Author: Vincent Osuwo

Plans are in full swing for the wedding ceremony of nine children of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. Our correspondent observed the invitation card for the event, which has been widely shared on social media, on Saturday. The invitation, featuring the minister’s photo, states that the weddings will take place at the Central Mosque, Abuja, at 1:30 pm on February 6. The children’s names include Ibrahim, Suraj, Safiya, Maryam, Aisha, Fahad, Muh’d, Nana Firdausi, and Farida Matawalle. Speaking on Saturday, the spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress in Zamfara State, Yusuf Idris, said the children comprise five…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has eliminated over 40 terrorists in synchronized close air support and air interdiction missions in the Azir and Musarram regions of Borno, thwarting intended assaults and enhancing current ground efforts. This was included in a statement issued by the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on Sunday in Abuja. Ejodame stated that the operations took place on January 15 and 16 by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI, based on actionable intelligence and in close collaboration with ground troops. He stated that the NAF aircraft promptly reacted to a…

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has refuted claims that the police arrested innocent Nigerians and peaceful protesters during the recent unrest in Ekpoma, Edo State, describing such claims as a “false narrative.” Egbetokun stated this during an interview aired on Channels Television on Saturday, amid widespread criticism over the arrest and detention of dozens of persons following a protest in the university town. Speaking on whether he was aware of allegations that the police arrested peaceful protesters in Ekpoma, the IG said the police were often unfairly accused after violent incidents that occurred under the guise of protests. “That’s…

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), has identified four major obstacles undermining efforts to restore lasting peace and stability in the country. In an interview with BBC Hausa Service, observed by our correspondent in Kaduna, Musa stated that the Federal Government is taking a holistic approach to security by merging military actions with non-kinetic methods He recognized that major challenges persist, emphasizing the critical necessity to secure Nigeria’s borders to stop the entry and movement of criminal elements. For more than 15 years, Nigeria has fought against the Boko Haram insurgency, which continues to launch intermittent attacks…

Former Nigeria midfielder Ogenyi Onazi claimed that John Obi Mikel wielded significant influence in the Super Eagles and even used it to block certain players from being called to the national team. During the Home Turf podcast, Onazi stated that Mikel, who led Nigeria to victory in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013, had become so pivotal within the team that his opinions could influence player selection. While being cautious to recognize Mikel’s experience and position, the ex-Lazio midfielder implied that not all of that power was utilized in ways he supported. “Mikel Obi was too influential when he…

There are significant indicators that the increasing political tensions in Rivers State over the impeachment threat against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, for alleged gross misconduct, may be resolved soon, as the two warring factions appear to be ready to bury the hatchet. According to reports, the two major principal actors in the crisis, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike and his estranged godson, Fubara, have shown a considerable sign of backing down after meeting with the peace and reconciliation committee set up by the Pan Niger Delta Elders Forum (PANDEF) to proffer a…

Gunmen have reportedly killed a police officer and abducted a Chinese expatriate principal at Aqua Triton Company in the Ogunmakin area of Ibadan in Oyo State. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The statement read, “There was an attack at Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, Oyo State, where yet-to-be-identified gunmen stormed the facility in a commando-style operation. “One police officer tragically died while repelling the attack, injuring some of the assailants, and the Chinese expatriate principal was abducted. “Immediately informed, the state Commissioner…

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 African Cup of Nations, AFCON. Tinubu commended the Nigerian national team for putting behind them the disappointment of the semi-final loss to host nation Morocco last Wednesday. “This bronze medal surely feels good like gold,” Tinubu said in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu noted that the Super Eagles players’ triumph highlighted Nigeria’s determination, persistence, and can-do mentality. The Super Eagles defeated Egypt, the seven-time AFCON champion, in a penalty shootout after normal time in which…

The Super Eagles triumphed over Egypt’s Pharaohs 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Saturday to secure the bronze medal in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a suspenseful third-place playoff at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. The match concluded without goals after 90 minutes, leading to a shootout where goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged pivotal, rejecting penalties from Mohamed Salah and Oumar Marmoush to secure Nigeria’s ninth AFCON third-place finish and uphold their flawless record in this contest. The coach Eric Chelle selected a changed lineup, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman kept on the bench. Nwabali kept his position…

Hoodlums in Kano state have reportedly killed seven people, including a 35-year-old woman and her six children, on Saturday during a brutal attack in the Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters area of the state. The identified victims, Fatima Abubakar and her children, faced an assault at their home by unidentified assailants who allegedly invaded the residence and caused lethal injuries with hazardous weapons. In a statement on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa, confirmed the incident, stating that the command received a distress call around 12:10 pm on January 17, indicating an attack on the home…