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Twenty-four hours After Major Fire Incident Left 10 Dead, 30 Others Injured, FFS Adverted Another Inferno
Twenty-four hours After Major Fire Incident Left 10 Dead, 30 Others Injured, FFS Adverted Another Inferno
By: Michael Mike
Want could have been another major fire disaster was averted on Thursday by officers of the Federal Fire Service.
Twenty-four hours earlier at the same spot at Karu Bridge on the Abuja-Keffi Expressway a CNG tanker tumbled causing a major conflagration that claimed ten lives and destruction of vehicles and property put at a cost of several millions of Naira.
The latest incident which could have resulted in lost of the same magnitude was averted by the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, Engr. Jaji Abduganiyu Thursday as he swiftly led his team to fight off the danger.
It was gathered that just as the CG and his team were at the site of the Karu bridge horrific Wednesday’s gas explosion to survey the wreckage, he encountered another emergency—another trailer, carrying fertilizer lost its brakes and overturned, blocking the already congested highway.
The Fire Service boss, who confirmed that two people lost their lives in the fresh truck accident at Karu Bridge on the Abuja-Keffi Expressway—the same location where Wednesday’s deadly explosion occurred,
said: “While responding to the latest incident, my team and I noticed a severe risk lurking nearby. A fuel tanker, caught in the chaos of the previous accidents, had begun spilling its dangerous contents onto the hot asphalt under the scorching sun.
“The potential for an explosion was high, especially with the other vehicles in the vicinity, which could ignite the volatile fuel.
“Recognising the danger, I immediately alerted the nearest fire station for backup and directed my team to act quickly. They swiftly deployed foam compound over the fuel spill, effectively containing the threat and preventing a catastrophic blaze.
“This quick and decisive action by my dogged firefighters undoubtedly saved lives and kept the situation from spiraling into an even greater disaster.”
The Controller General expressed his deepest condolences to the victims and their families and called for heightened caution on the highways, particularly in such high-risk zones.
He said: “We must remain vigilant and prepared to respond rapidly to prevent further loss of life,” while calling for proactive safety measures in the wake of such tragedies.
He said: “Thanks to the expertise and professionalism of the Federal Fire Service, a second disaster was averted, and safety was restored to the accident site, bringing some relief to the harrowing situation.
“The Federal Fire Service remains committed to responding swiftly to any emergencies, ensuring that such devastating events do not lead to even worse consequences.
On Wednesday’s incident, he said: “So far, we gathered that over 30 victims sustained varying degrees of burns, with some transferred to Gwagwalada Teaching Hospital, Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Keffi, and Cedarcrest Hospital, Abuja for intensive care.”
Twenty-four hours After Major Fire Incident Left 10 Dead, 30 Others Injured, FFS Adverted Another Inferno
Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Rifle and Ransom Money in Kano
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force in Kano have arrested multiple suspects in connection with the kidnapping of Dr. Muhammad Bello Yushau of Zakirai, Gabasawa Local Government Area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the breakthrough came following a report filed by the victim’s family, on March 8, 2025.
Acting on intelligence, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit analyzed the mobile phone number used for ransom negotiations, leading to the arrest of one Tukur Lawal, also known as Maikudi, from Kore Village in Sumaila LGA on March 18, 2025, at about 1:30 a.m.
Further investigations led to the arrest of additional suspects on March 19, 2025, at around 10:00 p.m. The individuals taken into custody include: Ado Usman (30) of Makunturi Village, Habiba Shuaibu (18) of Munzuru Village, Ummulkhairi Ibrahim (19) of Garun Mallam LGA and Sanusi Surajo (27) of Falgore Village, Doguwa LGA
During the operation, police recovered a locally made rifle and a cash sum of ₦4,840,000, believed to be ransom money paid for the victim’s release.
The police have intensified efforts to apprehend other accomplices as the investigation continues.
Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Rifle and Ransom Money in Kano
Two Injured in Another Vehicle Crash at Karu Bridge, Abuja
By: Zagazola Makama
A serious multiple motor accident occurred at Karu Bridge, Abuja, on March 20, 2025, at about 2:30 p.m., leaving two individuals critically injured, less than 24 hourz after the first incident which claimed six lives with 18 vehicles destroyed.
Sources said that the incident occurred when a truck loaded with NPK fertilizer lost control and rammed into two other vehicles.
As a result, two individuals sustained serious injuries and were immediately rushed to Asokoro General Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Efforts to clear the road obstruction are ongoing,
Two Injured in Another Vehicle Crash at Karu Bridge, Abuja
Fire Outbreak in Abuja Claims Three Lives, Two Others Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A fire outbreak at Waru Panteka, Abuja, has resulted in the death of three people and left two others severely injured.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 20, 2025, at about 5:00 a.m.
The fire destroyed several shanties and properties worth millions of Naira. The three victims who lost their lives were: Nasiru Sani (30 years old) from Zamfara State Umar (surname yet unknown and One other unidentified individual, burnt beyond recognition
Additionally, two others Batura Ali and Mubarak, suffered severe burns: Both were rushed to the National Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Sources said that fire fighters successfully contained the fire and prevented it from spreading further. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and investigations are ongoing.
Fire Outbreak in Abuja Claims Three Lives, Two Others Injured
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