Real Madrid's star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been ruled out of El Clásico against Barcelona due to a flu-like illness. The club has called up 19-year-old Illia Voloshyn to replace him for the crucial La Liga encounter.

Northern Youth Frontiers declare massive Kaduna rally turnout as strong Northern support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid, praising Senator Abdulaziz Yari's mobilisation efforts.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is reportedly set to bench captain Bruno Fernandes for Sunday's Premier League clash against Bournemouth. The move is reportedly aimed at revitalising the team's form.

Anambra First Lady Dr Nonye Soludo warns of intensifying heat wave and potential for over 31,000 heat-related deaths in Nigeria due to El Niño. Vulnerable groups are urged to take extra precautions.

Bauchi State Police Command arrests two suspected members of a robbery gang involved in machete attacks and dispossession of valuables. The operation aims to reduce thuggery and violent crimes.

Inter Milan has returned to the top of Serie A after a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Fiorentina, with two goals scored in stoppage time.

A 36-year-old man has been arrested by Ogun State Police for vandalising and stealing railway infrastructure in Arigbajo. The suspect, Shobande Taofeek, was apprehended by the SWAT unit, leading to the recovery of 16 railway iron rods and two gas cylinders.

Bayelsa State Government debunks rumours of Nembe-Brass bridge collapse. The road project is 85% complete and on schedule for commissioning in Q1 2027.

Nigeria's NCDC is monitoring 53 contacts following a confirmed Ebola case in the FCT. The patient had a travel history from Uganda, and investigations are expanding to include an emergency room visited earlier. Health officials are tracing primary and secondary contacts to prevent further transmission.

NCDC approves N100,000 weekly payment for Ebola contacts in isolation/quarantine to cover feeding, accommodation, and family upkeep. This emergency measure aims to ensure compliance with monitoring protocols during the FCT outbreak.

Nengi Donald Jaja, a scholarship beneficiary of Nyesom Wike, has graduated as the best Law student from Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, winning 12 awards.

Akwa Ibom youths from Etim Ekpo and Ika LGAs have endorsed President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Governor Umo Eno, and other APC candidates for the 2027 general elections. They pledged to mobilise grassroots support across the state.

Delta State Police have arrested a school bus driver for allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 14-year-old student in Sapele. The driver reportedly collected ₦503,000 ransom before abandoning the victim, who showed signs of sexual assault.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and ex-militant leader Tompolo have met to strategise for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid. The focus is on grassroots mobilisation and voter sensitisation in the South-South and South-East regions.

Abia Governor Alex Otti has awarded ₦1 million each to five students who represented Nigeria at the International Schools Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar. The team captain also secured a full university scholarship.

Kebbi State completes 25 road projects and awards 19 new ones, boosting infrastructure and connectivity.

Ogun youths have protested the delayed reconstruction of the Abeokuta–Olorunda–Imeko Road, calling it a 'death trap'. They are demanding an update and action from the state government on the project promised in January 2026.

Manchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Bournemouth at Old Trafford, with manager Michael Carrick facing intense pressure as the team drops to 16th in the Premier League. The club's winless streak now stands at eight games.

Lawyer Olayinka Komolafe is demanding better enforcement of disability laws and improved infrastructure for visually impaired Nigerians. He stressed that institutional and environmental barriers are the main challenges, advocating for greater inclusion in governance and economic activities.

Manchester United's winless run has hit eight matches following a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth. Head coach Michael Carrick was booed by fans as the team's struggles persist.