Author: Chronicle Editor

Following the recent plan by the Federal Government to acquire a $5 billion loan, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, has condemned the proposed action, stating that it is criminal and will definitely become a problem for the next generation. The elder statesman who spoke with Channels TV after an event in South Africa, said that the loans, if left unpaid will result in a cascade of crisis for future administrations. The former Nigerian leader noted that, while borrowing is not a problem, the purpose of the loans and the ability to pay back is the bone of contention. He said:…

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived at New York, United states to participate in the 76th United Nation General Assembly (UNGA). President Buhari departed Abuja for the US on Sunday morning. The theme for the 76th UNGA is: “Building Resilience Through Hope – To Recover from COVID-19, Rebuild Sustainably, Respond to the Needs of the Planet, Respect the Rights of People and Revitalize the United Nations.” The session opened on Tuesday, September 14. Buhari is billed to address the General Assembly during the General Debates on Friday, September 24 when he will speak on the theme of the conference and other global issues.…

Erling Braut Haaland scored twice to take his tally to seven goals from five Bundesliga games as Borussia Dortmund survived a scare to beat Union Berlin. Norway forward Haaland sealed victory with a sublime first-time volleyed lob after Berlin fought back from 3-0 down. Raphael Guerrero’s fine early strike, a Haaland header and Marvin Friedrich’s own goal had put Dortmund in command. Max Kruse’s penalty and an Andreas Voglsammer goal got Berlin back in it but Haaland settled matters late on. Haaland scores hat-trick as Norway dominate Gibraltar 5-1 Haaland has now netted 68 goals in 67 appearances in all…

Lionel Messi made his home debut for Paris St-Germain but was replaced in the second half as they went on to beat Lyon to make it six wins from six. Summer signing Messi hit the angle of post and bar with a free-kick in the first half and forced a save from Anthony Lopes but was below his best. With the score at 1-1, he was replaced by right-back Achraf Hakimi and did not look happy at coming off. Messi was given a round of applause, but not a standing ovation by his fans. The 34-year-old, who left Barcelona this…

Big Brother Naija, BBNaija season 6 housemates, Yousef and Saskay have been evicted from the reality show. The housemates were evicted on sunday after scoring the lowest votes. The eviction was announced by the show’s host; Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Following Sunday’s eviction, ten housemates will be left to fight for the N90m grand prize for the next two weeks. BBNaija has been known to surprise its viewers during evictions, just as Tega and Boma were evicted two weeks ago. BBNaija: Tega begs organisers to delete intimate pictures with Boma The duo had been the highlight of the show for some time,…

At least one person has been confirmed dead after a group of armed men stormed an Evangelical Church Winning All,ECWA church in Okedayo along the Kabba–Okene road in Kogi State. It was gathered that the assailants invaded the church on Sunday morning while service was ongoing. The gunmen shot sporadically which led to the death of a church member, identified as Mr Reuben Gbenga. Two other church members were whisked away by the bandits to an unknown location. Those abducted include; Elder Oshadumo Julius and Elder Abiodun T.O. Gunmen attack Kogi prison, free 240 inmates The Kogi state Police Command…

Chelsea stretched their unbeaten Premier League run to five games as Thomas Tuchel’s team deservedly beat Tottenham. After managing no shots on target in the first half, Thomas Tuchel’s side looked like a different team after the break and scored three second-half goals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Blues opened the scoring four minutes after the re-start, when Thiago Silva headed past Hugo Lloris from Marcos Alonso’s corner. Half-time substitute N’Golo Kante added a second with his first goal in 49 league appearances, though his long-range effort took a massive deflection from Eric Dier. Antonio Rudiger found the bottom…

Philippine boxer-turned-politician Manny Pacquiao declared Sunday he will run for president in 2022, ending months of speculation about whether the legendary fighter would seek the country’s top job. “The time is now — we are ready to rise to the challenge of leadership,” said Pacquiao, as he accepted the nomination of a rival faction in President Rodrigo Duterte’s ruling party. The eight-division world champion and beloved national hero made the announcement weeks after losing what could be his last professional fight against Cuban Yordenis Ugas in Las Vegas. Pacquiao, who entered politics in 2010 as a congressman before being elected…

Brighton’s superb start to the Premier League season continued as they held off a late Leicester rally to move up to third place in the table. The Foxes twice thought they had rescued a point in the closing stages but Ademola Lookman and Wilfred Ndidi both saw goals chalked off for Harvey Barnes straying offside. Brighton bossed the opening hour but needed a controversial penalty to set them on their way, Neal Maupay scoring his third goal of the season from the spot after Jannik Vestergaard’s handball. Vestergaard argued a foul by Maupay led him to handle Shane Duffy’s header…

Jesse Lingard came off the bench to score a stunning late goal which secured victory for Manchester United against his former club West Ham. Lingard, who spent a successful loan spell at London Stadium last season, appeared as a substitute in the second half and with two minutes remaining he cut on to his right foot and fired into the top corner. Further drama followed as Luke Shaw was adjudged to have handballed in the box and De Gea dived the right way to push away the spot-kick that had been taken by Noble, who was making his first touch…