Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that many Nigerians have become desensitised to insecurity, killings, and violence, describing the situation as a worrying sign of moral decline in the country. Speaking during a function at St James Anglican Church on Saturday, May 16, Jonathan lamented that tragic incidents that once shocked the nation are now…
A teacher has died after suffering a medical emergency at Kings’ School Winchester while students were preparing for their GCSE examinations. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, responded to the incident after the school reported what it described as an “urgent medical situation” involving a long-serving female staff member, locally identified as Mrs Bamford. As…
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the killing of a senior ISIS commander, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, during a joint counterterrorism operation carried out by Nigerian and United States forces. In a statement personally signed and released on Saturday, May 16, the president said the operation was successfully conducted overnight in the Lake Chad Basin. According to Tinubu,…
Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has announced the killing of senior ISIS figure Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, describing him as a “global terrorist” involved in coordinating extremist activities across several regions. In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the military said the operation was carried out jointly by the Armed Forces…
Manchester City secured their eighth FA Cup title on Saturday, May 16, 2026, after edging Chelsea 1-0 in a tightly contested final at Wembley Stadium. The win marks City’s second trophy of the season following their League Cup success against Arsenal in March, keeping alive their ambitions of completing a domestic cup double. The decisive…
French authorities have arrested six people suspected of hanging a Palestinian flag from the Eiffel Tower without permission, a police source said. The large flag was unfurled from the tower’s first floor on Friday afternoon. Environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion France later claimed responsibility, describing the action as a “message of support” for Palestinians. A…
rewrite Bayern Munich legend Manuel Neuer has officially extended his stay at the club, signing a one-year contract extension that will keep him in Munich until 2027. The 40-year-old goalkeeper’s previous deal was set to expire this summer, but this new agreement ensures he will embark on a 16th season with the Bavarian giants. Neuer…
The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB) has confirmed the death of a teacher and the abduction of several pupils, students and staff members following an attack on LA School and Community Grammar School in Ahoro-Esinele community, Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The attack reportedly occurred on Friday morning, May 15, 2026.…
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace tax payment as a vital responsibility needed to fund infrastructure, healthcare, education and welfare programmes for vulnerable citizens. Speaking on Friday, May 15, at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, the president said many Nigerians expect improved public services without contributing through taxes. “Everyone wants development, but…
VA social media user has been sentenced to 2 years imprisonment after pleading guilty to spreading misinformation with malicious intent about Adekunle Gold and Simi’s daughter, Mr Samuel Adeboye Adeyeye, known on X as Swanky_concept, had shared a post, insinuating that Deja, the daughter of singers Adekunle Gold and Simi, is de@d. “My sincere condolences…
