Author: Vincent Osuwo

Former Manchester City and the Ivory Coast star Yaya Toure has described the Super Eagles as the standout national team at the recently concluded African Cup of Nations tournament. Eric Chelle’s high-scoring team enjoyed a remarkable unbeaten streak in the tournament until their unfortunate semifinal defeat to the host nation, Morocco, losing 4-2 on penalties, having scored 14 goals while conceding just four. They finished the tournament with a third-place finish after defeating Egypt in a penalty shootout. In an interview with Bleacher Report Football on Monday, Touré, a four-time African Footballer of the Year, commented on the tournament’s overall…

The Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State has ordered the immediate closure of Abu Sinan High School in the Sabon Layi community over safety concerns. The decision was reportedly issued on Monday during an on-site inspection conducted by Sani Garkuwa, the Deputy Chairman of the LGA, who noted that the school’s structure did not adhere to approved building plan criteria. In a statement provided to our correspondent on Tuesday and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mercy Kachollom Chuwang, LGA Chairman John Christopher acknowledged the development. “Cracks were observed in the beams and walls, posing a serious safety…

The Kano State Government will soon commence the trial of suspects linked to the killing of a housewife and her six children at Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters. This follows the Kano state government’s announcement that it would take over the prosecution of the case after widespread public outrage over the tragic incident. The suspects allegedly broke into the residence of Haruna Bashir, killing his wife, Fatima Abubakar, and her six children. Three suspects—Umar Auwalu, 23; Isyaku Yakubu (also known as Chebe), 40; and Yakubu Abdulaziz (also known as Wawo), 21—were subsequently arrested in connection with the crime. Speaking at a press…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued travel and safety advice to prospective corps members in the 2026 Batch A Stream I, asking them to put their safety first when traveling to their orientation camps. According to a statement on the NYSC NDHQ’s X handle on Tuesday, NYSC advised, “Corps members must undertake their journeys only during the daytime, warning against night travel due to increased security and road safety risks.” According to the advisory, “Prospective corps members are encouraged to use registered transport companies and approved motor parks to reduce exposure to unsafe travel conditions.” The NYSC also…

The Kogi State Government on Monday launched two HP-20 State Asset Drones to bolster initiatives against insecurity, such as banditry, throughout the state. Governor Usman Ododo, who inaugurated the drones at the Chari Maigumeri Barracks, characterized the initiative as an essential measure for maintaining peace and preventing criminals from gaining any ground in the state. A government statement indicated that the unveiling event in Lokoja attracted leading military leaders, security stakeholders, and government representatives, signifying an important milestone in Ododo’s technology-focused security initiative. During the event, Ododo emphasized the drones’ features, pointing out that they come with sophisticated surveillance, monitoring,…

Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Advisor, has refuted an online report that claimed his mother passed away on Monday, calling it inaccurate and deceptive. After getting a lot of calls and messages from sympathizers, the NSAclarified the matter in a statement that was released on his verified X profile on Tuesday. The explanation came after media reports said that Mamma Ribadu had passed away at the age of 86. The NSA and Sani Ribadu, the Emir of Fufore in Adamawa State, both regarded her as a respected mother and matriarch. “I have been inundated with calls and messages from friends…

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have discovered an underground Boko Haram logistics depot filled with medical supplies, fuel, and other essential materials after taking over multiple terrorist hideouts in the Timbuktu Triangle region of Borno State. The finding came after a sequence of coordinated, intelligence-driven assaults carried out on Sunday throughout Chilaria, Garin Faruk, and Abirma, during which the forces also thwarted several drone strikes initiated by the terrorists. Lt. Col. Uba Sani, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, revealed this in a statement released on Monday. Sani reported that the mission, executed…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has expressed optimism that the collaboration between the party and the Obidient Movement will oust the All Progressives Congress (APC) from power in 2027. Former APC National Chairman Odigie-Oyegun gave a speech on Monday in Benin during the Obidient Movement’s mass defection into the ADC in Edo State. The announcement was made just weeks after Peter Obi, a former presidential contender for the Labour Party, officially joined the ADC. Odigie-Oyegun welcomed the Obidient Movement on Monday, saying that the movement’s entry into the party demonstrated Nigerians’ willingness to participate…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have climbed to 26th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, their highest position in 16 years, following a strong run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, AFCON. Morocco, the hosts, also made it into the top 10 for the first time since 1998, demonstrating the tournament’s enormous influence on African football. After winning the bronze in the continental championship, Eric Chelle’s team moved up 12 spots in the January 2026 FIFA rating, making them one of the greatest movers. They were ranked 21st in the world in May 2010, which was…

Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami (SAN) was on Monday arrested by operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS) shortly after his release from the Kuje Correctional Centre, Abuja. The Department of State Services apparently snatched him up as soon as he exited the institution. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission emphasized that Malami was not re-arrested. Officials with the Nigerian Correctional Service verified that Malami was released after completing his bail conditions. “He has been released. He perfected his bail conditions and was released this afternoon,” one official said. Another added, “He…