Author: Vincent Osuwo

Amid the rising cases of paternity fraud (DNA) in Nigeria and the world at large, a Nigerian has berated women who cheat on their partners to the point of getting pregnant extra maritally. In a statement on X on Sunday, an X user simply identified as Olusoji stated that women who commit paternity fraud are “capable of committing murder.” Olusoji’s statement comes on the heels of reports that Nigeria ranks second highest in the world with cases of paternity fraud. Describing such women as “serial murderers,” Olusoji urged men to conduct DNA paternity tests in order not to raise children…

Veteran Nollywood actor Amaechi Muonagor has reportedly died at the age of 61. The actor, who has been battling with chronic kidney disease, passed away on Sunday morning, March 24, 2024. His junior colleague, Kingsley Orji, who confirmed the sad news, said Muonagor died at his residence in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The veteran Nollywood actor, in a video that surfaced on social media, could be seen struggling to speak as he introduced himself with a brief explanation of his condition. The actor stated this while crying out for help, as he battled paralysis. He…

A midnight attack by suspected terrorists on a military base in Gujba town, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, has led to the death of a soldier. DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, spokesman for the Yobe State Police Command, confirmed the incident to newsmen on Sunday and stated that the accused terrorists also destroyed a military patrol vehicle. “The only thing I can confirm to you now is the attack. A soldier was killed, and troops and CJTF engaged the suspected terrorists,” he said. According to reliable local sources, the suspected insurgents, who stormed the town by midnight, shooting indiscriminately and…

President Bola Tinubu has announced that he will not be hosting a birthday celebration as he turns 72 on Friday, March 29. He further declared that he does not want any of his friends or numerous well-wishers around the country to plan any celebratory gathering on his behalf or in his name. This was announced in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday, March 24. The statement reads: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will turn 72 on Friday, March 29, 2024. The day will be another important milestone in his life…

The World Institute for Peace issued a seven-day ultimatum to the federal government on Saturday, requiring security forces to arrest and question Sheikh Ahmad Gumi to ascertain his involvement in the country’s insecurity. In a statement issued in Osogbo on Saturday, the group’s chairman, Lamina Kamiludeen, questioned the Islamic scholar’s constant outbursts against the Nigerian military and other security officials whenever they take action against bandits and terrorists. Sheikh Gumi has previously made contentious remarks concerning military actions against insurgency and banditry in the north. On Wednesday, while speaking on “When will there be an end to Nigeria’s recurring abductions?”…

President Bola Tinubu has promised to ensure the safety of schools and students all over the country.  Tinubu pledged as he welcomed the news of the release of the Kuriga school children in Kaduna State. Chronicle NG reports that the 287 schoolchildren kidnapped from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, have been released. Reacting to the news of their release, Tinubu, in a statement on Sunday signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media, and Publicity, emphasized “the importance of collaboration between the federal government and states for expected outcomes, especially on matters of security.” The…

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has berated the Nigeria Defence Headquarters (DHQ) for declaring its Head of Directorate of State, Chika Edoziem, wanted, alongside other “bandits” and “terrorists.” According to the pro-Biafran group, mentioning the name of Edoziem with other “bandits” and “terrorists” is an insult to the group’s global family. The pro-Biafran group stated this in a statement issued by its spokesman, Emma Powerful, on Sunday, insisting that they would not be intimidated by any blackmail from the Federal Government in their self-determination movement to restore the Biafra nation. The statement read, “Linking Simon Ekpa, Zuma, Temple, and…

Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command arrested a suspected notorious kidnappers’ ring leader, Saidu Yakubu, also known as “Ismail.” The group was said to be behind the September 7, 2023, attack on St. Raphael Catholic Church, Fadan Kamanta, Kafanchan Diocese, in Jema’ah Local Government Area of Kaduna State, which resulted in the destruction of the parish house and the killing of a seminarian, Na’aman Danladi. In a statement released on Saturday, the state police public relations officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, stated that the arrest was made in coordination with military personnel. Hassan stated that the suspect had admitted to…

No fewer than ten people were reportedly kidnapped  at the Taraba/Benue border community in Jootar, in the Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, on Friday. A source who spoke on the condition of anonymity stated that the driver of the ill-fated vehicle who narrowly evaded kidnapping described the attack. According to the source, the driver of the Sharon bus explained that he picked up the passengers at Takum Junction in Wukari, Taraba State, and that they numbered ten. He said, “He was to drop them (passengers) in Gboko, where they ought to connect the vehicle to Akure. “They took…

The Nigerian Army has killed at least five terrorists during clearance operations in Borno State. The Combat Team’s clearance operations on Friday resulted in the rescue of 78 kidnapped victims, including 35 women and 43 children. The military successfully cleared six terrorist-controlled communities. The villages that have been cleansed are Ngurusoye, Sabon Gari, Mairamri 1 and 2, Bula Dalo, Bula Dalo Extension, Yamanci, and Gargaji in Borno State. Maj. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Nigerian Army Public Relations, stated on Saturday that the achievement was achieved following a fierce gun fight with the militants. The statement read, “Troops of the…