Author: David Great

Just two days after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Benue State to address rising insecurity, suspected herdsmen have attacked Wannune, the hometown of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. The incident occurred in Tarka Local Government Area and reportedly left multiple residents dead, with many others injured. Eyewitnesses described the herdsmen attack as devastating, adding to the mounting security concerns in the region. A youth corps member serving in the area described the chaos in stark terms, saying, “Everyone is running into the bushes for safety. Please let Nigerians pray for us. The herdsmen…

The Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ajao Adewale, has issued a strong warning to residents and officers alike, cautioning against bribery and the illegal detention of suspects. According to a statement released on Saturday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the CP stressed that it is a criminal offence for citizens to offer bribes to officers, as stipulated under Section 118 of the Penal Code Act. “Bail is free, and any officer found collecting money for bail or documentation will face strict disciplinary action,” the CP declared. CP Adewale directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police…

Nigerians may soon pay more for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) following a fresh hike in ex-depot prices by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The refinery on Friday raised the rate to N880 per litre, up from N825, according to information obtained by Chronicle NG.  This N55 increase is expected to reverberate across the fuel supply chain, potentially pushing pump prices above N900/litre in some areas, particularly those distant from major depots. The hike comes amid a global decline in crude oil prices. On Friday, Brent crude dropped by 3.02% to $76.47, WTI declined to $74.93, and Murban fell to $76.97. However,…

Flamengo RJ delivered a thrilling second-half performance to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in their second Group D match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, leapfrogging the English side to take top spot in the group. Chelsea appeared to be in control early on at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. New signing Liam Delap, making his first start after assisting in his debut, nearly opened his account with a powerful effort saved at the near post by Agustín Rossi. Pedro Neto broke the deadlock for the Blues after a fortunate bounce between two Flamengo defenders. Neto raced clear and calmly finished…

Suspected herdsmen launched deadly attacks on two communities—Juwan in Bokkos Local Government Area and Manja in Mangu Local Government Area—of Plateau State on Thursday, resulting in the death of at least 13 people, mostly children and the elderly, and the destruction of multiple homes. In Juwan, located in the Tangur District of Bokkos LGA, the attackers reportedly struck at night, killing ten people and leaving several others with serious injuries. The victims were largely vulnerable residents who could not escape the onslaught. Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Council, Amalau Samuel, condemned the killings, describing them as “barbaric and inhuman.” “The…

Four people have been confirmed dead following a violent attack by suspected gunmen on Ido Ayegunle, a community near Esa Oke in Osun State, on Thursday. The attackers reportedly stormed the village on motorcycles around 10 a.m., setting homes ablaze and destroying properties including motorcycles, generators, and streetlights. No arrests have been made as of the time of reporting. The Obanla of Ido Ayegunle, Ibironke Adebusuyi, alleged that the attackers were from Esa Oke, with whom the community has been in conflict since January. The dispute is linked to the appointment of Prince Oluwatimileyin Oluyemi Ajayi as the Olojudo of…

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election will be determined after the party’s national convention. Speaking on The Morning Brief programme on Channels Television on Friday, Basiru revealed that while Tinubu enjoys widespread support from APC stakeholders to seek re-election, discussions regarding his running mate have not yet begun. He said, “As far as we are concerned, the national summit held in the Presidential Villa has endorsed Mr. President based on his track record and a large spectrum of stakeholders in our…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a medical doctor, Dr. Nekabari Dambere Nathan, before Justice P. I. Ajoku of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting Nigerians of N39.1 million under the guise of securing foreign visas and job placements. According to a statement issued by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, Dr. Nathan was arraigned alongside his company, Global Horizons Academy Ltd, on a one-count charge of obtaining money by false pretence and advance fee fraud. The charge reads: “That you, Dr. Nekabari Dambere Nathan and Global Horizons Academy Ltd between…

Chelsea and England winger Noni Madueke, 23, is on the radar of a host of clubs this summer, including Arsenal. (Telegraph – subscription needed) Sporting Lisbon and Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 27, is edging closing to joining Arsenal instead of Manchester United. (Talksport) Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko, 22, wants a release clause in his contract if he is to join Arsenal from RB Leipzig this summer. (The Transfers Podcast) Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, 32, is expected to leave Arsenal on 30 June as negotiations over a new deal are at standstill. (ESPN) Liverpool are also keen on signing Crystal Palace’s…

Tyrese Haliburton didn’t look bothered by his sore right calf on Thursday, and as a result, he and the Indiana Pacers sent the NBA Finals to a decisive Game 7. Despite being a game-time decision coming into Game 6 in Indianapolis, Haliburton demonstrated in the final minute of the first half his ability to withstand the injury. Haliburton deflected a pass from Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams with his left hand, chased the ball down, tight-roped his way down the sideline before finding Pascal Siakam on a no-look pass for an emphatic dunk as the Pacers rolled to a…