Drone Strike Hits Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, Worker Killed
National News – On Monday, April 27, 2026, a Ukrainian drone strike hit the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in southern Ukraine, killing a transport worker, identified as a driver, according to Moscow-installed authorities. The facility, Europe’s largest nuclear plant, has been under Russian control since 2022 amid the ongoing war. Officials said the drone […]
Japan Lifts Earthquake Advisory After Major 7.7 Magnitude Quake
National News – Japan has officially lifted a special earthquake advisory issued after a powerful 7.7-magnitude quake struck offshore near Iwate Prefecture on April 20, 2026, affecting northern regions and shaking Tokyo. The decision was announced on Monday, April 27, by disaster management officials, who confirmed the warning period had ended after days of monitoring […]
China Blocks Meta’s Manus AI Acquisition Deal
National News – On Monday, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) formally blocked Meta’s planned acquisition of the artificial intelligence startup Manus, citing national regulations and strategic concerns in the global tech race. The decision affects Meta Platforms Inc., the United States-based owner of Facebook, and Manus, an AI agent developed by Butterfly Effect, […]
Faithia, Saidi Reunite at Lagos Premiere
National News – Veteran Nollywood actors Faithia Williams and Saidi Balogun, both prominent figures in Nigeria’s film industry, drew public attention on April 26, 2026, in Lagos during the premiere of the historical movie “Efunroye: The Unicorn”. The former couple, who were married from 2000 to 2014 and share a son, Khalid, appeared together on […]
Michael Jackson Biopic Tops Box Office
National News – The newly released Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ has opened strongly in North America, leading the box office with an estimated $97 million during its debut weekend of April 26–27, 2026. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and distributed by Lionsgate, focuses on the life and career of late pop icon Michael Jackson, […]
Testimony Jaga Rejects Osinbajo’s Prosperity Views
National News – On April 26, 2026, in Nigeria, gospel musician Testimony Jaga publicly disagreed with former Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo over the idea of prosperity gospel. The disagreement emerged during a wider religious discussion on how Christianity should respond to poverty. The clash followed comments made by Osinbajo at a church forum in […]
Simons Season-Ending Injury Hits Tottenham’s Survival Fight
National News – Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Xavi Simons suffered a season-ending knee injury during their Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, after a collision with Hugo Bueno at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in England. The 23-year-old was stretchered off after initially attempting to continue playing, with early medical assessments pointing to a possible […]
Zaragoza Keeper Faces Suspension After Derby Punch Incident
National News – Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada has triggered widespread condemnation after a violent incident during a high-stakes Spanish Segunda División derby against SD Huesca in Huesca. The 35-year-old Argentine was sent off in stoppage time after a second yellow card for pushing an opponent, but the situation escalated when he re-entered the pitch […]
Osimhen Confident After Istanbul Derby Win
National News – Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has reinforced his reputation as one of Europe’s most decisive forwards after inspiring Galatasaray to a crucial derby victory over Fenerbahçe in Istanbul on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The Turkish Süper Lig clash, watched globally, saw Osimhen score and later declare that he can find the net against […]
FG Approves Civil Service Allowance Review
National News – The Federal Government has approved a sweeping review of allowances for civil servants on GL 01–17, setting October 1, 2026 as the implementation date across ministries, departments and agencies nationwide. The decision, announced by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission in Abuja on Sunday, affects duty tour, estacode, kilometre, training and […]