Author: Alade Adisa

Gunmen have reportedly killed at least 11 people in an attack on some communities in Nyiev-ya, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. The attacks were perpetrated on December 25 when the people were celebrating Christmas with their families. A resident in the community confirmed the attack in a telephone conversation on Thursday. The resident, who preferred to be anonymous, told Channels Television that they received a distress message that “Nyiev-ya is under attack.” the resident said, ”The terrorist herders came this afternoon (December 25), and invaded Ubutu and GSS Anwase, killing and burning houses. “Daniel Jam’s son was killed…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has pardoned Segun Olowookere, who was sentenced to death for armed robbery in Osun State. Olowookere was pardoned alongside his accomplice, Sunday Morakinyo, the governor disclosed in a statement on X on Thursday. The claim that the duo got a death sentence for stealing a fowl went viral on social media. But the Osun State Judiciary has clarified that they were convicted for armed robbery, including robbing a poultry in 2010. The governor said that 51 other inmates were also pardoned following recommendations of the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy. “In line…

Sporting Lisbon have parted ways with Joao Pereira, just over a month after he took charge following Ruben Amorim’s departure to Manchester United. Pereira’s tenure has ended abruptly due to the club’s unexpected decline in form. Under Amorim, Sporting enjoyed a perfect start to the Primeira Liga season. However, Pereira’s reign saw a significant downturn, with the team losing its grip on the league’s top spot after a goalless draw against Gil Vicente last weekend. The club now trails rivals Benfica. Pereira also struggled in the Champions League and domestic league, losing his first four matches in both competitions. As…

Boxing Day turned out to be another disappointing chapter in Manchester United’s tumultuous season, as they faced a 2-0 defeat against struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers. The match was marred by the early dismissal of captain Bruno Fernandes, who received his third red card of the season shortly after the break for a second bookable offence. The defeat highlights the ongoing challenges facing United, as they continue to grapple with inconsistencies on the pitch. With Fernandes’ dismissal, the team not only lost a key player but also faced an uphill battle against a Wolves side eager to capitalize on their home advantage.…

US President-elect, Donald Trump has come out to dismiss speculation that Elon Musk would take over the presidency. He recently had his say while speaking to a crowd of supporters, at an engagement at his Mar-A-Lago Estate, amid wide speculation that the world’s richest man would be the real force running the show behind the scene when Trump ascends the presidency again on January 20. According to him, reports saying he has ceded the presidency to the billionaire entrepreneur are simply a lie spread by his political rivals, and that is never going to happen while he is in charge.…

Royal fathers in Umuahia North Local Government Area (LGA) of Abia State have invoked death on kidnappers operating in any part of the zone. The traditional rulers monarch made the invocation on December 24 during a special prayer session where they poured libation, broke kola nuts and alligator peppers and made declarations against bandits operating in Umuahia North. The monarchs, led by Eze Innocent Nwaigwe, proclaimed death upon any kidnapper terrorizing the indigenes of the council area. The traditional rulers also declared that the local government will witness a peaceful and protected atmosphere throughout the Christmas and New Year periods,…

Tragedy has once again struck the family of Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, following the death of his eldest son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi, in a fatal car accident. The incident occurred barely 24 hours after the governor lost his mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi. According to eyewitness accounts, Abdulwahab was returning from Kafin Hausa to Dutse with his friends when the vehicle he was driving lost control, causing it to somersault. While his friends sustained various degrees of injuries and are currently receiving treatment at Dutse General Hospital, Abdulwahab was pronounced dead at the scene. A close family source, who spoke…

Boxing Day, celebrated annually on December 26th, is a holiday that holds a special place in many cultures, particularly in countries with historical ties to the United Kingdom. While it’s commonly associated with shopping sales, festive family gatherings, and sporting events, the holiday has a deeper and more fascinating history that many may not be aware of. Originating in the UK, Boxing Day was once a time for giving, with roots in charitable acts and traditions that go back centuries. Over time, the holiday has evolved, taking on different customs and significance in countries like Canada, Australia, and South Africa.…

…In scathing Christmas Day message Incoming US President, Donald Trump had no Christmas wishes for death row inmates whose sentences were commuted by Joe Biden. The president-elect told the prisoners to “go to hell” in a scathing Truth Social rant on Wednesday. In the lengthy two-post statement shared on his social media platform, he also aimed at the president, calling him “sleepy Joe” and the Democrats, dubbing them “radical left lunatics.” “To the 37 most violent criminals, who killed, raped, and plundered like virtually no one before them, but were just given, incredibly, a pardon by Sleepy Joe Biden. I…

The Accountant General of Delta State, Mrs. Joy Enwa, has been arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) amid the commission’s ongoing investigation of former governor of the state, Ifeanyi Okowa. Currently, the anti-crime agency is investigating the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion state funds by Okowa. EFCC arrested and detained the former governor in November this year for the alleged diversion of the funds, said to be part of the 13 percent derivation fund earmarked for oil-rich states. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC spokesman, who confirmed the arrest and detention, stated that the former Delta governor…