Sagamu town is gripped by fear due to ongoing clashes between rival cult groups. The situation has escalated to the point where residents are constantly apprehensive. The headquarters of Sagamu Local Government Area in Ogun State has witnessed a series of violent confrontations, resulting in significant loss of life. There have been at least four …
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A building with over 500 rooms collapsed in Lagos’ Ketu area. At least two people are now in critical condition at a private hospital. The building at Agboye Estate on Oduntan Street first partially gave way on Saturday. This happened after hours of heavy rainfall across most parts of Lagos. On Sunday afternoon, residents were …
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The Lagos State Government is sounding the alarm. Residents are being urged not to cross the Blue Rail line track. This warning comes as the rail line is about to commence operations on Monday. The Chief Press Secretary, Mr Gboyega Akosile, relayed this message on his official X handle. He stressed the importance of safety. …
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In a shocking incident, Isiaka Abdullahi, a tractor driver, wreaked havoc in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. He’s accused of causing damages amounting to N320m to the properties of two businessmen. The 72-year-old was presented before Magistrate Adeola Olatunbosun at the Yaba Magistrates’ Court. He faces four counts related to intentional property damage. The …
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A sudden collapse struck a building at Lagos Street in Garki Village, Abuja. From the wreckage, 37 individuals were rescued, while two sustained injuries. Nkechi Isa, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) spokesperson, confirmed this unfortunate event. The building had residential and commercial units and gave way on a Wednesday night. FEMA, alongside the Federal …
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The Nigerian Army has announced its intention to launch a traffic compliance campaign among its officers. This decision follows an incident where five unidentified soldiers assaulted a Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA) official. An online video depicts the soldiers, some with concealed identities, and two civilians attacking the LASTMA personnel. Despite the official’s pleas, …
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A tragic event unfolded in the Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State. Following an oil spillage caused by a fuel dump explosion at Okari Jetty, residents have reportedly collected dead fish floating on the water. The explosion occurred on Monday and was attributed to the mishandling of a hose used in off-loading Premium Motor …
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The Chairman of the Medical Guild, Dr Sa’eid Ahmad, revealed that an uncertified contractor installed the elevator malfunction leading to the tragic death of Dr Diaso Vwaere. During a news conference, Ahmad disclosed that the elevator failed to work at its unveiling in June 2021. The contractor blamed the failure on an inadequate power supply …
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A tragic incident occurred in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Sunday, claiming the lives of 20 individuals. The victims were reportedly collecting fuel from a fallen petrol tanker that had spilt its contents along Benin–Ore-Sagamu Expressway. An onlooker reported that a spark from a mobile phone ignited the fire, leading to …
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In the early hours of Saturday, a residential building on Cascol Street in the Ojo area of Lagos State was destroyed by fire following a gas explosion. The fire reportedly started after a camp gas cylinder exploded in the eight-room bungalow. Amodu Shakiru, the spokesperson of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services, confirmed the …
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