LASG ISSUES TRAFFIC ADVISORY AHEAD OF FANTI CARNIVAL. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LASG ISSUES TRAFFIC ADVISORY AHEAD OF FANTI CARNIVAL The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversions and restrictions ahead of the Lagos Fanti Carnival scheduled to hold on Monday, 6th April, 2026, around Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island. In a bid to ensure a seamless and hitch-free carnival procession, vehicular movement will be restricted along major adjoining roads linking TBS. Affected Routes are; King George V Road (by Mobil Filling Station), Flag House inbound TBS, Force Road inbound TBS, Onikan Roundabout inbound TBS, and WaterBoy Roundabout by Old Defence House. Additionally, all link roads to Moloney Road, such as Military Road (by Old Defence Building), Ajasa Street, Boyle Street, and Hawley Street, will be closed to traffic during the event. To ease parking challenges, designated car parks have been arranged for public use, these include; the Yoruba Lawn Tennis Club Car Park, Zone 2 Car Park (opposite Island Club along King George V Road), Museum Kit...

EXPLOSION AT TENNESSEE EXPLOSIVES PLANT KILLS ALL ON SITE. (PHOTO).


 Explosion at Tennessee explosives plant kills all on site

Authorities are investigating a massive explosion at an explosives manufacturing plant in rural Tennessee, where first responders say no survivors have been recovered. Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis confirmed Saturday that all personnel at the Accurate Energetic Systems site, located southwest of Nashville, were killed, though the total number of victims and the cause of the blast remain unknown. “This has probably been one of the most devastating situations that I’ve been on in my career,” Davis said, visibly emotional.

State and federal officials are taking extreme precautions while examining the site. A “rapid DNA” team has been brought in to help identify remains, and roughly 300 emergency personnel are working methodically to manage damaged and volatile explosives. An ambulance and air evacuation helicopter are on site to ensure responder safety. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives supervisory special agent Guy McCormick said investigators are focused on making the area safe before national ATF teams arrive. Davis noted that it could take days, weeks, or even months before foul play is ruled out.

The force of the blast was felt miles away, reaching residents in Lobelville, about a 20-minute drive from the plant. “I thought the house had collapsed with me inside of it,” said Gentry Stover. “I live very close to Accurate and realized about 30 seconds after I woke up that it had to have been that.” Authorities expect the investigation to take several days as they attempt to reconstruct the events leading to the explosion, which occurred shortly before 8 a.m. Friday.

Accurate Energetic Systems operates a 1,300-acre facility in Bucksnort, Tennessee, a rural community about 60 miles southwest of Nashville. The sprawling campus includes eight buildings used for manufacturing, storing, and testing explosives for both military and commercial clients, including aerospace, oil, and demolition industries. Public records indicate the company has held numerous military contracts, producing products ranging from bulk explosives and landmines to small breaching charges. The site is also used for research and testing, including measuring the velocity and impact of explosions under varying environmental conditions. The company’s website emphasizes strict adherence to Defense Department safety and security protocols.


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