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The World Health Organization has confirmed that the hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has affected nationals from six countries, with eight confirmed infections and two probable cases reported so far. Three deaths have been linked to the outbreak, including two laboratory-confirmed hantavirus fatalities and one probable case. Health authorities are also tracing additional suspected infections and close contacts connected to the voyage. Netherlands The Netherlands recorded the highest number of cases linked to the outbreak. Two Dutch passengers died after falling ill during the voyage. A 70-year-old man developed symptoms on April 6 and died…

West Ham goalkeeper Mads Hermansen has criticised what he described as inconsistent officiating in the Premier League after VAR ruled out his team’s late equaliser against Arsenal. The relegation-threatened Hammers believed they had secured a crucial point at the London Stadium on Sunday when Callum Wilson scored deep into stoppage time after Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya lost control of the ball. However, referee Chris Kavanagh overturned the goal following a VAR review, judging that Pablo had fouled Raya in the build-up. The decision handed Arsenal a 1-0 victory thanks to Leandro Trossard’s late winner, extending the Gunners’ lead at the…

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has announced a large-scale clean-up and enforcement exercise along the Apapa and Tin Can Port corridors in Lagos, scheduled for May 14 and 15, 2026. The initiative forms part of the Federal Government’s broader effort to improve trade facilitation, ease cargo movement, and enhance operational efficiency at Nigeria’s busiest seaports. Speaking on the development, PEBEC Director-General, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, said the exercise is aimed at restoring order and addressing persistent issues that have negatively affected port operations and business activities in the area. The operation will target major challenges including severe traffic…

Father of former Big Brother Naija All Stars winner Ilebaye Odiniya, Emmanuel Odiniya, has addressed the viral family altercation involving his daughter, claiming he was provoked before the incident escalated. In a voice recording shared on Facebook by Kogi-based journalist Jeremiah Promise Enemona Ocheme, Emmanuel stated that his actions were not motivated by hatred, stressing that Ilebaye remains one of his most cherished children. According to him, he played a significant role in supporting her journey to victory during the reality show, using his influence and connections to mobilise votes for her emergence as winner. He, however, alleged that their…

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Kenya on Sunday ahead of the Africa Forward Summit, where France aims to reshape its relationship with African nations through what it describes as a more balanced and equal partnership. The summit, taking place in an English-speaking African nation for the first time, comes at a crucial moment for France as it works to regain influence on the continent after withdrawing troops from several West African countries last year. For many years, France maintained deep political, economic and military ties with its former African colonies under the Françafrique policy — a system often…

Fresh concerns have been raised over the worsening shortage of Jet A1 aviation fuel in Nigeria, as the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) warned that the crisis is pushing the aviation sector to a critical point. The association said the inadequate supply of aviation fuel is compelling operators to adopt unsafe operational measures, urging relevant authorities to take immediate action to address the situation. In a statement issued by its president, Bunmi Gindeh, NAAPE cautioned that the persistent fuel shortage now poses a serious threat to flight safety and the overall survival of the aviation industry. The…

The Enugu State Government has confirmed its participation in the upcoming Nigeria Climate Investment Summit scheduled to take place in London next month, joining a growing number of public and private sector stakeholders backing the initiative. Organisers of the summit — GLOBE Legislators and SOStainability — said the event has continued to attract interest from major United Kingdom-based energy firms and investors eager to explore viable climate and renewable energy projects in Nigeria. The summit, which forms part of London Climate Action Week, is designed to mobilise international financing and multilateral support for renewable energy and transition projects in…

Barcelona have been officially confirmed as this season’s LaLiga champions following a commanding 2-0 victory against arch-rivals Real Madrid on Sunday evening at the Camp Nou. Hansi Flick’s side headed into the highly anticipated clash already sitting comfortably at the top of the table with an 11-point lead over their bitter rivals. However, they left no room for doubt, delivering a sensational performance that effectively ended any lingering title hopes for Los Blancos. The Catalans produced a breathtaking first-half display that left Real Madrid reeling. Marcus Rashford broke the deadlock in stunning fashion with a sublime free-kick, curling the ball…

Vladimir Putin has expressed optimism that the war between Russia and Ukraine is approaching its conclusion, describing the conflict as “heading to an end.” Speaking in Moscow on Saturday after events commemorating the 81st anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in World War II, Putin addressed journalists amid a temporary three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Both sides also agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners. The Russian leader criticised Western support for Kyiv, accusing Western nations of escalating tensions with Moscow. “They spent months expecting Russia to face a devastating defeat and for its statehood to collapse, but that never happened,”…

Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger bilateral cooperation on security, counterterrorism, intelligence sharing, and regional stability following a series of high-level meetings in Washington involving Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and top US officials. Ribadu visited the United States from May 4 to May 6, where he held discussions with J. D. Vance, Marco Rubio, Allison Hooker, and Daniel Zimmerim. According to presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the talks centred on expanding cooperation in defence, intelligence, regional security, economic resilience, and democratic governance. During the meetings, Ribadu conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s…