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A pastor abducted alongside another cleric on the Jos-Bokkos road in Plateau State has been found dead, while four other people were reportedly killed in separate attacks in three local government areas of the state. The incidents occurred between Friday night and Saturday, according to reports by conflict journalist Masara Kim and other media outlets. The deceased pastor was identified as Hills Emmanuel, a former pastor with Dunamis Church and founder of The Wonderful Grace of God Evangelical Ministry in Bokkos. Mr Emmanuel and another pastor, Gabriel Dipak of the Christ Apostolic Church, were reportedly abducted on Friday while travelling…

By Adeola Badru The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has reconciled most aspirants who contested its recent House of Assembly primary election, with the aspirants pledging to work for the party’s success across the state’s 32 constituencies in the 2027 general elections. The development is being seen as a significant step towards rebuilding cohesion within the party ahead of the 2027 elections, particularly after protests and grievances reportedly followed the conduct and outcome of the House of Assembly primary that produced the party’s candidates for the election. In a communique issued on Sunday at the end of the…

EXPLAINERWith almost all votes counted, the ‘no’ side was ahead by 52.5 percent to 47.5 percent, the national broadcaster says.Published On 30 Aug 202630 Aug 2026Voters in Iceland have rejected a proposal to resume negotiations on joining the European Union, dealing a setback to the government’s push for closer ties with the 27-country bloc.With almost all votes counted, the “no” side was ahead by 52.5 percent to 47.5 percent, according to national broadcaster RUV. Official results have not been announced yet.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe result is not a vote on EU membership itself, but on whether…

Aliko Dangote did not attend LASU’s combined 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies. His daughter Fatima represented him and received an honorary doctorate in entrepreneurship on his behalf. Still, he sent ahead of him N600 million, enough to pull jaws ajar in wonder and quell “how do we do this?” questions ahead of time. The pledge, made through the Aliko Dangote Foundation, will fund the construction of a female student hostel at Lagos State University. Alongside it came an offer that carries arguably more long-term weight: first-class graduates in engineering and the sciences will receive pr≠≠eferential consideration for employment within the…

In the very first moments of the universe, matter didn’t exist as we know today. A millionth of a second or so after the big bang, the universe was a dense, hot soup scientists call quark-gluon plasma (QGP). For several years, particle colliders—which smash molecules together at nearly the speed of light—have been able to replicate this state, but often using heavy elements like lead.Now, a recent experiment by the European Organization for Nuclear Research (also known as CERN from its French acronym) has demonstrated this plasma can be produced by much smaller collisions. Since there’s no longer an accessible…

The Australian government is under pressure to explain why it allowed dozens of Israeli soldiers into the country for the Sydney Marathon, despite obligations under international law. Soraya Lennie explains why some are calling this a betrayal.Published On 30 Aug 202630 Aug 2026Share Why did Australia give visas to Israeli soldiers but not Bassem Youssef? on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo

Filmhouse Group, an entertainment company that operates cinema and film exhibition outlets, has confirmed an attack at its IMAX Cinemas in Lekki, Lagos State. The attack occurred on Friday and left two dead after a man, reportedly armed with a machete and knife, stormed the cinema, causing panic among patrons and staff. Security guards reportedly stopped the suspect as he attempted to enter the premises. He allegedly became violent after they denied him access and attacked the security personnel. In a statement posted on Instagram on Saturday night, the company confirmed the incident and expressed sadness over the deaths. “Filmhouse…

Key eventsBack on at EdgbastonRestarting in some light drizzle, Warwicks need 13 to avoid the follow on.ShareA post-tea wicket at Hove too, a nasty ball from Pretorius to Dan Hughes, caught by a listing Abell at second slip. Sussex 26-1, need 277.ShareRainAt Edgbaston and Sophia Gardens.ShareSam Cook with the breakthrough! Lawes falls to his first ball after tea – the end of a match-saving (?) 101-ball partnership. An aggressive advance – bowled.ShareMark Church seems to think there might be a declaration imminent at Chelmsford, with Foakes 92, Lawes 44 not out, and Surrey leading by 151. Time for a cup…

Gadd pointed out that Fleabag, Taskmaster, Six the Musical, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Stomp, Flight of the Conchords, Garth Merengue, Alan Partridge, Mr Bean, The League of Gentlemen, Jerry Springer the Opera, Operation Mincemeat, The Mighty Boosh and Black Watch all began there.”This is so much more than a festival,” he said. “It’s the cultural backbone of the whole country, the world even, and we must protect it at all costs so everyone who dares to step out their front door and call themselves an artist can be given the same opportunity that I was.”The TV festival began as…

Beautiful as the Florida Keys are, with average August temperatures topping 30C and with hurricane season looming, I think I’d rather enjoy their most famous culinary export in the calm of our own more temperate isles (well, usually, at least). Cool and creamy, with a refreshingly sharp, citrus tang, this is the perfect make-ahead dessert for any bank holiday festivities.Prep 20 minCook 15 minChill 3 hr+Serves 6For the base75g butter, or coconut oil, plus extra for greasing200g digestive biscuits (about 13)1 pinch saltFor the filling4-5 limes4 egg yolks400g tin condensed milkFor the topping (optional – see steps 8 and 9)300ml…