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Four Qur'anic Pupils Die from Suspected Food Poisoning in Kano
Four Qur'anic school pupils died in Kano after suspected food poisoning. The incident occurred after they ate contaminated food.
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Akwa Ibom governor focuses on tourism projects while assembly rehabilitation lags behind
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has been empty for nine months due to slow rehabilitation. Meanwhile, tourism projects are moving forward with significant funding.
Politics
Senator Oyewumi condemns attacks on Accord Party leaders in Osun
Senator Lere Oyewumi has condemned the attacks on Accord Party leaders in Osun. He visited affected homes and emphasized the need for tolerance in democracy.
Metro
Nigerian Man Caught with Drugs in Vietnam
A Nigerian man was arrested in Vietnam after customs found 2kg of drugs hidden in a package. The drugs were discovered at the Lao Bao International Border Gate.
Metro
NDLEA destroys N301bn worth of drugs, arrests 10 in Edo
The NDLEA has destroyed over 329,000 kg of illegal drugs valued at N301 billion in Lagos. The operation highlights Nigeria's fight against drug-related crime.
Metro
Power Restored to Ogun Communities After Long Blackout
Residents in Ogun State celebrate the restoration of electricity after an 11-month blackout. IBEDC repaired the transformers, bringing much-needed relief.
Metro
One dead, another hurt in truck crash on Benin-Ore Expressway
A crash on the Benin-Ore Expressway resulted in one death and one injury. The accident involved two trucks and was attributed to excessive speeding.
Metro
Ekiti Police Search for Missing 19-Year-Old Woman
The Ekiti State Police are looking for Dandam Happiness, a 19-year-old woman missing since August 10, 2026. The police urge anyone with information to help.
Metro
Ogun shuts down company for illegal waste dumping and burning
Ogun State has shut down Quantum Packaging for illegal waste dumping and burning. The company violated environmental laws aimed at protecting public health.
Metro
Lagos Residents Avoid Pedestrian Bridges, Risking Their Lives
Lagos residents are avoiding pedestrian bridges, choosing to cross busy roads instead. This raises safety concerns as many seek quicker routes.
Metro
Residents Call for Urgent Repair of Ogun Road
Thousands of residents from Ogun State are calling for urgent repairs to the Ijoko-Oyero-Lisa road. They organized a peaceful walk to highlight the road's poor condition.
Metro
Residents of Oniru Estate Stranded for Two Months
Residents of Oniru Estate in Lagos have been trapped in their homes for nearly two months after armed men took control of the estate, blocking access.