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target=_blank>ACF mourns Emir of Zuru, business mogul Isyaku Ibrahim
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of two distinguished sons of Northern Nigeria the Emir of Zuru, Kebbi State, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (rtd), Gomo II, and frontline politician and businessman, Alhaji Isyaku Ibrahim. While the emir died at the age of 82, Alhaji Ibrahim passed on at
target=_blank>Northern Govs Mourn Emir of Zuru
The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has expressed sorrow over the demise of the Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (Rtd) Gomo II, who died at the age of 81. In a condolence message on behalf of the Northern
target=_blank>Over 15,000 applicants fight for 3,000 A/Ibom civil service jobs
Over 15,000 persons have applied for 3,000 vacant positions in the Akwa Ibom State Civil Service. Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, who announced this in Uyo during the monthly prayer service, said the process would be transparent and based on merit. Stating that the selection would be based on computer-based test that would
target=_blank>2027: Adebayo tackles INEC over failure to sanction campaign defaulters
Presidential Candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has berated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for refusing to wield the big stick against political parties flouting the electoral law as regards campaign. Adebayo expressed displeasure at the development when he appeared on Arise TV PrimeTime programme.
target=_blank>Kano: NNPP rejects Ghari/Tsanyawa rerun result
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State has rejected the outcome of the Ghari/Tsanyawa State Assembly re-run election, alleging manipulation and collusion between politicians and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Briefing newsmen, the state chairman, Comrade Hashimu Sulaiman Dungurawa, accused INEC of “denying electorates their rights” after declaring the All
target=_blank>Kano By-election: The Beginning of an End Era
By Abba Anwar Take it or leave it, the just concluded by-elections in Bagwai/Shanono and Ghari (Kunchi)/ Tsanyawa, for State Assembly, all in Kano North Senatorial District, where the former National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje CON, the current Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin, former Minister of State, Housing,
target=_blank>APC wins Minister of defence’s polling unit in Jigawa by-election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) won at the Polling Unit 002 in Babura Kofar Arewa Primary School, Jigawa State, where the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar voted during Garki-Babura federal constituency by-election on Saturday. The minister, who is an APC chieftain and immediate past governor of the state, cast his vote amidst tight security
target=_blank>PDP’s Oyekunle wins Oyo Rep by-election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Folajimi Oyekunle, winner of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election held on Saturday. The INEC Returning Officer, Professor Abiodun Oluwadare, made the declaration at the end of the collation exercise at Ikolaba High School, Ibadan. He announced that Oyekunle
target=_blank>Emir of Zuru dies at 81
The Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (Gomo II), has died at the age of 81. Sami died in a London hospital after a brief illness. The late Emir is survived by four wives and seven children. The Kebbi State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Garba Umar-Dutsinmari, confirmed
target=_blank>By-election: APC wins Ganye constituency in Adamawa
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Misa Musa Jauro of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the Ganye Constituency by-election in Adamawa State. The returning officer, Prof. Tukur Ahmed, said the APC candidate polled 15,923 votes to defeat his closest rival, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, who scored 15,794 votes, leaving
target=_blank>Abia pays 340 disengaged polytechnic workers
Three hundred and forty out of the four hundred and sixty-one staff of Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic (formerly Abia State Polytechnic), Aba, who were sacked between 2018 and 2021, have received their payments from the Abia State government. The state government has also promised that the remaining workers would be paid upon completion of their verification.
Abia pays 340 disengaged polytechnic workers
target=_blank>EPL: Amorim praises two Man Utd players despite 1-0 loss to arsenal
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has praised Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha despite their narrow defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. The Red Devils opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 loss to Mikel Arteta’s side. Riccardo Calafiori scored the only goal of the match at Old Trafford in the first half. Amorim admitted there
EPL: Amorim praises two Man Utd players despite 1-0 loss to arsenal
target=_blank>COAS announces major Army shake-up, names new commanders
The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the posting and appointment of several senior officers to key command, instructional and staff positions across formations and units of the Nigerian Army. In a statement, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, acting Director of Army Public Relations, said the move was aimed at strengthening
COAS announces major Army shake-up, names new commanders
target=_blank>By-elections: ADC, LP dead in Anambra – Soludo mocks Obi
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following the outcome of the by-election in the state. Soludo said the results of Saturday’s by-elections in the state showed that the Labour Party and the African Democratic Congress, ADC, are “dead” and “non-existent” in Anambra. He made the remarks
By-elections: ADC, LP dead in Anambra – Soludo mocks Obi
target=_blank>EPL: Why Chelsea failed to beat Crystal Palace – Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has admitted his team should have performed better in their 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace on Sunday. The Blues began their Premier League campaign with a goalless display in front of their home supporters. Maresca’s men rarely troubled Oliver Glasner’s side, while Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson was scarcely tested. The main
EPL: Why Chelsea failed to beat Crystal Palace – Maresca
target=_blank>EPL: Manchester United like NNPC Ltd – Kalu Aja
Financial expert and educator, Kalu Aja, has likened Manchester United to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, following the club’s defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. The remark comes after Manchester United suffered a 0-1 loss to Arsenal at Old Trafford, a result that further compounded their poor form after last season’s struggles in the English
EPL: Manchester United like NNPC Ltd – Kalu Aja
target=_blank>Multiple accidents claim three lives in Edo
Three people reportedly lost their lives in a multiple road accident in Edo State at the weekend. DAILY POST gathered that the accident occurred on the Auchi–Okpella–Okene road, by Omega Fire Ministry in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area. It was learnt that the crash involved a Dangote truck and three other vehicles, including a
Multiple accidents claim three lives in Edo
target=_blank>Nigeria may not be functional in few decades to come – Adamu Garba
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adamu Garba, has warned that Nigeria risks collapse within a few decades if the country fails to overhaul its political and governance systems. Garba gave the warning in a statement via his X handle on Sunday, saying the biggest threat to Nigeria’s democracy is what he described
Nigeria may not be functional in few decades to come – Adamu Garba
target=_blank>Man Utd vs Arsenal: Calafiori nets winner as Gunners win 1-0
Arsenal kicked off their Premier League campaign with a narrow 1-0 win over Manchester United. The Gunners are looking to finally win the title after finishing in second place for the last three years. But for the Red Devils, they want to do better than their 15th-place finish from last season. Although United started the
Man Utd vs Arsenal: Calafiori nets winner as Gunners win 1-0
target=_blank>Abandon your duties, lose your position – Asagba of Asaba warns village heads
The Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof Epiphany Azinge, has warned that any Village Head, Diokpa Ogbe, who fails to attend the Asagba-in-Council Exco meeting three consecutive times will lose his position. This may not be unconnected with the suspension of Diokpa Diali by the Asagba at the expiration of an ultimatum given to
Abandon your duties, lose your position – Asagba of Asaba warns village heads
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