Alex Ekubo Dies at 40
By Our Correspondent National News – Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40, sparking grief across Nigeria’s entertainment industry. The actor’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by colleagues including Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and Godwin Nnadiekwe. As of the time of filing this report, Ekubo’s family had yet to release […]
Galatasaray Yet to Decide Osimhen’s Transfer Future
By Our Correspondent National News – Galatasaray have not made any formal decision on Victor Osimhen’s future despite ongoing transfer speculation linking the Nigerian striker to a possible summer exit from the Turkish Super Lig champions. The club’s vice-president Abdullah Kavukcu stated that no meetings or offers have been held regarding the Super Eagles forward, […]
Akor Adams Boosts Sevilla Survival Hopes
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian striker Akor Adams has boosted Sevilla’s La Liga survival hopes after scoring a decisive late winner against Espanyol, as the Spanish side continues its relegation battle with only three matches left in the 2025/2026 season. The match, played on Sunday at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán in Seville, […]
Women Surpass Men in Higher Education Globally
By Our Correspondent National News – UNESCO has revealed that women now outnumber men in higher education worldwide, according to its latest global higher education trends report released on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The report shows 114 women enrolled for every 100 men in 2024, marking global gender parity progress but persistent gaps in sub-Saharan […]
Borno Uses Quran Oath for Terrorist Reintegration
By Our Correspondent National News – The Borno State Government has reassured the public over the reintegration of repentant Boko Haram terrorists. It says strict deradicalisation measures are in place to prevent a return to violence. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Zuwaira Gambo, made this known in an interview aired on May […]
Supreme Court Upholds Traffickers Seven-Year Sentences
By Our Correspondent National News – The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has confirmed that Nigeria’s Supreme Court has upheld the conviction and seven-year jail sentences of a human trafficker, reinforcing the country’s anti-trafficking laws and justice for victims. The ruling affirms earlier decisions by both the trial court and […]
Gunmen Abduct Oyo Businessman, Injure Child
By Our Correspondent National News – Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers abducted a businessman in Irawo, Atisbo Local Government Area of Oyo State, in a violent attack that also left a 10-year-old girl injured. The incident occurred on Monday, after the victim, identified as Alhaji Wasiu Aleshinloye, was allegedly trailed from Kraal Market in Ago-Are […]
Iran Issues Ultimatum to US Over Peace Deal
By Our Correspondent National News – Iran has issued a stern ultimatum to the United States, demanding acceptance of its 14-point Middle East peace proposal or face diplomatic failure. The statement follows renewed tensions after Washington rejected Tehran’s latest counteroffer and described the fragile ceasefire as being on “life support” since April 8, 2026. The […]
Frank Edoho Reveals Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Salary Story
By Our Correspondent National News – Frank Edoho, the long-time host of Nigeria’s Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, has disclosed details of his early earnings on the popular television game show, revealing that his initial salary was modest despite the glamorous image he projected on screen. He made the revelation in Lagos during a […]
Seven Killed In Pakistan Suicide Blast
By Our Correspondent National News – A suicide bombing in northwestern Pakistan has killed at least seven people and injured around 20 others, according to police reports on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The attack reportedly involved a three-wheeled vehicle loaded with explosives targeting a traffic police checkpoint. Authorities said the blast occurred when a suspected […]