Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have confirmed that matches will be paused briefly during Ramadan to allow Muslim players and match officials to break their fast after sunset. Ramadan, the Islamic holy month when Muslims refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset, starts this week and will last for around a month, according to BBC Sport on Monday. The only games that are likely to be postponed are Saturday 17:30 kickoffs and Sunday 16:30 kickoffs, as sunset in the UK usually falls between 17:00 and 19:00 GMT at this time. The EPL explained how the…

The President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has filed charges against the former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The Federal Republic of Nigeria, as complainant, and El-Rufai, as defendant, filed the charges, designated FHC/ABJ/CR/99/2026, before the Federal High Court, Abuja Judicial Division. In court documents obtained by Chronicle NG, the prosecution asserted that El-Rufai acknowledged illegally intercepting the National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone conversations on February 13, 2026, while he was a guest on Arise TV’s Prime Time program in Abuja. In count one, the Federal Government claims that the admittance violates Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.)…

The US has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians alleged to have connections to the Islamic group Boko Haram and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. This was included in a 3,000-page report dated February 10, published by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, and observed by Chronicle NG on Monday. The report also recognized individuals who have been sanctioned for offenses related to cybercrime and other security risks. The statement follows recent suggestions by the US Congress for visa prohibitions and asset freezes on individuals and organizations charged with violating religious freedom and persecuting…

Hundreds of protesters stormed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja on Monday, demanding an investigation into the alleged N432 billion corruption case involving former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Protesters from the Mega National Movement for Good Governance gathered before the anti-graft agency’s headquarters, screaming solidarity songs and holding placards with slogans such as “Answer The Charges, El-Rufai” and “El-Rufai Is Not Above The Law.” In a dramatic turn, the group made spirited attempts to march into the commission’s premises but were stopped by stern-looking security operatives stationed at the entrance Addressing journalists at the scene,…

The National Assembly disclosed on Sunday that it would reconvene its plenary session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, shortening its recess amid reports that lawmakers may review the date set for the 2027 presidential election. According to our correspondent’s findings, the National Assembly may move the presidential election date to February 13, 2027. Senators and members of the House of Representatives were told in a notification signed by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, to resume sitting at 11 a.m. and adapt their schedules appropriately, as “very crucial decisions” are expected to be made during the session. “I…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement in South Sudan, urging the immediate and unconditional release of the country’s First Vice President, Riek Machar, and other key opposition figures. Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), made the vow in a statement released on Monday. The statement emphasized Tinubu’s position, which was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, at the African Union High-Level Ad Hoc Committee for South Sudan, also known as the C-5 Plus Summit, which was held in Addis Ababa,…

The South African Police Service says a female suspect apprehended in connection with the death of Isaac Satlat, a 22-year-old Nigerian e-hailing driver and student, will be arraigned in Pretoria West court today (Monday). The SAPS confirmed the information in a statement posted to its Facebook page on Sunday. According to authorities, the suspect will be charged with carjacking and homicide. The statement read, “The police have arrested a female suspect after an e-hailing driver was allegedly killed while inside the car in Pretoria West on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. More arrests are imminent as the police investigation continues. “Preliminary…

Rayo Vallecano defeated Atlético Madrid 3-0 in Butarque, exposing Atlético’s fragile lineup and lifting Rayo out of the relegation zone. The match, which began at 4:15 PM ET, saw Fran Pérez and Óscar Valentín score before Nobel Mendy secured the victory after the break. Atlético’s excessive rotation and uninspired performance rendered them unable to match Rayo’s effort. Rayo imposed a high, vertical game from the start, keeping Atlético on the back foot. The visitors arrived with a drastically revised XI and never established rhythm, whilst Rayo’s energy and clarity propelled them to victory. The first goal came late in the…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has promised to support only candidates who support President Bola Tinubu’s vision, irrespective of political party, in the FCT area councils’ election scheduled for February 21. Wike made the promise in Abuja on Saturday night during Senator Sandy Onor’s 60th birthday, a celebration of six decades of scholarship, leadership, service, and meaningful impact. The former governor of Rivers State, who said he owed no one an apology for supporting Tinubu, promised to back any candidate aligned with the president. “We have the FCT Area Council election coming up on February 21, and…

Arsenal advanced into the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in six years as the quadruple chasers crushed Wigan 4-0 on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s side thrashed the third-tier strugglers with four goals in the first 27 minutes of the fourth-round tie at the Emirates Stadium. Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli scored before Jack Hunt’s own goal was followed by a Gabriel Jesus strike. The current Premier League toppers are back in the last 16 for the first time since they won the FA Cup in 2020, a success that remains the only major trophy of Arteta’s reign. “We…