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 LASUBEB HONOURS TEACHING, NON-TEACHING STAFF WITH LONG SERVICE AWARD   The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has honoured its teaching and non-teaching staff with Long Service Awards in recognition of their years of dedication, commitment and invaluable contributions to the development of basic education in Lagos State. The ceremony provided an opportunity to celebrate employees whose years of service have contributed significantly to the growth and effective administration of the State’s basic education sector. The ceremony, which took place recently at the LASUBEB Multi-Purpose Hall, brought together members of the Board, management, teaching and non-teaching staff, award recipients and other stakeholders to celebrate employees who have demonstrated loyalty, professionalism, resilience and sustained commitment throughout their years of service.  The event also highlighted the importance of recognising and appreciating the workforce as a critical dri...

 A Minnesota mother ran into a burning home and used her body as a shield, suffering fatal burns to protect her daughter.  38-year-old Bonnie Pierce was the embodiment of courage and selfless unyielding love. She made the ultimate sacrifice, disregarding pain and the need for oxygen to ensure her young daughter's future.  On Saturday, August 22nd, 38-year-old Bonnie Pierce was spending the day with her daughters at their duplex in St. Paul, Minnesota.   The serenity of the day was shattered when a fire broke out in the home. The flames spread quickly, leaving little time for a response. Bonnie and one of her daughters quickly exited the building while a second daughter escaped through a window. Bonnie realized her toddler had not come out of the duplex with any of the family. Without hesitation, Bonnie barreled back into their home, determined to rescue the young girl. She would not be seen again until firefighters were able to enter the apartment.  When en...

 King Harald V of Norway dies at 89 after weeks of health complications King Harald V of Norway has died at the age of 89 after weeks of health problems and a final hospitalization in Oslo. The Royal Palace confirmed that Harald died peacefully at 6:35 a.m. local time on Friday, August 28, at Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet.  “It is with deep grief that we announce that His Majesty King Harald has passed away,” the palace said. His death came a day after the Royal House said his condition had “deteriorated” and was “very serious.”  Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon had canceled their upcoming engagements to remain by his side, while members of the royal family were seen arriving at the hospital. Harald had been hospitalized for the second time this year on August 17 because of side effects from ongoing medical treatment. Crown Prince Haakon was made regent during his father’s sick leave.  Days later, the palace said the King’s condition had worsened and tha...

 Ghanaian woman d!es in China after collapsing at airport  A Ghanaian woman, Mercy Yaaba Bredu, has d!ed in China after reportedly collapsing at an airport shortly after travelling from Ghana to pursue a master’s degree. Bredu left Ghana on Monday, August 24, 2026, with plans to continue her education in China. However, her journey took a tragic turn when she reportedly collapsed at the airport and was rushed to a hospital for medical attention. She died on Wednesday, August 26, according to her former University classmates in Ghana. According to information from her colleagues, Bredu travelled from Ghana on Monday to begin her journey towards pursuing a master’s degree in China.  However, shortly after arriving at the airport, she collapsed and required urgent medical attention. She was rushed to a hospital, where she received treatment as medical personnel sought to stabilise her condition. Mercy with some family members on Monday at Accra International Airport before h...

 TROOPS OF OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA RECOVER AND SAFELY DISPOSE OF TERRORIST-PLANTED IED IN ZAMFARA STATE Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded another operational success in Zamfara State with the recovery and safe disposal of a terrorist-planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along a major access route in Bukkuyum Local Government Area on 27 August 2026. Acting on credible intelligence, troops of Sector 2 swiftly responded to reports of an IED planted along the Gurusu–Gwashi Road. Troops identified the explosive device, secured the area to prevent harm to road users and successfully facilitated the safe disposal of the IED by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team. Following the operation, troops sustained aggressive patrols in the general area to deny terrorists freedom of action. The successful operation underscored the commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to protecting lives, safeguarding critical routes and countering the evolving tactics of...

 ANAMBRA POLICE COMMAND BENEFITS FROM IGP’S NIGERIA POLICE TRUST FUND-SPONSORED WELFARE INITIATIVE FOR JUNIOR OFFICERS’ SPOUSES The Anambra State Police Command today, 27th August 2026, witnessed the implementation of a welfare initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, sponsored by the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF). The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the welfare and well-being of Junior Police Officers’ spouses and their families. The event, held at Don Ritz Hotel, Awka underscores the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police to prioritising the welfare of personnel and their families, recognising the important role that family support plays in boosting the morale, dedication and effectiveness of police officers in the discharge of their duties. The programme provided support to beneficiaries among the spouses of Junior Police Officers in the Command, further demonstrating the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment t...

Argentine Sports Executives Admit Bribing FIFA Officials Two Argentine sports marketing executives embroiled in a huge FIFA corruption scandal admitted Thursday to bribing international soccer officials to secure lucrative media rights, as they struck a deal with US prosecutors to avoid trial. Hugo Jinkis and Mariano Jinkis, a father and son, were charged after a sprawling 2015 probe that rocked governing body FIFA and continental confederations for South and North America. The US investigation, which included raids on FIFA officials in Zurich, led to a series of arrests, trials and subsequent convictions and guilty pleas. Under a deferred prosecution agreement (DPA), the US will drop fraud charges against the Jinkises, who admitted to devising a scheme that defrauded FIFA, CONCACAF and CONMEBOL. They also agreed to forfeit $50 million as part of the deal. The men “agreed to pay and did pay tens of millions of dollars in commercial bribes” to soccer executives in exchange for support “...