Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Christmas Eve explosion at a mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, citing the tragedy as a troubling reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation and the government’s failure to protect lives and property. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, mnipr, the PDP stated that the incident highlighted what it characterized as the tragic reality Nigerians today face, emphasizing that security remains the irreducible minimum responsibility of any government. “The news of an explosion in a mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, is another sad reminder of the rising…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority stated that two people died in a diesel tanker explosion early Thursday along the Badagry Expressway in Lagos. The incident happened on the Oto-Ijanikin axis near Lagos State University of Education, when a truck carrying diesel lost control while attempting to overtake another vehicle, causing it to crash and burn. Mr. Adebayo Taofiq, LASTMA’s Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, acknowledged this in a statement put on the agency’s X site Thursday. The statement read, “Preliminary findings from security investigations indicate that the unfortunate incident was precipitated by excessive speed, as the tanker…

The Presidency has denied that President Bola Tinubu replaced his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, with his Principal Private Secretary, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. The denial comes after several social media posts circulated the unverified claim of a change in the Chief of Staff position. Some of the posts claim to have gotten the information from “insider” sources. “The attention of the Presidency has been drawn to a viral falsehood circulating on social media suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has replaced his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, with his Principal Private Secretary, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. There is absolutely no truth to…

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor E. A. Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor (Mrs.) Folu Adeboye, have extended warm Yuletide greetings to Nigerians, urging them to embrace joy, health, and success in the coming year. In a Christmas message posted on X on Thursday, Adeboye thanked God for preserving Nigerians through the past year and guiding them into the new year. “Beloved, as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, we give thanks to God, the Alpha and the Omega, for preserving you through the passing year and bringing you into a…

Seven individuals were hospitalized after a fire broke out at the 22-story Great Nigeria Insurance House on Martins Street, Lagos Island, causing varied degrees of burns. The fire reportedly damaged numerous nearby structures, including the seven-story Radio Nigeria building, the prominent Oluwole Plaza, a mosque, and other adjacent buildings. Nosa Okunbor, spokesman for the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, confirmed the event in an update issued on Christmas Day. The fire, which broke out about 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve, apparently started on the fourth story of the structure and spread to adjacent stories. He also stated that five others…

Organizers of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco are allowing supporters to enter stadiums for free after kickoff in matches where the stands are not full, a Confederation of African Football source told AFP. The AFCON organizers thanked the government and security services for their assistance, as well as parents, the Christian community, the media, and the general public for their prayers, patience, and support. He also prayed for the healing and rehabilitation of all afflicted families. On Thursday, CAF’s official ticketing platform showed that seats were available for practically all remaining group matches, with prices starting at…

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has verified that all students and teachers abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Schools in Papiri, Niger State, have been rescued and returned to their families. In a statement made on Thursday, the Rev. Bulus Yohanna, of the Catholic Diocese of Kontagora and the owner of St. Mary’s Catholic Private Primary and Secondary School, revealed this. He stated that a total of 230 people, including 12 staff members, 14 students, and 204 students, were abducted and later freed by the Federal Government, the Niger State Government, and security agencies. Yohanna stated that all rescued children had…

The Nigerian Army’s Operation Hadin Kai headquarters verified that a Boko Haram suicide bomber carried out the explosion in a mosque in Borno State on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. No fewer than five persons were killed and 35 injured in the blast at Al-Adum Jumaat Mosque in the Gamboru Market area of Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Borno State. The explosion occurred during the evening Maghrib prayer session. In an update on Thursday, Theatre Command spokesman Lt. Col. Sani Uba said investigations found that a Boko Haram terrorist was to blame. “Preliminary findings indicate the incident was caused by a suspected Boko…

Afrobeats musician David Adeleke, also known as Davido, reportedly profited after correctly predicting the outcome of Nigeria’s opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON. The DMW Records boss wagered on the Super Eagles’ Group C match against Tanzania in Fes, Morocco, believing that both teams would score. His prediction proved correct, as Nigeria defeated the Taifa Stars 2-1 in an entertaining match on Tuesday. Ademola Lookman’s late strike secured all three points for the Super Eagles, giving Davido a handsome return on his investment. According to reports, the successful wager resulted in a payout of $96,564 (about…

The Kano State House of Assembly has been thrown into mourning following the unexpected deaths of two members, Aminu Ungoggo and Sarki Daneji, who reportedly died within hours of each other on Wednesday. The first to pass was Ungogo, head of the House Appropriation Committee, who reportedly died in the Assembly complex after a brief illness. This was confirmed in a statement issued Wednesday by the speaker’s spokesman, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai. “The late Hon. Ungogo died while in active duty at the Kano State House of Assembly. He is survived by his wife and children,” the statement read. Jibril Falgore,…