10 things to know from Nigerian newspapers today, Tuesday, May 19, 2026

10 Things To Know From Nigerian Newspapers This Tuesday Morning

1. President Bola Tinubu has condemned the abduction of teachers and schoolchildren in Oyo State, assuring Nigerians that security agencies are working to rescue all victims and bring the attackers to justice.

2. A Federal High Court in Abuja granted former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai bail in the sum of ₦100 million with strict conditions, including monthly DSS reporting and surrender of international passports.

3. The All Progressives Congress released an updated list of senatorial aspirants disqualified from participating in its 2027 Senate primary elections.

4. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike ordered a full investigation into the Abuja building collapse that killed five people, while an engineer linked to the structure has been arrested.

5. The Academic Staff Union of Universities accused the Federal Government of failing to implement the 2025 agreement reached with the union and warned that another university strike could occur.

6. A Federal High Court in Abuja fixed May 26 for judgment in the suit challenging former President Goodluck Jonathan’s eligibility to contest the 2027 presidential election.

7. Afrobeat singer Made Kuti revealed he did not kneel while proposing to his wife because he believes marriage should be a mutual agreement, not an act of begging.

8. Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola said movie producers once tried to limit her to “side chick” roles because of her body shape and dark complexion.

9. Pep Guardiola is reportedly set to leave Manchester City after the club’s final Premier League game of the 2025-26 season.

10. Ousmane Dembélé suffered a suspected thigh injury during Paris Saint-Germain’s final Ligue 1 game, raising doubts over his availability for the UEFA Champions League final against Arsenal.