38 h. ago Tanker fire claims lives, destroys vehicles on Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway

An unconfirmed number of people have died in a tanker fire accident that broke out around 1am on Friday along read more Tanker fire claims lives, destroys vehicles on Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway

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3 d. ago Truck Accidents Are Claiming More Lives Than Anybody Talks About

While traffic safety discussions often focus on drunk driving, distracted driving, and pedestrian accidents, a more devastating crisis lurks on our highways that receives far less attention. Large truck accidents are claiming thousands of lives annually, and the statistics reveal a troubling reality that demands immediate public awareness and action. The Alarming Numbers Behind Truck […] The post Truck Accidents Are Claiming More Lives Than Anybody Talks About appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Kogi: 20 feared dead, many missing in boat mishap on River Niger

Tribune Online Kogi: 20 feared dead, many missing in boat mishap on River Niger A boat mishap has claimed about twenty lives in the River Niger on Tuesday at about 4:30 p.m. in Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State... Kogi: 20 feared dead, many missing in boat mishap on River Niger Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Kwara killings: Don’t let map of insecurity fester – Atiku charges security agencies

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned Sunday’s attack on Ogbayo area of Oke-Ode, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State which claimed 12 lives, including the Baale of Ogbayo. A video which circulated on social media following the attack shows residents fleeing their homes in buses and tricycles. In a statement […] The post Kwara killings: Don’t let map of insecurity fester – Atiku charges security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Flood: Ebonyi disburses N100m, relief materials to 894 victims

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The government of Ebonyi State has disbursed N100 million to 894 victims of flood in Enohia Itim community, Afikpo Local Government Area of the state. Flood ravaged the community between July and August this year and claimed eight lives with houses, crops and other property worth millions of naira destroyed. The […] The post Flood: Ebonyi disburses N100m, relief materials to 894 victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Explosion At Defence Industries Corporation In Kaduna Kills Two, Injures Four

Tragedy struck on Saturday at the Defence Industries Corporation Of Nigeria (DICON) in Kaduna following a deadly explosion believed to have occurred during the production of gunpowder. The blast claimed the lives of two workers, including a military officer, and left four others critically injured. The incident happened at DICON’s factory located in the Kurmin […] The post Explosion At Defence Industries Corporation In Kaduna Kills Two, Injures Four appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NLC blames negligence, corruption for UBA fire, Lagos Island infernos

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned what it described as government negligence and corporate recklessness over recent fire outbreaks in Lagos Island, including the inferno that engulfed the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Afriland building, which claimed at least six lives. In a statement signed by its Acting President, Adewale […] The post NLC blames negligence, corruption for UBA fire, Lagos Island infernos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders

By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the families of those who perished in the devastating fire outbreak at Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, which occurred on Tuesday. The fire tragically claimed ten lives, leaving a community in mourning and highlighting the importance of emergency preparedness and response […] The post Tinubu, First Lady mourn victims of Afriland Towers fire, commend emergency responders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Afriland Towers Fire: FFS Commiserates With Victims, Launches Task Force On Building Safety

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire that engulfed Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, on September 16, 2025, claiming multiple lives, including staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and others. In a statement on Thursday, Controller General of the FFS, Samuel Adeyemi Olumode, commiserated with […]

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2 w. ago Elumelu Cuts Short US Trip Over UBA Staff Killed In Afriland Towers Fire In Lagos

Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Afriland Properties Plc, Tony Elumelu, has expressed deep sorrow over the fire outbreak at Afriland Towers in Victoria Island, Lagos, which claimed the lives of some members of staff on Tuesday. In a personally signed statement addressed to staff, Elumelu described the incident as devastating and […]

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2 w. ago Petrol tanker accident claims two lives on Ilorin–Jebba expressway

Tribune Online Petrol tanker accident claims two lives on Ilorin–Jebba expressway He emphasised the need for regular vehicle maintenance, strict adherence to speed limits, avoidance of night journeys where possible... Petrol tanker accident claims two lives on Ilorin–Jebba expressway Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Guardiola Puts Haaland Above Isak In List Of World’s Top Strikers

Pep Guardiola said Erling Haaland is “a little bit above” Alexander Isak as the Manchester City boss responded to Arne Slot’s claim that Liverpool’s new … Continue reading Guardiola Puts Haaland Above Isak In List Of World’s Top Strikers The post Guardiola Puts Haaland Above Isak In List Of World’s Top Strikers appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Diphtheria Outbreak In Niger State Claims Lives Of Children In Agaie, Bida

A diphtheria outbreak in Agaie and Bida Local Government Areas of Niger State has reportedly claimed the lives of at least ten children admitted at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Bida. According to Daily Post, the outbreak was first noticed over two weeks ago. Initial records indicated five deaths, but the figure later increased, with […] The post Diphtheria Outbreak In Niger State Claims Lives Of Children In Agaie, Bida appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Darajamal Attack: Shettima Assures Of Enhanced Military Operations Against Terrorists

Shettima expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Borno State over the incident that claimed the lives of civilians and military personnel. The post Darajamal Attack: Shettima Assures Of Enhanced Military Operations Against Terrorists appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Borno Attack: VP Shettima Consoles Families, Pledges Tougher Military Action

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Borno State over recent terrorist attack that claimed many lives in Darajamal community of Bama local government area. The Vice President reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Armed Forces to review security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware […]

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3 w. ago Borno killings: Nigerians paying heavy price in face of terror – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said the recent Boko Haram attack in Darul Jamal, Bama local government area of Borno State which claimed over 60 lives is a painful reminder of the heavy price Nigerians continue to pay in the face of terror. Atiku said this in a statement condoling with the […] The post Borno killings: Nigerians paying heavy price in face of terror – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘It’s Senseless Violence’, Atiku Decries Killing Of 63 Persons By Boko Haram In Borno

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent Boko Haram attack in Borno State, describing it as “senseless violence” and urging Nigerians to unite against terrorism. The attack, which occurred on Friday in Darajamal, a community along the Bama-Banki Road in the Sambisa Forest, claimed the lives of 63 people, including five soldiers and […]

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3 w. ago NCDC Issues Advisory As Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Claims 15 Lives

NCDC said surveillance had been heightened at entry points, healthcare facilities, and communities to prevent the spread of the disease. The post NCDC Issues Advisory As Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Claims 15 Lives appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 w. ago Amnesty condemns Boko Haram over fresh killings in Borno, urges govt to protect civilians

By John Ogunsemore Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned Friday night’s attack by Boko Haram that claimed 63 lives in Darul Jamal, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. In a statement released on Saturday, Amnesty said the vicious attack demonstrated the terror group’s contemptible disregard for human life. The group observed that the town’s people […] The post Amnesty condemns Boko Haram over fresh killings in Borno, urges govt to protect civilians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Aiyedatiwa Vows Justice For Victims Of Owo Attack, Pledges Fight Against Insecurity

Ondo State Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Saturday, pledged to secure justice for the victims of the June 5, 2022, terrorist attack at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo. The tragic attack claimed the lives of at least 41 worshippers, leaving many others seriously injured during Sunday mass. The suspected perpetrators have been arrested by the […] The post Aiyedatiwa Vows Justice For Victims Of Owo Attack, Pledges Fight Against Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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