2 mn read Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Senator George Akume, along with governors, past governors, Senators, and other key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, from the North Central region, are set to convene in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Saturday to address the ongoing crisis within the party. DAILY POST gathered that prominent […]
< 1 mn read “Ndoma-Egba Denies Endorsing Cross River State House of Assembly Speaker Amidst Controversy” Former Majority Leader of the National Assembly, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, has refuted claims of endorsing any candidate for the position of Speaker in the Cross River State House of Assembly. The denial follows the recent upheaval in the Assembly, where Elvert Ayambem was […]
2 mn read Twelve opposition political parties have indicated interest in participating in the forthcoming local government elections in Ebonyi State. The opposition parties, which expressed their readiness for the July 20, 2024, council polls, will be competing for supporters against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Interacting with newsmen in his office at the Cabinet Office in […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Government has heeded the call from Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu v, who pleaded that the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway should commence simultaneously from both ends of Calabar and Lagos. The Obong in addressing journalists in his palace last week said it would abridge the project delivery time […]
2 mn read “Cross River Governor Urges NBC Action to Prevent Bloodshed Amid Boundary Disputes” Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has made a fervent plea to the National Boundary Commission (NBC) to take decisive steps in resolving boundary disputes to avert further violence. His call comes in the wake of recent clashes between communities in Arochukwu […]
2 mn read Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of South-South and Head of Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the country, DIG Sokari Pedro has said that in comparison with other South-South states, crime rate in Cross River State is very low. He stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the state […]
< 1 mn read There is a heavy presence of military personnel at the Nasarawa Emir’s Rest House in Kano State, where the dethroned Emir Aminu Ado Bayero was lodged after he was brought into the state. DAILY POST correspondent, who sighted the heavy presence of the military, understands that they are there as a backup security after an […]
< 1 mn read Joint security agencies, under the leadership of the Kano Police Commissioner, Muhammad Usaini Gumel, have said they will obey the court order issued by a Federal High Court stopping the Kano State government from reinstating Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. The Police Commissioner, Muhammad Usaini Gumel, alongside other top security officers of the military, the DSS […]
< 1 mn read A human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong has cautioned the federal government about interfering in the Kano Emirship struggle. Effiong specifically said that the central government has no authority to appoint or enthrone anyone as Emir. DAILY POST reported the reinstatement of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano. This is consequent upon a […]
2 mn read Athletes representing Plateau State showcased their prowess and determination in the inaugural Taraba Marathon, emerging victorious in both the male and female categories. Despite facing adverse weather conditions, including an early morning downpour, the Plateau athletes demonstrated exceptional skill and resilience throughout the race. The marathon, held in Jalingo, the capital city of Taraba State, […]
2 mn read The Deputy General Manager of the Umuahia zone of the Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA), Catechist Ambrose Jonah, has responded to reports alleging the desecration of a government mobile court in Umuahia. Jonah clarified that ASEPA officials did not sack any mobile court but rather were involved in a misunderstanding with officials from the […]
< 1 mn read Nigerian music sensation and one half of the iconic duo P-Square, Paul Okoye, widely known as Rudeboy, has reportedly taken a significant step in his personal life by marrying his girlfriend, Ifeoma Ivy. According to reports, the couple recently celebrated their traditional wedding ceremony in Abia State, Nigeria. Images from the private event surfaced online, […]
< 1 mn read Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, recently provided insights into her approach to dating and what she values in a partner. During an episode of the ‘Chicken Shop Date’ with host Amelia, Tems revealed that she considers herself adept at choosing partners and has never had a bad date. One of the […]
< 1 mn read Florence Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has recently shared her elation regarding her appointment as the King’s Trust International Ambassador by none other than the British monarch, King Charles III. This prestigious honor was bestowed upon her during a reception held at Buckingham Palace as part of the celebration for The King’s Trust Awards […]
2 mn read In a recent interactive session with fans on the X platform, Uzor Arukwe, a prominent actor in Nigeria’s Nollywood industry, shared insights into his experience portraying Chidoke, an Igbo businessman and money launderer, in the acclaimed film “A Tribe Called Judah.” Arukwe described this role as the most challenging of his career, attributing the difficulty […]
< 1 mn read Seun Kuti, the provocative Afrobeat musician and son of the legendary Fela Kuti, recently stirred up controversy with his bold claim that women are more unfaithful in relationships and marriages than men. This statement challenges the commonly held belief that men are the primary perpetrators of infidelity. During an appearance on the ‘Bahd & Boujee’ […]
2 mn read Days after his disqualification from contesting the May 29 elections, former South African President Jacob Zuma lashed out at the country’s apex court judges, saying their ruling was wrong. “I expected that from our judges, but they are definitely wrong. Not correct,” Mr Zuma said in his first interview with BBC on Thursday. The 82-year-old […]
2 mn read “Katsina Grain Sellers and Consumers Advocate for Federal Government Intervention with Price Controls Amid Escalating Food Inflation Concerns” In the face of mounting food inflation concerns, grain sellers and consumers in Katsina have united in their plea to the Federal Government (FG) for immediate intervention through the implementation of price controls. This urgent call was […]
3 mn read The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has dismissed a suit seeking an order restoring the 1963 Republican Constitution in Nigeria to full operation and repealing the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment, dismissed the suit for being incompetent. The judge held that the 1963 Republican Constitution is not an […]
2 mn read The National Bureau of Statistics says the average retail price of a litre of kerosene increased from N1,354.40 recorded in March 2024 to N1,439.64 in April 2024. The bureau said this in its Kerosene Price Watch for April 2024, released in Abuja on Friday. It said the April price of N1,439.64 represented a 6.29 per cent increase […]
