The Presidency on Monday criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in the state, describing the demand as unnecessary and politically motivated. Makinde, while formally assuming responsibility for the welfare, rehabilitation…
***Awards N10m cost against party ***Judgment won’t affect ADC candidates, party insists ***Atiku heads to S’Court, alleges forged INEC documents over ‘fake’ nomination upload By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, Omeiza Ajayi & Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — In a split decision of two-to-one, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja yesterd…
•Adeyemi writes open letter to Tinubu By Ebunoluwa Sessou A police interim investigation report has revealed how operatives uncovered an alleged forgery and impersonation syndicate built around a fictitious government agency, known as the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, following a petition …
The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Monday upheld an order restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission from recognising or participating in congresses conducted by committees appointed by the Senator David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress. The judgment has thrown fresh uncertai…
Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that citizens of 8 specific countries can enter the country using passports that have already expiredThe eight nations whose expired travel documents Turkey still recognises under certain conditions were listed in the official Turkey siteTravellers visiting Turkey on visa …
At least 123 drivers across Kano State have been charged to court following their arrest by the state police command for allegedly driving vehicles without registration plates or with concealed number plates as part of its ongoing Operation Clean Plate aimed at tackling criminal activities across the state. The command…
Oil prices climbed above $80 per barrel on Monday after renewed military confrontation between the United States and Iran heightened concerns over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. The latest escalation came as United States President Donald Trump announced plan…
Troops rescue three kidnap victims after gun battle with terrorists in Plateau Troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace have rescued three kidnapped victims after engaging suspected terrorists during an offensive operation in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation was launched at about 6:30 p.m.…
Man sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for shielding notorious bandit A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Monday, July 13, sentenced one Muhammad Sani to twenty years imprisonment for conspiring to conceal information about an alleged notorious bandit, Danranmi, which led to his escape. Sani, of Nabi Village, Shi…
"Story of my life" Actress Peggy Ovire writes in reaction to post claiming a woman helping a man will make him h@te her (video) Peggy Ovire has hinted at another issue that likely plagued her previous relationship. The actress was married to actor Fredrick Leonard until their union ended, with Peggy alleging infidelity…
Residents rescue newborn baby found abandoned along farm path in Kwara community Residents have rescued a newborn baby boy abandoned along a farm road in Omupo in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. According to Punch, the newborn, who still had his placenta attached, was found by a passersby, who alerted ot…
The Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra, otherwise known as the OCHA Brigade, has cracked down on illegal street trading and environmental violations, carrying out a major enforcement and decongestion exercise across markets in Ogidi, Afor Igwe Umunnachi, Oye Agu Abagana, Nkpor and surrounding areas. During the operati…
Actor Brad Pitt's daughter Zahara takes out ad to drop his name Zahara Jolie-Pitt has taken another step toward legally dropping her father Brad Pitt's surname.According to court documents obtained by TMZ, the 21-year-old has completed one of California's legal requirements for a name change by publishing notice of her…
Church leader s£xually assaulted young men and police fear there may be more victims Police are appealing for further victims of a church leader to come forward after he was convicted of abusing four vulnerable young men over more than 40 years. John Grant, 77, a moderator and preacher at the London Baptist Association…
UK slams new travelling conditions on Nigeria and 32 other African countries Nigerians and citizens of 32 other African countries must obtain entry clearance before travelling to or transiting through the United Kingdom under updated immigration guidance issued by the UK Home Office.The revised guidance requires travel…
GistReel A lady has gone viral after sharing how a late-night request from her neighbour turned into an unexpected commitment that neither of them saw coming. According to the woman, her neighbour knocked on her door at about 11 p.m. carrying a casserole and asked for a favour. She said the neighbour admitted she had t…
President Trump reinstates Iran port blockade and imposes 20% charge on cargo passing through Strait of Hormuz US President Donald Trump has announced a new blockade targeting Iranian ports, saying it will bar "Iran's ships or customers" from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also said the United States w…
New US Ebola patient arrives Germany for treatment An American humanitarian worker infected with Ebola has arrived in Germany for treatment, German health authorities have confirmed. The patient landed in Frankfurt overnight before being transferred to the city's university hospital for specialised care.World Health Or…
Man United confirm £50m signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea Manchester United have completed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £50m for the midfielder.United will pay an initial £48million for the 22-year-old, with a further £2million in add-ons, and he has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford. The…
Rapper Boosie Badazz sues after paying $600K for a Trump pardon that never materialized Rapper Boosie Badazz has filed legal action against political operatives Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman, alleging they failed to secure a presidential pardon after he reportedly paid them $600,000.According to a report by NOTUS, Boosie…
27-year-old Nigerian mum in UK died by suicide after mental health struggles, inquest hears An inquest into the tragic d3ath of a 27-year-old Nigerian mother-of-one in the United Kingdom has found she took her life. Beatrice Solomon was found unresponsive at her home on Norris Road, Stanfield, Stoke-on-Trent, on Wednes…
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele opened up about the personal sacrifices she made to deliver her record-breaking film Behind The ScenesThe filmmaker revealed she abandoned self-care, skipped parties, and endured sleepless nights to give the project her allBehind The Scenes has grossed N2.7 billion at the box office, so…
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly killed a 300-level student of the Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma and abducted five others in Edo State. DAILY POST gathered that the incident happened separately on Friday, July 10, and Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Idoa and Ekpoma communities, respectively. In the acc…
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Military hand over rescued teachers and pupils to Oyo State Government The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army Headquarters, Major General Chinedu Nnebeufe, this afternoon led the rescued teachers and pupils to the Oyo State Secretariat and officially handed them over to Governor Seyi Makinde. T…