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Fatal Collision on Bauchi–Maiduguri Road Leaves Nine Dead
A late-night road crash on the Bauchi–Maiduguri highway claimed nine lives and left eight others injured after a commercial bus and a tipper truck collided.
August 4, 2026
Bishop Oyedepo Urges Government to Prioritize Security Over Bus Preaching Ban
Bishop David Oyedepo has criticized government plans to ban bus preaching, urging authorities to focus on the country's pressing security challenges instead.
August 3, 2026
Bishop David Oyedepo Urges Focus on Insecurity Instead of Bus Preaching Ban
Bishop David Oyedepo has challenged the government to prioritize curbing insecurity instead of pursuing a bill that would fine individuals for preaching on commercial buses.
August 3, 2026
Senate clarifies that FRSC amendment does not enact new restrictions on hawking or preaching
The Senate has refuted claims that a proposed amendment to the FRSC Act introduces new prohibitions against preaching or hawking, noting these are existing legal restrictions.
July 28, 2026
Senate Clarifies FRSC Bill Does Not Implement New Restrictions on Hawking or Preaching
The Senate clarified that the FRSC Act amendment merely restates long-standing bans on hawking and preaching in vehicles, aiming to improve commuter safety.
July 27, 2026
MURIC supports proposed FRSC bill to prohibit bus preaching
MURIC has thrown its weight behind an FRSC initiative to ban preaching in commercial vehicles, citing concerns over driver distraction and potential public disorder.
July 25, 2026
Fatal accidents on Kara Bridge cause severe traffic delays on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A series of crashes on the Kara Bridge early Friday resulted in one death and heavy traffic congestion, prompting officials to recommend alternative travel routes.
July 24, 2026
South-West CAN asks President Tinubu to reject FRSC amendment bill
The South-West wing of CAN has requested that President Tinubu veto the FRSC amendment bill, citing concerns over religious freedom and the potential impact on informal traders' livelihoods.
July 23, 2026
Asagba of Asaba Urges Governments to Address Economic Hardship to Reduce Road Accidents
The Asagba of Asaba, HRM Prof. Epiphany Azinge, has urged governments to tackle economic hardship, identifying it as a major catalyst for dangerous driving and road accidents.
July 22, 2026
FRSC Kebbi ramps up traffic enforcement to tackle overloading and accidents
The FRSC in Kebbi is conducting a special enforcement operation to reduce road accidents by cracking down on overloading and other traffic violations.
July 22, 2026