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target=_blank>ALGON, Rotary kick off polio immunization campaign in Gombe
The Gombe State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in partnership with Rotary International has flagged off vaccination campaigns against polio virus, to curb further spread of the disease in the state. The vaccination campaign exercise kicked off simultaneously on Friday across the 11 local government areas of the state, to
target=_blank>CARE Nigeria trains 500 health workers, launches digital learning platform in Katsina
CARE Nigeria, through its Enhancing Resilience in Frontline Community Health Workers (EnRiCH) Project, has trained 500 Frontline Health Workers (FLHWs) across Katsina, Mani, and Charanchi Local Government Areas (LGAs). Speaking on the development, the Health Sector Lead at CARE Nigeria, Dr. Amina Abdullahi, said the programme also equipped the beneficiaries with digital tools and new
target=_blank>FATF delists Nigeria from global financial watchlist
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has formally removed Nigeria from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, also known as the grey list. Checks showed that Burkina Faso, Mozambique, and South Africa were also removed from the grey list at the same plenary. The decision was taken at the FATF October 2025 Plenary in
target=_blank>ADC to Tinubu: Tell Nigerians real reason behind Service Chiefs’ removal
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be honest with Nigerians on the real reasons behind the “sudden and rather abrupt change in the leadership of the Nigerian military”. Daily Trust had reported how the president sacked majority of the service chiefs he appointed two years ago. In a statement, Mallam
target=_blank>CAF snubs Nigerian referees for 19th consecutive year
No Nigerian referee is included in the list of 94 officials, instructors, and assessors selected for the preparatory course ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This is the 19th consecutive year that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) will overlook Nigerian referees. The intensive camp, slated for November 8–13 in Cairo, Egypt,
target=_blank>Student arrested ‘for criticising Niger Gov’
Lapai, Abubakar Isah Mokwa, a postgraduate student at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, has been arrested for allegedly criticizing Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State. Mokwa, who is of the Department of Agricultural Economy and Extension, was reportedly arrested by the police at an off-campus lodge in Lapai, on Thursday. The student had earlier taken to
target=_blank>Shehu Sani: Military Shake-up Necessary To Fight Insecurity
Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has described the recent shake-up in the Nigeria’s military leadership as a necessary step in the country’s fight against insecurity. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Friday sacked Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and some other service chiefs. The development, which was contained in a statement by Sunday Dare,
target=_blank>Bauchi Gov Appoints Elder Brother As Emir
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has appointed his elder brother, Alhaji Adamu Mohammed, as Emir of the newly created Duguri Emirate. The new emir was presented with an appointment letter by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Aminu Hammayo, on behalf of the governor at a ceremony held Friday at the palace of
target=_blank>Attacks: Zulum laments intelligence failure, shocked over Boko Haram’s use of drone
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has expressed shock over Boko Haram’s use of drones to attack soldiers. Speaking when he visited Mafa, one of the towns recently attacked by terrorists, the governor said despite well-circulated intelligence, troops could not prevent the attack from happening. Daily Trust had reported how the terrorists attacked a military
target=_blank>‘Was the coup attempt real?’, Reactions trail sacking of service chiefs
Reactions have trailed the sacking of General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, and some other service chiefs. Friday’s action was contained in a statement by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President Media & Public Communication. According to the statement, Musa was replaced by General Olufemi Oluyede, who until the new appointment was Chief
target=_blank>I remain SDP National Chairman – Gabam
The expelled National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Shehu Gabam, has insisted that he remains the legitimate chairman of the party. In a statement issued on Friday in Abuja by his Special Assistant (Legal), Abubakar Baba, the embattled SDP leader described his reported expulsion from the party as illegal, null, and void. He
I remain SDP National Chairman – Gabam
target=_blank>Niger tanker explosion: Death toll rises to 57
The death toll from the tanker explosion in Essa community, Katcha Local Government Area of Niger State, has risen to 57. The tragic incident occurred on October 21, 2025, when a petrol tanker overturned and spilled its contents. Residents reportedly attempted to scoop the fuel, triggering a massive explosion. At the time, the disaster was
Niger tanker explosion: Death toll rises to 57
target=_blank>Sowore not re-arrested — Police
The Nigeria Police Force has clarified reports surrounding the alleged re-arrest of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore. Earlier reports had suggested that Sowore, who was arrested for organising the #FreeNnamdiKanu protest but granted bail on Friday, was re-arrested within the courtroom shortly after his release. However, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, dismissed
Sowore not re-arrested — Police
target=_blank>FCTA to ban use of ambulances for conveying corpses
The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has strongly condemned the increasing use of ambulances to transport corpses within Abuja, describing the practice as both “unethical and unacceptable.” Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, Secretary of the Health Services and Environment Secretariat, made this known while addressing journalists on Friday after the fifth meeting of the FCT Executive Committee,
FCTA to ban use of ambulances for conveying corpses
target=_blank>Nigerian petrol marketers to dump Dangote Refinery for cheaper fuel
Nigerian petroleum product marketers have announced plans to abandon Dangote Refinery’s petrol in favour of cheaper imported fuel. The spokesperson of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN, Chinedu Ukadike, disclosed this to DAILY POST on Friday. This follows the drop in the landing cost of imported fuel to N839.97 per litre, which is
Nigerian petrol marketers to dump Dangote Refinery for cheaper fuel
target=_blank>Bauchi gov appoints elder brother as new Emir
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has appointed his elder brother, Alhaji Adamu Mohammed, as the Emir of the newly created Duguri Emirate. The Secretary to the State Government, Aminu Hammayo, presented the appointment letter on behalf of the governor at a ceremony held on Friday at the Duguri Emir’s palace in Alkaleri Local Government
Bauchi gov appoints elder brother as new Emir
target=_blank>Kwara wins Adamawa as National Volleyball League Phase 2 begins in Umuahia
The National Volleyball Division One and Division Two leagues, featuring 34 teams from 22 states, has kicked off in Umuahia, Abia State, with the Ajase-Ipo Volleyball Team of Kwara defeating Adamawa 25–18, 28–27, 25–15 in the Division One category on Friday. The National Volleyball League, which has both male and female categories, is sponsored by
Kwara wins Adamawa as National Volleyball League Phase 2 begins in Umuahia
target=_blank>NNL: Benue govt dissolves Lobi Stars management team
Benue State government have dissolved the entire management board of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Lobi Stars. The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Kula Tersoo, announced the dissolution of the management team. According to the statement, Lobi Stars management are directed to hand over all official documents, assets, and responsibilities to the Commissioner for
NNL: Benue govt dissolves Lobi Stars management team
target=_blank>Oborevwori suspends Rector, Bursar of Delta Poly over alleged misconduct
In what looks like Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s move to curb financial misconduct and administrative recklessness, he has wielded the big stick, ordering the immediate suspension of the Rector and Bursar of the Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, for six months. This may not be unconnected to the allegations of administrative misconduct and financial irregularities against the
Oborevwori suspends Rector, Bursar of Delta Poly over alleged misconduct
target=_blank>Plateau: Defections won’t continue for long, only temporary – PDP chairman
The Plateau State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, said the recent defection of some of its members is only temporary, adding that, soon a stronger, more united and determined party will emerge. The leadership of the party also urged its members to remain steadfast in promoting it until the party regains its rightful
Plateau: Defections won’t continue for long, only temporary – PDP chairman
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