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By Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI – The Imo State Police Command has arrested one Dike Chibuike Micheal, for allegedly killing a trader in an illegal car race in Imo State. It was gathered that one Chibuike Friday, a trader, and another were hit down on Sunday evening during a car racing activity in front of the […]
By Shina Abubakar Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has disclosed that the August 15 governorship election in the state can neither be rigged nor stolen by anyone. The governor, while addressing supporters at the rally held in Oke-Ila, Ifedayo Local Government Council Area of the state, said the people’s votes will count. In a statement […]
By Omeiza Ajayi Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has directed the territory’s traffic section to stop car racing in residential neighbourhoods, following complaints from residents that the practice endangers other road users. Wike gave the directive while responding to questions on Monday in Abuja. The minister said no formal complaint had reached him […]
The Kano State Special Taskforce Committee on Illegal Structures has resealed a block industry along the Zaria Road flyover after its operators allegedly ignored an earlier government order to stop construction. The committee said it found that the owners had continued work on the site and had even built a large gate despite being ordered […]
Daji Sani in Yola The crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its Adamawa governorship candidacy has deepened following a peaceful protest staged by a political movement known as ‘Adamawa Forward Political Organization’ at the party’s state secretariat in Yola on Monday. The demonstration was triggered by the emergence of Ambassador Omar Suleiman Omarana […]
By Hadiza Yusuf Three passengers are still in captivity after suspected bandits attacked a commercial bus travelling along the Jos-Kano highway in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State. The Kano State Police Command disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday by its Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa. According to the statement, […]
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has withdrawn a controversial sexual harassment advisory poster following widespread criticism on social media, reaffirming its commitment to combating sexual harassment while rejecting all forms of victim-blaming. The poster, produced by the University’s Student Affairs Division, came under fire after it advised female students against actions such as shaking hands […]
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has assured that between eight and 10 major road projects across the territory will be completed and delivered before the end of the year, stressing that the FCT Administration will not relent in its promises to residents. The minister gave the assurance […]
The Senate has clarified that the ongoing amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC Act does not introduce a new ban on preaching or hawking, but only restates existing provisions relating to commercial vehicles. In a statement issued on Monday by the Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Office of the Leader of the Senate, the […]
The Governor’s Liaison Officer in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Wale Bello, has asked the opposition in the state to focus on campaigns instead of “birth and origin” debates. Recall that the opposition party in the state had questioned Yayi’s origin and urged residents to reject the imposition of governorship candidates from […]
Some students of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, who resided in the three-storey building, Elite Five Star Lodge, located beside Tonimas Filling Station, Amokpala, Oko, in Orumba North Local Government Area, that collapsed on Sunday night have accused the landlord and caretaker of the building of negligence. Some of the students, in voice messages made available to DAILY […]
A group of members of the Adamawa State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) took to the streets on Monday to protest an alleged plot to replace the party’s governorship candidate, Omar Suleiman. Monday’s protest, organised by the Adamawa Forward Political Organisation, was the second over the same matter in less than a week, following a […]
The Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has explained how to make the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) serve the civil service better. Olaopa spoke on Monday in Abuja during the Go-Live Ceremony and Official Launch of the IPPIS Human Resource Modules by the Head of the Civil Service of […]
David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka A three storey building collapsed Sunday night in Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, trapping unspecified number of residents, mostly students of Federal Polytechnic, Oko. The building was identified as Elite Five Star Lodge, beside Tonimas Filling Station, at Amaokpala community, near Oko. A press release by the […]
The Jigawa State Government has unveiled five-year Development Plans (2025–2030) for the state’s 27 Local Government Areas, aimed at strengthening grassroots governance, improving service delivery and promoting evidence-based development across the state. Governor Umar Namadi unveiled the plans on Monday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Dutse. He described the initiative as a historic […]
Akwa Ibom State Police Command says its operatives have busted an illegal firearms fabrication syndicate in the state and arrested three suspects in connection with the crime. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo, on Monday listed the suspects arrested as Miracle Udo, 27 years, Edet Okon and Kufre Stephen, 35 years ‘She […]
Bandits in military uniform have killed at least four and injured several others in an attack on Unguwan Lalle community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The incident, which started around 8pm on Sunday, was said to have lasted until 2am on Monday. The bandits, during the attack, reportedly looted homes and […]
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Vice-Chancellor of Wigwe University, Prof. Marwan Al-Akaidi, has dismissed reports alleging mass termination of staff at the institution, describing the claims as false and misleading. Speaking in a telephone interview, the Vice-Chancellor clarified that no mass dismissal had taken place at the university, stressing that only two or three staff […]
brahim Oyewale in Lokoja Palpable fear may have gripped the female students of the Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, following the return of cultism and sex for marks syndrome in the hitherto conducive academic environment of the institution . Investigations revealed that in the last few months after the resumption of Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime as the rector of the polytechnic, that […]
By Dayo Johnson The Students’ Union of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Ondo State government to resolve the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, warning that failure to act could trigger mass action by students. In a statement signed by President Falagbade Greatness and […]
The US has reminded international visitors that the length of time they are allowed to remain in the country is determined by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer upon arrival, not by the expiration date on their visa. In a public advisory, US authorities urged travellers to check their I-94 arrival and departure record […]
By Vincent Ujumadu An unspecified number of people are feared dead, while several others remain trapped after a three-storey students’ hostel collapsed in Oko, the host community of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The building, identified as Elite Five Star Lodge, is located beside Tonimas Filling Station […]
The Southern Kaduna Peoples United Associations, SOKAPU, has pushed for an autopsy to determine the cause of the death of Mary Habila, a medical professional who allegedly died while on official duty in the residence of the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. The group’s President, Samuel Tabara, in an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Morning Brief’ […]
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have reportedly carried out a major air and ground offensive against the camps of some notorious bandit leaders in Zamfara State. The development was contained in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst, Bakatsine. According to the post, the operation […]
A three-storey building collapsed yesterday in Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, trapping unspecified number of residents. The collapse happened on Sunday night in the building which was identified as Elite Five Star Lodge, beside Tonimas Filling Station, at Amaokpala community, near Oko. A press release by SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police […]
Detectives of the Ifo Division, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested a fleeing trailer driver and four others over alleged conspiracy, stealing, and receiving stolen property. The suspects are Temitope Odulaja, 47, driver of the truck, Segun Suleiman, 27, Haruna Olaogun, 49, Jimoh Wasiu, 42, and Quazzim Suleiman, 49. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP […]
The jailed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has formally terminated the services of his longtime personal lawyer, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, and directed him to stop representing him, his family, or IPOB in any capacity. In a letter dated July 22, 2026, and written from the Sokoto Correctional Centre, Kanu said […]
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on central banks and financial regulators to strengthen governance frameworks for Artificial Intelligence (AI), warning that the rapid adoption of the technology across the financial system could create new systemic risks if left inadequately supervised. The recommendation was made by the IMF’s Financial […]
…Unveils digital complaint portal, call centre By Emeka Anaeto, Business Editor As the Federal Government pushes ahead with its comprehensive fiscal realignments, a critical missing link in the nation’s tax ecosystem has finally been plugged with the formal operationalisation of the Office of the Tax Ombud. The move is designed to safeguard corporate and individual taxpayers […]
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a faction of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State, led by its national Chairman, Ibe Kachikwu has aligned with the Rainbow Coalition formed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Nyesom Wike. In a viral video, the ADC Secretary in Ikwerre Local Government Area of […]
—Screens 50,000 farms By Dayo Johnson Akure Agribusiness and manufacturing company, Johnvents Group, has published its inaugural Sustainability Report as part of efforts to strengthen responsible business practices across its operations. The report outlines the company’s policy framework for environmental stewardship, social responsibility and corporate governance, and aligns its operations with globally recognised Environmental, Social […]
By Dayo Johnson, Akure The African Peoples Movement (APM) candidate for Ondo Central Senatorial District, Sunday Falae, has said his ambition to represent the district in the Senate is driven by a desire to provide effective representation and bring governance closer to the grassroots. Speaking with journalists in Akure, Falae said legislative representation should go […]
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced plans to close the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Konduga as part of the state’s ongoing resettlement programme. The move follows the successful closure of the Bama IDP camp, the largest displacement facility outside Maiduguri, and the planned shutdown of the Gwoza camp. Speaking during […]
Former Barcelona player, Xavi Simons has opened up on why he left the club, asserting that the Catalan team never had faith in him, and he opted to remain silent about it. In an interview on The Sports Agents podcast, Simons mentioned that he was focused on improving his performance on the field, despite being […]
Kebbi State Police Command has launched a coordinated manhunt for the abductors of a Kebbi State High Court judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, following his abduction by suspected bandits in Bunza Local Government Area of the state.DAILY POST had earlier reported that the judge was kidnapped after armed men stormed his residence along Zogirma Road […]
By Ndahi Marama, Damaturu Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and cattle rustlers during a joint operation with local hunters at the Buni Yadi Friday Market in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. Military sources on Sunday revealed that the operation was carried out at about 2:00 p.m. on […]
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has directed the military to intensify ongoing counter-terrorism operations across the North-West following the recent wave of terrorist attacks in Zamfara State. Matawalle gave the directive while condoling with victims of the attacks, particularly residents of Bungudu Local Government Area and other affected communities. The minister’s position […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Osun State has said it is not aware of any faction within the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, in the state as it prepares logistics for the August 15 governorship election. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, Oluwatoyin Babalola, made the clarification during a town hall meeting organised by […]
Stand-up comedian, actor, and filmmaker Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has explained why he stopped attending church. Speaking in a video broadcast on his social media page on Sunday, the comedian said he stopped going to church not because he lost his faith, but because of the public scrutiny he has been subjected to following […]
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto A serving judge of the Kebbi State High Court, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has been abducted by gunmen suspected to be bandits in a late-night attack on his residence in Bunza Local Government Area. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday along Zogirma Road in Bunza town, according to […]
By Omeiza Ajayi, Abuja The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has announced a 276-member National Campaign Council and subcommittees for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, with Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Senator Hope Uzodimma, named as Chairman of the Council. This is contained in […]
The management of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has suspended six lecturers over alleged involvement in cultism, sex-for-marks and unauthorised sale of handouts and textbooks. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday in Lokoja by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, John Onimisi. “Six lecturers on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, were suspended by the management of the […]
The Gunners were anticipated to initiate their robust defense of the Premier League title this summer and to welcome several high-profile players to the Emirates Stadium. In May, after the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final, the Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta expressed his desire to reach ‘another level’. Despite the intention to […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has criticised the decision by the Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Charles Wobodo, to ban all public events in the council, describing the directive as unconstitutional and a threat to democratic rights. The party’s Publicity Secretary in the state, Barr. Chizy Enyi, made the position known […]
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has appointed 40 year-old Dr Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as his Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters – House of Representatives. He replaced Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju, who resigned early in the year to contest for an elective post in his home state. The president, according to a release issued on […]
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as special adviser to the president on National Assembly matters—House of Representatives. He replaced Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju, who resigned to contest for an elective post in his home state. Olanrewaju-Smart is an accomplished scholar and public policy expert. He holds a PhD in […]
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi A High Court judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has been abducted by bandits in Bunza area of Kebbi State. A reliable source said the judge was abducted by gunmen suspected to be bandits in the early hours of Sunday at his home along Zogirma Road in Bunza Local Government Area […]
Operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol during a stop and search operation arrested two suspected criminals while one suspect, identified as Godknows Ifreke, fled. The suspects, Omini Ezeri, 46 and Chinedum Wagbara, 42, were arrested on 25 July 2026 along the Agbarho-Warri road in Delta State. Firearms, live ammunition, substance suspected to be cocaine, and […]
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 48 kidnap victims following a swift response to a terrorist attack on Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the early hours of Sunday, 26 July 2026. This is contained in a statement by the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force […]
Fear has gripped motorists and residents following renewed armed robbery attacks along the Nawfia axis of the Onitsha–Enugu Expressway, with one person reportedly killed in the latest incident. A social media user raised the alarm in a post over what he described as the worsening insecurity on the busy highway, urging the Anambra State Government […]