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The lawmaker representing Yewa North/Imeko-Afon Federal Constituency in Ogun State, Gboyega Nasir Isiaka, on Sunday dismissed claims that he was pressured by political associates to join the 2027 governorship race, insisting that his ambition is self-driven. Isiaka, a three-time gubernatorial candidate and chairman of the House Committee on National Planning and Economic Development, spoke during a press conference in Abeokuta. …

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing fresh internal turmoil following allegations by the party pressure group alleging possible disloyalty among some of its top figures. Osun APC Positive Force Movement has raised concerns over what it describes as alleged veiled partisanship involving the party’s National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, and former deputy governor, Iyiola Omisore. …

Pep Guardiola became the first manager to win the EFL Cup five times when he led Manchester City to another victory, beating Arsenal 2-0 in the 2026 final. The match played at Wembley on Sunday evening saw Nico O’Reilly score twice in the 60th and 64th minutes to seal a big win for the Blues. The Gunners, who are top …

Festus Adedayo Two great musicians of the Yoruba extraction, Yusuff Olatunji and Ayinla Omowura — lords of Sákárà and Àpàlà, two generes of Yoruba traditional music — sang of the boundless power of money in resolving life’s knots. In B’ólówó bá té, one of Olatunji’s finest, he extolled wealth’s ability to penetrate every crevice of human existence. His message was …

The Nigerian Navy has recorded a major breakthrough in its crackdown on crude oil theft, intercepting 44,000 liters of suspected illegally refined fuel and arresting eight people in Rivers State. The operation, carried out under Operation Delta Sentinel, took place over the weekend in the Degema, Ogbogoro and Ogbologo areas, according to the Director of Naval Information, Captain Abiodun Folorunsho. …

The number of people injured in the recent gas explosion in Calabar, Cross River State, has risen to 60, as authorities intensify efforts to contain the impact and provide medical treatment to those affected. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Henry Ayuk, revealed the latest figures during a visit to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) on Sunday, where …

Screenshot US President Donald Trump gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure, as Tehran launched its most destructive attack on Israel. The ultimatum, issued just a day after the US president said he was considering “shut down” military operations after three weeks of war, came as the …

The Imo and Rivers State chapters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have rejected a lawsuit filed against the party’s national leadership, describing it as unauthorized and not reflective of their positions. In separate statements issued in Abuja, the state presidents, Prof. James Okoroma (Imo) and Chief Leader Sampson (Rivers) said they were neither consulted nor given consent for the …

Two people died after being trapped in a large avalanche in northern Italy, the country’s mountain rescue service said. Three other people were seriously injured and two suffered minor injuries after crossing the busy high mountain slopes. The incident occurred at an altitude of about 2,400 meters (7,874 ft) on the slopes of the 2,669 meter (8,757 ft) Hohe Ferse …

The Federal Government has announced plans to abolish the Common Middle School Entrance Examination and introduce Student Identification Numbers to track students from primary school through their academic journey. Minister of Education Tunji Alausa disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Lagos, Saturday. The minister explained that the proposed reforms aim to improve access to education and ensure better tracking …