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NCIS: Sydney season 3 ended with one case seemingly closing and another up in the air — literally — but it’s the possible romance between Mackey and JD that has fans talking. Warning: Spoilers below from NCIS: Sydney season 3, episodes 19 and 20. During the two-part season 3 finale, which aired on Tuesday, May 12, fans watched as Special Agent Michelle Mackey (Olivia Swann) took down The Collective’s lead man, Lee Meyers (Angus Sampson), before corrupt government official US Drug Czar John Callaghan fled Australia with the drug dealer’s intel. “She gets the last word with Meyers. So I…

The Police Command in Ebonyi State has arrested Nwankpu James, a self-acclaimed prophet, over the alleged abuse and humiliation of a child accused of witchcraft. The Commissioner of Police in Ebonyi, Hope Okafor, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abakaliki on Tuesday by Joshua Ukandu, the spokesperson of the Command. She said the incident occurred in Isohumini Agbaja community, Izzi Local Government Area of the state. Ms Okafor said the arrest followed a viral video showing the prophet treating the child in an abusive and inhumane manner. “The operatives of the Command were immediately directed to ensure the arrest…

Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has blasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as being hypocritical. Speaking on Arise Television, Rufai said the former Vice-President feels cool when zoning favours him but becomes different when it is opposite. He was analysing zoning as the country prepares for the next year’s general elections. “Atiku Abubakar should stop being hypocritical. When zoning favours him, he has no problem with it, but when it doesn’t favour him, he suddenly declares self-defeating. “Is it not the same Atiku that went to court against Jonathan in 2011 to ensure the PDP zoning formula?  “There were many…

Veteran journalist and one of the youngest founding figures of Nasarawa State, Ayuba Umar, has officially withdrawn from the 2027 governorship race, citing principles of fairness, equity, and responsible leadership as reasons behind his decision. Umar, a leading member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), announced his withdrawal in a Facebook post on Tuesday after what he described as wide consultations and careful personal reflection. Explaining his position, the former governorship aspirant said it would be politically unfair and morally difficult for him to remain in the contest because he shares the same senatorial district, local government area, and constituency…

The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a medical doctor from mob action following a false kidnapping alarm raised around the Ologuneru area of Ibadan. This is according to a press release on the official page of the Oyo State Police Command on May 12 2026. According to the statement, the incident occurred at about 2:30pm, around the 2nd Powerline Area, Ologuneru, Eleyele-Ido Road, Ibadan, after residents reportedly accused the man of being involved in kidnapping. The Command stated that police operatives responded to a distress call alleging that a suspected kidnapper was about to be lynched by an angry…

Award-winning Nollywood actor, Bucci Franklin opened up about his childhood, revealing that he had a “messy” childhood and was singlehandedly raised by his mother after his dad abandoned them. Speaking in a candid interview with media personality Chude Jidenowo, Franklin said the absent of his father impacted his life negatively, revealing that at some point, he turned to drugs to fill the void of absent father.  “I was a hot mess as a child. My dad abandoned me. My mom raised me alone, and I turned to drugs,” Franklin said.  He said he was able to overcome the addiction due…

At least 19 teams have already qualified for the 2026/2027 Champions League, based on their league standings currently. In England for instance, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United have already confirmed their spots. The trio occupy the top three positions and the Premier League is guaranteed at least five spots. It could be six if Aston Villa win the Europa League final. Five LaLiga teams have also qualified. They are: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Real Netis and Villarreal. In Germany, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig have booked their places. Others include Paris Saint-Germain and Lens (France), Feyenoord…

The United States is projected to remain the world’s largest economy in 2026 with a gross domestic product estimated at $32.1 trillion, according to new global economic forecasts obtained from Focus Economics on Wednesday. The U.S. continues to lead global output through dominance in technology, finance, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. Growth in artificial intelligence, healthcare innovation, and high-value industries has further widened its lead over other major economies in recent years. The top 10 world economies ranked in numbers 1. United States — $32.1 trillionThe United States remains the world’s largest economy, accounting for over a quarter of global output…

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has rescued 15 persons, including foreign nationals, after uncovering a suspected human trafficking syndicate allegedly operating under the guise of an online marketing company in Nasarawa State. The rescue followed an operation by the agency in Keffi and Karu local government areas based on credible intelligence about suspicious activities linked to fraudulent online marketing operations. NAPTIP disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday via its X handle. It said the operation was conducted on May 7, 2026, by officers of its Investigation Department and the Intelligence and International Cooperation…

The African Democratic Congress in Yobe State has dismissed claims that loyalists of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar within the party had struck an alliance with the ruling All Progressives Congress. The party described the allegation as “false and misleading,” accusing one Prof Muhammad Jawa of attempting to sow discord within the opposition party in the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Yobe State Chairman of the party, Umar Alhaji, the ADC said the publication credited to Jawa did not represent the position of the party leadership. The party also questioned Jawa’s political credibility and loyalty, alleging…