by admin | Apr 2, 2025 | community, government, public health and safety, safety, security
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps plans to dispatch 500 of its staff members to maintain safety during the crowning ceremony of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, set to occur in Oyo town this coming Saturday.
The rollout is designed to ensure proper crowd management, maintain safety, and protect vital facilities during the event.
The dignitaries anticipated at the coronation consist of the ex-Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, envoys from several nations, along with more than 200 individuals of Nigerian Yoruba descent residing in Canada.
Notable attendees also encompass prominent traditional leaders like the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Oba Erediauwa from Benin; Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III; and Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, along with several others.
As stated by Samuel Opebiyi, the spokesperson for the NSCDC in Oyo State, the officers will be positioned tactically at the site of the coronation, major roadways, and various crucial locations throughout Oyo town.
The primary coronation event will be held at Olivet Baptist Heights, with the Local Organizing Committee designating 10 additional locations to accommodate guests.
The Oyo State Command of the NSCDC, led by Commandant Augustine Padonu, has confirmed that their personnel have received specialized training to handle the particular needs of this event. The gathering is anticipated to attract numerous individuals from across the globe.
The declaration stated: “Under the guidance of Commandant Augustine Padonu, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Oyo State Command, has established an extensive security strategy aimed at ensuring a seamless and protected coronation ceremony for His Imperial Majesty, Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I.”
Considering the importance of this momentous occasion and the anticipated high attendance, the NSCDC plans to deploy approximately 500 well-trained staff members for security duties. Their roles include maintaining order among crowds, protecting vital facilities, and ensuring safety across all stages of the event. These agents will be positioned at crucial points such as the location where the crowning takes place, significant roadways, and essential sites within Oyo Town to thwart any potential breaches in security measures.
The NSCDC representative additionally highlighted the cooperation with various security organizations to ensure prevention of any security incidents prior to, throughout, and following the event.
Furthermore, the NSCDC plays a crucial role within the committee established to guarantee the smooth execution of the coronation, primarily concerning safety measures. They are closely coordinating with various security organizations to uphold public order throughout the entire duration of the event. These seasoned personnel will oversee operations and swiftly address any security issues that arise.
The NSCDC continues to uphold its commitment to safeguarding individuals and assets. We guarantee both residents and visitors that comprehensive precautions have been implemented to secure them during the coronation celebrations. Additionally, we encourage everyone to collaborate with law enforcement personnel and follow all regulations to facilitate a safe and harmonious occasion,” the statement read.
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by admin | Apr 1, 2025 | food safety, health, illness, product recalls, safety
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Pumpkin juice that was distributed across twelve states has been taken back from the market due to concerns about potential contamination with paralytic bacteria.
Walker’s Wine Juice LLC, headquartered in New York, has initiated a recall of its pumpkin juice following a standard state inspection that revealed the product lacked sufficient acidity for proper heating and sterilization.
The ‘hot fill’ process is intended to eliminate microorganisms.
potentially deadly bacteria
.
Officials from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors consequently discovered that there was no ‘kill step’ implemented to eliminate contaminants.
They mentioned that juice with low acidity might harbor bacteria responsible for botulism.
a
rare food-borne pathogen that
attacks the body’s nerves
and may result in total body paralysis.
This can lead to
full-body paralysis
, affecting the muscles required for breathing, which can be lethal in very few instances.
The affected items were sold through Walker’s Wine Juice retail outlet in New York and were also sent directly to a select group of commercial wineries located in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
There have been no reports of illness so far. However, the FDA advises customers who experience symptoms such as muscle weakness, impaired speech, trouble breathing, and paralysis to consult a healthcare provider right away.
The items being recalled include the 2.5-gallon bag-in-box and 5-gallon hot pack marked as ‘pumpkin,’ along with 30-, 60-, and 275-gallon bulk containers labeled ‘pumpkin.’
Botulism occurs due to a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria, typically present as spores in soil, aquatic environments, and on the surfaces of food items such as produce and seafood.
Wine along with low-acid foods are the primary suspects when it comes to fermented products.
These bacteria produce spores that function as protective coverings; typically, these pose little harm.
Nonetheless, cramped environments that are both warm and moist, and deficient in oxygen—like those found inside metal cans or plastic containers—can lead to bacteria producing toxins that assault the central nervous system.
Botulism attacks the body’s nervous system and may result in paralysis, potentially affecting even the muscles required for breathing.
This renders five to ten percent of cases deadly.
Other symptoms include
difficulty swallowing, muscle weakness, double vision, drooping eyelids, blurry vision, slurred speech, difficulty breathing, and trouble moving the eyes.
According to the CDC, there are approximately 200 annual cases of botulism in the United States, with only about 25 originating from contaminated food sources, rendering it an extremely uncommon occurrence.
Other factors encompass infections and, infrequently, administering an excessive amount of the botulinum toxin utilized in Botox treatments.
Customers are advised to reach out to Walker’s Wine Juice to find out how to discard the problematic items and ascertain procedures such as obtaining reimbursement.
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by admin | Mar 31, 2025 | border security, government, roads, safety, transportation
The Balochistan administration has prohibited late-night travel—primarily for public transportation—on key highways across multiple districts due to worsening security conditions. This decision was communicated through advisories released by district deputy commissioners within the province.
This decision follows an increase in terrorist activities throughout Balochistan, with several events occurring this year involving gunmen targeting travelers. Notifications prohibiting nighttime travel have been issued by the deputy commissioners of Gwadar, Kachhi, Zhob, Noshki, and Musakhel districts. Additionally, the authorities in Quetta mandated that all public transportation leaving the city must cease operations during the night hours.
The Quetta Commissioner, Hamza Shafqaat, informed the press that during a meeting he led, it was determined that public transportation would be banned from using the Karachi-Quetta highway (N-25), often referred to as the RCD Highway, after dark. This decision effectively severs connections between Balochistan and Sindh provinces.
It was emphasized as well that buses and coaches should leave punctually to prevent any hold-ups during the trip.
“Trackers and CCTV cameras on all buses and coaches must remain operational, and transport companies have been instructed to comply with the government’s instructions,” Shafqaat stated.
On March 28, Gwadar District Commissioner Hamoodur Rehman announced in an official notice that all public transportation along the Makran Coastal Highway (N-10) would be prohibited during nighttime hours until further notice.
The statement added that considering the safety of the passengers, both the administration and the private transportation association agreed to impose restrictions on departure times from Karachi, Gwadar, and Quetta. This was done to guarantee that travelers reach their destinations prior to nighttime.
Every transportation moving from Karachi or Quetta towards Gwadar would leave between 5 am and 10 am, whereas those departing from the port city of Gwadar to either of these two cities would set off between 6 am and 1 pm.
As stated in a notice issued by Kachhi DC Jahanzaib Langove, both public and private transportation were instructed not to use the Quetta-Sukkur highway (N-65) during nighttime hours—from 5 pm until 5 am—starting March 28th onwards unless otherwise notified. This effectively isolates Balochistan from Sindh after dark.
Cars traveling from Sibi to Quetta during the specified hours will be detained at the Nari Riverbank in Sibi, whereas vehicles arriving from the provincial capital will be held at Kolpur, the notice further stated.
A distinct directive issued by Zhob Deputy Commissioner Mehboob Ahmad prohibited public buses and coaches from traveling via Zhob along the N-50 National Highway – which connects Quetta to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan – during nighttime hours.
The drivers were instructed not to operate between 6 pm and 6 am starting March 27 until additional instructions are provided.
DC Noshki of Amjad Soomro and DC Musakhel of Juma Dad Mandokhail similarly released directives prohibiting public transportation from using the Quetta-Taftan (N-40) and Multan-Loralai (N-70) highways during the hours of 6 pm to 6 am.
As stated by Shahid Rind, the spokesperson for the Balochistan government, national highways have been shut down 76 times for different reasons starting from January 1st.
Recently, militants in Balochistan have stepped up their assaults, with the proscribed group Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) becoming a prominent actor behind terrorist activities in Pakistan during 2024.
Recently, armed individuals obstructed the Coastal Highway in Gwadar and murdered six people, all of whom were from Punjab, after removing them from a bus heading towards Karachi.
Earlier this month, a Jaffar Express train was seized by attackers, resulting in 26 fatalities among the captives, of whom 18 were security officers. Additionally, five further security personnel died during the rescue mission.
A few weeks ago, insurgents obstructed several key locations along the Quetta-Sukkar N-65 highway in Bolan and took hold of weaponry belonging to the protection detail of Balochistan’s Parliamentary Secretary Mir Liaquat Ali Lehri.
Last month, seven individuals traveling to Punjab were removed from a bus and killed in Balochistan’s Barkhan district.
Last August, when BLA carried out multiple assaults throughout the region, 23 passengers were removed from vehicles and killed in the Musakhail district.
In April 2024, nine individuals were removed from a bus and subsequently killed by gunfire after assailants blocked the Quetta-Taftan Highway N-40 close to Noshki.
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by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | government, politics and government, public policy, roads, safety
Dagoretti North Member of Parliament Beatrice Elachi is experiencing an unbearable grief that no parent could ever fathom, as she mourns the devastating loss of her son, Elvis Namenya. Numerous leaders expressed their condolences both online via social media and offline in person.
People of good will from Kenya also extended their sympathies to Mheshimiwa, much as they would to their closest relatives whenever their loved ones are affected by road accidents.
The departure of a youthful talent such as Elvis is a significant blow to any nation.
We must ensure that young individuals, who hold great potential within them, do not meet an untimely end; instead, they ought to have the chance to thrive and reach their utmost capabilities.
This clearly indicates that the relevant authorities in the country, specifically Kenya, must implement stringent measures to reduce avoidable fatalities.
In his lifetime, the late Transport Minister John Michuki dedicated himself to enforcing order on the roadways, implementing policies that rescued numerous individuals from fatal accidents.
His legacy stands as proof of what robust policies and strict implementation can accomplish.
Actually, phrases like ‘Michuki roads’ and ‘Michuki rules’ referred to the safety regulations and measures specifically aimed at enhancing public transportation security. These were introduced by him in 2003 with the intention of improving road safety.
However, many years have passed since then, yet road safety continues to be a major crisis, resulting in the tragic loss of countless young and promising individuals.
No parent should ever have to experience the death of their child.
The sorrow runs deep, and the void remaining cannot be measured.
For Elachi, this goes beyond being merely a political issue as many Kenyans claim; instead, it’s a profoundly personal loss that underscores the vulnerability of life and highlights the critical need to work towards safer streets for everyone.
As leaders, policymakers, and citizens, we should consider the fact that each avoidable traffic incident represents a significant lapse in law enforcement, inadequate investment in infrastructure, and a disregard for the sanctity of human life.
Mourning alone is insufficient. Sending sympathies is not adequate either. We have to take action, and we must do so promptly.
A large number of young Kenyan individuals who have tragically lost their lives on our nation’s highways.
This could be attributed to vehicles not meeting roadworthiness standards, negligent drivers, some lax law-enforcing officers, and insufficient strictness in holding traffic violators responsible for their actions.
By commemorating Elvis and numerous other average Kenyans affected by hazardous road conditions, we should advocate for measures that safeguard the country’s young people.
Since no mother or father should ever question what might have been.
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by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | government, local news, news, news media, safety
The government of Osun State has guaranteed safety for both residents and visitors within the state, advising people who are not in the area to ignore social media posts indicating otherwise.
These incidents follow recent communal clashes in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun, resulting in fatalities and damage to properties.
While welcoming tourists who had come to Osogbo through the state’s Imole Free Train Service, the Commerce Commissioner, Bunmi Jenyo, urged them to freely explore the region.
“It has been another successful trip for us in Osun as we see travelers moving from Lagos and Ogun states to Osun state during holidays. We thank Governor Ademola Adeleke for his gracious initiative,” Jenyo stated.
He encouraged visitors to disregard security concerns being shared online, stressing that Osun continues to be tranquil.
Osun is secure. Please ignore any posts on social media suggesting otherwise about the safety of Osun. The present government has taken significant measures to ensure the security of every part of Osun, and we can all attest to the progress made in various areas.
“Although the opposition might use social media to spread alternative narratives, do not take their claims at face value. I encourage them to visit various regions within the state and observe the ongoing projects. Rest assured, Osun is secure,” he emphasized.
A declaration made by the Information Officer at the Ministry of Commerce, Ademiotan Adegbulugbe, on Sunday affirmed that the Imole Free Train Service, funded by Governor Adeleke’s government, carried numerous vacationers from Lagos to Osogbo on Saturday night.
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by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | consumer electronics, electric scooters, electronics, safety, scooters and mopeds
That’s likely the final thing you’d desire for your e-scooter to do.
E-mobility
Has seized control of the globe, and if you reside in an urban area, you’ve likely witnessed—or narrowly avoided being hit by—an electric scooter at least once. These vehicles are ubiquitous, and rightly so. They’re inexpensive to operate, simple to park, and transform brief journeys into effortless trips.
One of the major contenders in the competition is
Segway-Ninebot
, a firm that produces millions of electric scooters annually. Here’s an interesting tidbit: Ninebot is supported by the massive Chinese technology corporation Xiaomi, which also happens to be renowned for manufacturing smartphones, intelligent home devices, and virtually all types of technological products imaginable.
Now, when you’re producing e-scooters at this enormous scale, inevitably, issues will arise from time to time. When they do occur, they become significant matters. To illustrate, Segway recently issued a recall.
220,000 Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP Scooters
in the US because of a folding mechanism that can fail mid-ride. That’s right—your handlebars could suddenly decide they’ve had enough and fold like a cheap lawn chair while you’re cruising along.
It sounds enjoyable, doesn’t it? Nope? Exactly.
Photo by: Segway
Segway has received 68 complaints about this issue, resulting in 20 reported injuries varying from minor cuts and bruises to fractures. In severe cases, individuals may require unexpected dental procedures. These problematic scooters were distributed through major stores such as Best Buy, Walmart, Costco, Target, and Sam’s Club, along with online platforms including Segway and Amazon, during the period from January 2020 to February 2025. They had price tags ranging from $600 to $1,000.
If you have one of these scooters, consider this advice—cease using it right away. Segway is providing a complimentary maintenance kit that comes with tools and guidelines for inspecting and securing the folding mechanism to prevent it from becoming an unexpected ejection trigger. Considering the substantial number of these scooters sold globally, this problem may not be confined to just the United States. Therefore, if you possess one, it would be wise to contact Segway and take precautions to avoid potential regret.
In conclusion, electric mobility is great, but a scooter that chooses to self-destruct during a ride? Not ideal. Should you or anyone you know own one of these Segways, have it inspected, obtain the necessary repairs, and remain steady.
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