Steel Company Clears Air on Death of Worker in Ogun
KAM Steel Integrated Company clarified that Yahaya Ibrahim, who died after slipping on a roller engine at their Ogun State facility, was not operating the machine at the time. Ibrahim was an employee of a contractor. The incident was reported to the local DPO and is under investigation. The company expressed condolences to Ibrahim's family and urged the public to await the investigation's outcome and a potential post-mortem report.
Truck Crushes Female Biker In Lagos
A female biker was killed when an articulated truck fell on her along the Apapa-Iganmu highway in Lagos. The accident occurred around 6:15 am and caused significant traffic disruptions. The truck, heading towards Iddo, lost control due to brake failure and fell off the bridge, trapping the biker. Emergency responders, including LASTMA and LASAMBUS, recovered her body and cleared the scene. The truck driver fled after the incident. Sola Giwa, a Special Adviser to the Governor, urged adherence to speed limits and traffic rules.
Rivers State Assembly Crisis Escalates As Pro-Governor Fubara Faction, Pro-Wike Faction Hold Separate Sittings
The political crisis in Rivers State escalated as factions loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike held separate Assembly sittings. The pro-Fubara faction, led by Victor Oko-Jumbo, convened at the Government House, while the pro-Wike faction, recognized as legitimate by the Court of Appeal, met at the official State Assembly quarters. The pro-Fubara group screened a new commissioner-nominee, highlighting ongoing tensions between the governor and his predecessor.
Bandits Release Catholic Priest Kidnapped in Zamfara
Reverend Father Mikah Suleiman, kidnapped on June 22, 2024, in Zamfara State, has been released and is receiving care. The Catholic Diocese of Sokoto expressed gratitude for his safe return and thanked those involved in his release. The priest was abducted from his residence by bandits, prompting police and community prayers for his recovery.