FG Demands Ban on Wooden Boats for Commercial Transport
The Federal Government calls on states to ban unsafe wooden boats for water transport, advocating for modern fibre and aluminium alternatives to prevent tragic accidents. Read more.
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Gambia intercepts 782 illegal migrants after boat tragedy
Gambia intercepts 782 migrants in major crackdown following a deadly New Year's Eve boat capsizing. Details on the operation and the ongoing West African migration crisis.
Experts: Why Road Safety Campaigns Fail in Nigeria
Experts reveal why awareness campaigns are failing to curb Nigeria's deadly road crashes, with over 41,000 annual fatalities. Discover the systemic failures and urgent solutions needed.
Aptech Nigeria Launches AI Career Program with Internships
Aptech Nigeria launches a new AI Career Program offering tech skills, paid internships, and pathways to international degrees. Learn how to apply for this job-ready training.
Boat Capsizes in Yobe, Claims 29 Lives
A tragic boat accident in Yobe State has claimed 29 lives, including two sisters. The canoe capsized while traveling from Jigawa. Read the full details and community impact.
Wizkid Becomes Honorary Member of Lagos Motor Boat Club
Nigerian superstar Wizkid receives honorary membership at Lagos Motor Boat Club after NYE performance. See fan reactions and what this means for his legacy.
29 Dead in Yobe Boat Mishap, Search for 11 Continues
Governor Mai Mala Buni mourns 29 victims of the Nguru boat capsizing. Rescue teams search for 11 missing persons. Read the latest on the tragic accident and state response.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
Death toll in Yobe boat accident rises to 29. Governor Mai Mala Buni orders strict new safety rules for river travel and provides support for victims' families. Read the latest updates.
Yobe Boat Accident Death Toll Rises to 29
The death toll from the Yobe boat accident has risen to 29. Search and rescue efforts continue as authorities cite overloading and structural defects as causes. Read the full report.
Boat Capsize on Yobe-Jigawa Border Claims 25 Lives
A tragic boat accident on the Kumadugu/Yobe River has left 25 feared dead and 14 missing. Overloading and poor visibility are blamed. Read about the ongoing rescue efforts.
25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe State Boat Accident
A devastating boat accident in Yobe State's Nguru LGA has claimed 25 lives, with 14 passengers still missing. Rescue operations continue as Governor Buni mourns the loss.
25 Dead, 14 Missing in Yobe Canoe Tragedy
A canoe carrying 52 capsized in Yobe State, leaving 25 dead and 14 missing. Search operations continue. Read the full report on the Nguru waterway tragedy.
Man Shares Last Words of Friend Who Died in Boat Mishap
A Nigerian man, Chamberlain Chimeremeze, mourns his friend Ella, who died in a boat accident. He shares their last conversation and worries for her son, Leo. Read the heartbreaking story.
Two Killed in Netherlands New Year's Eve Fireworks Chaos
Two people died in separate fireworks incidents in the Netherlands on New Year's Eve. A historic Amsterdam church was also destroyed in a massive blaze. Read the full report.
Six dead, four rescued in Lagos boat mishap
A passenger boat accident in Lagos has left six dead and four rescued. Authorities are searching for missing persons after the vessel hit a submerged object. Read the latest updates.
Speed Violations Lead Nigeria's 2025 Road Crash Surge
NBS data reveals a 9.4% rise in Nigerian road accidents in Q2 2025, with speeding as the primary cause. Over 1,200 fatalities reported as FRSC launches Ember Months safety campaign.
U.S. Visa Ban Threatens Nigeria-US Air Travel, Airlines Warn
Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
Trump Orders US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
75 Boat Operators Trained for Safer Inland Waterways
The Federal Government, through NIWA, has trained 75 boat drivers from Lagos, Ogun, and Ondo states in navigation and safety to curb accidents. This initiative aims to boost professionalism on Nigeria's inland waterways.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi Tackles Leaders Over Nigeria's Insecurity Wave
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
Trump threatens aid cut over Nigeria Christian killings
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
Trump Threatens Military Action in Nigeria Over Genocide Claims
US President Donald Trump reiterates anger over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, threatens to cut aid and launch military action. Nigerian government rejects claims.
Trump Calls Nigeria 'A Disgrace' Over Violence
Former US President Donald Trump escalates criticism of Nigeria, calling it a 'disgrace' over Christian killings. He threatens to cut subsidies and take military action. Read more.
Top 7 Christmas Perfume Gifts Under ₦100,000
Discover 7 luxurious perfume gifts under ₦100,000 perfect for Christmas in Nigeria. From Beguile to Zara, find scents that impress without breaking your budget.
US Weighs Sanctions Against Nigeria Over Violence
The United States considers sanctions against Nigeria alleging inadequate protection of Christian communities. Read about the diplomatic tensions and potential consequences.
MSF expands diphtheria response in Northern Nigeria
Médecins Sans Frontières escalates diphtheria intervention across Borno, Kano, and Bauchi states amid rising cases. Learn how the health crisis is unfolding and what's needed to contain it.
US Congressman: Christians Persecuted in Nigeria
US Congressman declares severe Christian persecution in Nigeria, cites 17,000 deaths since 2019, questions US aid, and links crisis to Nnamdi Kanu's detention despite court orders.
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