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NURTW clash claims lives in Ekiti

Ihesiulo Grace 11 October 2017 0

Fatalities have been recorded following an overnight clash between rival NURTW factions at Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti state capital. As of this morning heavily armed operatives and armoured vehicles have been stationed at strategic locations along Ado-Ikere highway. More to follow

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Boat mishap in Lagos records fatalities

Ihesiulo Grace 10 October 2017 0

Fatalities have been recorded following a boat mishap at Oworosoki waterways by the Third Mainland bridge end. The passenger boat was moving from Ikorodu Jetty to CMS when the incident occurred. More to follow

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Buhari and service chiefs meet

Ihesiulo Grace 10 October 2017 0

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Olonisakin, and other service chiefs. The meeting, which held at the State House in Abuja, was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant Tukur Buratai, the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas, and the Chief of Air […]

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Tricycle operators clash in Lawanson

Ihesiulo Grace 10 October 2017 0

There are reports of an ongoing clash and between tricycle operators at Otun-Oba intersection by Babalola bus stop, Lawanson in Surulere. More details to follow.

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Morning attack kills many in Port Harcourt

Ihesiulo Grace 9 October 2017 0

Several fatalities have been reported following an attack by unknown gunmen few hour ago around Mgbosimiri, Agip axis of Port Harcourt,Rivers state. The incident occurred at about 4am this morning. More to follow

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Robbery incident in Victoria Island

Ihesiulo Grace 9 October 2017 0

The Daily Times has received multiple reports of a robbery incident, with gunshots heard around Kuramo waters close, off Akin Ogunlewe Street in Victoria island axis. The incident happened about an hour ago and we are working to confirm its details. Details soon.

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School bus involved in multiple auto crash

Ihesiulo Grace 9 October 2017 0

Several casualties have been recorded following multiple automobile crashes involving two vehicles and a school bus along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The accident, which happened at the Kara bridge crossing towards the Berger axis in Lagos has slowed down vehicular movement in the area. More to follow.

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Police free civilian after Cross River gang duel

Ihesiulo Grace 8 October 2017 0

The Cross River State Police Command says in the early hours of Saturday rescued Comfort Udoenwang following a gun-battle with the armed gangs at Akpap-Okoyong village in Odukpani Local Government Area. It is understood that suspects linked to the incident were arrested and whisked away along Jesus Avenue in Calabar South LGA.

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Security crackdown follows Enugu jailbreak

Ihesiulo Grace 8 October 2017 0

A heavy presence of armed security operatives with armoured vehicles has been observed around Ibite-Olo / Nsukka and Orji River axis in Enugu, following a jailbreak at Enugu Maximum Prison located on Kingsway Road in the state capital. The security services are on a manhunt for two convicted robbers who escaped from confinement on Saturday. […]

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Fatal tanker explosion on Kaduna-Abuja highway

Ihesiulo Grace 8 October 2017 0

Reports say several fatalities have been recorded following a tanker explosion at the Tafa axis along the Kaduna-Abuja federal highway. It was gathered that the explosion occurred after a tanker loaded with petroleum products and avoided a collision on the highway with a commercial Golf car, skidded off the highway. More to follow soon.

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Tragedy in Borgu, Niger State

Ihesiulo Grace 5 October 2017 0

Tragedy struck overnight between Rofia and Mauta in Agwata village in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, when 16 people died in a boat mishap while trying to catch a glimpse of an Arabic inscription on a rock inside the River Niger. More to follow

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Security raid in Abule Egba

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2017 0

Sporadic gunfire by security operatives attached with the NNPC surveillance team has been reported as they are currently carrying out raids on illegal pipeline vandals and syndicates groups at Abule-Egba in Ijokoro LCDA. Several vehicles have been damaged. More to follow

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Osayomore Joseph kidnapped

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2017 0

Veteran musician, Osayomore Joseph, has been reportedly kidnapped from his home at Orovie Village, off upper Ekenhuan Road, Benin City, the Edo state capital. His wife is reported to have sustained gun shot wounds during the invasion. More to follow

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Youths on rampage in Delta

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2017 0

A fracas is ongoing between various youth groups at Okurighwre near Merit Mixed Secondary School, Sapele LGA of Delta state. More to follow

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Car hijacked in Lagos traffic

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2017 0

Armed robbers on motorbikes have hijacked an SUV jeep at gunpoint around the Emergency service by Tollgate axis towards Motorways. Shots were fired during the operation. More to follow

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Multiple car crash in Lekki

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2017 0

Several casualties have been recorded following a multiple car crash involving a trailer colliding with other vehicles currently at Ikate round-about towards Chisco along Lekki-Ajah expressway.

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Shots fired in SARS operation

Ihesiulo Grace 3 October 2017 0

Police operatives of the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) are currently on a cordon and search operation around Elemoro royal shopping complex, Bogije -Ibeji axis along Lekki-Epe expressway. Shots have been fired. More to follow

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Gunmen attack Plateau village

Ihesiulo Grace 29 September 2017 0

Unknown gunmen, in the early morning hours, attacked Gyangyang village in Jhar Chiefdom of Kanam Local Government area of Plateau state, killing the acting village head. More to follow

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Oil rig fire causes casualties

Ihesiulo Grace 29 September 2017 0

Casualties have been reported following a fire outbreak at an oil rig operated by Consolidated Oil, an indigenous oil firm at Akassa, Brass LGA of Bayelsa state. The exact cause of the inferno is still unknown. Update: the fire has been brought under control and put out. A statement from Consolidated Oil says the cause […]

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Unrest at Lawanson, Lagos

Ihesiulo Grace 28 September 2017 0

Rival youths gangs are currently fighting each other around Cole street Junction, in Iyana-Itire, Lawanson axis. Sporadic gunshots have also been recorded. More to follow