Author: Vincent Osuwo

Professor Wole Soyinka has urged President Bola Tinubu to exercise caution in his approach to regional security, internal governance, and the use of state protection for privileged individuals. The Nobel laureate spoke at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism Awards in Lagos on Monday. All of this was documented in a now-viral four-minute, 25-second video posted on Tuesday night by #Nigeriastories on X. Soyinka recounts a recent encounter in Ikoyi, Lagos State, that left him surprised by what he saw as an ostentatious display of state security. He recalled seeing “an excessively large security battalion assigned to a…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday refuted claims that its operatives raided the Abuja residence of former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, insisting that the property was only marked as part of an ongoing investigation. The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, told the press that the operation at Sylva’s Maitama property was a routine investigative procedure and not a raid. “What happened on those premises was not a raid. As an operational principle, we do not conduct raids. What happened on the premises of Sylva was some markings of buildings that…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) after he failed to meet the bail conditions earlier granted to him. According to a senior EFCC official, who confirmed the development on Tuesday, Malami would remain in custody until he fulfills the requirements. “We arrested him for not meeting his bail conditions, and he will remain in our custody until he meets those conditions,” the official said. Another EFCC source also confirmed the former minister’s detention, noting that he is being investigated for multiple offenses. “He is presently in our custody. He…

Chelsea’s chances of securing automatic qualification for the Champions League knockout stage suffered a setback as Atalanta rallied to claim victory in Bergamo. Both teams entered this match with the same records in the league stage of this tournament, achieving three wins, one draw, and one loss for a total of 10 points. For significant stretches, there was not much distinction between them in this match, although Chelsea took the lead in the first half when Joao Pedro directed Reece James’ cross into the net. However, Atalanta consistently appeared dangerous in attack, as ex-Charlton and Everton forward Ademola Lookman created…

Dominik Szoboszlai’s penalty in the 88th minute secured a vital victory for Liverpool against Inter Milan in the Champions League. The lead-up to the confrontation was largely overshadowed by Mohamed Salah’s absence from the Reds squad, following his statement that the club had “thrown him under the bus” and his deteriorating relationship with manager Arne Slot. With the Egypt forward sidelined at Liverpool, Szoboszlai took the crucial late penalty after a video assistant referee (VAR) review ruled that Alessandro Bastoni had pulled Florian Wirtz’s shirt in the area. Goalkeeper Yann Sommer went the correct way, but the strength of the…

The Peoples Democratic Party has shown sympathy for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for joining the All Progressives Congress, asserting that his political troubles are self-inflicted, saying that he consciously chose the route that resulted in his present situation. PDP National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong stated in a message issued on Tuesday that the Rivers crisis reveals a fractured democracy where influential figures dominate institutions and employ federal resources to suppress rivals. Fubara declared in Port Harcourt on Tuesday that he, together with some of his appointees and supporters, had departed the PDP for the APC after meeting President Bola…

Bayern Munich teenage sensation Lennart Karl scored for the third Champions League game in a row as the Bundesliga giant came from behind to beat Sporting. The 17-year-old made history as the youngest player to accomplish the feat in the tournament, scoring with a powerful near-post strike to give the hosts the lead midway through the second half. Sporting took the lead nine minutes into the second half due to an own goal by Joshua Kimmich, who slipped while attempting to intercept Ivan Fresneda’s cross during a quick counterattack. Bayern equalized 10 minutes later when Serge Gnabry was left entirely…

The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governor announced his defection at a stakeholders meeting held at the government house in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. He joined a host of his colleagues who have defected to the APC this year. His defection comes a few days after sixteen members of the Rivers State House of Assembly announced their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Martin Awaewhule, speaker of the assembly, announced the defection during plenary on Friday. Amaewhule…

The Senate has authorized President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin to assist in restoring peace and stability following last weekend’s attempted coup. The endorsement was revealed on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the plenary session, after examining the president’s letter in the Committee of the Whole, as stipulated by Section 5, Part II of the Constitution. Lawmakers unanimously approved the deployment, thereby providing parliamentary authorization for the regional security operation. Akpabio praised the decision as prompt, emphasizing that disturbances in any adjacent nation could swiftly unsettle the larger region. “An injury…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is celebrating her 46th birthday, reflecting on her personal journey and praying for continued guidance, wisdom, and protection for her family, friends, and constituents. In a statement on Facebook on Tuesday, the senator thanked God for the grace and strength that have defined her life so far. Natasha wrote, “Dear God, as I turn 46 today, I thank You for grace, strength, and growth. Bless my journey ahead with wisdom, courage, and compassion. “Keep my family, friends, constituents, and all well-wishers safe, and may You keep my path aligned with purpose. Amen.” Akpoti-Uduaghan also emphasized in a…