Accident

Jun
05
2025
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Peter Obi Escapes Death

Peter Obi Escapes Death

Accident, News Flash, Transportation
Peter Obi Escapes Death The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi was among the over 100 passengers reported to have escaped plane crash at the local wing of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport on Tuesday. Aviation sources confirmed that Obi who was in Economy Class was in the Airpeace plane with flight number P47123 when it took off from Abuja on Tuesday. The take off was scheduled for 12:35 but it eventually took off by 12:59. The Airpeace plane was to land 1:55 but landed 2:25 with approximately 30 minutes behind schedule,…
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Apr
06
2025
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FRSC Official, 24 Others Die In Ogun Multiple Crashes

FRSC Official, 24 Others Die In Ogun Multiple Crashes

Accident, News Flash, Obituary
FRSC Official, 24 Others Die In Ogun Multiple Crashes At least 25 people, including an official of the Federal Road Safety Corps lost their lives while eight people were reportedly injured in two separate multiple crashes which occurred in Ogun State on Saturday. The first multiple crash involving a Mack truck marked SEY 363 YY, a tanker with registration number T2900LA and a bus marked LSD 180 YA at about 7am on Saturday around NIPCO filling station axis of Lagos-Ibadan expressway claimed seven lives while four people were injured. The Spokesperson for the Ogun State Sector of the Federal Road…
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Mar
27
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor Condoles With The Bereaved Family Of The Tragic Incident In Ohafia Yesterday

Ohafia Council Mayor Condoles With The Bereaved Family Of The Tragic Incident In Ohafia Yesterday

Abia State, Accident, News Flash
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR CONDOLES WITH THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF THE TRAGIC INCIDENT IN OHAFIA YESTERDAY. I am profoundly saddened by the tragic incident that resulted in the loss of two lives in Amaekpu Ohafia earlier today. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims. No words can adequately convey the pain and grief that accompanies such a sudden and devastating loss. As the Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, I wish to extend my sincerest sympathies to the bereaved families. May God grant them the strength to bear this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers…
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Mar
26
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Condoles With The Family Of Victims Of Road Accident In Ohafia

Ikenna Ukwa Condoles With The Family Of Victims Of Road Accident In Ohafia

Abia State, Accident, News Flash
IKENNA UKWA CONDOLES WITH THE FAMILY OF VICTIMS OF ROAD ACCIDENT IN OHAFIA The Chief Executive Officer of Reigh Advertising & Consulting Agency, Chief Dr. Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in a tragic accident on Amaekpu Ohafia road earlier today which has sent shockwaves through the entire Ohafia community. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , while expressing his sadness over the incident, urged motorists to exercise caution and reduce their speed limits. He emphasized the importance of taking precautionary measures while driving to prevent such accidents in the…
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Mar
26
2025
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GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene Of Fatal Accident In Amaekpu Ohafia

GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene Of Fatal Accident In Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia State, Accident, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene of Fatal Accident in Amaekpu Ohafia! The Director General of the Greater Ohafia Development Agenda (GODA), Engr. Obinna Odum, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that claimed the lives of a motorcyclist and a young student in Amaekpu Ohafia earlier today. Upon receiving the heartbreaking news, Engr. Odum promptly visited the accident scene to assess the situation firsthand and engage with community members on preventive measures to avert future occurrences. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for God to grant the departed eternal rest. Odum cautioned truck…
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Mar
23
2025
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Nigeria Police Officer Runs Mad, Shot Four To Death, Injures Others

Nigeria Police Officer Runs Mad, Shot Four To Death, Injures Others

Accident, Crime, News Flash, Police Force
Nigeria Police Officer Runs Mad, Shot Four To Death, Injures Others Reports has it that an armed police officer barricaded a busy road in Calabar and started shooting sporadically at passerbys. It was gathered that the tragic incident happened at Atakpa junction near Watt Market, Calabar, in Cross River state. An eyewitness account reveal that the armed policeman started shooting sporadically at innocent Nigerians in the morning, March 23. The eyewitness further reveal that the police, who appeared to be mentally unwell, barricaded the road with no entrance to Watt Market. This singular act made people to running away for…
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Mar
23
2025
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Another Explosion Rocks Gas Facility In Rivers State

Another Explosion Rocks Gas Facility In Rivers State

Accident, News Flash, Oil & Gas
Another Explosion Rocks Gas Facility In Rivers State Barely a week after a major explosion occurred on the Trans Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, another explosion has reportedly struck the Soku oil facility in Akuku Toru Local Government Area. The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria), a grassroots NGO with strong networks across the Niger Delta, confirmed the latest explosion on Sunday. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Dr. Fyneface Dumnamene Fyneface, YEAC said it received reports from its youth volunteers about an early morning explosion at the Soku oil facility operated…
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Feb
02
2025
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Police Warn Motorists, Begin Enforcement Of Third-Party Insurance Across Nigeria

Police Warn Motorists, Begin Enforcement Of Third-Party Insurance Across Nigeria

Accident, News Flash, Police Force
Police Warn Motorists, Begin Enforcement Of Third-party Insurance Across Nigeria The police on Saturday began the enforcement of the Third-Party Insurance Policy across the country. Police commissioners in several states including Lagos, Kogi and Akwa Ibom, told residents that they would commence enforcement in compliance with a directive of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The police chief had ordered that the enforcement should commence on 1 February. LagosThe Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olanrewaju Ishola, stated his position in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin. Mr Ishola said the enforcement aligns with Mr Egbetokun’s directive.…
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Jan
27
2025
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18 Passengers Burnt, 11 Vehicles Damaged In Enugu Road Crash

18 Passengers Burnt, 11 Vehicles Damaged In Enugu Road Crash

Mishap, Accident, South East
18 Passengers Burnt, 11 Vehicles Damaged In Enugu Road Crash The Federal Road Safety Corps has rescued 13 road users from a fire related crash in Enugu State. The Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, said in a statement on Sunday in Abuja that the crash which occurred on Saturday, January 25 was as a result of brake failure. This, he said involved 17 vehicles in the category of one petroleum ladened tanker, one water tanker, 15 other vehicles and one tricycle. Mr Ogungbemide said that 31 people were involved in the crash, while 10 were rescued with varying degrees…
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Jan
18
2025
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Man Using Earpiece Crushed To Death In Lagos By A Moving Train

Man Using Earpiece Crushed To Death In Lagos By A Moving Train

Lagos, Accident, Mishap, News Flash
Train Crushes Man Using Earpiece To Death In Lagos There was pandemonium in Lagos on Friday when a trader was knocked down by a Lagos-Ibadan train around Oshodi Lagos. The incident happened around 2pm with sympathisers and passers-by thronging the area. Eyewitnesses said the trader was crushed to death in front of Arena Shopping Complex, Oshodi. The middle-aged man was said to be urinating while standing on the middle of the rail tracks, with an earpiece on his two ears. Witness told out reporter that despite the heavy horn of the train and passers-by shouting to warn the man, he…
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