Author: Vincent Osuwo

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been eliminated from the Paris 2024 Olympics after losing 3:1 to Japan on Wednesday. Maika Hamano and Mina Tanaka put Japan up early on, and Hikaru Kitagawa added another goal after Jennifer Echegini believed she had given the Super Falcons a lifeline. Nadeshiko Japan finished second in Group B, two points behind world champions Spain, who defeated Brazil 2:0. Echegini replaced Esther Okoronkwo in the lineup, and her magnificent goal was the lone bright spot in another below-par performance by Randy Waldrum’s team. Japan broke the deadlock in the 21st minute by capitalising on…

Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia’s daughter, Aribemchukwu, popularly called Chuchu, has been killed. Aribemchukwu was reportedly killed in her Parkview Estate residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State on Wednesday morning. According to a family source who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the current state of the family, she was killed last night, and her body was discovered this morning outside the gate of her residence. “It would appear that new household staff might have been responsible and tried to stage as if she was outside when it happened. “There are signs of an attempt to clean up…

Telecommunications giant MTN has resumed nationwide operations after a nationwide shutdown on Tuesday. The temporary closure was in response to massive customer outrage and vandalism caused by the termination of users who did not link their SIM cards to their National Identification Numbers. On Wednesday, MTN announced its return to operations through X (previously Twitter), announcing that its physical stores would be open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. “Y’ello customer, please note that our shops nationwide will be open today, 31 July. Operating hours: 8.00 am–3:00 pm. We are also available 24/7 to support you via digital channels,” the…

Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, expressed worries on Wednesday about the planned hunger protest scheduled for August 1-10, warning that the demonstrations could be hijacked by bandits and insurgents.  He said that instead of protesting, Nigerians engage the government in different ways to ensure that the current administration keeps its promises. “Government is weary of the dangers associated with protests that are vulnerable to being highjacked by bandits, insurgents, and other criminals. “Rather, we request that dialogue be advanced, and we remain open to such,” Akume said while briefing journalists and media executives at the…

Ahead of the hunger protest, which is set to commence on Thursday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has insulted organisers for staging the rally while they continue to eat.  Akpabio made the disclosure on Tuesday while speaking to Niger Delta Development Commission delegates in Rivers State. The Senate President, who appears to be upset over the planned protest, stated that the Niger-Delta people are not prepared for a regime change, citing the commission’s MD’s comments. “All of us feel the impact of what is happening now. But we are aware it will be for a short while. MD, I want to…

The children of famous Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu have confirmed her death and provided details about her final moments. “It is with heavy hearts that I and my brother wish to announce the passing of our mother, the much loved Onyeka Onwenu,” her children wrote in a statement signed by her sons, Abraham and Tijani Ogunlende, on Wednesday. “She passed away last night, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria,” they said. Onyeka Onwenu instructed family how to bury her Onwenu had just completed a performance at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoli when she was suddenly…

Three years ago, veteran Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu outlined her intentions for how she wanted to be remembered and buried.  The legendary artist, known for her loud voice and advocacy, died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at Mrs. Stella Okoli’s birthday party. “Do it quickly, quietly, and privately,” Onwenu stated in an opinion piece on Premium Times in 2021, emphasising that her burial should be sans unnecessary fanfare. She instructed her loved ones to “mourn, yes, but not excessively,” and to instead focus on celebrating her life with prayers and lighthearted moments. “Celebrate…

Adegbolu Abiogemo Adefunmi, also known as Oba Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II, the leader of Oyotunji African Village in Beaufort County, South Carolina, USA, was allegedly stabbed to death by his sister during a heated argument. According to ABC News 4, the incident occurred on Monday, July 29, 2024. According to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, the stabbing was reported around 2:45 p.m. in the village on Bryant Lane. The 47-year-old man was brought to a neighbouring hospital, but he eventually died of his injuries.

Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has offered his condolences on the loss of music star Onyeka Onwenu, calling her a gift to her generation.  Onwenu was believed to have died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after she slumped at Stella Okoli’s birthday party. In a press statement on Tuesday, the governor described the late singer as “one of Nigeria’s most versatile music exports.” “Onwenu was a gift to her generation—sonorous, enigmatic, and enchanting. Hers was a gift well deserving, as she serenaded all with her voice, soothing both the old and the young with melodious, evergreen tunes.…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, interrogated Jalal Arabi, the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, over alleged mismanagement of the 2024 Hajj exercise funds, among others. Our source learned that Arabi came to the EFCC’s offices in Jabi, Abuja, at 10 a.m. and was grilled for hours by EFCC investigators. An source, who desired anonymity due to the sensitivity of the situation, told our correspondent that Jabi’s questioning was spurred by petitions filed against him. The source said, “He was invited to the commission’s office to explain how his commission spent the N90bn subsidy…