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At least 10 dead after shooting at Risbergska skolan school in Örebro
ÖREBRO, SWEDEN – A tragic mass shooting at an adult education center in Örebro has left approximately 10 people dead, including the suspected gunman, marking the deadliest mass shooting in Swedish history, according to authorities.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, speaking at a joint press conference with Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer, condemned the attack, describing it as an act of “brutal, deadly violence against completely innocent people.”
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“It is difficult to comprehend the extent of what has happened today. A dark shadow has fallen over Sweden tonight,” Kristersson stated from Stockholm. “With bottomless sadness, we have received confirmation from the police that around ten people have been killed and several others injured in this senseless school shooting in Örebro. What must not happen has now also happened in Sweden.”
The shooting occurred at Campus Risbergska, an adult education center that offers courses for students over the age of 20, including primary and secondary education, Swedish language classes for immigrants, vocational training, and programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The gunman reportedly opened fire around 12:30 p.m. local time on the outskirts of Örebro, approximately 200 kilometers west of Stockholm.
The attack took place shortly after many students had left the campus following a national exam. Those remaining sheltered in nearby buildings while others were quickly evacuated.
Emergency services responded swiftly, with police vehicles, ambulances, and a helicopter deployed to the scene.
Authorities confirmed that the suspected shooter is among the deceased, and preliminary investigations suggest he acted alone.
Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer confirmed that an investigation has been launched to determine the motive behind the attack.
“The person currently identified as the primary perpetrator is deceased. This individual was not previously known to law enforcement,” Strömmer said. “Of course, we seek to understand why this happened. What motives could have driven such an atrocity? These answers will emerge as the investigation progresses.”
Roberto Eid Forest, head of the local police, acknowledged the extensive damage at the crime scene, noting that it has made it challenging to confirm the exact number of victims.
Police have also conducted a search of the suspect’s residence, though details about any findings have not been disclosed.
At this time, there are no suspected links to terrorism, and authorities have not provided information regarding a potential motive.
The shooting has shocked a country where such incidents are rare.
Prime Minister Kristersson urged the nation to stand together in the face of the tragedy:
“Sweden grieves tonight. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this unimaginable violence.”
Authorities are working to identify the deceased, and the investigation remains ongoing.
SAGAMU, Ogun State, Nigeria — The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal motor vehicle collision that injured British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two passengers, has been formally charged in court.
Police officials stated that Kayode, 46, was arraigned on Thursday, January 2, 2026, before the Sagamu Magistrate Court, where he faces charges of reckless and dangerous driving.
The case has been adjourned until January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
According to police, the crash occurred earlier in the week along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a major highway in southwestern Nigeria.
The Lexus SUV was transporting Anthony Joshua and two of his close associates, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, when it collided with a stationary truck parked along the roadway.
Both Ayodele and Ghami sustained fatal injuries in the crash.
Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed that the defendant was granted bail in the sum of ₦5 million (approximately $3,480 USD), with two sureties, and was remanded in custody pending the fulfillment of the bail conditions.
The Ogun State Police Command reiterated in a public update that the arraignment followed a comprehensive preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
Authorities emphasized that investigations remain ongoing.
Anthony Joshua, a former world heavyweight boxing champion, survived the crash but reportedly suffered significant emotional trauma as a result of the incident.
Ayodele and Ghami were described as long-time friends, training partners, and key members of Joshua’s professional support team, regularly accompanying him before, during, and after major fights.
Ayodele was notably present ringside during Joshua’s recent bout, where he was seen holding the Nigerian flag.
The remains of the two deceased men were transported to a mortuary in Sagamu.
Both were reported to be Muslims, and arrangements for burial in accordance with Islamic rites are pending. Officials have not yet confirmed when their bodies will be repatriated to the United Kingdom.
Authorities have also renewed calls for improved road safety enforcement, particularly concerning the illegal and prolonged parking of heavy-duty trucks along highways, which has been cited as a recurring hazard on Nigerian roads.
The Ogun State Police Command urged motorists to exercise caution, adhere strictly to speed limits, and ensure proper judgment when overtaking or maneuvering on highways.
Further updates are expected as the case proceeds through the court system.