Six farmers killed in fresh attack in Unguwar Wawa, Niger State
At least six farmers have been killed in a fresh attack by suspected armed bandits in Unguwar Wawa community, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident reportedly happened late Friday night and has thrown the rural community into mourning. According to a report shared on X by conflict and crisis journalist Bakatsine, the […]
Fire razes residential building in Ibadan, destroys property worth millions of naira
A serious fire outbreak has destroyed a residential building at Block D5, Ifedapo Estate in the Amuloko area of Ibadan, Oyo State, leaving residents counting heavy losses. The fire completely razed a six-room bungalow and destroyed household items and valuables estimated to be worth millions of naira. Confirming the incident, the Chairman of the Oyo […]
24-year-old father beats daughter to death in Calabar
A tragic incident occurred in Calabar as a 24-year-old man, Joseph Emmanuel, reportedly beat his 10-year-old daughter to death. The shocking attack happened after the child allegedly misplaced her father’s petrol pipe, which he used for his commercial motorcycle. Neighbors nearly lynched the man in anger before police intervention. Police operatives, alerted by a local […]
Bauchi records 50 road deaths, 468 injuries in three months – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reported a troubling increase in road accidents in Bauchi State, recording 50 deaths and 468 injuries within a three-month period. The statistics highlight ongoing concerns over road safety and compliance with traffic regulations across the state. According to the FRSC, most accidents were linked to overspeeding, reckless driving, […]
Newswatch co-founder, Yakubu Mohammed dies at 75
Yakubu Mohammed, co-founder of the iconic Nigerian news magazine Newswatch, has passed away at the age of 75. The late journalist was widely celebrated for his significant contributions to investigative journalism and for shaping modern media in Nigeria. Mohammed co-founded Newswatch in 1985, a publication known for its fearless reporting and dedication to holding power […]
Lagos govt arrests BRT driver after pedestrian fatality at Ikeja Airport Junction
The Lagos State Government has arrested a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) driver after a pedestrian was knocked down and killed at the Ikeja Airport Junction. Officials said the accident happened when the bus was moving through the busy intersection, leading to the death of the victim on the spot. Emergency officers and traffic officials were […]
Lagos: Six worshippers crushed as sand-laden truck crashes into church in Epe
Tragedy struck in Epe, Lagos State, after a truck loaded with sand lost control and crashed into a church building, killing six worshippers and injuring several others. The incident happened at a Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) branch along Hospital Road on Monday evening, shortly after the church had finished its service. Some worshippers […]
Vehicle, motorcycle, others burnt as fire ravages petroleum station in Oyo
A fire outbreak has destroyed a petrol station in Saki, Oyo State, burning a fuel-laden tanker, a motorcycle and other valuable properties. The incident happened on Wednesday and caused panic in the area as thick smoke and intense flames spread around the station. No loss of life was reported, but the damage has been described […]
How my son died in Lagos hospital – Chimamanda opens up
Renowned Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has shared a heartbreaking account of how her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, died after a hospital visit in Lagos. In a statement released on Saturday, she said her son passed away on January 7, 2026, following complications from a medical procedure. She believes the incident could have been avoided […]
Nine dead, 10 injured as bus crashes on Kano–Maiduguri Expressway
A tragic road accident on the Kano–Maiduguri Expressway has claimed the lives of nine people and left at least ten others injured. The crash involved a commercial bus that reportedly lost control while travelling along the busy highway. The incident happened in the early hours of the day and caused panic among motorists and nearby […]