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A woman reportedly identified as Nigeria’s Ebola index patient has been evacuated from the country by air ambulance, according to a report. The medical evacuation reportedly took place early Monday through the private jet section of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. It was gathered that sources had earlier informed the news organisation named ARISE News that the woman, reportedly the wife of a Swiss diplomat in Nigeria would be flown out of the country at about 6 AM. It’s crew, deployed to the airport’s General Aviation Terminal, reportedly observed a convoy of ambulances and diplomatic vehicles arriving at the private aviation section. The report said airport officials cordoned off the area, while the news organisation later obtained video footage showing a medical evacuation aircraft and its crew preparing to transport a passenger. It said the circumstances surrounding the evacuation led it to suspect that the passenger was the reported Ebola index patient. The report ...

Nigerian rapper and singer, Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, popularly known as Zlatan Ibile and his longtime partner, Davita Lamai celebrated their traditional wedding in Lagos on Saturday, October 24, 2026, showcasing stunning Benin and Yoruba attire. It was gathered that Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido was among the groomsmen. The couple first  stepped out in Benin-inspired attire featuring coral beads. Davita wore a deep red beaded gown with a multi-strand coral necklace and headpiece, while Zlatan wore a white traditional outfit with red bead fringe and layered coral necklaces. Zlatan shared the photographs on Instagram with the caption, “IT’S TIME TO MARRY.” For their second  look, Zlatan posted photos captioned “MR & MRS OMONIYI.” The couple wore coordinated pastel Yoruba outfits. Zlatan wore a light green agbada with cream embroidered panels, a matching cap, layered white and green beads and a dark green walking cane. Davita wore a pale yell...

NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi (left) with FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, as a stingy man who is unfit to govern Nigeria. Wike, who spoke at a town hall interactive meeting with stakeholders in Bonny Local Government, Rivers State, mocked the former Anambra State Governor’s habit of carrying his own bags. “As a former Governor, you cannot be stingy not to have employed a personal assistant who will carry your bag. You want to show you carry your bag. We don’t want such a stingy person as a president,” he said. He called Obi a social media presidential contender, arguing that popularity online was no substitute for the experience and capacity required to govern the country. “Truly speaking, I gave him president of social media. If you were to vote who will be president of social media, I will vote for him. But if it is...

Shoprite Nigeria is planning to open standalone neighbourhood stores as part of efforts to revive its operations, following financial difficulties that forced the retailer to restructure its business. Adekunle Adebiyi, the Executive Director, Investments at MBO Capital Management Limited, an investor in Shoprite Nigeria, disclosed this during an interview on Nairametrics’ Drinks and Mics on Friday, where he discussed the supermarket chain’s financial challenges and recovery plans. Adebiyi said three Shoprite outlets had reopened after the company temporarily shut its operations to negotiate with suppliers and address outstanding financial obligations. “We took a very, very drastic decision to just shut everything down whilst we negotiated with suppliers. Now three stores are back open,” he said. He explained that the company planned to expand through smaller standalone outlets in residential neighbourhoods rather than relying primarily on large shopping malls. “We’re going to be openin...

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday, October 24, 2026, accused the opposition of creating hunger and poverty in Nigeria, pushing back against criticism of his administration’s handling of the economy as he launched his campaign for second term in the office. Speaking at the  All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 presidential campaign flag-off at the Kaduna Township Stadium, Tinubu said his government was working to eradicate the hardship blamed on the opposition.  He also promised supporters prosperity if re-elected, assuring them that they would not regret giving him a second term. “You gave me  joy to remember the victory you gave me to become president. I come again to thank you for that, to seek your mandate for the second term, to keep a promise on prosperity, continuity and progress. I have an argument, I hear my opponents talking about hunger and poverty. Who created it? They did! They created hunger, they created poverty, we are trying to eradicate i...

Bayern Munich ⁠coach, Vincent ⁠Kompany was rushed to hospital on Friday after collapsing during a training session, the ⁠German champions said. The Belgian had been nursing a virus in recent days and had ⁠missed some of his team’s training sessions. “On Friday, Vincent Kompany required medical attention after collapsing during a training session for Bayern’s reserve team,” the club ‌said. “The head coach of the professional squad had been observing the second team’s session.” “Kompany is currently undergoing a thorough examination in the hospital and will remain under medical care. For the time being, his coaching staff ⁠will manage all training and ⁠match-related operations.” The Bundesliga leaders, who drew 2-2 at home against Arsenal in the Champions League earlier this week, are due ⁠to travel to Freiburg on Sunday. “Vincent Kompany’s health is our top ⁠priority,” said Max Eberl, Bayern’s ⁠board member for sport. “At Bayern, we will do everything we can to ensure he makes a speedy ...