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The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has revealed concerning statistics showing that, as of July 22, 2025, more than 53,000 inmates are awaiting trial—making up around 66% of the national prison population—while 3,833 inmates are currently on death row. In total, there are 81,558 inmates in custody across facilities in Nigeria. 📊 Breakdown of Inmate Status Awaiting Trial: 53,473 individuals, with 52,066 males and 1,407 females (≈ 66% of total inmates) Convicted: 24,252 individuals (≈ 29%), including 23,725 males and 457 females Death Row Inmates: 3,833 individuals (≈ 5%), including 3,754 males and 79 females 🗺 Where Are They Held? States with the highest death row populations include: Ogun (568), Rivers (504), Enugu (328), Lagos (314), Delta (256). By contrast, states with the lowest numbers are: Osun (0), Ebonyi (2), Oyo (2), Kogi (3), Anambra (4). 🧭 What It Reveals Judicial Bottleneck: Having two-thirds of the prison populace awaiting trial points to severe backlogs, delayed c...

Atlanta United have secured Colombian midfielder Steven Alzate from English Championship team Hull City in a deal reportedly worth $2 million, with a contract running through the 2030 season. A Technical Playmaker Joins ATL’s Ranks Chris Henderson, Atlanta’s Chief Soccer Officer and Sporting Director, expressed excitement over the signing: “He’s a technical midfielder, shows good Alzate, 26, brings significant versatility—having played for teams like Leyton Orient, Brighton & Hove Albion, Swindon Town, Standard Liège, and Hull City. Over 172 appearances, he has tallied 12 goals and 18 assists, gaining experience across England and Belgium.( turn0news12 ) What It Means for Atlanta United Atlanta United’s midfield lineup currently includes players such as Bartosz Slisz, Tristan Muyumba, Will Reilly, and Jay Fortune (currently sidelined with a foot injury). Alzate’s addition brings fresh creativity and tactical flexibility in what has been a busy transfer window for the Five Stripes. ...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has publicly reaffirmed his full support for Katia Itzel García and the Mexican Football Federation (FMF), following a wave of violent online threats she received after officiating a Leagues Cup match. García had awarded a controversial goal to FC Cincinnati in their 3–2 win over Monterrey—spark triggering outrage from Monterrey supporters.( turn0news16 ) Infantino expressed his dismay via Instagram: “There is no place in football and society for abuse, discrimination and violence of any kind.” He emphasized FIFA’s solidarity with both the FMF and CONCACAF and vowed to hold the perpetrators accountable.( turn0news16 ) García’s Experience & Reactions from Authorities García, who has officiated high-profile tournaments—including Liga MX, the Gold Cup, and the Olympics—received death threats after making the contentious call, which Monterrey fans claimed was offside.( turn0news16 ) The FMF has pledged to assist García in filing a formal complaint with a...

Toronto FC Make Major Move Midseason Toronto FC has agreed to acquire midfielder Djordje Mihailović from the Colorado Rapids in a deal worth $8 million, with up to $1 million in add‑on incentives and a sell‑on clause benefiting Colorado. The fee marks a club-record transfer for the Rapids.( turn0news13 ) Star Midfielder Requests the Move Initially reluctant to let Mihailović go amid a playoff push, the Rapids relented after the U.S. international personally requested the transfer to Toronto.( turn0news13 ) A Proven MLS Performer At 26 years old, Mihailović joins Toronto after stints at Chicago Fire, CF Montréal, and AZ Alkmaar before signing with Colorado in 2024. In the current MLS season alone, he has scored 9 goals and provided 7 assists in 24 starts—closer than ever to besting his previous career high. Across 187 MLS appearances, he has contributed a total of 40 goals and 21 assists.( turn0news13 ) U.S. International Flair Mihailović has earned 11 caps for the U.S. men’s national t...

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has declared that the club’s new record signing, Florian Wirtz, can fill the creative void left by Trent Alexander‑Arnold’s move to Real Madrid this summer. A Strategic Shift in Playmaking Alexander‑Arnold’s departure stripped Liverpool of a unique creative outlet from right-back—his exceptional crossing and vision had been central to their recent success. Slot believes Wirtz can replicate that ingenuity—but from a more advanced position in the attacking midfield. “We’ve lost… a lot of creativity from the back. Trent’s crosses and picking out runners was so special – I think Flo has this quality in a totally different position. He brings that creativity.” Impressive Preseason Debut Wirtz made his Liverpool debut in a 3–2 friendly win over Athletic Bilbao at Anfield. Despite friendly context, he showed flashes of brilliance—linking play with deft touches, nearly opening the scoring with a shot that struck the crossbar before being capitalized on by Hugo Ekiti...

On 4 August 2025, Israeli forces killed 56 Palestinians seeking food aid and water in Gaza, according to live updates from Al Jazeera. The deadly incidents occurred near land distribution points and airdrop zones, even as more than 22,000 aid trucks remain stranded outside Gaza, the blockade continuing to choke desperately needed supplies . The United Nations has warned of a looming humanitarian collapse, citing skyrocketing hunger and deaths from malnutrition that now total 180 starvation-related fatalities, including 93 children . How Aid Distribution Turned Deadly Witnesses and health officials report crowds being shot at while attempting to reach land-based aid convoys organized by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.-backed contractor. Many were killed near the Zikim Crossing and Netzarim Corridor as Israeli troops opened fire—even when people were calmly waiting for assistance . In one tragic incident, a nurse at Al‑Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el‑Balah d...