Chelsea boss, Enzo Maresca, has said he feels bad and ahamed for leaving out certain players in their 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday. The likes of Enzo Fernandez, Marc Cucurella, and Joao Felix were left on the bench at the start of the tie. Chelsea went on to win the game even without…
Professor Oguejiofo Ujam, the Dean of the School of General Studies at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), was on Sunday, kidnapped by gunmen while travelling along the Ugwuogo-Nike-Opi-Nsukka Road. The lecturer in the Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry is one of several victims reportedly abducted along this route in the past week. A…
Nigerian content creator and activist, Adebowale Debo Adedayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, has stated that he became fearless after his arrest in 2021. DAILY POST reports that following the massacre of the #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Tollgate on October 20, 2020, many Nigerian youths kicked against the recommendation for reopening the tollgate. In…
It was gathered that Ajaefobi was abducted at the gate of the church around 9:30pm on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St James’ Parish in Awkuzu, Ven. David Arinze Ajaefobi, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been kidnapped by gunmen. It was gathered that…
A Jos Magistrates’ Court on Monday sentenced a 25-year-old security guard, Lucky Bulus, to 18 months in prison for stealing 350 litres of diesel. The Magistrate, Shawomi Bokkos, summarily tried and sentenced Bulus after he pleaded guilty to the charge. Bokkos, in his judgement, ordered the convict to pay an option of N30,000 fine or…
A 33-year-old woman has been arrested over the alleged theft of jewellery valued at over $60,000 from her employer, after working as a maid for less than 24 hours in Lagos state. On Sunday, October 27, Ms Alice Udey, who allegedly goes by several other fake names, was taken into custody at the Ikoyi Police…
Former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New People’s Democratic Party, nPDP, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze has counseled the Martin Amaewhule-led faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly to be circumspect in their struggle to return from political relegation. Eze said the lawmakers have voluntarily retired from the business of lawmaking since December 2023….
Popular Nigerian singer, Skales has taken to the X platform to clarify some misconceptions about the people who helped him during his early days. In a passionate post, he emphasized the importance of respecting his name and legacy. “Put some respect on my name…” Skales began, “…I don tell una the only person sef…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and the party’s 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Benue South, Daniel Onjeh, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to act decisively against what he described as Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s blatant violation of the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. Onjeh’s statement comes in response to Soludo’s recent…
A divorce suit filed by a man, Adewole, against his wife, Oluwabunmi, has been adjourned for judgment by a Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State. Adewole told the court that Oluwabunmi was irresponsible and failed totally in her duties as a wife and mother. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant abandoned all the…
Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho took a swipe at Bright Osayi-Samuel following his side’s 2-0 win over Bodrum FK. Osayi-Samuel was in action for the entire duration of the game. The Yellow Canaries ended a three-game winless streak following the victory. The Nigeria international opted to go for glory instead of passing to a better-positioned teammate…
Nigerian students and parents alike have lauded Wigwe University for its exemplary commitment to providing a conducive learning environment. The institution’s impressive facilities, showcased on its official Facebook page, garnered praise in the comments. A recent post on the university’s Facebook account (@WigweUniversity) offered a glimpse into its well-appointed lecture rooms, where students were seen…
In a statement, Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, highlighted that the ongoing outages, which began last Monday, were caused by sabotage to critical infrastructure. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has revealed that it would partner with the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to address the widespread blackout in the…
Gunmen on Sunday evening abducted Reverend Father Thomas Oyode, the rector of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary, Ivhianokpodi, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Following the abduction, the Catholic Diocese of Auchi is seeking the assistance of law enforcement agencies in securing the release of the priest. A statement by the Director of…
A former scout for Napoli has opened up on how he spotted Victor Osimhen long before the club signed him in what looks like a sly dig at the striker. Osimhen left the club temporarily and joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan after the Italians botched his proposed moves to Paris Saint-Germain and Saudi club…
Sebastian Kidder, the stepson of iconic wrestling star, Ric Flair and a promising young musician, has died at age 24 from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. His mother, Wendy Barlow, confirmed the heartbreaking news to TMZ Sports, expressing the family’s profound grief. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, October 26 at the family’s home in…
Petrol marketers have lamented low patronage at their retail outlets nationwide with the price of a litre of petrol now above N1,000 in most filling stations across Nigeria. The National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN, Billy Gillis-Harry, while on the Monday edition of Channels Television’s The Morning Brief…
Ademola Lookman continued his impressive start to the season with a Player of the Match performance in Atalanta’s Italian Serie A win against Hellas Verona. The marquee Nigerian forward provided two assists while also recording a brace of his own as the Bergamo club coasted to a commanding 6-1 victory against Paolo Zanetti’s side. Lookman,…
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has confirmed the rescue and repatriation of 17 Nigerian women trafficked to Ghana. In an operation conducted in collaboration with the Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police, Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Ghana, and the Nigerian High Commission in Accra, five suspects were arrested, according to Abdur-Rahman Balogun, NiDCOM spokesperson. The…
Newcastle United Manager, Eddie Howe has admitted that Chelsea duo, Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson caused his team problems on Sunday. Howe watched as Chelsea defeated Newcastle 2-1 in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge. Two goals from Jackson and Palmer gave the Blues the victory over Newcastle as Alexander Isak did score a goal…
While Libya launched an appeal against CAF’s judgment over the botched AFCON qualifier with Nigeria, the continental football body again hit the country with another hammer. In judging the Super Eagles’ airport ordeal, CAF decided that Libya forfeited the match, and Nigeria was handed three points with three goals. The Libyan Football Federation filed an…
Wasila Coded Popular Nigerian actress, Bimpe Akintunde, popularly known as Wasila Coded could not hold back excitement after she bagged her first International award. The actress who is in Canada for the Celebrities Entertainment Awards, bagged her first International award at the event. Sharing a photo of her from the event with her award,…
West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville has opened up after celebrating with the suspended Mohammed Kudus during their Premier League victory over Manchester United. Summerville opened the scoring at the Olympic Stadium as the Hammers returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over the Red Devils. Kudus was not involved in action as he…
Nigerian singer, Skales has stated that his colleague and former record label mate, Wizkid, never helped him at any point in his career. The ‘Shake Body’ crooner explained that only his former record label boss Banky W and Olamide and Timaya have helped him in the past. Skales also acknowledged Burna Boy’s support. On his…
Erik ten Hag was at pains to put into words the ‘injustice’ he believed his side went through on Sunday afternoon. Manchester United were beaten by West Ham at the London stadium under controversial circumstances after Jarrod Bowen slotted in a late penalty. The visitors were the better side of the game, but they were…
Several reactions continue to trail the Confederation of African Football (CAF) judgment on the airport incident involving the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Libya. It should be recalled that members of the Nigerian team contingent were left stranded upon arrival at the Al-Abraq airport for a period spanning 20 hours. CAF, in passing a judgment…
NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, who confirmed the arrest in a statement at the weekend said the suspect is linked to a notorious bandit leader involved in kidnapping and banditry in Funtua. A suspected bandit, Umar Ibrahim, also known as Danlami Tela, has been apprehended by the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)…
The International Finance Corporation, IFC, has signed an agreement with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, to increase local currency financing to enable private businesses in Nigeria to grow and thrive. In a statement on Monday, the CBN said the collaboration would enable the IFC to manage currency risks and increase its investment in Nigerian…
Popular Nigerian reality star, Tacha has reacted after she slipped at Lagos Fashion Week She took a tumble on the runway while modelling for a popular hairline on Saturday. She shared a clip of the fall on her Instagram and Twitter pages and humorously captioned it, “She fell and ate”. See Video Below; …
The All Progressives Congress, APC, National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje has declared that his party would soon take over the leadership of Rivers State. Ganduje said the Rivers State chapter of the APC would be “rebuilt and repositioned” to establish a stronghold in the state. He spoke when Dawari Ibietela George, the 2023 governorship candidate of…
Chelsea battled to a hard-fought 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday evening, snapping their winless run of two games in the Premier League. Nicolas Jackson continued with his fine form in front of goal, scoring his sixth goal of the season after some wonderful work by Cole Palmer. The Blues were, however, pegged back…
You’ll have to go back to 2006 for the last time a defensive-minded player won the Ballon d’Or Award. Virgil Van Dijk was the recent defender to come desperately close to winning it when he finished second behind Lionel Messi in 2019. Five years later, questions are bound to arise about whether the time is…
Reacting, Damola shared the viral clip on his page, acknowledging the actress’s humility and courage. Popular Nigerian actor, Damola Olatunji has applauded his female colleague, Nkechi Blessing after she offered a public apology to Theater Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners of Nigeria, TAMPAN, and its president Mr Latin. Nkechi Blessing knelt to acknowledge her errors…
A coalition of Nigerian youth, student and civil society organizations has called for the immediate dismissal of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, citing recent incidents of alleged police brutality under his leadership. This is coming in the wake of the arrest and reported mistreatment of Peace Corps of Nigeria, PCN, Commandant Dickson Akoh, along…
Leaked results have surfaced online hinting at the likely winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or, just ahead of the grand ceremony set for Monday night in Paris. The world’s football elite will converge at the Theatre du Chatelet to celebrate the year’s standout male and female players as the French capital becomes the focal point…
Popular Nigerian skitmaker, Nasty Blaq, has thrown his weight behind Davido over the way the singer has been treated online. Nasty Blaq expressed discomfort with the way Davido has been disrespected in the industry and cited how he only wants to help people. He commented: “The disrespect Davido is receiving is excessive… He…
A senior lecturer in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, Prof Oguejiofo Ujam was on Sunday abducted along the Ugwuogo-Nike-Opi-Nsukka Road. Oguejiofor is the Dean, School of General Studies of the university. DAILY POST learnt that the kidnapping of the varsity don is one in a series of abductions along the road within the last…
Marriage is a beautiful journey filled with love, compromise, and sometimes, a little bit of healthy banter. But let’s face it, there are a few questions that, when asked, can transform a peaceful home into the front lines of a battle. Here’s a take on five classic questions that are notorious for starting a little…
In a relationship, imagine a woman who calmly addresses misunderstandings with grace, chooses to discuss rather than argue, and walks away from a heated moment with dignity-this is what classy women exemplify in their romantic engagements. Classy women navigate the complex dynamics of love with a composed demeanor, setting themselves apart by what they choose…
The government of Ogun State has directed the suspension of a teacher in the Obada Grammar School, Amzadjo Elijah, after a student of the school, Monday Arijo, allegedly died from complications resulting from 162 frog jumps and 24 strokes of the cane. It was reported that Arijpo died after being hospitalized for ten days following…
It can be disheartening to suspect that your partner is losing interest in your relationship. Nobody wants to contemplate a future without the person they love. This is why it is crucial to address any issues early on before they escalate into irreparable damage. The signs of a partner losing interest can be subtle and…
The legal team of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has vowed to visit the Biafra agitator despite restrictions by the Department of State Services, DSS. Kanu’s lead counsel, Aloy Ejimakor warned that the DSS would get into trouble with the Abuja Federal High Court if it insists on the restriction….
When embarking on the journey of love, it’s easy to be swept off your feet by the charm, wit, and allure of a potential partner. However, beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect relationship, there could be signs of trouble. Here are seven types of men who, despite their initial appeal, often lead to heartbreak…
Imagine planning a dinner date with your partner who prefers the quiet corners of a restaurant or choosing a movie night at home over a bustling party. These scenarios often ring true when one is in a relationship with a shy partner. Being with someone who is shy presents a unique set of dynamics that…
Yvonne Jegede Popular Nigerian actress, Yvonne Jegede, has shaved off her natural hair for a movie role. The thespian, while sharing the transformation on her Instagram page, explained that the decision was necessary to embody the character entirely. Yvonne Jegede, who said she had been nurturing the hair for 10 years before going bald, noted…
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau has saluted the Flying Eagles following the team’s victory over Niger Republic. The holders defeated the Young Mena 3-1 on Sunday night to secure a berth in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship where they will face Ghana. The win also guaranteed the Flying…
In today’s fast-paced world, the terms ‘courting’ and ‘dating’ often swirl around in conversations about relationships. While some people may use these terms interchangeably, they actually represent two distinct approaches to forming romantic connections. So, what exactly sets courting apart from dating? Let’s dive deep into the world of courting vs dating and explore their…
There is no doubt that dating is a bit complex. One needs to make up his/her mind and heart before diving into this business. Also, it must be kept in mind that rejections are bound to happen and there are possibilities that you may not find your ideal partner in one go. Because of all…
There are so many reasons why you’d want to read a book in 2024. You could be trying to improve your vocabulary. You could be trying to build a healthy reading habit. You could be trying to bond better with that cute lover of yours. Or maybe you’ve gotten some internal or external nudge to…
Wunmi, the widow of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has expressed readiness to finally conduct a Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) test to determine the paternity of their son, Liam. Recall that Mohbad died at the age of 27, with circumstances surrounding his death sparking controversies on social media. Wunmi had also been at…
