Monday, August 17, 2026

'This is probably my last year' - Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement at end of season

Superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested that the current year could “probably” be his final one as a professional footballer, with the 41-year-old Portugal captain revealing his retirement plans in an interview with Vogue published on Sunday.

Bandits invade Sokoto community, k!ll 32

At least 32 people have been k!lled by suspected bandits in Ungushi community, Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

Edo assembly speaker Blessing Agbebaku resigns

Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has resigned from office.

Why I got married to Cristiano Ronaldo in our living room – Georgina Rodriguez

Cristiano Ronaldo’s partner, Georgina Rodriguez, has shared the reasons behind their decision to have a private wedding at home rather than hosting an extravagant celebration. 

NDLEA arrests businessman with N23m cocaine at Lagos airport

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a 48-year-old businessman, Nwankwo Onyebuchi, with 1.550kg of cocaine concealed in the walls and railings of his luggage at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

Davido slams APC youth leader, Dayo Israel over Adeleke’s re-election victory

Davido has taken issue with APC National Youth Leader Dayo Israel over his comments about the role the singer played in Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State.

Troops intercept courier with 180 explosives, neutralise two terrorists in Zamfara

Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intercepted a suspected arms and explosives courier and recovered 180 units of 20mm Super Power explosives during ongoing security operations in Zamfara State.

Community Shield: Arsenal thrash Man City 3-0 to win first silverware of season

Arsenal thrashed Manchester City 3-0 in this year’s Community Shield to win the first silverware of the 2026/2027 campaign.

Osun election proves voters can beat rigging – Pat Utomi

Professor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi, has reacted to the outcome of the Osun State governorship election, describing the result as proof that voters can overcome electoral manipulation.

Neche takes voluntary exit from BBNaija Season 11

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Neche has voluntarily withdrawn from the reality TV show.