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target=_blank>Two sentenced to death for killing groom in Kano
A Kano State High Court has sentenced two men to death by hanging for killing a groom during a late-night robbery attack in Kano state. The convicts, Aliyu Hussaini and Amir Zakariyya, residents of Sheka Sabuwar Abuja Quarters and Unguwar Malam Quarters in Kumbotso Local Government Area were found guilty of conspiracy, armed robbery and
target=_blank>National Assembly shifts plenary resumption to March 10
The National Assembly has again postponed the resumption of plenary sessions earlier scheduled for Thursday, March 5 to Tuesday, March 10. In a notice issued to Senators and members of the House on Tuesday, the leadership announced that plenary would now resume on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The statement was signed by the Clerk to the
target=_blank>Babajide stars in Super Falcons’ revenge victory over Cameroon
Rinsola Babajide was a star attraction in the Super Falcons of Nigeria’s 3-1 win over Cameroon in their WAFCON 2026 pre-tournament friendly match on Tuesday. The second of Falcons’ two-match tour ended in victory for Justin Madugu’s side who overcame an early deficit to put three past their hosts, revenging defeat in the first match.
target=_blank>Another Kano commissioner resigns
Umar Haruna Doguwa has resigned from his position as the Commissioner for Water Resources in Kano State. A statement issued on Tuesday by the spokesperson to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said the governor received Doguwa’s resignation letter on Monday. According to the statement, Doguwa formally tendered his resignation on Monday, March
target=_blank>Kano Assembly swears in two new members
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Jibril Isma’il Falgore, on Tuesday, presided over the swearing‑in of two newly elected lawmakers. The new members are Sa’adu Aminu Sa’adu, representing Ungogo constituency and Nabil Aliyu Sarki Daneji, representing Kano Municipal constituency. Both lawmakers emerged victorious in recent by‑elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral
target=_blank>Tinubu appoints Taiwo Oyedele as Minister
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Taiwo Oyedele as the Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite. This was disclosed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Onanuga also said Uzoka-Anite will now move to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning, as the Minister of State, her
target=_blank>Fubara appoints new commissioners
The Rivers State House of Assembly has unveiled nine commissioner nominees forwarded by Governor Siminalayi Fubara for screening and confirmation into the State Executive Council. The list was read on the floor of the House on Tuesday by the Clerk of the Assembly, Emeka Amadi, who directed the nominees to submit 40 sets of their
target=_blank>Over 5m customers remain unmetered – NERC
Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission(NERC) has said that 5,196,828 (million) electricity customers are yet to get meters across the country despite the issuance of 109,556 meters in December 2025 by the 11 electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos). According to a factsheet by the commission, the national metering rate rose to 57.27% by the end of December, up
target=_blank>DSS arrests police, immigration officials ‘implicated’ in El-Rufai’s return to Nigeria
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested some security operatives in connection with the return of Malam Nasir El-Rufai to Nigeria from Egypt, on February 12. The secret police had reportedly attempted to arrest the former Kaduna State governor at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, but failed in its bid to do so.
target=_blank>NRC expands Abuja–Kaduna train services, introduces more trips
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced an increase in the number of train services along the Abuja–Kaduna corridor, citing growing passenger demand on the route. In a statement on Tuesday by its Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the corporation said the revised timetable will take effect from March 6. According to the NRC,
target=_blank>Gov Bago APC inaugurates new exco in Niger, harps on equity, fairness
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago has declared that equity, justice, and fairness will remain the guiding principles of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the discharge of its responsibilities across the state. The governor made this known during the official affirmation of newly elected leaders to pilot the affairs of the party in the
Gov Bago APC inaugurates new exco in Niger, harps on equity, fairness
target=_blank>EPL: Sutton predicts Aston Villa vs Chelsea, Man Utd, Arsenal, other fixtures
Former Chelsea player Chris Sutton has predicted the mid-week Premier League matches, taking place on Tuesday night, Wednesday, and Thursday. Everton will tackle Burnley on Tuesday night, while Bournemouth will face Brentford. Brighton will clash with Arsenal on Wednesday, and Aston Villa will take on Chelsea. Stating his predictions, Sutton told BBC Sport: Everton 2-0
EPL: Sutton predicts Aston Villa vs Chelsea, Man Utd, Arsenal, other fixtures
target=_blank>Passengers escape death as BRT bus catches fire in Lagos
Passengers aboard a Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, vehicle escaped death on Tuesday after the bus was engulfed by fire while in motion on the Mile 12 Bridge along Ikorodu Road in Lagos. Eyewitness accounts indicated that the incident occurred mid-morning, with the high-capacity bus suddenly bursting into flames during the journey. The passengers were said
Passengers escape death as BRT bus catches fire in Lagos
target=_blank>Political sins cannot lead politicians to hellfire – Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North in the National Assembly, has said that political sinners cannot go to hellfire. DAILY POST recalls that Adams Oshiomhole, during his short-lived period as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was alleged to have said that “any politician that joins APC, his or her sins are
Political sins cannot lead politicians to hellfire – Oshiomhole
target=_blank>Military assumes security in Bauchi’s Alkaleri LGA to stop bandits
Following persistent bandit attacks, the Nigerian military has reportedly taken over security operations in Alkaleri Local Government Area of the state. The army declared that there would be no safe haven for criminal elements in the area. DAILY POST recalls that the state governor, Bala Mohammed, had appealed to the Federal Government for urgent intervention
Military assumes security in Bauchi’s Alkaleri LGA to stop bandits
target=_blank>ADC insists justice must be fair, defends Malami, El-Rufai
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that no Nigerian is above the law, but that justice must be fair and not selective. The party spoke in defence of former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who are currently facing legal proceedings. In a statement released on Tuesday
ADC insists justice must be fair, defends Malami, El-Rufai
target=_blank>Ex-Nasarawa PDP governorship andidate, Ombugadu joins APC
Former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship candidate in Nasarawa State, David Ombugadu, has officially joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Ombugadu joined the APC on Tuesday after resigning his membership from the PDP. DAILY POST had reported that Ombugadu, popularly known as Davematics, resigned his membership of the party following weeks of speculation surrounding
Ex-Nasarawa PDP governorship andidate, Ombugadu joins APC
target=_blank>NAFDAC warns against underage drinking of sachet, small-bottle alcohol
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has highlighted the risks of underage drinking and minors consuming alcoholic beverages sold in small sachets and small PET bottle packaging. NAFDAC explained that underage drinking can lead to violence and injuries, noting that alcohol is a significant contributor to youth suicides, murders, and
NAFDAC warns against underage drinking of sachet, small-bottle alcohol
target=_blank>Again, ADC chieftain drags NJC, Chief Judge, Abdulmalik to court over alleged corruption, bias
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Nkemakolam Ukandu, has dragged the National Judicial Council, NJC, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, and a judge of the Abuja division of the FHC, Joyce Abdulmalik, to court over allegations bordering on corruption and bias in respect of an ADC case
Again, ADC chieftain drags NJC, Chief Judge, Abdulmalik to court over alleged corruption, bias
target=_blank>Buhari’s ex-aide, Lauretta Onochie list El-Rufai’s ‘sins’
Former media aide to the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Lauretta Onochie, has listed three alleged sins of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai amid his ongoing troubles with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC. Onochie said El-Rufai’s alleged sins include bribing security officials to stop his arrest at the Abuja International
Buhari’s ex-aide, Lauretta Onochie list El-Rufai’s ‘sins’
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