Author: Vincent Osuwo

Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly stated they have returned the N100,000 Christmas bonus offered to them by the state’s governor, Sir Siminialayi Fubara. The Assembly, which described the N100,000 cash present as unsolicited and unapproved, said the governor had continued to spend Rivers’ money without regard for the law. However, state lawmakers rejected the money in a statement signed on Tuesday night by Hon. Enemi Alabo George, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions, and Complaints. George said, “Today, the 30th day of December 2025, honorable members of the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly received…

Terrorists attacked two Catholic priests at St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Unity Estate, in the Mararaba area of Nasarawa State. The attack took place in the early morning when the terrorists broke into the parish house around 2:30 a.m. and attacked the priests, while the parish priest was said to have escaped unharmed. The individuals were recognized as Rev. Fr. Comas Baye, the resident priest and a member of the Knights of St. John International (KSJI), along with Rev. Fr. Chris Pever, a guest priest and ex-assistant priest of the parish. It seems that you haven’t provided the text you want…

Liverpool’s set-piece coach, Aaron Briggs, has departed the club due to ongoing troubles in dead-ball situations this season. The decision comes after Arne Slot’s side conceded their 12th goal from a set piece this season in Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Wolves. After the win over Wolves, captain Virgil van Dijk stated that the club must improve from set pieces. He said, “The fact is we’ve conceded too many set-piece goals, and we don’t score enough. “It’s something we have to improve. I would say at least 75% of the time, or even more, it’s not even about the first contact.…

A transformed DR Congo secured a win against the already-eliminated Botswana in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) but had to accept second position in Group D. The Leopards had already secured a place in the knockout stage before the match in Rabat and started the last round of games trailing the leading Senegal on goal difference. Nathanael Mukau connected with Gael Kakuta’s clever backheel to score just after the 30-minute mark, and 10 minutes later, a penalty by ex-Chelsea player Kakuta increased the lead to 2-0 for the Central Africans. The penalty was given after Meschack Elia’s cross…

Tanzania came from behind to equalize with Tunisia in Group C at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), a result that ensured both teams advanced to the knockout stage. The Carthage Eagles, champions in 2004, required a point to clinch second place behind Nigeria, while the East Africans progressed as the final of the four best third-placed teams, surpassing Angola on goal difference. Ismael Gharbi had previously struck the left post and nearly caught Taifa Stars keeper Hussein Masalanga off his line from 45 yards before smoothly putting Tunisia in front from the penalty spot in the 43rd minute.…

Senegal topped Group D on goal difference after the 10-man Teranga Lions faced a nerve-wracking finish to their victory against Benin in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Tangier. The 2021 champions were ahead 1-0, and as DR Congo defeated Botswana 3-0, the group’s top position seemed set to be resolved by a drawing of lots. However, in the 62nd minute, Habib Diallo scored his team’s second goal from a Sadio Mane assist, guaranteeing they took the lead by a goal. Senegal players and supporters anxiously wished for DR Congo to remain scoreless until Cherif Ndiaye successfully converted…

Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo, who is close to transferring to Manchester City, assisted on two goals and gave away a penalty in a tumultuous 2-2 tie against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The 25-year-old is in detailed negotiations regarding a £65m transfer to Etihad Stadium but played for the Cherries, assisting two goals with long throw-ins for David Brooks and Justin Kluivert to finish. His initial throw resulted in Brooks netting a goal from a short distance in the sixth minute. Chelsea leveled the score and then took the lead after Semenyo fouled Estevao Willian in the penalty area. Referee Sam…

Arsenal netted four goals in the second half, overpowering Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium to finish the year five points ahead in the Premier League. Centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes, starting for the first time since his injury recovery in November, scrambled the ball in from a typical corner in the 48th minute to put Arsenal ahead, and despite the Villa players’ protests for a foul on their goalkeeper Emi Martinez, the goal was upheld. The Gunners then increased their advantage when captain Martin Odegaard regained possession in midfield and delivered a superb pass to Martin Zubimendi, who slotted it past Martinez.…

Nigeria upheld their flawless record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-1 win against Uganda in their last Group C game at the Fez Stadium in Morocco on Tuesday. Paul Onuachu netted the first goal in the 28th minute, finishing from short distance after connecting with a low cross from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru to provide the Super Eagles with a well-deserved lead at halftime. Nigeria controlled much of the initial phase, generating numerous opportunities, while Uganda found it difficult to handle the three-time champion’s speed and agility. The Super Eagles increased their intensity following the break and doubled…

President Bola Tinubu announced on Tuesday that the new tax laws, including those adopted on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts set to go into effect on January 1, 2026, will be implemented as planned. Tinubu said in a written statement that the reforms are “a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive, and robust fiscal foundation” for the country. The President clarified that the new laws are not intended to increase taxes but to support a structural reset, drive harmonization, and protect dignity while strengthening the social contract. He urged all stakeholders to support the implementation phase, which…