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Argentina has officially confirmed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) and reiterated its intention to deepen cooperation with the United States on health matters. The announcement came during a visit to Buenos Aires by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy. The decision, originally made public in February by President Javier Milei, mirrors a similar stance taken by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who had also pledged to pull the U.S. out of the UN agency. Justifying the move in a statement, the Argentine government criticised the WHO’s operational model. “The WHO’s prescriptions do not work because they are…

Nineteen people, including eight students sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, who were abducted by sea pirates along the Bille-Bonny waterways in Rivers State, have been rescued. The victims were kidnapped on May 6, 2025, when the pirates attacked two boats heading to Bille, in the Degema Local Government Area of the state. The kidnappers later contacted families and demanded N100 million in ransom. The victims were rescued on Monday evening, May 26 by a local security group known as the Royal Fouchee Security Services, also called the Amama Soldiers. The group is led by Asari-Dokubo, a…

Nigeria’s internet penetration rose to 48.15 per cent in April 2025, according to data released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), marking a steady upward trend in recent months despite the country missing its national broadband target. The increase, up from 47.73 per cent in March 2025, was disclosed by the NCC in its industry statistics published in line with Section 89 Subsection 3(d) of the Nigerian Communications Act 2003 (NCA 2003), which mandates the Commission to monitor and report on telecommunications sector performance. The April figure represents the highest internet penetration since it dropped to 41.56 per cent in…

Werder Bremen have dismissed head coach Ole Werner following his decision not to extend his contract beyond 2026, the Bundesliga club confirmed on Tuesday, May 27. The announcement came a day after German media reported that Werner, 37, had rejected an offer to prolong his current deal. In response, the club opted to part ways with immediate effect. “We deeply regret Ole’s decision because we envisioned a long-term collaboration with him,” Bremen said in a statement. “As we need clarity and continuity in the head coaching position, we have decided to release Ole.” Werner took charge of Werder Bremen in…

Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has criticised key figures in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for prioritising endorsements of President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid over addressing pressing national issues. Speaking at a consultative meeting organised by the National Political Consultative Group (North) in Abuja, Malami took aim at what he described as the ruling party’s misplaced focus amidst widespread insecurity and economic hardship. “Just a few days ago, the ruling party held its national summit and instead of addressing the serious issues of insecurity, economic hardship and rising poverty, it chose to focus on politics, endorsing President…

A 19-year-old man has d!ed after suffering a serious head injury in a social media game inspired by the controversial ‘Run It Straight’ trend. Ryan Satterthwaite from Palmerston North in New Zealand passed away on Monday night after taking part in the full-contact collision game on Sunday afternoon, according to Mail Online. Manawatū Police Inspector Ross Grantham confirmed the young man was playing an impromptu tackle game with friends when the injury occurred. He was rushed to hospital by his mates, but could not be saved. ‘This was an impromptu game among friends, not a planned event,’ Grantham told the…

Nepali climber Kami Rita Sherpa reached the summit of Mount Everest for a record 31st time on Tuesday, May 27, reinforcing his legendary status in the world of mountaineering more than 30 years after his first successful ascent in 1994. The 55-year-old, widely known as “Everest Man,” led an Indian army expedition to the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) peak, marking another milestone in his unmatched career as a high-altitude guide. “Massive congratulations to the legendary Kami Rita Sherpa on his 31st successful ascent of Everest, the highest number of ascents by anyone in history,” said Seven Summit Treks, the expedition organiser. “Kami…

The family of Christian Chukwu has announced a new date for the burial of Nigeria’s football legend will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025. According to an earlier announcement by the family, Chukwu was earlier scheduled to be buried on August 22, 2025, in Enugu. According to a statement signed by Emeka Christian Chukwu Jr, the clash of the previous date with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference scheduled to be held between 22–28 August 2025 in Enugu necessitated the change. His statement reads, “We most respectfully wish to inform you of the slight change on the burial of…

Gunmen k!ll Judge while on his way to work in Southern Iran A criminal court judge in Shiraz, southern Iran, was assassinated Tuesday morning while on his way to work, according to a statement by the country’s judiciary. Judge Ehsan Bagheri, head of Branch 102 of the Criminal Court 2 in Shiraz, was attacked by two individuals in what authorities have described as a terrorist act. The judiciary’s Mizan Online reported that Bagheri was killed in the assault, and the assailants remain at large. The motive behind the attack is yet to be determined. Bagheri, 38, had over 12 years…

Team Ogun on Monday, defeated Team Kogi 24-19 to qualify for the final of the women’s handball at the ongoing National Sports Festival tagged “Gateway Games 2024. It was reported that the match which took place at the Alake Sports Centre in Abeokuta, ended 10-10 in the first half.Speakingafter the match, Head Coach of Ogun Handball Team, Sekoni Oloruntola, expressed satisfaction with his players’ style of play.“I feel so great we’re coming gradually, the players have given me 75 per cent today, I’m sure the remaining percentage will be added at the final. “The players were motivated by the gesture…