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target=_blank>Zamfara residents on the run as bandits close in
From Abdullahi Abdulrahaman Chakwa An estimated 2000 people from communities in the western part of Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State have abandoned their villages over a likely reprisal attack. One of the villagers identified as Muhammad Murtala said they were compelled to abandon their parental villages and run for safety. “All Security personnel
target=_blank>Ships Pass Through Strait Of Hormuz amid Ceasefire
Two ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since Iran agreed to reopen the waterway as part of a ceasefire deal, maritime monitor Marine Traffic said Wednesday. “The Greek-owned bulk carrier NJ Earth crossed the Strait at 08:44 UTC, while the Liberia-flagged Daytona Beach transited earlier at 06:59 UTC, shortly after departing Bandar Abbas
target=_blank>Gombe: Gov Inuwa Dissolves Executive Council Amid Political Realignments
By Rabilu Abubakar Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya has dissolved the Executive Council of Gombe State, marking a significant development in the state’s political landscape. The announcement was made during the 53rd State Executive Council meeting, on Wednesday. Although the governor did not immediately state reasons for the dissolution, the move is believed to be connected
target=_blank>Rep Dasuki: INEC Becoming Threat to Multi-party Democracy
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki, member representing Tambuwal/Kebbe Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, has said the Independent National Electoral Commission, under the leadership of Prof Joash Amupitan, is becoming an existential threat to Nigeria’s multiparty democracy, alleging that the commission was colluding with those plotting to stifle opposition party and turn Nigeria into one-party state. Dasuki stated
target=_blank>Amupitan speaks on Most dangerous weapon against 2027
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has warned that misinformation poses the greatest threat to the credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. Amupitan, who has faced growing public scrutiny in recent months, made the remark on Wednesday while delivering a speech at the 81st General Assembly of the Broadcasting Organisations
target=_blank>Unity Cup: Nigeria to open title defence against Zimbabwe as NFF confirms dates
The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed that Nigeria will face Zimbabwe’s Warriors in the opening match of the 2026 Unity Cup. The four-nation tournament, staged in England since its inception in 2002, forms part of the multicultural carnival held annually in South London. According to the NFF, Jamaica and India are the other teams participating
target=_blank>Hamstring Blow: Ndidi Set for Extended Spell on Sidelines
Super Eagles of Nigeria captain and Besiktas of Turkey midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is set for an undisclosed period on the sideline due to injury. According to the defensive midfielder’s Turkish club, the 31 years old is nursing a hamstring injury. However, it is unclear if the former Leicester City man got the injury over the
target=_blank>Tinubu absent as Akpabio commissions projects on his behalf in Lagos
Despite being in Lagos since the weekend, President Bola Tinubu was conspicuously absent at the commissioning of some key projects in the State, on Wednesday. Ahead of the visit of the President, the projects were widely publicised both by the Presidency and Lagos State government. But Senate President Godswill Akpabio carried out the duty on
target=_blank>NYSC releases 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 orientation timetable
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released the timetable for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream Two orientation course for prospective corps members scheduled to take place nationwide across all states. The scheme disclosed this in a statement issued by its Director of Information and Public Relations, Mrs Caroline Embu, on Wednesday in Abuja, outlining
target=_blank>Israel: We’ll halt strikes in Iran, but continue in Lebanon
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has agreed to suspend attacks on Iranian targets following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire with Tehran. This is signaling a pause in direct hostilities between the two countries. “In accordance with directives from the political echelon, the IDF has ceased fire in the operation against Iran,” the military said
target=_blank>NACCIMA calls for strategic economic reforms
The President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Jani Ibrahim, has said that the Nigerian economy is undergoing a period of structural recalibration that requires serious adoption of new strategies and a workable economic framework. “The implementation of new tax frameworks, evolving financial regulations, persistent inflationary trends, local security
NACCIMA calls for strategic economic reforms
target=_blank>Pensioners threaten legal action against Southwest governors over backlog of gratuities
Pensioners in Southwest on Wednesday, threatened to sue some govenors in the region over non payment of gratuities and other benefits. They revealed that the govenors still owed majority of their members gratuities for 15years, dating it back to year 2011. The Southwest PRO of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Olusegun Abatan disclosed this on
Pensioners threaten legal action against Southwest governors over backlog of gratuities
target=_blank>Police in Abia deny viral claims of Boko Haram arrest
The Abia State Police Command has stated that a viral report claiming 488 Boko Haram members were arrested in the state is not true. The police warned the public against spreading false information that could cause fear. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command explained that the video circulating with the claim is not
Police in Abia deny viral claims of Boko Haram arrest
target=_blank>EFCC arrests ‘fake’ football agent over alleged N11m scam
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Benin Zonal Directorate, has arrested a suspected fake football agent, Osagie Destiny Etinosa, over an alleged N11 million fraud. The Commission disclosed in a statement that the suspect was apprehended through open source intelligence. According to the EFCC, Etinosa had been presenting himself on his Instagram account, @officialking
EFCC arrests ‘fake’ football agent over alleged N11m scam
target=_blank>Terror attacks in Niger, Kebbi force residents to abandon communities
At least 20 people have reportedly been killed by terrorists in parts of Niger State, while dozens more are feared dead in similar attacks in Kebbi State. The violence has forced many residents to abandon their homes and seek safety elsewhere. According to Reuters, the attack in Niger State occurred in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Terror attacks in Niger, Kebbi force residents to abandon communities
target=_blank>Police arrest two suspected drug dealers in Ado-Ekiti raid
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Ekiti State have arrested two suspected drug dealers during a raid on a suspected illicit drug market in Ado-Ekiti. The operation was carried out by officers attached to the New Iyin Division following intelligence reports about illegal drug activities around the Alade Garage area in Basiri, Ado-Ekiti. According
Police arrest two suspected drug dealers in Ado-Ekiti raid
target=_blank>Iran warns U.S. to choose ceasefire or continued war via Israel
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has said the conditions for a ceasefire between Iran and the United States are clear and explicit. According to him, the U.S. must make a firm decision: either commit to the ceasefire or continue the war through Israel. He stressed that it cannot have both. Araghchi also pointed to
Iran warns U.S. to choose ceasefire or continued war via Israel
target=_blank>UCL: Only three goalkeepers recorded higher save percentages than Arsenal’s David Raya in history
Only three goalkeepers have recorded higher save percentages in a UEFA Champions League season on record than Arsenal’s David Raya in the competition’s history. This comes after Raya’s impressive display for the Gunners against Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter-final first leg tie on Tuesday night. Recall that the Spain international was superb as
UCL: Only three goalkeepers recorded higher save percentages than Arsenal’s David Raya in history
target=_blank>Police arrest man over death of two persons after knife attack in Ogun
The Police Command in Ogun has arrested a 25-year-old suspect over alleged killing of two persons and causing three others injury at Olambe area of Ifo Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Okuseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Wednesday in Abeokuta. Babaseyi said it was reported
Police arrest man over death of two persons after knife attack in Ogun
target=_blank>Ogbafia dey for ground’ – Burna Boy mocks DJ Tunez after fight VIDEO
Famous Nigerian musician, Burna Boy, has publicly mocked DJ Tunez after their recent brawl. DAILY POST reports that Burna Boy and his team attacked DJ Tunez in Lagos on Monday for failing to play his music at Obi’s House, a popular weekly Afrobeats event. Reacting to the incident, the Nigerian DJ Association, NDJ, temporarily blacklisted
Ogbafia dey for ground’ – Burna Boy mocks DJ Tunez after fight VIDEO
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