4 h. 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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9 h. 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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9 h. ago Mortuary attendants arrested over dead man’s missing genitals

From Ogbonnaya Ndukwe, Aba   There was pandemonium resulting from a sad discovery by relations of a deceased young man in Abia state, that his testicles were missing in a mortuary his remains were kept. The situation led to the destruction of the mortuary and near lynching of it’s workers in Umuezibe, Obingwa area, along […] The post Mortuary attendants arrested over dead man’s missing genitals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Suspected Herdsmen Kill Young Graduate During Camping Event In Abuja

A young Igala graduate, John Johnson, was tragically murdered by suspected herdsmen on March 29, 2025, in Zaina, near Angwar Hakimi, Orozo, within the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Johnson had been attending a Boys’ Brigade camping event when he became a victim of the violent attack. This heartbreaking incident has left his family devastated, as […] The post Suspected Herdsmen Kill Young Graduate During Camping Event In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Myanmar to mark minute of silence as quake toll passes 2,000

Myanmar will mark a minute of silence Tuesday in tribute to victims of the country’s devastating earthquake that has killed more than 2,000 people, as hopes dim of finding more survivors in the rubble of ruined buildings. National flags will fly at half-mast until April 6 “in sympathy for the loss of life and damages” Read More

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34 h. ago Myanmar junta declares one week of national mourning after quake

Myanmar’s ruling junta declared a week of national mourning on Monday for victims of the country’s devastating earthquake, which has killed more than 1,700 people. The official mourning period runs until April 6, the junta said in a statement, with national flags to fly at half-mast. AFP Details later Read More

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47 h. ago Sallah: 2 Die, 20 Others Injured In Gombe Eid Ground Stampede

There was tragedy on Sallah Day this Sunday in Gombe State as two persons died at the Central Eid praying ground following a stampede that occurred. Our correspondent reports that the stampede happened at about 10:45pm shortly after the conclusion of the eid prayers led by the chief imam of Gombe and attended by the […]

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51 h. 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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55 h. 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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58 h. ago Peter Obi visits Onitsha market fire sites, seeks support for victims

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has visited the scenes of two devastating fire incidents at the Electronics Market Plaza on Iweka Road and a warehouse at Ifejirika Street, Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State. The warehouse fire, which started around 5:45 am on Friday, raged for hours before being contained by the Anambra Read More

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60 h. ago “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally

Islamic Movement of Nigeria, also known as Shiite group, has denied a report by Federal Capital Territory Police Command, claiming that its members killed a security operative and injured two during a clash that occurred on Friday. IMN also said that some yet to be ascertained persons among the group were killed by security agents, […] The post “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Shiite deny police claims, says six members killed, 380 arrested

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria, popularly known as the Shiite group, has disputed claims by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command that its members killed a security operative and injured two during the clash that erupted on Friday as a result of their procession. The IMN also said the death of six of its members Read More

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3 d. ago Shiite denies police claims, says six members killed, 380 arrested

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria, popularly known as the Shiite group, has disputed claims by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command that its members killed a security operative and injured two during the clash that erupted on Friday as a result of their procession. The IMN also said the death of six of its members Read More

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3 d. ago U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

The United States government has introduced a new immigration programme, selling 1,000 ‘Gold Cards’ at $5 million each, generating $5 read more U.S. sells 1,000 ‘Gold Card’ visas for $5bn, fueling immigration debate

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3 d. ago Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students

Tribune Online Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Member of the House of Representatives representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Wole Oke has awarded scholarships to 1,000 indigent students who aspire to the Osun State Technical Education. The initiative, according to the lawmaker, was part of commitment to education and support to the administration of […] Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Tribune Online

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3 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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3 d. ago One Killed, Two Injured, 19 Arrested As Shiites, Security Operatives Clash In Abuja

At least one person has been killed and two injured following a clash between members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria also known as Shi’ites, and security agents at Banex Plaza Abuja. It was gathered that the unfortunate incident happened when confrontation erupted between the group and security operatives on Saturday. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt […] The post One Killed, Two Injured, 19 Arrested As Shiites, Security Operatives Clash In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Senator Natasha condemns brutal killing of 16 travellers in Edo

…calls for apprehension of perpetrators Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central, PDP) has condemned the brutal killing of 16 innocent travellers from Northern Nigeria in Edo, describing it as a “devastating act” that warrants swift condemnation and action. “The brutal killing of 16 hunters in Edo state is not only inhumane but a grave violation of […] The post Senator Natasha condemns brutal killing of 16 travellers in Edo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Mixed reactions as UK lists 58 dead Nigerians with unclaimed assets

Reactions have trailed the list of 58 deceased Nigerians with unclaimed assets in the United Kingdom, who were mostly bachelors, spinsters, widowers, and widows. The marital status of others were not specified except one person categorised as husband. PUNCH Diaspora Tales gathered that the UK government, through the Solicitor’s Treasury, published 58 names of late Read More

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3 d. ago Death rumours won’t stop me from speaking truth to power— Hilda Dokubo

Veteran actress, Hilda Dokubo, has debunked the rumours about her death, which had been circulating in Rivers State. Speaking during an Instagram Live session on Thursday, she revealed that she was alive and would continue to speak the truth on politics and governance. She said, “Everybody, this is me, healthy and strong. I’m not dead. Read More

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