Author: Vincent Osuwo

Residents of the Pankshin community in the Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State were gripped by fear on Tuesday after a man was discovered dead behind the Monday Market in the area. The discovery, made in the early hours of Tuesday, threw the community into confusion when residents noticed that certain parts of the deceased’s body had been severed. Some residents who confirmed the incident to the press in Jos on Tuesday said the identity of the deceased and the circumstances surrounding his death were still unknown. A resident, Johnson Dawul, said, “We woke up this morning to see…

A Tennessee death row inmate, Christa Pike, is conscious and speaking six days after surviving a botched execution. Pike’s lawyers revealed the development in a statement released on Tuesday, saying she remained in the hospital receiving critical medical care after surviving two doses of pentobarbital during the failed lethal injection. “Against all odds, Christa Pike is conscious, speaking, and continues to receive critical medical care. “Despite the severe damage she endured to her arms, she is still handcuffed and shackled to the bed. “Her recovery is medically unprecedented. Her prognosis remains unclear but, at a minimum, we expect a long…

Harry Kane marked his record-tying 125th England appearance with two goals as England eased to a Uefa Nations League win over the Czech Republic at Wembley. On the night he matched Peter Shilton, Kane reached a remarkable 91 goals for England—and he is now well on track to become the first player to hit a century for his country. England followed up their win over the Czech Republic in Prague and the superb 7-0 triumph in Croatia with another convincing performance that delighted head coach Thomas Tuchel and the home crowd. Kane played a part in England’s opener on 27…

Lionel Messi crowned his glittering Argentina career in fitting fashion, scoring against Benin on an emotional night in Buenos Aires. At 39, in his 208th and last international appearance, he slotted home a second-half penalty to claim his 126th goal for Argentina. Earlier, he had set up goals for Nicolas Otamendi and Nico Paz in a comfortable 3-0 friendly victory. Messi, who revealed his international retirement in August, completed the full 90 minutes before the sold-out crowd of 85,000 at the Monumental enjoyed a laser light show, live music, and presentations. He also gave a speech to the crowd lasting…

Mikel Merino came off the bench to score twice as world champions Spain fought back from a goal down to beat Croatia in the Nations League. Spain, under coach Luis de la Fuente, entered this match aiming for their 11th straight victory, yet they trailed in the 17th minute after Ivan Perisic scored with a header. Croatia had suffered a 7-0 hammering by England in their last Nations League outing, but a far better performance in this match earned them a standing ovation at half-time. Spain, though, was the stronger side after the interval and equalized in the 61st minute…

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has said that if he is elected to office in 2027, his administration will restore fuel subsidy. The former governor of Anambra State made this statement on Tuesday while speaking in an interview with the BBC. During his swearing-in on May 29, 2023, President Bola Tinubu had declared the removal of the fuel subsidy. The Presidency has continued to insist that removing the subsidy was in the best interest of the nation, even though top opposition figures such as Obi and former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate…

BBNaija Season 11 winner Temi Nkem Chigbue has officially received her grand prize, which includes a brand-new Hyundai SUV. On Sunday, October 4, Nkem was crowned the winner of the BBNaija “Show Ya Sef” Season 11, earning 25.87% of the total votes and beating fellow finalists Aikou, Sheba, Bluethopia, and others. Her entire prize package is worth N160 million, which includes a N90 million cash prize, a brand-new Hyundai SUV, and other rewards from the show’s sponsors. Nkem’s win represents yet another significant milestone for female winners on the show, joining the likes of Mercy Eke, Phyna, Ilebaye, and Imisi.…

US President Donald Trump has attributed the widespread student protests in France to “mass migration” and Islam, advancing his global right-wing message as difficult midterm elections loom at home. “What’s happening in France is nothing less than out-of-control mass migration. This isn’t about schools; this is about Islam wanting to take over a once great country!” Trump said in a post on Truth Social. Since late September, French students have blocked the entrances of hundreds of high schools nationwide, demanding better conditions in protests that have occasionally erupted into clashes with security forces. On Tuesday, a quarter of a million…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for the immediate release of outstanding funds under its 2026 budget, saying timely financing is critical to the seamless execution of preparations for the 2027 general elections. Prof. Joash Amupitan, the INEC Chairman, issued this appeal on Tuesday while speaking at a World Press Conference held ahead of the elections. Amupitan stated that getting ready for the elections demanded “robust financial backing and fiscal discipline”, and noted that the Federal Government had kept releasing the commission’s statutory budgetary allocations. He added, though, that INEC was still waiting for the remaining funds to…

Squadron Leader Ahamefule Aham Man-Ugwueje, one of the pilots of the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft, NAF 931, which crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday, got married in an elaborate ceremony in Abuja two weeks before the accident. Man-Ugwueje tied the knot with Flight Lieutenant Damilola Adekunle on September 19, 2026, according to details of the wedding invitation and posts by vendors involved in the ceremony. According to information on his Facebook profile, Man-Ugwueje’s hometown is listed as Umuahia, Abia State, while Abuja is listed as his current town/city. The aircraft, which had 25 people on board, including five…