Author: Vincent Osuwo

Alberto Fujimori, Peru’s former president who ruled with an iron hand before serving 16 years in prison for crimes against humanity, died on Wednesday at the age of 86 in the capital Lima. “After a long battle with cancer, our father, Alberto Fujimori, has just departed to meet the Lord,” his children Keiko, Hiro, Sachie, and Kenj wrote on social media platform X. Fujimori, who led Peru from 1990 to 2000, was freed from prison on humanitarian grounds in December, two-thirds of the way through a 25-year term for crimes against humanity committed during his tenure. He played an important…

The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 38-year-old man in the state’s Karu Local Government Area, who committed himself in response to his wife’s alleged adultery.  The deceased, Gabriel Iliya Magaji, of the Masaka region in the LGA, is believed to have committed suicide on Monday due to the situation. DSP Nansel Ramhan, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident to the press on Wednesday in Lafia. He said, “On Monday, around 7 am, a report was lodged by a staff member of Crystal School Masaka, in our office in Masaka Division, that an…

The Oyo State Police Command has announced the release of Benedict Akika, who was kidnapped from his home in Idi Ape, Olorunda-Aba, Lagelu Local Government Area, by suspected gunmen.   The command’s spokesperson, Adéwálé Osifeso, reported that the abducted Peoples Democratic Party chieftain was released Wednesday. The PDP chieftain’s release was detailed in a statement provided to reporters on Thursday. On September 4, 2024, armed men invaded the PDP chieftain’s home, using face masks to conceal their identities, and abducted him. Meanwhile, after an extensive manhunt and search by the command’s tactical intelligence team, police confirmed that the victim had been…

The LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Abayomi Arabambi, has alleged that Peter Obi, the party’s candidate in the 2023 presidential election, defrauded the party. Arabambi made the allegations during a news conference in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Wednesday. Arabambi raised alarm about Yesufu’s recent comments, in which she defended herself against charges of involvement in the alleged diversion of campaign finances for 2023. The Labour Party has alleged that Yesufu, along with Pastor Ighodalo and other accomplices, mismanaged and diverted over N12bn and $15m in donations intended for the Labour Party’s campaign. Arabambi slammed Yesufu’s denials as attempts to conceal the…

The Labour Party’s National Working Committee, led by Julius Abure, has requested that the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigate Aisha Yesufu, Pastor Itua Ighodalo, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and Afenifere leaders for alleged misappropriation of campaign funds. The LP’s National Publicity Secretary, Abayomi Arabambi, made the appeal during a news conference in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Wednesday. Arabambi raised alarm about Yesufu’s recent comments, in which she defended herself against charges of involvement in the alleged diversion of campaign finances for 2023. The Labour Party has alleged that Yesufu,…

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Patrick Okorie, popularly called Patoranking, has reportedly lost his younger sister, Chioma, and her husband, George, to the cold hands of death. This was announced by Instagram blogger Cutie Juls, revealing a gas explosion incident occurred at their home. According to Cutie Juls, the sad occurrence happened the day after their house was opened and their child’s birthday was celebrated. According to the entertainment gossip blogger, Chioma died instantly following the gas explosion, but her husband survived but died on September 11, 2024. Cutie Juls encouraged Patoranking’s coworkers and friends to check in on him during this…

Ruth Auta, a Nigerian nurse in the United Kingdom, has been sentenced to three years in prison for neglecting her 10-week-old infant, Joshua, who died while she was at work.  According to the Daily Mail, the 28-year-old single mother left Joshua alone in her nurse’s apartment for eight hours on December 20, 2022, to finish her shift. When she returned, she saw her son lifeless in his cot and quickly dialled 999, reporting that he was not breathing. Rape: Two Nigerians found guilty of raping 17-yeear-old in UK The infant died an hour after the ambulance arrived, despite resuscitation efforts.…

The Anambra State Government, through the state Ministry of Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare, has ordered an investigation into the alleged murder of Mrs. Ogechukwu Okafor by her husband, pastor Elijah Okafor.  The incident occurred on August 13, 2024, but the deceased family reported it to the ministry after the husband made suspicious gestures. Chidimma Ikeanyionwu, the media aide to the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, made the announcement in a press statement on Wednesday. Police nab woman for stabbing neighbour’s son to death According to Ikeanyionwu, the claimed assault occurred in the Nimo community of the state’s…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Gombe State University, has declared an indefinite strike following the failure of the state government to meet the demands. ASUU’s demands include the non-implementation of the 2021 Memorandum of Action, increased university financing, non-payment of accrued earned academic allowances, non-institutionalisation of training for academic staff, sponsorship for higher degrees, and many more. Addressing journalists on Wednesday shortly after the congress meeting, branch chairman Dr. Suleiman Jauro stated that the government paid no serious attention to its efforts and that the government’s refusal has resulted in a situation in which EAA for 2015/2016, 2016/2017,…

Floods caused by heavy rains continued from Tuesday to Wednesday, submerging some neighbourhoods in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State.  Flash floods devastated areas such as Cemetery, Azikoro, Ekeki, Okaka, Swali, Kpansia, Amarata, and Ovom, causing widespread anxiety among inhabitants. The rains also led to rising water levels in the nearby Epie Creek and River Nun, implying that this year’s flooding could be more severe. The federal government has issued warnings about the dangers presented by rising water levels in several states. The situation in Bayelsa, a flood-prone state six feet below sea level, is especially grim. Governor Douye Diri…