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ONITSHA: ANOTHER FUEL TANKER FALLS_Nkong Ada

Barely two weeks after a fuel laden taker caused an inferno that destroyed several lives and property in Onitsha, another fuel tanker on Thursday fell in Onitsha, Anambra State. A source said the tanker loaded with fuel fell around 1pm on the Onitsha/Enugu Expressway. An eyewitness said the content of the tanker was spilling, making… Continue reading ONITSHA: ANOTHER FUEL TANKER FALLS_Nkong Ada

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OTEDOLA BRIDGE MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS: ONE CONFIRMED DEAD,MANY INJURED_Ada Nkong

An accident involving several vehicles has caused heavy gridlock on the notorious Otedola Bridge in Lagos. According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency, the accident is said to involve up to “ten vehicles including a containerized truck, a ‘pickup’ and a high capacity bus as well as several cars.” The accident affected motorists heading… Continue reading OTEDOLA BRIDGE MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS: ONE CONFIRMED DEAD,MANY INJURED_Ada Nkong

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SEVEN DIE IN BOKI CULT CLASH_Ada Nkong

At least seven people have been confirmed killed in a cult war that erupted in Okundi, Boki Local Government Area of Cross River State according to reports Sources say houses were also burnt as the clash escalated following the killing of a youth opposed to cult activities in the community. Reports said the youth, identified… Continue reading SEVEN DIE IN BOKI CULT CLASH_Ada Nkong

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SANTANA MARKET IN BENIN SUFFERS FIRE_Ada Nkong

Santana market on Sapele road in Benin city was reported to be on fire in the wee hours of the morning. An SOS was sent to the media by an eye witness.The message sent at 12:06 am Sunday reads "Santana market on Sapele road in Benin city on fire. Fire service attention is needed please.,.20… Continue reading SANTANA MARKET IN BENIN SUFFERS FIRE_Ada Nkong

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SEVEN DIE IN OBASEKI’S CONVOY_Ada Nkong

It is a Black Saturday, as seven persons have been confirmed dead in Governor Godwin Obaseki's advance team convey heading to AAU for the convocation ceremony. At least seven persons, including five adults and two children, were on Saturday morning killed in a ghastly auto accident involving the advance team of Governor Godwin Obaseki on… Continue reading SEVEN DIE IN OBASEKI’S CONVOY_Ada Nkong

DISASTER · Transportation

FUEL SPILLAGE: DANGOTE TRUCK, FUEL TANKER COLLIDE IN LAGOS

A collision involving a Dangote truck and a loaded fuel tanker on Lagos Island had resulted in the spilling of fuel on the road. According to the official handle of the Lekki Concession Company on Twitter, the road has been closed in order to forestall accidents. Tweeting about the accident, LCC said, “There is an… Continue reading FUEL SPILLAGE: DANGOTE TRUCK, FUEL TANKER COLLIDE IN LAGOS

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FIVE YEAR OLD LOSES LIFE IN LAGOS INFERNO_Ada Nkong

The police in Lagos have confirmed that a five-year-old boy, Praise Emeka, has been burnt in an inferno that occurred at No. 4, Ben Okonkwo St., Igando, Lagos State. This is contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Bala Elkana, and made available to newsmen on Sunday. Elkana said… Continue reading FIVE YEAR OLD LOSES LIFE IN LAGOS INFERNO_Ada Nkong

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TRAFFIC LOGJAM: 2 BRT BUSES COLLIDE IN LAGOS

Several Lagosians have been hospitalised after two passenger buses crashed into each other during rush-hour in Nigeria’s commercial capital on Monday morning. The accident occurred at about 7:00 a.m. at Asolo Bus-Stop, near Majidun River, along the busy Ikorodu Road. It was unclear how many passengers were injured. The accident has triggered a long line… Continue reading TRAFFIC LOGJAM: 2 BRT BUSES COLLIDE IN LAGOS

DISASTER · WORLD NEWS

31-YEARS IN COMA: CAR CRASH VICTIM DIES AT LAST

An Italian car crash victim has died after being looked after by his parents for 31 years while he was in a coma. Ignazio ‘Cito’ Okamoto from Brescia, was involved in a collision on March 19, 1988, and suffered a brain haemorrhage at the age of 22. His friend was killed in the crash but he survived… Continue reading 31-YEARS IN COMA: CAR CRASH VICTIM DIES AT LAST