Many trapped as Ugo West Hotel under construction collapses in Jikwoyi, Abuja
A tragic building collapse has been reported in Abuja after a hotel under construction, identified as Ugo West Hotel, gave way in the Jikwoyi area. The incident has left several people feared trapped under the rubble. Eyewitnesses said the structure collapsed suddenly, leaving workers and others at the site buried in debris. The unexpected incident […]
65-year-old woman rescued as fire guts residential building in Ibadan
A 65-year-old woman has been rescued after a fire broke out in a residential building in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The incident happened on Friday evening in the Elekuro area, close to a primary healthcare centre. Quick action by operatives of the Oyo State Fire Service helped prevent the situation from becoming more tragic. […]
Expand anti-terrorism strikes beyond Sokoto – Tambuwal tells Nigerian Govt
Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has advised the Federal Government to expand ongoing anti-terrorism operations beyond Sokoto State to other parts of the country affected by insecurity. He said focusing on only one location will not solve the wider security challenges Nigeria is currently facing. Tambuwal explained that terrorist groups and armed criminals operate […]
Trump’s airstrikes: Nnamdi Kanu not safe in North, should be relocated – Ejimakor
Senator Ben Ejimakor has raised concerns over the safety of Nnamdi Kanu in Northern Nigeria following recent US military airstrikes in the country. According to Ejimakor, keeping Kanu in the North could expose him to serious security risks, given the heightened military operations in the region. The lawmaker suggested that Kanu should be relocated to […]
Lagos: LASWA, NIWA launch joint campaign to prevent holiday boat accidents
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) have started a joint safety campaign to reduce boat accidents during the holiday season. The two agencies said the end-of-year period usually comes with more passengers on the waterways, making safety awareness very important. Their campaign focuses on proper safety practices for […]
Troops foil robbery, rescue kidnap victims in Taraba
Troops operating in Taraba State have stopped a robbery attempt and rescued several kidnap victims during a recent security operation. According to reports, the soldiers were on routine patrol when they encountered armed criminals blocking a road and attempting to attack travellers. The troops quickly engaged the robbers, forcing them to flee and abandoning the […]
Unknown assailants murder two women, burn down house in Kano
Tragedy struck in Kano as two women were reportedly murdered by unknown assailants who also set their house on fire. Eyewitnesses said the attack occurred late at night, leaving neighbors in shock and fear. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the motive behind the brutal act. The victims, whose identities have not yet been […]
Troops arrest seven suspects in joint Benue–Taraba border operations
Security forces have arrested seven suspects during a coordinated operation along the Benue–Taraba border region. The joint mission, involving the Nigerian Army and other security agencies, was carried out to curb rising criminal activities and restore peace in communities around the border corridor. Officials say the suspects were linked to cases of armed violence, kidnapping, […]
Insecurity: NAFDAC warns chemical marketers against selling to unknown buyers
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to chemical marketers in Kebbi State. They are urged not to sell their products to unknown buyers. The warning was given by Alhaji Muyideen F. Suleiman, the State Coordinator of NAFDAC, during a one-day sensitization event in Birnin Kebbi. The […]
Bandits relocating to Oyo from Northwest – Makinde cries out
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has raised an alarm about bandits from the Northwest relocating to the state due to increased military activity in their region. He made this statement during the 2025 annual inter-faith service for workers in Agodi, Ibadan. Makinde explained that the ongoing military operations in the Northwest have forced bandits […]