Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Ebonyi State Police Command promised to continue investigations into the death of Mary Habila, a 26-year-old nurse who passed away at the residence of the minister of works, David Umahi. The command’s spokesperson, Joshua Ukandu, stated that investigators got a distress call on the day Habila passed away, indicating a medical emergency at the David Umahi Federal Teaching Hospital in Uburu. Ukandu stated that Habila had passed away prior to her arrival at the hospital, leading the state commissioner of police to move the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a more thorough investigation. Police reported that…

The family of Mary Habila, a 26-year-old nurse who passed away at the residence of the minister of works, David Umahi, has requested an Ebonyi State court to dismiss the police probe into her demise. They have likewise denied permission for an autopsy on her body. Her father, Tanko Habila, submitted the request in an affidavit dated July 13th and presented it to the High Court of Justice in Ebonyi State. He mentioned that the family did not believe there was any wrongdoing in her death. “While I welcome steps being taken to unravel the cause of my daughter’s death,…

The English Football Association has reiterated its backing for head coach Thomas Tuchel after England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. The defeat denied England a spot in their first men’s World Cup final since 1966, even after they took an early lead, but Argentina netted twice late to secure a final against Spain. Despite the backlash concerning Tuchel’s late-game substitutions, the FA is confidently supporting the German, who is anticipated to stay in leadership until UEFA Euro 2028. Tuchel agreed to a two-year contract extension in February after becoming England manager in January…

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford prepared detailed notes on how to save penalties from Argentina players ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, but the goalkeeper never got to use them after his side lost 2-1 in normal time. The text, glued to Pickford’s water bottle, was found by Argentina’s players, including Lionel Messi, while they celebrated their comeback victory on Wednesday night. England took the lead with Anthony Gordon, but Enzo Fernandez equalized for Argentina, who then added two late goals to secure their spot in Sunday’s final against Spain, thus avoiding a penalty shootout. A Talk Sport report…

Argentina coach, Lionel Scaloni, stated his team sensed England had lost confidence after taking the lead in Wednesday’s FIFA World Cup semi-final match. This came as he believed that the reigning champions used the momentum shift to secure a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory and a second straight participation in the final. England took the lead through Anthony Gordon before Argentina equalised with a long-range shot from Enzo Fernández. In stoppage time, Lautaro Martínez scored from Lionel Messi’s pass to secure the victory. Speaking about the match, Scaloni said: “The opponent doubted themselves a bit. We smelled blood and went for…

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has surpassed Spain’s Lamine Yamal as the most successful dribbler at the 2017 FIFA World Cup. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner accomplished the feat during Argentina’s 2-1 comeback triumph over England in Wednesday’s semi-final. Messi put on another outstanding display, completing nine successful dribbles and delivering two assists as goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez clinched Argentina’s spot in the World Cup final. According to official FIFA World Cup statistics released on Wednesday, the 39-year-old now has 24 successful dribbles, surpassing Yamal’s total of 22. Vinicius Junior of Brazil is third on the list, with…

Defending champions Argentina will play Spain in the final of the 2026 World Cup, following their stunning comeback win against England on Wednesday night. The defending champions were one goal down after Anthony Gordon’s opening goal in the second half. However, Argentina, inspired by their talisman Lionel Messi, fought back to win the game. Lionel Messi rolled a pass into Enzo Fernandez to smash in the equalizer, before crossing to Lautaro Martinez to head in the winner. For the Thomas Tuchel-led England, the 60-year wait to win the World Cup continues and they will now play France in the third-place play-off. The…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the permanent forfeiture of 48 assets linked to the former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ruled in Abuja on Wednesday that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had proven the reasonable suspicion necessary by law to warrant the forfeiture of the assets. The judge determined that Malami, along with his relatives and businesses associated with the properties, did not succeed in refuting the commission’s claim that the assets were obtained through illegal activities. Prior to issuing the main ruling,…

Nigerian rapper Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has criticised the Federal Government’s spending priorities, describing the ruling party’s “Emi Lokan” campaign slogan as the most absurd thing he has ever encountered. Falz stated this during an interview with Arise Television correspondents on Tuesday, where he took issue with government officials citing pressure on the administration as an excuse for unmet promises. The entertainer questioned the rationale behind heavy expenditure on vehicles and jets while insecurity persisted across the country. “If you look at what has been spent on acquiring new vehicles, acquiring jets, and acquiring all these things and…

Mohammed Ngoshe, a former Assistant Director-General of the Department of State Services, DSS, disclosed how security personnel compelled the abductors of Oriire Local Government Area students and teachers in Oyo State to free their hostages by encircling their refuge and blocking their supply routes. Ngoshe, during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and various security agencies for their successful rescue mission, encouraging Nigerians to recognize their contributions. He rejected the claims that the government and security agencies lacked transparency regarding the operation, asserting that the focus should be on praising the…