Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

Millions of people in England could become eligible for NHS weight-loss jab injections as health officials widen the use of treatments aimed at tackling obesity and reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Read more breaking stories from our latest health news  The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has recommended tirzepatide, sold as Mounjaro, for adults with obesity who also have weight-related health conditions. NICE estimates that about 3.4 million people in England fall within the wider eligible group, but access will be phased because the NHS cannot treat everyone immediately. The treatment is expected to reach…

Nigeria has begun arrangements to evacuate more than 130 citizens from South Africa because of xenophobic attacks, as renewed anti-migrant protests, attacks on foreign-owned businesses and the reported killing of two Nigerians deepen diplomatic tension between Abuja and Pretoria. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu said at least 130 Nigerians had already registered for voluntary repatriation, adding that the number was expected to rise as more citizens seek help to return home. The exercise is being coordinated through Nigerian missions in South Africa for those who no longer feel safe. The minister said President…

The Olowu of Owu, Oba (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, Oluyalo Otileta VII, received a warm royal welcome during his courtesy visit to Manchester. The gathering brought together sons and daughters of Owu Kingdom living in Manchester and other parts of the United Kingdom. It provided an opportunity to celebrate culture, unity and the strong bond between Owu people at home and in the diaspora. Oba Matemilola was welcomed with honour and excitement by members of the Owu community. The visit reflected the pride of Owu descendants in preserving their heritage while contributing positively to their host country. The event was…

The World Health Organization is monitoring a hantavirus cluster linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, after the number of reported cases rose from an initial seven to 11, including three deaths. Read more breaking stories from our latest health news The latest WHO update said that, as of 13 May 2026, eight cases had been laboratory-confirmed as Andes virus infection, two were probable cases and one remained inconclusive pending further testing. All reported cases were passengers on the ship. WHO said the risk to the global population remains low, although the risk for passengers and crew on board the ship…

According to UNICEF, more than 14 million “zero-dose” infants missed every routine vaccine last year, raising fears that deadly diseases could return as global health funding falls and vaccine confidence weakens. Read more breaking stories from our latest health news Zero-dose children are infants who have not received a single vaccine, leaving them exposed to severe illness and possible death from diseases the world already knows how to prevent. The warning comes at a difficult time for global health. Overseas aid for health programmes is expected to decline because of funding cuts, while misinformation and falling trust in vaccines are…

Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary, dealing a serious blow to Sir Keir Starmer as Labour’s internal revolt pushes the Prime Minister closer to a possible leadership battle. Read more breaking stories from our latest UK news  In a strongly worded resignation letter, Streeting criticised what he called “drift” at the top of government and told Starmer it was now “clear” he would not lead Labour into the next general election. His departure comes after days of pressure on the Prime Minister following Labour’s poor local election results. In recent days, nearly 100 Labour MPs have called for Starmer to…

Kemi Badenoch has presented the Conservatives as a government-in-waiting, saying Britain needs a fresh general election if Labour removes Sir Keir Starmer and installs a new Prime Minister without asking the public. Read more breaking stories from our latest UK news  The Conservative leader said any Labour replacement would lack a direct mandate to govern the country. Her intervention came as pressure on Starmer intensified following poor local election results, rising anger among Labour MPs and the resignation of Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Badenoch made the case during an interview with The Telegraph’s Daily T podcast, arguing that voters should not…

Nigeria ranked among Africa’s 10 cheapest fuel markets in the latest May 2026 petrol price ranking, even as many citizens continue to struggle with high transport costs, food inflation and weak purchasing power. According to the latest GlobalPetrolPrices.com data for 11 May 2026, Libya had the lowest petrol price in Africa and the world at $0.024 per litre. Angola followed in Africa at $0.327 per litre, while Algeria placed third on the continent with $0.355 per litre. The global average petrol price stood at $1.52 per litre. Read related news: How Lagos’s nightlife lost its famous energy Tinubu arrives Kigali…

Nigeria’s bid to become a major refined petroleum export hub received a major boost in April 2026, as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported an estimated 1.66 billion litres of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Fresh data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority showed that the refinery shipped large volumes of refined products at a time when global fuel markets were facing fresh uncertainty over tensions involving the United States and Iran. According to the NMDPRA’s April 2026 fact sheet, Nigeria exported about 513 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit,…

Sir Keir Starmer is fighting to save his job as UK  Prime Minister, as senior party figures and union leaders question whether he can still lead the government into the next general election. Read more breaking stories from our latest UK news  The Prime Minister has refused to quit despite growing pressure inside his own party after a damaging set of local election results. His critics believe Labour has lost direction in government, while nervous MPs fear the party is losing support in seats it cannot afford to surrender. But Starmer has made it clear that he will not leave Downing…