Nigeria has recorded 214 deaths from Lassa fever in 2026, with the Case Fatality Rate (CFR) rising to 25%, according

…after Arsenal lose to PSG, an old video clip of an arsenal fan, who hanged himself to death, went in circulation, sparking reactions and stirring emotions among the general public as if it was a recent event. Though the situation in the country is not palatable, but the way many online users are painting it makes it wo…

…and compensation schemes to informal workers who suffer injuries, disabilities or death while earning a living. FIWON stressed that meaningful democracy must translate into improved living standards and social welfare for citizens, insisting that pensions, healthcare and social protection are critical to ensuring digni…

…Labour Party, took part in the poll conducted to fill the vacancy created by the sudden death of the former representative of the senatorial district, Senator Barry Mpigi, in February this year. The election covered seven local government areas that make up the Rivers South-East senatorial district which include Khana,…

A mob in Maraban Jos, a community along the Kaduna-Abuja highway in Kaduna State, dragged a woman from police custody and burned her to death over allegations of child theft, police authorities said on Sunday.

…talks were postponed after Israel launched deadly strikes in Lebanon following the deaths of four of its soldiers in combat there. Israel’s military chief visited troops in south Lebanon on Sunday, where he said Hezbollah was in a “very difficult position”. “Hezbollah has suffered a severe and significant blow, and we…

…which makes gaming and audio accessories. "Ubisoft was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Claude Guillemot, co-founder of the group and chairman of Guillemot Corp., in an accident," Ubisoft said in a statement. "Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. No further statements will…

…pressure" before selecting Dr. Peter Akpe as his new deputy governor following the death of Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo on December 11, 2025. Akpe was later sworn in on February 25, after what the governor said was a process guided by divine direction and prayer support from clerics. Speaking on Sunday during a specia…

…the kingmakers' council from the interim administrative committee established after the death of the late Awujale, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. "The government constituted an interim arrangement following the passing of our revered monarch, and Chief Kuku was appointed chairman of that body. That is separate from the Afo…

He added that the Commissioner of Police has directed detectives to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the heinous act, while ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice. The PPRO further said that surveillance and intelligence-led operations have been expanded across relevant locations as part of…

…it had commenced a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the command disclosed that the incident was reported at the Owode Egba Police Division by a resident of Iyana Agodo Village who ra…

…that an investigation has commenced to unravel all the circumstances surrounding their death. He said, “The incident was reported at Owode Egba Division on Sunday, June 21, 2026, by a resident of Iyana Agodo Village, who raised alarm over suspicious activities at the residence. “The Ogun State Police Command has commen…

…having served with Ogun State Television (OGTV) before her retirement. News of her death has sparked grief among colleagues, friends, and residents of the state. When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident. He stated that official reaction from the State Police Comm…

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said: "The police operatives attached to Okpoko Divisional Police Headquarters, in the early hours of today, June 21, 2026, received information about the discovery of two lifeless infant twins abandoned in a drainage channel along Cooperative Street, Nwok…

The Bauchi State House of Assembly has been thrown into mourning following the death of the member representing Sakwa Constituency, Hon. Mohammed Wanzam Zaki. The lawmaker died in the early hours of Sunday after a brief illness, according to an announcement by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman. Un…

…was conducted to fill the vacant Nasarawa North Senatorial seat following the death of the district’s former representative, Senator Godiya Akwashiki. INEC has yet to respond to the allegations raised by the NDC as of the time of filing this report. NDC rejects Nasarawa North by-election result, demands fresh poll

INEC had scheduled the Saturday's by-election for Enugu North District following the death of Okey Ezea, the senator representing the district in the red chamber.

…who polled 98 votes. The by-election was conducted to fill the vacancy created by the death of former House of Representatives member Muhammad Danjuma-Hassan of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). Kebbi State In Kebbi State, APC candidate Rabiu Garba Aiki emerged victorious in the Zuru State Constituency by-election…

…victories in all areas. The by-election was conducted to fill the vacancy created by the death of the former Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru. Results announced by INEC showed that Aiki recorded his highest vote tally in Rafin Zuru Ward, where he polled 1,042 votes against the LP candid…

…citizens warned that the hospital’s current condition could contribute to preventable deaths, health complications, and declining public confidence in the healthcare system. They emphasized that First Referral Hospital Baissa remains the backbone of healthcare delivery in Kurmi LGA and neighboring communities, noting t…

…Bye-election was conducted to fill up the vacant position created following the sudden death of the former representative of the Senatorial District, Senator Barry Mpigi, who died on in February this year. The election covered seven local government areas that make up the Rivers South-East senatorial District which inc…

…infections may be spreading undetected among thousands of vulnerable residents. The deaths, recorded since early May at the Kigonze displacement camp in Bunia, Ituri Province, have triggered concern among health officials and humanitarian organizations already battling an Ebola outbreak in the region. Medical workers s…

…was conducted to fill the vacant Nasarawa North Senatorial seat following the death of Godiya Akwashiki. As of press time, the Independent National Electoral Commission had not issued an official response to the allegations of BVAS malfunction or other reported irregularities, while collation of results was ongoing. Na…

…Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced a 37-year-old man, Zakaria Garba, to death by hanging for his role in the deadly 2014 Nyanya Motor Park bomb attack that claimed several lives and left many others injured. Justice James Omotosho handed down the sentence during the recently concluded mass trial of terro…

…the country. “The whole railway network will be feeling the sadness and sorrow of his death,” he said. A spokesperson for Network Rail also expressed condolences to the driver’s family, friends and colleagues. Meanwhile, King Charles III said he was “greatly saddened” by the incident, with Buckingham Palace extending s…