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target=_blank>Kidnap victim dies in captivity as Amotekun rescues 5 in Ondo
One of the two victims abducted by kidnappers in Okeigbo, Ondo State, has died in captivity, while security operatives rescued five others in separate operations across the state. The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Monday while parading 14 suspects in Akure.
target=_blank>Why I left ADC for APM — Ex-DSS DG Daura
Former Katsina State governorship aspirant under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Lawal Musa Daura, has revealed that injustice and lack of stable leadership in the party prompted his recent decision to leave the ADC for the Allied People’s Movement (APM). While giving reasons for his decision, the former Director-General of the Department of State Services
target=_blank>Arewa Think Tank: Allegations Against NRS Chairman Plot to Discredit Tinubu
The Arewa Think Tank has described allegations against the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, over the Frontier Exploration Fund as a plot to discredit the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The group’s Convener, Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, said the allegations should be treated with caution, particularly following Adedeji’s denial of
target=_blank>2027: PDP, ADC, NDC, Others To Hold Opposition Unity Summit
The push for a united opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections has entered a new phase. This is as a group, the G100, revealed that it has held consultations with six opposition political parties and is now preparing a summit to advance talks on a common front. The group said representatives had engaged the
target=_blank>ASUU grounds academic activities at Nasarawa varsity
Academic activities at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), have been paralysed following an indefinite strike declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) branch in the institution. The Chairman of ASUU NSUK, Comrade Zubairu Abdulmuminu II, announced the action in an interview, saying the strike took effect immediately after receiving approval from the National
target=_blank>Ondo: Abducted farmer dies in kidnappers’ den
One of the two farmers abducted by gunmen in Okeigbo, Ondo State, has died in captivity. According to the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, five other kidnap victims have been rescued in separate operations across the state. The Commander of the corps, Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Monday while
target=_blank>Benue: 2 Arrested for Assaulting Woman Over Market Levy
Two men alleged to have assaulted a woman over non-payment of market levy were on Monday arrested and detained by the Benue State Civil Protection Guards (BSCPG) in Gwer East Local Government Area of the state. The suspects, identified as Terwase Aye Abere and Mayange Aondowase, both from Igbor village, allegedly attacked the woman at
target=_blank>Tinubu lives modestly, walks to office, eats once daily — NRS chairman
The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticism over the alleged lavish lifestyles of political office holders, saying the President does not live extravagantly despite his position. Adedeji said Tinubu maintains a modest lifestyle, claiming that the President often walks from his residence to his
target=_blank>NERC dissolves Kaduna Electric board over poor performance
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced the dissolution of the board of directors of the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KAEDCO). This is coming two years after the company was taken over by ASI Engineering Limited in June 2024. NERC, in an order signed by its Chairman, Musiliu O. Oseni and Commissioner Legal, Licensing
target=_blank>Police Gun Down Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Victim in Edo
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command, in Collaboration with Military and Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), have neutralised a suspected kidnapper and rescued a victim in Edo State. The security team also recovered N1.5 million ransom paid to regain the victim’s freedom during the operation It was gathered that the suspect was rescued after
target=_blank>World Cup play-off: Nigeria will do better against South Africa – Super Falcons’ Nnadozie
Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has insisted that Nigeria will make things right when they face South Africa in a 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup play-off on Thursday. Nnadozie spoke after Nigeria missed out on automatic qualification for the 2027 Women’s World Cup tournament. This follows Nigeria’s 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the CAF Women’s Africa
World Cup play-off: Nigeria will do better against South Africa – Super Falcons’ Nnadozie
target=_blank>Obasanjo, Atiku’s problem rooted in politics not personal – Olarewaju
The Senior Political Assistant to former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Demola Olarewaju, has alleged that the disagreement between former President Olesegun Obasanjo and his then VP, Atiku, was deeply rooted in politics. Olarewaju claimed that Obasanjo does not want Atiku to become president. He spoke on Monday during an interview on Eagle 102.5 FM, monitored by DAILY POST in Abeokuta,
Obasanjo, Atiku’s problem rooted in politics not personal – Olarewaju
target=_blank>You will be held responsible for security breaches in your domain – Olubadan warns Mogajis
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja has once again warned Mogajis, compound heads, against involvement in any criminal activities. Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State noted that Mogajis who are the practical representatives of the Olubadan within their compounds, will henceforth be held accountable for any security lapses in their domains. The traditional
You will be held responsible for security breaches in your domain – Olubadan warns Mogajis
target=_blank>NDLEA nabs 58-year-old grandfather, 8 others for drugs trafficking
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested a 58-year-old grandfather and eight others for alleged drugs peddling in the state. The Edo State Commander of Narcotics, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju who disclosed this to newsmen in a statement made available to newsmen in Benin City said the suspects were
NDLEA nabs 58-year-old grandfather, 8 others for drugs trafficking
target=_blank>Osun Guber: Atiku, other party bigwigs storm Osogbo, pull mammoth crowd
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar and a delegation of political associates on Monday, stormed Osogbo the Osun State capital to rally support for the party’s governorship candidate, Dr Najeem Folasayo Salaam. DAILY POST reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC is set to conduct a governorship election in Osun State on Saturday.
Osun Guber: Atiku, other party bigwigs storm Osogbo, pull mammoth crowd
target=_blank>Transfer: Chelsea agree deal for Samuels-Smith
Chelsea have agreed to a deal for the transfer of defender, Ishe Samuels-Smith to League One club Notts County on a season-long loan, as reported by football.london. The 20-year-old defender, who joined Chelsea’s academy from Everton in 2023, is poised to join the Magpies for the upcoming season in search of regular first-team opportunities. An
Transfer: Chelsea agree deal for Samuels-Smith
target=_blank>Know your HIV status – Ogun govt, UNESCO to NYSC members
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO, has sensitised no fewer than 5,000 corps members serving in Ogun State on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, SRHR, HIV and AIDS as part of efforts to promote health and well-being among Nigerian youths. The sensitisation, held on Monday at the Ogun NYSC orientation camp, Sagamu,
Know your HIV status – Ogun govt, UNESCO to NYSC members
target=_blank>Muslim-Muslim ticket: He shouldn’t be blamed for extreme view — Gumi defends Jingir
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has defended Sheikh Yahya Jingir over his controversial support for the continued adoption of Muslim-Muslim presidential tickets ahead of the 2027 general elections. Gumi said Jingir should be “excused” for his position, arguing that the Plateau-based cleric operates in an environment where Muslims face what he described as excessive religious
Muslim-Muslim ticket: He shouldn’t be blamed for extreme view — Gumi defends Jingir
target=_blank>Police recover stolen Hilux, arrest suspected cultist in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom State Police Command says its operatives have recovered one Toyota Hilux with black bonnet, registration number NYA 399 AA, earlier reported stolen on 6 August 2026 along Udo Eduok Street, off Aka Road The command’s spokesperson, DSP Timfon John who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Monday said the suspects on
Police recover stolen Hilux, arrest suspected cultist in Akwa Ibom
target=_blank>WAFCON: She thought she could score – Madugu on Okoronkwo’s decision to bypass Oshoala
Super Falcons head coach, Justin Madugu, has explained Esther Okoronkwo’s decision to shoot instead of passing the ball to teammate Asisat Oshoala during Nigeria’s 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON. During the closing stages of the encounter on Sunday, Okoronkwo had an opportunity to level
WAFCON: She thought she could score – Madugu on Okoronkwo’s decision to bypass Oshoala
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