Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8

SAPS Investigates murder of Ghanaian in South Africa

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the murder of a 35-year-old Ghanaian man, Mr. Kwabena Boagen, in Nyanga on Monday, June 29, 2026. Police say the killing occurred at about 15:45 at the Nyanga Terminus, outside NTG Hair Salon and Shoe Repairs. Preliminary findings indicate it was linked to what they describe as The post SAPS Investigates murder of Ghanaian in South Africa appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

LIVE: Funeral ceremony for Iran's Khamenei in Iraq

Thousands of Iraqis and others from across the region attend the international funeral ceremony in Najaf followed by another ceremony in Karbala for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei #Khamenei #funeral #procession #ceremony #prayer #Najaf # Karbala #Iraq #AliKhamenei #Ayatollah #live #Reuters #news Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Suspect on the run as ‘gracious’ mother and her two children found dead at home

Police believe the victims were murdered and a suspect is thought to have fled the country.

Dozens of foreign delegations pay respect to Iran's late supreme leader as Tehran prepares 'massive' funeral

At least 10 million are expected to attend the funeral, which includes ceremonies in multiple Iranian cities as well as in Iraq

Ali Khamenei's coffin passes through thousands of mourners in Iraq's holy city of Najaf

Funeral procession for Ali Khamenei passes through Najaf as thousands of mourners gather, touching the funeral truck and honouring the late leader.

12 convicted, sentenced to death over terrorism, kidnapping cases in Nigeria

Twelve people have been sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted in terrorism, kidnapping and other security-related cases prosecuted by the Department of State Security (DSS). According to court documents reviewed, the convictions were handed down by federal and state high courts across Nigeria between May and June 2026. Other defendants received prison sentences [] 12 convicted, sentenced to death over terrorism, kidnapping cases in Nigeria

Nigeria Welcomes Life Sentence of Canadian Murder Suspect

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has welcomed the life sentence handed to the individual convicted of killing two young Nigerians, Chibueze Momah and Tosin Amos-Arowoshegbe, in a nightclub shooting in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, in July 2022. The Ontario Court of Justice sentenced the offender to life imprisonment without parole for 25 years after convicting [] The post Nigeria Welcomes Life Sentence of Canadian Murder Suspect appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

More Than 10 Million People Participated in Funeral Ceremony of Martyred Leader in Najaf and Karbala

The Supreme Committee for Organizing the Funeral Ceremony of the Martyred Leader of the Revolution in Iraq announced that based on preliminary statistics, more than 10 million people attended the funeral procession in Najaf and Karbala, and the ceremony, despite the massive crowd, concluded without any security incidents or events.

Iran’s supreme leader’s coffin arrives in Najaf

Thousands of mourners thronged Najaf as the coffin of the late supreme leader moved through the city.

Iran holds mass funeral prayer for slain supreme leader

Hundreds of thousands of mourners join public funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei

79,323 killed, 34,773 abducted in 6 years

As ORFA report re-examines Nigeria’s violence By Golok Nanmwa JOS— A six-year investigation by the Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa, ORFA, has reported that 79,323 people were killed in terrorism-related violence across Nigeria between 2020 and 2025, while 34,773 civilians were abducted during the same period. The findings were unveiled in a report titled, [] The post 79,323 killed, 34,773 abducted in 6 years appeared first on Vanguard News.

South Africa rejects Ghana xenophobia killing claim

A Ghanaian man’s death was an extortion-related shooting and not linked to anti-immigration protests, police have said Read Full Article at RT.com

Mourners greet Khamenei funeral procession in Iraq as US, Iran trade strikes

Thousands of mourners gathered in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf on Wednesday to attend funeral processions for Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khamenei's coffin was carried on a large truck and driven through the streets, draped in the Iranian flag as it continued to other Shiite holy sites before returning to Iran for...

Iraq holds funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

An official funeral ceremony was held Tuesday night for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at Najaf International airport in Iraq. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Three Countries, Two Rebirths, and Host of Political Funerals

The world gets political whiplash.

Baghaei: Nearly 100 countries to participate in funeral ceremony for martyred leader

Baghaei: Nearly 100 countries to participate in funeral ceremony for martyred leader

Windstorm kills seven, affects more than 5000 residents in Jigawa

Three people have died and 5,403 others affected, following a windstorm accompanied by heavy downpour in Jigawa. Mr Hannafi Yakubu, Executive Secretary, Jigawa State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), confirmed the death to journalists in Dutse on Wednesday. He said the disaster affected 120 communities across 13 local government areas of the state, affecting 47 public The post Windstorm kills seven, affects more than 5000 residents in Jigawa appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.

Armed Muslims kill 31 Christians in attacks in Nigeria’s Plateau and Kaduna states

The deadliest attack occurred late on June 21 in Kawel community, Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau state, where residents said gunmen opened fire on homes and a hospital, killing 22 Christians. The post Armed Muslims kill 31 Christians in attacks in Nigeria’s Plateau and Kaduna states appeared first on ZENIT - English.

Funeral service for Iran's martyred Leader to be held in Iraq

TEHRAN, Jun. 22 (MNA) – A funeral service for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei will be held in the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala in Iraq following repeated requests from Iraqi groups and figures.

Urgent call to action: Addressing political killings in South Africa before the elections

Urgent call to action: Addressing political killings in South Africa before the elections

Iran announces plans for Seyyed Ali Khamenei funeral, farewell ceremonies

Iran announces plans for Seyyed Ali Khamenei funeral, farewell ceremonies Iran has announced plans for a two-day public farewell and funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on 28 February, Iranian media reported. Brigadier General Hassan Hassanzadeh, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Tehran Command and head of the committee overseeing the ceremonies, said farewell events, funeral prayers and processions will take place on 4 and 5 July, according to the state-run Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). Iranian media reports say authorities expect up to 35 million people to take part in the ceremonies, which could become the largest funeral gathering in modern history. According to Iran's Tasnim News Agency, farewell ceremonies will be held at Tehran's Mosalla prayer grounds, followed by a funeral procession in the holy city of Qom.

Thousands Join Khamenei Funeral Procession In Iraq

Thousands gathered in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf as mourners escorted Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin during solemn funeral processions.

Nairobi fire: Explosion and huge blaze on Ngina Road as people flee and scream

Videos shared online showed the chaotic scenes.

Thousands march as Khamenei's funeral procession crosses into Iraq

(Fixes dateline)NAJAF, Iraq (Reuters) July 8 - Mourners marched through Iraq's holy city of Najaf on Wednesday, following the coffin of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as his six-day funeral procession, which drew huge crowds in his home country, pressed on across the border.People carrying large portraits of the late leader gathered along the route and chanted Death to America and Death to Israel as Khamenei's coffin was driven on a large truck through the streets.

Funeral events get underway for Iran's slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Funeral events get underway for Iran's slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran Begins Funeral for Former Head Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

THE long-anticipated funeral ceremony of Ali Khamenei has begun four months after the tyrant was assassinated in joint US-Israeli strikes.

Fatal Stabbing at Magogoe Tshepang Village Leads to Murder Arrest

NORTH WEST — A fatal stabbing at Magogoe Tshepang Village has resulted in a murder arrest after a 29-year-old Ethiopian national allegedly killed a 26-year-old man. The deadly incident unfolded on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at approximately 16:30. According to authorities, the suspect allegedly used a sharp object to stab the victim during an altercation, []

Najaf bids farewell to Martyr Sayyid Ali Khamenei in grand million-man funeral

NAJAF, July 08 (YPA) – The city of Najaf al-Ashraf in Iraq witnessed on Wednesday the influx of massive crowds exceeding 2.3 million mourners to participate in the farewell and funeral ceremonies of the body of the martyr Sayyid Ali Khamenei, amidst a solemn atmosphere marked by overwhelming grief and loyalty. The body of the []

Iranians wave banners reading ‘WE WILL KILL TRUMP’ at Ali Khamenei’s funeral

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral on Thursday attracted large crowds of mourners wishing death upon President Donald Trump, after he launched the war that killed the Islamist figure in February. Funeral events reached their culmination this week, as mourners reached the country’s holiest shrine for Khamenei’s burial at the Shrine of Imam Reza in []

Massive Crowds Gather for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Funeral in Najaf, Iraq | Dawn News English

Massive Crowds Gather for Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Funeral in Najaf, Iraq. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Millions mourn Iran’s Ali Khamenei despite US calling funeral participation ‘an unfriendly act’

Hundreds of thousands of mourners have flooded the streets of Tehran as Iran commenced a historic six day funeral programme for its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with authorities expecting more than 10 million people to participate in memorial events across the country despite strong diplomatic pressure from the United States. The funeral ceremonies, [] The post Millions mourn Iran’s Ali Khamenei despite US calling funeral participation ‘an unfriendly act’ appeared first on Muslim News Nigeria.

Fire engulfs alcohol warehouse at Tema Community 26

A warehouse fire at Tema Community 26, Accra, involving barrels of alcohol, prompted a swift response from the Ghana National Fire Service to control the blaze.

20 killed in armed attack in central Nigeria

At least 20 people were killed after a group of unidentified armed men attacked residents of a community in Nigeria's central Plateau State earlier this week, police said on Tuesday, reported Xinhua. Alfred Alabo, spokesman for the police in Plateau State, told Xinhua by telephone that the attackers invaded the Kawel community in Bokkos Local Government Area on Sunday morning, opening fire and attacking residents with machetes before fleeing the scene. Alabo said 18 people were confirmed dead at the scene, while three others were injured. Two of the injured later died in hospital, bringing the death toll to at least 20. He said the motive for the attack remained unknown and that police have launched an investigation into the incident. Plateau State is located in Nigeria's Middle Belt, an area that links the country's predominantly Muslim north and predominantly Christian south. The state has experienced recurring violence in recent years, often involving disputes over land and resources between different communities.

Family Shares Burial Details for Late Fashion Designer Sadia Sanusi

Sadia Sanusi's family shares burial details for late Ghanaian fashion designer. The ceremony begins on July 10, with a private interment and thanksgiving service.

Millions attend funeral for Martyr Khamenei in Iraq's Najaf, Karbala

Millions have gathered in Iraq’s Najaf and Karbala for funeral ceremonies honoring Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, with Iraqi groups and media reporting turnout in the millions.