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Driver loses control as bus runs into Christmas procession, injures 22
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A Sharon 7-seater mini-bus lost control and crashed into a procession of Christians on their way to the Government House and the Emir of Gombe’s Palace for the traditional Christmas homage on Wednesday.
Although no lives were lost at the scene, several people sustained injuries and were rushed to various hospitals for immediate medical attention.
An eyewitness reported that the Christians had just concluded Christmas services at their respective churches in Tunfure and had gathered to begin the procession, singing praises and drumming in high spirits.
The eyewitness, who narrowly escaped the crash, narrated that the vehicle unexpectedly plowed into the crowd from behind.
Efforts to get an official statement from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Gombe were unsuccessful, as the Public Education and Enlightenment Officer, Janet Kassa, could not be reached, nor did she respond to messages sent via WhatsApp and SMS at the time of this report.
However, the Gombe State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating: “Today, Wednesday, 25th December 2024, at about 1400hrs, Christian faithful from the Tunfure community, while on procession escorted by teams of policemen along Bauchi Road, were on their way to the Emir’s Palace and Government House.”
According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Buhari Abdullahi, “A Sharon vehicle loaded with bags of rice, with registration number yet to be identified and driven by an unknown individual, lost control and crashed into the procession, injuring at least 22 people. Thankfully, no lives were lost.”
He added, “The victims were evacuated to the Federal Teaching Hospital (FTH) for medical attention.”
ASP Buhari also disclosed that the vehicle was set ablaze by an angry mob, while the driver fled to an unknown location. Efforts are ongoing to locate and arrest the driver for further investigation.
Combined teams of police officers, led by the Deputy Commissioner of Operations, along with the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the state, are actively managing the situation to maintain calm.
The Gombe State Police Command urged residents to remain calm, as the Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Usman, has directed a thorough investigation into the unfortunate incident.
Elder Olawuyi Julius Olayide was announced as Kwara State ADC deputy governorship candidate by the state chairman of the party Hon. Babatunde Mohammed after presiding over a strategic meeting in Ilorin on Monday.
The meeting was attended by the party’s governorship, senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly candidates, and members of the State Working Committee.
The party in a statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com by Dr. Kabir Abubakar Basambo presents the profile of the deputy governorship candidate.
‘Elder Olawuyi Julius Olayide was born in Offa, Offa Local Government, Kwara State, on January 20, 1960.
A proud son of Offa, a devout Christian, a respected family man, and a passionate community leader, he is happily married and blessed with children.
A distinguished educationist, Elder Olawuyi dedicated more than 34 years of his life to shaping the future of young people through quality education, exemplary leadership, and selfless service. He obtained his Nigeria Certificate in Education (N.C.E.) in Economics/Social Studies from the College of Education, Oro in 1984 and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.Ed.) in Social Studies from the University of Ilorin in 1991.
Throughout his remarkable teaching career, he served with diligence and distinction in several reputable schools across Offa. He taught at Ansar ud-Deen College, Offa (1986–2005), Offa Community Secondary School (2005–2006), and Nawar-Ud-Deen College, Offa (2006–2011). He subsequently served as Vice Principal of Moremi High School, Offa (2011–2020), where he mentored, inspired, and positively impacted the lives of countless students before his retirement on 20th January 2020.
Widely admired for his integrity, humility, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to educational excellence and community development, Elder Olawuyi has earned the respect of colleagues, students, parents, and community leaders alike.
His wealth of experience in education, administration, and grassroots leadership makes him an outstanding public servant.
Today, as the Deputy Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kwara State, Elder Olawuyi Julius Olayide stands alongside Rt. Hon. Zakari Muhammed with a shared vision of building a prosperous, secure, and inclusive Kwara.
Together, they are committed to delivering people-oriented leadership, revitalizing education, empowering youths and women, strengthening the economy, and ensuring sustainable development for every community across the state.
The Vice-Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one term in office before handing over to a candidate from Northern Nigeria in 2031.
Obi, a Southerner, vowed to serve one term if elected President to complete the eight-year term of a Southerner that has been started by President Tinubu.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, July 20, the former Kano State governor said he has no doubts that Obi will fulfill his agreement.Politics
Kwankwaso also disclosed that he and Obi have signed an agreement with the party and with each other.
The Nigerian Army on Monday disowned a fake advertisement circulating on social media and other online platforms, inviting applications for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027.
This was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja by the spokesperson of the Service, Colonel Appolonia Anele.
According to the statement, “the Nigerian Army categorically states that this advertisement is false, fraudulent and did not emanate from the Nigerian Army.”
The statement warned members of the public to disregard the fake advertisement and urged prospective applicants not to apply through, patronise or make payments to any individual, group or website claiming to conduct recruitment on behalf of the Service.
It emphasised that all recruitment and commissioning exercises were strictly free, transparent and merit-based, and that official recruitment announcements were made only through national newspapers, the Nigerian Army’s verified social media platforms and other recognised official communication channels.
It declared that “no form is sold and no person or agent is authorised to facilitate recruitment or demand payment at any stage of the process”.
It advised those behind the criminal act to desist immediately, adding that security agencies had been activated to identify, arrest and prosecute all individuals involved in producing, circulating or using the fake advertisement to defraud innocent Nigerians.
The statement warned that anyone found culpable would face the full weight of the law.
The statement reaffirmed that the Nigerian Army remained committed to maintaining the integrity of its recruitment process and urged members of the public to verify all recruitment information through official Nigerian Army channels only.
Suspicious recruitment activities should be reported immediately to the nearest military formation or security agency.
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