metro

Flood disaster in Bauchi claims 24 lives, 163 injured

Published

7 months ago

September 10, 2024

Flood disaster in Bauchi claims 24 lives, 163 injured

No fewer than 24 persons have been killed while 163 others have been injured in flood disaster in Bauchi state as a result of heavy rainfall.

This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Hajara Yakubu Wanka, at a press briefing held at Government House Bauchi, on Monday.

Wanka, who spoke after a State Executive Council Meeting presided over by Governor Bala Mohammed, described it as one of the worst flood disasters in the state.

She explained that persistent heavy rainfall witnessed in the past months led to flooding which affected mostly the northern parts of the state.

The Commissioner disclosed that the flooding displaced 122, 330 persons in several local governments in the state, and mostly affected Shira, Giade, Dambam, Itas Gadau.

According to her, the flood washed away 60 culverts and cut out 12 major roads in the state, disrupting social and economic activities in several parts of the state in the process.

READ ALSO:

She revealed that 11, 183 livestock were lost to the flooding which also destroyed 2000 houses.

She said that 178 electric poles were destroyed while 52, 035 houses were affected by the flood disaster
Wanka disclosed that Governor Bala Mohammed has visited the affected local governments and donated relief materials that include both material and non-material items.

She said the Governor has set up a committee to ascertain the level of damage recorded in the flood disaster
She commanded the Federal government for the quick response to the flood disasters, sending delegations to support victims in the State.

Wanka revealed that no fewer than four ministers were deployed by President Bola Tinubu to Bauchi state as a response to the flood disaster.

She pledged the commitment of the state government to partner with the federal government and its relevant agencies, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NAMA) to ameliorate the sufferings of victims.

The Commissioner said most of the displaced persons are residing in host communities in parts of the state, and said that the state governor has set up a committee to ascertain the level of damage and come out with a lasting solution to the problem in the state.

It will be recall that Bauchi is among 13 states predicted by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) that will experiencing devastating flood disasters as a result of heavy rainfall for days.

Flood disaster in Bauchi claims 24 lives, 163 injured

metro

Tinubu, Gov Yusuf asked to resolve Kano Emirate crisis

Published

5 hours ago

April 13, 2025

Trends Admin

Muhammad Sanusi and Ado Bayero

Tinubu, Gov Yusuf asked to resolve Kano Emirate crisis

A group, One Kano Agenda(OKA), has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Abba Yusuf to facilitate peaceful dialogue among the stakeholders to resolve the current Emirship crisis in Kano.

The Director-General of the group, Amb. Abbas Abdullahi, who made the call while addressing a press conference at the NUJ press centre, Kano, on Sunday, also urged Northern Elders to encourage peaceful dialogue over the matter.

“We respectfully appeal to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and His Excellency the Governor of Kano State and the respected elders of Arewa to take a proactive role in encouraging peaceful dialogue among all relevant stakeholders.

“National peace begins with local harmony and the restoration of calm in Kano is a matter of national interest.

“A prompt non partisan mediation effort will go a long way in maintaining mutual respect between state and federal institutions and protecting our traditional values,” Abdullahi said.

READ ALSO:

The group also called for peace and unity among residents of the state in the wake of the Emirship tussle.

It emphasized the need for all stakeholders “to put Kano first and avoid divisions that could harm the state’s social fabric.

“We are gathered here because we believe that Kano must come first before political differences, personal ambitions or any divisive agenda.

“Recent developments around the Emirate issue have stirred tensions, sparked public debates and regrettably fueled discord among our people.

“While discussions on matters of history and tradition are important, we must be careful not to allow misinformation or political manipulation to erode the unity we have built over generations,” it said.

The group warned against any attempt to politicize the Emirate issue and emphasized the importance of respecting the state’s traditional institution.

It urged all stakeholders, including youth, civil society groups, and religious leaders “to rise above divisions and work towards peace and unity.”

Tinubu, Gov Yusuf asked to resolve Kano Emirate crisis

metro

JUST IN: Two rescued in Lagos building collapse

Published

5 hours ago

April 13, 2025

Trends Admin

JUST IN: Two rescued in Lagos building collapse

Two persons have been rescued after a three-storey building collapsed in Lagos Island.

The building said to be under construction, caved in Sunday afternoon at 4, Agarawu Street, Lagos Island.

The victims were said to have been trapped when the building collapsed and were only extricated from the rubble by emergency workers who rushed them to the hospital.

READ ALSO:

Confirming the incident, the Lagos Police Command said no life was lost.

Spokesman, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the site had been cordoned off by responders, adding that there was calm in the neighbourhood.

He said the relevant agencies would probe the cause of the collapse.

JUST IN: Two rescued in Lagos building collapse

metro

Police bust car theft syndicate in Abuja, arrest suspects

Published

6 hours ago

April 13, 2025

Trends Admin

FCT Police Command Spokesperson, SP Adeh Josephine

Police bust car theft syndicate in Abuja, arrest suspects

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismantled a notorious car theft syndicate operating in Abuja, recovering two stolen vehicles and arresting three key members of the gang.

The suspects reportedly confessed to refurbishing stolen vehicles, altering their colours, and reselling them as newer models to unsuspecting buyers.

The FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday.

“On April 11, 2025, following a distress call received by the Durumi Division regarding the theft of a gold-coloured 2005 Toyota Corolla (registration number KUJ 208 DA) from a residence, operatives swiftly launched an investigation,” she stated.

The stolen vehicle was tracked to a workshop in Durumi, where it was undergoing illegal refurbishment. The car’s colour was already being changed in an attempt to conceal its identity and prepare it for quick resale.

READ ALSO:

Further searches at the workshop led to the recovery of another red Toyota Corolla (registration number GWA 844 CK), which had earlier been reported stolen from a residence in Jikwoyi.

Three suspects were arrested at the scene: Steven Musa, David Dalyol (a painter) and Ibrahim Mohammed (a mechanic).

During interrogation, the trio confessed to being part of a larger car theft syndicate operating across Wuse, Central Area, Jikwoyi, and Bwari within the FCT. They admitted to stealing multiple vehicles, refurbishing them, and selling them off as upgraded models.

The suspects remain in police custody and will be charged to court upon completion of investigations.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao S. Adewale, commended the swift action of the officers involved and urged residents to install vehicle tracking systems and anti-theft devices to enhance recovery efforts in the event of a theft.