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Two Teenagers Drown in Ibadan's Apete River

The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.

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.

Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan

Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.

10 Dead in Plateau Road Crash on Jos-Bauchi Road

Ten passengers died and others were injured in a fatal road crash involving four vehicles on the Jos-Bauchi road. FRSC confirms speed and reckless driving as causes. Read more for safety advice.

Northern Elders Criticise Ex-APC Chairman, Back Gov Otu

Elders from Cross River North Senatorial District have publicly disowned former APC chairman Alphonsus Eba's remarks, calling them embarrassing. They reaffirm total loyalty to Governor Bassey Otu's administration. Read the full story.

Navy Saves 20 from Burning Ship off Calabar

The Nigerian Navy rescued 20 crew members after their vessel, MV Chimba Express, caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member remains missing as search efforts continue. Read the full report.

Gbolarumi Declares for Oyo 2027 PDP Governorship Ticket

Former Oyo Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi has officially declared his ambition to contest the PDP governorship ticket for the 2027 election. He is the first aspirant to signal interest, promising inclusive governance.

Nine Dead in Gombe Trailer-Bus Crash

A speeding trailer killed nine people in Gombe State after a crash with a Sharon bus. FRSC confirms brake failure and excessive speed caused the fatal accident. Read more for safety advice.

Alaafin: Only Oyo Throne Can Confer Yorubaland Titles

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, states that only the Oyo throne has the historical and legal authority to install chieftaincy titles bearing the name 'Yorubaland'. Read the full details.

Makinde Signs ₦892bn 2026 Oyo Budget Monday

Governor Seyi Makinde will sign Oyo State's ₦892 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law on Monday, December 22. The 'Budget of Economic Expansion' aims to drive growth and infrastructure. Read details.

KWAM 1 Meets Alaafin, Video Sparks Reactions

A video of Fuji star KWAM 1 meeting the Alaafin of Oyo at a wedding has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions amid his legal bid for the Awujale throne. Read details and netizens' comments.

Lagos LAWMA Worker Killed by Reckless Driver

A female LAWMA street sweeper was killed by a commercial bus driver reversing illegally on a Lagos expressway. The driver fled but was caught by LASTMA. Read the full report.

LAWMA Sweeper Killed by Reversing Bus in Lagos

A female Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) street sweeper was fatally struck by a commercial bus reversing unlawfully on Meran Road. LASTMA apprehended the fleeing driver. Read details of this preventable tragedy.

FG Issues Bakassi Deep Seaport Compliance Certificate

Cross River Governor Bassey Otu receives Federal Government's compliance certificate for the $3.5 billion Bakassi Deep Seaport, hailing it as a game-changer for Nigeria's maritime economy. Read more.

Oyo Assembly Passes N892bn 2026 Budget

Oyo State House of Assembly approves N892 billion 2026 budget, with capital expenditure exceeding recurrent spending. Infrastructure gets top priority. Read more.

Two dead, three rescued in Lagos auto crash

A fatal accident involving a Silo Mixer truck and a Korope bus in Lagos has claimed two lives. LASTMA rescued three injured victims. Read more on the crash details and safety warnings.

Cross River Enforces Vehicle Colours from Jan 31

Cross River State mandates all commercial vehicles to adopt state-approved colours and security numbers by January 31, 2026. Non-compliance will attract sanctions. The move aims to boost safety and uniformity.

University VC Urges FG to Build Bridge for Student Safety

Prof. Olanrewaju Olaniyan calls for urgent construction of a pedestrian bridge on the Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway to protect thousands of students crossing daily. The university also announces a historic convocation for 47,623 graduates.

Nigerians Call for Peller's Arrest After Accident

Following online streamer Peller's near-fatal car crash in Lagos, three Nigerians are demanding his immediate arrest for reckless driving and endangerment. Read their compelling arguments.

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