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FRSC Calls for strict adherence to safety regulations

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By Alhasan Abdullahi

The Corps Marshall Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has urged Muslims to strictly adhere to the health and safety regulations as provided for by the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19. Oyeyemi stated this in his Eid-el Kabir message where he felicitated with the Muslims, stressing its spiritual importance and need for people to observe personal health and safety rules during the festivity.

 

According to the press release signed by the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Corps Public Education, Bisi Kazeem, the Corps Marshal stressed the importance of the celebration which he said is centred on the need for obedience to God and for people may to always show discipline even with the inconveniences involved.

The Corps Marshal noted that the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Ismael in fulfilment of his earlier promise to God, but which was replaced by ram as observed during the celebration, is a lesson in sacrifice and discipline which human beings must imbibe.

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He enjoined motorists to particularly imbibe the message by using the road with caution through obedience to all traffic rules and regulations.

Oyeyemi expressed concern with the rising cases of coronavirus in the country which he said had led to the initial total lockdown of the country by the federal government, but later reviewed with the lifting of the ban on interstate travels.

 

He further observed that despite the partial commencement of socioeconomic and religious activities in the country, every citizen must remain committed to observing preventive measures in order to control the spread of the disease, saying the Sallah celebration must be observed under the strict health and safety protocols.

 

“This Sallah celebration provides Muslims another opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to the prevention of the dreaded disease by adhering strictly to all the safety and health protocols including regular washing of hands with soap, wearing of facemasks and observing the social distancing rules,” the Corps Marshal stated.

 

He added that part of the measures as directed by the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 is the directives that vehicles must carry only 50% of their passenger capacity and for management of motor parks as well as passengers to work together to ensure that no aspects of the safety rules are compromised during the intra and interstate travels. The Corps Marshal further stated that in line with the FRSC’s operational timetables during festive periods, adequate deployments of personnel and logistics, as well as monitors from the National Headquarters, have been effected to cover all major highways across the country including crowded areas for effective coverage.

 

He enjoined members of the public particularly, the motorists to show restraint while driving and obey all traffic rules and regulations to avoid cases of congestion, holdup and breakdown of vehicles winch could affect the free flow of traffic. While restating the commitment of the FRSC to the safety of every road user during and after the Sallah celebration, the FRSC boss called on members of the public to immediately report cases of emergency to the FRSC Call Centre through the toll-free line: 122 or directly to the studio of the National Traffic Radio (NTR) through 08052998090 or 09067000015 for a prompt response.

 

Oyeyemi wishes all Nigerians happy and successful Sallah celebration

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.

All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.

The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.

The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.

The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.

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