustained commitment to enhancing road safety and enforcing uncompromising compliance with extant traffic regulations across Lagos State. During an early-morning, coordinated enforcement exercise conducted after repeated warnings issued through multiple public sensitization platforms the Agency impounded twenty-seven (27) commercial and private vehicles found to be in flagrant breach of prescribed loading limits and established safety standards. The operation was executed in strict accordance with the directive of the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, following heightened concerns over th...

LASTMA APPREHENDS DANGOTE TRUCK DRIVER FOLLOWING SERIOUS HEAD-ON COLLISION WITH COMMERCIAL BUS, LEAVING THREE PASSENGERS CRITICALLY INJURED ALONG LAGOS–BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY. The Lagos State Government has received with deep concern reports of a serious road traffic collision that occurred at Mosafejo–Aradagun, along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway, involving a Dangote articulated truck and a commercial Mazda bus with registration number FST 946 YK. Preliminary accounts indicate that the incident ensued when the driver of the articulated truck, while attempting to execute a manoeuvre at an unauthorised U-turn point, collided head-on with the oncoming commercial bus. The violent impact resulted in three male passengers sustaining severe injuries while the driver was immediately apprehended by LASTMA. Personnel of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) in synergy with operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), responded with commendable promptitude to the d...

ONITSHA MAIN MARKET TRADERS ASSURED OF SECURITY AND SAFETY The Headquarters 82 Division, Nigerian Army wishes to commend the courageous and patriotic traders of Onitsha Main Market for their bold decision to reopen their businesses after years of yielding to the empty threats of enemies of the nation. This decisive action represents a collective stand for peace, security, and economic progress in Anambra State and the South-East region at large. For years, criminal elements masquerading as freedom fighters have instilled fear and undermined the livelihoods of hardworking citizens. Their actions, aimed at crippling commerce, destabilising communities, and eroding confidence in government institutions, have long been countered by security efforts. The renewed courage of these patriotic traders further validates the significant strides made by security agencies. By rejecting intimidation and resuming lawful business activities, they have demonstrated resilience and an unwaveri...