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Oyo: Four journalists escape death in auto crash
IBADAN based journalists, Idowu Ayodele, Sikiru Akinola, Remi Oladoye and Bola Olalere on Monday cheated death as they narrowly escaped in a ghastly auto crash which occurred along Igbeti expressway, Olorunsogo local government area of Oyo state.
They were Remi Oladoye of National Insight, Idowu Ayodele (Mega Icon Magazine), Sikiru Akinola (Inside Oyo) and Bola Olalere (Oyo Herald and Lekki Express Magazines).
The journalists were billed to cover the annual Igbeti Tourism Carnival 2018 and investigate the activities of bandits kidnapping on Igbeti-Igboho road and Saki axis of the state.
Also, our reporter reliably gathered that the four had left Ibadan around 8am, from Sango.
It was a smooth ride all along from Ibadan as learnt, until 3km away from the marble city, Igbeti shortly after they left the Yakooyo Farms of ex – governor of Oyo state, Rashidi Ladoja in Ikoyi-Ile, headquarters of Orire local government when a child of about 3-year old, suddenly strayed onto the road, at Dogo area of the town.
Mega Icon Magazine also learnt that conceded collective decision by the quartet to rescue the soul of the innocent boy who was already in the middle of the expressway and whose mother and others were busy discussing by the roadside was responsible for the accident as Olalera, who was behind the wheel had to apply the brake to preserve the toddler’s life who just appeared in the middle of the road from nowhere.
Despite the impact, no one suffered any life-threatening injuries, our reporter confirmed.
“The car skidded off the road and somersaulted thrice in an attempt to save the life of a 3 year old boy who just appeared in the middle of the road from nowhere.
“ None of the villagers responded immediately until about few minutes later. We all came out with little injuries. Remi later came out, followed by Ayo and Bola who opened the door for me. I came out, thinking I was okay. People were afraid of moving toward us, thinking we couldn’t survive it. But before then, I was shocked; I was afraid of seeing corpse (s). As I moved round to assess things, I fell down; my right kneecap has been dislocated.
The survivors – L-R; Olalere, Idowu, Akinola and Oladoye at Igbeti Tourism Carnival 2018 after the accident
“Later, we started looking for the innocent child. There he was, playing with a leaf, not knowing what happened. Seeing him alive energized us. We placed calls to people, for medical assistance”, one of the road crash survivors, Sikiru Akinola who spoke with our reporter narrated the tragic story,
He continued, ” soon, the lawmaker representing Irepo/Oorelope/Olorunsogo federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Barrister Oladele Olatubosun, who had got wind of the development, sent Wale Oscar, one of his aides to us with a car, for immediate journey to the hospital for examinations and treatment. The nurses at Igbeti General Hospital were awesome.
“The lawmaker, I guessed, had alerted them; they were waiting for us. Mega Icon Magazine (www.megaicon magazine.com) Chief reporter, Ayo sustained head injury, while National Insight news Editor, Remi, with damage on his right hand and the publisher, Oyo Herald Magazine, Bola with cuts on his lips.
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“To God be the glory, after relaxing for some hours we left for the tourism event, and later returned to our hotel rooms in the evening.
“We have to thank Hon Oladele , who foot all the bills and returned us to Ibadan on Tuesday”, he added.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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