Author: Vincent Osuwo

The US announced a visa ban targeting groups and individuals linked to the killings of Nigerian Christians in response to escalating violence and persecution. The US Department of State announced actions on Wednesday to combat what it called “mass killings and attacks against Christians in Nigeria.” The move indicates that the US is considering imposing visa restrictions on individuals and groups involved in the violence. “The United States is taking decisive action in response to the mass killings and attacks on Christians carried out by radical Islamic terrorists, Fulani militias, and other violent groups in Nigeria and beyond,” said Secretary…

Liverpool salvaged a 1-1 draw with Sunderland on Wednesday thanks to a deflected Florian Wirtz goal, but the defending Premier League winners put up another poor performance. The Reds appeared to be heading for another defeat after Chemsdine Talbi’s opening, but they battled their way back to secure a point thanks to a moment of magic from their German summer signing. Liverpool were uninspired once again in the first 45 minutes of the game, failing to create much in the final third, while Sunderland offered glimpses of the threat that has helped them enjoy such a positive start to the…

Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka were on target as Arsenal beat Brentford to restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table. Manager Mikel Arteta made three changes to his side that drew with Chelsea on Sunday, with Ben White, Noni Madueke, and captain Martin Odegaard coming in. It was White and Madueke who combined in the buildup at 11 minutes, with right-back White crossing for Arsenal’s makeshift forward Merino to head home. Merino plays regularly as Arsenal’s forward because of injuries to Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, and Viktor Gyokeres, and his goal was his 13th in…

Leeds ended a four-game losing streak, denting Chelsea’s Premier League title hopes in a comfortable 3-1 victory over the Blues. The Blues tumbled to fourth place, nine points behind leaders Arsenal, following a dismal performance at Elland Road. With manager Daniel Farke under pressure, the hosts dominated the first half, scoring twice, including the first Premier League goals for Jaka Bijol and Ao Tanaka. Chelsea recovered at the start of the second half, and halftime substitute Pedro Neto equalized in the 50th minute, but Enzo Maresca’s side suffered a major setback when they allowed a third goal in the 72nd…

The National Assembly on Wednesday called for the public identification and punishment of terrorists financers in Nigeria, as the Federal Government considers ways to confront the country’s escalating insecurity. During their plenary sessions, both the Senate and the House of Representatives advocated for the disclosure of terrorist funders as a means of resolving the country’s security crisis. As lawmakers examined modifications to the 2022 Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, the Senate also called for the death penalty for kidnappers and anybody who finances, assists, or provides information to them. The plan, backed by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, wants to categorize…

Gunmen suspected to be members of a cult group have abducted at least five students of the Rivers State University (RSU), Emohua Satellite Campus. Students who live off campus reportedly staged a protest last week in response to cultists’ ongoing harassment and attacks. For their protection, they had pleaded with the RSU administration to move them to the main campus in Port Harcourt. However, at a pre-convocation briefing on Monday, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, ruled out closing the Emohua campus or relocating students, saying the university was addressing security issues through discussions with community leaders, council officials, and…

Kylian  Mbappe scored twice as Real Madrid beat Athletic Club resoundingly to end a three-game winless run and move a point behind La Liga leaders Barcelona. Mbappe and Eduardo Camavinga put Xabi Alonso’s side in control by halftime before Mbappe scored his 16th league goal of the season to kill the contest. After providing his first assist since joining Real from Liverpool in the summer, Alexander-Arnold went off with an apparent leg issue in what was his fifth appearance since returning from a hamstring injury. Mbappe and Eduardo Camavinga put Xabi Alonso’s side in control by halftime, and Mbappe scored…

Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, met with Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and ongoing collaboration between the two countries. This was mentioned in a statement published by the Chinese Embassy in Abuja. Dunhai continued: “Through the joint efforts of both sides, the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic partnership has entered the fast track.” He emphasized China’s commitment to international cooperation, citing the country’s 15th Five-Year Plan, and stated, “China and Nigeria have always understood and supported each other on issues concerning each other’s core interests.” According to the statement, the envoy also stated that “China…

The former Minister of Defence Muhammad Badaru Abubakar has denied claims in some quarters that he resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s administration because he cannot stand the Nigerian government’s cooperation with the Donald Trump administration in the United States in addressing the allegation of genocide against Christians in Nigeria. Badaru stated this in an electronically signed declaration titled “Rejoinder: Categorical Denial Of Malicious Publication Regarding My Resignation As Minister of Defence.” He said, “My attention has been drawn to a malicious, false, and baseless publication circulating online, alleging that I stated I resigned as Minister of Defence because I “cannot…

Thirty-eight worshippers kidnapped by armed men in Kwara State have been safely reunited with their families after a coordinated rescue attempt spearheaded by federal and state officials. The victims, who were kidnapped during a religious gathering in Eruku, were returned to their village on Tuesday about 6:30 p.m., when emotional crowds gathered to see them after days in captivity. According to Prince Dada Sunday, Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman of Ekiti Local Government, the rescue was made possible by combined efforts by President Bola Tinubu, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, and the Office of the National Security Advisor. Prior…