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NEMA AVERTS DISASTER AS FUEL TANKER OVERTURNS IN OWERRI.

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By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
10- OCT -2025

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Owerri Operations Office, swiftly intervened on Thursday, October 9, 2025, following the overturning of a 45,000-litre Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker near the Emmanuel College Roundabout, along the Owerri–Aba Road in Imo State.

The incident, which occurred around 1:00 p.m., triggered massive traffic congestion and caused a major fuel spill across the busy highway. Eyewitnesses reported that the tanker, operated by Apata Energy Ltd, lost balance while attempting to navigate a sharp bend at high speed, leading to its fall.

Immediately after receiving a distress alert, a NEMA Search and Rescue team led by Mr. Nweze Innocent was dispatched to the location and arrived within minutes. The team swiftly established a safety cordon around the spill site, preventing possible ignition and protecting nearby institutions, shops, and residential areas.

In a show of effective inter-agency collaboration, other emergency responders — including the Federal Fire Service, Imo State Fire Service, the Nigeria Police Force, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Imo State Environmental Protection Agency (ENSEPA) — joined NEMA to manage the situation.

The FRSC diverted vehicular movement to alternative routes, while security operatives restricted public access to the danger zone to ensure safety. Firefighters deployed foam suppression systems to neutralize combustible vapours and reduce the risk of explosion.

By 2:45 p.m., a transfer pump and an empty tanker were mobilized to recover the spilled product and commence transloading operations. NEMA’s technical team also conducted air quality assessments to detect the presence of flammable gases, while damage to nearby solar poles and road infrastructure was documented.

The coordinated operation concluded successfully by 5:07 p.m., and the site was officially handed over to the Imo State Environmental Agency for cleanup and final remediation. Normal vehicular movement resumed by 6:00 p.m.

Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries recorded. The timely and professional response by NEMA and collaborating agencies prevented what could have been a devastating fire outbreak and environmental hazard in the state capital.

 

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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