…government deployed amphibious swamp machines to support the Nigerian Navy, Air Force, emergency response agencies and local divers working at the site.The Nigerian Air Force has since intensified its search and recovery operation and set up a 12-member board of inquiry to look into the circumstances of the crash. The…

…government deployed amphibious swamp machines to support the Nigerian Navy, Air Force, emergency response agencies and local divers in accessing the site and retrieving the wreckage and victims’ remains. The Nigerian Air Force has also intensified search and recovery efforts and constituted a 12-member board of inquiry…

…evidence and establish its immediate and underlying causes. It will also assess the emergency response, including search and rescue, medical assistance, recovery operations and management of the crash site, before recommending measures to prevent a recurrence. The NAF said the investigation would follow established avi…

…of police duties, including exposure to stressful situations, security challenges, emergency responses, and other occupational pressures.” Speaking at the programme, the Head of the Police Hospital, Osun State Police Command, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Dr) Iyiola Ogundimite, said the initiative was designed to e…

…who were also trapped in the rubble were later rescued and rushed to the hospital by an emergency response team that mobilised to the scene to evacuate victims,” an eyewitness said.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Some residents said they had raised concerns about the construction, arguing that the…

…crash. Oke-Osanyintolu noted that the incident occurred at about 4:30pm, while the emergency response team arrived at the scene two minutes later and found the injured teenager in need of urgent medical attention. He stated that the agency’s Cobra Team provided immediate assistance and transported the victim to the Tra…

…of Emergency Medical Technicians, reflect her commitment to community safety and emergency response.Her social media bio identifies her as a First Responder, RFT1 Certified, Fat Kounter CEO, and keto diet and training coach — roles she holds simultaneously.Crystal Reneau and Joey Swoll: the relationshipCrystal Reneau a…

…occurred. Search and Rescue operations, in coordination with relevant authorities and emergency response agencies, are currently ongoing.The NAF is committed to ensuring the success of the ongoing Search and Rescue efforts. Further details will be communicated in due course." The air force was, however, silent on the n…

…the incident. The officers secured the affected section of the road and facilitated the emergency response. With the assistance of bystanders, the three injured victims were removed from the wreckage and taken to Duck-Yard Hospital within the Military Zone for urgent medical treatment. The situation was subsequently br…

…such equipment. ‎ ‎The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Emergency Response and Safety Enforcement, Mr Wellington Adebawo, announced the directive while speaking with newsmen in Akure the state capital on Wednesday. ‎ ‎Adebawo said the directive became necessary following “growing saf…

…to go to Akwakuma to move families trapped by rains, and could not get out. We organised emergency response and moved them to higher ground,” he said. Nweze said the agency also received flood alerts from Umuguma, Eziobodo, Obinze, Ihiagwa, Onuimo, Aboh Mbaise and Obowo. He added that officials were monitoring Oguta an…

…corridor. Oke-Osanyintolu stated that the interventions reflected the state government’s emergency response readiness. “These timely interventions once again reflect the proactiveness and operational readiness of the Lagos State Government under the administration of Mr Governor to safeguard residents and ensure public…

…again,” he stated. The Senate President commended agencies and individuals involved in emergency response but urged governments at all levels to respond to disasters with greater speed and preparedness.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google On the economy, Akpabio said the Senate must remain attentive to…

…that a building in Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, collapsed on Monday evening, triggering an emergency response from multiple federal and FCT agencies.The incident occurred on Abidjan Street, and preliminary findings have since revealed that the structure had been flagged and sealed by authorities before it came down.

…Agency, NEMA, has conducted a flood disaster simulation exercise to strengthen emergency response in the state. The exercise, which marked the third and closing day of the simulation, was aimed at improving the preparedness and response capacity of stakeholders to flooding and other related emergencies. The simulation…

…most vulnerable children. He also called for stronger paediatric healthcare, improved emergency response and better-equipped primary healthcare centres, stressing that no child should die because a family could not afford treatment or because a health facility lacked basic equipment. Sanni said protecting Nigerian chil…

…by the SPAR fire, promising that his administration, if elected, would strengthen emergency response and equip the state fire service with water, diesel and other necessary equipment. He also defended Arthur Jarvis University, which he founded, against recent criticisms, saying the institution had continued to contribu…

…the state, provision of regulated boats and life jackets, training of boat operators, emergency response equipment and construction of bridges or alternative crossings where necessary. He condoled with the families of the deceased, the Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government and the people of Sokoto State, while pray…

…home a unique digital addressGIS-enabled system aims to improve logistics, e-commerce, emergency response and national planning for better service deliveryIntegration with national identity databases will enhance government planning and infrastructure development across NigeriaPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new s…

…ground and called on state and local governments to activate early-warning systems and emergency response plans. by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 2:02 PM | Share this Story

…Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Samburu County Police Commander David Nkoroi confirmed that emergency response teams were deployed after thick smoke was spotted rising from the crash site.The seven who diedAlongside Outram, the six other occupants who lost their lives were Roger Duarte, Adam Navaty, Stephen Vasconquez, He…

…been evacuated safely by 7.30pm. A 'major incident' remained declared as a 'significant' emergency response continued.Eastbourne's MP, Josh Babarinde, was informed that one constituent suffered injuries to their ribs. Rob Bradley, who was travelling on the train with his six-year-old daughter, Mabel, recalled the momen…

…personnel arrived at the scene to assess the victim and determine the appropriate emergency response. Following their assessment, the medical personnel reportedly expressed serious concern over the extent of the victim’s injuries, particularly the multiple fractures and severe head trauma. They noted that the victim re…

…medical equipment, preserving vaccines, supporting laboratories and strengthening emergency response systems. He described the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative as a landmark collaboration involving the Federal Government, development partners and the private sector to address one of the biggest infrastructure challe…

…identity management, Adegbuyi argued that verified location data could improve policing, emergency response, tax administration, social investment programmes and logistics by allowing government agencies to accurately identify people, businesses and infrastructure. He also linked the proposal to local government admini…