S. A: FOUR PEOPLE HAVE DIED AFTER A CAR WAS SWEPT AWAY AT AN OVERFLOWING BRIDGE IN THE MAKOTOPONG RIVER NEAR SEBAYENG.(PHOTO).

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 Four people have died after a car was swept away at an overflowing bridge in the Makotopong River near Sebayeng. Police recovered the bodies after a blue Renault Kwid carrying five occupants was pulled into the river during heavy water flow on Sunday morning, 8 March 2026. One passenger escaped from the vehicle and alerted police and emergency services. Police say the car was travelling along the Madiga–Makotopong gravel road when it overturned at the flooded bridge and was dragged into the river. The Provincial Search and Rescue team recovered the first body on Sunday. The victim was identified as Lebapa Petrus Mochitele, 27, from Madiga Village. EMS personnel declared him dead at the scene. Search operations resumed on Monday with the SAPS Water Wing Unit, EMS Search and Rescue, the Fire and Rescue Department, and an EMS helicopter. Teams located the submerged vehicle and recovered three more bodies. The victims were identified as Seobi Dikgale, 33, Betty Makokoane, 22, and Shel...

LASUBEB CHAIRMAN EMBARKS ON UNSCHEDULED VISIT TO STATE PRIMARY SCHOOLS ON RESUMPTION DAY. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 LASUBEB CHAIRMAN EMBARKS ON UNSCHEDULED VISIT TO STATE PRIMARY SCHOOLS ON RESUMPTION DAY


In a proactive move to ensure a smooth and effective start to the new academic term, the Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu, today paid an unscheduled visit to some state primary schools across Lagos today, the first day of school resumption.


The Chairman, accompanied by top officials of the Board, visited schools across multiple local government areas, interacting directly with pupils, teachers, and school administrators. The visit aimed to assess the level of preparedness of schools, monitor pupil turnout, inspect facilities, and reinforce the government's commitment to quality education delivery.


Speaking during the visit, Dr. Hakeem Shittu emphasised the importance of punctuality, discipline, and a conducive learning environment. He commended schools that showed impressive readiness and urged those with identified gaps to work swiftly to address them.


"We must continue to uphold the highest standards in our public primary schools," he said. "Today's visit is not only to inspect but to encourage both our teachers and pupils to embrace the new term with renewed energy and commitment."


The Chairman reiterated the State Government's dedication to supporting teachers through continuous training and providing improved infrastructure and learning materials. He also assured parents and guardians that the Board would continue to prioritise the safety, welfare, and academic excellence of all pupils across the state.


The Schools visited include Military Cantonment Primary School, Military Primary School, Army Children School, Army Barracks, Army Model School, Nine Brigade Primary School and Brigade Primary School within Ikeja Cantonment at Ikeja Local Government Education Authority.

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