Indonesia Earthquake Leaves 12,800 Displaced as Aid Arrives
Thousands of people displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia remained in temporary shelters on Monday as authorities worked to deliver emergency assistance. The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the northern coast of Flores island early Saturday, killing 54 people and injuring more than 100. Authorities said there had been no reports of missing persons. […]
Adeleke’s Victory Challenges One-Party State Narrative — Oladejo
Former Lagos State APC spokesman Seye Oladejo has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State as a significant boost for Nigeria’s democracy, saying the result challenges claims that the country is drifting inevitably towards a one-party state. In a statement on Monday, Oladejo said Adeleke’s victory demonstrated the resilience and competitiveness of Nigeria’s electoral […]
Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
American actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in the television series Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36. Panettiere died on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Greenville, South Carolina, less than a week before her 37th birthday. Her death was confirmed by her father, Skip Panettiere, in a statement issued on […]
Bala Mohammed Warns Politicians Against Relying on Federal Backing
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has warned opposition politicians against relying on federal support to win elections, saying voters should determine electoral outcomes. Mohammed spoke on Monday after casting his ballot at Model Central Primary School, Yalwan Duguri, in Alkaleri Local Government Area during the ongoing Bauchi State local government elections. The governor said recent […]
Ekiti Police Search for 19-Year-Old Missing Woman
The Ekiti State Police Command has launched an investigation into the disappearance of a 19-year-old woman, Dandam Happiness, who has been missing since August 10, 2026. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ado Ekiti on Monday. According to Abutu, Happiness left her residence in Ado Ekiti […]
Woman Arrested Over Alleged Newborn Theft in Kebbi
A 19-year-old woman, Khadija Ibrahim, has been arrested by the Kebbi State Police Command for allegedly stealing a newborn baby in Zuru Local Government Area and presenting the child to her husband as her own. Ibrahim, a resident of Rikoto, Zuru LGA, was arrested on August 14, 2026, following an investigation into the alleged incident, […]
UK Updates Bona Vacantia Property Valuation Charges
The UK government has revised guidelines for handling certain ownerless land, buildings and property interests administered under its Bona Vacantia system. The Bona Vacantia Division announced the changes on Monday, updating its guidance on referring land or buildings that may qualify as bona vacantia and applying to buy a freehold reversion. The division said the […]
Arsenal Send Ismael Kabia on Loan to St Mirren
Arsenal Confirm Ismael Kabia Loan Move to St Mirren Arsenal have confirmed that winger Ismael Kabia will spend the 2026/27 season on loan at Scottish Premiership club St Mirren. The Premier League club announced the move in a statement published on its official website at the weekend. Kabia joined Arsenal’s academy in March 2017 […]
APC Chieftain Blames Osun Defeat on Internal Wrangling
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Farouq Aliyu, has blamed internal disagreements within the party for its defeat in the Osun State governorship election. Aliyu said some APC members were unhappy with the party’s candidate and failed to support his campaign, weakening the party’s chances at the polls. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show […]
BBNaija Season 11: Neche Withdraws From Competition
Big Brother Naija Season 11 contestant, Neche, has voluntarily withdrawn from the reality show, leaving the house shortly after Sunday’s live eviction show. Neche announced her decision to the other housemates after gathering them in the lounge. She did not disclose the reason for her withdrawal. Her announcement left several housemates emotional as she removed […]
