Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

Arsenal Football Club have been crowned English Premier League champions for the 2025/26 season after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. The result mathematically sealed the title race, ending a 22-year wait for league glory. Although Pep Guardiola’s side needed a win to extend the battle, they fell short on the south coast, allowing the Gunners to clinch top spot with a game to spare. Consequently, celebrations erupted among Arsenal supporters, who last witnessed league success during the iconic “Invincibles” era in 2003/04 under Arsène Wenger. Throughout the season, Mikel Arteta’s…

Arsenal delivered an engaging performance on 18 May 2026 as they faced a competitive opponent in a crucial Premier League fixture. From the opening whistle, the Gunners applied high pressing, controlled possession, and created early chances that set the tone for the match. Moreover, their midfield displayed strong coordination, linking defence and attack with precision passes. As the game progressed, Arsenal maintained intensity while adapting tactically to their opponent’s counterattacks. Transitioning quickly from defence to offence, they exploited spaces on the wings and forced several goal-scoring opportunities. In addition, the defensive line stayed compact, ensuring minimal threats from set pieces…

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to eliminate the electricity band classification system introduced by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in 2024, as it pushes for a more reliable and unified power supply across the state. Under the NERC framework, electricity consumers are grouped into Bands A to E, where Band A users receive at least 20 hours of electricity daily but pay higher tariffs, while lower bands enjoy subsidised rates with fewer hours of supply. However, Lagos officials believe this structure no longer aligns with the state’s long-term energy vision. Speaking during a ministerial briefing in Alausa,…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the price of aviation fuel (Jet A1) from N1,750 to N1,650 per litre, in a move aimed at easing financial pressure on Nigeria’s airline industry. The company announced the adjustment in a statement released on Monday, noting that the decision is part of broader efforts to stabilise fuel supply and support aviation operations nationwide. Meanwhile, Nigerian airlines have recently raised concerns over escalating fuel costs, warning that operations could be disrupted if prices remain unstable. They argue that the sharp increase in aviation fuel is not in line with global market trends, especially following…

A tragic shooting at a mosque complex in Southern California has left three people dead, while authorities continue investigating a suspected hate-driven attack. According to police, emergency responders arrived at the Islamic Centre of San Diego after receiving an active shooter report and immediately discovered multiple victims outside the building. Shortly after, officers located two suspects, aged 18 and 17, inside a nearby vehicle, both dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Investigators also confirmed that no officers fired weapons during the incident, while a security guard at the centre was praised for heroic actions that may have saved lives. Furthermore,…

Outrage has continued to spread across Nigeria following the deadly bandits’ attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, where about 30 students and teachers were abducted and two persons lost their lives. The attack, which occurred on Friday, May 16, threw residents into panic after armed assailants invaded Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School. However, public anger intensified on Monday after a disturbing viral video allegedly showed one of the abducted teachers being beheaded by the kidnappers. The victim was later identified as Michael Oyedokun, a mathematics teacher. As…

Armed attackers have abducted no fewer than 45 pupils during coordinated assaults on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, throwing several communities into fear and uncertainty. The affected schools include Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; Community Grammar School, Esiele; and L.A. Primary School. According to eyewitness accounts, the gunmen stormed the communities around 8am on motorcycles, dressed in camouflage and speaking Yoruba, Hausa, and Pidgin English. They reportedly opened fire indiscriminately, causing panic among pupils, teachers, and residents. Consequently, many children fled through windows while others were forcefully taken away into nearby forests bordering the…

Nigeria’s weightlifting team has delivered a commanding performance at the 2026 African Senior Weightlifting Championships and the 16th Mediterranean Cup in Ismailia, Egypt, securing 10 gold and five silver medals after two days of intense competition. Importantly, the championships also serve as qualifiers for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, and Nigeria has firmly positioned itself as a top contender. In particular, the women’s team has dominated proceedings, setting a strong pace for the country’s overall success. Ruth Asuquo, Onome Didih, and Rafiat Lawal led Nigeria’s medal surge, collectively winning nine gold medals. Asuquo opened the campaign in the women’s 48kg category,…

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority NCAA) has officially approved the Gateway International Airport (Gateway International Airport), Ogun State, for the 2026 Hajj operations, following comprehensive regulatory inspections. According to a memo dated April 30, 2026, the airport is among five airports cleared for unrestricted Hajj flight operations after meeting safety, security, and facilitation standards. The approved airports include Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport), Abuja; Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Murtala Muhammed International Airport), Lagos; Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport), Kano; and Obafemi Jeremiah International Airport (Obafemi Jeremiah International Airport),…

Vitel Wireless has strengthened Nigeria’s digital ecosystem through a strategic partnership with leading fintech platforms, OPay Limited and Moniepoint Limited, enabling millions of users to conveniently purchase airtime and data directly from their bank accounts. This collaboration marks a major milestone in bridging the gap between telecommunications and financial services. By integrating fintech wallets with telecom infrastructure, Vitel Wireless is making mobile connectivity more seamless, efficient, and widely accessible across Nigeria. As a result, customers can now top up airtime and buy data bundles with ease, without facing traditional access barriers. According to the Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Chudi Nwabueze,…