News
Fire Guts Wooden Stores In Delta
More than 1,200 stalls have been gutted by fire at Hausa market along Asaba-Benin Expressway in Okpanam, the Delta State capital following a gas explosion.
It was gathered that no death was recorded but one person was reportedly injured in the inferno which destroyed goods and food items among others.
An eyewitness said that the fire has left many traders homeless since some of them also reside in the wooden structures that were razed.
The eyewitness explained that the fire was caused by an explosion from a gas cylinder.
The eyewitness said, “It is a massive land occupying stores built with wooden structures. They have different activities taking place there.
READ ALSO: How Winners Are Selected – Grammys’ CEO
“Somebody that sells noodles there was preparing noodles and there was an explosion from the gas cylinder he was using.
“The entire market went into flames with the harmattan breeze that is a catalyst on its own and the fire spread across.
“According to the leader of the community, there were over 1,200 stores and just about 20 stores were spared.”
Similarly, some structures went up in flames at Obulu-Okiti community, Aniocha South Local Government Area of State, in the early hours of Wednesday as a result of suspected activities of illegal dealers of petroleum products.
READ ALSO: Timeline: Four Nigerians, Other African Grammy Awards Winners
It was learnt that some persons engaged in the illegal sales of petroleum products otherwise called the ‘black market’ at the location where the incident occurred.
A source said, “It was a wooding structure and people are living in part of it.
“A young man that lives there with his family who took his child to the hospital, but on coming back, his belongings were gone.”
When contacted, the Director of Delta State Fire Service, Mr. Eugene Oziwelle, confirmed the incident, saying it was true without further explanation on the incident as reported to the Service.
He said, “Yes, it is true”
READ ALSO: Over 30 Feared Dead As Tanker Explodes In Imo
In January, two youths in their early 20s reportedly set ablaze a building housing eight shops along Palm-Groove Road in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.
They were said to have fled the scene immediately after they set the building on fire.
One of the victims and owner of an eatery located within one of the shops told journalists that he “woke up around 3am as a result of the petrol smell.”
News
DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials
The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.
The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.
“The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.
READ ALSO:
Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”
The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.
News
‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu
Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.
In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”
READ ALSO:Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu
Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.
News
Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu
Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.
In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.
“Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!
“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.
READ ALSO:Obi Blames Tinubu For 70% Investment Crash
The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.
“As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.
“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.
READ ALSO:Tinubu Subsidises Kidney Dialysis Cost By 76% In Federal Hospitals
Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.
“I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.
“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.
-
Headline5 days agoUK Bans Sanex Advert For Calling Black Skin ‘Problematic’, White Skin ‘Superior’
-
News5 days agoNigerians Call For Mandatory DNA Tests At Birth
-
News5 days agoYoruba Elders Wade In As Alaafin, Ooni Feud Escalates
-
Headline4 days agoWhy I Plotted President Trump’s Assassination – 50-yr-old Woman
-
Metro3 days agoCustoms Seize N905m Rolls Royce, Other Contrabands In Ogun
-
Headline4 days agoJUST IN: Uganda Reaches Agreement With US To Take Migrants
-
Headline4 days agoViral TV Judge Frank Caprio Is Dead
-
Headline5 days agoTrump Slams US Museums For Focus On ‘How Bad Slavery Was’
-
News2 days agoBREAKING: FG, State, Local Governments Share N2.001trn July Revenue
-
News3 days agoJUST IN: Okpebholo Nominates Another 5 Persons As Commissioner-designates