…grounds to suspend elected governments or displace democratic institutions. “We made it abundantly clear that constitutional democracy cannot be preserved through executive fiat, and that disagreements within the political process must always be resolved through constitutionally recognised institutions and legal mechan…
…the Jos man; so what are the other cases? There are several others. In one case, an Abuja-based businesswoman was mistakenly arrested during an operation targeting suspected oil bunkerers. She was simply there to deliver goods. Once investigation confirmed she was innocent, she was paid an initial N10 million in compen…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned a man, Mahmud A. Abubakar, before the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, over an alleged N1.09bn fraud. The EFCC disclosed this in a statement posted on its X account on Wednesday. The anti-graft agency said Abubakar was arraigned b…
…Professionals of Nigeria ACSPN, held at the National Open University Conference Centre, Abuja. Represented by National Commissioner, Sani Adam, SAN, Amupitan who spoke on the theme, “Media, Technology and Elections in Africa: Navigating Digital Disruption and the New Dynamics of Electoral Communication,” said the propo…
…of retired Brig. Gen. Basil Adonkie, hours after she was abducted from her residence in Abuja. The Brigade disclosed this in a special situation report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday. The report said Mrs Adonkie was “abducted at about 10.30pm on September 1, prompting the deployment of troops…
…from the Ibadan Polytechnic, viewers became outraged as they called the act an abuse of power. The video was recorded when students met with the Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli to seek support for their program. The student, seen sitting on the senator's lap for an unknown reason, seemed tense…
…in Yazoo City, Mississippi, faces fraud by wire and money laundering charges. Adeolu Solabu is detained in Baltimore, Maryland, for fraud by wire.Olusegun Martins, held in Houston, Texas, faces larceny, identity theft, fraud by wire, and fraud charges. Uche Diuno, detained in Oakdale, Louisiana, is charged with fraud b…
…the two in a physical embrace, prompting Biden to joke about his past years of substance abuse prior to his recovery in 2019. "I was in a stupor at that point. I think that was pre-2019 when I got sober," Biden quipped. Toward the end of the session, Biden maintained the humorous tone, periodically adjusting his fictio…
…child traffickers and rescued a four-year-old girl who was allegedly abducted in Kuje, Abuja. The suspects, identified as Rose Daniel and Blessing John, were arrested on August 27, 2026, while allegedly attempting to flee with the child, identified as Ummi Mariam Abdullah. Confirming the development to newsmen, the FCT…
…covering security issues and counterinsurgency in Nigeria and across Africa.FCT, Abuja - DIG Johnson Kokumo (rtd.), the director-general of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), has described as false a viral video claiming that suspects arrested over illegal arms importation th…
…chairman of the National Population Commission, also passed away at Nizamiya Hospital in Abuja.A source within the NPC said Yusuf had been dealing with diabetes-related complications and had collapsed several times before his death.Yusuf was sworn in as NPC chairman by President Tinubu on December 3, 2025, less than a…
…of Dangote Refinery to help reduce retail fuel prices. The National President of IPMAN, Abubakar Maigandi, made the appeal in an interview with DAILY POST on Tuesday. His appeal comes as fuel prices rose significantly to between N1,310 and N1,345 per litre in Abuja and its environs. The latest retail petrol price hike…
…for the latest fuel price hike in Nigeria. The national presidents of IPMAN and PETROAN, Abubakar Maigandi and Billy Gillis-Harry, respectively, blamed the rising fuel prices on the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran and the pricing of petroleum products by suppliers. DAILY POST reports that fuel pu…
…engagement, with many users divided over whether the footage was genuine.Christian Nnabugo commented, "AI at work. If he tries it, he's going to jail the next day." Henry Paul wrote, "He can only leave when APC is no longer in power, but as long as APC is still in power, till death do part." Luke Ugwu offered a differe…
…community in Kaduna Statem The victims were identified as Suleiman Yakubu, 19, and Abubakar Mohammed, 17. The drowning occured following torrential rainfall that affected parts of the state. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), North-West Operations Office, Kaduna, confirmed the incident. The agency said th…
…the second edition of the Policy Roundtable organized by the APC Professionals Forum in Abuja, titled The Asiwaju Scorecard Series. Restating his administration's economic trajectory, President Tinubu highlighted key macroeconomic indicators, noting that gross external reserves had reached approximately $52.7 billion b…
…National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Ranoil and other filling stations in Abuja and its environs. The latest price hike in Nigeria comes after Dangote Refinery raised its gantry price by N65 per litre. Fuel price: Brent, WTI global crude prices jump to $95, $90 per barrel as US-Iran conflict escalates
…spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the police identified the suspects as Nura Aliyu, 20; Abubakar Adamu, 21; Abubakar Muhammed, 23; Abdulhameed Yusuf, 18; and Yusuf Husseini, 20. The command said all five suspects are residents of Kofare.Five cutlasses allegedly used in committing the robbery attacks were also recovere…
The Nigeria Police Force and the National Peace Committee led by General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) have stepped up efforts to contain rising political tension and alleged inciting comments as campaigns for the 2027 general elections gather momentum. The Nigeria Labour Congress has rejected the latest petrol price hi…
…from Nigerian newspapers: 1. Proceedings in a suit filed by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar before a Federal High Court in Abuja ended abruptly on Tuesday after his lawyer refused to serve the suit’s originating documents on President Bola Tinubu’s lawyer. Atiku’s suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1888/2026, was filed in hi…
…foremost event planning outfit, RegalBlissEvents, a company that has become the toast of Abuja, Kaduna and other states. In this interview with ROTIMI IGE, the creative director, Gloria Michael spoke on what makes them tick The post For us, a successful event means guests remember the experience — Gloria and Bolanle Mi…
…Suspends renal transplant services By Chidinma Chukwu ABUJA — Wellington Clinics, Abuja, has denied involvement in any financial transaction linked to a controversial kidney transplant performed at its facility, saying its role was limited to providing an equipped theatre and a conducive environment for the procedure.…
…the exclusive control of partisan politicians. He proposed that to prevent political abuse and ensure direct protection for vulnerable citizens, state police formations should be managed by traditional rulers, religious figures, youth, and women leaders. He said, “The federal police we have now are controlled by partis…
…the felicitation in a statement personally issued by him on Tuesday in Abuja, hailing Shettima’s life of service, commitment and sacrifice to Nigeria. “Today, I warmly congratulate Vice-President Kashim Shettima, my brother and partner in steering the ship of our state, on his 60th birthday on September 2.” “Kashim is…
By Henry Umoru ABUJA- AHEAD of January 16 presidential election, the Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC ahead of the election, Peter Obi has disclosed that he held talks with Canada’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr Pasquale Salvaggio, as part of moves to deepen bilateral relations and strengthen Nigeri…