NRC Records Heavy Turnout for 50% Yuletide Train Discount
Nigerian Railway Corporation reports surge in passengers as federal government's 50% festive season fare discount takes effect from Dec 23 to Jan 4. Enhanced safety measures deployed.
Nigerian Railway Corporation reports surge in passengers as federal government's 50% festive season fare discount takes effect from Dec 23 to Jan 4. Enhanced safety measures deployed.
Nigerian Railway Corporation's 50% festive fare discount triggers heavy passenger traffic on major routes like Lagos-Ibadan and Abuja-Kaduna. The initiative runs from Dec 23 to Jan 4 to ease holiday travel costs.
A Toyota Hiace bus was hit by a train at Arena, Oshodi, Lagos. LASEMA confirms no casualties but significant bus damage. Read details of the emergency response.
Egypt begins construction on a 660km high-speed train linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, set for 2028 completion. Dubbed a 'Suez Canal on rails,' it aims to transform transport and ease Cairo's congestion. Read more.
A train collided with a bus in Lagos's Oshodi area. LASEMA confirms no deaths or injuries. Read details of the emergency response and cause.
A train collided with a commercial bus in Oshodi, Lagos. LASEMA confirms no injuries or fatalities. Preliminary report blames the bus driver's reckless driving. Full details inside.
Nigerian troops arrest two impersonating the Chief of Army Staff in Edo, foil a N15m oil theft, and rescue 69 kidnapped victims nationwide. Read the latest security updates.
Northern CAN has distributed rice, beans, and other food items to 1,000 vulnerable households in Kaduna's Chikun and Kajuru communities. The Christmas intervention aims to ease hardship for victims of banditry, widows, and orphans.
The final group of pupils and teachers abducted from St. Mary's school in Niger State have been released. Read the full story of their rescue and reunion with families.
Pastor Ezekiel Dachomo releases names of 12 Christians murdered by terrorists in Plateau State mining attack. Details on the victims and urgent calls for justice.
Tears flowed as 12 miners killed by suspected herdsmen were buried in Plateau State. The attack in Atosoh community has left many missing. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
A passenger train derailed after hitting a herd of elephants in northeast India, killing seven. No human injuries reported. Read about the human-wildlife conflict.
A knife-wielding man kills three and injures five in Taiwan before jumping to his death. Premier Cho Jung-tai reveals suspect had prior criminal record. Read the full report.
Suspected herdsmen killed 12 artisanal miners and abducted three in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State. Community leaders urge security action amid Christmas season warnings.
Naveed Akram faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder, for the Bondi Beach attack on a Jewish Hanukkah event. Police allege it was an ISIS-inspired terrorist act. Read the full details.
Nigerian troops record major successes against kidnappers in Kaduna and Plateau states, neutralizing 5, rescuing 4 victims, and foiling attacks. Details of the coordinated operations revealed.
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.
Gunmen attacked two communities in Sokoto's Sabon-Birni LGA, killing several and abducting many. The violence targeted a mosque during morning prayers. Read the full report.
Rivers State Police Command rescues five kidnap victims unhurt in Emuoha. CP Adepoju vows to track down fleeing cultists. Read the full report on the successful joint operation.
President Tinubu's adviser, Daniel Bwala, explains strategies for securing the release of kidnapped victims without paying ransom. Details on government stance and recent attacks inside.
Nigerian Army's nationwide security operations kill 8 terrorists, arrest 51 suspects, and rescue 27 victims. Major arms haul intercepted in Kaduna. Read the full report.
GRA Foundation and LASTVEB launch Cycle-to-School-Plus, distributing 500 bicycles to boost safety and access for students. Initiative commemorates UN World Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims.
Nasarawa police rescue 40 Malian and Ivorian trafficking victims from a Mararaba bungalow. Prime suspect apprehended, victims handed to Immigration for investigation and repatriation.
Senator Yemi Adaramodu denies FG paid ransom for Kebbi, Niger, Kwara kidnap victims. Security used persuasion, not money. Read full details on rescue operations.
37 kidnapped victims, including women and children, have been released in Katsina without ransom payment following successful peace negotiations with bandits in Bakori LGA.
Former Minister Chris Ngige recounts how gunmen dressed in security uniforms attacked his convoy in Anambra, leaving one woman dead and others injured. Read full details.
Despite Nigeria's security challenges, November brought hope as kidnapped schoolgirls, church worshippers, and a palm wine tapper were rescued. Read their survival stories.
Former Anambra governor Chris Ngige's convoy attacked by gunmen on Nkpor-Nnobi Road. One woman killed, multiple injuries reported. Full details and police response.
DSS operative reveals Tukur Mamu acted independently in Abuja-Kaduna train negotiations, benefiting financially from ransom payments. Case adjourned to 2026.
A DSS witness testifies that Tukur Mamu was not authorised by the Federal Government to negotiate with terrorists from the Abuja-Kaduna train attack. Read the full court details.