Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has revealed that Nollywood star Olanrewaju James, also known as Baba Ijesha, has been added to the Lagos State Sex Offenders Register after serving his sentence for sexually assaulting a juvenile. Chronicle NG reports that Baba Ijesha, who was convicted in 2021, was sentenced to prison for assaulting a 14-year-old girl. A widely distributed but unverified video seen by our journalist on Saturday showed the actor sitting in a vehicle shortly after being released, looking relieved, and stating that he needed to rest. The Lagos State Government’s statement came after claims that…

The FCT Police Command has responded to Lieutenant AM Yarima’s pursuit by unidentified men in two unmarked Hilux vans in Kubwa on Sunday evening, with the officer attempting to flee. Military sources have revealed that the incident involving the passengers of the vehicles chasing Yarima from the NIPCO Station off the Kubwa Motorway to Gado Nasco Road is being probed. Reacting to the report, SP Josephine Adeh, spokesperson of the police command, said, “The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to publications circulating on social media alleging an attempted assassination on Lt. Ahmed Yerima. “The Command wishes…

Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has confirmed that he will join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, November 19. Speaking to journalists on Saturday, the governor reaffirmed his decision to abandon the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in favor of the ruling party. Kefas stated that the defection “has to do with the destiny of Taraba people” and indicated that he expects many visitors to the official ceremony. “There is going to be a major shift and alignment on November 19,” he said. “I will officially transition from PDP to APC. It is a movement that has to do with…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has apologized over Nigeria’s loss to DR Congo in the World Cup qualification playoff. Nigeria’s campaign ended with a 4-3 penalty defeat after a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The result means that the Super Eagles will miss the World Cup for the second consecutive year. Speaking through a statement on his verified X page on Sunday, Nwabali wrote, “painful!” We all did our best for the badge, though our best wasn’t enough. I was once a fan and understand how it feels giving you a disappointing night. We…

Eric Chelle, Nigeria’s coach, has accused a DR Congo staff member of “voodoo” during the penalty shootout in Sunday’s World Cup playoff in Rabat, in which the Super Eagles were eliminated from contention for the 2026 tournament. The term “voodoo” is generally used to describe a variety of traditional spiritual or ritual activities, although it is sometimes used incorrectly or misleadingly in athletic contexts. Players, coaches, or spectators may allege that opponents utilize it to affect the outcome of a game, implying that supernatural powers rather than ability or strategy were to blame for the outcome. Nigeria’s campaign ended with…

Nigerian Navy officer Lt. A.M. Yarima, who recently had a confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday evening. According to military sources, Yarima was pursued by unidentified guys clothed in black and driving two unmarked Hilux vans with no number plates. The vehicles allegedly followed him from the NIPCO Filling Station near the Line Expressway to Gado Nasco Way. According to the source, the soldier took note pf the threat and performed a “strategic maneuver,” successfully eluding the accused perpetrators. The event apparently took place at 6:30 p.m. The…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been named among the three finalists for the CAF Player of the Year award. Osimhen, the Galatasaray forward who won the honor in 2023, will compete with Mohamed Salah (Egypt/Liverpool) and Achraf Hakimi (Morocco/Paris Saint-Germain) for Africa’s top individual prize. The Confederation of African Football announced on Sunday evening the shortlist for the prize, which was last won by Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman. In the women’s division, Rasheedat Ajibade of Nigeria made the final shortlist. She will compete for the honor alongside Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy. The CAF Awards 2025 will take place…

Troy Parrott scored a hat-trick as the Republic of Ireland rallied from behind to defeat Hungary and advance to the World Cup play-offs in a dramatic manner. After a shock 2-0 victory over Portugal on Thursday, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side needed a win in Budapest to earn a spot in the playoffs. Daniel Lukacs’ fourth-minute header gave Hungary the perfect start, and while Troy Parrott’s penalty drew Ireland level, Barnabas Varga’s magnificent strike restored Hungary’s lead before halftime. In a tense second half, Parrott’s exquisite goal 10 minutes from time gave the Republic of Ireland new hope. And, after Hungary goalkeeper…

Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves both scored hat-tricks as Portugal easily qualified for the 2026 World Cup by defeating Armenia. A surprising loss to the Republic of Ireland in their previous match, during which captain Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off, meant they needed to win on Sunday to guarantee qualification. Renato Veiga headed home early after a free kick from Manchester United midfielder Fernandes. Eduard Spertsyan equalized for Armenia with a close-range strike in the 18th minute, but Portugal gained control after that. Goncalo Ramos scored 10 minutes later, followed by Neves’ second goal of the game from a free…

Sheikh Gumi, a popular Islamic cleric, has reacted angrily to those clamoring for his arrest for his ongoing commentary on banditry and national security. For years, the Islamic cleric has positioned himself as a go-between for the government and bandit organizations, earning both public favor and condemnation. Some of his adversaries have accused him of protecting bandits and terrorists by urging the government to talk with them rather than using full force. In a statement posted on Facebook on Sunday, the cleric defended his interactions with the gunman, referring to his opponents as “spineless, irresponsible, and unpatriotic imbecilic people” who…