Author: Vincent Osuwo

Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Advisor, has refuted an online report that claimed his mother passed away on Monday, calling it inaccurate and deceptive. After getting a lot of calls and messages from sympathizers, the NSAclarified the matter in a statement that was released on his verified X profile on Tuesday. The explanation came after media reports said that Mamma Ribadu had passed away at the age of 86. The NSA and Sani Ribadu, the Emir of Fufore in Adamawa State, both regarded her as a respected mother and matriarch. “I have been inundated with calls and messages from friends…

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have discovered an underground Boko Haram logistics depot filled with medical supplies, fuel, and other essential materials after taking over multiple terrorist hideouts in the Timbuktu Triangle region of Borno State. The finding came after a sequence of coordinated, intelligence-driven assaults carried out on Sunday throughout Chilaria, Garin Faruk, and Abirma, during which the forces also thwarted several drone strikes initiated by the terrorists. Lt. Col. Uba Sani, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, revealed this in a statement released on Monday. Sani reported that the mission, executed…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has expressed optimism that the collaboration between the party and the Obidient Movement will oust the All Progressives Congress (APC) from power in 2027. Former APC National Chairman Odigie-Oyegun gave a speech on Monday in Benin during the Obidient Movement’s mass defection into the ADC in Edo State. The announcement was made just weeks after Peter Obi, a former presidential contender for the Labour Party, officially joined the ADC. Odigie-Oyegun welcomed the Obidient Movement on Monday, saying that the movement’s entry into the party demonstrated Nigerians’ willingness to participate…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have climbed to 26th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, their highest position in 16 years, following a strong run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, AFCON. Morocco, the hosts, also made it into the top 10 for the first time since 1998, demonstrating the tournament’s enormous influence on African football. After winning the bronze in the continental championship, Eric Chelle’s team moved up 12 spots in the January 2026 FIFA rating, making them one of the greatest movers. They were ranked 21st in the world in May 2010, which was…

Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami (SAN) was on Monday arrested by operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS) shortly after his release from the Kuje Correctional Centre, Abuja. The Department of State Services apparently snatched him up as soon as he exited the institution. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission emphasized that Malami was not re-arrested. Officials with the Nigerian Correctional Service verified that Malami was released after completing his bail conditions. “He has been released. He perfected his bail conditions and was released this afternoon,” one official said. Another added, “He…

The Ogun State Police Command has detained one suspect in connection with the death of popular artist Adesina Afeez, aka Destiny Boy. According to the command, the matter has been sent to the State Criminal Investigation Department’s Homicide Section for further investigation. In a statement on Monday, the command Police Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi, said, “The Ogun State Police Command has since commenced investigations into the death of Adesina Afeez, aged 22 years, popularly known as Destiny Boy. “The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Homicide Section, for detailed investigation. One suspect is currently…

Morocco has announced intentions to petition FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the Senegal national team’s walkout during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced its intentions after Senegal clinched the 2025 AFCON trophy. The Senegalese team’s walkout followed a referee’s decision to award a penalty kick, which FRMF stated was deemed correct by all experts in a statement released on its official X on Monday. “The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announces that it will pursue legal action with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA regarding the Senegalese national…

President Bassirou Faye of Senegal has declared Monday a paid public holiday across the country to celebrate the national football team’s triumph at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The announcement follows Senegal’s 1-0 victory over host nation Morocco in the AFCON final on Sunday in Rabat. Faye directed that public sector workers receive full pay for the day to allow citizens to celebrate the achievement. “This Monday will be considered a paid public holiday. Senegalese people will celebrate. Then we must welcome the Lions properly and congratulate them,” he said Sunday night. In addition, he offered the new African…

Moroccan winger Brahim Diaz has issued a heartfelt apology to fans following a missed penalty in the AFCON final against Senegal, a moment that ultimately cost Morocco the title. In a statement shared via Fabrizio Romano on Monday, Diaz expressed the depth of his disappointment, writing, “My soul hurts. I dreamed of this title thanks to all the love you all gave me, every message, every show of support that made me feel I wasn’t alone. I fought with everything I had, with my heart above all else.” The Real Madrid forward took full responsibility for the miss, saying, “Yesterday…

Enugu State police officers stopped an abduction attempt on the Adani-Nsukka Road, killing one armed suspect and recovering an AK-47 rifle during a heated early-morning fire battle with suspected kidnappers. According to our correspondent, the confrontation took place around 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 18, at the Ngene-Ukwu axis of the highway, when officers from the Adani Division, working with members of the Neighborhood Watch Group, apprehended the suspects as they allegedly emerged from a nearby bush to abduct occupants of a passing vehicle. SP Daniel Ndukwe, spokesperson for the Command, confirmed the incident on Monday, saying, “During the exchange…