"Oyebanji made history in Ekiti State as the first governor to be re-elected back-to-back since 1999, a testament to his approach to governance and his ability to unite the state's stakeholders across party lines."

Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have been withdrawn from the remainder of their respective County Championship matches in a clear indication that they will return to the England team for the final Test against New Zealand.

…Town. "We are calling on the Ogun Waterside Local Government to come to our aid and help us construct efficient drainage system within Ode-Omi Town," a cross section of residents appealed. The downpour comes just days after the Lenuwa Palace urged the community to prioritise development projects that would benefit resi…

…committed to human rights advocacy and public interest matters, while promoting social justice and access to justice. "We want to digitalise bar practice. Our desire is to improve members' welfare and promote the rule of law. "We will create a branch website and make use of technology to move the branch to the next lev…

…Nyanya Motor Park bomb attack that claimed several lives and left many others injured. Justice James Omotosho handed down the sentence during the recently concluded mass trial of terrorism suspects in the Federal Capital Territory. Garba was convicted after pleading guilty to a five-count terrorism-related charge filed…

…for the accidental discharge was swiftly disarmed after the incident and taken into custody. The sources added that he is currently being detained, pending further investigation and possible disciplinary action. The Army also stressed the need for personnel to strictly comply with weapons-handling procedures and establ…

…Kingdom, triggering what officials have described as one of the country’s most serious rail accidents in recent decades. British Transport Police confirmed that nine passengers remained in critical condition, while three others suffered life-changing injuries. Thirty-two passengers sustained serious injuries and 56 suf…

…supplying illicit drugs to two teenage students The statement further added that the suspects were arrested and handed over to the NDLEA on Thursday, 18th June, 2026. In his confessional statement, 15-year-old SS2 student claimed the 84-year-old grandpa supplies him the drugs which he takes and also sells to fellow stu…

…over indiscriminate disposal of waste. The convicts are: Abidemi Oyebanjo, Aminat Adewusi, Aminat Olarewaju, Omolana Olusola, Abiola Moridiya, Mary Olaogun, Abiodun Aromokun and Sylvester Iwenya. They were sentenced on a two-count charge bordering on unlawful and improper waste disposal on public roads and acts dangero…

…rate fluctuations since then. "We made this decision after carefully considering various factors, and we do not anticipate that it will have an immediate impact on inbound tourism," he said. Motegi added that the government does not expect the higher fees to have an immediate impact on inbound tourism. The development…

…and much-needed support that contributed the victory. Oyebanji's re-election will sustain Ekiti development, unity - Senator Bamidele

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested three suspected female collaborators of ISWAP terrorists during an operation in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. This was made known in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region. Makama disclosed that the suspe…

…Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has renewed calls for a special federal status for Lagos, arguing that the state continues to bear national-level responsibilities more than three decades after losing its status as Nigeria's capital. He made the appeal on Saturday at the maiden Geo-economic Optimisation Summi…

Nigerian filling stations have finally reduced their fuel pump price, five days after Dangote Refinery’s gantry price cut. A market survey by DAILY POST on Sunday morning showed that Eterna, NIPCO, AA Rano and Ranoil filling stations have all dropped their fuel pump price to between N1,280 and N1,300, from N1,340 per l…

…will attempt to snatch victory from Adeleke if he isn't careful enough. “The governor must follow them closely and ensure he has eyes on the ground because they have already concluded their plans to go beyond the election polls to get victory by all means. Adeleke must stay with his win till the very end." Furthermore,…

…you happy. “When rent is due, school fees can't be paid and there is no food in the house, it is difficult to have a fantastic life. “I am not saying there is no love without money. But love and fantastic life are not the same,” she said. She advocated for intending couples to be financially stable to a certain extent…

…The case, which is coming up for hearing for the first time on Monday, was fixed by Justice Mohammed Umar. Hearing notices to the effect had been issued and served on parties in the suit. Kingsley, in the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1234/2026 and filed by his lawyer, D.A. Sulyman, had sued PRP, Mr Duke and Independent Nati…

…of the Nigerian Constitution requires the State to abolish all corrupt practices and abuse of power. Where a court finds evidence of self-dealing, conflict of interest, and unlawful expenditure of public funds, public institutions are under a constitutional obligation to remedy the resulting harm." "The constitutional…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto Security tensions have escalated across communities in Eastern Sokoto following confirmation by the Nigerian Army that it has received intelligence reports alleging that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji and his loyalists are conducting weapons training and tactical drills in parts of Isa L…

…that the captives regained freedom shortly after he issued a two-hour ultimatum to suspected kidnappers. The police, reacting to viral videos and social media reports, said there was no official confirmation that the victims had been rescued and insisted there was no evidence linking Igboho to any rescue operation. The…

…drug consignments, apprehended a wanted couple in Ekiti State, and arrested several suspects, including a 75-year-old woman, during operations in Oyo State. According to the agency, Obiora was arrested on Friday, June 19, 2026, following credible intelligence that he sold illicit substances, including opioids, from a p…

The Group F encounter carried added significance as it became the 1000th match in FIFA World Cup history, but it was Japan who ensured the landmark occasion would be remembered for their ruthless efficiency and attacking brilliance

…young journalists to prioritise factual reporting, ethical storytelling and responsible use of digital tools in shaping society and strengthening democracy. The call was made during the 2026 International Campus Journalism Conference (ICJC), held at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, where student journalists a…

…H2 models are some of the most advanced models on the market, but they are not cheap, so using them to beg on the streets doesn't really make financial sense. Some have suggested that these bizarre scenes may be artistic installations designed to make people reflect on the increasingly absurd relationship between human…

…its mandate. He warned that the administration would not tolerate any form of collusion with criminal elements and stressed the need for integrity and accountability. The Governor further charged the personnel to justify the confidence reposed in them by the government and the people. Also speaking, the Commissioner of…