Nigeria is enhancing Ebola screening at entry points due to protocol breaches. Global oil price surges may trigger a petrol price hike, and a building collapse in Lagos has resulted in one fatality.

Four pilots killed in mid-air collision of two Philippine Air Force SF-260 training planes at Fernando Air Base. An investigation is ongoing, and the aircraft fleet is temporarily grounded.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow next week. The agenda includes economic cooperation and geopolitical discussions, as the two sanctioned nations continue to deepen their ties.

Jose Mourinho returns to the El-Clasico spotlight this Sunday with Real Madrid facing Barcelona at Camp Nou. His previous spell was defined by a fierce rivalry with Barca, and he famously broke their dominance by winning La Liga in 2012.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso sees Thibaut Courtois qualities in young goalkeeper Mike Penders, noting similarities in stature, left-footedness, and aerial dominance. Penders recently made his Premier League debut for the club.

Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has listed 19 key projects and investments across sectors like banking, oil & gas, and tech to counter claims that President Tinubu's reforms are scaring investors away. He cited specific examples from major financial institutions as evidence of continued investor interest in Nigeria.

A 71-year-old man has died after being struck by a self-driving car on a freeway in California. The vehicle was reportedly operating in Full Self-Driving mode when the incident occurred.

Anambra Police arrest Chima Ofoeke over the suspected murder of 23-year-old Mmesoma Umeorini. The suspect allegedly confessed to killing the victim after their relationship breakdown and led police to her recovered remains.

First Lady Remi Tinubu stated that Nigerians who don't see progress need 'Bola Tinubu eyeglasses', citing airport improvements as evidence. She made the comments at an event for a pro-Tinubu re-election group.

President Bola Tinubu's 2027 campaign has officially launched with a massive rally in Kaduna, drawing thousands of APC supporters to the Ranchers Bees Stadium. The event signals the party's strong intent for a second term.

Saudi Arabia issued 'potential danger' alerts for Mecca, Jeddah, Taif, and Yanbu on Friday. The warnings were rescinded minutes later, with residents advised to proceed to the nearest safe place. This comes amid renewed attacks from Yemen's Houthi rebels.
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Jigawa State Police Command arrests three suspects for vandalising armoured cables at the Manpower Development Institute in Dutse and high-tension cable theft in Guri LGA. The command is intensifying efforts to curb vandalism of public infrastructure.

APC PCC alleges Atiku Abubakar and ADC are plotting to use deepfake videos and fake documents to disrupt the APC's presidential campaign flag-off in Kaduna. The party claims opposition is spreading misinformation ahead of the rally.

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has described his team as a 'work in progress' ahead of Sunday's El Clásico. He noted that players are still adapting to his methods due to limited training time. Mourinho expressed confidence in the team's title-winning capabilities.

ADC has challenged APC to provide evidence for its deepfake allegation against Atiku Abubakar and the ADC. The party also stated that public dissatisfaction is due to President Tinubu's economic policies, not propaganda.

NEDC to deploy 10,330 electric vehicles in North-East Nigeria, including tricycles, taxis, and buses. The initiative aims to cut transport costs and create jobs with greener mobility.

North-West has chosen President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election, according to APC chieftain Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso. He cited the massive turnout at the APC campaign flag-off in Kaduna as evidence of strong support for a second term.

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has collapsed and is expected to be out for weeks. The club confirmed he is undergoing medical examinations and will not be rushed back to his duties.

Rotary International is urging parents to vaccinate children against polio on World Polio Day, stressing that paralysis from this preventable disease must be stopped. Nigeria joins the global call to protect every child.

SGF George Akume has called on the North to support President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027 and wait until 2031 for their own presidential ambition. He stressed unity and collective regional interests over individual ambitions.