Author: Vincent Osuwo

A clash between some Benue and Hausa people at a fruit market in Oil Mill, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, on Saturday resulted in one fatality. A wheelbarrow pusher named Zakara Afaaruwu was asked by a market trader to create room for him to keep his wares, but the vendor refused, which sparked trouble. The two got into an argument right away, which drew the attention of other local traders and residents. When the wheelbarrow pusher allegedly pulled out a knife and stabbed the trader, the argument became heated. The trader was taken to the hospital but was confirmed…

Terrorists on Saturday attacked communities in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, killing many people and abducting several others, while setting multiple houses ablaze, including a police station. It was gathered that the first attack occurred in Tunga-Makeri on Friday, where bandits killed six residents and set homes on fire. The terrorists reportedly moved to Paso on Saturday after encountering little resistance from security forces, burning more houses and a police station. According to an eyewitness, Mohammed Ibrahim, “They moved to another village called Pisa again to carry out another operation. Seven people have been slaughtered by the…

Mohamed Salah found the net and contributed an assist as Liverpool defeated Brighton at Anfield to advance to the FA Cup fifth round. The hosts gained an advantage in the first half thanks to Curtis Jones, then Salah assisted Dominik Szoboszlai after halftime, with the midfielder scoring vigorously to finish off a fluid play. Ten minutes later, Salah was fouled in the area, and the Egyptian winger sent his penalty flying past Jason Steele to seal the match. Brighton posed a threat at times but suffered for failing to convert their opportunities and have triumphed in just two of their…

Real Madrid returned to the top of the Spanish La Liga table after a convincing 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad. Trent Alexander-Arnold claimed an assist on his first start in more than two months as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad to move ahead of Barcelona and stay top of La Liga. The Englishman, sidelined through December and January with a thigh injury, set the home side on their way to an eighth straight league victory when he crossed for Gonzalo Garcia to poke home after five minutes. Sociedad responded in the 21st minute when Mikel Oyarzabal restored parity from the…

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has warned the public about a fake invitation letter reportedly sent to Abubakar Washima, stating he had been accepted for enrollment. The academy confirmed that the letter is fraudulent and did not come from the institution. In a tweet on its X handle on Saturday, Academy Public Relations Officer Major Reuben Kovangiya said, “The Nigerian Defence Academy wishes to inform the general public that the purported invitation letter addressed to one Abubakar Washima informing him of being selected into the NDA is fake and did not originate from the NDA. “For the benefit of doubt,…

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to Al-Nassr on Saturday after missing three games due to worries over his future with the Saudi club. And the Portuguese captain marked his homecoming by scoring after 18 minutes in a 2-0 win over Al-Fateh. The 41-year-old was apparently dissatisfied with how the club was managed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). As a result, the Saudi Pro League stated that “no individual, no matter how significant, makes decisions beyond their own club.” Al-Nassr had teased his homecoming on social media, posting a photo of the captain’s armband next to Ronaldo’s shirt in their dressing…

Manchester City overcame a few major frights and an injury blow to defeat League Two Salford City in the FA Cup and secured their spot in Monday’s fifth-round draw. The seven-time champions, who scored 10 against Exeter City in the third round, began swiftly on Saturday when Alfie Dorrington scored an own goal within six minutes. Nevertheless, the hosts—making nine changes—found it difficult to extend their advantage and lost defender Max Alleyne due to injury in the 22nd minute. Salford, beaten 8-0 by City in last season’s third round, regrouped after an early goal and nearly scored twice before halftime.…

Troops of the Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI have eliminated scores of terrorists and recovered a large cache of arms during sustained offensive operations across the theater under Operation DESERT SANITY V. This was disclosed in a press release signed by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba. According to the statement, “Troops of the Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have continued to sustain offensive operations across the theater under Operation DESERT SANITY V, recording significant operational successes.” It noted that…

The Football Association has charged Manchester City player Rodri with misconduct for statements he made concerning referees after his side’s 2-2 draw at Tottenham earlier this month. The 29-year-old was incensed that a Dominic Solanke goal was allowed to stand after the Spurs forward seemed to kick through the leg of City defender Marc Guehi. While the FA did not clarify the specific comments the allegation refers to, Rodri accused referee Robert Jones of not being “neutral.” “I know we won too much, and the people don’t want us to win, but the referee has to be neutral,” said the…

Tottenham confirmed the appointment of Igor Tudor as their interim manager until the end of the season on Saturday. Former Juventus boss Tudor replaces Thomas Frank, who was relieved of his duties on Wednesday with Tottenham languishing only five points above the Premier League relegation zone. The Croatian and Tottenham’s hierarchy reached a verbal agreement on Friday, and the deal has now been sealed. “It is an honor to join this club at an important moment,” Tudor said. “I understand the responsibility I have been handed, and my focus is clear. To bring greater consistency to our performances and compete…