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Tragic Motor Accident In Abuja Claims 3 Lives, Injures 4

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2 years ago

July 8, 2023

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A tragic motor accident in Dutse Baupma, Abuja has resulted in the death of three individuals and left four others critically injured, the FCT Police Command confirmed.

The accident, which was reported by a concerned citizen near the Tipper Garage, occurred at approximately 12:30pm on Saturday.

The deceased have been identified as Hosea Stephen, a 34-year-old male from EFAB Metropolis Estate, Karasana, Abuja; Muhammad Lawal, a 32-year-old male from Jere, Kaduna State; and Bashir Shaibu, a 25-year-old male, also from Jere, Kaduna State.

In response to the tragedy, SP Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Abuja stated, “Our thoughts and condolences go out to the grieving families and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”

Simultaneously, four other individuals involved in the accident are being treated at Kubwa General Hospital.

They include Maria Ibeku, a 21-year-old female; Ebuka Eleodimuo, a 38-year-old male; Joy Adebayo, a 36-year-old female; and Bashir Haruna, a 25-year-old male. Notably, the injured parties hail from Mbouko Village, Dutse, and Karasana Village in Abuja.

In addition to the human toll, four vehicles involved in the accident have been moved to the police station for further investigation. These include a Black Toyota Camry, a Toyota Pilot, a truck, and a tricycle.

Interestingly, a Toyota Jeep, believed to belong to a Department of State Security officer, was removed from the scene by DSS Personnel. The driver of the vehicle has been identified as David C.Y Audu, a resident of Ushafa.

In light of these events, the FCT Police Command is conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.

“We urge the public to remain calm and patient as we work to ascertain the causes and circumstances surrounding the accident,” assured SP Josephine Adeh.

Subsequently, the Commissioner of Police extended his deepest sympathies to the families, relatives, and loved ones of the deceased.

According to SP Adeh, further updates related to this case will be communicated as the investigation progresses.

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My Husband Started Coming Home Late, Dated Other Women After He Bought BMW

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2 hours ago

October 4, 2025

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Kabushi Local Government, Zambia, has heard how a married man changed after buying a BMW vehicle as it gave him confidence to go after other women.

In this case, Veronica Chiluya 30, , sued Sammy Shapi, 40, for divorce due to marital disputes.

Veronica told the court that the two got married in 2014 after Sammy paid K400 as dowry and together they have two children.

According to Zambia Daily Mail, she said all was well until 2021 when her husband bought a car after he went to do some work outside the country.

“He started coming back home late and sometimes he would come the next day around 14:00 hours.

“He used to be a good husband, but the moment he bought a car, things changed in the house as he now started seeing other women.”

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My Husband Seized My Wedding Gifts, Threw Me Out — Wife

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2 hours ago

October 4, 2025

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…I’m sorry —Husband

A Sharia Court in Kaduna, Kaduna State, has dissolved a two-year-old marriage between a couple, Harira Sanusi and Aliyu Yunusa.

The judge, Malam Salisu Abubakar-Tureta dissolved their marriage following a petition for divorce filed by Harira.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Harira accused Aliyu of calling her parents names and humiliating her.

“He will often throw out my suitcases and other belongings.

“He seized my wedding gifts and humiliates me,” she said.

She prayed the court to order Aliyu to allow her access to her belongings.

On his part, Aliyu who did not deny the allegations apologized to her in court.

Aliyu granted the request of Sanusi and made one pronouncement of divorce to her.

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My Husband Threw Me Out After 17yrs of Marriage —Wife

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October 4, 2025

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…I still love her —Husband

A housewife, Lawal Modupe, has approached an Upper Area Court sitting at Kubwa, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), seeking the dissolution of her 17-year-old marriage to her husband, Ismaila on the grounds of lack of love and affection.

Modupe told the court that she got married Ismaila according to Islamic laws.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the mother of three stated that her husband sent her out of their matrimonial home on June 17, 2023.

“I do not love him anymore and I want the court to dissolve our marriage,” she said.

The respondent, however, said that he still loves his wife and would not grant her request for divorce.

He pleaded with the court to call for a mediation involving his family and that of the wife.

The judge, Mohammed Wakli, however, said that he still loves his wife and would not grant her request for divorce.

He pleaded with the court to call or a mediation involving his family and that of his wife.

The judge, Mohammed Wakili, however, advised the respondent to make efforts to win his wife’s love back and the couple two weeks to settle their differences and report back to the court.