Three Drown in Benue River on Boxing Day
A Boxing Day picnic at River Buruku in Benue State turned tragic as three fun seekers drowned. The community mourns as bodies are recovered. Read more about the incident and the river's notorious history.
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7 Gombe Villagers Die in Accident on Way to Wedding
A devastating road accident in Potiskum has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, while they were traveling to a wedding in Borno. The community and Governor Inuwa Yahaya mourn the profound loss.
7 Killed in Yobe Highway Crash Caused by Tyre Burst
A tragic road accident in Yobe State has left seven dead, including children, after a bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to prioritise vehicle maintenance to prevent such disasters.
7 Gombe Villagers Die in Accident on Way to Wedding
A fatal road crash in Potiskum claims seven lives from Lawanti village, Gombe State. Governor Inuwa Yahaya mourns the devastating loss. Read the full report and community reactions.
Fatal Accident on Nteje-Onitsha Road Claims Woman's Life
A woman died and four others were injured in a tragic accident on Nteje-Onitsha Road, Anambra. FRSC confirms speeding and tyre burst as causes. Read more on road safety.
3 Dead, 6 Injured in Yobe Road Crash
A tragic accident on Potiskum Road, Yobe State, has left three dead and six injured. Authorities cite a tyre burst as the cause. Read more and see safety tips.
7 Killed in Yobe Bus Crash After Tyre Burst
A fatal accident in Yobe State claims seven lives, including two children, after a Sharon bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to maintain vehicles and avoid speeding.
Grenade Blast Injures Soldier, Kids in Nasarawa
A female soldier and two children were severely injured in a hand grenade explosion in Maraba, Nasarawa. The device, left by a soldier years ago, detonated during identification. Read the full report.
11 Die in Katsina Car Crash on Christmas Day
A fatal accident in Katsina claims 11 lives after a speeding car's tyre burst. Police warn against overloading and reckless driving. Read the full report.
Lagos Tanker Explosion: 2 Dead, LASTMA Acts Swiftly
A fatal tanker explosion in Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos, claimed two lives. LASTMA officials prevented further tragedy by stopping bystanders from scooping spilled diesel. Authorities urge caution.
19 Dead in Plateau, Gombe Road Accidents
At least 19 lives lost in separate trailer crashes in Plateau and Gombe states. FRSC blames speeding, issues urgent safety warnings to motorists during festive travel.
Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Senate President Offers Jobs to Sons of Deceased Police Aide
Senate President Godswill Akpabio grants automatic employment to the two sons of his late police rider, DSP Hussani Ibrahim, who died in a Lagos-Ibadan expressway accident. Read the full story.
10 Dead in Plateau Road Crash on Jos-Bauchi Road
Ten passengers died and others were injured in a fatal road crash involving four vehicles on the Jos-Bauchi road. FRSC confirms speed and reckless driving as causes. Read more for safety advice.
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.
Akpabio's Outrider Dies in Lagos-Ibadan Road Crash
Tragic road accident claims life of Senate President's outrider, Hassan Husseini, just months before retirement. He leaves behind a widow and four children. Read full details.
Lagos Train Hits Bus in Oshodi, No Casualties Recorded
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.
Jarvis Shares How She Is Coping After Breakup with Peller
Nigerian TikTok star Jarvis speaks out on her painful split from Peller, using a Christmas tree metaphor to describe her healing journey. Fans flood her with support. Read her full story.
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.
9 Killed in Gombe Road Crash on Kaltungo-Cham Road
A fatal crash in Gombe State claims 9 lives after a speeding trailer lost control and hit a bus. FRSC confirms details and urges motorists to avoid excessive speed.
Lady Cries Out After Getting Stuck in Lagos Elevator
A young Nigerian home service worker shares her frightening ordeal after being trapped in a client's faulty elevator in Lagos for nearly an hour. Read her full story and public reactions.
Nine Dead in Gombe Trailer-Bus Crash
A speeding trailer killed nine people in Gombe State after a crash with a Sharon bus. FRSC confirms brake failure and excessive speed caused the fatal accident. Read more for safety advice.
9 Dead in Gombe Road Crash Caused by Speeding Trailer
Nine people have died in a tragic road accident in Gombe State. The FRSC confirms excessive speed and brake failure caused the collision between a trailer and a Sharon bus. Read more for details and safety warnings.
Lagos LAWMA Worker Killed by Reckless Driver
A female LAWMA street sweeper was killed by a commercial bus driver reversing illegally on a Lagos expressway. The driver fled but was caught by LASTMA. Read the full report.
LAWMA Sweeper Killed by Reversing Bus in Lagos
A female Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) street sweeper was fatally struck by a commercial bus reversing unlawfully on Meran Road. LASTMA apprehended the fleeing driver. Read details of this preventable tragedy.
7 Nigerian Celebrities Who Narrowly Escaped Death in 2025
From horrific road crashes to terrifying home accidents, discover how Nasboi, Adesua Etomi, and other top Nigerian celebrities miraculously survived life-threatening incidents in 2025. Read their shocking stories.
Singer Electrocuted by Microphone During Live Performance
Shocking moment singer Carlos Suarez is electrocuted by his mic on stage in Peru. He suffered burns but is now recovering. Watch the video and get the full story.
Two dead, three rescued in Lagos auto crash
A fatal accident involving a Silo Mixer truck and a Korope bus in Lagos has claimed two lives. LASTMA rescued three injured victims. Read more on the crash details and safety warnings.
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.
Two Killed in Lagos Truck Crash After Brake Failure
Two commuters died and three were critically injured after a speeding truck's brakes failed, causing a multi-vehicle pile-up in Lagos. The driver fled the scene. Read details.
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