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NBA, NMA Express Worry Over Security Breakdown In Edo, Call For State Police

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5 years ago

November 24, 2020

The Edo State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and the Benin branch of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Monday expressed worry over the deteriorating security situation in the state, calling on the state government and heads of security agencies to take action.

In a a joint press conference in Benin City yesterday the two professional bodies said the situation in the state has further created a ground for the creation of state police as being agitated in several parts of the country.

Chairman, Benin branch of the NBA, Oiwo Pius Esq said the joint conference became necessary because the state is drifting to a situation of anarchy.

Chairman of the NMA, Dr Omokhua Harrison said: “We hereby call on the Chief Security Officer of the state, His Excellency, the governor of Edo state to please save the people of Edo state further agony by doing the needful.

“We commend and appreciate your efforts so far at curbing the menace thus far but a lot still needs to be done in this regard as it appears these efforts have not yielded the much desired results.

“We also call on the president of the country and the Inspector-General of Police to immediately come to the rescue of Edo people and save them from the hands of these hoodlums who have continued to make them live in fear and uncertainties.

“We would like to recommend that clearing of the bushes of about 50 metres from the road on both sides as was done for the Benin – Ore axis should be extended to the trouble spots on Benin – Auchi axis as well as redeployment of the security personnel back to the road because since the EndSARS protests, security personnel have deserted the Benin – Auchi road.”

On his part, the Publicity Secretary of the NBA, Ogaga Emoghwanre, said the deployment of the joint security task force is not sufficient.

He said “There is a deployment to Upper Sokponba and some around Ehor but we don’t have anything like that in Auchi, Ekpoma, Igueben, Okada, Iguobazuwa and other areas within the state.

“What they have deployed is about one per cent. Five Mopol Units have been sent to Edo State by the Inspector-General of Police and I tell you that we are not seeing them. We are calling on them to do more; we need to see more of their presence around us. They have done well but we need them to do more.”

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Lagos Suspends BRT Lane Enforcement On Eko Bridge, Odo Iya-Alaro

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July 2, 2025

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The Lagos State Government has temporarily suspended enforcement of the Bus Rapid Transit lane along the Eko Bridge and Odo Iya-Alaro corridor to ease growing traffic congestion.

This gridlock is a result of the ongoing structural rehabilitation on the Ogudu-Ifako Bridge expansion joint.

Special Adviser to the Lagos Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa announced the suspension on Wednesday, describing it as a strategic move to tackle gridlock in affected parts of the city.

“This remedial measure, conceived as a palliative response to mitigate commuter hardship, aligns with the Lagos State Government’s forward-thinking and adaptive transportation strategy under the THEMES Plus Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, particularly within the framework of sustainable traffic management and infrastructure modernisation,” Giwa said.

He explained that the temporary suspension is a transitional and conditional measure aimed at absorbing the anticipated vehicular overflow caused by the partial closure of the Ifako-bound carriageway of the Third Mainland corridor.

“We are fully cognizant of the immense strain currently imposed on key ingress routes into the Lagos Mainland. Consequently, this tactical suspension of BRT lane enforcement is a calculated response designed to deliver immediate relief, reduce commuting time, and preserve the fluidity of vehicular movement throughout the duration of the bridge repairs,” he added.

According to him, the directive takes immediate effect and allows general vehicular access to previously restricted BRT corridors on Eko Bridge and Odo Iya-Alaro, particularly during peak travel periods.

He said this move is expected to expand available road capacity and ease traffic along critical routes.

Giwa, however, stressed that commercial buses and articulated vehicles must remain in compliance with existing safety rules and loading guidelines to avoid worsening traffic conditions or compromising public safety.

He also disclosed that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has been mobilised to strengthen its presence along the affected corridors.

“Enhanced personnel deployment and traffic equipment are now in place to ensure orderly conduct, prevent exploitation of the temporary suspension, and respond promptly to any emergent traffic disturbances,” Giwa stated.

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Lagos Opens Teacher Recruitment Portal For Two Weeks

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July 2, 2025

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The Lagos State Government has announced the reactivation of its teaching job recruitment portal to allow qualified individuals to apply for entry-level teaching positions.

In a notice issued by the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission on Tuesday, the portal will be open for applications from Tuesday, July 1 to Monday, July 14, 2025.

“The Lagos State Teaching Service Commission is set to reactivate its Recruitment Portal as a bold step towards improving access to employment opportunities, equity, and fairness.

“The job portal, which will be accessible for two weeks (Tuesday, July 1st 2025, to Monday, July 14th, 2025), is intended to provide a centralised platform where individuals can apply for State Teaching jobs at the entry level (GL 08) in their relevant fields,” the notice read.

The move, according to the Commission, is aimed at improving access to employment opportunities in the education sector while ensuring equity and fairness.

TESCOM urged interested applicants with a degree in Education or other relevant qualifications to visit the official portal https://tescomjobs.lagosstate.gov.ng and apply for teaching roles at Grade Level 08.

The notice was signed by the Chairman of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission.

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FG Unveils N50m Grant To Boost Student Innovation, Entrepreneurship

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July 2, 2025

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The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced a N50m Student Grant Venture Capital Initiative to support scaling student-led enterprises in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.

Alausa said the initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by turning homegrown research into commercially viable products and services.

The minister made the announcement on Wednesday in Abuja when he inaugurated the Research and Innovation Commercialisation Committee.

He said the scheme, which will be anchored by TETFund in partnership with the Bank of India, targets undergraduate students in 300-level and above with viable business models and innovations ready for market expansion.

According to the minister, the development is aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda of transitioning Nigeria from a resource-based economy to a knowledge-driven one.

“We have hundreds of thousands of young geniuses across our institutions. This fund is designed to unlock their potential and help them build globally competitive enterprises,” the minister said.

On her part, the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, described the inauguration as a landmark moment in Nigeria’s education and innovation history.

“For too long, research in our tertiary institutions has been reduced to tools for promotion rather than solutions for development. This must change,” she said.

In his response, the Committee Chairman, Dr. Tayo Aduloju, described the RICC as “a matter of national urgency”, noting that Nigeria’s research investment as a percentage of GDP is among the lowest when compared to peer nations.