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Nigeria is a Great Country with Immense Potential and Promise, – First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu
Nigeria is a Great Country with Immense Potential and Promise, – First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, declared that Nigeria is a nation brimming with potential and promise, speaking at the Elevate Africa Global Convening in Abuja.
The Elevate Africa convening, initiated by the Olu of Warri, His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, and Her Royal Highness Olori, is a media-driven initiative dedicated to reshaping the narrative of the African continent. Through the power of storytelling, Elevate Africa aims to empower African solutions, enhance collaboration within and beyond the continent, and drive socio-economic advancement.
The convening seeks to elevate Africa’s self-image and global perception, fostering a dignified and collaborative Africa through transformative initiatives including media, convening, fellowships, and think tanks.
The event will facilitate multi-level knowledge transfer among global and national leaders, forge strategic partnerships, and empower indigenous solutions to promote positive and empowering narratives about Africa.
Speaking at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center, the venue of the program, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, represented by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, emphasized the importance of this gathering.
“This gathering is an opportunity to share the vast potentials of the great continent of Africa, to understand what defines her, and to explore the prospects for tomorrow,” she stated.
Hajiya Nana Shettima reiterated the need to explore the continent’s vast potential, urging youth to take advantage of the enabling environment created by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. She emphasized the need to harness the creativity, talent, and resilience of young Africans as the leaders of tomorrow.
The event, well-attended by dignitaries from all walks of life, featured goodwill messages from notable figures including former President of Kosovo, Atifete Jahjaga,
Representative Kim Schofield, Member of the Georgia House of Representatives, United States of America among others.
Elevate Africa represents a significant step towards empowering Africa’s narrative and harnessing its potential for a brighter future. Through its convening, the initiative seeks to create a platform for collaboration, innovation, and positive change, ensuring that Africa’s voice is heard and its potential realized on the global stage.
Nigeria is a Great Country with Immense Potential and Promise, – First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu
Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos
By: Zagazola Makama
A gas tanker explosion at Otedola Bridge, Lagos, has claimed two lives, left 15 others injured, and destroyed several buildings, vehicles, and shops.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 8:10 PM on March 11 when a gas tanker, owned by 2nd Coming Nigeria Plc, overturned while attempting to ascend the link road to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The tanker’s contents spilled onto the road, igniting a massive fire.
Emergency responders, including the police, firefighters, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), and other rescue teams, were swiftly mobilized to the scene.
According to eyewitnesses, the fire spread rapidly, engulfing: Four buildings in the surrounding area,the tanker itself, 15 vehicles, including tricycles, unspecified umber of shops and household properties.
Rescue workers recovered two bodies, while 15 injured victims were evacuated to a hospital for treatment.
Authorities have since put out the fire, while search and rescue operations are ongoing to assess the full extent of the damage.
Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos
Troops Dislodge Mamuda-Led Bandits in Niger State’s Dekara Forest, killed several terrorists
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Troops have successfully dislodged the Mamuda-led bandit stronghold in Dekara Forest, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, in a joint inter-state operation involving troops from Niger, Oyo, and Kwara states, along with personnel from the National Park Service, Kainji.
Intelligence told Zagazola Makama that the inter-agency task force launched an offensive on March 11, 2025, at about 1:00 PM, leading to the neutralization of several bandits and the destruction of their hideouts.
Further intelligence indicates that the wives of some fleeing bandits have sought refuge in Gidan Zana Village, also in Borgu LGA.
The sources said that security forces are currently conducting a mopping-up operation across the Dekara axis to ensure total clearance of criminal elements and sanity in the areas.
Troops Dislodge Mamuda-Led Bandits in Niger State’s Dekara Forest, killed several terrorists
Security Forces Neutralize Five Bandits in Niger State, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycle
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives, including policemen and local vigilantes, have neutralized five suspected bandits during a gun battle in Yangalo village, Nasko District, Magama Local Government Area of Niger State.
It was gathered that the incident occurred around 1:00 AM on March 11, 2025, when unidentified armed men stormed the village.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that security forces swiftly mobilized to the area and engaged the assailants in a fierce gunfight, leading to the elimination of five bandits.
During the operation, security personnel recovered 35 rounds of live AK-47 ammunition and one motorcycle abandoned by the fleeing bandits.
Security Forces Neutralize Five Bandits in Niger State, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycle
Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Two, Destroys Property in Lagos
Police Arrest Three for Human Trafficking, Rescue Two Teenage Girls
Troops Dislodge Mamuda-Led Bandits in Niger State’s Dekara Forest, killed several terrorists
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