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target=_blank>PHOTOS: Durbar, cultural displays light up Argungu Fishing Festival
Colourful durbar processions and vibrant cultural performances took centre stage on Day 3 of the ongoing Argungu Fishing Festival in Kebbi State, drawing residents, tourists and dignitaries to the historic town. The Argungu Fishing Festival remains one of Nigeria’s most prominent cultural events, attracting visitors from within and outside the country. Activities are expected to
target=_blank>COAS: Army executes over 300 civil-military intervention projects
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Waidi Shuaib, says the Army has executed over 300 projects across the six geo-political zones of the country. He stated this during the inauguration and handing over of the Chief of Army Staff Special Intervention on Civil-Military Cooperation project, where a block of two classrooms and staff offices
target=_blank>2027: Atiku alleges plot to undermine, sabotage ADC
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged plans to use the judiciary to undermine and sabotage the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The presidential hopeful and chieftain of the ADC urged opposition politicians to remain vigilant and resist any attempt to weaken the party. Atiku made the disclosure on Thursday
target=_blank>The Sun loses correspondent in Kwara
The Kwara State media community has been thrown into mourning following the death of the state correspondent of The Sun Newspapers, Comrade Layiwola Olarewaju. Olarewaju died at a private hospital in Ilọrin, the state capital, after a brief illness. He was 69. The family had not announced his burial arrangement at the time the filing
target=_blank>Coup: Court orders FG to produce Zaria cleric Feb 18
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) to produce before it, on February 18, an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Abdulkadir Zaria, accused of coup plot against President Bola Tinubu’s government. Justice Peter Lifu on Friday, while making the order, said all authorities, were subordinated under the civil authority “as
target=_blank>Tinubu to attend Argungu Festival, commission projects in Kebbi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Saturday embark on a one-day official visit to Kebbi State to attend the Argungu Festival where he is expected to serve as the Special Guest of Honour. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. Onanuga said during the
target=_blank>NNPP asks Presidency, NSA to clear Kwankwaso of terrorism allegation
The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on the Presidency and the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to publicly clear its National Leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, of allegations linking him to terrorism. In a statement signed by the state Publicity Secretary, Engr. Ibrahim Karaye, the party urged
target=_blank>Uba Sani: I’ll Make Kaduna An Industrial Hub
Governor Uba Sani is positioning Kaduna State as Northern Nigeria’s industrial hub, by supporting local manufacturing clusters, digitalizing enterprises and supporting innovators. The Governor who made this known at the 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair on Thursday, noted that ‘’economic transformation cannot be imported.’’ Represented by the Commissioner of Business, Innovation and Technology, Mrs Patience
target=_blank>Gift Smart, Get Rewarded: TECNO’s Camon 40 Series Turns Valentine’s Gifting Into a Cashback Win
As February settles in and Valentine’s Day approaches, the pressure to deliver a meaningful gift intensifies. Social feeds fill with curated displays of affection, group chats buzz with plans, and expectations quietly rise. This year, TECNO is reframing the conversation around Valentine’s gifting with an offer that pairs sentiment with substance. With the TECNO Camon
target=_blank>Man kills brother in Rivers over witchcraft allegation
A middle-aged man, identified as Mr. Nwalozie Chiwendu, has allegedly killed his brother, Mr. Chidiebere Isaiah, with a cutlass in a brutal attack. The incident occurred around 4pm on Thursday in Umunwacha village, Ofeh community, Omuma Local Government Area of Rivers State. Residents said Chiwendu accused his brother of practising witchcraft and using it to
target=_blank>Suspect abducted boy to raise N100k for debt
A man accused of kidnapping four-year-old Muhammad Haruna in Kano has admitted that he carried out the crime to secure N100,000 to pay his debts. The suspect, Aminu Tukur, who is still in the custody of the DSS, insisted that he acted alone and without influence from anyone else. “I alone did what I did
Suspect abducted boy to raise N100k for debt
target=_blank>APC may be behind US Congress blacklisting Kwankwaso – El-Rufai
Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said that the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, may be behind the blacklisting of former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso. El-Rufai said this on Friday while responding to questions in an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, monitored by DAILY POST.
APC may be behind US Congress blacklisting Kwankwaso – El-Rufai
target=_blank>ICPC now Ribadu’s personal tool – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC, has become a “personal tool” of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. DAILY POST earlier reported that the remark followed an allegation by El-Rufai’s media adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, who claimed that security agents attempted to arrest the former governor upon
ICPC now Ribadu’s personal tool – El-Rufai
target=_blank>FA Cup: Chris Sutton predicts outcome of Round of 32 fixtures
Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton has predicted the outcome of the Round of 32 fixtures (4th Round) of the FA Cup fixtures. DAILY POST reports that the FA Cup Round of 32 fixtures will take place on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Hull City will take on Chelsea at home, while Manchester City will host
FA Cup: Chris Sutton predicts outcome of Round of 32 fixtures
target=_blank>Police arrest 129 suspected criminals, rescue 30 kidnap victims
Edo State Police Command says it arrested no fewer than 129 suspects for various crimes in the state between January 2026. The Command also disclosed that it rescued 30 kidnapped victims, recovered six stolen vehicles, three stolen motorcycles, and 39 stolen phones. DAILY POST reports that Monday Agbonika, the Commissioner of Police in charge of
Police arrest 129 suspected criminals, rescue 30 kidnap victims
target=_blank>I’m not running for president now – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that he is not contesting for president ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in an interview on Arise TV on Friday, El-Rufai made it clear that he has not decided to run for the country’s top office. “I have said this over and over, I’m not
I’m not running for president now – El-Rufai
target=_blank>Regina Daniels gifts mother two cars ahead of Valentine’s Day
Nollywood actress and politician Rita Daniels has been pleasantly surprised with two brand-new vehicles from her daughter, Regina Daniels, ahead of Valentine’s Day. Rita shared the news on Instagram, disclosing that Regina gifted her a Toyota Land Cruiser and a Toyota Hilux during a period when she was struggling with transportation. “My Val came early!
Regina Daniels gifts mother two cars ahead of Valentine’s Day
target=_blank>Abiodun pays tribute to late Lucia Onabanjo, pledges support for cathedral project
The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has described the late Lucia Onabanjo as a woman whose life was characterised by modest service, strong moral principles, and steadfast family support that contributed to the state’s public life. According to Abiodun, the late matriarch led a modest and orderly life, deliberately avoiding the spotlight while earning admiration
Abiodun pays tribute to late Lucia Onabanjo, pledges support for cathedral project
target=_blank>Police rescue man unhurt from kidnappers in Akwa Ibom
The Police Command in Akwa Ibom says it has rescued a man who was kidnapped at a supermarket on Tuesday. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, made the disclosure in a statement in Uyo on Friday. John said the man was abducted at a supermarket in Obotim Village, Nsit Ibom Local Government
Police rescue man unhurt from kidnappers in Akwa Ibom
target=_blank>Police arrest suspects over human trafficking, motorcycle theft in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two individuals in connection with alleged human trafficking and related offences. In a statement issued on Friday, the command’s spokesman, Nafiu Abubakar, said the E Divisional Police Headquarters is investigating a case involving criminal conspiracy, human trafficking, assault, extortion, and defamation. According to the statement, 20-year-old Ebere Wilson
Police arrest suspects over human trafficking, motorcycle theft in Bauchi
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