Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev booked their places in the Wimbledon men’s singles final with commanding straight-set victories on Friday, ending the title hopes of Novak Djokovic and British wildcard Arthur Fery. World number one Sinner moved within one win of retaining his Wimbledon crown after defeating seven-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has announced a major shift in fever management, revealing that only about five per cent of fever cases in the state are caused by malaria and directing healthcare providers to adopt evidence-based diagnosis before treatment. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, at…
Reports from multiple media outlets have alleged that Somalia and Sudan are increasingly connected through external military support involving Saudi Arabia, foreign fighters and cross-border training programmes, raising concerns over growing regional proxy dynamics. According to an analysis by PM News, Saudi Arabia is alleged to be providing financial support, weapons and logistical assistance to…
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…
