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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.

Major Arms Cache Recovered in Kogi, Says Gov Ododo

Kogi Governor Usman Ododo credits President Tinubu's security reforms for a major arms recovery in Lokoja. The haul includes dozens of rifles and hundreds of ammunition rounds. Read more.

Ododo Recovers Arms Cache, Vows Anti-Terror War

Kogi Governor Ahmed Ododo announces recovery of major arms cache in joint security operation. He vows total war on terror following meeting with President Tinubu. Read details.

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.

Kogi LG Bans Vigils, Imposes 7pm-6am Curfew

Omala LGA in Kogi State declares a strict dusk-to-dawn curfew across all 11 wards, banning all-night vigils. Read the full details and security measures announced by the chairman.

Natasha Akpoti is Nigeria's Most Searched in 2025

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan leads Google's 2025 Year in Search for Nigeria. Discover the top trends in politics, entertainment, and culture that captured the nation's attention.

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.

Police Officer Killed in Abuja Road Accident

A Federal Capital Territory Police officer died, and another was injured in a crash involving a mixer truck on Sani Abacha Expressway. The driver is in custody as investigations continue.

Stray Bullets Kill Two Protesters in Kogi Community

Two youths died after being hit by stray bullets fired by security operatives during a protest in Kogi's Irunda-Ile community. The clash followed a deadly bandit attack earlier that day. Read the full report.

Multiple Accident Claims Two Lives in Enugu

FRSC confirms two fatalities and nine injuries in a major pile-up involving 11 vehicles on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway. Rescue operations coordinated by multiple agencies.

4 Pupils Die in Kogi School Truck Accident

Tragedy strikes Egbolo, Kogi as a truck carrying schoolchildren plunges into a river. Four confirmed dead. Community mourns, calls for government action on road safety.

Troops Rescue 6 Ejiba Church Kidnap Victims

Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi State. Read the full details of the successful joint operation here.

Kogi: No Negotiation with Bandits, ₦820bn Budget for 2026

Kogi State government declares zero-tolerance for bandit negotiations. Commissioner Kingsley Fanwo states the state has the capacity to confront criminals. Governor Ododo submits a ₦820.49 billion 'Budget of Shared Prosperity' for 2026.

Troops Rescue 6 Victims from Kogi Church Attack

Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Kogi. In a separate operation, a major drug haul was intercepted. Read the full report.

Kogi West Endorses Ododo for Second Term

Political and traditional leaders in Kogi West endorse Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for a second term in 2027 and announce a new Zonal Security Joint Task Force to combat banditry. Read the full communique.

Troops nab driver, seize 276kg cannabis in Kogi

Nigerian Army troops in Kogi intercept a vehicle with 306 parcels of cannabis, arrest fleeing driver. A major blow to drug networks linked to banditry. Read the full details.

Kogi Highway Gun Battle Leaves Travellers Stranded

A fierce gunfight between security forces and bandits on the Oshokoshoko-Obajana highway trapped commuters for hours. This incident follows a recent church attack in the state. Read details and public reactions.

Man narrates escape from kidnappers in Kogi

A Nigerian man recounts his daring escape from kidnappers who attacked a bus in Kogi. He reveals crossing 7 rivers and shocking local collusion. Read his full story.

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