Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu debunks rumours of a rift with Ogun's Dapo Abiodun, confirming a cordial relationship. He also confirms 8 fatalities in the Christmas Eve GNI Building fire, ordering demolition of unsafe structures.
The wife of trader Nze Obum shares a final dance video after he died in the Great Nigeria Building fire in Lagos. Read the emotional story and the online outcry over the tragedy.
Nigeria's Federal Fire Service calls for private sector investment to boost public safety, trains 7,400 citizens. Newly decorated officers urged to lead with innovation.
Governor Charles Soludo reacts to the tragic Lagos fire that killed three brothers from Anambra on Christmas Eve. Read details of the incident and the call for safety.
The Omatu brothers who died in the Great Nigeria Insurance House fire will be buried in Anambra on January 14. Get details on the ceremony and the tragic Lagos Island blaze.
The Omatu family has announced burial arrangements for three brothers who died in the Great Nigeria Insurance House fire. The service of songs is on January 7, with burial in Anambra on January 14.
Family and community mourn Stephen, Casmir, and Collins Omatu, killed in the Great Nigeria Insurance building fire. The tragedy raises urgent fire safety concerns in Lagos. Read more.
A family announces a service of songs for three orphaned brothers who tragically died in the Great Nigeria Insurance House fire in Lagos. Read their heartbreaking story.
NSCDC Benue Command arrests six for vandalizing critical power cables. Commandant warns criminals, commends community collaboration. Suspects to face prosecution.
A fire broke out at the Katangowa pipeline corridor in Abule Egba, Lagos on Monday. Thick smoke caused panic before firefighters contained the blaze. No casualties reported. Read more.
A fire at the Katangowa pipeline corridor in Abule Egba, Lagos, caused panic before firefighters contained it. No casualties were reported. Authorities warn residents to avoid pipeline areas.
A fire at the IBB Way injection substation in Katsina has disrupted electricity supply to several areas including GRA and Kofar Kaura. KEDCO's team is assessing damage and working on restoration.
The wife of Nze Obum, a cloth merchant who died in the Great Nigeria Insurance House fire, breaks her silence. She shares their last dance video and an emotional tribute. Read the full story.
A fire outbreak at the Mobile Police 13 facility in Makurdi has destroyed offices and an armoury. Police confirm incident, investigation ongoing. Get the latest details.
A major fire gutted the Mobile Police 13 unit office complex in Makurdi on Sunday morning. No casualties reported, but the status of the armoury remains undisclosed. Read the full report.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu confirms 8 fatalities in the GNI building fire, orders demolition of unsafe structures. DNA tests needed for 3 victims. Read the latest updates.
Great Nigeria Insurance Plc clarifies its position on the Martins Street fire, revealing a legal dispute with the Shitta-Bey family. The insurer confirms its operations are unaffected. Read the full details.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu confirms eight fatalities in the Christmas Eve GNI building fire, orders demolition of unsafe structures. Read the latest updates on the tragic incident.
A devastating fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left at least 40 dead and 115 injured. Many victims are teenagers. Read the latest updates and official reactions.
French footballer Tahirys Dos Santos suffers severe burns in a deadly New Year's fire at a Swiss ski resort nightclub that killed over 40 people. Read the full report on the tragedy.
A devastating fire on New Year's Day destroyed the popular Ozyet Suya spot in Abuja's River Park Garden. Property worth millions lost. Read more on the incident and safety calls.
The Lagos State Government confirms six fatalities and 13 injuries from the Greater Nigeria Insurance House fire. Three victims were burnt beyond recognition. Get the full update.
Nigerian soldiers threatened reporters from The Guardian, Punch, and seized an AIT camera while covering the Arena Market fire in Lagos. Read the full report on the incident and fire damage.
A New Year's Day fire gutted four electronics shops in Ikotun, Lagos, destroying millions in goods. Quick action by neighbours and firefighters saved the building. No casualties were reported.
A devastating fire razed Moore Pharmaceutical Store and other shops in Jalingo's Michelin area on Jan 1, 2026. No casualties, but traders face ruin. Read more and see how to help.
The Lagos State Government confirms another body recovered from the GNI building fire site on Lagos Island. Get the latest updates on casualties and the ongoing investigation.
Rescue operations at the GNI building fire in Lagos enter day 8 as emergency responders recover another body. Get the latest official update on casualties and injuries.
Heartbreaking details emerge as China-based trader Nze Obum made desperate calls from under rubble after the Great Nigeria House fire at Balogun Market. Read the full story.
A devastating fire has razed sections of the Arena Market in Oshodi, Lagos, causing massive losses for traders. This comes just a week after the Balogun Market inferno. Read the full report.
The Building Collapse Prevention Guild raises alarm over systemic fire safety failures in Lagos Island skyscrapers after the Great Nigeria Insurance inferno. Urgent government action demanded.