…poverty, conflict and poor access to healthcare often turn a treatable illness into a death sentence. Nigeria's children remain trapped in a cycle of preventable illness, with malaria, diarrhoea, pneumonia and vaccine-preventable diseases continuing to dominate outpatient visits and child health outcomes, according to…

Gombe State Governor, Inuwa Yahaya, on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Kwami, who passed away after a brief illness. In a statement issued by the Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Misilli, the governor described the late former commissioner as a ded…

Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes have killed nearly 3,000, official figures showed on Saturday, as international rescue teams began winding down search operations for survivors in the rubble. Fatalities jumped by more than 300 from Friday to 2,954, following the June 24 disaster that left thousands homeless in …

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has risen to 2,954, according to official figures released on Saturday. Fatalities increased by more than 300 from Friday, with over 16,000 injured following the June 24 disaster that toppled scores of buildings and left thousands still missing. One of Latin…

The death toll from Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes has risen to 2,954, according to official figures released on Saturday. Fatalities increased by more than 300 from Friday, with over 16,000 injured following the June 24 disaster that toppled scores of buildings and left thousands still missing. One of Latin…

…Alaba Dada, confirmed the victims' release to PUNCH Online on Saturday but lamented the death of one of the captives. "I am so happy, and I am sad also. I am happy in the sense that they released the kidnapped persons. We lost one woman among them; that is what makes me sad. But we appreciate God for the people that ca…

…that have repeatedly accused EU authorities of not doing enough to help prevent deaths. More than 14,000 people landed in Italy during the first six months of the year, most of whom set off from Libya, according to the UNHCR. Nearly 60 per cent of them arrived in Lampedusa, it said. The numbers are far from the peaks r…

…Khamenei, who ruled the Islamic republic as its number one from 1989 until his death aged 86 on the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran on February 28. The events will be scrutinised in particular for any signs of Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei, who was named supreme leader a week after the killing…

…approvals, and financial transactions. *The panel must also investigate the mysterious death of Mr. Babatunde Tanimola and the assassination attempts on Prince Adeyemi, with a view to uncovering the full truth and bringing perpetrators to justice. *The Chief of Staff should be compelled to produce all official document…

…and parts of Bassa Local Government Area have repeatedly suffered attacks, resulting in deaths, injuries, displacement and disruption of economic activities. It urged security agencies to sustain offensive operations against criminal elements while calling on government at all levels to strengthen intelligence gatherin…

…his political journey. In a personal tribute released on Friday following Oseni’s death, the President expressed deep sorrow over the loss of his longtime ally, describing him as a visionary administrator, democrat, friend and brother whose contributions to Lagos State and Nigeria would remain unforgettable. “It is wit…

…the Ivorian Ambassador to Nigeria, Kalilou Traore, to demand an explanation over the death of a Nigerian, Usama Murtala, while in custody in Côte d'Ivoire, and requested compensation for his family. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, raised the issue during a meeting with the envoy at h…

…been charged with murder in Eswatini after allegedly beating their mother’s boyfriend to death over claims that he was involved in a romantic relationship with her. The accused - Mlondi Mbuli, 25, Sakhelwe Mbuli, 18, and Lindani Mdziniso, 23 - appeared before the Mbabane Magistrates Court in connection with the killing…

…if Mexico defeat England in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash, following the deaths of at least four fans during celebrations after the team’s last victory. According to Reuters, Sheinbaum urged supporters to avoid excessive alcohol consumption and overcrowded public spaces after celebrations following Mexico’s…

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…to the outbreak.According to him, the outbreak resulted in 13 confirmed cases and 3 deaths."Health authorities successfully identified and monitored more than 650 contacts across 33 countries and territories, helping to prevent further transmission through coordinated international surveillance and quarantine measures,…

…demonstrated exceptional leadership while serving in an acting capacity following the death of the immediate past Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Tosan Erhabor, adding that medical laboratory scientists across the country welcomed his substantive appointment. Describing the new Registrar as "a square p…

More than 1,000 deaths in Spain were attributed to the recent heatwave that roasted Europe, as the country posted the hottest first six months ever recorded, officials said on Wednesday. At least 1,028 people died of heat-related issues during the heatwave, the public Carlos III Health Institute said. The figure was mo…

…activists and the police. The office of the UN human rights chief condemned the death of at least one demonstrator. Another rally is planned for July 8. Sesanga is part of the C64 (Coalition Article 64) set up in May to oppose the presidential move. He told AFP that on Sunday he went to the airport where officials at t…

…is the massive construction of roads and bridges in areas that had hitherto remained deathtraps to commuters and danger zones to drivers and motorists in the FCT. Although the minister has so far constructed many roads and bridges and provided other indispensable services across the capital city, the work he has done t…

The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 589, as rescuers race to reach survivors before the "golden window" to save people closes. According to CNN, the second quake was the country's strongest in over a century. The report, however, states that nearly 3,000 people have been injured,…

…where investigators said they believed the heatwave was the most likely reason for the deaths. The latest heatwave to hit Europe has seen outdoor events cancelled, transport disrupted, schools shut and office workers told to work from home, as the authorities issued health alerts to protect the elderly and vulnerable.…

…State. The violence reportedly began when a Fulani herder allegedly stabbed a farmer to death on his farmland. In a reprisal attack, members of the farming community allegedly attacked Fulani settlements in the area, killing about eight persons and escalating tensions within the community. Confirming the incident to ou…

…Fatika were often delayed or disrupted, contributing to avoidable maternal and infant deaths. "The reconstruction of this bridge has significantly improved access to emergency healthcare services and reduced the challenges faced by pregnant women and other vulnerable residents," he said. Earlier, the Kaduna State Commi…

…adjourned the trial of a nurse, Hannatu James, who is facing charges over the alleged death of two minors at Martha Bamaiyi General Hospital, Zuru. Justice Nusirat Ibrahim Umar adjourned the matter until July 13, 2026, following the absence of the defendant's lead counsel, who was said to be ill. James is standing tria…