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TEN opposition political parties are in the race to stop the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in today's governorship election in Ekiti State, Four senatorial bye-polls in Enugu, Rivers, Ondo and Nasarawa; one House of Representatives and one State Assembly bye-elections in Kano and Kebbi states. Over 1m voters t…
•They beat me, threatened to kill me for speaking Igbo on phone-kidnapped widow •I fought back determined not to die alone-Tricycle operator By Steve Oko UMUAHIA - In a rare display of bravery never witnessed before since terrorists have been attacking communities, abducting residents across the country, youths of Ohuh…
•A three-pronged strategy for your consideration! Poor Nigerians. These days, ordinary people are one wrong journey away from a brutal death. General Rabe is now dead. Who knows what his family went through to recover his remains? May his soul rest in peace. The lessons from Rabe's killing are for the living. When he s…
You cannot be more Nigerian than someone from the South – West who found love across the Niger, served in Benin Kingdom and remains attached to Lagos, where nothing escapes scrutiny. Akin Victor Ogunsanya represents courage, determination and fair play. Chatting with him is a journey into almost everything. From politi…
There was this story of a political activist who was considered an enemy of State and sentenced to death. His last act when given the chance, was to hug his mother. This got people curious. Why not his wife, a child, or any of his comrades-in- arms? The message here however, is not that he chose his mother, but that no…
For an institution that makes laws for more than 200 million Nigerians, this is dangerous. A legislature that cannot convincingly account for its own documents cannot credibly demand accountability from ministries, departments, agencies or ordinary citizens. The latest controversy came from the Senate over the report t…
Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is witnessing an unusual trend, in that, more people are connecting to broadband networks, but they are
Dikko Umaru Radda, Governor of Katsina State on Thursday received the Agricultural Transformation and Security Improvement Award at the 2026
The Federal Government has assured businesses that tax incentives granted under repealed tax laws will remain valid until their expiration
African Democratic Congress chieftain, Dele Momodu, has predicted that the 2027 presidential election will be tough for President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during an interview on Nevon Media with Oseni Rufai, on Friday Momodu expressed optimism that the candidate of the ADC, Atiku Abubakar, will win the election. According…
One herder has been killed, and two others sustained gunshot injuries following an attack by Berom Militia in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, prompting calls for justice and renewed efforts to prevent further violence in the area. Security expert, Zagazola Makama who disclosed this in a report on Friday, …
Former Aston Villa captain, Gabriel Agbonlahor, has urged Portugal manager Roberto Martinez to consider dropping captain Cristiano Ronaldo from his starting XI as they prepare to face Uzbekistan in their next World Cup tie. Agbonlahor insisted that Ronaldo has passed his best, adding that he is not holding the ball up.…
The House of Representatives has responded to its Minority Caucus after calls for President Bola Tinubu to focus on insecurity or resign. In a press statement signed by spokesman, Akin Rotimi, Friday, the House acknowledged the safety concerns but reminded opposition lawmakers that they are part of the government and s…
Many public schools were deserted on Friday, following the false bandits’ alarm raised by a woman in Ilorin, Kwara State. A visit to some of the schools revealed that while staff of the schools were on ground, classrooms were empty as children refused to turn up for academic activities. A parent who requested anonymity…
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 18, 2026: Nigerian Naira records highest depreciation The Naira recorded the highest depreciation against the dollar on Friday at the official foreign exchange market to end the week bearish. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira further declined on Friday to…
The governorship candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, in the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, Dr Oyelami Saliu, has cautioned against wishing Governor Ademola Adeleke dead, insisting that the governor would live to hand over power after the election. Saliu, a medical practitioner, made the r…
Management of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE has suspended two students of the institution with immediate effect for allegedly posting leaked sex videos of the embattled students' Union leader, James Iyanuoluwa Adio. The university disclosed the suspension in a report on its website on Friday. DAILY POST learnt t…
Brazil President, Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva, has joked that Neymar is "the first player in the world to be called up to the national side and be working remotely.” The 80-year-old was speaking during a ceremony at a hospital in the southeast city of Belo Horizonte. Neymar only returned to training with the squad this w…
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed a viral video alleging bandits’ attack in some communities in the state, even as it warned against false information. In a press statement, the Command, through its Spokesperson, Henry Okoye, stated that it has observed with concern the purported video in circulation, which it…
The United States advanced to the World Cup knockout rounds with a game to spare following an impressive 2-0 win over Australia Friday, stoking the hopes of an already hyped host nation. The US join fellow tournament co-hosts Mexico as the first teams to progress, and could be assured top spot in Group D if Turkey fail…
By Victor Ahiuma-Young Military pensioners across the country are facing a growing threat from fraudsters seeking to steal their personal and banking information under the guise of processing pension benefits. The Military Pension Board, MPB, has raised the alarm over what it described as an identity theft scheme targe…
The Oba of Benin, Omo N'Oba N'Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has summoned native doctors, traditional priests, and priestesses to an urgent meeting over the worsening security crisis in Edo and Nigeria. This is contained in a statement signed by Chief Victor Nosakhare on behalf of Benin Traditional Council Secretary …
This policy brief is a practical accountability tool for law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and civil society. Its value lies in tracking whether the sixteen recommendations are being implemented, identifying where progress has stalled, and sustaining pressure for measurable reform. Only through consistent complia…
The central objective of SIMI, he explained, is to cultivate a new generation of technocrats and public leaders with a profound understanding of the role of intelligence in national development.