A Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered bus ignited in a conflagration at Kaduna’s Mando Motor Park around 3:00 AM on Sunday, April 5th, with the resulting blast spreading to two nearby luxury buses. The Kaduna State Police Command has officially confirmed that no casualties were recorded in the incident. Authorities are now urging the public to remain calm and refrain from disseminating unverified information or ‘fake news’ regarding the explosion. In a statement released Sunday, April 5th, Kaduna State Police Command spokesperson Mansir Hassan confirmed that a Silver Luxury Travel…
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Bauchi Durbar Dazzles as Emir Lead Grand Sallah Celebration
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi metropolis came alive on Saturday, March 21, 2026, as residents and visitors thronged major streets to witness the colourful Sallah Durbar marking the end of Eid al-Fitr. The city was agog with richly adorned horsemen showcasing exceptional horsemanship, cultural displays and a vibrant array of traditional performances that reflected the enduring heritage of the Bauchi Emirate. The grand procession, led by the Emir of Bauchi, Dr. Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu, saw riders from various traditional households converge at the Government House to pay the customary Sallah…
NDLEA Arrests UK-Bound Septuagenarian with 11kg Cocaine in Balloons; Seizes 340,000 Codeine Bottles in Massive Lagos Raids
In a significant blow to international drug trafficking, NDLEA operatives at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) have arrested 74-year-old Ikwuakalom Nwakoro Emeka. The septuagenarian was apprehended after a massive consignment of cocaine, concealed within foil and balloons, was discovered stashed in his luggage during a UK-bound flight screening. In a statement released on Sunday, March 15, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the arrest of a 74-year-old septuagenarian, Ikwuakalom Nwakoro Emeka, at the Abuja airport. The suspect, who claimed to be traveling to London for a…
Fire Outbreak: Massive Blaze Hits BRT Bus Outward Majidun, Lagos
Early morning chaos in Lagos as a BRT bus bursts into flames outward Majidun, Ikorodu. Sooth News confirms the incident occurred just before 7:00 AM today, Wednesday, March 11. Emergency reports are still unfolding as the blaze took hold during the morning rush. The blaze broke out as the BRT bus was heading out of the Majidun-Ikorodu corridor, nearly within sight of the LAMATA office at Majidun. The proximity to the transport authority’s facility added a layer of irony to the morning’s chaos. While Sooth News cannot yet confirm any…
Governor Bala Mohammed Sympathises with Injured Journalists
By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Bauchi State Government has expressed deep sympathy to journalists involved in a road accident along the Bauchi–Yelwan Duguri Road while on official assignment, assuring them of sustained support and quality medical care. The accident occurred on Thursday as the journalists—drawn from Channels Television, African Independent Television (AIT), Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), members of the Correspondents’ Chapel, Bauchi State Television Authority (BATV), and Bauchi Radio Corporation (BRC)—were covering the commissioning of North East Development Commission (NEDC) projects by the Minister of State for Regional Development and…
Major Relief for Air Passengers: Emirates, Air Peace, Activate Single-Ticket Deal for Dubai, London Flights
Nigeria’s flag carrier, Air Peace, has confirmed the activation of a bilateral interline agreement with Emirates, the Dubai-based international airline. In a statement shared via X on Monday, January 26, 2026, Air Peace announced a strategic partnership designed to streamline international travel for passengers across West and Central Africa. This agreement allows travelers to book journeys from Nigeria and other regional hubs to global destinations like Dubai and London on a single ticket. However, beyond simplified booking, the airline emphasized that the collaboration ensures a seamless transit experience with through-checked…
Tragedy Averted: Family Narrowly Escapes Fatal Crash Involving Tomato Truck on Otedola Bridge
A major tragedy was averted on Thursday, January 9, 2026, when a minitruck carrying tomatoes lost control due to brake failure on Otedola Bridge. The accident, which happened around noon, resulted in no fatalities. However, eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the truck veered off its lane and rammed into several vehicles on the bridge. Widely regarded as one of Lagos’ most dangerous corridors, Otedola Bridge is defined by a lethal combination of steep gradients and frequent mechanical failures. Today’s incident adds another chapter to the bridge’s alarming record of…
Adedeji: Nigeria Needs Five Years to Optimize New Tax Laws
Nigeria Revenue Service Chairman Adedeji states new tax laws require a five-year stabilization period. This is concise and directly conveys the key information with a formal tone. NRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji confirmed on January 1, 2026, that the new tax framework is designed to harmonize Nigeria’s fiscal system. Speaking at a recent event, he explained that the reforms unify multiple taxes into a single, streamlined structure to improve efficiency. According to Adedeji, a core benefit of the unified framework is the reduction in taxpayer compliance burdens and the creation of…
Dark Day for Journalism: Seven Lives Lost in Gombe Road Crash
By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The management of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Gombe has announced the tragic death of several staff members who were also members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), NTA Chapel, following a fatal road accident along the Billiri–Kumo Road while returning from a colleague’s wedding in Kaltungo. Those who lost their lives include Zarah Umar, Manager News and Senior Special Assistant to the Governor in the Office of the First Lady; Manu Haruna Kwami, Manager Administration; Isa Lawan; Musa Tabra, a retired Manager News; Aminu…
Mexico Train Tragedy: 13 Dead, Nearly 100 Injured in Oaxaca Derailment.
At least 13 people were killed and 98 others injured after an Interoceanic Train derailed in southern Mexico on Sunday, authorities confirmed. The train, which was traveling through the state of Oaxaca with 250 people on board, jumped the tracks near the town of Nizanda, prompting a massive rescue operation by the Mexican Navy. The derailment occurred in Asunción Ixtaltepec, Oaxaca, on the train’s main line between Veracruz and Salina Cruz. According to CNN report, ” The navy said that 36 people required hospital care and the rest sustained minor…