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Tragic Tanker Explosion Claims 30 Lives on Niger State Highway

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At least 30 people lost their lives in a tragic fuel tanker explosion that occurred along the Agaie-Bida road in Niger State on Sunday morning.

The devastating accident reportedly happened when a fuel tanker collided with a trailer transporting cattle en route to Lagos State from Wudil, Kano State.

The Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), Abdullahi Arah, confirmed the heartbreaking incident, stating that rescue teams had so far recovered 30 bodies from the wreckage.

However, the situation remains dire as search and recovery efforts continue at the scene.

According to Arah, several victims are believed to still be trapped inside the vehicles involved in the collision, and emergency personnel are working tirelessly to retrieve any additional bodies.

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Witnesses reported that the explosion was intense, causing a fire that spread quickly and engulfed both vehicles, making rescue operations more difficult.

The stretch of road where the incident occurred has been notorious for accidents due to its challenging conditions, and this latest tragedy underscores the need for improved road safety measures.

Officials from NSEMA are coordinating with other emergency response units to manage the aftermath of the accident and provide assistance to any survivors.

The explosion has not only claimed lives but also disrupted traffic on the busy route, causing major delays and a wave of sorrow across the region.

This accident highlights the critical need for improved road infrastructure and better regulation of heavy vehicles to prevent future tragedies.

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As the rescue operation unfolds, the Niger State government is expected to issue further statements and updates on the incident.


 

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Man Found Alive Nearly Two Weeks After Balogun Market Fire Incident

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An update has been shared on the burnt building at Balogun Market on Lagos Island, as it was revealed that a man was rescued 11 days after the building caught fire.

According to reports, the man was found alive on January 6, 2026, after being discovered under the rubble of the collapsed structure.

The survivor has since been taken for proper medical care, while further details are yet to be released.

Meanwhile, passersby and market traders have expressed concern, fearing that more people may still be trapped alive inside the building.


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Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital After Fatal Car Crash

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It has been reported that Anthony Joshua has officially been discharged from the hospital following the terrible car crash that claimed the lives of his two closest friends and supporters.

The boxing star was deemed stable enough to go home after the accident. After his discharge, he visited the funeral to pay his respects and see the bodies of his two friends.

Many have expressed grief and offered their support to the boxing star, praying that he will be able to find peace, as grief will undoubtedly be one of the most painful challenges he will face in life.


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‘Government Prioritizes Money More’ — PDP Calls Out FG On New Tax Law

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It has been shared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is calling on the federal government to suspend the tax law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

This was revealed in a statement released by Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP. He stated that this new law shows how Nigerians and the masses will be affected, arguing that the government is prioritizing finance over security and other pressing matters.

“Rather than address these issues comprehensively, the Presidency has consciously minimized them and instead insisted that the commencement date must stand, despite the discrepancies,” the party said, adding that this “clearly shows where the priority of the government lies between Nigerians and money.”


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