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DEADLY FILLING STATION FIRE IN IBADAN CLAIMS TWO LIVES

A devastating fire incident occurred at a filling station in Ibadan, Oyo State, resulting in the tragic deaths of a driver and his motor boy. Eyewitnesses described the scene as horrific, with the fire spreading quickly and engulfing the vehicle. According to reports, the fire started when the driver accidentally ignited fuel while attempting to dispense it. The flames spread rapidly, trapping the driver and his motor boy inside the vehicle. The Oyo State Fire Service and emergency responders quickly responded to the scene to extinguish the fire and prevent further damage. An investigation into the incident is currently underway to determine the exact cause of the fire. The incident has sparked concerns about safety measures at filling stations, with many calling for stricter regulations to prevent such tragedies. “This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety and adhering to strict safety protocols, particularly in high-risk environments such as filling stations,” said a concerned citizen. The loss of two lives in this incident is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and adherence to safety protocols. As the investigation continues, the community is left to mourn the loss of two lives and to reflect on the importance of prioritizing safety.

STUDENTS OF COLLEGE OF MEDICINE IBADAN CLASH WITH MINISTER BAYO ADELABU OVER POWER CUT

Students of the College of Medicine at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, are currently expressing their discontent with the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, over the prolonged power outage at the medical facility, which has lasted for over 100 days. The students’ frustration boiled over as Adelabu visited the hospital to find a lasting solution to the power cut. The Minister also met with the hospital management in a closed-door meeting. Although the details of the meeting are not yet clear, the students’ outburst suggests that they are fed up with the prolonged blackout, which has likely disrupted their academic activities. Speaking to journalists, a former President of the Students Union Government, University of Ibadan, Samson Samuel, and former Speaker of UI, Olamide Omotunde, who are medical students, lamented the situation. “We had had series of meetings with the management of UCH, but nothing was done to restore electricity in the halls,” Samuel said. Samuel emphasized, “No light, no water. We shall continue this protest until our demands are met.” Omotunde stated, “We protested on January 26, 2025, to the State and Federal Secretariats, Agodi, Ibadan, with the hope that the management will restore it, but up till now, nothing was done. And that’s why we decided after 100 days to protest over the non-availability of power.”