Nigeria Breaking News
ABUJA – The family of Hon. Chief Dubem Onyia, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has announced his death at the age of 73. He died on Monday after a brief illness, surrounded by his loved ones. A statement issued on Tuesday by Engr. Emeka Onyia, on behalf of the family, confirmed the loss …
At least 12 people were injured when masked gunmen indiscriminately opened fire at a pub in Toronto, Canadian police said Saturday, adding they were looking for three male suspects. Police did not provide a motive for the attack, which took place late Friday in an eastern part of Canada’s largest city. All of the victims …
The esteemed Nigerian poet, writer and advocate for children’s literature, Mabel Segun, has died at age 95. In a statement, her family expressed gratitude for a life dedicated to excellence, describing her as a versatile media personality who made significant contributions to literature, broadcasting, and sports. They also noted that funeral arrangements would be announced …
Unknown gunmen invaded a pharmacy shop, shot a young lady and abducted the pharmacy owner and two of his sales boys at Agyaragu in Jenkwe development area, Obi local government. The operation which took place at about 8:44pm on Thursday, in the heart of Agyaragu town lasted for about an hour without any security interference. …
A former presidential spokesperson and prominent political strategist, Dr. Doyin Okupe, has passed away. His death was confirmed on Friday. Details surrounding his passing remain unclear at the time of filling this report. Okupe, 72, was Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to President Olusegun Obasanjo and Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to President …
A Rangers fan who travelled to Istanbul to watch the Glasgow giants face Fenerbahce was killed in a traffic accident hours before the match, both teams said Thursday, offering condolences. The fan, who was not named, had travelled to Turkey’s largest city to watch Rangers face Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce in the Europa League last-16 clash …
Musician Mr Eazi, born Oluwatosin Ajibade, has announced the death of his mother, Ifeoma Ajibade. The 33-year-old wrote a touching tribute published on Instagram on Thursday, describing his mum as his “greatest protector, toughest critic and truest fan”. “Thank you, Mummy for your strength, your sacrifices, your unwavering faith. For raising us with love, discipline, …
Rescue efforts are ongoing at the scene of a three-storey building that collapsed during construction at Oriwu Street in the Lekki Phase 1 area of Lagos State, resulting in the deaths of two adult males. According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority, six people sustained serious injuries, while several others remain trapped under the …
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra Sector Command, has reported that an accident along the Idemili River near the Second Niger Bridge resulted in four fatalities on Tuesday. The sector Commander, Mrs Joyce Alexander confirmed the incident to newsmen on Thursday, in Awka, attributing the accident to speeding and loss of control, which led …
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State has been thrown into mourning as a senior Professor, Jimoh Olanipekun, was declared dead after falling ill during a departmental meeting. A statement issued by the University’s Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Olarewaju, said that the professor fell ill during a meeting on Wednesday at the department. According …