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Lagos State University has emerged as the most preferred university by candidates in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination first-choice applications, according to statistics released at the ongoing policy meeting organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board in Abuja on Monday. This was disclosed through a photograph displayed to journalists and tertiary institutions during the meeting. LASU recorded 84,426 applications, representing 3.76 per cent of the total number of applications submitted nationwide by candidates. University of Lagos followed closely with 78,240 applications, while Obafemi Awolowo University ranked third with 60,370 applications. University of Ibadan placed fourth with 58,895 applications,…

Agency One of 17 American citizens being repatriated from a hantavirus-hit cruise ship has tested mildly positive for the virus, the US health department said on Sunday. “One passenger currently has mild symptoms and another passenger tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus,” the Department of Health and Human Services said. Both passengers are currently travelling in the plane’s biocontainment units “out of an abundance of caution,” it said. The US passengers evacuated from the Spanish Canary Islands, where the ship made a stop, will be taken to a specialized center in the rural state of Nebraska. The person…

Real Betis are preparing a move for Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche as the Spanish club look to rescue one of Nigeria’s brightest young talents from a difficult spell in England, Soccernet.ng reports. Reports in Spain via Fichajes say Betis are willing to offer around €15 million (close to ₦24 billion) to sign the 22-year-old from Getafe CF this summer. It is a move that could suit everybody involved. Getafe need money because of La Liga’s strict financial regulations, while Uche desperately needs stability after an uncomfortable year at Crystal Palace. Betis, meanwhile, see a player who already understands Spanish…

The Police Command in Ondo State on Monday beefed up security in Akure ahead of Vice-President Kashim Shettima’s visit to inaugurate Onyearugbulem Flyover constructed by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. VP Shettima delivers Nigeria’s national statement at UNGA80. Credit: NTA Shettima would also visit Afenifere leader, Pa Ruben Fasoranti, in his house for his 100th birthday celebration. DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the spokesperson for the command, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria said that the watertight security arrangement was to ensure the safety of the vice president and peaceful celebration. “The command has emplaced robust security measures to guarantee the…

A Bitcoin whale wallet that has been dormant since November 2013 is making huge news. The wallet moved 500 BTC, worth $40 million, to a new address at 19:16 UTC on Sunday, triggering a panic, although the destination address is not linked to any known exchange. The transfer originated from address 1KAA8GGhVjjUjVTz1HKAjCyGNzAKQd882j, funded in late 2013 with probable mining rewards per Blockchair data, and landed at bc1qm6m6d33d02edr0k8yj9jgt027zl6dvx6thjrxy, a Bech32 native SegWit address created just the previous day on May 10, 2026. Freshly generated destination address, decade-old source wallet. BTCscanHowever, the transaction fee was 0.0001 BTC, or just $8 at current…

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has revealed the toughest defenders he has faced in the course of his career, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old striker has enjoyed a successful career across several top European leagues, playing in Belgium, Germany, France, Italy and now Turkey and he has faced a number of elite defenders along the way. Osimhen played a key role in helping Napoli end their 33-year wait for the Serie A title during the 2022-23 season. He finished as the league’s top scorer with 26 goals, won the Best Striker award, and was named in the Serie A Team of the Season. Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen vs Liverpool.…

The Abia State Police Command on Sunday said it had arrested officers involved in a viral social media video showing alleged police misconduct in Uturu, Abia State. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, the command said an investigation was immediately launched following the incident. “The complainant was contacted, and the officers involved were identified, traced, and promptly arrested,” the statement said. It added that the Commissioner of Police had directed that the officers be investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department for appropriate administrative…

Samuel Omotere Rotary International District 9111 has partnered with District 3750, South Korea, to deliver a clean water project to a riverine community in Lagos, improving access to safe drinking water and sanitation. The initiative, executed under the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene programme, was implemented in the Isan Community in the Epe Local Government Area of Lagos, providing residents and schoolchildren with access to solar-powered clean water. Speaking in Lagos on Wednesday during the ‘International Friendship Exchange Visit’ in Ikeja, the Governor of District 9111, Henry Akinyele, said the partnership with the South Korean district began through an online engagement…

Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has opened up on his recovery process after suffering a hamstring injury three weeks ago, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old started 27 of Fulham’s games leading up to the Brentford clash on the 18th of April, where he held his thigh in the 73rd minute and had to be withdrawn shortly after. Although the fixture ended in a goalless draw, it felt like a loss for Marco Silva’s side, as the Portuguese coach revealed he’s unsure if the Nigerian will be back in action for the Cottagers again this season. Since joining Fulham, Iwobi…

The All Progressives Grand Alliance has announced the screening schedule for aspirants seeking to contest Senate, House of Representatives and state Assembly seats ahead of the party’s primary elections. In a statement issued on Sunday in Awka, by the APGA’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara, the party said the screening for Senate and House of Representatives will hold on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the APGA’s national headquarters in Abuja. The screening for Anambra State House of Assembly will hold at the APGA’s regional office in Awka, Anambra State, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. According to the statement, the screening…