THE HEADLINES


APGA announces screening date for national, state Assembly aspirants

FG mandates drug tests for secondary school students

Trump rejects Iran peace terms as oil prices surge

NCF drafts players for Super League


THE DETAILS


The All Progressives Grand Alliance has announced the screening schedule for aspirants seeking to contest Senate, House of Representatives and state Assembly seats ahead of the party’s primary elections.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Awka, by the APGA’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara, the party said the screening for Senate and House of Representatives will hold on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the APGA’s national headquarters in Abuja.

The screening for Anambra State House of Assembly will hold at the APGA’s regional office in Awka, Anambra State, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
According to the statement, the screening will commence at 10am on both days.




The Federal Government has introduced stringent new measures to combat drug and substance abuse in secondary schools, including mandatory drug testing for students and temporary suspension for those who repeatedly test positive after undergoing treatment and rehabilitation procedures.

Under the new policy, all newly admitted students in secondary schools will be subjected to compulsory drug integrity tests at the point of entry.

The measures are contained in the National Implementation Guidelines Against Drug and Substance Use in Schools in Nigeria for secondary schools,
In addition to entry-level screening, schools are expected to conduct periodic and impromptu drug tests for both new and returning students at least once every academic session.





Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has celebrated elder statesman and leader of Afenifere, Reuben Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 100th birthday, describing him as an exemplary patriot, revered Awoist, and symbol of selfless service.
In a statement issued on Monday, Aiyedatiwa said the centenary celebration was not only a rare divine blessing but also a reflection of a life dedicated to truth, courage, justice, and societal development.

The governor noted that Fasoranti’s life remained a shining example of disciplined leadership, integrity, and commitment to humanity.
He added that he had continued to serve as a strong voice in national development, democratic struggles, education, and the preservation of Yoruba cultural values.

He also prayed for continued peace, strength, sound health, and joy for the elder statesman as he marked the historic milestone.


FOREIGN NEWS

US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asian trade on Monday.

Iran had on Sunday responded to Washington’s latest peace proposal and warned it would not hold back from retaliating against any new US strikes or permit more foreign warships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump made clear in a post on his Truth Social platform that he would reject Tehran’s counter-proposal, though he did not offer details on its contents.



SPORTS NEWS

The Nigeria Cricket Federation has drafted players across the elite and developmental categories ahead of the maiden edition of the Nigeria Super League, which will be held in Lagos from May 16 to May 30, The PUNCH reports.

President of the NCF, Uyi Akpata, had promised the introduction of the elite league into the Nigeria cricket calendar following the completion of this year’s Club Cricket Committee Lagos League.

The Nigeria Cricket League will feature six teams, namely Central Eagles, Eastern Elephants, Middle-Belt Tigers, Northern Lions, Southern Sharks and Western Dolphins.
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