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Two people have died, and three others are critically injured in a tragic accident at the Iyana Meiran area of Lagos State.

Disclosing this in a statement on Wednesday, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority said the accident involved a Sino truck, three tricycles, and a minibus in the Iyana Meiran area of Lagos State.

The statement, however, added that the injured victims have been evacuated to the nearest hospital for medical attention.

“Preliminary security findings revealed that the tragic occurrence was triggered by a Dangote Silo Mixer Truck which, while being operated at an inordinately high speed, suffered a sudden brake failure and consequently lost control,” the statement read.

“The runaway truck forcefully rammed into a commercial mini-bus, popularly referred to as Korope (EPP 541 YF), as well as four tricycles (Marwa) KTU 360 QN, LND 444 QL, LSR 444 QN, and EKY 122 QP. The violent impact culminated in extensive destruction, trapping commuters amid mangled vehicles and twisted wreckage.

“Exhibiting exceptional professionalism, promptness, and operational dexterity, LASTMA personnel swiftly mobilised to the accident scene and with the invaluable assistance of public-spirited passersby, successfully rescued and evacuated three severely injured victims who were trapped within the crushed vehicles.

“To ensure the safety of responders and forestall secondary collisions, the Authority immediately cordoned off the entire corridor and instituted comprehensive traffic control and diversion measures.”

The latest accident comes days after two people were killed and two others seriously injured in separate midnight crashes in Lagos on Monday, prompting the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to warn motorists against reckless speeding.

According to LASTMA, the first fatal accident occurred around 2:30 a.m. at Otedola Bridge inward Berger on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, where an unregistered vehicle rammed into a moving trailer at high speed.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Wednesday staged a protest over the spate of insecurity in different parts of the country.

READ ALSO: UPDATED: NLC Protests Over Rising Insecurity In Nigeria

The NLC was joined by different civil society organisations, who carried placards calling for urgent actions to address the security problems.

Demonstrations were recorded in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger, Taraba and Lagos states, under the watchful eyes of security agents.

But the Edo State council of the NLC withdrew from the nationwide protest against insecurity, saying that the timing of the protest was not appropriate.

​It explained that the state serves as a major transit route to several parts of the country, especially during this period of increased travel.

​It also noted that the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, was currently marking the annual Igue festival, which had attracted a large influx of visitors to Benin City.​

See more photos from the protest below:

In response to allegations of bias and conflict of interest, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has demanded that Olanipekun Olukoyede, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), be immediately fired from all matters involving him.

The former AGF argued in a statement made on Tuesday by Malami’s Special Assistant for Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, that the EFCC chairman’s continued involvement is “legally untenable, morally indefensible, and constitutionally impermissible,” making reference to Chapter 9 of the Justice Ayo Salami Judicial Commission of Inquiry Report.

While serving as Attorney-General, Malami supervised the establishment of the Justice Ayo Salami Judicial Commission of Inquiry to look into allegations of corruption and abuse of office, according to the statement. The current EFCC chairman was the commission’s secretary at the time, according to the report.

According to the statement, Chapter 9 of the Salami Report addressed senior EFCC officials’ conduct and responsibilities and created what it called “personal and professional exposure” for some people who are currently presiding over Malami.

It claimed that this circumstance “raises a reasonable suspicion of bias” and transforms ongoing EFCC actions into “retaliatory persecution rather than neutral law enforcement.”

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The office argued that the applicable standard does not establish actual malice but whether a reasonable observer would recognize bias based on established legal principles that were established upon recusal.

Under the current EFCC leadership, Malami is alleged to be unable to receive an impartial investigation or prosecution.

The statement also made allegations of violations of Malami’s fundamental rights, including the right to a fair hearing under Sections 35 and 36 of the 1999 Constitution, as well as what it termed a “trial by media” through selective leaks and public commentary.

Additionally, it charged the EFCC with harassing its employees without arraignment, criminalizing lawful actions taken while Malami was in office, and continuing to pursue the issue through untimely media exposure.

The former attorney-general is willing to undergo a fair and impartial investigation and be tried before a court of competent jurisdiction, but it rejects what it refers to as political settlements or intimidation, according to the office, which reiterated Malami’s position.

The EFCC chairman was ordered to recuse himself from all Malami-related matters, request the Federation’s current Attorney-General to transfer the case to an independent investigative body, and demand the EFCC’s request to immediately file any charges, if necessary, with a competent court.

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained popular TikTok streamer Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, following a viral video showing him driving and threatening to crash his car while livestreaming.

His action resulted in a road crash on the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos. 

In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, the force said the arrest followed the circulation of a video recorded on Sunday, in which the 20-year-old content creator was seen driving  while visibly distressed, eventually crashing his vehicle.

According to the police, the suspect’s actions amounted to an alleged attempt to commit suicide and posed a grave danger to other road users.

“The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained, for further investigation, Habeeb Hamzat, also known as ‘Peller’, subsequent to a viral video that surfaced online on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in which he was seen driving recklessly, leading to a dangerous road crash while the incident was being live-streamed,” the statement read in part.

“His action constitutes a deliberate attempt to commit suicide and endangered the lives of other innocent road users,” it added.

READ ALSO: FRSC To Prosecute TikToker Peller Over Reckless Driving

The police disclosed that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for detailed investigation, adding that the outcome would be made public and the suspect charged before a court of competent jurisdiction in line with the law.

LAGOS STATE POLICE ARRESTED AND DETAINED HABEEB HAMZAT “20 YRS” AKA PELLER FOR ATTEMPTED SUICIDE
AND COMMENCES INVESTIGATION INTO SUICIDAL VIRAL RECKLESS DRIVING BY THE SUSPECT. THE COMMAND CAUTIONS SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS AGAINST CONDUCT LIKELY TO CAUSE THEIR UNTIMELY DEATH OR… pic.twitter.com/nl49PTgH8a

The Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, also issued a warning to social media influencers and the public against using online platforms to promote or engage in dangerous conduct.

“Such lawlessness will not be tolerated, and the full weight of the law will be applied to any offender,” the statement added, while urging motorists to comply strictly with traffic regulations.

Meanwhile, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has ordered the prosecution of the TikToker for multiple traffic violations.

In a statement issued on Monday by the Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, the FRSC said its Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, directed the Lagos State Sector Commander to commence prosecution for his action, use of a mobile phone while driving.

Mohammed expressed concern over what he described as a growing trend of dangerous road use by celebrities and content creators seeking online attention.

“This incident, which could have resulted in loss of lives, serves as a grim reminder that fame does not confer immunity from the law, nor does it excuse dangerous behaviour on public roads,” he said.

The FRSC stressed that public roads are not studios or streaming platforms and warned that it would not hesitate to apply the law to any offender, regardless of social status.

It also called on entertainment bodies and influencer networks to promote responsible behaviour, noting the influence public figures wield over young people.

The crash occurred on Sunday, December 14, while Peller was livestreaming.  The impact triggered the vehicle’s airbags and attracted the intervention of bystanders.

He was hospitalised, although his medical condition has not been officially disclosed. The incident has continued to generate public debate.

Peller bought the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV on December 6, 2025, a purchase he publicly announced on social media.

Before the crash Peller’s relationship with fellow content creator Jarvis reportedly became strained due to differing relationship goals.

Barely 24 hours after defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and publicly declaring support for Governor Nasir Idris’ second-term bid, Almustapha Malami, has been appointed as the General Manager of the Kebbi State Geographic Information System (KEBGIS).

Almustapha is the younger brother of the embattled former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN).

The appointment was conveyed in an official letter signed by the Kebbi State Head of Service, Malami Shekare, and made available on Tuesday.

READ ALSO: Malami Accuses EFCC Chairman Of Bias, Demands Immediate Arraignment Or Release

In the letter, the Head of Service congratulated the appointee on his new role and urged him to demonstrate total commitment, diligence, and dedication in the discharge of his duties, in line with the policies and objectives of the Kebbi State Government.

“The government expects you to bring your wealth of experience to bear in ensuring effective management of the state’s geographic information system for improved land administration and service delivery,” the letter stated.

According to the letter, the appointment takes immediate effect.

READ ALSO: Malami Faults FG, States Over Security Failures In Kebbi State

KEBGIS is a strategic agency responsible for land administration, mapping, and digital land records management in Kebbi State, making the position of General Manager a critical one in the state’s governance and development framework.

The appointment has fueled public debate, with some observers describing it as politically motivated, while others see it as a reward for loyalty to the ruling party.

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, thereby signing the state’s budget into law.

The signing took place on Tuesday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi, after the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Zuru, formally presented the approved bill to the governor.

The 2026 Appropriation Bill has a total expenditure of ₦642,930,818,157.99, covering both recurrent and capital spending for the 2026 fiscal year.

Speaking at the event, Zuru said the budget was considered and passed by the House in line with constitutional provisions.

READ ALSO: Gov Radda Of Katsina Signs ₦897.9bn 2026 Budget

He noted that the legislature examined the bill before approving and transmitting it to the governor for assent.

The Speaker also disclosed that the 10th Kebbi State House of Assembly has passed 60 bills within two years of the current administration, all of which have received the governor’s assent.

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He reaffirmed the Assembly’s support for the policies and programmes of the state government.

In his response, Governor Idris thanked the Speaker and members of the House of Assembly for their cooperation and role in the legislative process.

Idris stated that the working relationship between the executive and legislature has contributed to effective governance in the state.

The governor stressed that the implementation of the 2026 budget would depend largely on improving Internally Generated Revenue to complement federal allocations, which he said remain inadequate for the state’s needs.

READ ALSO: Jigawa Gov Presents N901.8bn 2026 Budget To State Assembly

He said that the budget focuses on projects and programmes aimed at improving service delivery across the state and assured that adjustments would be made where necessary to ensure effective implementation.