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The mayor of a city in northwestern Louisiana, United States, has described the killing of eight children in a mass shooting at two homes as possibly the worst tragedy the community has ever experienced.

Mayor Tom Arceneaux made the remark while reacting to the incident on Sunday, according to AP.

Police in Shreveport confirmed that eight children were killed by a gunman in what authorities described as a domestic-related shooting.

According to a Shreveport Police spokesperson, Chris Bordelon, a total of 10 people, aged between one and about 14 years old, were shot during the incident.

Bordelon explained that the suspect later died following a chase with officers, who fired at him. The gunman had reportedly stolen a vehicle while fleeing the scene before being pursued by police.

Authorities have not released the identity of the suspect but confirmed he was an adult male.

Officials also disclosed that investigations were ongoing across multiple locations linked to the shootings, including two homes and a third site south of downtown Shreveport. Some of the children involved were said to be related to the suspect.

“This is an extensive scene unlike anything most of us have ever seen,” Bordelon said.

At a news conference held outside one of the affected residences, officials appeared visibly shaken as they appealed for patience and prayers from the community while piecing together details from the scenes.

“I just don’t know what to say; my heart is just taken aback,” Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith said. “I cannot begin to imagine how such an event could occur.”

Reacting to the incident, Arceneaux said, “This is a tragic situation — maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had. It’s a terrible morning.”

Mass shooting: Worst tragic situation we’ve ever had — US mayor on killing of eight children

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The Federal Government says it has so far disbursed over N18.7 billion to 751 million vulnerable families in Akwa Ibom State in three tranches of the Household Prosperity and Empowerment-Cash Transfer Programme (HOPE-CT).

The amount is out of the N60 billion earmarked for the South-South region under the programme.
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Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, who disclosed this over the weekend in Uyo, the during a Stakeholders’ Engagement and Interaction with Beneficiaries of HOPE-CT, said Akwa Ibom was the highest recipient.

Doro said the ministry intentionally organized the interface with beneficiaries and other stakeholders to obtain genuine feedback and ensure that accountability was upheld.

He added that government has to assess whether the support is reaching intended households and improving livelihoods, or otherwise.

According to him, “The essence of this visit is to personally engage beneficiaries of the HOPE-CT programme and obtain firsthand feedback on interventions already delivered.

“The ministry is working towards a One Humanitarian One Poverty Response System where interventions are coordinated, transparent, and effective.”

He also urged the beneficiaries to speak out sincerely, saying their feedback will help to guide future policy decisions and strengthen programme delivery across the country.

‎Speaking earlier, the state governor, Pastor Umo Eno represented by the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Princess Emem Ibanga, thanked the minister for undertaking the tour personally rather than sending a representative, saying it demonstrates a deep commitment and genuine passion for matters concerning the vulnerable and underserved.

She described the Conditional Cash Transfer as a strategic social investment tool designed to lift the poorest households out of extreme poverty by providing direct financial support to vulnerable families and stimulating local economies through support for small businesses.

‎At the interactive sessions, the beneficiaries who were selected randomly to speak, thanked President Bola Tinubu for the lifeline but urged him to ensure the sustainability of the program as well as increase of the N25,000 transfer.

Abel Enang, one of the beneficiaries said given the impact of the stipend to vulnerable homes especially in setting up of small scale businesses, it would be ideal for the program to be sustained so that more poor families would be captured.

He said he had received a total of N75,000 for the three tranches which he invested in vegetable farming adding that increase in amount would help beneficiaries to do more.
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Akwa Ibom receives N18.7bn FG’s Cash Transfer

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Manchester City have reduced Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 win on Sunday.

The Gunners came to the Etihad with a six-point lead, having lost 2-1 at home to Bournemouth.

City capitalized with a 3-0 drubbing of Chelsea.

Ryan Cherki opened the scoring for the hosts with a sublime solo goal, but Kai Havertz equalized straight from kick-off.

Havertz pounced on Gianluigi Donnarumma’s hesitation to force the ball into the net.

Erling Haaland grabbed the winner in the second half after a sustained period of Arsenal dominance.

City can now go top of the table if they win at Burnley next Wednesday.

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A roadside hawker has been killed in a tragic road accident at Okokomaiko area of Lagos, while seven other persons sustained injuries in a separate crash at Ogudu inward Toll Gate.

The incidents were confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by the spokesperson of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Adebayo Taofiq, which said the agency’s officials responded promptly to both emergencies.

According to the statement, the fatal crash at Okokomaiko involved a Lexus Jeep with registration number SMK 674 HY. The impact led to the death of an adult male hawker at the scene.

LASTMA officials were said to have arrived swiftly after receiving a distress call, securing the accident scene and evacuating the remains of the deceased from the roadway to prevent further disruption to traffic.

Officers of the Nigeria Police Force from Ketu Division subsequently conveyed the body to Badagry Mortuary for necessary procedures.

In a separate incident, LASTMA personnel also responded to a collision at Ogudu inward Toll Gate involving a Mazda commercial bus with registration number MUS 231 YA and a Lexus Jeep marked FKJ 23 HL.

The crash resulted in injuries to seven passengers, all of whom were rescued at the scene by emergency responders.

Security operatives from the Ogudu Police Division supported the rescue efforts, while officials of the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) evacuated the injured victims to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

LASTMA disclosed that all vehicles involved in both accidents have been handed over to the police for further investigation to determine the causes of the crashes.

Reacting to the incidents, the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the agency’s call for increased road safety awareness among motorists.

He urged drivers to adhere strictly to traffic regulations, maintain safe speeds and exercise heightened vigilance, especially during late-night hours when visibility and alertness may be reduced.

The agency reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and ensuring efficient traffic management across Lagos State.

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