By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the successful rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted by suspected bandits in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, describing the operation as a significant victory in the fight against insecurity. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the governor…
New Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has pledged to rebuild a strong culture of discipline, responsibility and ambition as he begins his second spell in charge of the Spanish giants. Speaking on Friday as he supervised preparations for the club’s pre-season campaign, Mourinho said his priority is to create an environment that will help…
By Ayomide Otitoju The schoolchildren and teachers abducted by suspected bandits from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom after spending about 56 days in captivity. The Presidency announced the rescue on Friday, saying the victims were freed during a coordinated security operation involving the military, the Department of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Oyo State Governor and Allied Peoples Movement (APM) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Seyi Makinde, has called for reforms to Nigeria’s security architecture, saying state governors are often blamed for insecurity despite lacking constitutional authority to direct security agencies operating in their states. Makinde made the remarks on Friday during a…
European champions Spain booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium at SoFi Stadium on Friday. Mikel Merino scored a late winner to send Spain into a blockbuster last-four clash against France, with the semi-final scheduled for Tuesday in Dallas. Spain took control early and deservedly…
At least 11 people have been killed and 19 others remain missing after a fast-moving wildfire swept through a village in Spain’s Andalusia region, authorities said on Friday. Emergency officials said many of the victims are believed to be foreign tourists visiting Bedar, a village in the Los Gallardos district, although efforts to confirm their…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has commenced registration for the maiden edition of the Lagos Cleaner Energy Schools Innovation Challenge (LCESIC) 2026, an initiative designed to inspire and equip secondary school students with innovative solutions to clean energy challenges. The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has been honoured at the National Sustainability Achievement Awards 2026 in recognition of its commitment to sustainable manufacturing, product innovation, environmental stewardship, and responsible corporate leadership. The leading Nigerian food and beverage manufacturer received the awards following recommendations by the Awards Technical Committee, which named the company Best Food…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fishermen on the Italian island of Lampedusa are facing mounting challenges as migrant boat wrecks, rising fuel costs and climate change continue to threaten their livelihoods and the local fishing industry. Located closer to North Africa than mainland Italy, Lampedusa has long served as a major arrival point for migrants attempting the…
