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Many killed as tanker explodes in Niger state

On the morning of Saturday, January 18, a devastating tanker explosion occurred in Dikko, a town in Gurara Local Government Area, Niger State. The incident has left a trail of sorrow and devastation, claiming the lives of many people, including women and children. The tragedy began when a petrol-laden tanker fell and spilled fuel on […]

50-year-old Nigerian man dies in South African police custody

A 50-year-old Nigerian man, Jeremiah Okoye, has tragically passed away while in police custody in Limpopo, South Africa. Okoye, who had lived in South Africa for 22 years, was residing at 71 Magazyn Street, Polokwane, when he died under mysterious circumstances. The President of the Nigerian Citizens Association South Africa (NICASA), Frank Onyekwelu, confirmed the […]

Man With Ear Piece Crushed To Death By Train In Lagos

A tragic train accident occurred on Friday in Oshodi, Lagos, claiming the life of a middle-aged trader. The incident took place around 2 p.m. near the Arena Shopping Complex and attracted a large crowd of shocked onlookers. Witnesses reported that the trader was standing on the train tracks while urinating, wearing an earpiece in both […]

Fire engulfs popular hotel in Abuja

A devastating fire broke out at a popular hotel in the Garki area of Abuja early Wednesday morning. The fire, which began around 3 AM, caused severe damage to the property, with reports suggesting billions of naira in losses. The blaze was first noticed when a hotel guest, panicking, rushed to the reception in a […]

Well Collapses In Kano Town, Claims Life, Injures Two

A tragic event occurred in Gargajiga town, Minjibir Local Government Area, Kano State, on Thursday, when a well collapsed during repair work. The collapse claimed the life of one person and left two others injured. “Three people were involved: one inside the well and two outside. The sides of the well gave way, causing it […]

Auto-crash claims nine lives, injures 21 in Katsina

A deadly road accident occurred in Dankama, Kaita Local Government Area of Katsina State, resulting in nine deaths and 21 injuries. The incident was confirmed by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) through a statement from Sector Commander Aliyu Ma’aji, shared by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Shamsudeen Babajo. The crash involved a trailer transporting […]

Cross River Commissioner for Tourism dies after attending exco meeting

Tragic news has emerged from Cross River State as the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Robert Ewa, has passed away. He died on Wednesday evening, January 8, 2025, at Arubah Specialist Hospital in Calabar, just after attending the state executive council meeting. “As at the time of filing this report, members of the Cross […]

Mother, Baby, APC Leader And One Other Killed In Ondo Cult Clash

A tragic incident took place in Owo, Ondo State, on January 6, 2025, when a violent clash between rival cult groups led to the deaths of four people. Among the victims were a woman and her baby, who were reportedly hit by stray bullets during the exchange of gunfire. The other two victims were identified […]

Cross River: Fire razes Ogoja High Court

A fire has completely destroyed the Ogoja High Court in Cross River State, located in the Government Reserved Area (GRA). The fire started around 7 pm on Sunday, and eyewitnesses reported that nothing was left of the building by the time the flames were put out. The cause of the fire is not yet clear. […]