7 Wedding Travelers Die in Gombe Road Accident
A fatal motor accident on the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, who were traveling to a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the devastating loss.
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Guinea's Junta Leader Doumbouya Runs for President
Mamady Doumbouya, Guinea's junta leader, is set to win a presidential election after barring opposition. Read about the vote and its implications for West Africa.
Police Inspector Commits Suicide in Niger State Custody
A Police Inspector attached to Niger State Government House has reportedly died in detention after arrest for alleged arms dealing with bandits. This is the second such incident in a week.
Diesel Prices Drop 2.57% Year-on-Year in Nigeria
NBS data shows a 2.57% year-on-year drop in diesel prices for November 2025. Discover which states paid the most and least for AGO.
Libyan Military Chief Dies in Turkey Plane Crash
Libya's top military commander, Major General Abdulrazek al-Nadhuri, and four others have died in a plane crash in Turkey. Get the full details on the tragic incident.
Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Libyan Army Chief Dies in Plane Crash
Libyan Army Chief of Staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, has died in a plane crash. The tragedy occurred as he returned from an official trip to Ankara, Turkey. Read the full report.
Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed
Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.
10 Dead in Plateau Road Accident
A tragic accident on Jos-Bauchi road claims 10 lives. FRSC cites speed and reckless driving as causes. Read the full report and safety warnings.
10 Dead in Plateau Road Accident Involving Trailers, Buses
A tragic road crash on the Jos-Bauchi road claimed 10 lives early Tuesday. FRSC confirms speed and reckless driving as causes. Read details and safety warnings.
Tinubu Begins Tour in Maiduguri with Obasanjo-Era Jet
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri to start a three-state tour, using a vintage government jet. He will inaugurate projects, attend a wedding, and visit Lagos for the Eyo Festival.
PINL Gives Free Medical Care, Palliatives to 800 in Niger Delta
PINL security firm provides free medical outreach and palliatives to over 800 persons in Bayelsa host communities. The initiative aims to secure pipelines and mitigate flooding impacts. Read more.
Air India Crash Sole Survivor Speaks on Trauma, Loss
Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the Air India crash that killed 241, details his escape, PTSD, and struggle to reconnect with family in a new BBC interview. Read his heartbreaking story.
NASCAR Driver Greg Biffle, Family Die in Plane Crash
Tragic details emerge as Cristina Biffle texted her mother moments before the crash that killed her, NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, their two children, and three others. Read the heartbreaking story.
Air India Crash: Victim Families, Survivor Get Compensation
Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.
Greg Biffle, Family Die in Plane Crash
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children tragically died in a plane crash in North Carolina. Read the full story and tributes.
Fuel Tanker Crash, Explosion Rocks Benin-Auchi Road
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Niger State Governor Sacks 30 Special Advisers
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disengages 30 aides to reorganise his administration for efficiency under the New Niger agenda. Read details of the strategic shake-up.
10 Dead in Mexico Plane Crash, 3 Children Among Victims
A private plane crash near Toluca Airport, Mexico, kills 10, including 3 children. The pilot reported engine failure before attempting an emergency landing on a football field. Read the full report.
Niger Gov Calls for Prayer for Kidnapped Schoolchildren
Niger State Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago appeals for prayers for the safe return of the remaining abducted pupils of St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. He made the call at a dinner with journalists.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Female arms courier arrested with 2,500 ammunition
Niger State Police apprehend a 35-year-old woman, Zuwaira Usman, transporting 2,500 AK-47 rounds. The suspect reveals a criminal network spanning Kaduna and Delta states. Read the full details of the interstate arms smuggling bust.
Two Dead in Sagamu-Benin Expressway Crash
Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.
Court Stops Sale of Embraer Jet, Orders Show Cause
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an interim order restraining the sale of an Embraer EMB-145LR aircraft. Justice M. A. Madugu granted the order and gave defendants seven days to respond. Read the full details.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Nigerian government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State earlier this year. Read the full details of the rescue operation.
Air Chief Visits Pilots After Niger State Jet Crash
The Chief of the Air Staff commended two NAF pilots who safely ejected after an Alpha Jet crash in Niger State. An investigation into the cause is underway. Read the full story.
Military Jet Crashes in Niger State, Pilots Safe
A Nigerian Air Force jet crashed near Karabonde in Niger State. Eyewitnesses confirm both pilots ejected safely before impact. No official statement yet. Follow for updates.
Military Jet Crash in Niger: NAF Explains Incident
A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed shortly after take-off from Kainji Base. Both pilots ejected safely, steering the aircraft away from populated areas. An investigation is underway.
Nigerian Air Force Jet Crashes, Pilots Survive
A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed in Niger State on December 6. Reports indicate both pilots survived after ejecting. The military has yet to issue an official statement. Read the latest details.
Military Jet Crashes in Niger State, Pilots Survive
A Nigerian Air Force jet crashed near Karabonde in Niger State's Borgu LGA. Eyewitnesses confirm both pilots ejected safely before impact. No official statement yet. Read the latest details.
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