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target=_blank>Over 100 killed in Zamfara market airstrike
A military airstrike on Tumfa market in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State has reportedly killed at least 117 people and injured several others. Residents said the casualties included both bandits and civilians. The aerial bombardment occurred on Sunday, the same day another Nigerian Air Force operation targeting bandits struck Guradnayi, a settlement near Kusasu
target=_blank>Hurdles before second term APC governors
By Hussein Yahaya, Musa Luka Musa, Magaji Hunkuyi (Jalingo) & Ado Abubakar Musa (Jos) Indications have emerged that no less than five All Progressives Congress (APC) governors are going to have fierce battles in their bids to return for second term. This is despite preference by the APC to have the governorship candidates for
target=_blank>Shekarau vs Zaura: Why Kano central APC Senate ticket has defied consensus
The race for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket in Kano Central senatorial district has taken a new twist as one of the aspirants, Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, popularly known as AA Zaura, has rejected the consensus arrangement that endorsed former governor Ibrahim Shekarau. Last week, six aspirants stepped down during a meeting convened by Governor
target=_blank>Gbenga Daniel: I’ll defeat Abiodun in free contest
Former Governor of Ogun State and senator representing Ogun East, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has declared that he would defeat Governor Dapo Abiodun overwhelmingly in the forthcoming senatorial primary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election. Daniel, who spoke on Tuesday during an empowerment programme organised by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu–Otunba
target=_blank>Akume defends Tinubu’s reforms, Backs Wadada
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a prepared and visionary leader committed to repositioning Nigeria through economic reforms and strategic governance. Akume stated this during the unveiling of the London Boy Movement, a political support group backing the 2027 governorship ambition of Ahmed Wadada Alihu
target=_blank>Yobe APC G-6 back direct primaries after meeting Shettima
Five members of the Yobe APC G-6 group have resolved to participate in the forthcoming governorship primaries in the state, saying they would abide by the party’s guidelines on direct primaries. The group disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday after what it described as an “extensive and fruitful meeting” with Vice President Kashim
target=_blank>South East can’t be political battleground – Ohanaeze youths
The apex youth body in the South East, the Ohanaeze youth wing has cautioned politicians and other actors outside the region that no state in the region will be a political battleground for reckless utterances capable of undermining inter-regional harmony and political maturity. The Ohanaeze youths while reacting to the position by Arewa Youths allegedly
target=_blank>11-month blackout cripples businesses in Kwali, Abaji communities
Socio-economic and business activities have been severely crippled in parts of Kwali and neighbouring Abaji Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) following the absence of electricity in the areas for over 11 months. Abuja Metro recalls that suspected hoodlums vandalised high-tension cables mounted on electric poles along the Kwali-Abaji-Abuja-Lokoja highway in March last
target=_blank>FCTA organises free medical outreach for civil servants
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has organised a two-day free medical outreach for staff of the FCTA and the Federal Capital Development Agency (FCDA). The outreach, organised by the Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES) in Abuja, provided free healthcare services to over 700 civil servants, while 500 reading glasses were distributed to beneficiaries.
target=_blank>FCT communities raise alarm over blocked access road
Some communities under the Jiwa Chiefdom in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have raised concerns over the blockage of a major access road allegedly carried out by a company operating within the area. The affected communities, represented by youths from the area, have submitted a petition to the
target=_blank>Suspected cultist arrested with firearm as Imo police intensify action against cultism
Operatives of the Imo State Police Command attached to the Nekede Divisional Headquarters have arrested a suspected member of the Neo Black Movement of Africa (NBMA), also known as Black Axe, in connection with an attempted murder incident and recovered a locally made pistol. The arrest, according to the command, followed a distress call received
Suspected cultist arrested with firearm as Imo police intensify action against cultism
target=_blank>Blessing CEO rebukes stage 4 cancer after Alex Ekubo’s death
Controversial self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing CEO, has reacted to the death of actor Alex Ekubo. DAILY POST gathered that the actor died in a Lagos hospital on Monday after battling stage 4 liver cancer. Reacting to the cause of Alex’s death, Blessing CEO, who appeared to be referring to her earlier stage 4 cancer claim,
Blessing CEO rebukes stage 4 cancer after Alex Ekubo’s death
target=_blank>Man arrested for ‘planning’ terror attack in Paris
A man has been arrested in France for allegedly plotting a terror attack that could have targeted the famous Louvre Museum in Paris. The Interior Ministry also disclosed that the suspect was planning an attack specifically targeting members of the Jewish community in Paris. The suspect was taken into custody after his mobile device was
Man arrested for ‘planning’ terror attack in Paris
target=_blank>Ebonyi: Police arrest ‘prophet’ over viral child abuse video
The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested one Nwankpu James following a viral video in which the suspect was seen handling a child in an abusive and inhumane manner while the child lay on bare ground. The Commissioner of Police, Ebonyi State Command, Hope Urunwa Okafor, immediately directed operatives of the command to ensure the
Ebonyi: Police arrest ‘prophet’ over viral child abuse video
target=_blank>Akwa Ibom will give Tinubu highest Votes in 2027 presidential election – Akpabio
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has vowed that Akwa Ibom State will deliver the highest number of votes for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the South-South geo-political zone during the 2027 presidential election. Akpabio stated this during the consultation with critical stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the
Akwa Ibom will give Tinubu highest Votes in 2027 presidential election – Akpabio
target=_blank>Transfer: Real Madrid join scramble for Nigerian youngster
Spanish giants Real Madrid are the latest club to show interest in Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna, DAILY POST reports. Zadok has starred for AIK in the Swedish Allsvenskan this season. The 18-year-old has registered two goals, and three assists in seven league appearances for José Riveiro’s side. Several Bundesliga and Premier League clubs are also
Transfer: Real Madrid join scramble for Nigerian youngster
target=_blank>NPFL: Ogunbote optimistic Plateau United will escape relegation
Plateau United technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote, has urged his players to stay focused in their fight against relegation. The Peace Boys suffered a 1-0 defeat to Nasarawa United at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday. The defeat put Plateau United in a difficult position ahead of their final game of the season. Plateau United will
NPFL: Ogunbote optimistic Plateau United will escape relegation
target=_blank>Niger: Police arrest suspects over armed robbery, tricycle theft
The Niger State Police Command has arrested suspects in separate operations involving alleged armed robbery, tricycle theft and possession of suspected stolen property in parts of the state. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement, disclosed that operatives attached to Maje Division arrested one Ghali Bello, 43, over the alleged theft of
Niger: Police arrest suspects over armed robbery, tricycle theft
target=_blank>Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 12, 2026: Nigerian currency continues depreciation
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 12, 2026: Nigerian currency continues depreciation The Naira extended its depreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the Naira weakened further to N1,375.62 per dollar on Tuesday, down from N1,373.16 traded on Monday. This means that,
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, May 12, 2026: Nigerian currency continues depreciation
target=_blank>Eight aspirants indicate interest in Rivers governorship race under ADC
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State says no fewer than eight prominent individuals have indicated interest in contesting for the governorship position on the platform of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party described the development as evidence of what it called growing political momentum and increasing public confidence in
Eight aspirants indicate interest in Rivers governorship race under ADC
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