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Police rescue abducted twins after father’s brutal killing in Edo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of 16-year-old twins, Emmanuel and Emmanuella Okhale, who were abducted by…

New Year Eve’s Tragedy! One dead, 87 injured in trailer crash

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Tragedy struck on New Year’s Eve in Yobe State as one person lost his life and no fewer than 87…

Fire engulfs shops at popular Lagos market

Paul Dada

3 months ago

An investigation into the cause of the fire will be conducted in due course, and further updates will be provided…

Suspected Rape of Minor: Police make arrest in Oyo

Paul Dada

3 months ago

Police said preliminary findings showed that the suspect allegedly assaulted the minor after giving her an intoxicating drink. The suspect…

Court Orders Forfeiture of ₦1.1bn in Explosive Kano Funds Scandal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

The funds, amounting to ₦1,109,230,000, were said to have been recovered during investigations into an ICPC petition alleging illegal withdrawals…

14 suspected traffic robbers in Lagos police net

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Lagos Police Command reassured residents and commuters of its resolve to sustain aggressive patrols and operations to ensure the safety…

Orokere Amuro Day: Culture, unity on display, as community seeks growth

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

The dignitaries, who spoke at the event, emphasised the need for community unity to enhance security, and urged the people…

Explosion hits Kebbi hospital, police launch investigation

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

An explosion hit the General Hospital in Bagudo, Kebbi State, in the early hours of Tuesday, causing panic in the…

Tinubu sends powerful message to Anthony Joshua after Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

By Kazeem Ugbodaga President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua following the tragic road…

FCT patrol nets three for sabotaging public assets

Paul Dada

3 months ago

“It is our responsibility to protect critical infrastructure and amenities such as crash barriers, roads, bridges, manhole covers, telecommunication and…

Ogun breaks silence after Anthony Joshua crash claims two lives

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Expressing condolences to the bereaved families, the state government said the loss of lives was devastating and unacceptable, even as…

Man, 47, arraigned for allegedly assaulting girlfriend

Abimbola Aderinola

3 months ago

Akinloye alleged that the defendant punched his girlfriend on the face and left hand, adding that this caused her harm.…

Troops nab 19 oil thieves, dismantle 22 illegal bunkering sites in Rivers, Bayelsa

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

A similar operation was conducted at Orashi Forest in Abua/Odual LGA, where troops traced a long hose which spanned over…

NiMet predicts sunny, cloudy atmosphere across Nigeria

Abimbola Aderinola

3 months ago

‎According to MiMet, sunny skies with a few patches of clouds are anticipated over the central region throughout the forecast…

“I was dragged, beaten severely,” Don Pedro Obaseki narrates ordeal

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Don Pedron Obaseki said the youths, who he described as 'assailants' some of who were armed with guns, kidnapped and…

Tragedy: Lagos accident leaves one child dead, four hospitalised

Paul Dada

3 months ago

The vehicle and victims sustained varying degrees of damage and injuries. The Lexus Jeep was later evacuated by a private…

Tragic! Two pensioners in their 80s die in house fire

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Tragedy struck the seaside village of Easkey in County Sligo, Ireland, on Sunday as two pensioners in their 80s lost…

Childhood friend allegedly hacks Europe-based man to death in Edo

Paul Dada

3 months ago

“He was rushed to the hospital for treatment, where he was confirmed dead. The suspect, after committing the crime, absconded…

How man killed childhood friend during housewarming in Edo

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Tragedy struck an otherwise joyful Christmas celebration in Edo State after a man allegedly killed his childhood friend during a…

Eyo Festival Projects Nigeria’s Cultural Wealth to the World – Tinubu

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Sanwo-Olu added that beyond its cultural depth, the Eyo Festival projects Lagos to a global audience, stimulates tourism, creates economic…

Breaking: Popular food vendor Aunty Esther is dead

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Popular food shopper, widely known as Aunty Esther, has passed away.

Many feared dead as explosion hits Zamfara highway

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Many travellers are feared dead following a suspected bomb explosion on the Yar’Tasha–Dansadau road in Maru Local Government Area of…

Epe youths, residents call on LASG to end Obaship crisis

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Amid growing concern, youth groups and religious organisations have written formal petitions to the state government, urging immediate action and…

Police gun down suspected robber in Nasarawa

Paul Dada

3 months ago

Rahman Nansel, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Lafia on Saturday.

Important Lagos bridge shut over fallen trucks

Paul Dada

3 months ago

“Recovery of the two 20-ft loaded containerised vehicles is ongoing. A high-capacity crane and flatbed trucks are on the ground.…

VIDEO: Eyo festival returns with powerful, colourful display in Lagos

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

The Eyo Festival, popularly known as the Adamu Orisha Play, returned to Lagos on Saturday with a powerful and colourful…

Armed robber nabbed in Anambra after victim resists attack

Paul Dada

3 months ago

He said that at the scene, police met the victim struggling with the suspect over the firearm, adding that with…

Gombe auto crash claims seven lives,

Paul Dada

3 months ago

He said the loss had shaken the community deeply, noting that “no words can adequately console families who have lost…

Police foil kidnap plot, arrest brothers in Adamawa

Paul Dada

3 months ago

“On 26th December 2025, the Command received a complaint from Emmanuel Daniel, a resident of Sagal Village, who reported that…

Carnival Calabar kicks off with vibrant cultural parade

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Ikechi Uko, organiser of the AKWAABA African Travel and Tourism Market said the entire carnival was deliberately designed to spotlight…

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