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Fire guts storey building in Ibadan's Sango area

A swift response by Oyo State and Federal firefighters prevented a major disaster after a fire broke out in a Sango, Ibadan residential building. No lives were lost. Learn crucial fire safety tips from officials.

Watchman arrested for murder at Gombe Government House

A 19-year-old casual watchman has been arrested for the murder of a borehole operator at Gombe State Government House. Police confirm the suspect was caught on CCTV assaulting the victim. Read the full details.

7 Gombe Villagers Die in Accident on Way to Wedding

A devastating road accident in Potiskum has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, while they were traveling to a wedding in Borno. The community and Governor Inuwa Yahaya mourn the profound loss.

7 Wedding Travelers Die in Gombe Road Accident

A fatal motor accident on the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, who were traveling to a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the devastating loss.

7 Killed in Yobe Bus Crash After Tyre Burst

A fatal accident in Yobe State claims seven lives, including two children, after a Sharon bus tyre burst. Police urge motorists to maintain vehicles and avoid speeding.

Trader Recounts Balogun Market Fire Start at 4 PM

A trader shares her eyewitness account of the Balogun Market fire, revealing it began with smoke around 4 PM. She criticizes the initial response and explains how her mother's warning saved her goods.

Lagos Tanker Explosion: 2 Dead, LASTMA Acts Swiftly

A fatal tanker explosion in Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos, claimed two lives. LASTMA officials prevented further tragedy by stopping bystanders from scooping spilled diesel. Authorities urge caution.

19 Dead in Plateau, Gombe Road Accidents

At least 19 lives lost in separate trailer crashes in Plateau and Gombe states. FRSC blames speeding, issues urgent safety warnings to motorists during festive travel.

Gombe Governor Dismisses 4 Aides for Assault

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has dismissed four aides following a probe into the physical assault of a councillor. Get the full details and official statement here.

Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget

Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.

Gombe Governor dismisses aides over councillor assault

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has fired four aides following a probe into the physical assault of Shamaki Ward Councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff. Read the full details of the investigation and the Governor's decisive action.

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