Author: Vincent Osuwo

FIFA President Gianni Infantino blasted “some Senegal players” for the “unacceptable scene” that clouded their triumph in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final, when they walked off the field in protest of a penalty granted to Morocco. “We strongly condemn the actions of some ‘supporters,’ as well as Senegalese players and technical personnel. It is unacceptable to leave the field of play in this manner,” Infantino told AFP. “It is unacceptable to leave the field of play in this manner, and equally, violence cannot be tolerated in our sport; it is simply not right.” The African football pinnacle event was…

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a complete investigation into the gruesome murder of a housewife, Fatima Abubakar, and her six children in Kano State. In a statement made on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President condemned the attack, calling it cruel, and expressed condolences to the dead family. “The President condemned the action as barbaric and condoled with the bereaved family over the tragedy,” the statement said. Tinubu also applauded the police for the swift arrest of the principal suspects and directed security agencies to ensure diligent prosecution. “The President commended the police…

Staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Area (FCDA) began an indefinite strike action on Monday, shutting down offices and halting operations across the territory. Employees of the Federal Capital Territory Administration and the Federal Capital Development Authority began a strike on Monday, halting governmental operations throughout Abuja. Our reporter, who arrived at the FCTA Secretariat at 8:10 a.m., noticed a strong security presence at the entrance, with members of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and the Nigeria Police Force positioned at the gate. Employees were prohibited from accessing the site. The strike…

The Ijaw National Congress (INC) stated that the people of Rivers State are against the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning the state Assembly loyal to ex-governor, Nyesom Wike, to shelve the plan. In the same vein, the Rivers State Elders and Leaders Council strongly condemned the Martin Amaewhule-led state House of Assembly over its ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu. The groups warned that the plot is likely to fail and accused the lawmakers of pursuing selfish interests under the guise of constitutional procedure. The INC described the impeachment as an exercise in…

Marcus Rashford came off the bench and netted for Barcelona, but the La Liga leaders were defeated in a thrilling match against Real Sociedad. The England striker leveled the score with a header in the 70th minute in San Sebastian—marking his eighth goal in total since arriving on loan from Manchester United—to negate Mikel Oyarzabal’s volley. However, Barcelona were equal for under a minute before Goncalo Guedes netted the decisive goal. In a thrilling match, Barcelona received a penalty that was later revoked and had three goals ruled out, while Dani Olmo struck the post on two occasions. Fermin Lopez,…

Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has refuted allegations of unfair officiating in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal between hosts Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea, who talked in a viral video of himself receiving flowers after landing at Ghana’s Accra airport, called the match the tournament’s most difficult due to the huge stakes involved. Morocco overcame Nigeria 4-2 on penalties following a goalless draw for 120 minutes in the semifinals in Rabat, advancing to the championship against Senegal. The setback terminated the Super Eagles’ fourth AFCON title bid, but they went on to win bronze in the third-place match. Speaking to…

Atiku Abubakar has expressed sadness over the killing of a woman and her six children in Kano’s Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, calling the tragedy senseless and unacceptable. In a statement issued on Sunday, Atiku expressed his heartbreak over the incident and offered his sympathies to the departed family and impacted community. “I am heartbroken by the gruesome killing of a mother and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano. This senseless violence against innocent Nigerians is unacceptable. My thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family and community,” he said. The former vice president also questioned the effectiveness of current security…

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…