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BLACKOUT as vandals bomb power transmission line in Abuja

…Cut Bulk Supply, Volume By 250MW

 

Suspected electricity vandals /terrorists have intensified their assault on the nation’s capital city, Abuja following the reported bombing of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) Tower 70, along the 330KV Gwagwalada -Katampe transmission line in the Federal Capital Territory.

The horrific incident has reduced bulk power supply flexibility and the volume of power into Abuja by 250MW, according to TCN’s spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah.

 

She said the incident which occured at about 11.32 pm on 26th February necessitated despatch of patrol team after attempt at reclosure of power trip at the Gwagwalada Substation failed .

Mbah said the the Tower is presently standing precariously with support of conductors.

“The sad incident occurred on the 26th of February, 2024, at about 11.32 pm. At the said time, the Gwagwalada – Katampe Transmission line tripped at Gwagwalada Transmission Substation and trial reclosure by TCN Operators failed, necessitating a physical patrol of the line.

“The TCN lines and patrol team discovered that the four (4) tower footings of Tower 70 were bombed, destroying the tower legs and causing the tower to stand on the ground, supported by conductors”.

Mbah disclosed that the company has mobilized to the location for emergency repairs while calling for vigilance on the part of citizens.

“Meanwhile, TCN has mobilized to the site of the incident and has commenced an emergency repair of the damaged tower and its associated equipment.

“We reiterate the need for vigilance in the fight against vandalism of power equipment. It is important that we report suspicious movements around all power equipment to security operatives or to the nearest TCN offices nationwide”

 

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Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji goes berserk, kills 12 to celebrates Eid

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Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji goes berserk, kills 12 to celebrates Eid

In a shocking development, notorious bandit leader Bello Turji reportedly hosted an elaborate Eid celebration in Magira, Isa Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State, before leading his gang to brutally murder 12 people and injure one in Fadamar Lugu on Tuesday.

The revelation was made by security analyst Bakatsine in a post on X on Wednesday. According to him, Turji’s feast was attended by fellow bandits from neighboring Zamfara State, marking a brazen display of impunity.

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Following the celebration, Turji and his men stormed Fadamar Lugu, unleashing terror on innocent residents.

“Bandit leader Bello Turji hosted an Eid celebration in Magira, Isa LGA, with bandits from Zamfara State. After the feast, he moved to Fadamar Lugu in Isa LGA, Sokoto State, killing 12 people & injuring one person just for fun,” Bakatsine wrote in his post.

Bello Turji, one of the most wanted bandits in Nigeria, has been linked to numerous killings, kidnappings, and attacks across Sokoto and Zamfara States.

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‘I’m not broke’, NURTW leader Agbede denies selling Lagos mansion for N420m

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‘I’m not broke’, NURTW leader Agbede denies selling Lagos mansion for N420m

 

National Chairman of the defunct National CareTaker Committee of the National Union of Road Transport Workers( NURTW) and two terms chairman of the Lagos State council of the union, Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede, has strongly denied the rumours making rounds that he disposed of one of his houses in the Oko Oba axis of Agege, Lagos for N420m.

Reacting to the allegation, the NURTW boss stated, “It has come to my attention that a story has gone viral claiming that I, Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede, have sold one of my mansions in Oko-Oba for a staggering #420 million. I am compelled to respond to this blatant falsehood and set the record straight.

“Firstly, I do own more than one house in the Oko-Oba area, but none of them have been put up for sale. The house in question is actually undergoing renovation, and contractors are currently working on it to make it more habitable.”

Agbede challenged anyone to prove him wrong by providing documents to back up the alleged transactions. “I challenge anyone who claims to have purchased this property to produce the necessary documents and papers to support their claim. I am confident that no such evidence exists, as this transaction is purely a figment of the imagination.

He appealed to members of the the public to disregard the false news and to be cautious of the spread of misinformation.

“I appreciate the support and understanding of my friends, family, and colleagues in this matter.l want to use this opportunity to assure my friends and fans that I am not broke , so nothing can warrant selling of my property,” he said.

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Uromi killings: Deputy Senate President donates N16m to victims’ families

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Uromi killings: Deputy Senate President donates N16m to victims’ families

Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, on Wednesday visited Bunkure Local Government Area of Kano State and sympathised with the families of the 16 travellers who were killed in Uromi, Edo State.

Jibrin met with the families of the victims who hailed from Bunkure, Kibiya, Rano and Garko Local Government Areas, at the At-Taqwa Mosque in the Sabon Fegi area of Bunkure town.

A statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Deputy President of the Senate, Ismail Mudashir, said Senator Barau reassured the families of the deceased hunters that the perpetrators would be brought to book.

Mudashir said Senator Barau was accompanied on the visit by the Minister of State of Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, the Managing Director of the North West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof.Abdullahi Shehu Ma’aji, among other dignitaries.

In addition to the 14 suspects earlier arrested, he said, security agents had nabbed two more persons in connection with the killing of the hunters.

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The lawmaker announced a donation of N1m to each of the families of the 16 deceased hunters, totalling N16m.

The Deputy President of the Senate said he would also sponsor a motion on the matter when the Senate resumes later this month.

“I am here to sympathise with you over the tragic incident that led to the death of 16 of our brothers last Thursday. May Allah grant them Jannatul Firdaus and quicken the recovery of those injured.

“I was worried when the incident happened. I had to call the state governor, security agencies and all stakeholders involved. They swung into action, and so far apart from the 14 people who have been arrested, two more suspects have been nabbed. The state governor, who visited my house in Abuja, has assured me that the state government will support you.

“We will not take it lightly. We will ensure that the culprits are brought to book and face the wrath of the law,” he said.

Speaking on behalf of the families, the Chief Imam of the area, Sheikh Zainul Abidina Auwal, thanked Senator Barau for his efforts at ensuring that justice is served on the matter and described him as the leader needed for the country’s development.

 

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