Author: David Great

Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has disclosed that his sister, Atsi Kefas, was killed by a police escort attached to the vehicle in which they were traveling. Speaking during a town hall meeting marking his second year in office, Governor Kefas stated that a preliminary police report indicated that Atsi died from severe gunshot wounds inflicted by one of the escorts. He also assured the public that investigations are still ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the tragic incident and to ensure justice is served. “Let me state this, for you to understand my commitment to you, that even…

At least 15 million Nigerians have been impacted by insecurity, according to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Ribadu made this revelation on Friday in Abuja during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Counter Terrorism Centre and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture. The MoU is designed to support agribusiness and livelihood empowerment for communities affected by terrorism and violent extremism. Highlighting the widespread consequences of insecurity, Ribadu noted that agriculture—Nigeria’s dominant sector—has suffered the most. “Insecurity is the biggest problem we are facing in all sectors but the biggest victim of insecurity is agriculture because…

AC Milan have parted ways with head coach Sergio Conceicao just months after his appointment, following a disappointing end to the 2024/25 Serie A campaign. The club confirmed the Portuguese manager’s departure in a brief statement on Thursday: “AC Milan and Sergio Conceicao will not continue their journey together next season,” the announcement read. “The club would like to thank Sergio and his staff for their commitment, professionalism and dedication shown during their time leading the First Team over the past few months.” Conceicao, 50, took charge in December, replacing fellow Portuguese manager Paulo Fonseca. He started strong by guiding…

Brazilian football legend Zico has thrown his weight behind Carlo Ancelotti, calling the Italian tactician the ideal man to restore Brazil’s dominance on the global stage. Ancelotti recently made history as the first non-Brazilian in nearly six decades to be appointed head coach of the national team. The 65-year-old, who boasts five UEFA Champions League titles and a storied career managing elite clubs such as Real Madrid, AC Milan, Chelsea, PSG, Bayern Munich, and Juventus, has pledged to make Brazil world champions again. Zico, one of Brazil’s most revered players, believes Ancelotti’s deep understanding of Brazilian football and his proven…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has impounded 235 vehicles for a range of offences including indiscriminate parking, environmental violations, and general traffic misconduct across the state. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the agency’s spokesman, Adebayo Tofiq, the enforcement was part of a clean-up campaign targeting major traffic corridors in Lagos. “This expansive operation, meticulously coordinated under the leadership of Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, General Manager of LASTMA, commenced today with full deployment across high-density zones, notably Oyingbo, Iddo, Eja-Lonibu, Adeniji Adele, Sabo, Jibowu (Inter-State Terminal), and Oshodi,” the statement read. The vehicles impounded include 38 private…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has described the Nigeria First policy introduced by President Bola Tinubu as a major step toward reviving the country’s industrial base. Speaking on Channels Television’s Youth Forum, a live interactive programme held on Thursday, the minister emphasized the need to protect indigenous manufacturers from being overwhelmed by foreign competitors. “Two things that make me happy about being part of this administration. One is the issue of Nigeria First because that is the real way back for industrialisation,” Tunji-Ojo said during the programme. He argued that without such a policy, local manufacturers would continue to…

Chelsea came from one goal down to beat Real Betis and win the club’s first UEFA Conference League final played at the Tarczynski Arena in Poland. Cole Palmer who was named Player of the Match assisted Chelsea’s equalizing goal that was headed past Adrian in Betis goal by Enzo Fernandes. Palmer crossed another ball for Nicholas Jackson to put the Blues in front before goals by Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo secured victory for Chelsea. The UEFA Conference League is Chelsea’s first trophy under Enzo Maresca and the new ownership since Roman Abramovich sold the club. Betis went in 1-0…

Manchester United’s troubles continued post-season as they slumped to a 1-0 defeat against a Southeast Asian XI in an exhibition match held at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on Wednesday. The loss, witnessed by a crowd of 72,550, added to what has already been a nightmare season for the English club. Ruben Amorim’s side, coming off a dismal 15th-place finish in the Premier League—their worst since 1974—appeared sluggish and uninspired in the sweltering 32°C (90°F) heat of Kuala Lumpur. United fielded a strong starting lineup including Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, Diogo Dalot, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo, and Andre Onana.…

Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has filed an appeal before the Court of Appeal in Abuja, contesting a judgment that handed over full ownership of a 753-unit housing estate in Abuja to the federal government. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had earlier secured a court order for the final forfeiture of the estate, located in the Lokogoma area of the Federal Capital Territory. While the property was initially associated with an unnamed former public official, Emefiele—through his counsel, A.M. Kotoye—insists he has an interest in the estate and should have been included in the forfeiture…

The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has expressed concern over a significant rise in suspicious financial transactions from Nigeria to Dubai and Hong Kong—two locations it now labels as emerging global centres for illicit money flows. According to a report published in May 2025 and obtained by Chronicle NG on Tuesday, the NFIU recorded 401 Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) linked to the two regions between January 2021 and September 2024. The combined value of these transactions stood at more than N48bn. Of the total reports, 185 were tied to Dubai, accounting for the lion’s share of N29.6bn. The remaining 216…