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JaySani:
Escort Biker Dies in Accident as Senate President’s Convoy Leaves Lagos Event, No Official Statement Yet

Lagos, Nigeria — Tragedy struck on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Sunday following a high-profile event in Lagos, as one of the escort bikers attached to the convoy of the Senate President reportedly lost his life in a fatal road accident.

According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred shortly after the Senate President and members of his entourage departed the coronation ceremony of Seyi Tinubu. While the convoy was en route, one of the official escort bikers was said to have been involved in a serious accident along the busy expressway and died instantly at the scene.

Sources at the location disclosed that the lifeless body of the biker, along with the damaged motorcycle, was subsequently loaded into a Hilux vehicle within the convoy, after which the procession continued its journey. The circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear, as details surrounding the exact cause of the accident have not been officially confirmed.

As of the time of filing this report, no formal statement has been issued by the Office of the Senate President, the Nigeria Police Force, or any other relevant authority regarding the incident. The absence of an official response has sparked public concern and questions, particularly given the prominence of the individuals involved and the frequent occurrence of convoy-related accidents on major highways.

The Lagos–Ibadan Expressway is one of Nigeria’s busiest transport corridors and has long been associated with traffic congestion, speeding, and fatal accidents, especially involving official convoys and commercial vehicles.

Members of the public and civil society observers have called for transparency, urging authorities to promptly clarify the circumstances of the incident, formally acknowledge the loss, and outline any steps being taken to investigate the accident and support the deceased officer’s family.

Further developments are awaited as Nigerians look to security agencies and relevant government offices for an official account of the tragic incident.

ogolemati:
your oga have finally welcomed you.

OneCandleAway:
Obi seems to be good at governance not party politics. He needs a party with a strong structure being controlled properly. Problem is whoever is controlling the party will want to dictate to him because they will feel they were instrumental to his success if he wins.

givedemwotowoto:
Tilumbu has rendered Nigerians extremely poor and defenseless .

People who were spending average 50k or less per week for their families now spend over 200,000 per week, with moderate or no increase in salary.

Great100000:
Honestly, this is very sad as a Nigerian and as a giant of Africa.

Our Government need to do more about the electricity of the country.

I can't believe it that Nigeria is not on the list.

Tabithatim:
NEW: Enugu Govt to Restrict Tricycles, Yellow Buses From Major Highways as BRT Rollout Begins Soon



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adaperry25:
Yes I know it's good to get a partner who aligns with same faith but aside that one has to look at personality of whom you're marrying.

She's Catholic and I'm not and she's a good lady. The condition she gave was that she can't leave her faith.

I've searched and she's the only one that ticked all the boxes aside the faith issue.

I got no choice

BeardedMeat:
Tinubu is on a vendatta mission we all know, but if malami stole and ate our yams, he must vomit them.

AKONE:
These days, many churches feel less like the house of God and more like motivational seminars with a few Bible verses thrown in for decoration. Preaching Christ seems to have quietly given way to weekly pep talks—Sunday has become little more than "spiritual hype day."

And honestly, it’s getting worrying.

We’re hearing all sorts of gimmicks now, aren’t we?

“The louder your Amen, the bigger your blessing!”
“Tell three people your breakthrough has just landed!”
“Shout hallelujah like you mean business!”
“Give God a dangerous praise for a dangerous miracle!”

All noise. All theatrics. All emotional sugar rush — no substance. Jesus never said, “Turn up the volume and I’ll turn up the blessing.” But He did say, “If anyone wants to follow Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). That’s discipleship. No razzmatazz. No gimmicks. Just surrender.

But surrender is not exciting. Motivation is.

We’ve become a generation that loves being hyped but hates being changed. People want sermons that give them confidence, not convictions. They want steps to success, not calls to holiness. Many preachers know this — and they deliver what sells, not what saves.

That’s why we now hear more, “You’re going higher!” than “Repent and follow Christ.”
More, “Your destiny helpers are coming!” than “Be conformed to the image of His Son” (Romans 8:29).
More, “Your haters will watch you shine!” than “I am crucified with Christ” (Galatians 2:20).

It’s smooth. It’s exciting. It’s popular.
But it’s not the gospel.

The gospel is not about how to “unlock your greatness.”
It’s about how Jesus died, rose again, and calls us to die to ourselves and live through Him. (Ephesians 2:1–5).

Motivation can make you feel good for a week.
The gospel can make you a new creation altogether.

Motivation tells you to believe in yourself.
The gospel tells you to believe in Jesus.

Motivation tells you you’re destined to shine.
The gospel tells you to take up your cross.

We’ve swapped the hard message for the easy one — and the easy one is filling churches while emptying hearts.

The danger? People think they’re being spiritually fed when in reality they’re only being emotionally entertained. They leave church charged up but not changed. Excited but not transformed. Inspired but not discipled.

And let’s be blunt: Jesus didn’t die so we could have a more positive mindset. He died to save us, sanctify us, and shape us into His likeness.

It’s time we found our way back.

Back to Christ.
Back to the cross.
Back to repentance.
Back to surrender.
Back to discipleship.
Back to the gospel that actually has power (Romans 1:16).

Because all the shouting, all the “Amen competitions,” all the theatrics — they may stir emotions…
but only Jesus can save a soul.

toboizilla:
I’ll appreciate your honest feedback.

asfrank:
There was no need for the Second Niger Bridge. The government should have repaired the first bridge and increase the lanes instead of a New bridge

DiamondsAreFore:
He's an 18 year old guy on Reddit who wants to know how he would be treated if he visits Edo State. Any advice from Edo people on Nairaland?

IronGalaxy:
white worshippers and haters loading...

Kaliningrad:

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US will never go to war with Russia. Even with the entire NATO behind them.

They don't want to die.

Believeintruth:
But Lagos was not entirely built by Yoruba naaaa it is a fact.

thinkmoney:
Ok it’s good you know this. How many times though have you typed in support of Igbos that are been harassed and arrested because of this same thing? Because all the “ezes” in other states and countries have also been “eze” of igbo of those communities

chiagozien:
Nobody will attack and kill them for coming out to vote their preferable candidate on election day.




Nobody claimed to be accommodating them in East.




Nobody is saying they are trying to create kingdom in Igbo land because of the title Oba.

correctyourself:
Explain this to the police and let them escort you to the house, package you belongings and go.

But if you allow love control you, one day she would broke your head.

That lady needs serious help and treatment to overcome that habit which you can not render.

Even Your profile name self no show say u be gentleman o

illicit:
That guy was the only man in the village...


RIP Soldier

But u should have lay low when outgunned and numbered

banom:
Nigeria will not make it to the world cup.

dollynnn:
She will end up in Shiloh. We know her type.

I feel sad for ladies of the younger generation. “Wokeness”, arrogance and toxic feminism will make them end up toxic and lonely at the end of the day.

By the way, is it a crime for ladies to be respectful and polite? Nothing kills a woman’s character faster than arrogance and rudeness.

Commentor:
Chai.

Very careless of her.

May the soul of the departed rest in peace 🙏🏾.

gr8ofnnetwork:
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR 2027 reelection is going to be with a massive vote margin. One thing is sure, Tinubu is clearing at least 28states+ FCT, then topping second for the remaining 8 states.
Thanks and God bless

affable4:
Please I need to understand something as a layman , how do we claim that our reserves are high when we keep borrowing more than what is in the reserve?

Just explain to me if you know.

Falseprofet2:
You want us to play like Prime Barca?

Enjoy the win and hope for the best.
The Eagles needed to win and score four goals- mission accomplished.

LagosOrigin:
I wish him quick recovery. But why are APC tinubu covering up his sickness?

In sane clime, the health status of political appointees are made public . From the president to his political appointees . But here in Nigeria under tinubu, the health status of political appointees and their principal is kept away from public.

TouchNfollow:
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Source:
https://x.com/GlobeEyeNews/status/1975849638839361704?t=aKxda5NVsQPhL6au3ooCGw&s=08[/quote]Illiteracy killed her.

She never heard it in school that 60-70% of human body is water.

Again what about other minerals and vitamins that are found outside of fruits?

This is why illiteracy killed her.

Esthered:
The Bible says in Proverbs 25:24 (KJV) It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.

When as a man you see her anger traits and you dismissed it as female shenanigans instead of a red flag. She's described as quiet, easy going....but he knew what he faced and she must have manifested prior to the marriage.

May God comfort his family and may he RIP.
Maryam Sanda don get sister. After the act, her body go don come down but with consequences.

We have a problem in our society of ignoring couples when they fight and only step in when something tragic has happened.

saintopus:
I feel its possible for Nigeria to do the single digit inflation. The highest inflation rate is recorded in food stuff. I think the government is trying, the food prices are gradually coming down, at least it is not as it was late last year and early this year.
Maybe things may get better.

CommentatorPro:
Nigeria is a country blessed with talent, resources, and resilience — yet it continues to struggle under the weight of bad leadership, corruption, and poor governance. From unreliable electricity to the rising cost of living, it sometimes feels like every sector is crying out for help.

Now imagine this: you suddenly become the President of Nigeria — but only for one week. You have full control to make key decisions, sign executive orders, and implement reforms. No bureaucracy, no political godfathers — just seven days to make a difference.

What would you fix first?

Would you focus on the economy, to bring down the price of food and fuel?
Would you tackle security, ensuring that citizens can travel freely without fear of bandits or kidnappers?
Or maybe you’d go straight to education, reviving schools, paying teachers well, and making universities work again?

Some Nigerians say they would start by cutting government salaries and reducing the cost of governance. Others believe the first step should be arresting corrupt politicians and recovering looted funds. A few even argue that constitutional reform is the only real solution to Nigeria’s endless cycle of problems.

Whatever your opinion, one thing is clear — most Nigerians know exactly what they want fixed; they just haven’t had the power to do it.

So, let’s hear from you
If you had just one week as Nigeria’s President, with total authority to act, what’s the first thing you’d change and why?