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Grenade Blast Injures Soldier, Kids in Nasarawa

A female soldier and two children were severely injured in a hand grenade explosion in Maraba, Nasarawa. The device, left by a soldier years ago, detonated during identification. Read the full report.

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.

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.

10 Dead in Plateau Road Accident

A tragic accident on Jos-Bauchi road claims 10 lives. FRSC cites speed and reckless driving as causes. Read the full report and safety warnings.

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.

9 Dead in Gombe Road Crash Caused by Speeding Trailer

Nine people have died in a tragic road accident in Gombe State. The FRSC confirms excessive speed and brake failure caused the collision between a trailer and a Sharon bus. Read more for details and safety warnings.

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.

7 Nigerian Celebrities Who Narrowly Escaped Death in 2025

From horrific road crashes to terrifying home accidents, discover how Nasboi, Adesua Etomi, and other top Nigerian celebrities miraculously survived life-threatening incidents in 2025. Read their shocking stories.

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.

Plane Somersaults at Owerri Airport, 4 Injured

A Skypower Express Cessna 172 somersaulted at Sam Mbakwe Airport in Owerri. The NSIB confirms four occupants were hospitalised. Details on the emergency diversion emerge.

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.

Two Dead in Sagamu-Benin Expressway Crash

Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.

Truck Brake Fails, Kills Police Officer in Abuja

A police officer died and another was injured after a mixer truck lost control in Abuja's Central Area. The FCT Police Command has arrested the driver and launched an investigation.

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