ANXIETY has gripped Odogbolu, Ogun State, following the deaths of an herbalist, Chief Kabiru Rasaq, popularly known as Amigboro, and his wife, Kehinde, who reportedly died hours apart on Friday after the former’s death following an unsuccessful surgery. PUNCH Metro learnt on Sunday that Chief Rasaq reportedly died afte…

…that that was the fourth time the mysterious gas leak would be causing confusion and anxiety in Ijebu land. The first incident in April affected about 40 students, while over 120 students were reportedly hospitalised after another exposure in May. A further 69 students were also hospitalised on June 1 after another occ…

…disaster, but they cannot fully capture the grief of families who lost loved ones or the anxiety of those who fled without knowing when they would return. For Ezekiel Salihu, a resident of Binnari, the attack has left the community in desperate need of government intervention. Recalling what happened, he said residents…

…He also called for stronger risk communication and community engagement to address anxiety, correct misinformation and encourage cooperation with public health teams. The response depends on a chain of connected actions: surveillance identifies a possible case; laboratory testing helps establish the diagnosis; hospital…

…Benefit Scheme. If it does not want retired civil servants to continue languishing in anxiety, hardship and uncertainty, it should listen to their demands and address their grievances.

…Adviser over reported non-compliance with approved Ebola entry protocols, amid growing anxiety over the confirmation of an imported case in Abuja. Saturday PUNCH gathered that the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare had directed relevant agencies to document and report actual or attempted breaches of the prot…

…Kingibe's claims as factually baseless and driven by a desire to exploit public anxiety ahead of the 2027 general elections.Hon. Philip Agbese, Labour Party leader in Benue state, challenges Senator Ireti Kingibe over her claims about Nigeria's new tax laws. Photo: Philip Agbese, Sen Ireti Kingibe CrewKingibe playing d…

…on the published final list received invitations. It said the development had generated anxiety, allegations of manipulation and a crisis of public confidence, adding that some affected candidates reportedly resigned from their jobs, trained replacements and incurred substantial expenses in anticipation of their formal…

…Badge Project, which uses storytelling to support military veterans dealing with PTSD, anxiety and depression. His passion for the natural world led him to create the documentary series *Reflections of the River* and advocate for river conservation.He is survived by his third wife Julie, five children and several grand…

…to appear before the House on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, following the concerns and anxiety trailing the repeated gas leak in the Ijebu axis of the state As part of the House resolution during its sitting on Thursday, Elemide said, “The Commissioner for Environment and his team, the State Environmental Protection Age…

…he said.The possibility of being separated from his parents remained a source of anxiety for the young basketball player. He also reflected on how the lack of documentation prevented his family from pursuing the opportunities they believed were within reach."We didn't have the opportunity to be who we were destined to…

…of the girls said her daughter had attempted to take her own life, and struggled with anxiety and sleepless nights, and said "her bubbly personality has dimmed." The mother of another girl said her daughter was stuck in a cycle of insomnia and constant nightmares, and felt judged by others for being groomed and defiled…

…mount in Pushit districtAccording to Daily Trust, Tabitha said the incident has deepened anxiety among residents of Pushit and nearby communities, who have already endured repeated attacks in settlements including Vodni, Sabon Gari and Nchiya."The incident has heightened concerns over the security situation in Pushit a…

…shared candid moments with her online following, capturing both her joy and her anxiety about motherhood. In April, she introduced Snow to her followers in a touching video post. Her last Instagram upload, shared in July, showed her baby girl, whom she described simply as "my whole heart."Following news of her death, t…

…awareness campaigns and implement practical measures to support young people. He said anxiety, depression, substance use and other mental health challenges were affecting young Nigerians, while many of those in need of assistance continued to face barriers such as the cost of treatment, inadequate services and stigma.…

…N1 billion in general, exemplary and aggravated damages, citing psychological distress, anxiety and reputational harm he said would arise from any unlawful forfeiture proceedings. He also claimed N100 million in legal costs.The AGF's representative, Maimuna Lami-Shiru, Director of Civil Litigation and Public Law, argue…

…Harrison Chinaka, a Lagos resident, said renting an apartment now comes with anxiety over whether a building is structurally safe. “As someone with a family, the thought of renting an apartment in Lagos now comes with a level of fear unlike before. While searching for accommodation now, I can’t help but wonder whether…

…Akwa Ibom states. Reports that the abductors had demanded ransom have also heightened anxiety among the families of the affected graduates. Bolaji called for improved communication between the NYSC and the families of the abducted graduates, noting that security concerns should not prevent the authorities from providin…

…a reputation that unsettles many applicants ahead of its screening exercise. Despite the anxiety, she sat the examination and performed well enough to secure a place.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!She wrote in her post description on TikTok:"I didn't think this was wort…

…price increases would weaken the economy,” the report stated, highlighting widespread anxiety over inflation. This strain may have forced families to strictly prioritize essential needs, CBN noted. The survey report pointed out that food remained the highest spending priority, followed closely by household goods, educa…

…security allies. “Incidents and accidents involving US military personnel cause great anxiety among the local community and must not be allowed to happen,” Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said. Last year, a Japanese court sentenced a US Marine accused of choking and attempting to rape a woman in her 20s to seven year…

…popularly known as Asiri Eniba, expressed concern that the incident had heightened anxiety among the victims’ families, friends and the wider community. In a statement released on Saturday, Oyewale urged the FG, the NYSC, state governments and security agencies to take immediate and decisive measures to address the sec…

…official was available to respond to the allegations. The allegations came amid growing anxiety among families following the reported abduction of 19 prospective corps members who were travelling from Ibadan, Oyo State, to the NYSC permanent orientation camp in Abia State. The young graduates had boarded a bus operated…

…some of the victims’ families and demanded N50m for each person. The demand heightened anxiety among families as security operatives continued efforts to locate the missing passengers. Recounting how the incident happened, Akpan said the two buses left Bodija/Samonda Park in Ibadan on Wednesday but were delayed by traf…

…insurance operators, policyholders, and the wider public for any reputational harm or anxiety its earlier statement may have caused.CGGN Reaffirms Commitment to AccountabilityDespite the full retraction, the Coalition said pulling back its earlier demands did not weaken its interest in ensuring that the recapitalisatio…