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PRESS RELEASE

FCT POLICE RESPOND TO MISREPORTED DEATH OF RETIRED COMPTROLLER GENERAL DAVID PARRADANG.

Date: March 04, 2025.
From: Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Abuja.

In light of the recent reports alleging that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and subsequently killed, we wish to clarify the facts surrounding this incident to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public.

On March 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 PM, Mr. Parradang arrived at Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, driving a black Mercedes Benz. He checked into the hotel, paying a sum of Twenty two thousand naira (N22,000) for one night's stay. Shortly thereafter, he directed the hotel room attendant to escort a female guest who had come to visit to his room. This lady left the hotel premises around 04:00PM of the same day.

Mr. Parradang did not exit his room after the lady left. Around 04:00 AM of 04 March 2025, a friend who is a military officer, concerned for his wellbeing, traced him to the hotel. Upon arrival, the hotel receptionist and the officer proceeded to his room, where Mr. Parradang was found deceased, seated in a chair.

The Durumi Police Station was notified and officers promptly arrived at the scene, secured the area, took photographs, and collected all relevant evidence to preserve the integrity of the crime scene. The body has been transferred to the National Hospital for necessary procedures, and hotel staff are currently cooperating with Police investigations.
Effort is in top gear to effect the arrest of the lady.

We urge the public and media outlets to refrain from spreading unverified information, including claims of kidnapping, that may incite fear or panic. The FCT Police Command is committed to conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding Mr. Parradang's death. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to ensure justice is served.

For any further inquiries, please contact the FCT Police Public Relations Office.

SP Josephine Adeh,
Police Public Relations Officer,
FCT Police Command,
Abuja.

[Gboyega Akosile @gboyegaakosile]

FLASH: Fire incident on Lagos Blue Line

There was a fire outbreak on a small section of the Lagos Blue Line track at a spot opposite NEPA Station by Eko Bridge inward Apogbon.

The incident occurred at 4:12pm.

No casualty is reported and no train service at the time of the incident.

A team of safety and emergency personnel and other first responders had completely put out the fire.

Lagosians in that axis can go about their business peacefully as the situation under control.

Kindly await further details on operations of the train from @Lamataonline.

Thank you.

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TRAILBLAZING: TGPS, Anike Adekanye's led Education District 2 Emerges the Most Outstanding In Lagos

.Wins Governor's Commendation Prestigious Award For Institutional Excellence in Lagos 2024 @Lagosdsva

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Orile Agege Gen Hosp @oaghlagos Set To Provide Free Healthcare For 2500 Children

....Announces Commence of 5 days "Back To School" Outreach, August 19-23.

... Seek 37.5 million Naira support towards the initiative .

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[Bayo Onanuga, OON, CON @aonanuga1956]

President Tinubu appoints ex-INEC chairman Attahiru Jega to the committee to solve the herdsmen, and farmers crisis

President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, as Co-Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms.

President Tinubu announced this Tuesday in Abuja at the inauguration of the committee, which will address the obstacles to agricultural productivity and open up new opportunities which benefit farmers, herders, processors, and distributors in the livestock-farming value chain.

President Tinubu, who is the alternative chairman of the committee emphasized that the implementation of the reforms will require the collective efforts of members , drawn from the public and private sectors, state governors, and all Nigerians.

The President thanked the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje for his efforts in assembling experienced and reputable experts to ensure the activation of opportunities in the livestock sector, stating that a Ministry of Livestock Development will be created to further explore the potential in the area.

“When we have great opportunities in our states, why should Nigerians continue to experience conflicts?

“With the calibre of people that are here, this presents a unique opportunity to also delineate and establish a centric ministry called the Ministry of Livestock Development. It will give us the opportunity so that our veterinary doctors can have the necessary access to research and cross-breed. We can stop the wanton killings,’’ President Tinubu stated.

The President noted that the traditional method of livestock farming will need to be reviewed and repositioned with the support of stakeholders, which include state governments, to open up new opportunities for growth and prosperity.

President Tinubu said the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) will ensure the removal of all legal obstacles to the implementation of the reforms, while the Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani will provide support with automation.

“Modern technology is available to us. We are ready to work. I said at the beginning, with you, all of you, the solution is here, and we must run with it. Any law that might inhibit the promotion and actualization of our objectives, the Attorney-General is here, please give it a priority; and the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning is here; create a budget for it to grow, and the Minister of Finance is here as well to work out the money,’’ the President stated.

The President also said the reforms will be comprehensive and collective, urging the support of all stakeholders.

“We need to provide the incentive to enable Nigeria to finally take advantage of livestock farming; dairy products and cold-chain logistics collectively offer substantial commercial and economic advantages. We have seen solutions and opportunities. With these adversities that have plagued us over the years, I believe that prosperity is here – in your hands.

“The dairy industry contributes significantly to nutrition and food security by supplying essential proteins and vitamins, through milk and its derivatives, such as cheese, yoghurt, and butter. Efficient cold-chain logistics is crucial in maintaining the quality and safety of these perishable goods from farms to markets, thereby reducing food waste and ensuring a steady supply.

“This sector will boost agricultural productivity, enhance export opportunities, and stimulate economic growth by fostering a robust value chain that benefits farmers, processors, herders, distributors, and consumers alike,’’ the President said.

President Tinubu thanked the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje for his initiative and leadership of the committee.

Ganduje thanked the President for taking further action, following the submission of a report on livestock reforms on September 28, 2023.

“We will surpass your expectations and bring succour to Nigerians. Once, again, we thank the President,’’ the APC national chairman added.

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Lagos State Education District 2 Perm Sec, Mrs Anike Adekanye Presents @jidesanwoolu
Furniture, Office Equipment to new schools - Ibelefun Junior Grammar School; Musade-Odugate Junior School, Ori - Okuta, Ikorodu; Egbon Kingdom Junior High School, IKORODU.
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[Babajide Sanwo-Olu @jidesanwoolu]

Today, we deployed various interventions designed to lessen the burden of Lagosians amid the economic hardship.

The interventions – in transportation, education, health and agriculture – are under the umbrella of EKO CARES.

For six weeks, we have been running the Ounje Eko Sunday market featuring the reduction of food by 25% and it has been a huge success. The Sunday Markets have helped to ensure that people can get food items at highly subsidised rates.

To drive all these initiatives, we set up a non-partisan Special Dispensation Advisory Council of eminent Nigerians, including rights activists, religious leaders, a youth representative, and opposition party chieftains.

Today, in furtherance of our objectives, we gave out 500,000 boxes of food stuff for free to LGAs and LCDAs. This is to strengthen food security in our state as feeding the vulnerable is our duty of care.

It is important that no Lagosian goes to bed hungry. That is our goal.

[Jubril A. Gawat @Mr_JAGs]

Governor of Lagos State, Mr @jidesanwoolu today at the One-Day Parley between Mr Governor and Heads of Agencies, Parastatals and Government Owned Companies across the State, organised by Parastatals Monitoring Office (PMO), held at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, The Secretariat, Alausa-Ikeja.

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Just happened at Cement Bus Stop on Lagos Abeokuta express Way.

Head On Collision btw two BRT buses.

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BIRTHDAY SHOUT-OUT TO LAGOS 002.

Happy Birthday to Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr @drobafemihamzat as he becomes a year older today.

Wishing him the very best in his state assignments.

Congratulations sir.

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PHOTOS:

Executive Chairman Agege Local Government Area of Lagos, @ganiyu_egunjobi Distributed thousands of writing materials to all schools across Agege, simultaneously.

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Orile Agege LCDA Boss, Babatunde Dole Out 21 Million Naira to 210 Residents.

The Chairman of Orile-Agege LCDA area of Lagos, Hon. Johnson Babatunde, has put a smile on the faces of 210 residents with the sum of #100,000 each. Mega Financial Empowerment Program,

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#Security: Agege LG Chair, Egunjobi put smiles on the faces of Agege Crime Fighters staff with N50,000 each

The Chairman of Agege Local Govt @ganiyu_egunjobi (JP) has given the newly recruited and inaugurated Agege Crime Fighters staff, known as "PARAMOLE"; as take off grant.

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Fuel Subsidy: Sanwo-Olu Cuts BRT, Yellow Bus Fares
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Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced on Monday a 50 per cent reduction in transportation fares charged by buses operated by Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and a 25 per cent

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[Gboyega Akosile @gboyegaakosile]

Sanwo-Olu reappoints Gawat, Ajetunmobi as Senior Special Assistants

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reappointed two media aides, Jubril Gawat, and Wale Ajetunmobi.
The duo’s appointments were approved by the Governor in separate letters to them and signed by the

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) returns to Nigeria after a working visit to France and a private visit to London ahead of the Eid prayers tomorrow. He was received by Governor @jidesanwoolu, COS @femigbaja, Service Chiefs and Top government officials and politicians in Lagos

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@jidesanwoolu @58:
On your 58th, I pray for more wisdom for you to be able to navigate the affairs of Lagos in this new four years. The 2nd term will be far greater than the first term. I pray life and peace for you and your family. No evil will befall you.

- Dr. Ayo Ogunsan

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Photos: Vice President, Kashim Shettima Decorates Newly Appointed Police Boss Kayode Egbetokun As The New Inspector General Of Police IGP.

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The multiple Awards winning Lagos Perm-Sec of Education District 2, Mrs @AdekanyeAnike , 13 Teachers and a student were honoured in Lagos during the 2023 Edition of @nollyfans achievements Awards for Educators, at Lagos Airport Hotel.

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President Tinubu yesterday met with former Governor Bagudu of Kebbi, former Governor Badaru of Jigawa and Nuhu Ribadu at the Presidential Villa