Some market watchers have said that factors such as the depreciation of the naira and the fuel prices will likely see inflationary trends re-emerge. These projections came ahead of the release of the inflation figure for September by the National Bureau of Statistics. Nigeria’s inflation figure stood at 32.15 per cent in August, a consecutive…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has alleged that it paid N64 million to the Nigeria Police to release its members who were arrested before the conduct of the September 21, 2024 governorship election. DAILY POST reports that the state chairman of the party, Dr Anthony Aziegbemi, made the allegation at…
The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), on Monday, disclosed that he was once compelled to sack a pilot in his multi-billion naira airline, Albarka Air (now defunct), for testing positive for drugs. Marwa made the revelation in Abuja at the third edition of The Conversation Conference, a…
Chelsea captain, Reece James, is back in full training with the rest of the team. James is yet to play for the Blues this season, with his last appearance coming in May. The England right-back recently suffered another setback in his recovery, but was able to join in training on Monday. The 24-year-old has barely…
Oyo state Governor, Seyi Makinde again, on Monday, expressed his administration’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with the Nigerian Air Force to improve security and promote development in the state. He made this commitment while playing host to the Air Officer Commanding, Logistics Command, NAF, Ikeja, Lagos, Air Vice Marshal Kolade Ademuwagun, at the governor’s office,…
Six persons have been reportedly killed in a renewed cult-related crisis in Auchi and South Ibie communities in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. DAILY POST gathered that the victims had in the last one week allegedly been killed in a fight between rival cult groups in the locality. The cult-related war which…
The Libyan Football Federation has condemned Nigeria’s decision to withdraw from the scheduled 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, threatening to take legal action to protect its national team’s interests. The Super Eagles cited safety concerns after being stranded at Al Abaq Airport for over 13 hours following an unexpected diversion on Sunday, prompting Nigeria…
The Bauchi State Judicial Service Commission, JSC, has approved the appointment of seven magistrates and upgraded seven Lower Sharia Court judges to the position of Upper Sharia Court judges. In a statement issued on Monday, the Secretary of the commission, Dr. Ibrahim Danjuma, announced the names of the newly appointed magistrates as Sadiq Mohammed Abubakar…
The New Nigeria Peoples Party has suspended the Secretary to the Kano State Government, Dr Abdullahi Bichi, and the Commissioner for Transport, Muhammad Diggol. The Kano State NNPP chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa, announced the suspension of the two government officials on Monday evening. According to Dungurawa, the suspension came after the party received multiple complaints from…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has said that Monday’s national grid collapse was partial, noting that it has begun system recovery to restore supply. The spokesperson of TCN, Ndidi Mbah disclosed this to DAILY POST in a chat on Monday. According to her, the national grid did not collapse entirely as the Akwa Ibom generating…
A 33-year-old man, Nasiru Isa, was on Monday sentenced to seven years in jail for sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl in Kano. The Federal High Court in Kano imposed the sentence on Monday, following Isa’s guilty plea to a one-count charge of sexual exploitation. Presiding judge, Justice S.M. Shu’aibu found the defendant guilty and sentenced…
Former Chelsea star, Tony Cascarino, has claimed Arsenal may be tempted to sell William Saliba to Real Madrid if they get the right offer. Saliba has been linked recently with a move to the LaLiga champions. In an interview with talkSPORT, Cascarino claimed that every footballer would be willing to play for a big club…
The two convicts of the kidnap and murder of five-year-old Hanifa Abubakar, Abdulmalik Muhammad Tanko and Hashimu Isyaku have filed a notice of appeal, challenging their death sentences at the Court of Appeal, Kano Division. It would be recalled that on the 28th of July, 2022, a Kano State High Court presided over by Justice…
Abia Warriors technical adviser Imama Amapakabo has described the narrow victory over Kwara United as a valuable point. Amapakabo believed that the win will help the team back on track after their disappointing results in Enugu last week. Abia Warriors defeated Kwara United 1-0 in a matchday six fixture at the Umuahia Township Stadium on…
Music mogul Sean Combs is facing a batch of new lawsuits including one alleging he molested a minor, the legal team behind the filings announced Monday. The federal civil complaints filed in Manhattan were filed anonymously, two by women named as Jane Does and four by men identified as John Does. The allegations in them…
Former England international, Paul Gascoigne, has urged Marcus Rashford to leave Manchester United and make a move to Italy. Gascoigne believes Rashford, who is going through another difficult spell at Old Trafford, is not happy in England. The 26-year-old was left out of Euro 2024 that lost 2-1 against Spain in the final. Asked if…
The World Food Programme has said over $ 228 million is needed to stave off catastrophe in northeast Nigeria. In a statement issued by the Head of Communications and Media, United Nations WFP, Chi Lael on Monday, after WFP’s Executive Director, Cindy McCain’s five-day visit to Nigeria, the fund is also needed to meet the…
Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni, has officially kicked off the 2025 budget bilateral discussions with ministries, departments, and agencies in the state. Represented by Secretary to the State Government, Baba Malam Wali, the governor emphasised the importance of transparency and public participation in governance as he seeks to build on his administration’s commitment to…
Gombe State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the state chapter of Nigeria Labour Congress on minimum wage. Speaking shortly after the MoU on Monday, Chairman of NLC Yusuf Aish-Bello, described the occasion as historic. He said, “We have signed an agreement on what will be paid to civil servants in Gombe State….
In a groundbreaking development, Gift Onwuadiamu, a U.S.-based emerging crime researcher and research assistant at the University of Delaware is leading efforts to address new crime patterns that threaten U.S. national security, critical infrastructure, and public safety. During an interactive session, Gift highlighted the rising trends in crime driven by digital and technological advances, as…
The Federal Government through the Nigeria Customs Service has approved the extension of the verification exercise for private jet owners by one month, from Monday, 14th October 2024, to Thursday, 14th November 2024. A statement signed by the Customs Spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, posted on the Facebook handle of the service on Monday, said the extension…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, has warned the newly installed Mogajis and Baales in Ibadanland not to use their positions to oppress their subjects. The traditional ruler gave this admonition during the installation of 12 Mogajis and three Baales. DAILY POST reports that the installation of the new traditional title holders was…
The United Nations Children’s Fund said Nigeria ranks first in Africa and second worldwide in the number of malnourished children. The Chief of Nutrition for UNICEF Nigeria, Nemat Hajeebhoy, said this on Monday at the ongoing three-day collaborative meeting between the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, and…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the sum of N77,000 as the minimum wage for the lowest worker in the state, and the payment takes immediate effect. This decision was revealed after a meeting of the state government led by the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, and the leadership of…
A former Edo State Deputy Governor, Pius Odubu, will lead the All Progressives Congress transition committee team that will work with the outgoing administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki. This was contained in a letter by the acting chairman of the APC, Jarrett Tenebe, made available to journalists in Benin. Others are Matthew Urhoghide, Osagie Ize-lyamu,…
A Nigerian man motivates others by sharing his incredible story of grass to grace The man showed old photos of himself and his girlfriend living in a small room while he worked a low-paying job. A few years later, he shared the journey of building his own house, from the foundation to the finishing details….
Darkness has hit Nigeria as the National grid recorded another collapse on Monday. The Spokesperson of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, Emeka Ezeh confirmed the grid collapse in a statement on Monday evening. According to him, the general system collapse occurred at 18.48 hours on Monday. The Disco said the development had led to a loss…
Jarvis responded to rumors that she left her AI content to be with TikTok star known as Peller. In a video, she mentioned that she noticed some people were searching for her. She explained that she has always been around, but her human side has been on adventures. Social media influencer Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, known…
The Benue State Government has established camps and began distribution of relief materials to flood victims in Makurdi, the state capital. A member of the state Technical Committee on Flood, Josephine Haba, while distributing the relief materials at NKST Primary School, Wadata, said all verified victims would be attended to. Haba said on Monday that…
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The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Ekaette Obot, has decried the shortage of judiciary staff in the state, saying that the last recruitment exercise was done 14 years ago. Speaking while addressing the opening session of the 2024/2025 Legal Year in Uyo, the state capital on Monday, the CJ called on the state…
President Bola Tinubu has insisted that recent economic measures, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of foreign exchange rates, is geared towards a broader strategy to stabilise the macroeconomic environment. He spoke on Monday during the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit, organised by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, NESG, and the Ministry of…
Kate Henshaw has responded to the news that the House of Representatives plans to pass a bill allowing FRSC officials to carry firearms. Concerned about the risks of this bill, she shared her thoughts on X emphasizing the ongoing fight against police brutality. Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has responded to the news that the House…
The Nigeria Police Force has denied claims that its personnel were forcefully evicted from Falomo Barracks in Lagos State. The police clarified that the occupants of the barracks were given adequate notice and paid N2 million each to secure alternative accommodation. The NPF’s rebuttal comes following allegations in some quarters that officers living in the…
Médecins Sans Frontières, MSF, has raised concerns over a surge in malnutrition cases among children in northern Nigeria, particularly in flood-affected regions such as Borno and other northeastern states. MSF expressed concern that, despite it being harvest season in the region, the number of malnourished patients admitted to hospitals continues to rise across healthcare centres…
The Yoruba comic actor was seen with Nigerian Afrobeat star Davido and others. In a video shared by Ijebu, he took photos and videos with Davido, who had a bright ‘001’ mark on his left cheek. It looked like Ijebu was part of the adult area at the birthday party for Davido’s twins. Ijebu had…
Tinuade Ladoja, one of the wives of the former governor of Oyo State and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, has died. She passed away at the age of 71 on Monday morning after a brief illness. The media aide to former Governor Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, confirmed her demise in a telephone interview with…
Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Monday accused the Department of State Services, DSS, of denying the agitator access to his lawyers. Ejimakor wondered if Kanu was hale and hearty with this latest action by DSS. On September 24, 2024, Kanu caused an uproar…
The Federal Government has officially upgraded Maiduguri’s Muhammadu Buhari Airport to international status, with full international operations set to begin in January 2025. This was disclosed on Monday in a release signed by the Director of Press for the Minister of Aviation, Odutayo Oluseyi. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development of Nigeria, Festus Keyamo,…
The Super Eagles have landed at the Aminu Kano International Airport after a botched match-day four of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in Benghazi. The inability to play the match stemmed from the unpleasant treatment meted out to the visitors which meant that they had to be…
The captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong, has declared that he is proud of the current team because the ‘Naija spirit can’t be broken.’ The former Watford defender said this after the Super Eagles returned to Nigeria following their ordeal in Libya. Troost-Ekong and his teammates were stranded for over 15 hours at the…
The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has inaugurated its newly elected executives to steer the affairs of the party in the state for the next three years. The inauguration and handing-over ceremony were held on Monday at the party’s secretariat in Abeokuta, the state capital. The executives were elected at the last…
Hundreds of students of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, in Oyo State, staged protests on Monday against the refusal of the institution to mobilise them for national service. The national service, conducted by the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, is an avenue for graduates from universities and polytechnics to serve their fatherland. However, some graduates of the…
By making your property less inviting and more challenging for snakes to navigate, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of encountering these reptiles. Have you spotted one or two snakes in your backyard and you are wondering how to get rid of them? Most people hate snakes and always want to keep them away. 5…
Banana leaves are elements of a banana tree and are taken into consideration as dietary and healthful as banana fruits. The leaves of bananas are problems to be had in numerous components of India and are carried out in more than one way, from treating powerful ailments to the use of them in culinary or…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party announced on Monday that it has filed a petition to challenge the outcome of the September 21 governorship election. Speaking at a press conference in Benin, the party’s state chairman, Tony Aziegbemi, confirmed that the PDP successfully filed the petition on Saturday, narrowly beating the deadline,…
App-based transport workers, under the aegis of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria, have expressed worry at the rising cost of their services. They said that it had negatively affected their operations and welfare. An ex-officio of the union, Mr Jossy Olawale, told NAN on Monday in Lagos that the rising cost of…
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has fully transitioned to a new finacle core banking application systems suite. The bank announced the completion of the transition in a message to customers. The transition, which began over the weekend, has affected customers’ use of digital channels for transactions and delayed the reopening of GTBank’s branches on Monday, October…
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 435 clinical research centres across the country by 2028, with a target to generate $3.8bn in revenue from clinical trial activities. The National Coordinator of the Presidential Unlocking Healthcare Value Chain Initiative, Abdu Muktar made this disclosure on Monday during a panel session titled ‘Is the Market…
A Nigerian man, @daniels_osi, has shared why he stopped attending church. @daniels_osi shared his story while reacting to a tweet by X influencer @AjeboDanny about Christians who have never asked their pastors for financial help having no right to ask outsiders. In a viral tweet, @daniels_osi said he was devoted and lived in a church…
