30 h. ago 23 states recorded 156 meningitis deaths, 1,858 suspected cases – NCDC

The death toll recorded from cerebrospinal meningitis has increased to 156, up from the previous 74 deaths, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. The data, which highlighted details from week 40 of 2024 to week 12 of 2025, also showed that the confirmed cases are 126 out of the  1,858 suspected Read More

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3 d. ago Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52

Soldiers recover cash, arms, ammunition From Jude Owuamanam Jos Forty more bodies have been recovered in the coordinated attacks by gunmen in some communities in Bokkos local government council of Plateau State, bringing the death toll to 52. Our correspondent gathered that a search and rescue team, which combed the bushes after some villagers were […] The post Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 40 more bodies recovered from Bokkos attack, raising death toll to 50

…As troops foil militia attacks, recover weapons in Plateau The death toll from the deadly attack in Bokkos Local Government read more 40 more bodies recovered from Bokkos attack, raising death toll to 50

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6 d. ago Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 2,700, thousands injured and missing

The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar has risen to over 2,700, including 50 children who were read more Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 2,700, thousands injured and missing

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6 d. ago Thailand’s rescue dogs provide emotional support to earthquake victim families

Thailand’s search and rescue dogs are taking on the role of emotional support animals for grieving relatives of victims of a Bangkok skyscraper flattened in a deadly earthquake. The 30-storey high-rise under construction collapsed in seconds on Friday when a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar, with effects felt as far as the Thai capital. Read More

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8 d. ago Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

At least 1,000 people have been confirmed dead, with 2,376 injured and 30 still missing, after a powerful 7.7 magnitude read more Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

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8 d. ago Pope prays for victims of earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand as health condition improves

The Holy See Press Office on Friday disclosed that Pope Francis’ health condition continues to improve just as the Holy read more Pope prays for victims of earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand as health condition improves

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9 d. ago Myanmar Earthquake: Death Toll Surpasses 1,600 As Rescue Efforts Continue

Myanmar’s military leadership has confirmed that 1,644 people have died, with 3,408 injured and 139 still missing. after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday and sending tremors as far as Thailand and Pakistan. Rescue efforts are underway as emergency teams struggle to reach those trapped under collapsed buildings. The city of Mandalay, the […]

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2 w. ago NNN Death Toll: Tears As 108th Beneficiary Dies Waiting For Northern Governors’ Payment

The death toll of New Nigerian Newspaper retirees waiting for their benefits is now 108 with the death of Yahaya Z. Bako of Marketing Department at the weekend. A post on the New Nigerian Newspapers’ Northern States’ Governors Forum (NSGF) Beneficiaryies Whatsapp platform  by Alhaji Idris said,   “We have lost another beneficiary in the person […]

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2 w. ago PDP Blames APC For Abuja Tanker Explosion As Death Toll Rises To Eight

Peoples Democratic Party has berated ruling All Progressive Congress for the deadly tanker explosion that claimed many lives along Karu Bridge, Abuja. Recall that many residents and travelers were severely injured and properties worth millions of naira were destroyed in the incident. In a statement by Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department’s Head of Public […] The post PDP Blames APC For Abuja Tanker Explosion As Death Toll Rises To Eight appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Lassa Fever Death Toll Climbs To 53, 191 Suspected Patients Identified

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a Lassa fever death in a 31-year-old physician who recently returned from the UK. As of March 2, 2025, the NCDC reported 535 confirmed cases out of 2,728 suspected cases, with 98 deaths across 14 states. The agency continues to monitor the situation, providing […] The post Lassa Fever Death Toll Climbs To 53, 191 Suspected Patients Identified appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago NCDC confirms UK returnee’s Lassa fever death, toll reaches 98

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the death of a 31-year-old physician who succumbed to Lassa fever after returning from the United Kingdom. The agency also reported that the cumulative number of Lassa fever cases has risen to 535 out of 2,728 suspected cases, with 98 deaths recorded across 14 states Read More

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