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Lagos: NURTW Chairman condemns attack on female driver, vows justice
The Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle Adio, widely known as Tafa Sego, has strongly condemned the recent assault on Miss Yetunde Amole, a female driver who was brutalised by a street thug in the Ajah area of Lagos.
Receiving Miss Amole at the union’s headquarters in Oko Oba, Agege, Adio expressed outrage over the incident and offered his full support.
He made it clear that the union does not tolerate violence or intimidation, especially against law-abiding drivers going about their daily work.
“The individual who assaulted Miss Amole is not a member of our union. He is a well-known area boy and not affiliated with the NURTW in any capacity,” Adio said.
Miss Amole had visited the NURTW headquarters to formally report her ordeal, a move that Adio praised as brave and necessary.
In response, he reassured her and all commercial drivers that the union is committed to protecting its members and partners from harassment.
“No genuine member of this union has any business with harassment or misconduct,” Adio stated. “Our members are trained to conduct themselves with discipline and respect.”
He lauded the swift intervention of the Lagos State Government in apprehending the suspect and emphasized that the union would continue to work closely with authorities to ensure justice is served.
“We will ensure that Yetunde Amole gets justice in this instance. This will serve as a strong warning to others not to harass any driver in the state,” he declared.
Adio concluded with a firm warning to union members: misconduct will not be tolerated under his leadership.
He also urged the public to show greater respect for commercial drivers, many of whom face daily risks just to earn a living.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s security, saying he feels perfectly safe during his visit to the country. His remarks come amid ongoing reports of insecurity in various parts of Nigeria, making his statement a notable endorsement of the nation’s stability in certain regions.
Johnson made the declaration on Thursday, December 4, 2025, while addressing participants at the Imo State Economic Summit 2025 in Owerri, the state capital. He acknowledged having read travel advisories and news reports highlighting security concerns prior to his trip but said his experience has been reassuring.
He said he feels perfectly safe in the country and emphasized that the summit environment and local hospitality contributed to his sense of security. He also asked the audience if they felt safe, receiving an enthusiastic affirmation.
During his visit, Johnson commended Governor Hope Uzodimma and the Imo State Government for their development initiatives, particularly efforts to provide 24-hour electricity. He highlighted the potential of Nigeria as a hub for innovation and economic growth, noting the opportunities presented by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.
While his statements have been welcomed by some as a boost to international confidence in Nigeria, analysts caution that the former prime minister’s experience reflects only a controlled and secure environment within Imo State. Several parts of the country continue to face challenges, including banditry, communal conflicts, and kidnappings.
Nonetheless, Johnson’s visit and remarks are significant, sending a positive message to investors and global observers about Nigeria’s potential for stability and progress. They also underscore the contrast between localized experiences of safety and broader security challenges across the country.
By Emmanuel Iheaka, OWERRI
The President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote has assured Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State that his group will be one of the biggest investors in the state.
Dangote gave the assurance at the opening session of the Imo Economic Summit 2025 in Owerri on Thursday.
The renowned Africa’s industrialist urged Uzodimma to indicate his preferred area of investment and forget the rest.
Dangote described the Imo governor as a personal friend of decades and commended him for providing enabling environment for investment.
“We will be one of your biggest investors in Imo. So, please tell me the area to invest and we will invest”, Dangote declared.
He called on entrepreneurs to always invest at home, adding that foreigners cannot drive the economy of any nation more than the nationals.
“What attracts foreign investors is a domestic investor. Africa has about 30 percent of the world’s minerals. We are blessed,” he submitted.
Dangote reiterated that his refinery was set to launch 1.4 million barrels per day capacity, the highest for any single refinery in the world.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declined to accept Prince Emmanuel Kanu’s appearance on behalf of his brother, Nnamdi Kanu, ruling that he is not a legal practitioner.
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