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 Lady cries out after boyfriend allegedly refused to send her business money because she said Arsenal wouldn’t win the league A lady has sparked reactions online after sharing how her boyfriend allegedly refused to send her money for business restocking after Arsenal F.C. won the Premier League. According to her, the issue started after she jokingly told him she did not like Arsenal and believed they would not win the league because she preferred Chelsea and disliked the club’s colours. She claimed her boyfriend then jokingly said if Arsenal eventually won, he would no longer send her business money. Thinking it was banter, she ignored it until she later reached out for funds to restock goods, only for him to remind her of the bet and refuse to send the money. The lady said she eventually returned home with little after spending hours waiting, jokingly warning women to avoid “football emotional men.”

 U.S restricts flights from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan amid Ebola outbreak The Department of Homeland Security announced on Wednesday new travel restrictions affecting passengers arriving in the United States who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan, as an Ebola outbreak continues to spread in the region. Under the new policy, all commercial flights departing after 11:59 p.m. ET that carry passengers who have been in any of the three countries within the past 21 days will be required to land at Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia. Officials said enhanced public health screening measures will be implemented there. Flights operated by the Pentagon are exempt from the order. The restrictions come as health officials monitor an ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo that has resulted in 139 suspected deaths and nearly 600 suspected cases, according to updates from the World Health Organization. At least 51 cases have been c...

Phil Collins makes rare Buckingham Palace appearance amid ongoing health struggles Phil Collins made a rare public appearance at Buckingham Palace this week, attending a 50th anniversary celebration for King Charles III’s charitable organization focused on supporting young people. The Genesis frontman and solo music icon, who has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for both his band and individual work, has long been connected to the charity, serving as its first ambassador four decades ago. His appearance comes months after he publicly discussed ongoing health challenges. Collins attended the event alongside his ex-wife Jill Collins, who shared a photo on social media showing the pair with singer Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster. In her post, she described the gathering as an honor and noted that despite heavy rain, the celebration continued as guests spent time with King Charles, who she said appeared pleased to see Collins given his long history with the organi...

 Man charged after allegedly driving Tesla Cybertruck into Texas lake to test 'Wade Mode' feature A man is facing multiple charges after police said he intentionally drove a Tesla Cybertruck into Grapevine Lake in Texas to test the vehicle’s “Wade Mode” feature. Authorities said officers responded to the area near Katie’s Woods Boat Ramp after receiving reports of a vehicle in the water. When they arrived, they found the Cybertruck partially submerged close to the shoreline. Investigators said the driver admitted he entered the lake on purpose in order to try out the vehicle’s water-driving capability. However, police said the truck quickly became disabled and began taking on water. Fire crews assisted in removing the vehicle from the lake using a wrecker. No injuries were reported. The driver, identified as Jimmy Jack McDaniel, is facing several charges, including operating a vehicle in a closed section of a park, failure to have valid boat registration, and water safety viola...

UAE completes nearly half of second oil pipeline, bypassing Strait of Hormuz amid energy security push The United Arab Emirates has completed nearly half of a second major oil pipeline designed to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping chokepoint, according to the head of Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. The pipeline project is intended to increase export capacity through the port of Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman, which lies beyond the Strait of Hormuz. Officials said the new route would effectively double existing capacity and is expected to be fully operational in 2027. The project has been accelerated amid the ongoing regional conflict. Company leadership said global energy flows remain overly dependent on a limited number of maritime chokepoints, making alternative export routes increasingly important for supply security. The UAE has already been diverting some crude exports through an existing pipeline to Fujairah, which can handle up to 1.8 million barrels per day. The new p...

Trump signs order directing banks to review customers’ citizenship status in immigration crackdown move    President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday directing banks and federal regulators to review whether customers may be in the United States without legal status when accessing financial services such as loans, credit cards, and bank accounts. The order instructs financial regulators and government agencies to look for indicators that individuals without legal immigration status could be using the banking system, framing the effort as part of a broader push to reduce what the administration describes as financial risks tied to deportation. The White House argued that lenders could face losses if borrowers are removed from the country and are unable to repay loans. The directive stops short of requiring banks to collect citizenship or immigration status from all customers, a step that had been considered more aggressively in earlier discussions. Instead, it o...

 Air France flight diverted to Canada after Ebola-related entry restrictions blocked US landing over Congo passenger, officials say An Air France flight headed for Detroit was diverted to Canada after authorities determined a passenger from the Democratic Republic of Congo boarded “in error” amid heightened restrictions tied to an Ebola outbreak in central Africa, officials said. The flight, which departed from Paris, was ultimately redirected to Montréal Trudeau International Airport and landed shortly after 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, according to flight tracking data. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesperson said the aircraft was barred from landing in Detroit after officials enforced new entry rules designed to reduce potential Ebola exposure risk. The passenger’s presence on board conflicted with recently updated U.S. restrictions that limit entry for certain travelers who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, or Uganda within the past 21 days. Under...

 Kontoor Brands agrees to sell Lee denim label to Authentic Brands Group in deal worth up to $1 billion Kontoor Brands has agreed to sell its Lee denim label to Authentic Brands Group in a deal that could reach up to $1 billion, with closing expected in the second half of the year, the companies said Thursday. The transaction includes an upfront payment of $750 million, along with a potential additional $250 million earnout tied to Lee’s future performance under its new ownership. Kontoor’s board unanimously approved the sale, which shifts Lee into a licensing-based model once the deal is completed. The decision marks an exit from Kontoor’s effort to revive the long-standing denim brand, which the company recently placed on the market after an internal review of its portfolio. Analysts had broadly anticipated a lower valuation, making the final price higher than expected and surprising some industry observers. Following the sale, Kontoor will focus on its remaining brands, includin...

BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE POLICE ARREST SUSPECT, RECOVER 18 STOLEN RAMS WORTH ₦7M IN BAUCHI Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested a suspect and recovered 18 stolen rams following a swift intelligence-led operation in Bauchi Metropolis. On 19th May 2026 at about 0200 hours, the Police Monitoring Team attached to the Area Command, Bauchi Metropolis, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted a white Hummer bus with registration number DELTA WW-882 ZR and a dark ash Toyota Camry car with registration number BAUCHI NNG-293-AA along Gubi Road, Bauchi. The vehicles were found loaded with 18 rams. One suspect, Sayyadi Abubakar, male, aged 58 years, of Tahoua Town, Maradi State, Niger Republic, was arrested at the scene. During interrogation, the suspect confessed to conspiring with one Alaji Ibrahim and four other accomplices, all of the same address, who are currently at large. The group allegedly stole the rams from a location opposite A.A. Kunya Fill...

 IGP DISU ASSURES ADEQUATE SECURITY, PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AHEAD OF EKITI GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, attended the Election Stakeholders’ Meeting and Signing of the Peace Accord ahead of the forthcoming Ekiti State Governorship Election held in Ado-Ekiti, where he reaffirmed the readiness of the Nigeria Police Force to ensure a peaceful, secure, free, and credible electoral process across the State. The event brought together key electoral and political stakeholders including representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the National Peace Committee led by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, GCFR (Rtd), political parties, candidates, traditional rulers, civil society groups, security agencies, religious leaders, and members of the diplomatic and observer community. The IGP commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Natio...

 Court Jails Two Ex Bank Officials 7 Years for N7.8million Fraud The Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the EFCC has secured the conviction and sentencing of two former bank officials for separate one-count charges each, bordering on fraud of about N7.8million. They were convicted and sentenced to seven years jail term by Justice A.A Bello of the State High Court, sitting in Kaduna. The convicts are: Obadofin Daniel Bamise and Hadiza Oyiza Yakubu. More details later

 Minister Of Foreign Affairs Bianca Meets South Korea’s Chargé d’Affaires ahead of Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers Meeting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu has met with the Chargé d'Affaires, of the  Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Nigeria,  Mr. Tak Namgung ahead of the Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers Meeting in Seoul, South Korea.  A statement by the Foreign Ministry's Spokesperson Kimibie Ebienfa says the high-level gathering will host ministers and representatives from 54 African countries to build on the momentum of the Inaugural Korea- Africa Summit. Key focus areas for the meeting include Critical Minerals & Supply Chains - Strengthening cooperation in energy, critical minerals, and logistics in response to global geopolitical risks, as well as economic & Strategic Partnerships, expanding trade, green transition, and digital innovation following up on the 2024 summit objectives.

 JAMB RELEASES  279 RESULTS PREVIOUSLY HELD. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released 279 UTME results that were previously withheld for further investigation. In a statement issued by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, the Board says the release followed ongoing investigations into cases of suspected examination malpractice.          JAMB adds that, some results have been outrightly cancelled where evidence of malpractice was established. The Board also states that results from centres where its live monitoring team observed suspicious activities remain withheld pending further investigation. Candidates whose results have not yet been released are advised to check their status by sending “UTMERESULT” to 55019 or 66019 using the same phone number used for registration, to access their released results.

 JIGAWA STATE GOVERNMENT SIGNS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT 20,000 RICE FARMERS The Jigawa State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with StarAgri West Africa Limited as part of efforts to boost agricultural productivity and increase support for smallholder farmers across the state. The agreement is expected to provide agricultural inputs to 20,000 rice farmers engaged in dry season farming, while also introducing targeted interventions aimed at reducing production costs and improving profitability for farmers. Statement by Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor indicates that Governor Namadi presided over the formal signing ceremony held at Government House, Dutse. The Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Sandy Eyal signed for StarAgri West Africa Limited MOU, while the Commissioner for Agriculture, Muttaka Namadi, signed on behalf of the Jigawa State Government. Governor Namadi described the collaboration as another major mil...

 Kaduna Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Majority Leader Clinch APC Consensus Tickets As Aspirants Step Down For Party Unity The Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dahiru Liman, alongside the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Barr. Magaji Henry Danjuma, and the Majority Leader, Hon. Munira Suleiman Tanimu, have secured the All Progressives Congress (APC) tickets for their constituencies through consensus affirmation exercises conducted across Kaduna State. Rt. Hon. Dahiru Liman was unanimously affirmed as the APC candidate for Makera State Constituency during the party’s primary exercise attended by party officials, electoral officers, and supporters. Announcing the outcome, the Returning Officer, Engr. Ezekiel Samuel Gode, stated that Liman emerged unopposed after being adopted as the sole consensus candidate for the constituency. “Having received the affirmation results from the five voting areas and with no other aspirant in the race, I hereby declare Rt. Hon. Dahiru Liman a...

 VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL FROM ABIA APC GOVERNORSHIP RACE This is to formally announce to my supporters, party members, and the general public that, after wide consultations with family members, friends, and stakeholders, I have voluntarily withdrawn my aspiration to contest for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State. Though difficult, this decision is premised on two major reasons: 1. Considering that my brother, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (MON), has already clinched the senatorial ticket of the party, I believe this decision will allow other aspirants the opportunity to exercise their right to contest for the office of Governor. 2. After wide and due consultations with stakeholders, we concluded that, in the interest of fairness and equity, Abia Central should be allowed to complete its eight years of power rotation, which it has already commenced. I extend my special appreciation to my wife and children, who have stood by me throughout these months ...

 George-Kelly Withdraws From Rivers APC Governorship Primaries After Fubara’s Decision His announcement comes hours after the Rivers State Governor announced his withdrawal from the partys primaries. A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Alabo George-Kelly, has withdrawn from the party’s forthcoming governorship primaries, pledging support for whoever emerges as the party’s candidate. His withdrawal comes hours after Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, also announced his decision to step down from the APC governorship primary race in what observers see as part of ongoing political realignments within the party ahead of the 2027 General Elections. In a statement issued on Wednesday, George-Kelly said his decision followed a crucial stakeholders’ meeting convened by the national leadership of the APC, where deliberations focused on the future of the party in Rivers State and the need for unity and strategic alignment. The aspirant, who ...

 Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon has reopened contentious debates over the causes of the 1967–1970 Nigerian Civil War, claiming in his new autobiography that the late Biafran leader, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, deliberately frustrated repeated attempts to prevent the conflict. In *My Life of Service and Allegiance*, Gowon offers a detailed personal account of the political mistrust, constitutional crises, and failed negotiations that plunged the country into war following the 1966 military coups and subsequent ethnic violence. “Ojukwu deliberately and effectively thwarted every effort we made to amicably resolve our national issues,” Gowon wrote. The former military leader recounted how the federal government pursued political settlements amid widespread outrage in the Eastern Region over the killings of Igbos in parts of Northern Nigeria, which fueled separatist sentiments. He said the federal side approached the landmark January 1967 Aburi meeting in Ghana with genuin...

 Hugh Jackman blames ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness for Nicole Kidman drama Hugh Jackman is reportedly frustrated over feeling isolated in Hollywood and believes his ex-wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, is behind it.  According to insiders, Jackman thinks Furness and her circle have been quietly influencing others against him, leading to strained relationships with longtime friends such as Naomi Watts, Russell Crowe, and Nicole Kidman.  The tension became more visible at the 2026 Met Gala, where Kidman, a co-chair of the event, allegedly avoided Jackman and his new partner, actress Sutton Foster, while showing support for Furness. Sources claim Jackman has asked Furness to stop fueling the situation, especially since he feels it is unfairly affecting Foster’s reputation.  He is said to be protective of her and upset that people who once welcomed her socially are now distancing themselves.  Jackman reportedly believes the fallout has gone beyond a typical breakup and has e...

 Jodie Sweetin reveals her relationship with Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen after their 'very different' experiences on 'Full House' Jodie Sweetin, 44, recently opened up about her relationship with former Full House co-stars Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen during an April 21 episode of The McBride Rewind.  Sweetin recalled being close to the twins while filming the sitcom in the 1990s but admitted that over the years they’ve drifted apart.  She explained that the Olsens had a very different trajectory compared to the rest of the cast, moving to New York, building their fashion empire The Row, and choosing to live a more private life. Sweetin emphasized that there was no bad blood between them, but acknowledged that the twins’ childhood was far more demanding than hers or Candace Cameron Bure’s.  While she enjoyed breaks during filming, Mary-Kate and Ashley were constantly working on movies, mystery series, and product launches.  Sweetin speculated that the Olsens even...

 Katie Price shares cryptic posts days after husband Lee Andrews mysteriously disappears Katie Price has shared a series of emotional and cryptic posts on social media as concern continues to grow over the disappearance of her husband, Lee Andrews. The former glamour model posted several reflective messages about strength, self-worth and acceptance, just hours after publicly pleading for help to find Lee, who reportedly vanished last week under troubling circumstances. One message Katie reposted read, “Sometimes you just have to accept the situation and say, it’s okay, it happens, it’s life.” Another post appeared more personal, focusing on confidence and resilience. “Focus on yourself, because nothing is more powerful than a woman who knows her worth, chases her goals and dares to dream big,” the message read, to which Katie added, “Boom.” The 47-year-old also hinted at emotional exhaustion during what has clearly become an overwhelming period for her. “I’m not overwhelmed because...

 Expert Divers Believe Wrong Turn Inside Maldives Cave May Have Led to Tragic Loss of Five Italians Fresh details are beginning to emerge following the heartbreaking loss of five Italian divers who disappeared during a cave exploration dive in the Maldives. The experienced group entered a deep underwater cave system near Vaavu Atoll last Thursday but never made it back to the surface. Their disappearance quickly triggered a large recovery operation, with authorities and specialist divers racing against time beneath dangerous conditions. Diving instructor Gianluca Benedetti was the first to be found near the cave entrance shortly after the group vanished. Days later, the remaining four bodies were recovered from deep within the cave network, around 165 feet underwater. Now, a team of Finnish specialist divers involved in the recovery effort believes the group may have accidentally entered the wrong underwater passage while trying to exit the cave. According to reports, the divers we...

 NAF BOOSTS OPERATIONAL AIR SAFETY WITH GRADUATION OF SPECIALIST AIRFIELD SUPPORT PERSONNEL The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), through the Air Traffic Services Training Centre (ATSTC), has graduated 49 personnel from the Air Traffic Control Assistant/Base Operations Upgrading Course 9/2026 and Fire Upgrading Course 10/2026, further strengthening operational air safety and airfield support capabilities across NAF operational theatres and joint-user airfields. The intensive 4-week programmes equipped participants with advanced competencies in air traffic control procedures, aerodrome operations, emergency coordination, aircraft rescue and firefighting operations essential to sustaining safe and effective air missions. As part of the training, participants underwent rigorous classroom instruction, simulator-based exercises and practical drills covering runway incursion prevention, flight data processing, aerodrome inspections, NOTAM origination, aircraft firefighting tactics and mass casua...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS PROFESSOR SEGUN AINA AS NEW JAMB REGISTRAR President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), succeeding Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose two-term tenure expires on July 31, 2026. Professor Aina, who will be 40 in July, is a distinguished academic and systems expert with extensive experience in national examination systems, digital infrastructure, and public-sector institutional reform.  He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Systems Engineering from the University of Kent, an MSc in Internet Computing and Network Security, and a PhD in Digital Signal Processing, both from Loughborough University, United Kingdom. He has also completed the Senior Management Programme at Lagos Business School. A Professor of Computer Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Aina began his career with JAMB during his National Youth Service,...

 An 85-year-old man heroically intervened in a diabolical kidnapping attempt, giving the victim an opportunity to escape.  This shocking incident took place on May 8th at a mobile home park in Medford, Oregon.  On that day, 42-year-old Matthew Aranda, armed himself with a laser and a large hunting knife while disguising himself as a utility worker.  Matthew lay in wait at the mobile home park for his victim. The victim he was planning on kidnapping was a 25-year-old woman who worked as a caregiver for an elderly resident of the mobile home park. When the victim finished her shift, she exited the home and began to walk to her car. This is when Matthew approached her and immediately used his taser to incapacitate her and begin to attempt her abduction. However, the victim began to scream, and those screams caught the attention of 85-year-old James Miller. James wasted no time rushing to the scene and confronting Matthew. This caused Matthew to turn his attention from h...

 Anambra Budget Commissioner, Assumes Office, Pledges Fiscal Discipline ‎ ‎By Maureen Agbala ‎ ‎A day after being inaugurated by the Governor of Chukwuma Soludo, the newly appointed Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Anambra State, Mr. Chukwukadibia Okoye, has officially resumed duties at the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. ‎ ‎His assumption of office signals the commencement of a new chapter in the state’s economic planning and fiscal management efforts under the Soludo administration’s Solution Agenda. ‎ ‎Mr. Okoye is expected to champion critical areas including fiscal discipline, economic reforms, strategic allocation of resources, and efficient budget implementation in line with the administration’s vision of sustainable development and inclusive prosperity for the people of the state. ‎ ‎Speaking shortly after taking over the office, he reaffirmed his commitment to prudent economic planning, effective policy coordination, and result-oriented governance a...

 COAS DRIVES OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE, TASKS COMMANDERS ON ACCOUNTABILITY, COMBAT READINESS The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged commanders across the Nigerian Army to intensify operational effectiveness through strict accountability, professionalism and results-driven leadership. Delivering his closing remarks at the Chief of Army Staff Bi-Annual Conference 2026 held at the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites, Asokoro, Abuja, the Army Chief noted that the conference achieved its core objectives, providing a robust platform for critical assessment and forward-looking strategies to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. He emphasized that deliberations during the conference focused on sharpening operational responses, strengthening training frameworks and adapting to the complexities of the contemporary security environment. According to him, the outcomes are geared towards building a more agile, combat-ready, technologically adv...

 Wife Of Chikun LG Chairman Distributes Free Nutritional Food Items, Mama Kids To Vulnerable Children In Kakau The wife of the Executive Chairman of Chikun Local Government Area, Mrs. Talatu Musa, on Wednesday distributed free nutritional food items and Mama Kids packages to vulnerable children at the Kakau Primary Healthcare Centre in Chikun LGA of Kaduna State. The outreach programme also featured a supportive visit to the Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) centre, where Mrs. Musa interacted with mothers of malnourished children and encouraged them to embrace exclusive breastfeeding as well as the use of locally available food for complementary feeding after the first six months. Speaking during the event held at the Primary Healthcare Centre in Kakau Ward, Mrs. Musa stressed the importance of proper nutrition in improving child health and reducing cases of malnutrition within communities. Also speaking, the Food and Nutrition Focal Person for Chikun Local Governm...