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A UK court ordered Prince Harry and six others Friday to pay an initial £9.5 million ($13 million) after they lost their privacy case against the publisher of British tabloid the Daily Mail. The court said the prince and six other high-profile figures, who lost their unlawful information gathering and privacy invasions claim against Associated […]
Pledges larger ‘rainbow coalition’ for Tinubu By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has declared that his mission ahead of the 2027 general election is to make opposition figures, including opposition presidential candidates, Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, uncomfortable by increasing their blood pressure. Wike, who spoke with journalists […]
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi Crisis is still rocking Kebbi ADC over its refusal to maintain status quo on the valid and legal party primaries which produced Sadiq Sa,adu Fakai as reps candidate of Sakaba,Danko/ Wasagu,Zuru and Fakai federal constituency. According to him, independent National electoral commission and the African democratic Congress in Kebbi state […]
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State have submitted a petition to President Bola Tinubu, outlining the reasons behind the party’s loss to Accord in the recent governorship election. The petition, which was signed by Professor Akin Adeyanju, Coordinator, and Sola Ajayi, Secretary, of the Osun APC Stakeholders Forum, expressed regret over […]
Indigenes of Ikangba, Agoro, Imodi and Imosan, in Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State, have called for the intervention of the Ogun State government over the activities of land grabbers in their communities. They made the call on Friday during a press conference held at the residence of the Baale of Ikangba. The residents stressed the […]
Inger Andersen is Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme When you live on the edge, you become acutely aware of balance. As a young woman straight out of university in 1982, I had the privilege of teaching English at a Sudanese girls’ high school. After a couple of years, I landed a job […]
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has denied reports that he agreed to share government appointments on a 60:40 basis with the APC legacy group led by former Governor Simon Lalong as part of the conditions for his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mutfwang made the clarification yesterday while […]
The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has announced that certificates for candidates who sat for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, for School Candidates are now available on its Digital Certificate Platform. The examination body announced the development on Friday through a post on its official X handle, urging candidates to access […]
By Enitan Abdultawab The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified that underage candidates who achieve the required 80 per cent benchmark are only eligible for consideration and are not automatically guaranteed admission into tertiary institutions. JAMB made the clarification in its “JAMB Explained” series on Thursday while addressing frequently asked questions about admission […]
BBNaija star, Bella Okagbue, has broken her silence over the controversy surrounding her breakup with former boyfriend Sheggz, saying she eventually stopped believing promises and began paying attention to patterns. Bella addressed the issue in a statement shared on her social media page, explaining that she had remained silent because she believed some parts of […]
The Anambra State Police Command has uncovered the circumstances surrounding the gruesome murder of a 56-year old man, Mr Kelechi Madu, in Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area of the state. The man had been declared missing some days back, but was later discovered dead, with police investigation showing that his death was plotted by his […]
…Appeal to Ondo, Delta govts over land dispute By Dayo Johnson, Akure Leaders and residents of 19 coastal and oil-rich communities in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have raised the alarm over an alleged invasion of their ancestral land by armed persons from neighbouring communities in Delta State. The communities, all located in […]
…Governor vows stronger push against insecurity, seeks stakeholders’ unity By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has said the state government will facilitate the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their ancestral homes once security conditions become conducive. Mutfwang also called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to tackle insecurity and restore […]
…Party asks security agencies to intensify investigation By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi State has appealed to youths and party faithful in Ohaukwu Local Government Area to shun reprisals over the death of Elder Ubochi Onwe and allow security agencies to investigate the incident. The party made the appeal […]
The Federal Government, 36 state governments and 774 local government councils shared a total of N15.997 trillion, or approximately N16 trillion, in revenue from the Federation Account between January and July 2026. The figure rose to N15.997 trillion following the latest disbursement of N3.007 trillion for July, the highest monthly allocation recorded so far this […]
The Taraba State Police Command has warned political parties, candidates and their supporters against violence, intimidation, hate speech and other electoral offences ahead of the commencement of electioneering campaigns in the state. The warning was issued on Thursday during a stakeholders’ meeting with representatives of political parties at the command headquarters in Jalingo. The meeting which the police […]
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The proposed resumption of oil production in Ogoniland after more than three decades may face fresh challenges following concerns raised by the four local government areas that make up the Ogoni area. The local governments raised concerns over alleged moves to commence oil-related activities while consultations with the federal government […]
Ibrahim Oyewale in Lokoja Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, has marked International Youth Day with a renewed commitment to advancing youth development through its array of empowerment programmes, while strengthening its positive social impact. A statement issued by the company’s Corporate Communications Department said the event attracted more than 100 participants, comprising Sustainability Champions, graduate trainees, […]
By Esther Onyegbula, Matthew Johnson & Florencemary Nwabueze LAGOS—Vandals have stolen no fewer than 1,800 manhole covers and destroyed about one kilometre of clear-view fencing along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway since January, Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has disclosed. Umahi, who spoke through the Controller of Works, Lagos State, Engr. Olufemi Dare, at a joint […]
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Ogiyan of Ejigboland in Ejigbo Local Government Area of Osun State, Oba Omowonuola Oyeyode Oyesosin II, MFR, has described the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke as a reflection of the confidence reposed in his administration by the people of the state. In a congratulatory letter dated August 18, 2026, and […]
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — The Chairman, Governing Board of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Alhaji Mukhtar Shehu Shagari, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic boat mishap in Gorau Village, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which reportedly claimed several lives. Shagari described the incident as a painful and devastating tragedy, […]
President Bola Tinubu has advised Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to refrain from stigmatizing his opponents in the recent governorship election. Tinubu said this during a meeting with the governor at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday, emphasizing that Adeleke did not conquer anyone but rather won an election. He told the governor, “Do not stigmatize […]
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested six suspects following the emergence of a viral video showing suspected miscreants allegedly harassing motorists on a Lagos road. The command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed the arrests in a post on her X handle on Thursday while responding to the footage. The video showed suspected miscreants allegedly attempting to […]
The Police Command in Lagos State has detained six suspects following a viral video showing miscreants allegedly harassing motorists on the road. The command spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, disclosed this in a post shared on her X handle @AbimbolaShotayo on Thursday, while reacting to the video showing miscreants allegedly attempting to damage a vehicle’s side […]
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met with the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr Musa Aliyu, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Aliyu arrived at the Villa at about 5:40 pm for the meeting, although the reason for the visit had not been made public as of the […]
By Adeola Badru The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned three persons before the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan over alleged forgery, uttering of documents and obtaining money by false pretence in connection with purported Canadian visa and travel arrangements valued at about N30 million. The EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, […]
The latest trial over the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona was suspended Thursday following claims that kidney tests presented to the court belonged to the player’s father. Seven health care workers are accused of criminal negligence over the care Maradona received before his death at age 60 in November 2020, while he was […]
The Osun State Police Command has arrested five suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate and recovered an AK-47 rifle, 13 rounds of live ammunition and a single-barrel firearm. The arrests followed the theft of a newly acquired Lexus Jeep from a resident of Ada, Osun State, by armed men on Monday night. According to […]
A member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumini Jibrin, has accused supporters of the New Democratic Congress, NDC, of deliberately attempting to create tension in Kano ahead of the 2027 general elections. Jibrin made the allegation while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Thursday. His comments followed a series of incidents involving the […]
A traditional title holder in Nri Community, Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, Oba Maduka Arubaluezeama, has been shot dead. A source in the community told journalists that Arubaluezeama, who is popularly known by his title name, Oba Muozuluaru, was assassinated on Tuesday night at a building site where he went to supervise work […]
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—Says governor remains his benefactor By Dayo Johnson, Akure The All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Ondo South, Dr Isaacs Kekemeke, has dismissed reports of a rift between him and Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, describing the speculation as the handiwork of political opponents. Kekemeke, a former APC National Vice Chairman, South-West, spoke with […]
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — Tension has gripped the ancient Nri community in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State following the killing of a prominent traditional title holder, Oba Maduka Arubaluezeama. Arubaluezeama, who held the traditional title of Oba Muozuluaru, was reportedly shot dead at about 7pm on Tuesday at a building site in […]
By Shina Abubakar Osogbo Aftermath of the attack on Governor Ademola Adeleke’s convoy by hoodlums at the palace of Ataoja, one of the vehicles used by the thugs has been recovered by the police. It was gathered that personnel of the Violent Crimes Response Unit, VCRU, team “F” led by CSP Afolabi Lukman, trailed the […]
Farmers in Birniwa Local Government Area of Jigawa State have raised the alarm over a hairy armyworm infestation that has invaded farmlands and destroyed crops in the area. A resident of Birniwa told DAILY POST that the infestation had caused significant damage to farmlands. According to him, “The development has raised concerns among farming households […]
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of a commissioner, three Special Advisers and 1,000 political aides as part of measures to strengthen his administration and improve service delivery across the state. The appointments comprise 90 Senior Special Assistants and 910 Special Assistants, according to a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press […]
With record-breaking ocean temperatures weakening the world’s largest carbon sink, a group of countries is pushing for the UN COP31 summit to deliver meaningful commitments to protect marine ecosystems. Yet this effort could be hobbled by a shrinking pool of climate finance, experts warn. While discussions on oceans at UN climate talks have so far […]
Hammed Shittu in Ilorin A first class traditional ruler and Ogiyan of Ejigboland in Osun State, Oba Omowonuola Oyeyode Oyesosin II, has urged the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, to use his electoral victory to deepen more developmental projects and prosperity across the state. In a congratulatory message on Thursday, the traditional ruler said Adeleke’s […]
By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman YOBE — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Yobe State, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, has continued his consultations with traditional rulers, seeking the support and prayers of the Emir of Geidam, Alhaji Mustapha Ibn Mahmud, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Wali, who visited the monarch at his palace […]
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe Residents of Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State have rejected claims that the area has been neglected in the implementation of the state government’s 11–100 Road Network initiative. A Gombe-based social commentator, Hon. Aminu Turaki, made the position known in a statement on Thursday while reacting to comments attributed to […]
…LG boss prays God for help…police commence investigation By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT: Unidentified gunmen have killed two aides of the Local Government Area Chairman of Rivers State, Dr Thomas Bariere. The victims were identified as Philip Barikui, protocol aide, and Barikpe Barimamma, who were killed by the gunmen at Bori, the traditional headquarters of […]
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 civilians kidnapped by terrorists in separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states. The troops also recovered two motorcycles abandoned by fleeing terrorists during an encounter in Sokoto State. The Theatre Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in a […]
GOMBE — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, has called on political actors and residents to embrace a clean, respectful and issue-based campaign ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Gwamna said the people of Gombe deserved a campaign focused on their concerns, needs and aspirations rather than […]
ABUJA — Former Imo State Governor and Senator representing Imo West, Rochas Okorocha, has dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Hope Uzodinma before the Federal High Court over the publication of Uzodinma’s name as the APC candidate for the Imo West Senatorial District election scheduled for 2027. […]
The founder and General Overseer of the Living Christ Mission, Obiajunwa Onukogu, popularly known as Daddy Hezekiah, has been accused of sexually abusing two women when they were minors attending church programmes more than two decades ago. In separate written testimonies, Kelechi Ibe, 39, and Onyekachi J. Eze, 40, recently made the allegations. The alleged […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced September 19, 2026, as the date for bye-elections to fill two vacant seats in the Bauchi State House of Assembly. The polls will be held in Sakwa State Constituency, Zaki Local Government Area, and Disina State Constituency, Shira LGA. The Bauchi State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Umar Ibrahim, announced […]
When a South Korean firm pulled the plug on a multibillion-dollar investment last year, it was a major blow to Indonesia’s plans to build an integrated battery-manufacturing ecosystem – until a group of Chinese companies stepped into the breach. Project Titan aims to tap Indonesia’s vast nickel reserves in East Halmahera – the epicentre for […]
Phalkun Out is manager of energy policy and government relations at EnergyLab Asia. Cambodia has made impressive strides in transitioning from dirty coal and imported electricity to homegrown renewable energy that now accounts for nearly half of the electricity mix. The kingdom has a target to source 70% of its total power capacity from renewables […]
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto The political landscape of Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State was rattled last Monday as a gale of defection swept through the All Progressives Congress (APC), with over 700 members dumping the ruling party for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The mass exit, described as the single largest defection in the […]
By Folarin Kehinde The Federal Ministry of Environment has blamed blocked manholes and underground drainage channels for worsening the flash flood that occurred at Blantyre Crescent, Adetokunbo Ademola, Wuse II, Abuja, on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The ministry said silt, solid waste and debris found in several manholes and drainage inlets had restricted the flow […]