Author: Vincent Osuwo

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled out the charges made against former presidential candidate and human rights activist Omoyele Sowore by the former Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. As reported by Tribune, Sowore had filed an application through his lawyer, Marshall Abubakar, demanding that the case be dismissed for lack of diligent prosecution. The court agreed, observing that the police had failed to actively investigate the case. During the proceedings on Tuesday, the prosecution requested a brief recess to allow the lead counsel to directly handle the case. The defense rejected the request, urging that the charges…

The National Executive Council of the Labour Party has fixed May 23 for its presidential primary in preparation for the 2027 general election. Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman, Ken Asogwa, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Asogwa stated that this was part of the approved timetable for the party’s primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. He noted that the timetable was fixed at a statutory NEC meeting observed by the Independent National Electoral Commission. Asogwa stated that the party, in accordance with the Electoral Act and INEC rules, accepted the submission…

The Chief Executive Officer of Wale Adenuga Productions, Wale Adenuga, has responded to claims by actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, that he is broke. Ayoyinka drew outrage online after claiming financial struggle despite his long-running role in the famous TV series Papa Ajasco and Company. In a statement made on Wednesday, Adenuga denied allegations of mistreatment and called the narrative “false and misleading,” while also detailing his connection with the actor and the structure of their professional partnership. “My first impression when I watched the Papa Ajasco video now trending on the internet and local TV channels…

President Bola Tinubu has urged all political officials in his administration who want to run for electoral office in the 2027 general election to resign on or before March 31, 2026. Ministers, ministers of state, special advisers to the president, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, directors-general, and chief executive officers of federal government parastatals, agencies, commissions, and government-owned businesses, as well as other presidential appointees, are among those affected. The directive, stated in a circular sent by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, is consistent with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act of…

Morocco has acknowledged the Confederation of African Football’s Appeal Board ruling following the disputed African Cup of Nations 2025 final. In a statement on its official website, the Fédération Royale Marocaine said its appeal was aimed at ensuring proper application of competition rules, not disputing the sporting merit of any team. “The Federation reiterates that its approach has always been grounded in respect for the rules and stability of African competitions,” it stated. The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football also applauded all participating nations, describing the tournament as significant for African football development. It stated that a detailed position would…

The Benin Traditional Council has announced that a queen may be removed from the palace for allowing social media personality Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, also known as Peller, to acquire “unauthorized access” to the Oba of Benin’s palace. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the council’s secretary, Frank Irabor, and distributed to the press on Tuesday. Peller, who is now on a statewide tour, paid a visit to the palace on March 6 and was met by various royal officials. The Council described the visit as a significant breach of protocol and a disrespect of the palace’s holy…

Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has refuted claims by human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore over what he described as transactional politics and activism. Sowore’s comment followed a viral video in which the activist criticized what he described as “transactional politics” among some regional agitators and influencers, accusing them of aligning with political actors for personal or material benefit. In the video, Sowore made reference to Igboho, suggesting that his recent political positions, including support for President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid, reflected what he termed “amala politics”—a colloquial expression often used to…

Senegal has rejected the decision of the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board awarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title to Morocco and confirmed it will challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Morocco was on Tuesday crowned champion of the 2025 AFCON after the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board overturned the result of the final against Senegal, ruling that the West African side forfeited the match following a walk-off during the game in Rabat on January 19. CAF stated that “the Senegal national team is declared to have forfeited the final match of…

Captain Bernardo Silva’s first-half red card proved crucial, as Vinicius Junior’s double assisted perennial winners Real Madrid in heaping more Champions League agony on Manchester City, putting Pep Guardiola’s side out of the competition for the third straight season. City faced a massive job in overcoming a 3-0 first-leg deficit at the last 16 stage, and while they began on the front foot with plenty of attacking energy, Silva’s first dismissal for City ended any hopes of a miraculous recovery. The Portuguese was standing on the goal line when he leant into Vinicius’ shot with his arm, and after a…

Morocco has been declared the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) overturned the outcome of their final loss to Senegal. A statement from CAF stated that Senegal are “declared to have forfeited the final match” with the “result of the match being recorded as 3-0 in favour” of Morocco. Senegal stormed off the field in protest at a penalty awarded against them before returning to beat hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time and win the Africa Cup of Nations amid farcical scenes in Sunday’s final. Midfielder Pape Gueye netted the 94th-minute…