“Israeli Forces Rescue Hostage After Almost a Year in Captivity”
On Tuesday, August 27, the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) and Israel Security Agency announced the successful rescue of Qaid Farhan Alkadi, a 52-year-old man from Rahat. He had been held captive in Gaza for nearly a year following the October 7 terrorist attack. The rescue operation involved various elite units from the IDF, including members […]
Gunmen Attack Gadabuke Community, One Killed, Two Abducted in Nasarawa State
In a tragic incident in the Gadabuke community of Toto Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, gunmen killed one person and kidnapped two others. The attack took place early on August 25, 2024, around 2:00 am. The victim, identified as Garba Yakubu, was shot when the attackers stormed the home of Agaba Yakubu. Sadly, Garba Yakubu […]
Train Accident in Lagos Claims Man’s Life on Railway Track
A tragic incident occurred on Monday in Lagos when a man was struck and killed by a train. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) responded to the scene after receiving a distress call about the accident, which took place near the Cappa area around 6:00 p.m. According to Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary […]
Police Launch Investigation Into the Murder of Theresa Awuhe in Makurdi
The Benue State Police Command has begun investigating the murder of Theresa Awuhe, who was tragically killed by gunmen in Makurdi on the night of August 24, 2024. Theresa was returning home from her shop when the assailants ambushed her near the Villa Suite. Despite the violent attack, nothing was reported stolen, leading to questions […]
Borno State Finance Commissioner Found Dead in His Room
In a tragic development, Ahmed Ali Ahmed, the Commissioner for Finance in Borno State, was discovered dead in his room on Monday morning. Ahmed had not adhered to his usual schedule, which led to concerns and a subsequent forced entry into his room. There, authorities found him deceased. The exact cause of death has not […]
Tragic Attacks in Benue State: Six Dead and Thousands Displaced
In a devastating turn of events, the Iwari and Olagagbenea communities in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State have been struck by tragedy. Over the weekend, suspected herders invaded these peaceful communities, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The attacks began in Iwari village, where one person was killed, and several others […]
Sven-Goran Eriksson, Former England Manager, Passes Away at 76
Sven-Goran Eriksson, the renowned former England football manager, has passed away at the age of 76. The news was confirmed by his family in a brief statement released on Monday. According to the statement, “Sven-Goran Eriksson has passed away. After a long illness, SGE died during the morning at home surrounded by family.” Eriksson had […]
Bandits Abduct Over 150 People and Steal 1,000 Cattle in Gobir Community
In a heartbreaking development, bandits have once again attacked villages in the Gobir Emirate of Sokoto State, kidnapping over 150 people and rustling more than 1,000 cattle. This latest raid occurred only a few days after the tragic death of the Emir of Gobir, Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa, who had been abducted by the same […]
Erosion Destroys Key Bridge in Taraba, Cutting Off Communities
A vital bridge in Mayo-Kam village, within the Bali local government area of Taraba State, has been destroyed by erosion following heavy rainfall. This bridge was crucial for connecting various communities, including Gembu in Sardauna council, Baisa in Kurmi council, and Gashaka local government area. The collapse of the bridge has significantly affected travel and […]
Shiite Group Attacks Police in Abuja: 2 Officers Killed, 3 Injured
Two police officers have been killed and three others left unconscious after an attack by members of the banned Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shiites. The attack happened on Sunday at Wuse Junction in Abuja. According to a statement from Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the Shiite group assaulted a […]