Zambian police arrested two men accused of plotting to harm President Hakainde Hichilema using witchcraft. The suspects allegedly possessed charms and were hired by a fugitive linked to MP Emmanuel Banda. This incident highlights cultural beliefs in witchcraft and its intersections with Zambia's...
A tragic stampede during a rice distribution event in Okija, Anambra State, claimed multiple lives, including pregnant women. Organized by Obi Jackson, CEO of Nestoil, the charity event turned chaotic, leaving 13 confirmed dead. The incident highlights the need for better crowd control and...
A stampede at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, during a palliative distribution event left at least ten people dead and several others injured. The tragedy highlights the need for improved crowd management at public gatherings. Eyewitness accounts reveal chaos as the crowd surged...
Following the tragic Ibadan funfair stampede that killed 35 children, Ooni of Ife’s ex-queen, Prophetess Naomi, was hospitalized after collapsing. She and broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat were detained for their roles in organizing the event. Naomi's condition is stable, and she is receiving medical...
The Nigerian Army has promoted 108 officers, including 35 brigadiers to major generals and 73 colonels to brigadiers. Key promotions include officers involved in major operations like Hadin Kai and Operation Whirl Stroke. The Chief of Army Staff urged the officers to continue their commitment to...
A fire at Ibadan's Araromi spare parts market destroyed goods worth millions, leaving traders devastated. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze, with investigations ongoing. The incident follows another fire tragedy in the city that claimed three lives, sparking calls for improved fire...
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the final forfeiture of a warehouse and 54 steel containers linked to former CBN governor Godwin Emefiele. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) successfully argued that the assets were acquired with proceeds from illegal activities...
NAFDAC has shut down eight illegal rice shops and a warehouse in Nasarawa, confiscating over 1,600 bags of counterfeit rice valued at N5 billion. The counterfeit rice was repackaged into branded bags to deceive consumers. NAFDAC reassures the public of its commitment to food safety and market...
Dele Farotimi, detained over defamation charges tied to his book Nigeria and its Justice System, received a ₦30 million bail amidst chants of “Solidarity Forever” from supporters outside the Abuja courthouse.
Dele Farotimi, a renowned lawyer and activist, was greeted with chants of “Solidarity...
Olamide Thomas, #EndSARS activist, faces criminal charges for insulting Seyi Tinubu in a viral video after a police protest. Nigerians criticize the administration for suppressing free speech, with hashtags like #FreeOlamideNow trending. The remand of Thomas highlights growing concerns over...
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