…visits former youth and sports minister Damishi Sango to offer condolences after the deaths of two of Sango's siblings within days. Photo >Ropshik announced the condolence visit on Friday, July 17, describing the back-to-back losses as painful and expressing deep sympathy for Sango and those close to him.He wrote on hi…

…which can cause “explosive diarrhea,” among other symptoms. There have been no deaths and 94 hospitalisations related to that outbreak, the health agency said. The CDC said that those illnesses were lab-confirmed and linked specifically to the outbreak at Taco Bell locations in those states. The figure does not encompa…

…mine shaft during an operation targeting illicit mining, a police spokeswoman said. The deaths are the first military fatalities since President Cyril Ramaphosa deployed troops in March to bolster police operations against crime and illegal mining. The incident occurred at an abandoned mine west of Johannesburg as sold…

…the injured officers received adequate care. Explaining why the police make public the deaths of officers killed in the line of duty, the IG said personnel were human beings and are entitled to be mourned and celebrated, stressing that the practice was standard globally. “Police officers, first and foremost, are human…

…dismissed the broader suggestion that the abduction was stage-managed, pointing to the deaths recorded during the ordeal as proof of its authenticity. “Those saying the kidnapping was staged don’t know what they are saying. If it was staged, would they have killed two people? If it was staged, what we went through in t…

…announcement, issued on July 16, 2026, holds Trump directly responsible for the deaths of Soleimani and al-Muhandis. It claims the reward money was raised through donations from supporters and urges individuals, groups, or organizations to execute or assist in the assassination.The group stated that it is offering the…

…awareness campaign aimed at combating preeclampsia and reducing maternal and neonatal deaths across communities in the state. The campaign, organised by the Cross River State chapter of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) is themed, “Preeclampsia: The Unforeseen Enemy at the Door.” Speaking on…

…banditry, and insurgency across Northern Nigeria, which resulted in thousands of deaths and widespread displacement, saying such crises did not provoke comparable nationwide ultimatums or resignation demands from Southern groups. He also referenced controversies surrounding the deaths and medical treatment of prominent…

…Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has confirmed eight rabies cases and two deaths in the territory, urging residents to vaccinate their dogs and cats to curb the virus' spread. The Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat of the FCTA confirmed the rabies outbreak on Wednesday in Abuja. The Director o…

The National Population Commission says Nigerians can now register births and deaths and obtain certificates online through its newly introduced digital registration platform, eliminating the need for physical visits in many cases. NPC Chairman, Dr Aminu Yusuf, announced the commencement of the Electronic Civil Registr…

…armed agents have faced nationwide backlash for aggressive tactics and for the shooting deaths of two US citizens earlier this year in Minneapolis. Rights groups identified the victim in Monday’s shooting in Biddeford, Maine as Joan Sebastian Guerrero, 26, a delivery driver authorized to work in the United States, who…

…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…