Author: Vincent Osuwo

Barcelona is back on top of the La Liga table for at least the next 24 hours after a hard-fought 3-1 win over Deportivo Alavés at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday afternoon. The Blaugrana got off to a poor start, conceding in the first minute, but Raphinha returned to the starting lineup with a vengeance and played a crucial part alongside Dani Olmo as the Catalans rallied from behind to record an important home victory. Less than a minute into the game, Alavés won a corner.  Marc Bernal failed to clear and instead sent the ball right into the danger…

Phil Foden scored twice as Manchester City regained ground in the Premier League title chase after nearly losing a two-goal lead against struggling Leeds. The result takes City into second place in the table after Saturday’s 3pm kick-offs, four points behind leaders Arsenal, while Leeds suffers their sixth defeat in seven top-flight games. However, it was far from an easy victory when Foden scored the first of his two goals with only 59 seconds remaining. City were in complete control after the England international converted Matheus Nunes’ cross, and Josko Gvardiol increased their lead in the 25th minute. And, against…

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami (SAN) has confirmed his release from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after being invited for interrogation. Malami posted on his X account early Saturday, confirming that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators. He emphasized that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” leveled against him would become clear. “In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for His divine intervention. “The engagement was successful, and I am eventually released while on an…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has made suggestions on the plausible involvement of Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Embaló in the coup that ravaged the country. Jonathan, speaking in a video interview obtained by Chronicle NG, claimed that the military takeover did not follow the typical pattern of a military coup. The former president had been to Guinea-Bissau as a member of the West African Elders Forum to observe the presidential and legislative elections. However, while observer missions from the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States, and other organizations were still performing their roles, the military took control. The development…

No fewer than three persons died, while one other escaped with injuries, in a tanker explosion and a fire incident recorded in Kano State on Friday, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The incidents were confirmed by the agency in a statement issued on Saturday and signed by ACFO Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, the Public Relations Officer. The tanker explosion happened on Friday, around 1:30 p.m., when a petrol tanker carrying 30,000 gallons of fuel crashed and exploded at the Kura Market crossroads on Zaria Road. The tanker, registered NGZ 250 XA, apparently knocked down a bicycle before catching fire.…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has stated that the recent military takeover in Guinea-Bissau is more distressing for him than his loss to former President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2015 presidential election. Jonathan, speaking in a video interview obtained by Chronicle NG, said the incident was especially alarming given his long-standing involvement in restoring democracy in the West African country. The former president had been to Guinea-Bissau as a member of the West African Elders Forum to observe the presidential and legislative elections. However, while observer missions from the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States, and other organizations…

Veteran Nollywood actor and cultural icon Lere Paimo has died at the age of 86. Piamo’s death was confirmed on Saturday by veteran entertainment journalist and Chairman of the Best of Nollywood Awards, Seun Oleketuyi, across his social media platforms. In a statement on Instagram, Oleketuyi wrote, “Chief Lere Paimo (MON) is dead. Baba died at age 86. “A strong man. Baba survived two strokes. “May Baba’s soul rest in peace.” However, his family had yet to confirm his death at the time of reporting this article. Paimo, also known as Eda Onileola, was one of the most significant characters…

A total of N56bn has been released as security votes to the governors of 14 northern states in the first nine months of 2025, findings reveal. The funds were released in response to the mounting killings, abductions, and other attacks on various Northern towns. On November 21, 315 children and 13 teachers were kidnapped from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State. The abduction occurred after terrorists seized 26 schoolgirls from the Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area, Kebbi State, on November 17. Bandits attacked the Palaita village, Erena Ward, Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has dismissed suggestions for negotiations with terrorists, arguing that Nigeria must take strong action and accept international support to combat the rising insecurity. Obasanjo, speaking at the Plateau State Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival in Jos, the state capital, on Friday, urged the Federal Government to cease apologizing and dealing with terrorists. His appointment comes amid an increase in killings, abductions, and other attacks on many Northern towns in recent weeks. On November 21, 315 kids and 13 instructors were taken from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State. The abduction occurred after terrorists…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Friday reserved judgment in the appeal and cross-appeal filed by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Akpoti-Uduaghan is fighting a lower court judgment in her petition to halt the Senate’s probe into her alleged misbehavior. A three-member panel of appellate court justices withheld judgment after attorneys for the parties adopted their processes and argued their cases for and against the appeals. The Senate President had petitioned the Court of Appeal to dispute the Federal High Court decision that nullified the suspension of Kogi Central Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpabio’s legal team had disputed…