…for allegedly sexu@lly extorting two teenage boys in the U.S., resulting in their deaths. A statement from the EFCC says Olawale and Adekunle had been identified in separate investigations by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, in se#tortion schemes targeting male minors, particularly those between the ages of 13…

…and surveillance. The report recorded 20.6 million new cancer cases and 9.8 million deaths worldwide in 2024. Latest estimates from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the World Health Organization's specialised cancer agency, project that annual new cancer cases could reach 34 million by 2050, a 67…

…geopolitical zones, the Northwest recorded the highest figures in incidents, victims and deaths. “Zamfara recorded 236 kidnapping incidents and 1,921 victims, nearly a quarter of the national total. The North accounts for 93.7% of all abducted persons, while the South’s share has shrunk to just 6.3%,” the report stated…

…a bill to create a National Electoral Offences Commission, driven partly by the over 100 deaths recorded during the 2023 presidential election. Despite over a decade of committee recommendations and several bills passed by one legislative chamber or another, the idea of an Electoral Offences Commission never scaled thr…

…mark the 35th anniversary of the creation of Osun State, as he acknowledged the pains, deaths and injuries arising from the recent electoral crisis. The governor said the difficult circumstances surrounding the election had tested the state’s democratic values, while commending residents for their commitment to democra…

…crimes and our thoughts remain with the victims and their loved ones. As with all deaths in custody, the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman is investigating, and it would be inappropriate to comment further before the conclusion of its findings."Halstead, a 33-year-old former American model, was killed in 1990. Her mutila…

…Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, disclosed that the reform is targeted at reducing suicide deaths and attempts by 15 per cent by 2030. Briefing State House correspondents after the FEC meeting, Pate said suicide remains a major public health concern in Nigeria and globally, citing World Health Organisation data showing i…

…issued a statement condemning a terrorist attack in Niger State, Nigeria, that caused deaths and kidnappingsThe UAE expressed condolences to Nigeria and called for the safe return of all those taken during the attackThe ministry said the UAE firmly rejects all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism targeting secur…

…programme aimed at addressing the persistent farmer-herder crisis, which has resulted in deaths and displacement in Benue and other parts of Nigeria.The Federal Government has said the ranching initiative would begin with a pilot project in Plateau State before being extended to Benue, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Adamawa and the…

…several states. Iniedu said police operatives responded to the mob action following the deaths of the two suspects. “The remains of the deceased were recovered and deposited at the General Hospital, Nasko, while investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those involved…

…affair”, he said. “Campaigns must be issue-based and not ad hominem. With the number of deaths recorded in the recent Osun State governorship election, party leaders at all levels must warn their members and supporters to eschew violence, ethnic profiling and hate speech. “Public office is not a path to the inordinate…

GistReel Social commentator and businessman Isaac Fayose has reacted to the controversies surrounding the recently concluded Osun State governorship election, lamenting the alleged loss of lives and the huge sums reportedly spent by political parties. Taking to his Instagram page, Fayose claimed that 29 people had lost…

…Ogun State. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has driven a wave of overdose deaths in the United States and other countries in recent years, and its precursor chemicals are tightly monitored internationally because small amounts can be used to produce large quantities of the drug. According to the US Centres…

…consular assistance," a U.S. State Department spokesperson said, confirming the deaths of the five American citizens. "We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones on their loss." Video footage circulating on social media showed smoke rising from the terrain near the base of the mountain where the a…

…appears to be stirring in Benue State. For a state long associated with insecurity, deaths, abandoned infrastructure and economic hardship, a new narrative of roads, bridges, industries and improved healthcare is beginning to emerge, with residents expressing renewed optimism over the direction of the state. Across com…

…2024The IDF opened criminal investigations into Rajab's killing and the March 2025 deaths of 15 paramedics, but cleared three other high-profile incidentsWorld Central Kitchen slammed the IDF's decision not to investigate the killing of its seven aid workers, calling the military's findings 'deeply offensive'PAY ATTENT…

…confirming the crash and fatalities, marking its first official acknowledgement of deathsThe Air Accident Investigation Department has taken charge of the inquiry into the cause of the crashPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Police have confirmed that all seven people on board a helico…

…on the sidelines of the ceremony, Sowore dismissed the accord as a “ritual”, citing deaths recorded during the August 15 governorship election in Osun State. “I don’t have faith in it. I’m bringing faith to the system. Those are two different things,” Sowore said. He alleged that people who signed previous peace accord…

…candidates ahead of the 2027 general election as a mere ritual. He cited the deaths of 50 people in Osun State’s August 15 governorship election as proof that similar pacts have failed to prevent political violence in the past. Sowore made the claim while fielding questions from our correspondent when he spoke to journ…

…was sent to Ghana Police Headquarters to seek clarification over Maazi's arrest and the deaths of the two other suspects. by Linda Ikeji at 17/08/2026 10:57 PM | Share this Story

…also raised concerns over the level of violence recorded in the state, noting that 34 deaths had been linked to the build-up to the election. “Osun is currently tense and highly competitive, signposted by violence. When you have attempts to undermine institutions from performing their constitutional functions, what you…

…incidents were recorded across Osun State between October 2025 and July 2026, with 12 deaths reported in 14 local government areas.This is according to a new assessment published days before the Saturday, August 15, 2026, governorship election.73 violence incidents occur in Osun as campaigns heat up ahead of the govern…

…faced persistent militant violence for more than a decade, resulting in thousands of deaths and widespread displacement. The region has also experienced a series of military coups, with elected governments overthrown in several countries.

…more than $2 million. We initially targeted a 25 per cent reduction in maternal deaths, but achieved more than a 50 per cent reduction in both maternal and infant mortality in the pilot areas. Our objective is to demonstrate to governments that if they adopt proven interventions, these deaths can be drastically reduced…

…professor Trump administration revokes over 175,000 US visas Trump demands Iran pay for deaths, damage across Middle East Gaza militia commander says Hamas will reject any deal requiring disarmament Iran appoints ex-IRGC commander to top security position Israel rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan 'Joe Biden's can…