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FG revokes Julius Berger’s contract
The Federal Government has revoked a section of the Abuja-Kaduna highway contract being handled by Julius Berger. Daily Trust reports that the contract was awarded to Julius Berger in 2018 when former President Muhammadu Buhari was in power. While the Kaduna-Zaria section has been completed and Zaria-Kano section almost done, the Abuja-Kaduna section has recorded
Many arms used by terrorists belonged to FG – Ribadu
Many of the illicit weapons currently used by terrorists and bandits originally belonged to the Federal Government, according to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. Ribadu spoke at the Arms Destruction Exercise organised by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) in the Office of the National
Setback for Obi faction as INEC recognizes Abure as LP chairman
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recognised Julius Abure as Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a letter addressed to Barrister Abure and Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary of the Commission, Mrs Rose Oriaran- Anthony, invited them to the fourth consultative meeting with the political parties, on Thursday in Abuja. A Federal High
INEC fixes Nov 2025 for Anambra guber poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced November 6, 2025, as the date for the off-cycle governorship election in Anambra State. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said this on Thursday in Abuja at an, extraordinary meeting with leaders of the nation’s registered political parties, which he said would be the last in its regular
There will be zero deaths from road crashes by 2030 –FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Thursday expressed optimism that by 2030, there would be zero deaths resulting from road crashes in Nigeria. Corps Marshal of FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, made this known in Makurdi during his presentation as a guest speaker at the maiden stakeholders town hall meeting on the theme: “Stakeholders Engagement: A
40 Al-Qalam students get ASR Africa achievers award
ASR Africa has conferred the prestigious “Abdul Samad Rabiu Achievers Award” on 40 mentees from its mentorship program in Al-Qalam University, Katsina state. The 3-month mentorship program organized for students of the Al-Qalam University ended with a ceremony in the University. The program, which focused on 3 thematic areas of career, personal, and entrepreneurial development,
Reactions as Don Jazzy donates N100m to VDM’s NGO
Popular social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, has disclosed that music producer Michael Collins Ajereh, aka Don Jazzy, is the anonymous donor that sent N100 million to his newly established Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO). VDM initially raised concerns regarding the huge amount that was deposited into the account in a video via
Edo: Okpebholo Accuses Obaseki Of Last-Minute Looting
Senator Monday Okpebholo, governor-elect of Edo State, has accused the administration of Godwin Obaseki, the outgoing governor, of allegedly looting government property. He also alleged that Obaseki has been involved in last-minute loan requests under shady circumstances from financial institutions a few days before his handing over. Okpebholo, elected under the APC ticket, will be
Kaduna LG Chairman tasks successor to take IGR seriously
The outgoing chairman of Kaduna North Local Government Area, Muktar Baloni, has urged his successor to take Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) seriously. He emphasized that IGR is crucial for success as a council chairman, especially in urban areas like Kaduna North. Baloni spoke at the end-of-tenure presentation titled “Achievements, Challenges, and Recommendations,” held at the
ASUP threatens Strike over failure to implement agreements
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to implement agreements aimed at improving members’ working conditions or face nationwide industrial action. Speaking at a news briefing in Kaduna, ASUP Chairman of the Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter, Comrade Abubakar J. Abdullahi, informed union members of the resolutions reached
NPFL: Rivers United maintain unbeaten run, Remo Stars fall in Jos
Rivers United extended their unbeaten streak to seven games after dispatching Shooting Stars 2-0 in Port Harcourt on Thursday. The first 45 minutes failed to produce a goal, with both teams failing to convert their chances. Rivers United, however, took the lead in the 51st minute through Aniekeme Okon, while Ndifreke Effiong doubled the advantage
NPFL: Rivers United maintain unbeaten run, Remo Stars fall in Jos
Kano local government election responsibility of state electoral commission – INEC
The Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Ambassador Abdu Zango, has said that this month’s local government council election in Kano is the responsibility of the state independent electoral commission. Zango told newsmen on Thursday that his office is not participating in the elections. According to him, everything about the election
Kano local government election responsibility of state electoral commission – INEC
Number of out-of-school children in FCT annoying – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has taken the Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, to task over the increasing number of out-of-school children in the country, calling on the agency to intensify efforts to reverse the trend. Wike said the number of out-of-school children in the FCT has become annoying when he received
Number of out-of-school children in FCT annoying – Wike
Naira depreciates further against dollar
The naira further depreciated against the dollar in the foreign exchange market. The FMDQ data showed that the naira again weakened to N1660.49 per dollar on Thursday from N1659.69 exchanged on Wednesday. Though the naira depreciated by N0.8 against the dollar on Thursday, it has lost N107.5 in the last three days. Meanwhile, at the
Naira depreciates further against dollar
JAMB bows to pressure, extends 16-year admission age limit to 2025
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, said on Thursday that universities and other tertiary institutions in the country can now admit candidates who will turn 16 by August 31, 2025. The board announced that the affected candidates can be admitted for the 2024/2025 academic session if they meet the institution’s standards. DAILY POST recalls
JAMB bows to pressure, extends 16-year admission age limit to 2025
LG Autonomy: We’ve left Egypt, don’t drag us back – APC chieftain, Klinsmann chides Soludo
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Anambra State, Pharm Chinedu Ikeagwuonwu Klinsmann has expressed his displeasure with the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, for stating that granting full autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) could lead to “humongous chaos and hinder sustainable development.” It could be recalled that Governor
LG Autonomy: We’ve left Egypt, don’t drag us back – APC chieftain, Klinsmann chides Soludo
Niger: Be agents of peace – Police urge NANS
The Niger State Commissioner of Police, Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, has advised students’ representatives, under the aegis of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Joint Campus Council, Niger State axis, led by Ismail Muhammad Mubarak, to be agents of peace, change and progress in their various campuses. Danmamman gave this advice during a courtesy visit
Niger: Be agents of peace – Police urge NANS
Thunderstrike kills 70-year-old man in Kogi
A thunderstrike has killed a 70-year-old man identified as Malam Abu Yusuf in Abocho, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The incident happened at about 5:40 pm on Thursday as a result of a heavy downpour in the community. DAILY POST gathered that the sad incident has thrown many residents of the community in
Thunderstrike kills 70-year-old man in Kogi
Nigeria no longer blacklisted in global aviation as rating hits 75.5% – Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has said Nigeria is no longer blacklisted globally as its rating rose to 75.5 percent. Keyamo disclosed this at the commissioning of the Juhi-2 Aviation fuel depot on Thursday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, (MMIA), Lagos. According to him, the new status of the Country’s
Nigeria no longer blacklisted in global aviation as rating hits 75.5% – Keyamo
NPFL: Tornadoes boss Mohammed satisfied with draw against Enyimba
Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed has admitted that it wasn’t an easy task playing against Enyimba. The Ikon Allah Boys held Enyimba to a 1-1 draw at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba on Wednesday. Mohammed said that he was satisfied with the outcome of the game. “It is not always easy playing against a
NPFL: Tornadoes boss Mohammed satisfied with draw against Enyimba
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