Category: News

A high-capacity commercial bus was engulfed in flames on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Tuesday, causing severe traffic congestion and disrupting movement across one of the city’s busiest transport routes. The incident occurred during peak hours, triggering panic among motorists and commuters. Eyewitnesses said the bus caught fire while in motion, forcing the […]

Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully rescued a retired army colonel who was abducted by suspected gunmen in Plateau State, following a coordinated military operation that thwarted a ransom demand reportedly set at ₦200 million. The retired senior officer was kidnapped from his residence by armed assailants, who later contacted his family and associates […]

Barely 48 hours after suspected terrorists killed more than 40 people in Agwara and Borgu Local Government Areas of Niger State, another deadly incident has been recorded in neighbouring Kwara State. In the early hours of yesterday, suspected terrorists launched an attack on the busy Isanlu–Isin–Omu Aran highway, a major route linking several communities in […]

The UK Metropolitan Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 23-year-old Nigerian national, John Temitope Onetufo, in London on New Year’s Eve. Police said officers were called to reports of a stabbing late on December 31, where they found Mr Onetufo with serious injuries. Despite the efforts of emergency […]

Aina Adesola has officially assumed duty as the 23rd Commissioner of Police in Delta State, promising to strengthen proactive policing and enhance security across the state. Speaking shortly after taking over the command, CP Adesola expressed commitment to intelligence-led policing, crime prevention, and rapid response to security threats. He emphasized that his administration would focus […]

At least 30 people are feared dead while many others were abducted after armed bandits attacked a village market in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The attack reportedly occurred on market day when traders and residents had gathered to buy and sell goods. Witnesses said the gunmen stormed the market in large numbers, […]

At least 25 people are feared dead after a wooden canoe carrying 52 passengers capsized in Yobe State on Saturday, sparking a desperate rescue operation. The accident occurred while the canoe was crossing a river in the state. According to local sources, the boat became unstable and overturned mid-journey, throwing passengers into the water. So […]

A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Stephen, the Parish Priest of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Boji-Boji Agbor, in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, has reportedly died after slumping while delivering a homily during Mass. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday during a church service attended by parishioners, who were thrown into […]

The United States has announced plans to access Venezuela’s vast crude oil reserves following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, according to statements made by former US President Donald Trump. Trump disclosed that American oil companies would move to tap Venezuela’s oil resources after what he described as a successful US-led military operation that resulted […]