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Lassa fever deaths rise to 259 as Nigeria records 1,086 confirmed cases
Nigeria has recorded 259 Lassa fever deaths from 1,086 confirmed cases in 2026, with the case-fatality rate at 23.9 per cent, above the 18.6 per cent recorded during the same period in 2025 The post Lassa fever deaths…
FCTA investigates 15 suspected diphtheria cases, records two deaths
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confirmed five cases of diphtheria out of 15 suspected cases investigated in the territory, with two deaths recorded among the confirmed cases The post FCTA…
US: Measles cases top 170 as Wisconsin reports new county
Chippewa is the third new Wisconsin county to report a measles case in the past week, as cases continue to rise across the state and the United States. The post US: Measles cases top 170 as Wisconsin reports new county…
Diphtheria: Kano, Borno, Plateau, Five Others Contribute 98% Of Confirmed Cases In Nigeria — NCDC
It said that the confirmed cases and fatalities recorded in Nigeria from August 24 to August 30, 2026 stood at 69 suspected cases, 48 confirmed cases, and four deaths. The post Diphtheria: Kano, Borno, Plateau, Five…
BREAKING: US Journalist Reveals Three Drug Cases Linked To Tinubu, Raises Possibility Of Fourth Sealed Case
BREAKING: US Journalist Reveals Three Drug Cases Linked To Tinubu, Raises Possibility Of Fourth Sealed Case Greenspan disclosed the details in an exclusive interview with Laolu Akande, founder of Empowered Newswire,…
Israeli lobbyist seeks global attention to Nnamdi Kanu’s case
An Israeli lobbyist, Heidi Moses, has called for increased international attention to the case of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of The post Israeli lobbyist seeks global attention to Nnamdi Kanu’s case appeared first on Tribune…
Fake drugs: NAFDAC prosecutes only 40 of 5,210 cases in 3 years
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC) pursued only 40 cases over a three-year period despite read more Fake drugs: NAFDAC prosecutes only 40 of 5,210 cases in 3 years
Diphtheria: Academy links low immunity to rising cases
The Academy of Medical Sciences has linked rising diphtheria cases in Nigeria to low immunity, with eight states accounting for 98% of over 10,000 cases. Read More:…
Nigeria Records 263 Lassa Fever Deaths, 1,115 Confirmed Cases — NCDC
The NCDC identified late presentation of patients as a factor contributing to the higher case fatality rate. The post Nigeria Records 263 Lassa Fever Deaths, 1,115 Confirmed Cases — NCDC appeared first on Channels…
Court strikes out criminal case against Taraba businessman
An Upper Area Court No. 7 sitting in Jalingo, on Wednesday, struck out a criminal case instituted against The post Court strikes out criminal case against Taraba businessman appeared first on Tribune Online.
Kenya confirms second Ebola case as contact develops symptoms in quarantine
The 39-year-old patient developed symptoms while in quarantine, as Kenyan health authorities continued tracing contacts of the country’s first confirmed Ebola case. The post Kenya confirms second Ebola case as contact…
Respiratory Problems Climb Past 170,000 Cases In Haze-Hit Indonesia
More than 40,000 of the recorded respiratory cases affected toddlers, she said. The post Respiratory Problems Climb Past 170,000 Cases In Haze-Hit Indonesia appeared first on Channels Television.
Poisonous Drinks: Ondo Govt confirms 49 deaths as new cases are recorded in another LGA
The government also said the cases increased from 60 to 170 as of last Friday. The post Poisonous Drinks: Ondo Govt confirms 49 deaths as new cases are recorded in another LGA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
BREAKING: Osun Court Orders Immediate Transfer Of Tanfeani Case File To DPP Over 14-Year-Old’s Killing
BREAKING: Osun Court Orders Immediate Transfer Of Tanfeani Case File To DPP Over 14-Year-Old’s Killing The order followed an ex-parte application filed by the State in connection with the case involving Kareem, who was…
Ebola deaths hit 4,242, cases rise to 8,787 in DR Congo — WHO
THE World Health Organisation (WHO) says the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 8,787 cases and 4,242 confirmed deaths. The post Ebola deaths hit 4,242, cases rise to 8,787 in DR Congo —…
Abia records 7 GBV cases in one month – Commissioner
According to the official, the cases included alleged rape and domestic violence against a pregnant woman. The post Abia records 7 GBV cases in one month – Commissioner appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Diphtheria deaths rise to 27 as suspected cases hit 303 in Plateau
The number of suspected diphtheria cases in Plateau State has risen to 303, with the reported death toll increasing to 27, according to the state epidemiologist. The post Diphtheria deaths rise to 27 as suspected cases…
NCDC reports 1,086 Lassa fever cases, 259 deaths
The NCDC reports Nigeria has recorded 1,086 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 259 deaths across 24 states in 2026, with a case fatality rate of 23.9%. Read More:…
Kenya confirms first Ebola case as patient dies in Nairobi
Kenya has confirmed its first case of Ebola after a Kenyan national who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive for the virus and died in Nairobi. The post Kenya confirms first Ebola case…
Ebola: NCDC Strengthens Preparedness As Kenya Confirms Imported Case
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has heightened surveillance and preparedness measures following the confirmation of an imported case of Ebola disease in Kenya. The confirmed case, caused by…
Court strikes out criminal case against Taraba media executive
The case had previously attracted attention after Mr Olayinka spent several months in custody The post Court strikes out criminal case against Taraba media executive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NCDC records 259 Lassa fever deaths, 1,104 confirmed cases in 2026
According to the agency, 88 per cent of all confirmed Lassa fever cases in 2026 were reported from five states — Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo and Benue. The post NCDC records 259 Lassa fever deaths, 1,104 confirmed cases…
UNICEF reports a decline in active polio cases in Borno
The United Nations Children’s Fund has announced that the number of circulating variant polio virus cases in Borno State has read more UNICEF reports a decline in active polio cases in Borno
No Confirmed Case Of Diphtheria In Enugu — Commissioner
The clarification comes as several states in the country have recorded confirmed cases of diphtheria, a vaccine-preventable disease. The post No Confirmed Case Of Diphtheria In Enugu — Commissioner appeared first on…
IST flags SEC panel inactivity as cases pile up, pledges faster case resolution
The Investments and Securities Tribunal (IST) has raised concerns over the prolonged inactivity of the Administrative Proceedings Committee (APC) of read more IST flags SEC panel inactivity as cases pile up, pledges…
Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469 in Plateau
The death toll from the diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has risen to 31, with 469 suspected cases recorded across 10 Local Government Areas of the state. The post Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469…
Court Adjourns El-Rufai’s Corruption Case To December 8
The adjournment followed the assignment of a new prosecuting counsel, Ibrahim Mukhtar, who reportedly requested more time to study the case file. The post Court Adjourns El-Rufai’s Corruption Case To December 8 appeared…
Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
Argentina has announced plans to file criminal charges against oil company Navitas Petroleum over its operations in waters around the Falkland Islands. The post Argentina to file criminal case against oil company…
Tinubu, FBI case: Group challenges Obasanjo, Soyinka, others
Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum asked Olusegun Obasanjo, Wole Soyinka, and others to speak on the US FOIA case involving President Bola Tinubu and FBI records.
11 African countries record 1,153 mpox cases in six weeks
Madagascar recorded 785 cases, the highest during the period, followed by Angola with 184, Kenya with 94, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with 41, and Cameroon with 28. The post 11 African countries record…
Nigerian lawmaker accused of sponsoring banditry denies allegation, says case already in Niger court
Mr Buba said his political opponents had been promoting allegations linking him to banditry since 2024. The post Nigerian lawmaker accused of sponsoring banditry denies allegation, says case already in Niger court…
Bayelsa Electoral Commission suspends LG poll process over court case
The Bayelsa State Independent Electoral Commission has suspended the 2027 local government election process, including party primaries, due to a court case Read More:…
‘No new diphtheria case in FCT’
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) epidemiologist, Dr Lukman Ademola, has said that no new case of diphtheria has been confirmed in the territory following the recent confirmation of an outbreak of the disease. The…
Suspected alcohol poisoning: Ondo govt confirms 29 deaths, 60 cases
He explained that three people were currently on admission in hospitals, while 27 others remain under medical observation. The post Suspected alcohol poisoning: Ondo govt confirms 29 deaths, 60 cases appeared first on…
FCTA Confirms 5 Diphtheria Cases, 2 Deaths
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confirmed five laboratory-positive cases of diphtheria in the FCT, with two deaths recorded, even as it intensifies efforts to prevent further spread of the…
Poco Lee Released From UK Prison After Arrest Over Rape As Complainant Drops Case
Nigerian dancer Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has been released after spending weeks in detention in the United Kingdom over an alleged sexual assault case. Poco Lee’s release comes weeks after news…
Diphtheria: Jos North steps up surveillance as Plateau intensifies response
The intervention comes amid reported diphtheria cases in Jos North, where 117 suspected cases and 15 deaths had been recorded as of 1 September, according to health authorities The post Diphtheria: Jos North steps up…
Egypt Sentences TV Presenter, 11 Others To Death In Drug Trafficking Case
The court also sentenced Khalifa and others to five years in prison over a separate case involving the kidnapping and assault of a young man. The post Egypt Sentences TV Presenter, 11 Others To Death In Drug Trafficking…
Worst DR Congo Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases
More than 7,000 Ebola cases have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo's worst outbreak of the deadly disease ever, according to figures from the Congolese authorities. The post Worst DR Congo Ebola epidemic…
Nigeria Moves to Close Justice Gaps in Human Trafficking, Migrant Smuggling Cases
Michael Olugbode in Abuja Nigeria is seeking to close operational gaps between investigation, prosecution and adjudication in human trafficking and migrant-smuggling cases as criminal networks adopt more sophisticated…