22 h. ago PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims

Tribune Online PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims The National Secretary of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop David Bakare, has strongly condemned the killing of 16 travelling hunters intercepted by local vigilantes in the Uromi community, Esan North Local Government Area of Edo State. PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

At least 1,000 people have been confirmed dead, with 2,376 injured and 30 still missing, after a powerful 7.7 magnitude read more Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

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29 h. ago Edo In Kano Condemn Uromi Killing, Police Dispel Reprisal Rumour

Edo Community Association in Kano State has condemned the killing of travellers in Uromi, saying they stood with President Bola Tinubu and the Edo State governor in expressing sympathy with the affected families. The public relations officer of the association on behalf of their president, Dr. Patrick Agbaror, urged security agencies to properly investigate the […]

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45 h. ago Killing of Edo travellers unacceptable, says Northern coalition

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the horrific killing of 16 innocent travellers from Northern Nigeria in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State. The National Coordinator of the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, in a statement released to journalists in Abuja, described the killing […] The post Killing of Edo travellers unacceptable, says Northern coalition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Edo Community in Kano condemns Uromi killings, calls for justice

Tribune Online Edo Community in Kano condemns Uromi killings, calls for justice "The Edo Community in Kano sympathises with the Kano State Government, the families of the victims, and the general populace. Edo people are peace-loving and do not align themselves with those who engage in such heinous acts," Dr Agba stated. Edo Community in Kano condemns Uromi killings, calls for justice Tribune Online

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53 h. ago Edo travellers’ lynching senseless, tragic act – Kebbi lawmaker

A member of the House of Representatives representing Birnin Kebbi/Kalgo/Bunza Federal Constituency, Ibrahim Mohammed, has strongly condemned the killing of some travellers in Uromi, a community in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State, Edo State, calling for swift justice against those responsible. In a statement on Saturday, Mohammed decried the incident as a Read More

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54 h. ago Edo South constituents begin recall of Senator Imasuen, allege corruption

The constituents of Edo South Senatorial District and the Human Rights Community, on Friday, said they have lost confidence in the Senator representing the Area, Senator Neda Imasuen, over alleged failure, corruption, abuse of office and betrayal of public trust. The constituents said it has formally initiated the recall of the Labour Party Senator and Read More

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57 h. ago Tinubu, Northern Govs, Barau Condemn Killing Of Travellers In Edo

President Bola Tinubu, the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and deputy Senate president Barau I. Jibril have condemned the killing of some travellers of northern extraction at Udune Efandion community of Uromi in Edo State y. The president who expressed shock at the act in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga directed the police […]

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64 h. ago Mob Kills 16 Travelers In Edo Over False Kidnapping Allegations

Tragedy struck in Edo State’s Udune Efandion community as 16 travelers from Northern Nigeria were brutally killed. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters, were on their way from Port Harcourt to Kano for Sallah festivities when they were falsely labeled as kidnappers. A security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama confirmed the incident on his X […] The post Mob Kills 16 Travelers In Edo Over False Kidnapping Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Northern Govs’ Forum Condemns Mob Attack On Travelers In Edo

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has vehemently condemned the horrific murder of travellers from of Northern origin in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi in Edo State. The Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, made the condemnation in a statement by his media aide, Isma’ila Uba Misilli, on Friday. […]

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68 h. ago Northern govs condemn killing of travellers in Edo, demand probe

The Northern States Governors’ Forum has condemned the horrific murder of travellers from northern Nigeria in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State. The Chairman of the forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, described the attack as a gross violation of human rights, stressing that extrajudicial violence is entirely unacceptable and must Read More

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68 h. ago Edo constituents move to recall Senate panel chairman, Imasuen, over alleged corruption

Tribune Online Edo constituents move to recall Senate panel chairman, Imasuen, over alleged corruption The constituents of Edo South Senatorial District and the Human Rights Community on Friday declared a loss of confidence in the senator representing the area, Senator Neda Imasuen, over alleged failure, corruption, abuse of office, and betrayal of public trust. Edo constituents move to recall Senate panel chairman, Imasuen, over alleged corruption Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Arewa youth group condemns mob action against travellers/hunters in Edo

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has condemned the mob action against some Northerners who were travelling from the South-South and South-East to the Northern region of the country, which led to the death of 16 of them penultimate Thursday in Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State. A statement on […] The post Arewa youth group condemns mob action against travellers/hunters in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Ayakoro community in Bayelsa deserves governorship slot, Okpebholo says

Tribune Online Ayakoro community in Bayelsa deserves governorship slot, Okpebholo says  Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has said that the people of Ayakoro community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State deserve to produce the next governor of the state.. Okpebholo spoke as a guest during the 67th anniversary of Ayakoro Annual Festival (Eyal Obeyin) 2025 at Ayakoro community on Sunday. The News Agency of […] Ayakoro community in Bayelsa deserves governorship slot, Okpebholo says Tribune Online

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7 d. ago One feared dead as policeman opens fire in Calabar, injures two

Tragedy struck in Calabar, Cross River State on Sunday when a police inspector, whose identity remains undisclosed, opened fire near Atakpa Police Station along Watt Market Road, killing one person and injuring two others. Eyewitnesses recounted that the inspector had just returned from duty but refused to surrender his rifle, exhibiting erratic behaviour. As fellow Read More

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8 d. ago One dead, others injured in herders’ attack on Edo community

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin At least one person has been killed and others injured in Ukhun community in Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State by suspected Fulani herdsmen. This was made known in a one-minute, 30-second video currently circulating on social media platforms. According to the voice in the video: “Situation report, situation […] The post One dead, others injured in herders’ attack on Edo community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Oluremi Tinubu Offers Condolences To Families Affected By Abuja Tanker Explosion

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the Wife of the President, has released a statement expressing her condolences to the families of the victims of the devastating tanker explosion on the Abuja-Keffi highway. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday evening, has left many dead and injured. In her message, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu acknowledged the severity of the incident […] The post Oluremi Tinubu Offers Condolences To Families Affected By Abuja Tanker Explosion appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack

Tribune Online Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack Gunmen suspected to be armed herders have killed five people, including two soldiers, in a renewed attack on two Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack Tribune Online

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1 week ago BREAKING: Many Feared Dead, Cars Burnt As Explosion Rocks Abuja

A devastating explosion has rocked the Karu-Nyanya Road in Abuja, resulting in a massive inferno that has engulfed more many vehicles, with several people feared dead and severely injured on Wednesday evening. Eyewitnesses said the explosion occurred in three successive blasts, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky and causing widespread panic as motorists […]

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2 w. ago 59 people dead, 155 injured in North Macedonia nightclub fire

Tribune Online 59 people dead, 155 injured in North Macedonia nightclub fire Interior Minister Panche Toshkovski, speaking at a press conference on Sunday, said the fire was caused by stage effects that rapidly escalated. 59 people dead, 155 injured in North Macedonia nightclub fire Tribune Online

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