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Lagos diverts traffic on Independence Bridge for weekend repairs
Lagos State has announced a temporary traffic diversion on Independence Bridge as urgent asphalt repairs begin from Friday night through Sunday, October 18.
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Lagos State has announced a temporary traffic diversion on Independence Bridge as urgent asphalt repairs begin from Friday night through Sunday, October 18.
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Emergency responders prevented a potential fire or explosion after a tanker carrying 33,000 litres of ethanol overturned at Second Rainbow Bridge in Lagos. LASEMA said no casualties were recorded, while fire services, police and traffic officials worked to secure the scene.
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Police in Oyo State have arrested an Indian national and two company security operatives following a viral video showing the alleged assault of two truck drivers at Karma Agric Feeds and Foods Limited in Ibadan. The victims are receiving hospital treatment as investigations continue.
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Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has ordered fumigation of the Igbokoda River and distribution of nose masks and health kits following residents’ complaints about a strong odour after a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash. Water tankers may also be deployed if the river is found unsafe for use.
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Residents of Igbokoda, Ondo State, are raising concerns over an offensive odour and possible water pollution following a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash. Authorities say recovery operations and environmental assessments are ongoing, while lawmakers demand a thorough investigation into the tragedy.
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Oyo State Police have arrested three men over an alleged armed robbery at Sumal Junction Roundabout in Ibadan, recovering a locally fabricated pistol, live cartridge, and motorcycle.
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Twenty prospective corps members freed after being abducted in Imo State have reportedly been offered the option of continuing their national service in any of the six South-West states. Families say they paid ₦6m per victim in ransom.
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One person has died and four suspects have been arrested following a farmers-herders clash in Guda Village, Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, during which several houses were set ablaze.
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A three-storey building under construction collapsed in Okpoko, killing a woman and her teenage daughter.