The Nigerian Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to support the payment of ₦200 million in compensation to the family of two-year-old Ivan Omhonrina, who was tragically killed during a National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operation in Asaba, Delta State, on July 13, 2023. The toddler was fatally struck by a stray bullet…
A devastating incident has occurred in Lagos, where a woman lost her life after falling into a 170-foot deep well at a construction site in Ijegun. The tragic event has sparked widespread concern over safety measures at construction sites in the state. According to eyewitnesses, the incident happened on Monday, June 30, around 7:34 p.m….
A devastating incident has shaken the Babcock University Community as a 200-level Social Work student, Verishima Unokyur, took his own life at his parent’s home in Mafoluku, Oshodi, Lagos State. According to reports, Verishima, 19, hanged himself with his tie. Before his tragic death, he sent a cryptic text message to his best friend, wishing…
A devastating accident occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Monday, July 7, 2025, leaving several passengers injured. The incident involved a commercial bus and a Toyota Camry, which collided before Adekunle Junction, inward Lagos Island. According to eyewitnesses, the commercial bus somersaulted multiple times after the collision, resulting in injuries to several…
The Ogun State Police Command has issued a stern warning against cult groups planning to mark the “777” Anniversary across the State. In a bid to prevent violence and disruptions to public peace, the Police have reinforced security operations across all Divisions and Area Commands. “We will not tolerate any attempts to stage unlawful gatherings,…
The Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Abuja has launched an investigation into the alleged negligence of eight healthcare workers, including four Doctors, two Nurses, and two hospital Attendants, following a viral video that showed road accident victims being left unattended at the hospital’s emergency unit. The hospital’s Head of Clinical Services, Dr. Bioku Muftau, confirmed…
The Ogun State Security Network, known as Amotekun, on Saturday foiled a robbery attempt following a swift response to a distress call from Akinale town in Ewekoro area of the state. A 28-year-old man, identified as Opeyemi Olusanya, was said to have been shot in the upper region of his left leg during the robbery…
As the Eid-El-Kabir celebration approaches, ram traders in Ogun and Lagos States are lamenting low patronage due to soaring prices and economic downturn. The prices of rams have increased significantly, with some traders reporting a 55.5% hike compared to last year’s prices. In the Ibafo market, trader Rabiu Abubakar expressed disappointment at the low sales,…
The Chairperson of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Hon. Surah Animashaun, has taken decisive action to address the ongoing monarchial crisis in Epe Kingdom by suspending the installation of the new Olu of Epe. The suspension comes amid claims by two individuals, Chief Adeniyi Kadri Odedeogboro and Chief Iskilu Olajide Ikuforiji, to the…
A devastating canoe accident occurred on Monday in Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State, resulting in the deaths of seven commuters. The victims were traveling from Gidan Husaini to Gwargawu village in Kambama Ward when the incident happened, sending shockwaves throughout the community. According to local authorities, the victims, all hailing from Gidan Husaini…
