Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Female Prison Officer Jailed For Sexual Misconduct With Inmate. In a surprising development at London’s Isleworth Crown Court, Linda De Sousa Abreu, a former female prison guard at HMP Wandsworth, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison. The sentencing follows her admission of guilt for engaging in sexual activities with an inmate, actions which were captured on video and subsequently led to her downfall. Abreu, 30, from Fulham, south-west London, was on duty when she entered the cell of Linton Weirich, a convicted burglar, on the 27th of June last year. The shocking footage, which showed Abreu performing sexual…

Nigerian Police Summon Pastor Abraham Daniel Over Allegations Of Defamation And Cyberbullying. In a case that has captured the attention of many across Nigeria, the Nigerian Police Force has summoned Pastor Abraham Daniel, a former minister of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, for questioning. The summons relates to allegations of betrayal, defamation, and cyberbullying, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing feud between Pastor Daniel and the church’s founder, Pastor Paul Enenche. The summons, officially signed by DCP Alhassan Kawu Yahaya representing the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Intelligence Department (FID), Abuja, requires Pastor Daniel to appear at the FID…

President Traore Cheers Ghana’s New President At Inauguration. In a show of regional solidarity, Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traore made a notable appearance at the inauguration of Ghana’s newly elected President, John Mahama. The event, held in the Ghanaian capital, was marked by an atmosphere of camaraderie and mutual respect between the two West African nations. President Traore, known for his limited international engagements, made the journey to Accra for this significant political event. In a break from diplomatic norms, he was permitted to appear in his full military regalia, including the right to carry a pistol, a gesture that…

Zulum Approves Renaming Of Borno Varsity To Kashim Ibrahim Varsity. The Borno State Executive Council has approved the renaming of Borno State University to Kashim Ibrahim University. The decision was made in tribute to Sir Kashim Ibrahim, who was the first governor of Northern Nigeria. This pivotal decision was announced following a marathon session of the State Executive Council, which convened for its first meeting of 2025 under the leadership of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum. Held at the Government House Council Chamber, the meeting, which spanned over six hours, tackled numerous issues crucial to the state’s development. Professor Usman…

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Unveils New Leadership For 2025. In a significant development for the Igbo community, the Prince Dr. Richard Ozobu-led Ohanaeze Ndigbo 2025 Election Committee has announced the new members of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation. The announcement was made on Monday in a statement co-signed by Dr. Ozobu and the committee’s secretary, Prof. Chibuikeya Achokawa. Dr. Jackson Omenazu from Rivers State has been elected as the new President General, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first from his state to hold this position since the end of the Biafran War.…

Victory In Borno: 34 Boko Haram/ISWAP Terrorists Neutralised In Sabon Gari Battle. In a decisive victory against insurgency, the Nigerian Defence Headquarters announced on Wednesday morning that at least 34 Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists were killed in a fierce confrontation at Sabon Gari Community, located in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The news was conveyed in a statement titled, ‘Terrorists Killed in Attack on Sabon Gari in Damboa LGA of Borno State,’ issued by Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations. According to the statement, the clash…

Isak Leads Newcastle To Dominant Carabao Cup Semi-Final Victory Over Arsenal. Alexander Isak’s scintillating form continued to light up the Emirates Stadium as Newcastle United took a commanding lead in their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal. The Swedish striker’s 14th goal in his last 15 games paved the way for a 2-0 victory, placing Newcastle on the brink of their first-ever League Cup triumph. Newcastle, who have never claimed the competition, now stand just one match away from their second final in three seasons. They need only to avoid defeat or lose by no more than one…

Son Heung-min’s Contract Extended At Tottenham Until 2026. Tottenham Hotspur have secured the services of their star forward, Son Heung-min, for an additional year, extending his contract until the summer of 2026. The decision to trigger the one-year option clause was confirmed today, ensuring the South Korean international will continue to don the Spurs jersey. Since his transfer from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Son has been a pivotal figure for Tottenham, amassing 169 goals over 431 appearances in all competitions. His contribution in the Premier League alone stands at 125 goals and 68 assists across 320 matches, making…

NFF Appoints Éric Sékou Chelle As New Super Eagles Head Coach. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach for Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles. The decision was ratified by the NFF’s Executive Committee on Tuesday following a recommendation from the Technical and Development Sub-Committee. The appointment was discussed and agreed upon during a meeting in Abuja on Thursday, 2nd January 2025. Chelle, a former player and coach of Mali’s national team, the Aiglons, brings a wealth of experience to the Nigerian squad. His tenure…

Nottingham Forest Down Wolves To Consolidate On Top Ranking: As Reds Clash Looms. In a season that has defied all predictions, Nottingham Forest are set to face Liverpool in a top-of-the-table clash at the City Ground next week. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, 14 January, comes hot on the heels of Forest’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Wolves on Monday, positioning them just six points behind the league leaders. Under the stewardship of Nuno Espirito Santo, who took over from a tumultuous past season where Forest narrowly avoided relegation and faced a points deduction, the team has undergone a remarkable…

Tibet Earthquake: Scores Dead As Earthquake Strikes Chinese Border City. A devastating earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Tibet’s holy city of Shigatse early Tuesday morning, claiming at least 95 lives and leaving 130 people injured, according to Chinese state media. The tremor, which occurred around 09:00 local time (01:00 GMT), was followed by a series of aftershocks, with its epicentre located in the mountainous region near Mount Everest in Tingri county. The US Geological Survey reported the earthquake at a depth of 10 kilometres, while China’s state media recorded it slightly less at 6.8 magnitude. The event…

Senate To Suspend Plenary For Two Weeks To Focus On 2025 Budget Review. The Senate has announced a suspension of plenary sessions for two weeks beginning January 14, 2025, to allow for detailed committee-level reviews of the proposed N49.7 trillion budget for 2025. This decision was revealed by Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, during a meeting with his committee counterparts on Monday. Adeola detailed that an open day for public and stakeholder engagement on the budget is scheduled for Thursday, January 9, where presentations from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) will…