4 h. ago Woman dies in truck, motorcycle collision on Badagry Expressway

A 26-year-old woman has been confirmed dead in a collision between a truck and a commercial motorcycle on Badagry Expressway. The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident on Monday in Lagos. The accident occurred at 1:00 p.m. on Monday at Ojo, located in the state’s Ojo area. “A fatal accident Read More

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5 h. ago Nine Passengers Killed, Others Injured As Bus Rams Into Truck Along Lagos

No fewer than nine passengers have been killed in a fatal crash that occurred around Ayetoro, along Lagos-Ibadan expressway. It was gathered that the horrible incident  happened on Monday, and injured three other persons. The accident which reportedly occurred at about 5:30 am involved a Toyota bus with number plate UYY165ZY and a truck with […] The post Nine Passengers Killed, Others Injured As Bus Rams Into Truck Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago UK: Why petrol, diesel car users will spend more than electric car users from March 1

Tribune Online UK: Why petrol, diesel car users will spend more than electric car users from March 1 Drivers in the UK may see higher travel costs as new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFR) take effect from March 1, following HMRC’s quarterly review of company car rates. UK: Why petrol, diesel car users will spend more than electric car users from March 1 Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Truck owners, MWUN threaten service withdrawal over alleged exploitation by Lagos traffic enforcement

By Steve Agbota The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), and the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) have issued a stern warning to the Lagos State Government over alleged exploitative and arbitrary enforcement actions by the Committee on Removal of Abandoned Vehicles and the Special Traffic Management […] The post Truck owners, MWUN threaten service withdrawal over alleged exploitation by Lagos traffic enforcement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago 2027 contest: Barau presents 61 cars, 1,126 motorcycles to APC in Kano

In what seems to an ongoing move towards positioning himself for the 2027 governorship contest, Barau Jibrin, deputy Senate president, read more 2027 contest: Barau presents 61 cars, 1,126 motorcycles to APC in Kano

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26 h. ago Sinotruk chairman visits Dangote truck assembly plant, refinery

By Moses Akaigwe     Dangote Sinotruk West Africa Ltd (DSWAL) has continued to receive very  high-profile guests at its assembly plant in Ikeja, Lagos, since the commissioning of the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) assembly lines in June 2024. This time, the largest CKD plant in West Africa played host to the Chairman  of Sinotruk […] The post Sinotruk chairman visits Dangote truck assembly plant, refinery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Deputy senate president gifts Kano APC leaders 61 cars, 1,136 motorcycles

The Deputy Senate President, Sen. Barau Jibril, on Sunday donated 61 cars and 1,136 motorcycles to the leadership of All Progressives Congress at the grassroots in Kano State. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the gesture aims to empower APC members and facilitate grassroots mobilisation for party activities. Jibril said during the presentation that Read More

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29 h. ago Outrage In Katsina As FUDMA Students Protest Killing Of Colleague By Vigilantes

Chaos erupted in Dutsin-ma town in Katsina State on Sunday as students of the Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) took to the streets to protest the killing of their colleague by vigilantes. The victim, Sai’d Abdulkadir, a 400-level Agricultural Science student, was shot dead after the commercial motorcyclist transporting him allegedly refused to stop at a […]

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36 h. ago Diesel shortage may cause nationwide telecom shutdown, ATCON warns

The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria has raised an urgent alarm over a diesel supply crisis caused by an ongoing strike by the Petroleum Tanker Drivers, a branch of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers. ATCON President, Mr. Tony Emoekpere, disclosed in a statement sighted by PUNCH Online on Sunday that Read More

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38 h. ago NDLEA arrests Thai lady at Lagos airport with boxes of illicit drug consignments

Tribune Online NDLEA arrests Thai lady at Lagos airport with boxes of illicit drug consignments An attempt by a 24-year-old Thai woman, Ms. Pattaphi Wimonnat, to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis weighing 46.60 kilograms, into Nigeria through Lagos International Airport has been thwarted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). She was arrested after the illicit consignment was discovered in her […] NDLEA arrests Thai lady at Lagos airport with boxes of illicit drug consignments Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Rolling Dollar’s Son Jamiu, Opens Up About Life After Mother’s Death

The first son of Zainab Olagunju, the widow of the late musician, Fatai Rolling Dollar, has said that life had been cruel to his mum which led to her death. His mother was said to have died last week Tuesday, February 11, 2025 and was buried the following Tuesday, February 18, 2025 in Ile-Ife, Osun […]

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39 h. ago Exploring The Power Of Colour In Nutrition: Health Benefits Of A Colourful Diet

Have you ever been encouraged to “eat the rainbow”? This isn’t just a fun catchphrase – it’s an easy and effective strategy to ensure a nutritious, well-rounded diet. The vibrant colours found in fruits, vegetables, and other natural foods are indicators of essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that play a key role in promoting […]

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39 h. ago NDLEA arrests Thai woman with 46kg of cannabis at Lagos airport

A 24-year-old Thai national, Ms Pattaphi Wimonnat, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency while attempting to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing 46.60 kilograms, into Nigeria.   The agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement released on Read More

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45 h. ago Truck Driver Dies After Being Struck By Detached Tyre On Lagos

A fatal road accident has led to the death of a pedestrian, named Auwalu Abdulkadir. The incident took place around 2:05 p.m. on Friday along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Reports indicate that the accident involved a Kia commercial bus with the registration number LAGOS MUS 200 YE. The driver, whose identity is still unknown, was driving […] The post Truck Driver Dies After Being Struck By Detached Tyre On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Transport

50 h. ago My nephew died in police custody after three days without bail – Benue man

Vincent Shagbaor, the uncle of the late Fabian Shember, who died in police custody in Benue State, speaks to TEMITOPE ADETUNJI about the tragic incident Who are you to the late Fabian Shember? Fabian was my nephew. Where are you from, and what do you do? I am from Torkula village in Benue State. I Read More

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50 h. ago Customs seek traditional rulers’ support to tackle smuggling

The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, said it is seeking strong collaboration with traditional rulers and other sister agencies to tackle smuggling and boost border security. The Customs Area Controller in charge of the command, Dr Ben Oramalugo, stated this during a two-day visit to traditional rulers and security agencies in Badagry, Lagos State. Read More

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51 h. ago Oncologists link pollution to higher cancer cases as 72,000 die annually

Senior healthcare professionals have raised concern over the high level of environmental pollution in the country, saying the development is contributing to Nigeria’s cancer burden. They explained that daily exposure to pollutants, including hazardous chemicals, vehicular fumes, and oil spills among others are increasing risks of cancer in the country. Speaking in a separate interview Read More

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51 h. ago State House earmarks N1.9bn for diesel as solar power plant delays

The Federal Government has allocated N1.99bn to procure diesel for the electric power generators for the State House in 2025. This comes amid delays in the FG’s solar power project initially slated to come on stream between December 2024 and January 2025. Sunday PUNCH gathered that the FG disbursed N88.75m for diesel within the first Read More

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54 h. ago Ogun Police Foil Kidnap Attempt, Neutralize Four Suspects, Recover Dangerous Weapons

No fewer than four suspected kidnappers have been neutralized by men of Ogun State Police Command in a foiled kidnap attempt. It was gathered that the incident happened on Thursday, along the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway while other suspects escaped with gunshot injuries. In a statement on Saturday by Spokesperson for the state’s Police Command, Omolola Odutola, […] The post Ogun Police Foil Kidnap Attempt, Neutralize Four Suspects, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago USA records first firing squad in 15 years as South Carolina inmate chooses it

A South Carolina Death Row inmate has chosen to die by firing squad, which would be the first time this read more USA records first firing squad in 15 years as South Carolina inmate chooses it

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