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Nigeria Premier Football League side Abia Warriors have suspended technical adviser Imama Amapakabo and chief coach Bethel Oji over alleged acts of insubordination, with former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu immediately placed in temporary charge of the club, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The decision was contained in an official letter dated May 11, 2026 and signed by club chairman John Sam Obuh obtained by our correspondent. The letter revealed that both coaches had been suspended from all football-related duties pending further investigations. “Abia Warriors have suspended Imama Amapakabo and Bethel Oji from all club activities with immediate effect over alleged…

JPMorgan has filed to launch a tokenized money market fund on Ethereum, allowing stablecoin issuers to hold reserves backing their stablecoins in a regulated, cash-like vehicle while earning interest.The “OnChain Liquidity-Token Money Market Fund,” ticker JLTXX, will invest in US Treasury bills and overnight repurchase agreements collateralized by US Treasurys or cash, according to a filing Tuesday with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. JLTXX seeks to comply with the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin-focused law signed in July. Investors are subject to a $1 million minimum investment, and the fund carries a 0.16% annual fee after waivers. The fund will be…

In another life, Katy Perry would be Josh Groban’s girl — but in this timeline, he’s engaged to Natalie McQueen. Perry, 41, reacted to ex-boyfriend Groban’s engagement with a hilarious TikTok video on Monday, May 11. The clip included a screenshot of Groban, 45, and McQueen, 36, alongside a note about their relationship news. Perry then appeared via the green screen effect, wearing a white robe with her hair tied up as she poured a drink into a glass to the point of overflowing. The “Firework” singer had a sad expression on her face as she made a “cheers” motion,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why operatives from its Uyo Zonal Directorate visited the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) on Tuesday, saying the operation was part of efforts to verify a medical report submitted by a suspect standing trial for alleged fraud. The hospital erupted into a pandemonium during EFCC operatives’ visit to the complex on Monday. The anti-graft agency said the suspect, who is under remand by a judge, M.A. Onyetunu, of the Federal High Court in Uyo, is being prosecuted for allegedly defrauding several microfinance banks, including the University of Uyo Microfinance Bank.…

Residents of the Odo-Alamo area in Ogbomoso have appealed to the Oyo State Government under the leadership of Seyi Makinde to save them from incessant road accidents. The residents lamented that the poor condition of the road serving the community has resulted in many road accidents. They appealed to the state government to come to their aid. The residents further lamented that the access road to the community has become greatly dilapidated and a death trap. The residents of the community made these declarations on Tuesday after a lone accident in which a car fell into a ditch near the…

Immediate past Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared his intention to contest the gubernatorial election in Oyo State. Adelabu, a former Deputy Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, said he will contest on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC. He declared his intention on Tuesday at Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Oke Ado, Ibadan. The event was attended by prominent members and leaders of the party, including Chief Kunle Sanda, Chief Isiaka Alimi and Chief Wale Sanusi, among others. Adelabu while addressing the gathering noted that he joined the race because he believes that the state deserves more dividends of democracy.…

Some students of the Nasarawa State University, Keffi, NSUK, who were earlier abducted by unknown gunmen have regained their freedom after days in captivity. The development was confirmed on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Keffi, Nasarawa State, after coordinated efforts involving security operatives and community. The Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Sa’adatu Hassan Liman, while confirming the development, expressed relief over the safe return of the students. She said, “We are grateful to God that our students have been released safely. They are currently undergoing medical checks and psychological support.” The Nasarawa State Police Command also confirmed the rescue but…

The Super Falcons will now take on a qualified team to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in a friendly next month after their training tour to the United Kingdom was called off. Justine Madugu’s side were scheduled to take on Jamaica in a friendly at the end of this month as part of their preparations for WAFCON 2026. Jamaica, however, withdrew due to administrative issues. The Super Falcons will host the AFCON-bound team in a two-legged friendly during the next friendly window of June 7 to 14. Nigeria will be aiming to win a record-extending 11th WAFCON title in Morocco in July.…

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has urged Abians to collectively protect the progress his administration has already achieved in the state, saying that the state must not be allowed to return to the old order. Otti spoke on Sunday, during the State Conference of Aba North Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Okpulu- Umuobo, Aba, advising against any attempt to reverse the current developmental trajectory made by his administration. Otti, who described his emergence in 2023 as an act of divine intervention, said his administration was on a “divine journey to rebuild the state and…

Jake Paul’s future in combat sports is hanging in the balance after the YouTuber-turned-boxer admitted he may not be able to fight again as the injury he suffered against Anthony Joshua last year is yet to heal. Paul took a risk too far in his last outing against heavyweight powerhouse Joshua last December. He was badly beaten and suffered a shattered jaw in a brutal knockout defeat. The American was forced to undergo corrective surgery and has already spent an extensive spell on the sidelines. He has returned to the gym but is unable to spar and is awaiting clearance…