Manchester City kept their Premier League title hopes alive with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Arsenalat the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, April 19, 2026.Erling Haaland scored the decisive goal in the 65th minute to secure the win for Pep Guardiola’s sideafter a thrilling contest.Rayan Cherki had given City the lead with a brilliant solo effort…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that the latest assessment by the International MonetaryFund (IMF) only confirms the severe economic hardship and suffering currently being endured byordinary Nigerians.Atiku made the remark in a statement issued on Sunday, April 19, 2026, through his Senior SpecialAssistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu. He criticised the economic policies…
Pope Leo XIV has downplayed rumours of a personal feud with US President Donald Trump, insisting it is“not in my interest at all” to engage in a debate with him and that he will continue preaching the Gospelmessage of peace.The pontiff made the remarks on Saturday, April 18, 2026, while speaking to journalists aboard thepapal…
Pope Leo XIV has issued his strongest condemnation yet of the “delusion of omnipotence” he believes is fueling the US-Israel war in Iran, demanding political leaders halt hostilities and negotiate for peace.The pontiff presided over an evening prayer service in St Peter’s Basilica at the weekend, coinciding with the start of face-to-face negotiations between the…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned a Nigerian Air Force airstrike that hit JilliMarket along the Borno–Yobe border, describing the incident as a “devastating failure” that resulted insignificant civilian casualties.The strike occurred on Saturday night, April 11, 2026, during a military operation under Operation HadinKai targeting suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgents. Reports…
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will impose a 50% tariff on Chinese goods ifBeijing provides military assistance or weapons to Iran.Trump made the threat on Sunday, April 12, 2026, during an interview on Fox News’ “Sunday MorningFutures with Maria Bartiromo.” He said: “If we catch them doing that, they get a…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has signed a one-year contract worth $1.2 million with aWashington-based lobbying firm to improve his international image and strengthen advocacy efforts inthe United States.The contract with Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C. was formally executed on March 9 and 10, 2026, andregistered with the U.S. Department of Justice under the Foreign Agents Registration…
The Nigerian Senate has intensified efforts to reform and revitalise the country’s agricultural collegesand research institutions by seeking technical support, technology transfer, and collaboration fromChina, India, and the European Union (EU).The initiative is being driven by the Senate Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, chairedby Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli (APC, Oyo South). In recent weeks,…
Canada will increase fees for permanent residence (PR) applications and the right of citizenship feeeffective late March and April 2026.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the adjustments on March 27, 2026, tokeep pace with inflation and support service delivery. Key changes; Effective March 31, 2026.** Right of citizenship fee (adult applicants): increases from $119.75…
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has cast doubt on key details of the much-hyped rematch with Manny Pacquiao,describing the bout as an exhibition and saying the venue is not yet confirmed.Mayweather made the comments on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during a meet-and-greet and autographsession at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Speaking to Vegas Sports Today, the 49-year-old…
