Bournemouth Cast Shadow Over Historic Season as Jimenez Faces Serious Allegations

Jimenez, a Spanish defender who joined permanently from AC Milan in February on a deal running until 2031, has made 32 appearances for Bournemouth this season and scored once, in a 3-2 home win against Liverpool. The suspension comes at a particularly sensitive moment for the south coast club.
FG Threatens to Cancel World Bank Loans Delayed Beyond Six Months

The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, made the appeal in Abuja during a courtesy visit by a World Bank delegation led by Mrs. Treed Lane, Manager of the World Bank Team.
UAE Air Defences Intercept Iranian Missiles, Drones, Three Injured

It added that the country’s defence systems “successfully responded to the latest attack by intercepting the incoming missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.”
Jonathan Moves to Challenge Suit to Bar Him from 2027 Presidential Race

Jonathan, through his counsel, Chris Uche, SAN, formally challenged the suit shortly after it was called for hearing before Justice Peter Lifu on Friday. Uche informed the court that his team filed a letter of conditional appearance, a notice of preliminary objection, a counter affidavit, and a written address on May 5, 2026, praying for the outright dismissal of the case.
Bala Mohammed Picks Senatorial Form in APM After Dumping PDP

Mohammed explained that his move to the APM came after “extensive consultations with political associates, stakeholders and supporters across the country.” He added that the party aligns with his vision.
Pantami Defies APC Consensus, Submits Gombe Governorship Form

Pantami’s loyalists, under the Pantamiyya Movement, had earlier rejected the arrangement, describing it as a violation of the APC constitution and democratic principles. In an interview with the BBC Hausa Service, Pantami dismissed the process as a mere selection and demanded direct primaries.
Arteta Vows Arsenal Will Deliver in UCL Final Against PSG

The Gunners booked their place in the final after eliminating Atletico Madrid on a 2-1 aggregate scoreline, while PSG advanced by holding Bayern Munich to a 1-1 draw in the second leg, having won the first leg 5-4 in Paris.
Jonathan Will Be on 2027 Presidential Ballot — Coalition Insists

The Coalition for Jonathan made the assertion on Friday, just 24 hours after Jonathan indicated he would embark on wide consultations over a possible return to the race.
Real Madrid Slams €500,000 Fine on Valverde, Tchouameni After Training Fight

The clash resulted in Valverde being rushed to hospital with a “traumatic brain injury.” While Tchouaméni returned to training on Friday, Valverde is expected to miss this weekend’s crucial LaLiga clash against Barcelona.
16 Confirmed Dead, Six Critically Injured as Jos-Lagos Bus Plunges Off Bridge Along Lokoja-Okene Highway

Sixteen people lost their lives in a horrific road accident on the Lokoja-Okene highway in Kogi State on Friday morning, with six others critically injured. The tragic incident occurred at Aku village near Osara around 9:20 am, according to the Kogi State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lawal Fagge. The crash […]