Ministry of Women Affairs has expressed deep concern over the recent detention of 52 children who were reportedly arrested on August 3, during the #Endbadgovernance protest in Kano and Kaduna States. The statement signed by the Minister, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, noted that Public concern about the treatment, safety, and rights of these detained children was…
The management of Dangote Refinery on Sunday, revealed the price it is selling petrol per litre from its refinery to marketers. According to Dangote, petrol from its refinery is sold to trucks at the rate of ₦990 per litre, while it is sold to ships at the rate of ₦960 per litre. The statement from…
Renowned Nigerian activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has issued a bold ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu’s administration in his latest video, drawing a line in the sand over the fate of a group of underaged boys he claims have been unjustly detained. In a powerful message, VDM revealed his growing outrage…
The woman, a campaigner for President Bola Tinubu, claimed the project had been diverted into her estate, resulting in the demolition of her properties despite her government-issued certificates. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, ordered security to remove a woman who identified herself as a patron of the Tinubu Campaign Organisation after she questioned the Lagos-Calabar…
Dimeji Ajibola, the Nigerian filmmaker behind the popular series Shanty Town, is dead. He died today after battling an undisclosed illness, according to his colleague, Samuel Olatunji, who disclosed the news in a message he sent to the Nigerian Tribune. Ajibola’s work spanned film, animation, VFX, virtual worlds, and interactive media. He held a diverse educational background,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won eight chairmanship seats as some results of the local government election in Cross River State emerge. The APC has won eight Local Government Areas so far, based on the results already declared from the November 2 elections. Reports have it that the LGAs already won by the APC…
The joint operation of the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) and the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (Ochabrigade) yielded positive results as both security agencies rescued a kidnapped victim at Nimo Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State on Saturday 2nd November, 2024. Report of the rescue operation as released by the Southeast…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike and renowned human rights lawyer and former chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Chidi Odinkalu, have entered into a heated exchange following remarks made by Wike during an event on Friday. At the launch of the ₦10 billion FCT Renewed Hope program, which introduced 80…
If you need to substitute tomatoes in your cooking, whether due to allergies, taste preferences, or simply running out of them, several vegetables can work well as replacements. Several vegetables can work well as replacements. Here are some options, along with tips on how to use them: 1. Red bell peppers Flavor Profile: Sweet and…
In today’s world, people often equate health with fitness routines, strict diets, or physical appearance, which can make it hard to recognize true health in oneself. The reality, however, is that health goes far beyond outward signs. Strength and well-being are often reflected in subtler, everyday aspects that many people overlook or undervalue. If you’re…
A police operative attached to Otuocha Area Command, Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State has shot dead a youth in the area. It was gathered that the youth had a disagreement with the policemen at a checkpoint over N100, during which one of them quickly pulled the trigger and shot him dead. A…
As Nigerians continue to express frustration over the recent fuel price hike by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, NigeriaMedia provides the latest updates on petrol scarcity, rising fuel prices, and reactions from the government and citizens. Price Of Dangote Fuel Higher Than Other Sources, We Must Consider Nigerians – IPMAN The Independent Petroleum…
Welcome to today’s roundup of the top newspaper headlines for November 3rd, 2024. 1. Edo Govt Confirms Naija News Exclusive Story, Says EFCC Plans To Cripple Govt, Governance The Edo State Government has confirmed the detention of the State Accountant General, and four others by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This is coming…
What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 2nd November, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market?…
The body of Liam Love, a former British soldier killed while fighting in Ukraine, has returned to his parents’ home in County Fermanagh. The 24-year-old will be laid to rest after a funeral service at St. Patrick’s Church in Derrygonnelly on Saturday. Liam had served four years with the Royal Anglian Regiment and was involved…
The Nigeria Police Force has apprehended Private Bara’u Tajuddeen, a soldier with service number 22NA/82/3441, over alleged theft of military ammunition and anti-aircraft rounds. Tajuddeen, assigned to the 19 Special Force Brigade in Maiduguri, was detained at the Maiduguri motor park en route to Kano, where he allegedly plannes to sell the stolen weapons to…
A woman in New Jersey made headlines after a bold display while casting her vote at a Hamilton Township firehouse on October 26. The incident occurred when a poll worker informed her that she could not wear a MAGA hat and pro-Trump shirt inside the polling place, located about five miles east of Trenton. Jill…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has decried the absence of results sheets across the 54 wards that make up the five Local Government Areas of Cross River North. The PDP Vice Chairman for the northern senatorial district, Chief Austin Edibe, said this while fielding questions from journalists during Saturday’s local government election in Ogoja. He…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finally spoken out on the controversy surrounding the Rivers State House of Assembly. NigeriaMedia reports that the electoral body has cited conflicting court judgments as the reason for its earlier silence on the issue. According to INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, the commission has been monitoring the situation…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Executive Committee has sanctioned contracts totaling N33.24 billion for new projects scheduled over the coming year. This decision was reached at the committee’s ninth meeting, chaired by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, in Abuja on Friday. Following the meeting, Chidi Amadi, the Minister’s Chief of Staff, informed journalists that these projects…
Senator Kingibe said that while the projects were supposed to benefit the FCT residents, as reported, there was no place to see them. In a statement on Saturday morning, the FCT Senator regretted that residents of the capital city were being deceived. “At the recent Round Table Meeting of the Senate Committee on Water Resources,…
Governor Bala Mohammed decried that poor and hungry children who exercised their rights to peaceful protest were being tried and put in a worse condition by the government. The Bauchi State Governor expressed his displeasure in a statement in Hausa on his Facebook handle, “ArewaMuFarka,” on Saturday. “How do you expect a person who is…
The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, has distanced itself from what it described as President Bola Tinubu’s bias for the Yoruba in federal appointments. The group insisted that they do not support Tinubu for appointing Yorubas as head of all arms of the criminal justice system and other sectors. Afenifere shared its reservations in a statement…
The governor of Abia state, Alex Otto on Saturday, November 2, commended the conduct of the Local Government elections in the state. Speaking with journalists in the state, Otti said the electoral process was smooth. The governor who cast his votes at about 12.19 pm at Ahiafor Umuru-Umuehim Nvosi Polling Unit 017 in Isiala Ngwa…
Traders at Umuahia’s major market, Orie Ugba were on Saturday morning, chased away from the market by a combined enforcement team. The traders, some of who came from different parts of the state, disobeyed the Abia State government’s directive restricting the movement of humans and vehicles during election hours. When DAILY POST visited the market…
The estranged wife of controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, May Edochie, has given reasons for rejecting movie roles in Nollywood, despite getting mouth-watering offers from producers. NigeriaMedia reports that May during a recent interview with Nigerian comedian, Ayo Makun, better known as AY said she has been turning down several movie roles for the past…
A former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Prof Amos Utuama (SAN), is dead. NigeriaMedia reports that Utuama passed away at 77, but details surrounding his demise are still unknown. Paying tribute to Utuama, former Governor, James Ibori, expressed deep respect and admiration for the deceased. He said, “Professor Amos Agbe Utuama, my humble, loyal, and…
Suspected cultists on Friday afternoon killed a man identified as Nonso in Awka, the Anambra State capital. Nonso the third son in a family of three sons is said to have lost two of his brothers earlier in similar incidences attributed to cultism. A source said Nonso was killed in broad daylight on Friday afternoon…
A tragic incident in Igburowo town, located in the Odigbo council area of Ondo State, has led to the reported suicide of 58-year-old Omolayo Bamidele, a father of four. Authorities suggest the act may have stemmed from a heated disagreement with family members. According to sources, Bamidele ingested a toxic chemical, believed to be Sniper,…
A Nigerian woman, Chizoba Ibebuike Okeke, is currently trending over a comment she made, boasting about her husband being afraid of her. The viral post has elicited varying reactions on social media, with many people dragging her for publicly disrespecting her husband. Reacting to the post, former Managing Director of Anambra Broadcasting Service, ABS, Dr….
The spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, clarified that individuals under the age of seven cannot be prosecuted. In an interview with Channels TV, Adejobi explained that anyone older than seven can face legal charges if they commit an offense. His statement comes in response to public concerns over the recent arraignment…
Nollywood actor and film producer Kunle Afolayan has announced the passing of his mother, Omoladun Afolayan, who has died at the age of 81. The film producer shared the sad news on his Instagram page on Saturday, posting cherished memories with his late mother, including photos of her with her grandchildren. He wrote, “It is…
An unidentified man was electrocuted while attempting to steal transformer cables belonging to the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC on Friday in Gombe. Confirming this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, the Police Public Relations Officer, Gombe State Command, said the incident happened at about 7:00a.m. “Around 7:00a.m. on…
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has condemned the outrage over the arraignment of minors before of court in Abuja on Friday, November 1. The IGP’s condemnation comes shortly after several Nigerians and leaders called for a review of the process that led to the arrest and detention of the malnourished-looking children in court….
Nigerian TikTok star Peller is reportedly being monitored by the FBI due to alleged past involvement in internet fraud, commonly known as “Yahoo-Yahoo.” The claims came to light through controversial journalist Kemi Olunloyo, who stated on social media that an FBI source had informed her of Peller’s suspected connection to cybercrime. Olunloyo revealed in an…
In a heart-stopping revelation that has taken the internet by storm, a self-proclaimed born-again Christian delivered an unfiltered confession of his chilling past, leaving Yinka Ayefele visibly unsettled. Unleashing a string of unimaginable horrors, he admitted to mercilessly claiming numerous lives, committing acts so grotesque that they defy belief—including the consumption of human bodies, especially…
Khalid Aminu, a man who was arrested while taking part in the #EndBadGovernance protests, has narrated his harrowing ordeal after he was detained and allegedly tortured by the Department of State Services (DSS) for over two months. Aminu, an engineer, was one of several young demonstrators who took to the streets in early August to…
What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 1st November, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate): The…
The ban on roadside sales of Petroleum products in Akwa Ibom State has been greeted with mixed reactions by motorists, residents and commuters who have expressed divergent views over the decision which comes into effect immediately . The chairman, committee on Petroleum Products Monitoring, Mr Godwin Ekpo, a former lawmaker had in a statement announced…
Since the removal of fuel subsidy by the federal government, as well as the devaluation of the naira, majority of Nigerians have been plunged into untold economic hardship as the prices of foodstuff and other essential commodities continue to rise on a daily basis. Many essential commodities like rice, maize, guinea corn, millet and beans…
The Association of Poultry Farmers in Nigeria has urged the Nigerian government to establish a special intervention fund for its members to significantly reduce egg prices. The Director General of the Association, Onallo Akpa, made this request on Friday in an interview with Channels Television, monitored by DAILY POST. His appeal comes as the price…
As Nigerians continue to face challenges following the recent fuel price increase by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, updates on petrol scarcity, price hikes, and the reactions of both the government and citizens continue to unfold. Dangote Refinery has called the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria’s (IPMAN) claim about difficulties in loading…
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, was on Friday grilled by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over claims of bribing some officials of the commission with the sum of ₦15 million. NigeriaMedia recalls that Bobrisky was heard in a viral audio released by social media critic, Martins Otse, also known…
Former presidential spokesman Doyin Okupe has appealed to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and oil marketers to be sensitive to Nigerians’ plight and avoid making President Bola Tinubu look bad. In a statement titled ‘Dangote Refinery, NNPCL, Oil Marketers and the Voodoo of PMS Pricing’, Okupe criticized the opaqueness and lack of transparency…
Delivering a sermon at the Cathedral Church of St. Matthew, Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, the Archbishop and Primate of All Nigeria, the Most Rev. Dr. Henry Ndukuba, expressed concern over the sudden demise of Chief Dr. Emmanuel C. Iwuanyanwu and prayed for God to raise another patriotic leader like him…
Imo State billionaire Chief Dr. Ugonna Osinachi Cliff Orabuchi, widely known as Panteka and CEO of Teka Group LTD, recently paid a grand farewell to his father-in-law, Nze Mathias Nwafor Uzo Orakwute, with a casket reportedly worth over 130 million Naira. Nze Mathias, originally from Oba in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State,…
Antonio Conte appears to aim a subtle dig at Victor Osimhen after his recent comment about his replacement, Romelu Lukaku, after Napoli’s win over AC Milan. Osimhen left Estadio Diego Armando Maradona on acrimonious terms after Napoli botched his moves to Paris Saint-Germain and Saudi club Al-Ahli and wanted to push him to Chelsea. Conte…
An Ohio teen learned his fate for the killing of a 14-year-old boy shot 13 times in the back after leaving the killer’s girlfriend’s house. Steven Sopko, 17, was sentenced on Thursday to life in prison with parole possible after 31 years for killing Braylon Hardges, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael C. O’Malley announced in a…
Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general elections, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the arrest, detention, and arraignment of 76 #EndBadGovernance protesters. Atiku condemned the actions of the government, stating that even underage children have not been spared from what he describes as the “wickedness”…
Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi said Friday, Nov. 1, he would “step aside” after his party suffered a resounding defeat in general elections, according to preliminary tallies. “I wish to congratulate the opposition on their victory and concede the election,” Masisi told reporters at a press conference, adding it had been “a good journey”. His…
