Crime & City Diary
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4 hurt, 25 escape as truck causes multi-car crash in Ikorodu
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos Sector Command, has confirmed that four persons sustained injuries following a serious multiple road traffic crash along the Ikorodu–Shagamu Road near Sabo, Ikorodu. The incident, which occurred on April 30, 2026, at about 5:45 p.m., was reportedly caused by brake failure involving a commercial truck. According to the FRSC, the crash involved five…
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Man absconds after allegedly killing wife in Ondo community
By Boye Oyeyemi A man has reportedly gone into hiding after allegedly killing his wife, Mrs Christianah Kutelu, in Ikare-Akoko, Akoko North-East LGA of Ondo State. The deceased, said to be a staff member of a special needs school in the community, reportedly died on Wednesday in circumstances suspected to be connected to domestic violence. Sources in the area said…
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Ore youths urge Aiyedatiwa to resolve lingering monarch appointment dispute
By Boye Oyeyemi Youths in Ore, the administrative headquarters of Odigbo LGA of Ondo State, have appealed to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to intervene in the prolonged dispute over the appointment of a regent in the community. The appeal comes amid lingering disagreements over the traditional leadership of the town following the death of the Olore of Ore, Oba Adebayo Temikotan,…
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Ondo Police arraign four over alleged involvement in cultism
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Police Command has intensified its crackdown on cultism, arraigning four suspects and launching a manhunt for fleeing members across the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the operations were driven by intelligence gathering and coordinated tactical efforts. The suspects, Akinboyo Adeniyi, Oyewumi…
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Ekiti deploys troops as govt condemns Ilejemeje community attack
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State Government has condemned the attack on Eda Oniyo community in Ilejemeje Local Government Area, describing it as heinous, barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement on Thursday, the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, said the government sympathised with families affected by the attack and assured that efforts were ongoing to secure the area…
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Motorcyclist dies during police stop-and-search in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga A 35-year-old commercial motorcyclist, Sanni Salisu, has died in Moniya, Ibadan, after slumping during a police stop-and-search operation, an incident that triggered violent protests and the burning of a police outpost. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the development, stating that two officers attached to the Kara Police Outpost intercepted Salisu while he was riding his motorcycle.…
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Collapse of major Kwara bridge sparks public outrage
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Moro Bridge before Okolowo, a significant bridge that connects Kwara State to neighbouring states such as Oyo, collapsed in the early hours of Thursday. According to reports, the incident has disrupted movement along the route, raising concerns among commuters and residents who rely heavily on the bridge for daily transportation and economic activities. In a…
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Drama as gunmen demand N1bn ransom for abducted Ekiti worshippers
By Boye Oyeyemi In a dramatic turn of events, the gunmen who abducted worshippers during a night vigil in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje LGA are demanding N1 billion ransom for their release. The attackers were said to have invaded a Christ Apostolic Church prayer meeting on the outskirts of the community, killing a visiting pastor and abducting at least 15 worshippers. Sources…
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Uganda detains 62 Nigerians over alleged illegal church operations
Ugandan authorities have detained 62 Nigerian nationals for allegedly operating a church and residing in the country without valid permits. The arrests were confirmed by the Ugandan National Citizenship and Immigration Control in a statement posted on X on Wednesday, stating that the action followed a tip-off about illegal activities in Adjumani. According to the agency, the individuals were found…
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Sisi Alagbo breaks silence after leaked tape, rallies public forgiveness
By Adejayan Gbenga Eniola Fagbemi, widely known as Sisi Alagbo, has issued a public apology after a private video of her was leaked online, triggering strong reactions across social media. Her apology was conveyed in a Facebook post on Wednesday, wherein the Oyo-based herbal seller took responsibility for the incident, expressing deep regret. “I take full responsibility for my actions…
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