Four critically injured in Lagos container truck crash
Four people were critically injured after a container truck lost control and crashed into a bus, two trucks and nine motorcycles at Mile 2, Lagos, LASTMA said.
Category : Public Safety
20 Abducted NYSC Members, Civilian Rescued in Imo
Security agencies rescued 20 prospective NYSC members and a civilian abducted in Imo State. The joint operation by military, DSS, and police freed all 21 victims, now receiving medical care.
AMAC Launches Emergency Helpline for Women, Girls in Abuja
The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has launched a dedicated emergency helpline to support victims of violence and abuse in the FCT, providing direct access to security, legal, healthcare, and counselling services.
IGP Deploys Commanders to Rescue 20 Abducted NYSC Members in Imo
IGP Olatunji Disu has deployed DIG Shehu Nadada and two Commissioners of Police to Imo State following the abduction of 20 prospective corps members on October 1, intensifying search-and-rescue operations.
Gunmen Kill 2 Miners at Plateau Mining Site Despite Curfew
Suspected gunmen shot dead two miners from Heipang District at a Plateau mining site near Kuru Jenta on Friday night, violating a government-imposed curfew.
FRSC Confirms 20 Dead in Plateau Multiple-Vehicle Crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed 20 deaths in a four-vehicle crash on the Hawan Kibo-Jos route in Plateau State, with brake failure suspected.
Kano Security Warns Emirs Over Durbar Ban Violations
Kano joint security forces threaten arrest of Emirs Sanusi II and Bayero over durbar ban violations, imposing 72-hour notice for horse-riding events amid fresh tensions.
One Killed, 3 Injured in Lexus SUV Crash on Lagos Coastal Road
A grey Lexus 350 overturned on Lagos Coastal Road, killing one and injuring three. LASTMA confirmed the crash and urged motorists to avoid speeding.
Oyo Agency Impounds 20 Cows in Two Ibadan Dawn Operations
Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority seized 20 cows in two dawn operations in Ibadan, enforcing the 2019 open grazing law after a farm petition.
Outrage in India as patient dies after ambulance stopped for convoy
Protests erupted in Assam, India, after a critically ill patient died following a 30-minute ambulance delay caused by police clearing the road for Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's convoy. Four officers have been suspended and are under investigation f
NiMet Forecasts Thunderstorms in 27 States, FCT on October 1
NiMet forecasts thunderstorms across 27 states and the FCT on Thursday, October 1, 2026, urging residents to stay indoors and avoid flooded roads.
Niger stampede kills 3, including IDP mother and daughter
At least three people died and several were injured in a stampede at Niger State Government House in Minna on September 29, after rumours of an N10,000 giveaway by Governor Bago. Two victims were IDPs from Shiroro.
Passenger dies jumping from moving bus to escape drunk driver
A male passenger died after jumping from a moving commercial bus in Lagos to escape an allegedly drunk driver. The bus crashed at Ogunlana Junction; LASTMA confirmed alcohol was suspected.
Nigeria Flood Alert: FG Lists 24 States, FCT at Risk
The Federal Government has issued a flood alert for 24 states and the FCT from September 27 to October 10, 2026, with critical-risk communities advised to prepare evacuation routes and secure essentials.
FAAN Raises Airport Taxi Vehicle Age Limit, Operators Protest
FAAN directs airport taxi operators to use vehicles from 2012 onward by October 2026. Operators warn replacement costs up to ₦18 million could force drivers out of business.
Tinubu, Armed Forces Praised as 1,000 IDPs Return in Benue
The North Central Youth Development and Peace Agenda praises President Tinubu and the Armed Forces as over 1,000 IDPs return to Benue homes following military successes under Operation Whirl Stroke.
Abuja Gas Explosion Rocks Kubwa, Rattles Dantata Estate
A car crashed into a gas store on Arab Road, Kubwa, Abuja, causing a powerful explosion that shook Dantata Estate, two kilometres away. A driver and a child were rescued and hospitalised.
NSCDC-Traders Clash in Jos: One Shot, Vehicles Smashed
A clash between NSCDC operatives and traders at Chorbe market in Jos North left one person shot and multiple vehicles damaged after a sanitation dispute escalated.
NCC DMS Rollout: Phone Prices Set to Rise as IMEI Registration Begins
NCC's Device Management System requires IMEI registration before phone sales, with validation fees up to N3,700, raising concerns about price hikes.
UK Lists 5 Armed Forces Categories Exempt from Immigration Control
The UK government has published guidance naming five categories of armed forces personnel, including reservists and NATO members, who are exempt from standard immigration control.
Six Die as Water Tank Collapses on Home in Enugu
A fallen overhead water tank crushed a home in Enugu's Awgu LGA, killing six including a couple, their three children, and a grandmother; a landslide delayed rescue.
Electricity workers issue 3-day ultimatum to shut down power nationwide
Electricity workers threaten nationwide shutdown after NAF personnel allegedly assault and arrest 10 JED workers in Bauchi over unpaid bills.
FG Threatens Two-Week Shutdown of Lagos Coastal Highway
FG will shut the Lagos coastal highway in two weeks if speeding, fatalities and security issues persist, says Controller Olufemi Dare.
ICAO 2026 Power Bank Rules: 2 Per Passenger, No Checked Luggage
ICAO's new power bank rules, effective March 27, 2026, limit passengers to two devices in carry-on bags, ban checked luggage storage, and prohibit mid-air recharging.
Australia Names One Country for Passport Travel Restrictions
Australia has announced travel restrictions on citizens of one country holding that country's passport. Details emerge as officials confirm the new policy.
Plateau imposes curfew in 3 LGAs after over 20 killed
Plateau State Government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu LGAs following attacks that killed over 20 people in 48 hours.
UAE: Refund for Family and Friends Visa Sponsorship Guarantee
Sponsors of family and friends visiting the UAE can recover a financial guarantee of AED 4,000 to AED 8,000 by submitting a formal request after visa cancellation or departure, provided no residency violations occurred.
Rubber, detergent: Why Lagos residents no longer trust fufu
Lagos residents say foreign objects and alleged detergent use in fufu processing have eroded trust, prompting many to make it at home or source it from outside the city.
Abuja Tricycle Fares Rise as Petrol Hits N1,450 per Litre
Commercial tricycle operators in Abuja have increased fares by N100 to N200 on several routes after petrol prices rose to between N1,410 and N1,450 per litre, following a N85 hike in Dangote Refinery's gantry price.
UK lists 73 countries needing airport transit visa in 2026
The UK has released a list of 73 countries and territories whose nationals must obtain an airport transit visa before passing through UK airports in 2026, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa.
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