Author: Vincent Osuwo

Kemi Badenoch, a British politician of Nigerian heritage, has emerged as the most popular political party leader in the UK, according to a recent opinion survey, the Daily Mail reported on Sunday. Badenoch, who was born in London and spent part of her childhood in Nigeria, now leads the UK Conservative Party. According to More in Common’s survey, Badenoch has a net approval rating of minus nine, which is a big improvement from minus 32 before her party’s conference last October. She finished ahead of Nigel Farage, who polled minus 16, and Ed Davey, who polled minus 11. The poll…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has denied claims that Senator David Mark resigned as the party’s national chairman to allow previous chairman Ralph Nwosu to take over leadership ahead of the national convention. The party’s position came in response to an online publication claiming that Mark had resigned amid internal tensions and rising pressure on the party’s structure, particularly in light of recent measures by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The report further said that Nwosu was in a position to direct the party toward a national convention and stabilize its affairs ahead of the 2027 general elections. However,…

Nollywood filmmaker Funke Akindele has shared her opinion on Brazilian Butt Lift, or BBL, admitting that she admires it. She did, however, mention that she cannot afford one due to her low pain tolerance. The behind-the-scenes actor stated that it is OK for women to enhance their bodies through surgical procedures, but she stressed moderation and risk assessment. “I love to see beautiful women with beautiful bodies. I actually like BBL, the skinny ones, not the big ones. I love the flat tummy and liposuction. I want to do it, but I don’t have the mind,” Akindele said while featuring…

The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended at least four people in connection with a mob action that resulted in the death of KC Joe in Kokami village, Danja Local Government Area. Chronicle NG gathered that the incident occurred on Thursday as a result of a dispute between Ibrahim Auwal and a dealer named Joe, also known as K.C. Jones. The incident became more serious after Jones allegedly stabbed Auwal during a confrontation at his shop. Auwal was reportedly transported to Abdullahi Makama Hospital in Dabai, where medics on duty confirmed his death. The confirmation of Auwal’s death apparently sparked…

Channels Television presenter Seun Okinbaloye has stated that he is neither worried nor intimidated by the issue surrounding remarks made by the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, while also thanking Nigerians and organizations for their support. Okinbaloye stated this during a broadcast on Sunday, acknowledging the outpouring of support from civil society groups, viewers, and both local and foreign organizations. “I sincerely want to thank civil society organizations and our viewers for your love and your comments and your solidarity… Your support is deeply appreciated and reinforces our collective commitment to truth and accountability,” he said. The…

Three police officers were reportedly slain during a repeat bandit attack on Sunday in the Tangani and Sayaya towns in Musawa and Matazu Local Government Areas of Katsina State. Lawal Batagarawa, the leader of Katsina State’s largest opposition party, the African Democratic Congress, and a former minister of state for education, revealed the death when addressing the press on Sunday about the horrific attack in Katsina. He criticized the ongoing loss of lives, particularly in Nigeria’s northern area. According to him, “On behalf of the ADC National Headquarters and the Katsina State chapter, I condole with the people of Matazu,…

Armed herders, on Saturday, invaded the Mbalom, Mbatsada, and Agana towns in Benue’s Gwer East Local Government Area, killing at least nine people. According to sources, Mbalom, Mbatsada, and Agana are rural communities located on the Ikpayongo-Agana-Ayar-Mbalom route in Gwer East LGA. The attackers were said to have entered the neighborhoods about 6 p.m. on Saturday. According to reports, the attack occurred on a market day in Mbalom, during which the gunmen stormed the market and adjacent neighborhoods, killing everyone. Several people were reported to have been injured, and many residents fled to safer regions. The Chairman of Gwer East…

Terrorists raided the Ariko village in Kachia Local Government Area, Kaduna State, attacking two Christian worship centers during Easter celebrations, murdering at least seven people and kidnapping several more. The incident, which occurred early Sunday morning, caused widespread alarm. Mark Bawa, the councillor for Awon Ward, which includes Ariko District, confirmed the attack on Sunday. According to him, the affected churches include First ECWA Church and St. Augustine Catholic Church, both of which are in Ariko. “I am currently on my way to the community to ascertain the exact number of casualties. Some sources said seven persons were killed, while…

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has stated that the All Progressives Congress is the only political party capable of managing Kano State and winning at the national level in the 2027 general election. The governor made the statement while speaking to a large gathering of supporters who had gathered on Kano’s streets to welcome him return from APC-related engagements in Abuja. Yusuf, speaking in a video that circulated on Sunday, downplayed the possibilities of opposition groups, including the African Democratic Congress, claiming that no other platform could threaten the APC’s supremacy in the state or nationwide. “APC in Kano State…

Hadiza Jega, wife of former BUK Vice-Chancellor and former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission Prof. Attahiru Jega, died on Sunday, Bayero University Kano, announces. In a statement posted to its official social media page, BUK stated, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. With complete submission to Allah’s will, we announce the passing of Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega.” The notification stated that her Janazah prayer would take place soon after Zuhr at the National Mosque in Abuja on Sunday, April 5, 2026. BUK prayed for the deceased’s eternal rest, saying, “May Allah grant her Aljannatul Firdaus and forgive her…