Author: Vincent Osuwo

The kidnappers of John Arum Azi, a student of the University of Jos, UNIJOS, have reduced the N30 million ransom demanded earlier to N4 million naira. The kidnappers had earlier demanded N30 million for his release; however, in a recent development, a brother of the victim stated that the ransom has been reduced to N4 million. The 28-year-old keyboard technician was kidnapped along with six other passengers heading to Zaria, Kaduna State. Chronicle NG gathered that Azi was headed to Zaria after being called by a client to come fix a keyboard before he was kidnapped. A video clip making…

John Arum Azi, a student of the University of Jos, UNIJOS, has been abducted by bandits while travelling from Jos, Plateau state to Kaduna state. The 28-year-old keyboard technician was kidnapped along side six other passengers heading to Zaria, Kaduna state. Chronicle NG gathered that Azi was headed to Zaria after been called by a client to come fix a keyboard before he was kidnapped. A video clip making the rounds on social media shows the kidnappers brutally beating the UNIJOS with various sticks and sharp objects. The clip, according to reports, was shot by the bandits with the victim’s…

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of Evergrande, has pled guilty to a variety of counts, including asset misappropriation and corporate bribery, the court announced. Hui apologized before a public hearing in Shenzhen on April 13 and 14, according to Chinese official media. The court stated that it will announce its decision on the lawsuit at a later date. His guilty plea is a watershed moment in the aftermath of Evergrande’s collapse, which has shaken China’s real estate market and left investors and domestic banks reeling. Evergrande was formerly China’s largest real estate developer, with a stock market valuation of more…

Former Chelsea and Arsenal player Jorginho has admitted he was wrong after initially accusing Chappell Roan of being involved in an incident with his stepdaughter, calling the situation a misunderstanding and expressing regret. The scandal began over a festival weekend in Brazil, when Jorginho alleged that a security guard associated with Roan approached and scared his 11-year-old stepdaughter. The allegation soon spread online, prompting criticism of the performer. However, after examining new facts, Jorginho changed his mind. In his response, he recognized that his previous allegation was based on insufficient information. Jorginho stated on Tuesday, “After learning more about what…

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, claims the Northern part of Nigeria has Nigeria’s greatest economic potential. Obi has stated that no other 2027 presidential candidate can provide the North with what he intends to deliver. The former Anambra governor spoke on Arise TV on Monday, pitching himself to northern voters and refuting the notion that his presidential ambitions in the region are dependent on endorsements from a small group of political heavyweights. Obi stated that the North, rather than being a burden on the national economy, was an underutilized asset that a dedicated…

Peter Obi has stated that no other 2027 presidential candidate can provide the North with what he intends to deliver. He claims the region has Nigeria’s greatest economic potential and plans to develop it through agriculture, security, and grassroots investment. The former Anambra governor spoke on Arise TV on Monday, pitching himself to northern voters and refuting the notion that his presidential ambitions in the region are dependent on endorsements from a small group of political heavyweights. Obi stated that the North, rather than being a burden on the national economy, was an underutilized asset that a dedicated government could…

The former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has stated that if elected president, he will declare war on terrorists and reject diplomacy as a response to insecurity. Drawing on his experience as Anambra State governor, he claimed that quick action can restore safety throughout Nigeria. Obi made the remarks in an interview with Arise TV on Monday, during a discussion about the country’s deteriorating security situation, including the recent killing of Brigadier-General Oseni Braimah and other troops in a Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Benisheikh, Borno State. “No nation will lose about 10 of its senior officers without a response.…

Peter Obi has defended his record of switching political parties, claiming that he leaves when a party abandons its principles and begins to focus on transactions and personal interests. The former Labour Party presidential candidate spoke on Arise TV on Monday, explaining why he has switched parties several times. Obi stated that his first transition from the APGA to the PDP was motivated by a disagreement with his successor as Anambra governor. He stated that he preferred to leave rather than let the conflict undermine the state’s government. “I moved from APGA to the PDP because of issues with my…

US President Donald Trump issued a warning Monday that any Iranian attack boats that approach the American naval blockade around Iran’s ports would be destroyed, despite international calls for a ceasefire to be respected and negotiations to resume. The US military stated that the blockade, which began at 1400 GMT, applies to all ships departing or attempting to dock at Iranian ports. In a social media post, Trump stated that the majority of Iran’s navy had already been destroyed during the battle, but that if any of Tehran’s few remaining “fast attack ships” approached the blockade, “they will be immediately…

A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State has announced the suspension of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Raji Zumo, the state’s factional chairman, announced the decision at a press conference on Monday. Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, and the party’s transition committee chairman, Sadiq Ibrahim, have been suspended. According to a video of the press conference posted by Nigerian Affairs Journal, the factional chairman accused the affected individuals of fostering disunity and disregarding a court order. He said, “Let it be clearly stated: no individual, regardless of his status or influence,…