Fire guts FIIRO office in Lagos
A fire broke out at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIIRO) office in Oshodi, Lagos, near Cappa Bus Stop. The incident started around midnight on Christmas Day and continued into the early hours of Boxing Day. Firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, working with the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), […]
Fire Destroys Shops In Abia Market
A major fire broke out at Afia Nkwo Market in Isiama Ohafia, Abia State, early on Friday morning, destroying several shops and goods worth millions of naira. Many traders who had recently restocked their shops in preparation for the busy Christmas and New Year sales were left devastated when they returned to find their businesses […]
Fire Guts Fonex Petrol Station In Akwa Ibom
On Saturday morning, a fire broke out at a petrol station in Itam, Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The fire, which consumed an entire truck filled with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), caused significant destruction to the station. Firefighters from the state fire service, with support from police officers, worked for hours to […]
Nigerian Police Confirm Fatal Stampede In Anambra During Rice-Sharing Event, Deploy Operatives To Okija Community
On Saturday, December 21, 2024, a tragic stampede occurred during a rice-sharing event in Okija, a community in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria. The event, organized to distribute Obijason Rice, turned chaotic as residents struggled to get their share. Eyewitnesses reported that over 100 people, including men, women, and pregnant women, […]
Youths Burn Down Only Primary School in Bauchi Community
In a heartbreaking incident, some unidentified youths have set fire to the only primary school in the Kandahar area of Bauchi metropolis. This unfortunate event has left many children in the community without a place to learn as schools are preparing to reopen in 2025. The fire broke out on Friday after a disagreement between […]
20 feared dead in Anambra community as rice distribution causes stampede
Tragedy struck in Okija, a community in Anambra State, as at least 20 people reportedly lost their lives in a stampede. The unfortunate event occurred on Saturday during a program organized to distribute rice to residents. Shocking videos shared on social media reveal the aftermath of the stampede, with several lifeless bodies seen on the […]
Scores die in Abuja stampede during Catholic Church food distribution
On Saturday morning, a tragic stampede occurred at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, leaving several people dead. The stampede happened during the distribution of food items meant for vulnerable members of the community. The unfortunate incident left many injured, with several victims rushed to nearby hospitals for medical attention. Witnesses reported that […]
Goods worth millions destroyed as fire guts Ibadan spare parts market
A devastating fire broke out early Saturday morning at the Araromi spare parts market in Ibadan, Oyo State, causing massive damage. The fire, which started around 2 am, destroyed goods worth millions of naira. Firefighters are still at the scene trying to contain the blaze, but the cause of the fire remains unknown, and investigations […]
Tragedy strikes as three policemen and a suspect lose their lives in an accident in Ondo during an attempted arrest
A devastating road accident in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, has left the community in shock. On Friday, three policemen and a female suspect lost their lives when a truck rammed into their vehicle. The police officers, part of the state’s monitoring unit, were traveling from Akure to make an arrest in […]
Fire Razes Anambra Timber Market (Video)
A fire broke out at the Ogbosisi Timber Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, on the night of December 18, 2024, causing significant damage to goods. However, there were no reports of any loss of life. Tochukwu Ikenga, the spokesperson for the Anambra State Police, confirmed the incident in a statement on Thursday, assuring the public […]