The deputy governor of Edo state, Philip Shuaibu, has reacted to the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in last Saturday’s governorship. Speaking on Arise Television, Shuaibu said he feels vindicated with the outcome of the polls which saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, become the governor-elect of Edo state. “I…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently presiding over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting is holding amid talks from different quarters that a cabinet reshuffle is imminent. Tinubu, who has vowed to fire non-performing ministers, has ignored talks about rejiging his cabinet. Before the…
A member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North West/Ibadan South West federal constituency, Hon Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, has appealed to leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to learn from their previous mistakes. Olajide who was elected on the platform of the PDP advised the party’s leaders to close ranks and unite so…
Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed a suit seeking the removal of Dr Abdullahi Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The suit instituted against Ganduje by the APC North Central Group was thrown out on Monday by the Judge on various grounds. Among others,…
Sixteen people were injured in a Russian airstrike on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhya on Monday morning, the local authorities said. It was reportedly the first time that the city had been targeted with so-called glide bombs, according to Ukrainian media reports. The overnight attack damaged 13 residential buildings, two kindergartens and several cars,…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has revealed that its members will be meeting with Dangote Refinery this week over the direct lifting of Premium Motor Spirit(Petrol) and its price reduction. The Spokesperson of IPMAN, Chief Chinedu Ukadike disclosed this in a recent statement explaining that the members are optimistic about commencing the direct…
Reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu says the outcome of the just concluded governorship election in the state justified his claims that the incumbent Governor, Goodwin Obaseki was unpopular. Shaibu, who spoke on Monday during a program on Arise TV, claimed that Obaseki has never won any election by himself, stressing that the…
Supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) staged a protest on Sunday against the collation of the Edo governorship election results in Benin, the state capital. The demonstration took place near the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), where the results are being collated. As of Sunday evening, the All Progressives Congress (APC)…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has released six persons arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protest in Kaduna state. The director-general of the secret service, Adeola Ajayi, reportedly directed the release six protesters after the conclusion of investigation. According to the DSS, three other protesters would be arraigned in court. Nigerians staged a 10-day nationwide protest…
Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is costing to victory in the election He is closely followed by the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Asue Ighodalo while Olumide Akpata of Labour Party (LP), comes distant third. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has lost his local government area to Monday Okpebholo, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the September 21, 2024, governorship election. According to ChannelsTV, Obaseki, who is from the Oredo Local Government Area, had strongly supported Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the election….
A coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (NCSSR), says it observed “widespread instances of blatant vote buying and selling across several polling units” in the ongoing Edo State Governorship election. “Situation Room observers reported widespread instances of blatant vote buying and selling across several polling units, despite the huge…
The candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Olumide Akpata lost his polling unit to the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) Asue Ighodalo according to the results released on the INEC’s portal, also showed that the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) Monday Okpebholo and Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) Asue Ighodalo are leading in their strongholds which are Edo…
The ruling All Progressives Congress, on Saturday, congratulated the First Lady and wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 64th birthday anniversary. The National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka, disclosed this in a congratulatory message issued in Abuja. In the statement, Morka described her as a philanthropist and…
The Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor-Kalu, has provided reasons why he stopped using his private jet. In a video obtained by a correspondent on Saturday, the former Governor of Abia State said he chose to use commercial flights instead following the economic situation. He disclosed that he had to ground the jet to drive…
Scores of aged voters trooped out in large numbers in Ewohimi in Esan South East Local Government Area to exercise their franchise in Saturday’s Governorship election in Edo State. DAILY POST reports that among the aged voters are Chief Ikehide Honda, 91 years old, Mrs Betty Evbuomwan, 82 years and Chief Idida Friday, over 70…
The phased demolition of the Ekeoha market in Aba, popularly known as the Shopping centre has commenced, in preparation for the Abia State government’s remodelling project. The remodelling of the market, according to the Abia State government, is to bring the market to international standards and ensure the safety of traders and their customers as…
May Edochie, the estranged wife of actor Yul Edochie, has stunned her fans and followers with a sweet video from her surprise birthday party at her mansion. Legit.ng recalls reporting that May marked her birthday by posting pictures of her in lovely dresses. On Friday, September 20, the fast-rising influencer shared a video from DJ…
Nigerian controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, aka Portable Zazu, was the prominent dignitary during this year’s Isese Day celebration in Oke Osa. Portable, who made headlines after gifting the King of Oke Osa, Waliu Oduntan, his Range Rover, was spotted walking on the streets with a masquerade alongside some people. In one of the videos,…
Sophia Momodu, a fashion entrepreneur and mother to Afrobeats sensation Davido’s daughter, Imade Adeleke, sparked social media outrage with her unapologetic display of wealth. On Friday, September 20, she turned to Snapchat to show off the inside glimpse of her newly purchased property, leaving viewers stunned. In the video, Sophia led her followers on a…
Officials at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and domestic crude oil refiners have taken a stand against major oil marketers in Nigeria starting to import Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol. Oil refiners alleged that some imported fuels were inferior to those made by the Dangote refinery and officials of the $20 billion plant located…
Five aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna State have obtained an exparte order from an Abuja Federal High Court, restraining the party and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from holding state congress and elections scheduled for Saturday September 21, pending the determination of motion on notice for interlocutory in injunction….
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to remain patient despite the high cost of living, stating that the country can no longer expect “a free bowl” without addressing its economic challenges. The President made this remark during a visit from former Nigerian lawmakers at the State House in Abuja on Friday. Tinubu acknowledged the…
The Lagos state government says it will divert traffic away from a 200-metre section of Ahmadu Bello Way from 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22. The commissioner for transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said in a statement on Friday in Lagos that the diversion would cover Tiamiyu Savage Street to Adetokunbo Ademola Street. Mr…
The Presidency, on Friday, faulted a report by Bloomberg of delayed coupon payments on savings bonds, saying all financial obligations are being met on schedule. Bloomberg had reported that Nigerian authorities had failed to make timely coupon payments on two savings bonds, citing “system and processing issues” as the cause for the delay. The report…
The National leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, says the party would not play second fiddle in the nation’s political space. According to Kwankwaso, the state chapters of the NNPP would be strengthened before the next general elections. A statement on Friday by Osun NNPP chairman, Dr. Tosin Odeyemi, quoted the…
Professor Rhoda Gumus, the national commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in charge of Edo state, has expressed worry over the presence of some people in the agency’s office in Oredo local government area (LGA). Speaking on Friday night, September 20, in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today’, monitored by Legit.ng, Prof….
Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Imo, Mrs Mary Mbanugo, says officers of the NSCDC are ready for deployment to cover the Edo governorship and Imo council elections. This is contained in a statement signed by the NSCDC’s Public Relations Officer in Imo, Mr Lowell Chimeziri, a Chief Superintendent of…
President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, emphasised that he is not in office for personal gain but to serve the country. Speaking during a meeting with the Forum of Former Presiding Officers of the National Assembly, led by former Senate President, Ken Nnamani, Tinubu reassured Nigerians that his administration’s primary focus is on driving real change…
The Action People’s Party (APP) in Rivers State says it will appeal the decision of a Federal High Court which dismissed its suit seeking the replacement of the pro-Nyesom Wke lawmakers in the State. Speaking at a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Friday, the State Legal Adviser of the party, Henry Ekine, maintained that…
A suspected sex worker who was seen in a viral video undressed and tied to a chair in a hotel in Abuja has narrated her ordeal in the hands of a 30-year-old man, Joseph Efe. Efe who was arrested for stealing a cellphone from the suspected sex worker, said he committed the crime to raise…
An eleventh-hour attempt by the All Progressives Congress, APC to get the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Asue Ighodalo disqualified from the Edo State Governorship election has been dismissed. The APC suit filed at the federal high court in Abuja seeking to oust Ighodalo from the gubernatorial race was dismissed on Friday…
Most filling stations in the Federal Capital Territory have implemented the Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) third pump price hike under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. DAILY POST gathered on Friday that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company retail outlets and independent marketers such as AA Rano, Shema, Ranoil, Total and others have commenced implementation of the…
The governorship candidate of the Accord Party, Kennedy Iyere, has officially withdrawn from the upcoming 2024 Edo Gubernatorial election, citing a desire to serve Nigeria at a higher level and address pressing social and economic challenges, particularly the food crisis. In a statement announcing his decision, Iyere highlighted his commitment to leveraging his expertise to…
Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has urged all stakeholders, including candidates in the forthcoming Edo State governorship election, to prioritize peace and security. Jonathan spoke in a statement on Thursday made available to journalists by his media adviser, Ikechukwu Eze. He charged politicians to refrain from all actions that may undermine the peace and…
In a swift response to a recent Bloomberg article, the Presidency on Friday vehemently denied claims of delayed coupon payments on savings bonds, asserting that all financial obligations are being met on schedule. In a post on his X handle, Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser on information and strategy to President Bola Tinubu, challenged the…
Veteran music producer ID Cabasa has dismissed the Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton’s condemnatory view of Afrobeats. Banton had in August described Afrobeats as a “shallow and unsubstantial music genre,” arguing that it doesn’t spotlight the struggles of Africa despite its global recognition. Speaking with journalists at the memorial lecture of the late cleric, Denis…
Ahead of Saturday’s local government elections in Kwara State, the state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for maximum protection and safety of journalists and observers that would be assigned for the coverage of the elections. In a statement issued in Ilorin on Friday, the state chairman of the Union, Abdullateef…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured a deal with the builders of the Ajaokuta Steel Plant, Messrs Tyazhpromexport, for the rehabilitation, completion and operation of the plant, and the National Iron Ore Mining Company, NIOMCO. The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, signed the Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the Nigerian government in…
Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has assured candidates seeking admission into the institution’s Distance Learning Centre (DLC) that they will enjoy equal rights and privileges as their counterparts on the campus. Speaking while addressing candidates writing Post-UTME at the centre, Prof Adebowale said distance learning students would receive the same certificate…
Famous Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke, has expressed comfort with public perceptions about him. The actor in a recent Instagram post on his page, noted that he will not compromise his principles, even if it means being misunderstood. Jim Iyke explained that his decision to stand by his values has helped him shape his career. “I…
LESS than 24 hours before the governorship election, the governorship candidate of the Accord Party (AP), Kennedy Iyere has withdrawn from the race and the party immediately announced Dr. Bright Enabulele as the new candidate of the party. The leadership of the party said it was not perturbed by the sudden withdrawal of Iyere and…
The Nigerian Army and Police have assured the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) of maximum security for the 2,550 corps members participating in the Edo State gubernatorial election. This assurance was given on Friday during the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed’s advocacy visit to the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, and the Edo State…
American singer, Lady Gaga has revealed why she chose to ignore rumours that she’s a transgender. Speaking in an interview with Variety, Gaga disclosed that she chose not to address the rumours because she didn’t want to make being transgender seem shameful. “I didn’t feel like a victim with that lie and I thought: What…
A few days after Imo state emerged tops in the former Eastern Region in functional health facilities, it has now recorded the first position in Nigeria in terms of literacy rate among young women. In a survey carried out by StatiSense, a data and policy analyst organisation, Imo polled 83.5 per cent of the total…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed a suit seeking to replace the 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The lawsuit sought to replace these lawmakers over their alleged switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the…
THE governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Olumide Akpata has denied reports that he has resigned from the governorship race and directed his followers to vote for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Addressing a press conference in his office, Akpata said “This falsehood is illustrative of the evil machinations of those who have held…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that some of the people in government both at the executive and legislative levels, should be permanently behind bars for their past misdemeanor and criminal misconduct. Obasanjo, who said this in Lagos virtually on Thursday at the memorial lecture of Denis Joseph Slattery in Lagos, noted that government officials…
Evicted Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Ben, has tipped Kellyrae to win the reality show. Speaking in a post-eviction interview with Classic FM alongside his colleague, Chizoba, Ben declared that there was nothing anyone could do to stop Kellyrae from winning the show because Nigerians were behind him. He explained that although he…
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has restrained the Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from holding state congress and elections scheduled for Saturday September 21, pending the determination of motion on notice for interlocutory injunction. Five aggrieved members of the party in Kaduna…
