Rayo Vallecano’s run to a historic European final has delivered more than silverware hopes for the Madrid club — it has also earned Spanish football an important advantage in UEFA competition qualification. Following Rayo’s qualification for the UEFA Europa Conference League final, Spain has officially secured an extra Champions League place for the 2026/27 season…
The World Health Organization (WHO) says the public health risk from the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius remains very low despite several infections and deaths associated with the vessel. Speaking at a press briefing in Geneva on Friday, May 8, WHO spokesperson Christian Lindmeier explained that the virus spreads only through…
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki has challenged Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike to carry out his threat to shut down its operational office. The dispute followed remarks made by Wike during his monthly media chat, where he questioned the legitimacy of the Turaki-led group and dared it…
Nigerian businessman and BUA Group founder, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has reportedly surpassed Johann Rupert to become Africa’s second richest person, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Rabiu’s net worth is now estimated at $18.6 billion, placing him 138th on the global wealth rankings after reportedly gaining about $8.47 billion since the beginning of the…
The Nigeria Police Force, working alongside the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has uncovered and dismantled a sophisticated examination malpractice syndicate during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the College of Education in Warri, Delta State. The operation followed intelligence-driven investigations into attempts by criminal groups to compromise the examination process through…
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been named the Football Writers’ Association Men’s Footballer of the Year. The Portugal international has enjoyed an outstanding campaign, scoring eight goals and providing 20 assists in 34 appearances across all competitions for the Red Devils. Fernandes secured 45 per cent of the votes cast by the FWA’s more…
Real Madrid have confirmed disciplinary action against Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni following their involvement in a training-ground altercation. Reports claimed tensions between the two teammates escalated over two days before the disagreement turned physical, allegedly leaving Valverde with a minor injury after he hit his head and briefly lost consciousness. The Spanish giants have…
Three members of a commercial motorcycle riders’ union have reportedly been abducted by suspected bandits in Kogi State. The incident occurred on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, along the Ageva–Magongo road. The victims were identified as Mr. Jonathan Stephen Monday, chairman of the union’s Ogori branch, Mr. Ashemadaun Eben, and Mr. Mosigbodi Jethro Adoga. According…
Six students of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, along with a visitor, were abducted on Wednesday night after gunmen attacked a students’ lodge in Gudi, located in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ramhan Nansel. He said…
The Senate on Thursday, May 7, reversed recent amendments to its Standing Orders following concerns from lawmakers that some of the new provisions were inconsistent with the 1999 Constitution, as amended. Earlier in the week, the Red Chamber had revised its rules to tighten eligibility requirements for presiding and principal officer positions. The changes…
