…issued by the Police confirming that the reported bandits' invasion was merely a rumour and not a real security threat, I wish to reassure parents, guardians, and the general public that there is no cause for alarm. “I have personally gone around some schools yesterday and today, and can confirm that the learning envir…

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...

…injecting $22 million in a pay-to-play round that one investor called "the least amount of capital possible" to keep General Fusion afloat. Then in November, securities filings in Canada revealed that the company had raised $51.1 million in SAFE notes from nearly 70 investors, the Globe and Mail reported. Altogether, i…

…hammers and nails - all of the art in my apartment is hung up using Command strips - but mounting hardware that Aura includes feels sturdy. It's easy to take the frame on and off the wall, but you probably only will need to take it down to charge the frame via USB-C once per month. (When the lights are off or you're no…

…(A) Sat 26 Sept – International break Sat 3 Oct – International break Sat 10 Oct - Bournemouth (H) Sat 17 Oct - Everton (A) Sat 24 Oct - Tottenham Hotspur (H) Wed 28 Oct – Carabao Cup Round Four Sat 31 Oct – Manchester United (H) Sat 7 Nov - Sunderland (A) Sat 14 Nov – International break Sat 21 Nov - Leeds United (H)…

…City (H) DECEMBER Wed 2 Brentford (A) Sat 5 Tottenham Hotspur (A) Sat 12 Bournemouth (H) Sat 19 Manchester United (H) Sat 26 Crystal Palace (A) Wed 30 Fulham (A) JANUARY Sat 2 Ipswich Town (H) Wed 6 Brentford (H) Sat 16 Hull City (A) Sat 23 Newcastle United (H) Sat 30 Manchester City (A) FEBRUARY Sat 6 Liverpool (H) We…

…Jorge Jesus, Abel Ferreira and Sérgio Conceição as possible replacements. Jose Mourinho was lined up for the role, but despite serious discussions taking place, he opted for the Real Madrid job. At the 2026 World Cup, Portugal began their campaign with a 1-1 draw with DR Congo. 2026 World Cup: Portugal shortlists three…

The management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, MOUAU, has dismissed the reports that suspected hoodlums may soon invade the institution’s campus. The dismissal followed the panic generated by a social media post, The University in a statement it issued on Friday, said the false and unverified soci…

French tennis player Corentin Moutet has been fined $40,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct after using profane language in a postmatch interview at Queen's Club this week.

Tunisia sack Lamouchi just one game into World CupFigure caption, Gyokeres & Isak score as Sweden put five past TunisiaByCelestine KaroneyBBC Sport Africa in AtlantaPublished16 June 2026Tunisia have sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi following the side's defeat in their opening World Cup 2026 fixture.Sweden inflicted a 5…

'It was either killed or be killed' - ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia6 June 2026Mohamed GabobeMogadishuGetty ImagesFighters from the Union of Islamic Courts took control of Mogadishu in June 2006BBC Africa podcastsFocus on AfricaThis Is AfricaAfricaSomalia

…his open wound, but there was only a single bandage.After the vessel travelled to Portsmouth for medical treatment, the police became involved.Augustus Mensah's story featured prominently in the BBC's 2024 Disclosure documentary "Slavery At Sea" and File on 4's "Invisible Souls".He spoke to the BBC again last week. He…

'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safely17 June 2026Anne SoyBunia, DR CongoAmensisa Ifa / BBCNone of the usual crowds attend burials in this Bunia cemetery at the momentBBC Africa podcastsFocus on AfricaThis Is AfricaAfricaDemocratic Republic of CongoEbola virusDiseaseVi…

…Cup campaign.The Carthage Eagles did not waste time in parting company with Sabri Lamouchi after their 5-1 defeat by Sweden on Monday - making them the first ever country to sack a coach after their first game at the finals.The 48-team format means the North Africans still have a chance to progress from Group F, but Re…

…of shirt'. When we went on to the pitch the world was watching and it became famous."Everybody in Africa wanted to wear that shirt."But Fifa were having none of it and forced Cameroon to add black sleeves for the World Cup three months later.Spoilsports.Senegal 2002 (home)Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Papa B…

In the past few years, I have watched an extraordinary amount of energy, capital, and conversation pour into Africa’s AI ecosystem. Almost all of it has been directed at the people building the technology. Very little of it has been directed at the people who will have to use it. Governments from Nigeria to Rwanda are…

…each with its own strengths, how do you choose the best fit? AI helps us process enormous amounts of information about universities, study destinations, visa processes and success rates, student preferences, and campus experiences. All that data is ingested, and AI generates recommendations. Humanly, it’s impossible to…

…It’s a tool that helps organisations process information more quickly, analyse large amounts of data and identify opportunities more effectively. For us, technology will play a major role in solving many of the continent’s challenges, and AI is one of the tools that can help make that happen. That’s why we’re continuin…

…satellite towns. In her vote of thanks, the Minister of State for the FCT, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, said the project reflected President Tinubu’s vision of using infrastructure as a catalyst for economic growth, social inclusion and improved quality of life. She commended the President, the National Assembly, Wike, engineers…

…Kano State and the EFCC, the court held that making a determination at this stage could amount to deciding substantive issues already embedded in the main suit." He noted that the court consequently declined the request and dismissed the motion. The senior advocate, however, expressed satisfaction with the ruling on th…

…- 3.9 km Also known as the Mubarak Peace Bridge, the Suez Canal Bridge spans the famous Suez Canal and links Africa to Asia. Its strategic importance makes it one of the continent’s most significant engineering achievements. 4. Mozambique Island Bridge (Mozambique) - 3.8 km The Mozambique Island Bridge connects the mai…

…were seen on videos addressing supporters donning Accord face caps. Police personnel mounted the entrance gates, preventing access into the secretariats. The situation is similar in Ila, Ifedayo, and Olorunda local government secretariats. Meanwhile, the Association of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON, while addressi…

Corentin Moutet has been fined almost all of his prize money at Queen's Club following his foul-mouthed post-match interview.

…based on.He-Man, the movie's protagonist, played on screen by Nicholas Galitzine, is famous for his rousing battle cry of 'I have the power' but his performance in theaters has been far from punchy. Masters of the Universe failed to muscle its way to the top of the charts when it debuted at the end of the first week in…

…FOR YOUAll of this, of course, also comes alongside the current unfolding drama of Paramount working its way toward an acquisition of Warner Bros. The stated idea has been to keep HBO Max as its own entity, separate from Paramount Plus, for now, but if this does end up going through, if you were to subscribe to both, t…