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The Edo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following intelligence reports of a planned kidnap attack targeting students. The affected schools are Ososo Grammar School, Ososo Comprehensive High School and Makeke Secondary School. The directive was contained in a circular dated June 9 and signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr Enodolomwanyi Otamere. The decision followed security advisories from relevant agencies warning of credible threats to the safety of students, teachers and residents in parts of Akoko-Edo. “The Ministry of Education has received intelligence reports and advisories from…

David Lynch’s first feature-length film will make you feel like you’re in a bizarre nightmare. The 90-minute black-and-white horror flick is packed with odd sounds and imagery, and the result is incredibly eerie. Don’t even get me started on the main character’s freakish, otherworldly looking “baby” (that’s oddly still kind of cute). There are messages about men and parenthood here, but even setting aside the bigger picture, Eraserhead’s surreal world is absolutely worth a visit.  Source link

The Chief Executive Officer of the International News Media Association, Earl Wilkinson, has said that building a strong brand identity, maintaining a clear identity, and building relationships with specific audiences will determine the future survival of news organisations amid the rapid growth of artificial intelligence-generated news content. According to Wilkinson, media organisations must focus on identity, trust and direct relationships with audiences rather than merely competing for reach and traffic. Wilkinson spoke during a courtesy visit to PUNCH Place, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, on Wednesday, where he delivered a presentation on the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the future of journalism, news…

Aggrieved ex-employees of the defunct Arab Bank and Assurance Bank took to the streets of Lagos on Wednesday in a protest, accusing regulatory authorities of systemic neglect and pushing them into acute poverty. The protest was held at the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate office at the old Secretariat within the premises of Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island. The senior citizens, representing roughly 1,020 affected staff nationwide, are demanding immediate intervention from the Federal Government over their exclusion from national welfare packages. Despite a 20-year dispute since the banks’ liquidation, many of the retirees said they are currently receiving less than…

By Chioma Obinna On this year’s World Blood Donor Day, the World Health Organisation, (WHO) on Wednesday raised concerns over persistent shortages in blood supply across the African Region, warning that millions of patients remain at risk due to inadequate access to safe blood and blood products. In a message to commemorate the 2026 World Blood Donor Day, themed: “One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives,” the WHO Regional Director for Africa, Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi said although countries in the region had recorded notable progress in blood donation over the years, demand for safe blood continues to outpace…

Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 in an international friendly played on Wednesday night. The Super Eagles were looking to cause a major upset against Cristiano Ronaldo and co, after drawing 2-2 with Poland one week ago. But it was the former European champions who took the lead, with Pedro Neto finding space inside the box to drill the ball home. Nigeria were level at the break, thanks to a powerful run and finish from Akor Adams. With the game looking to end in a stalemate, Francisco Conceicao cut in and curled in a sublime finish to win it. Portugal’s next game…

News » Premier League news » Arsenal newsJune 10, 2026 20:45 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Arsenal summer 2026 transfer targets Tonali to Arsenal pretty soon? Arsenal are lining up an opening bid for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to Corriere dello Sport. The Gunners were linked with the Italy international at the start of the year, but a formal offer was never made to the Magpies.However, this has not ended the speculation, and Fabrizio Romano recently revealed that the club have contacted Tonali’s camp.The Premier League champions could now follow up their transfer interest with a formal bid to Newcastle in…

The Nigerian entertainment industry gathered in their numbers on Wednesday for the service of songs of late Nollywood actor, Alexx Ekubo. PUNCH reports that the popular actor died on May 11, 2026, after a battle with kidney cancer. Family, friends, colleagues gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songs Family, friends, colleagues gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songs Family, friends, colleagues gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songs In accordance with the funeral arrangements released by the Ekubo family, colleagues, friends, and dignitaries trooped into The Monarch Event Centre, clothed strictly in white attire. Videos from the event currently circulating…

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has refused to endorse the former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, for the presidency come 2023. Amaechi visited Kano on Wednesday as part of his consultations ahead of the All Progressives Congress’ presidential primary. The former minister had resigned from the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.)’s cabinet to pursue his presidential ambition under the platform of the APC. At the meeting, with other APC stakeholders present, Ganduje said Kano as a “swing state, will continue to swing.” He added that Amaechi would know where the state eventually swung to at the right time.…

As more companies expand across African markets, one challenge continues to constrain growth: the complexity of hiring, paying, and managing talent across multiple jurisdictions. Despite rising investment flows, stronger regional trade ambitions under the African Continental Free Trade Area, and a growing appetite for cross-border expansion, businesses still face fragmented labour regulations, inconsistent payroll systems, and country-specific compliance requirements. These frictions make scaling across the continent slower, more expensive, and more operationally risky than it should be. It is a challenge that rarely makes headlines, but it has significant implications for Africa’s economic integration and competitiveness. On paper, Africa is…