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Flooding: Lagos govt decries buildings on drainage channels despite notice
The enforcement initiative by the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to reclaim the System 1 Drainage Channel in Ojota and Ogudu is a crucial step in addressing flood-related challenges in the region.
Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab’s disclosure about property owners building new structures within the designated areas highlights the urgency of this initiative. System 1, established in 1974, plays a vital role in alleviating flood-related challenges in major parts of Lagos mainland, including Ogudu, Ojota, Ifako, Gbagada, and Maryland.
The fact that discussions with property owners/residents had been ongoing since 2021, with contravention notices served to those within 140 meters of the channel, indicates a concerted effort by the government to address this issue. However, the continued encroachment on the right of way and alignments underscores the need for stricter enforcement measures.
The decision to commence major maintenance dredging at Okota, Faseun Bridge System 6E, is another important step. Improving water flow and removing waste under the bridge will help mitigate flooding in the area.
Similarly, the dredging operation in the Ikorodu area, targeting the primary channel in Awobo Estate, demonstrates the government’s commitment to preventing potential disasters and ensuring the safety of residents.
Overall, these initiatives highlight the proactive approach of the Lagos State Government in tackling flood-related challenges and ensuring the resilience of the city’s infrastructure against natural disasters. However, sustained efforts and strict enforcement will be necessary to maintain the effectiveness of these measures and safeguard communities from flooding.
A joint security operation against terrorists has led to the rescue of nine persons in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State.
According to inside sources, Forest Guards, under the supervision of the Directorate of Security Services and working with members of the local hunters and vigilante group, embarked on bush-combing operations. They discovered a hideout of the kidnappers and engaged them.
Nine persons were rescued in two separate operations in the forest of Obbo Aiyegunle. One of the kidnappers was neutralised while others fled with gunshot injuries.
One of the rescued persons is said to be receiving medical care at an undisclosed medical facility in the local government.
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Zamfara LG Chairman Abduction: Security operatives intensify rescue efforts
Security forces are currently conducting deliberate operations at the suspected location of the terrorists, aimed at safely rescuing the abducted Chairman.
• Family of the abducted Zamfara LG Chairman
Aliyu Danjal, Lieutenant Colonel Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, disclosed that on hearing gunshots, troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA responded immediately and swiftly moved to the scene where they engaged in hot pursuit of the terrorists leading to a fierce exchange of fire.
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IGP Disu orders officers to shoot anyone carrying illegal firearms
Disu explained that the directive was backed by Force Order 237, which empowers police officers to respond immediately to armed threats without waiting for approval from superior officers.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed police officers across the country to shoot on sight anyone found carrying illegal firearms, as part of intensified efforts to curb insecurity.
Disu issued the directive on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Government House in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, saying the move followed President Bola Tinubu’s instruction that the lingering security crisis in the state must be brought to an end.
The police chief maintained that only authorised security personnel are legally permitted to carry firearms, warning that law enforcement agencies would no longer tolerate the unlawful possession of weapons.
” You cannot move around freely carrying arms as if there is no law and order in this country. It will not be tolerated,” he said.
Disu explained that the directive was backed by Force Order 237, which empowers police officers to respond immediately to armed threats without waiting for approval from superior officers.
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