…the third set. 'Since my mum died at 71, she's deemed to be in the topmost category of deaths. A cow has been demanded. 'Thankfully, with wisdom, we've been having meaningful conversations concerning these demands. I've kept my cool with a smiley face, navigating these conversations. 'Why am I documenting these things?…

GistReel Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday declared that the country would become a peaceful, blessed and fruitful nation. She also prayed that there would be no more death or barrenness in the country. She made the declaration during the commissioning of the Bwari Satellite Town Water Supply Network in …

…an associate fellow at Chatham House. • ‘Heinous attacks’ – Iranian state media reported deaths in the latest US strikes, which it said targeted large areas across the south and west. At least four explosions were heard Monday east of Bandar Abbas, which sits on the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media reported, citin…

…treatment.According to the WHO, more than 1,900 confirmed cases and over 700 confirmed deaths have been recorded during the current outbreak. Germany's health ministry stressed that the patient poses no risk to the general public or other patients at the Frankfurt hospital. "The risk of someone infected with Ebola ente…

…in Cancer. Declaring that Africa already knows what must be done to reduce cancer deaths, the NICRAT boss said the challenge lies in implementing proven strategies. “Essentially, we need to walk the talk. Generally, we know what needs to be done. Our biggest problem is coordination,” Aliyu said. “We know what to do, an…

…recorded in the DRC since the outbreak was declared in mid-May, including 600 confirmed deaths. In neighbouring Uganda, two people have died from the disease, while 17 of the country's 20 confirmed cases have recovered.According to the WHO, the outbreak in the DRC currently has a 34 per cent case fatality rate, based o…

…Around the world, methanol poisoning linked to illicit alcohol has resulted in avoidable deaths and permanent disabilities. Legitimate manufacturers have consistently emphasised that such incidents are overwhelmingly linked to criminal operators rather than recognised brands. Even so, consumer confidence suffers whenev…

…paid tribute to the five worshippers who died in the kidnappers' den, describing their deaths as a painful loss that would never be forgotten. "Even as we celebrate this joyful reunion, our hearts remain heavy with grief as we remember the five precious worshippers who lost their lives in the kidnappers' den," Thompson…

…while one other person was also killed at another location, bringing the total number of deaths to figure 18. "However, a reconciliation committee headed by the local government council officials are working with the security agencies towards addressing the crisis, as joint Police and military patrols have been deploye…

…women to seek hospital deliveries, contributing to reductions in maternal and neonatal deaths in rural communities. ICFJ President Sharon Moshavi said the awards underscore the important relationship between journalism and Wikipedia. "Journalism and Wikipedia need each other. Wikipedia's volunteer editors rely on indep…

…the continued xenophobic protests and attacks on migrants, especially after the deaths of two Nigerians, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu. She said the federal government had demanded that South African authorities urgently investigate the killings and ensure that those responsible are identified and brought to just…

…Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the government expressed outrage over the deaths. The statement said, "One victim, Emeka Charles Iroegbu, was reportedly killed by Tshwane Metro Police officers on 28th June 2026, in Sunnyside, Pretoria, using gruesome interrogation techniques." The government further recal…

…and near Tehran’s Mosalla,” Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported on Sunday, but no deaths had been recorded. Footage from state television showed Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran’s parliament speaker and its chief negotiator in talks with the United States, attending the prayers. Also seen was Esmail Qaani, head of…

…blood transfusions with a proposed law aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths and improving healthcare standards across the state. Speaker of the Assembly, Dr. Abubakar Suleiman, disclosed this on Saturday in Kano during a three-day retreat for lawmakers on the proposed Bill for the Prohibition of Unsafe Childbi…

…is linked to decades of exposure to emissions from nearby oil and gas facilities. Infant deaths For 27-year-old Goodness Oriete, the conversation about pollution is deeply personal. It revives memories she has struggled to overcome. Seated quietly outside her modest home in Okwuzi, she recounted how she lost her two-ye…

…survival analysis, pneumonia alone is responsible for a significant proportion of child deaths globally, with Nigeria consistently contributing a high share due to low immunisation coverage and environmental risks such as indoor air pollution and malnutrition. A 2019 UNICEF analysis noted that Nigeria accounted for the…

…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…

…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…

…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…

…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,…

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…

…from the rest of the city by lack of connecting overhead flyover and bridge. Avoidable deaths were also being recorded daily at the Jahi 'death spot' due to the absence of any control mechanism for those coming from Dawaki to Jahi and those coming from Gwarinpa into Jahi or drive up to Dawaki. Left in that state of con…

…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.…

…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…

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