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By Musa Ubandawaki Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North-West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled coordinated kidnapping attempts by terrorists in Sokoto State and rescued 22 abducted persons in separate operations, reinforcing ongoing military efforts to restore security across the North-West region. The successful rescue missions, carried out in Sabon Birni and […]
Commercial motorcyclists and tricycle operators in Ado-Ekiti have continued their operations in defiance of the restriction of movement ordered by police for the conduct of the ongoing governorship election in Ekiti State. A correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that even as at 8 a.m., when the accreditation and voting were scheduled […]
Amid the ongoing crisis in the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, the group has released details of its Code of Conduct, stressing that it gave Nnamdi Kanu the exclusive authority to appoint and dissolve the Directorate of State – the group’s apex administrative organ. The crisis ensued after IPOB leader, Kanu, who is currently serving […]
High-scoring Germany face a powerful Ivory Coast side at the World Cup on Saturday with the winner guaranteed a place in the last 32, while Sweden can also book their ticket. Those three nations can join co-hosts the United States and Mexico who are already through. Germany thrashed debutants Curacao 7-1 in their opener and […]
•Mining site killings, traditional ruler’s death, nipss attack, border violence signal deepening security crisis By Golok Nanmwa Jos — Plateau State has once again been pushed into a troubling cycle of coordinated violence, as gunmen carried out a series of deadly attacks across multiple locations within days, leaving miners, a traditional ruler, and security operatives dead, and […]
By Chioma Obinna Federal tertiary health institutions in Lagos yesterday highlighted major gains in healthcare delivery, infrastructure renewal, manpower development and specialist services, attributing the progress to sustained Federal Government reforms and investments in the sector. The institutions, including the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute-Metta, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba, National Orthopaedic […]
THE Ijaws and Urhobos of the Warri federal constituency, Delta State, have proposed the way forward in the implementation of the Supreme Court ordered delineation of Warri federal constituency by the Independent National Electrical Commission, INEC. While they called on INEC, not to do any alteration to May 20, 2026 report on the Registration Areas/Electoral Wards […]
The decision of President Muhammadu Buhari to name June 12 as Nigeria’s “Democracy Day” was motivated by self-serving politics, not principled conviction. Before he became president in 2015, Buhari never once publicly condemned the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. However, in 2018, as he prepared to seek re-election the following year and faced […]
Stakeholders across Delta State have agreed to unite against terrorism, kidnapping and other forms of criminality at a summit that brought together heads of security agencies, local government chairmen, traditional rulers, community leaders, civil society groups, youth and women organizations, and members of the business community. Stakeholders at the summit organised by the government to deliberate […]
Two suspected cultists have been wounded during an exchange of gunfire with Operatives of the Delta State Police Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU. Twenty-five suspected cultists were also arrested by the operatives, while others escaped the crime scene. The suspects were arrested at their initiation ground in the early hours of June 16, DAILY POST reports. The Police also recovered one (1) pump-action shotgun and one (1) cut-to-size firearm from the […]
—16,000 doctors emigrated in 5 years —It’s worsening Nigeria’s mental health crisis — ARD, FNPH Yaba —85% of Nigerians with mental disorders lack treatment access By Chioma Obinna LAGOS — Medical doctors have raised alarm that the country’s healthcare system is facing a dangerous manpower crisis, with only about 55,000 doctors left to serve a population of more than 220 million […]
When Major General Rabe Abubakar (Retd), former army spokesperson, died in captivity on Saturday, June 13, all hell broke loose. Understandably. He was not an ordinary Nigerian. But knowing the country well, all it takes to forget him is another high-profile abduction. And that nearly happened when news broke on Tuesday that terrorists attacked the National […]
Former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, has been dragged to court over alleged cyberbullying and defamation by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State. Abdulrazaq had alleged that Dr Saraki through his social media post of April 17, 2026, in response to an earlier press statement by the Kwara State government, attacked his reputation and constituted […]
The 52nd G7 Summit in France concluded on Wednesday with leaders issuing a shared position on geopolitical issues in Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific. The Heads of State reiterated their unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and solidarity with the Ukrainian population. Commending Ukraine for its progress on the battlefield in recent […]
The following is the text of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, as read out by a senior US official to reporters on Wednesday: “The United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran have jointly agreed in good faith on (a date yet to be determined, the official said), on the following: “Paragraph 1 – […]
By Esther Onyegbula The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, yesterday conducted an on-the-spot security assessment at Pan-Atlantic University, Lekki, following the circulation of a viral video showing two masked individuals emerging from a forest area adjoining the institution. The visit, carried out alongside operational personnel of the command, was part of efforts to evaluate the security situation around the […]
By OBIAGELI EZEKWESILI The Tinubu administration’s renewed push for state police has reopened one of the most consequential public-policy debates in Nigeria’s democratic history. The proposal has gained momentum because it speaks directly to a painful reality confronting millions of Nigerians. The country’s security architecture is failing. Terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, violent extremism, communal conflicts, and organised […]
Commercial tricycle operators, on Wednesday, marched to the head office of the Delta State Board of Internal Revenue, DBIR, in protest of alleged Police harassment, extortion and illegal arrest. In defiance, the protesters blocked one lane of the major highway to the airport, chanting solidarity songs. The protesters bore placards demanding answers over their plight, “License Office, tell […]
The Bauchi State Police Command has launched a statewide enforcement campaign against unregistered vehicles and the use of concealed or fake number plates, deploying mobile courts to ensure the swift prosecution of offenders. The initiative, which commenced on Wednesday, follows a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and is aimed at enhancing […]
— Says Tinubu deserves second term By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The Managing Director of the Federal Housing Authority and convener of the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA), Hon. Oyetunde Ojo, has called for the immediate establishment of state police across the country, describing it as the panacea for tackling the worsening security situation. […]
Former footballer now pundit, Alejandro Moreno, has stated that Lionel Messi should have received a red card during Argentina’s FIFA World Cup match against Algeria. Although Messi netted all three goals, leading Argentina to a decisive 3-0 victory, the 38-year-old avoided any disciplinary action in the first half. Approximately thirty minutes into the match, Algeria’s […]
By Adegboyega Adeleye Hull City’s return to the Premier League could be overshadowed by the threat of a points deduction, with the newly-promoted club reportedly needing to raise funds before the end of June to avoid breaching financial regulations. According to the BBC, Hull have exceeded the English Football League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) […]
The Kebbi Police Command says it has arrested 13 suspected criminals involved in terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, illegal possession of firearms, and other offences across the state within the last one month. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Alhaji Umar Hadejia, made this known while briefing newsmen on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi on recent security […]
….Intensify Hunt for Bandit Kingpin Kachalla Fulani By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of the Nigerian Army conducting Operation Clean Sweep III in Katsina State have rescued four kidnapped victims during sustained offensive operations targeting notorious bandit leader Kachalla Muhammadu Fulani and his criminal network. The Army disclosed this on Wednesday, stating that the operation […]
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday declared that working with him is very difficult. Wike explained that contractors and those working with him must show that they have the capacity. He spoke during the inauguration of the Federal High Court Judges Quarters in Katampe area of Abuja to mark President […]
By Dickson Omobola West Africa’s leading airline, Air Peace, has launched scheduled flight services connecting Lagos with Douala (Cameroon), Libreville (Gabon), Bamako (Mali), and Conakry (Guinea), effective August 1, 2026. The airline said the new routes would operate four times weekly on the Lagos–Douala–Libreville–Douala–Lagos service every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Flights will depart Lagos […]
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Troops of the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, operating under the 2 Division, have rescued five kidnapped victims abandoned by fleeing terrorists during ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Kogi State. The successful rescue followed intensified military operations aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and disrupting the activities of criminal networks operating […]
By Enitan Abdultawab Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has fired back at Hausa singer Dauda Rarara after the latter criticised him for using the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Los Angeles to spotlight Nigeria’s insecurity crisis. The exchange began after Rarara described Davido’s action as “barbaric,” accusing the singer of […]
Spokesman of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Emma Powerful, on Wednesday announced that the group’s leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has dissolved the 3rd Administration of the Directorate of State, DOS, which oversees the affairs of the group. Powerful, in a statement made available to journalists, also announced that Kanu has inaugurated the 4th administration of […]
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a medical doctor, a traditional birth attendant and the parents of a newborn baby over the alleged sale of the infant for N2.5 million in Lagos. Police investigations revealed that the 28-year-old mother and her boyfriend allegedly decided against keeping the child after birth and began searching for […]
Government workers in different parts of Afghanistan have started switching off their smartphones, following an order imposed Wednesday that they told AFP came from Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada. A letter announcing the ban on smartphones for all government employees started circulating on social media last week under the emblem of the Supreme Court, which has […]
The indefinite strike embarked upon by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Oyo State has continued to generate concern among parents and education stakeholders over its impact on pupils and students. Some parents and teachers who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibadan on Wednesday said the prolonged closure of public […]
By Golok Nanmwa No fewer than nine persons were reportedly killed, while 11 others sustained injuries following an attack on Angwan Magaji community in Kamaru Ward of Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, a community bordering Plateau State. The incident, which occurred at about 1 a.m. on Wednesday, has raised fresh concerns over insecurity […]
The Clan Head of Efut Akani Esuk in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State, Muri Eyo Effiong Okon V, has raised the alarm over what he described as a renewed wave of militancy and extortion in several riverine communities around Calabar. The traditional ruler alleged that armed groups have taken control of […]
The family of veteran Nollywood actor, Saheed Balogun, has finally disclosed the cause of his late daughter, Zeenat Balogun’s death. DAILY POST recalls that Zeenat, who was also an actress and Balogun’s first born, died in October 2024. Her sudden death raised concerns online especially with many of her fans questioning the cause of her […]
“And as his genius was destitute of judgement, he attempted every art, except the important ones of war and government.” — Edward Gibbon on Emperor Gallienus Edward Gibbon judged him a most contemptible prince. The Roman Emperor Gallienus, son of the unfortunate Emperor Valerian, was said to have received with disturbing coldness the fate that befell […]
Last week ended on another note of triumph for the terrorists who are sworn to make life unlivable for Nigerians while the rest of the country mourns. We all came to the sad realization of the death in captivity of General Rabe Abubakar. He had been abducted with his wife about four weeks ago by terrorists […]
Nigeria is not at the FIFA World Cup 2026 holding in Mexico, Canada and the United States. This is already well known because failure cannot easily be assuaged with momentary exhilaration or euphoric response to a mundial that has already earned the status of the biggest footballing event ever, 48 national teams playing in three countries. […]
–Blasts trial judge, Lifu, over ‘judicial rascality’ –INEC backs stay of execution, opposition alleges plot to silence rivals —Olawepo-Hashim, Adebayo, Accord, CNPP, Ameh, Ajulo speak By Dayo Johnson, Regional Editor, South-West, Clifford Ndujihe, Dapo Akinrefon, Henry Umoru, Ikechukwu Nnochiri, Omeiza Ajayi, Luminous Jannamike & Florencemary Nwabueze LAGOS — The battle over deregistration of the African Democratic […]
The Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran will be signed on Friday at the Burgenstock resort in central Switzerland. A major point of the deal, according to Israel’s Channel 12, mandates the cessation of U.S.-Iran hostilities and the fighting affecting their allies, including Lebanon. Iran is expected not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons, with Tehran and Washington agreeing to address Iran’s stockpile of enriched […]
By Cynthia Alo The Federal Government has identified 470 gazetted and legally protected grazing reserves for the rehabilitation and resettlement of pastoralists, as part of efforts to end the era of cattle roaming the streets of Abuja, Lagos and other parts of the country. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, disclosed this on Arise News, […]
*3 senators’ names improperly included in Natasha’s suspension report— Oshiomhole *No signature was forged, Senate replies Oshiomhole By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Senate and one of its members, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, were at daggers’ drawn, yesterday, over committee report, which recommended suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months. While Oshiomhole alleged that the names […]
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has condemned a recent court judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, warning that the decision could undermine Nigeria’s democracy and the credibility of the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed by its Deputy National Publicity Secretary, James Ezema, the CNPP […]
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that Governor Biodun Oyebanji will win his election for a second term as Governor of Ekiti State at this Saturday polls. Akpabio made the remarks on Tuesday at the capital city of Ado-Ekiti during the grand finale of the Governorship campaign of the All Progressives Congress(APC) in the state. […]
By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA —The Itsekiri ethnic nationality has faulted what it called “misleading interpretations” by Ijaw and Urhobo groups of President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in lingering differences over Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ward delineation in Warri federal constituency, Delta State. In a statement, yesterday by A. Mene, Secretary, Itsekiri Leaders of […]
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops fighting to rid the nation of terrorists and other criminal elements have rescued 388 kidnapped victims, arrested 31 terrorists and neutralized 10 terrorists in various encounters in the theatres of Operation in the last one week. Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations made this known on Tuesday while giving […]
By Adeola Badru Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that Oyo State “is not Chibok and will never be Chibok”, vowing that the pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area will be rescued safely, as social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), led a protest over rising insecurity and kidnappings […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s performance in office, telling Ekiti voters that the governor came into leadership fully prepared to serve the people. Speaking ahead of the June 20 governorship election, Tinubu urged residents to re-elect Oyebanji for a second term. The endorsement came on Tuesday at the All Progressives Congress mega rally in Ado-Ekiti. […]
Muslim clerics in Ogun State under the aegis of Progressive Muslim Cleric, PMC, have admonished the federal government to urgently tackle and uproot the insecurity threat currently facing the country. President of PMC, Abdul Wasiu Akinyemi, made the call on Tuesday in Abeokuta during a press conference held in commemoration of the 1448 Hegira celebration. The Islamic scholar […]
Serena Williams will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022 after the American legend was given a wildcard to play the doubles event with her sister Venus on Tuesday. Williams made a sensational return to tennis last week when she won her first-round doubles match at Queen’s Club with partner Victoria Mboko. The […]