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Tanker fire: President Tinubu sends high-level delegation to Jigawa 
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, to lead a Federal Government delegation to Jigawa in response to Tuesday night inferno in Majia town, which claimed over 100 lives.
The government delegation will comprise the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar; Minister of Transportation, Senator Saidu Alkali; Corps Marshall of the Federal Roads Safety Commission (FRSC), Mr Shehu Mohammed; and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North West), Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai.
Disclosing this in a statement on Wednesday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said that while in Jigawa, the delegation will visit the scene of the incident to assess the situation and visit injured persons in the hospital.
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According to him, Tinubu further directs that emergency aid, including medical supplies, food, and shelter, be extended to the 50 victims receiving treatment and others affected by the fire.
“The President, with a heavy heart, joins the Vice President in extending his deepest condolences to the families of the victims of this devastating incident.
“He expresses his heartfelt prayers and support to the government and people of Jigawa during this time of tragic loss and grief.
“He prays for divine comfort for the bereaved families and the peaceful repose for the souls of the departed,” the statement read in part.
Onanuga added that Tinubu reassured the nation that the Federal Government, in collaboration with states, is committed to the swift and comprehensive review of fuel transportation safety protocols across the country.
He restated his directive to the Federal Roads Safety Corps (FRSC) to strengthen night travel measures, such as increased patrols, stricter enforcement of safety regulations, and other highway safety mechanisms.
He said those found responsible for breaches of safety standards will be held accountable, reaffirming the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring such incidents do not recur.
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Nepal in turmoil as Prime Minister Sharma oil resigns following days of mass protests.

Parliament has been set ablaze, officials are fleeing, and over 500 people has been reported injured.
The president has formally accepted the resignation, marking a major political upheaval in the country.
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KAROTA mobile court declares man wanted for allegedly evading trial

The mobile court of the Kano Road and Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has declared a man, identified as Bashir Fagge, wanted after he fled during trial.
According to the agency, Fagge, who was driving a vehicle with registration number KMC 302 BD, was arraigned for disobeying traffic officers and violating road safety laws. The case was brought before the mobile court sitting along Ibrahim Taiwo Road.
However, before the proceedings could be concluded, Fagge allegedly escaped from the court.
The presiding judge has ordered him to appear before the court no later than Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Failure to do so will lead to the issuance of a bench warrant for his arrest.
KAROTA recently set up mobile courts across Kano to address the rising cases of traffic violations, which often result in accidents, injuries, and loss of lives.
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Troops neutralise 30 ISWAP fighters after deadly raid on Borno community

Residents of Darajamal village in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State are reeling from a deadly attack by Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, even as troops of Operation Hadin Kai swiftly responded and crushed the attackers.
The assault occurred on Friday night when heavily armed insurgents stormed the remote community, opening fire indiscriminately and killing several villagers. Witnesses said the attack triggered panic, forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes for safety.
A security source told Zagazola Makama that troops, supported by the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, mobilised immediately after receiving distress calls.
“Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft were deployed to track the terrorists as they attempted to flee northwards from Darajamal. Once the presence of friendly forces was confirmed, the aircrew engaged the fleeing fighters with successive airstrikes,” the source disclosed.
According to him, over 30 insurgents were neutralised in the strikes, while ground reinforcements quickly moved in to secure the community. More terrorist casualties are said to be under assessment.
It was gathered that the coordinated operation disrupted the insurgents’ plans to regroup, forcing survivors of the air assault to retreat deeper into the Sambisa forest.
Security sources confirmed that calm has since been restored in Darajamal, with troops conducting search operations in surrounding villages to reassure residents and prevent reprisal attacks.
Meanwhile, humanitarian organisations have raised concerns over the plight of survivors who lost loved ones and property during the initial raid. They emphasised the urgent need for food, medical assistance, and psychosocial support for the affected families.
Governor Babagana Zulum, alongside senior military commanders, is expected to visit Darajamal to assess the situation and provide government support to the community.
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