Damboa, Nigeria – An early morning assault by militants linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on a Nigerian army base in Borno State’s Damboa Local Government Area resulted in the deaths of six soldiers on Sunday. According to military officials, the terrorists, armed with heavy weaponry, launched their strike just before dawn, … Read more
Abuja, Nigeria — A disastrous stampede occurred during charity events in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least 32 individuals, including children. The incidents took place in two separate locations over the weekend, sparking national mourning and calls for improved safety measures at public gatherings. In the southeastern state of Anambra, a crowd crush … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria — A tragic incident at a funfair in Ibadan, southwest Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of at least 35 children, with six others suffering critical injuries following a crowd crush on Wednesday. The local police confirmed these unfortunate events and have since made eight arrests in connection with the tragedy, which occurred at … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria — A tragic event unfolded at an Islamic high school in Ibadan, the bustling capital of Nigeria’s Oyo State, where a stampede at a religious festival resulted in the deaths of at least 32 people, mostly young attendees. The festival, which drew approximately 5,000 participants, promised attractive rewards such as scholarships and gifts. … Read more
ABUJA, Nigeria — A tragic stampede at a religious gathering in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo state in southwest Nigeria, has resulted in several fatalities and numerous injuries, according to local authorities. The incident broke out during a family-oriented event held at an Islamic high school, drawing a vast crowd of attendees. Governor Seyi … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria — A devastating stampede at a religious festival in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, has resulted in the deaths of at least 32 individuals, primarily young attendees, according to local officials. On Wednesday, as thousands of children and young people gathered at an Islamic high school to participate in … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria – A tragic incident occurred in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, where a stampede at a local party resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. The event unfolded late Friday when attendees gathered for a nighttime party held outdoors in an open space typically known for social gatherings. Authorities … Read more
Ibadan, Nigeria — A tragic stampede at a carnival in southwestern Nigeria resulted in multiple fatalities, many of whom were children, authorities reported on Sunday. The incident, which took place on Saturday evening in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, has shaken the community and raised questions about safety measures at public events. Local officials … Read more
Johannesburg, South Africa — Tensions escalated during a police operation in Johannesburg early Thursday when an officer was violently attacked by a man suspected of drug trafficking. The incident has sparked heightened concerns about the safety risks law enforcement officers face amid an intensifying crackdown on narcotics distribution in the region. The operation, part of … Read more
Abuja, Nigeria – The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of beloved Nollywood actor, John Okafor, known as Mr Ibu. His death came after a grueling battle with an illness that necessitated multiple surgeries. Emeka Rollas, the national president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria … Read more