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Kaduna Anglican Diocese Confirms Death of Kidnapped Priest
The Kaduna Anglican Diocese has announced the death of Edwin Achi, a priest at Ebenezer Church in Ungwan Maijero, Chikun LGA.
Fire Razes Nnewi Factory, Destroying Millions Worth of Goods
A fire broke out early Wednesday morning at a factory in Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State, destroying property valued at millions of naira.
Eight Dead, Four Injured in Fatal Oyo Road Crash
Eight people have been confirmed dead, and four others are currently receiving medical treatment following a tragic road crash on Tuesday along the Oyo-Ogbomosho Expressway, near Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo State.
Fresh Panic in Kwara as Bandits Kidnap 11 Residents in Isapa
A new wave of insecurity has hit Kwara State, as at least 11 residents of Isapa community in Ekiti Local Government Area were kidnapped by armed bandits.
Petrol Tanker Explosion Claims One Life, Destroys Six Shops in Anambra
The incident occurred late on Friday, November 21, along Udoji Road, Ozubulu, near the Ekwusigo Local Government Area Secretariat. According to eyewitnesses, the tanker, which was transporting Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), collided with a car and a tricycle. The crash caused a spill of its contents, triggering a massive fire that quickly spread to nearby […]
Bandits Demand ₦100m Ransom per Victim After Kwara Church Abduction
You would recall that at least 30 people were taken during the evening attack, which also left three dead. A community leader, Olusegun Olukotun, whose relatives were among the victims, said the abductors had begun contacting families and grouping hostages according to their relations. He said he escaped through a window with one of his […]
Kebbi Community to Hold Special Prayer for Return of Abducted Schoolgirls
The district head, Muhammad Sanid Dantani, said the community remains traumatised and has turned to prayer as authorities continue rescue efforts. Armed bandits invaded the Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, on Monday and kidnapped 25 students. The attack occurred less than an hour after security personnel assigned to the school reportedly withdrew, a […]
BREAKING: Terrorists Raid Niger Catholic School, Abduct Students, Staff
Details remain unclear, but according to local reports, several students were taken during the late-night raid. A source from a Catholic church in the state confirmed the incident, saying the school was still trying to determine the exact number of victims. He added that an official statement would be issued later. The Niger State Police […]
Police Confirm Two Killed, One Injured in Kwara Church Attack
The assault targeted multiple locations, including a parish of the Christ Apostolic Church, where one worshipper was shot dead. Another victim’s body was later discovered in the nearby bush. The attack occurred around 6:00 PM on November 18, 2025. In a statement, the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed that police and […]
One of 25 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls Escapes
The girls were kidnapped early on Monday morning when gunmen stormed the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga town, Kebbi State. School principal Musa Rabi Magaji confirmed that one of the girls managed to escape and returned home late on Monday. Additionally, another student fled immediately during the raid and was not taken. “They […]