Driver, assistant burnt to death, vehicles destroyed in Lagos gas explosion
A tragic accident occurred along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in the Sangotedo area of Lagos, leaving two people dead. The victims, a driver and his assistant, lost their lives after a violent collision triggered a gas explosion. Reports indicate that the incident happened in the early hours of Saturday when a speeding tipper truck rammed into […]
Lagos Task Force impounds eight vehicles for one-way driving in Ikorodu
The Lagos State Task Force, working with the Lagos State Mobile Court, impounded eight vehicles in Ikorodu for driving against traffic. The exercise targeted motorists who disregard traffic rules and endanger lives. The operation included on-the-spot prosecution, aiming to reduce risky driving and enhance safety for pedestrians, schoolchildren, and passengers in the area. Officials said […]
Driver in Anthony Joshua crash appears in court after being charged over de@ths of his two friends
The driver involved in the car crash that killed two friends of boxer Anthony Joshua has appeared in court following charges related to the fatalities. The incident occurred when the vehicle reportedly lost control, resulting in a tragic collision. Court proceedings revealed that the driver faces serious charges connected to the de@ths, and legal representatives […]
Man d!es, wife injured as granite-laden truck crushes car in Lagos
A tragic road accident claimed the life of a man and left his wife critically injured after a granite-laden truck overturned and crushed their Toyota saloon car at Eleko Junction along the Lekki-Ajah Expressway in Lagos. The incident happened in the early hours of Thursday, February 12, 2026. Reports indicate that the truck suffered brake […]
Court jails motorist over one-way driving on Lagos–Ibadan road
A magistrate court has sentenced a driver to two months in prison for driving against traffic on the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that the offender was jailed without the option of paying a fine after being found guilty of the traffic offence. According to the FRSC, the arrest happened […]
Police confirm kidnap of 14 passengers in Benue
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the kidnapping of 14 passengers by unknown gunmen. The incident reportedly occurred along a major road in the state, causing fear among residents and travelers in the area. According to police sources, the victims were travelling in a commercial vehicle when they were intercepted by armed men. The […]
No casualties as LPG tanker overturns in Kano
An LPG tanker accident along Zaria Road in Kano State ended without loss of life, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The incident happened on Sunday at Imawa area in Kura Local Government Area, a busy section of the highway often used by heavy-duty vehicles. In a statement released on Monday, the Fire Service […]
LASTMA arrests bullion van driver for driving against traffic in Lagos
Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have arrested a bullion van driver for driving against traffic on a major road in Lagos. The incident reportedly caused brief disruption and attracted the attention of other road users. According to LASTMA, the driver was caught moving in the wrong direction, an action that posed […]
Ogun begins traffic re-engineering on major roads to reduce accidents
The Ogun State Government has started a traffic re-engineering programme on major roads across the state to reduce frequent accidents and improve the flow of vehicles. The initiative focuses on redesigning accident-prone areas and correcting traffic bottlenecks that often lead to crashes. According to officials, the project includes installing proper road signs, redesigning intersections, creating […]
Slain FRSC officer, daughter buried in Osun
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officer who was recently killed alongside his young daughter has been laid to rest in Osun State. The burial ceremony was emotional, as family members, colleagues, and community members gathered to pay their final respects to the officer and his child. Mourners described the late officer as dedicated, hardworking, […]