Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami (SAN) at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the hearing and judgment of their bail application. Justice Emeka Nwite, the trial judge, also ordered the remand of his co-defendants, including his son Abubakar Malami and one of his wives, Bashir Asabe. Justice Nwite issued the order following arguments from the defense team led by Joseph Daudu (SAN) and the prosecution lawyer, Ekele Iheneacho (SAN). Malami and his co-defendants are facing a 16-count money laundering indictment filed by…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, arraigned the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami. The Malamis were arraigned before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, over alleged money laundering offenses to the tune of N8,713,923,759.49 (eight billion, seven hundred and thirteen million, nine hundred and twenty-three thousand, seven hundred and fifty-nine naira, and forty-nine kobo). According to a statement signed by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, “The…

Mrs. Regina Akume, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Gboko/Tarka Federal Constituency, has urged her husband, Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, to “come back to Christianity,” citing his Christian faith as the foundation of his rise and achievements. Mrs. Akume made the statements at the wedding reception for the SGF’s son, which took place on Sunday in Makurdi, Benue. Idoma Television released a video of her words on Monday, which eventually went viral on social media. Senator Akume, a former governor of Benue State, also celebrated his 72nd birthday last weekend. In…

Olympique Lyonnais have announced the arrival of Brazilian international forward Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa after reaching an agreement with Real Madrid for a paid loan move until the end of the season. In a Tuesday statement titled “Endrick joins OL until the end of the season,” the French club announced, “Olympique Lyonnais is delighted to announce that an agreement has been reached with Real Madrid for the arrival of Brazilian international forward Endrick, on a paid loan worth up to €1 million, until the end of the season.” Lyon described the 19-year-old as a player already shaped by elite competition,…

Atletico Madrid on Monday announced the demise at 91 of club legend Enrique Collar, who captained the team to a league title and three cup successes in the 1960s. “The red and white family loses a symbol who gave everything to take Atletico Madrid to the pinnacle of national and continental football,” the club said in a statement. The left winger scored 105 goals in 470 appearances for Atletico Madrid between 1953 and 1969 and captained the side for 10 years in the 1960s, making him the club’s longest-serving skipper. Collar was on the scoresheet as Atletico defeated rivals Real…

An explosion, on Tuesday, rattled the General Hospital, Bagudo, Kebbi State. Confirming the incident, the state police command, however, said no casualty was recorded. The explosion was alleged to have struck the hospital in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident, which caused panic among residents, was confirmed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, who stated that security personnel quickly controlled the area to prevent additional threats. “The Kebbi State Police Command wishes to assure members of the public that we have full control of the security situation following the explosion at the General Hospital, Bagudo,” Usman…

Forbes has recognized Beyoncé as a billionaire, positioning her as the fifth artist to enter its ranking of the world’s richest individuals. According to Forbes, the American artist has become part of a select group of musicians with 10-figure net worths, which includes Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, and her spouse Jay-Z, whom the publication values at $2.5bn (£1.85bn). At the beginning of this month, Forbes valued Beyoncé’s net worth at $800 million (£593 million) and forecasted that she would reach billionaire status for the first time after years of achievement. Her 2023 Renaissance World Tour earned close to $600m,…

President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected Russia’s claims that Ukraine carried out a drone strike on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences and accused Moscow of attempting to obstruct peace negotiations. Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov asserted that Kyiv initiated an overnight assault with 91 long-range drones targeting Putin’s official residence in the northwestern Novgorod region of Russia. Russia announced it would reassess its stance in peace talks. The location of Putin during the alleged attack remains uncertain. Zelensky rejected the assertion as “standard Russian falsehoods,” aimed at providing the Kremlin with a reason to persist in its assaults on Ukraine. He…

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has undergone a minor heart operation. The ex-Chelsea manager was found to have atrial fibrillation, an issue that influences the heart’s rhythm, with Italian sources stating it was a standard procedure. The club anticipates that the 66-year-old will resume his usual responsibilities in the coming days. In June 2025, Sarri was named manager of Lazio for the second time. Lazio are in eighth place in Serie A, having secured six victories from 17 games, and will face Napoli at home on Sunday (11:30 GMT). Sarri started coaching at minor Italian clubs while also working as a…

South Africa secured their spot in the knockout round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a thrilling 3-2 win against Zimbabwe in Marrakech. In a seesaw match, Oswin Appollis’ late penalty allowed Bafana Bafana to secure second place in Group B, trailing Egypt, who had drawn their last game 0-0 against Angola, while Zimbabwe was eliminated in fourth. South Africa got off to a rapid start against their rivals, taking the lead after seven minutes when Tshepang Moremi’s shot deflected off Divine Lunga to sail over the helpless goalkeeper Washington Arubi. Zimbabwe reacted impressively, as Tawanda Maswanhise…