A tragic incident in South Korea has left one person dead and several injured after a woman accidentally set her apartment building ablaze while trying to kill a cockroach with an improvised flamethrower.

Police in the city of Osan, about 30 miles south of Seoul, confirmed that the fire broke out around 5:30 a.m. on Monday, October 20, when the woman, said to be in her 20s, used a lighter and a flammable spray in an attempt to burn the insect.

Authorities described the suspect as “a flight risk” and disclosed that an arrest warrant has been issued. She now faces charges of causing death by negligence and accidentally starting a fire.

According to investigators, the woman admitted that she had previously used the same method to get rid of pests but lost control of the flames this time, triggering a massive blaze that quickly spread through the building.

The fire forced several residents to flee for safety, with some attempting to escape through windows as smoke engulfed their apartments.

Among the victims was a Chinese woman in her 30s, who had reportedly given birth to her first child just two months earlier.

Witnesses said she and her husband opened a window and called for help as smoke filled their fifth-floor flat. In a desperate attempt to save their baby, the couple passed the infant to a neighbour in the adjacent building.

The husband managed to leap across to safety, but the new mother fell five stories while trying to follow him. She sustained severe injuries and was rushed to the hospital, where she was later confirmed dead.

Eight other residents reportedly suffered minor injuries from smoke inhalation.

Police say investigations are ongoing and that the case will be handed over to prosecutors once preliminary inquiries are completed.

Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has filed a lawsuit against human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju, accusing him of making defamatory and reckless statements on social media.

The case, lodged at the Anambra State High Court in Onitsha, seeks several declarations and orders against Adeyanju for what Obi described as “false, baseless, unfounded, malicious, reckless, scandalous, and defamatory” remarks.

In the suit, Obi is asking the court to compel Adeyanju to issue an unreserved public apology on all his social media platforms and in three national newspapers.

According to the court documents, the plaintiff wants “an order compelling the Defendant to immediately retract and delete from all his social media platforms, including but not limited to his ‘X’ handle @adeyanjudeji, his verified Facebook account ‘Adeyanju Deji,’ Instagram account @AdeyanjuDeji and any other online platforms or sites, all false and malicious publications describing the Plaintiff with derogatory labels (including ‘leader of a mob,’ ‘religious bigot,’ ‘fraud,’ ‘scum,’ ‘political fraud,’ ‘political prostitute’), allegations of financial misconduct, dishonesty, or abuse of office, which have harmed the Plaintiff’s personal, political, and professional reputation.”

Obi is also seeking an order of perpetual injunction restraining Adeyanju and his associates from further publishing or broadcasting any defamatory content about him.

The Labour Party chieftain further demands aggravated and/or exemplary damages of ₦500 million for what he described as Adeyanju’s “reckless, malicious and persistent” publications, allegedly aimed at ridiculing him before Nigerians and the international community.

In addition, Obi seeks ₦1 billion in general damages as compensation for the emotional distress and reputational harm caused by the alleged defamation.

Ibadan witnessed a historic moment on Friday as former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, was officially crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The ancient city came to a standstill as residents and dignitaries gathered to mark the significant traditional transition.

In the early hours of the day, Ibadan’s usual activities were suspended, as markets and numerous private businesses shut down operations to honour the coronation. The atmosphere across the city took on a ceremonial tone, with many residents treating the day as a de facto public holiday. Those unable to attend the event in person tuned in via television and radio broadcasts.

The coronation ceremony, held at the historic Mapo Hall, attracted a large turnout from within and outside Nigeria. The venue was filled beyond capacity, as dignitaries, guests, and traditional rulers converged on the iconic site. Security operatives worked to manage the crowd, which swelled with citizens eager to witness the occasion firsthand.

Reports from across the city indicated that hotel occupancy surged in the days leading up to the event. Observers noted that nearly all hotels in Ibadan, both large and boutique, were fully booked. The influx of visitors underscored the national and international significance attached to the coronation of Oba Ladoja.

Among the prominent guests expected was President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was scheduled to lead a delegation of political leaders, traditional rulers, business executives, and cultural figures. Also in attendance were governors, ministers, lawmakers, and notable personalities from different regions and countries.

The installation of Oba Ladoja has been described as one of the most notable events in Ibadan’s recent history. The new monarch, known for his political background, modesty, and bridge-building qualities, is widely regarded as a respected figure within and beyond the city. His ascension is seen as a moment of pride not only for Ibadan but also for the wider Yoruba community and Nigeria as a whole.

For many indigenes of Ibadan, including those in the diaspora, the crowning of Oba Rashidi Ladoja signals the beginning of a new era in the city’s storied leadership tradition. The coronation has been received with a strong sense of unity, celebration, and cultural pride across Ibadanland.