Famous Nigerian comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun have officially settled their 18-year-long feud. DAILY POST recalls that the duo have been in the news over their lingering feud. However, Basketmouth, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, shared a light-hearted video of their recent interaction. The video, which signifies a major reconciliation between the comedians, captured…
Paris Saint-Germain needed a late dose of luck to beat Girona 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night. The Ligue 1 champions toiled against the debutants at home for 88 minutes without finding the back of the net. However, Nuno Mendes’ low cross was fumbled into his own net by goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga….
The FCT Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has set up an ad-hoc committee to prepare for potential earth tremors in Mpape, Katampe, and Maitama areas of the nation’s capital. Following recent vibrations in those areas, FEMD’s Ag Director General, Engr Abdulrahman Mohammed, assured that the committee will educate residents on safety measures during and after tremors….
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that times are hard and Nigerians are currently hungry and angry. Makinde made this declaration on Wednesday while performing the ground-breaking ceremony for the upgrading of Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, to international standards. The governor, while addressing the gathering, said that his government will not…
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has declined assent to the Presumptive Tax Bill passed by the State House of Assembly in consideration of the current plights of the people, expressing his commitment to fight poverty and not the poor people. Governor Makinde in declining his assent to the Bill, noted that it would inflict more…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has fixed September 23 and 24, 2024, for its 297th Monetary Policy Committee meeting. The two-day event is scheduled for the bank’s headquarters in Abuja and is expected to roll out major monetary policies, including efforts to tackle inflation, which stood at 32.15 per cent in August. According to a…
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has said that the military has the presidential mandate to ensure a free, fair and credible governorship election in Edo State. Musa stated this on Wednesday in Benin during the various strategic meetings held with stakeholders, including troops of the Nigerian Army, ahead of Saturday’s governorship election….
Adamawa State Government has approved N2,937,217,120.45 for the reconstruction of the Yola Town market. The market was destroyed by fire about five months ago. The new market, to house 69 modern shops, would be completed within nine months. The approval was disclosed to journalists by the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Dr John Dabari, shortly…
A group called Obi-dients United For Equity, Justice, and Fairness, has accused the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, of neglecting the principles of quity and fairness he once upheld. Leader of the group, Ms. Blessing Edobor, in a statement on Wednesday, queried why the Labour Party governorship candidate in…
A faction of the Labour Party, LP, in Cross River State, some members of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, have presented the former chairman of NLC, John Ushie as chairman of the caretaker committee of the Party in the state. They made the presentation today in Calabar. Recall that Ushie led the same faction during…
Portuguese football star, Cristiano Ronaldo, has added a Nigerian touch to his latest Instagram content by featuring the popular song “Active” by a Nigerian singer Asake. The forward, who currently plays for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League and also captains Portugal’s national team, was seen playing padel tennis in the video as Asake’s…
Real Madrid Star, Rodrygo Goes has opened up on his relationship with teammates, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham at the club. He said there are no differences between him and the above-mentioned players. Recent reports hinted that Rodrygo is feeling left out at the club, especially with the arrival of Mbappe this summer….
Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Fintiri has implored the people for calm, following recent crisis linked to witchcraft, leading to the death of three persons and burning of many houses in Gyakan, Suwa and Shubo villages of Lamurde local government area of the state The governor who frowned at the act during his visit to the…
Parents of pupils who wrote the last common entrance examination into secondary schools in Ekiti State have called on Governor Biodun Oyebanji to probe the state Ministry of Education for allegedly bungling the conduct of the exercise. The angry parents specifically called on Oyebanji to set up a Panel of Inquiry to investigate what they…
The immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has left the office complex of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja hours after reporting at the facility on Wednesday to honour the invitation of the agency over alleged N80.2bn fraud. LEADERSHIP reports that the development comes after months of hide and seek game…
The number of fatalities from the Hezbollah pager explosions on Tuesday has risen to 12, including two children and four healthcare workers, according to Lebanon’s Health Minister, Firas Abiad. The explosions, which injured over 2,800 people, occurred across multiple locations, primarily in Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley. Many victims required surgery for severe…
Former Manchester United player Anthony Martial has officially signed for AEK Athens. The Greek side complete the move for the 28-year-old on a free deal, as the player is expected to arrive Wednesday. The French international spent nine years with the Red Devils though he never managed to break through and meet expectations that came…
The Nigerian Army has announced that its troops have successfully ambushed and neutralized more terrorists, and recovered weapons and logistics. In a statement on its social media platform, the Army reported that on 17 September 2024, troops on a sting operation in Kaduna State, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted terrorists attempting to cross from Alawa…
Italian icon Salvatore Schillaci, the top scorer at the 1990 World Cup has died. He was aged 59. Schillaci, better known as ‘Toto’, scored six goals to win the Golden Boot at the 1990 World Cup on home soil. Italy lost in the semi-finals, but Schillaci was also awarded the Golden Ball as the best…
Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has finally honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over issues raised against him while in office as governor. A statement from Yahaya Bello media office, signed by Ohiare Michael, as Director, confirmed the honouring of the anti-graft agency’s invitation. The statement read…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said it s providing emergency health assistance to victims of flooding in Nigeria. WHO in a statement on Monday, said it has deployed four mobile health teams comprising 20 medical personnel with essential drugs and medical supplies to the affected areas in Maiduguri, the capital of the country’s north-eastern…
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe, on Tuesday entered the top 10 all-time UEFA Champions League goalscorers’ list. Mbappe achieved the feat after scoring a goal in Real Madrid’s Champions League 3-1 win over Stuttgart. His team-mates Rudiger and Endrick also scored for the Los Blancos against the Bundesliga side. Mbappe’s goal for Real Madrid against…
John Mikel Obi has discussed the rift between him and Chelsea forward, Nicolas Jackson, DAILY POST reports. Mikel openly criticised Jackson following the Blues 2-0 opening day defeat to Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. Jackson had a goal ruled out for offside in the encounter and missed two good scoring opportunities. Mikel said after the game…
The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has set 2025 as the year for fast-tracked sugar project development in Nigeria. Executive secretary/CEO, NSDC Kamar Bakrin, made this declaration during a meeting weekend with investors from Uttam Sucrotech International (India), Niger Food Security Systems & Logistics Ltd, and American West African Agro (AWAA). The discussions centred around…
Former Premier League goalkeeper, Ben Foster has lauded Chelsea man, Robert Sanchez, describing the Spaniard as incredible. He was reacting to the goalkeeper’s performance in Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Bournemouth. The former Watford goalkeeper said the Spain International has all the tools to be a successful goalkeeper in the Premier League. Speaking on his YouTube…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, has declared its commitment to contesting and winning the upcoming local government elections scheduled for September 21, 2024. The declaration is coming a few hours after a high court in Abuja lifted the restraining order initially placed on the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission, KWAISEC. The court’s…
Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Binta Adamu Bello has said her administration would construct six victims’ support centres (shelters with skills acquisition facilities) for returned and rescued victims of trafficking in each of the six geopolitical zones of the country to cater for their maximum rehabilitation,…
The Federal, State and Local Governments in Nigeria shared N1.203 trillion as August 2024 revenue from the Federal Allocation Account Committee. This was contained in a communique on Tuesday by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa. The revenue distribution was announced at…
Recently, Justice Obiora Atuegwu Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to hold governors, their deputies, and others accountable for cases of irregularities that dogged the 2023 elections. The court, in a ruling on a mandamus lawsuit FHC/ABJ/CS/583/2023 brought by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project…
The Crack Squad, attached to Area Command in Ughelli, Delta State, has arrested five suspected kidnappers in a brothel and criminal hideout in Ewu Community. The suspects were arrested on September 12, 2024, at about 1:30 am. The police also recovered from the suspects one single barrel gun, three locally made cut-to-size guns, a cash…
The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA) has alerted on the planned water releases from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. The director-general of NIHSA, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, who issued the alert in a press statement on Tuesday, urged States and local government areas situated in riverine areas to heighten their vigilance and implement appropriate preparedness measures…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has underscored the crucial role the Nigerian capital market must play in the realisation of the target of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to create a trillion-dollar economy. “We are now in a knowledge-driven age; without the skill set, we cannot make much progress. The capital market has a very…
Two occupants of a Toyota Camry car bearing registration number Delta 01A – 75 DT were on Tuesday shot and fatally wounded along the Old Anwai Road in Asaba, the Delta State’s capital. The incident occurred about 300 metres away to the Government House where the vehicle was headed when it came under attack at…
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has given an honest verdict about the battle to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or. The Spain international admitted that people are trying to push him to win the Ballon d’Or this year, adding that he doesn’t think about winning the prestigious individual prize. Rodri was among the 30-man players that was…
Sonia, the estranged wife of the Nigerian footballer, Jude Ighalo, has publicly apologised to him following their social media controversies amid separation. Sonia tendered the apology on Tuesday in a now-trending post on Instagram. While sharing the memories of their time together, she described the footballer as a “wonderful man.” She wrote on Instagram: “Many…
The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Monday, held its grand finale campaign rally in Benin City, State capital, signaling the climax of its campaign for votes ahead of the forthcoming gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, September 21, 2024. The event attracted thousands of supporters, party leaders, and stakeholders, all demonstrating…
Liverpool have added two Nigerian players to their UEFA Champions League squad. The Reds will kick-start their Champions League campaign against AC Milan at San Siro on Tuesday night. According to UEFA’s official website, Arne Slot’s side have added centre-back Wellity Lucky-Omoruyi and midfielder Afolami Onanuga to their squad. The Premeir League giants have added…
The chief executive officer of Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Dicey Scroggins Distinguished Advocate Award. Medicaid Cancer Foundation disclosed this recently on behalf of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS). “Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a true champion for women’s health and a relentless advocate for those facing cancer,”…
The Rivers State Police Command has rescued 16 youths from job scammers and arrested a suspect. Rivers State Commissioner of Police Olatunji Disu briefed journalists at the Command Headquarters on Moscow Road on Tuesday, explaining that operatives from the Octopus Strike Force acted on credible intelligence about a possible hostage situation in a compound in…
Newly appointed Commissioner for the Lagos State Police Command, CP Ishola Olawale on Tuesday assumed office as the 40th Commissioner of Police in the state. CP Olawale took over the reign of the Lagos Police Command from Adegoke Fayode, who was recently promoted to the rank of the Assistant Inspector General of Police and reassigned…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) plans to broaden the application of its digital currency, eNaira, to enable payments into government accounts and allow Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to process vendor and beneficiary payments. This is according to the CBN’s newly released Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade, and Exchange Policy Guidelines for Fiscal Years 2024-2025…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has met with stakeholders in the country’s aviation sector, assuring them of the federal government’s commitment to creating a more conducive and better operating environment for airlines. The reassurance comes barely one week after the signing of the Cape Town Convention (CTC) Practice Directions. Shettima, while hailing Thursday’s signing of the…
President Bola Tinubu has assented to the Bill establishing the National Center for the Control of small arms and light weapons (NCCSALW) to curb proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country. National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu disclosed this on Tuesday at the workshop on gender mainstreaming in preventing the proliferation of…
Former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has has shared his thoughts on the Blues’ failure to sign Victor Osimhen The West London club were linked with Osimhen all summer but eventually missed out on the Nigerian. The Premier League giants made spirited efforts to sign the forward on transfer deadline day but failed to strike a…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has announced a global ban on several Russian state media networks, accusing them of using deceptive tactics to carry out influence operations and evade detection on its platforms. “After careful consideration, we expanded our ongoing enforcement against Russian state media outlets. Rossiya Segodnya, RT, and other…
The former Archbishop of Abuja Catholic Archdiocese, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, has called on the federal government to review policy aimed at curbing the current economic hardship bedeviling the country. Onaiyekan made the call in an interview with newsmen on the sideline of a Marian Concert, organised to mark the 2024 feast of the Nativity of…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) has urged Edo residents to vote for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, and his running mate, Omorodion Ogie, in the upcoming gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, September 21. At rallies in Igarra, Lampese and Ibillo in Akoko-Edo on Sunday, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan appealed to the Ebira people…
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to reverse its recent Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) price adjustment. The Director of CPPE, Muda Yusuf, disclosed this to DAILY POST in an exclusive interview on Monday. His comments came after the NNPCL announced a fresh…
The Ijaw National Congress, INC, worldwide has called on security agencies to carry out a thorough investigation to fish out the culprits responsible for the killings during the Ijaw Youth Congress, IYC, election. This was contained in a press release signed by the National Publicity Secretary, INC Worldwide, Chief Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha, on Monday. The release…
Tragedy struck on Monday when a fatal head-on collision claimed the life of a yet-to-be-identified man on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonshoki in Lagos. It was gathered that eight other commuters had varying degrees of injuries in the accident involving two Mazda commercial buses with registration numbers LND 624 YE…
