The Imo State House of Assembly has called on the state government to deploy security personnel in both primary and secondary schools across the state to prevent vandalisation of facilities. The House made the call following a motion by Clinton Amadi, the member representing Owerri Municipal Council. He informed the house that the activities of area boys have forced some teachers and students to stop going to school to avoid being harassed by miscreants who always occupy the premises. Amadi said the area boys are undermining efforts being made by the government to provide quality education to the citizens. “The…
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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed surprise at the open brawl between the personnel of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, and the Nigeria Police Force. Adeleke urged the two security services to strictly adhere to their codes of operations in the law enforcement process. Speaking through a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed on Saturday in Osogbo, Adeleke revealed that he has convened a meeting of the State Security Council for next week to assess and take action on recent security developments in the state, including the open clash between some policemen and civil defence officials.…
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, on Saturday awarded three points and three goals to the Super Eagles following the botched 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. The Super Eagles consolidated their top position in the group following the verdict. The Nigerian side now have 10 points from four matches, four points clear of nearest rivals Benin. Libya remain bottom of the group with one point. A draw with Benin in Abidjan next month will qualify the Super Eagles for the 2025 AFCON to be hosted by Morocco in December 2025. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) also…
USA Forward, Mary Long had identified the strength of the Flamingos ahead of their quarter-final clash at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Flamingos won all their three group games, scoring nine goals and conceding only once. Saturday’s meeting at the CFC Stadium, Santiago de los Caballeros will be a repeat of their quarter-final clash two years ago in India. Despite recognising the threat posed by their opponent, Long said they have what it takes to win the contest “This is a super talented group of girls and it’s been fun so far in the tournament. We continue to…
Despite the non-participation of Police and other security agencies in the conduct of local government elections on Saturday in Kano, hundreds of voters trooped out to their polling units to cast their votes. Our Correspondent who monitored the election reports that in some Polling Units, elections finished as early as 10am soon after election materials were received. Voting at places like Tudunwada, Rimin Gado, Gwale, Municipal, Bichi and other places elections were conducted peacefully with voters coming out early to cast their votes. It was, however, observed that even though the election had started on time at the Tarauni PHC…
Enugu State Government has taken swift action regarding the disturbing case of Mrs. Ada Ogbogu, who allegedly assaulted her stepson with a pestle, causing serious harm. Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih, announced on Saturday that Mrs. Ogbogu, a resident of Sunrise Estate in Emene, Enugu metropolis, was arrested on Friday and is now in police custody. “This decisive move demonstrates the state government’s commitment to protecting its children and ensuring that such horrific incidents will not be tolerated. “Enugu State has a strong stance against child mistreatment, and this arrest sends a clear message…
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has mourned the untimely death of Ogene musician, Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah, ordering a thorough investigation into the sad development. The youthful musician was reportedly shot by a police officer on his departure from the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad after what the police described as a “friendly visit”. Reacting to the development on Saturday, Mbah took to his social media handles to condole with the deceased’s family, stressing that he had ordered a full investigation into the matter. “I received with a deep sense of grief the untimely death of Okezie Mba,…
The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has set an agenda for the new Minister of Education, Tunji Alaussa, demanding the prevention of the incessant industrial action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU. The student body also asked him to ensure sustainable university funding and improved welfare for educators. DAILY POST reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reshuffled his cabinet, sacking five ministers, appointing new ones and redeploying others including Alausa from the Ministry of Health to Education. Reacting to the development, NANS Clerk of the Senate, Abdulyekinn Oduanyo, in a statement obtained by DAILY POST on…
Manchester City have rejected Manchester United’s request to fly Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo to the Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday. According to Mail Sport, City told United that the flight is full. The Premier League champions have paid for a private jet to take their sizable delegation to Paris for the event. It has now been revealed that United asked their city rivals if they had any room for their two hopefuls. Sadly, for the Red Devils, they were informed that there was no room on the flight and alternate arrangements had to be made. United are in the…
Augustine Eguavoen has invited 35 players for the Super Eagles B team 2025 Africa Nations Championship qualifying fixture against Ghana. Remo Stars’ wing-back Ismail Sadiq, Kano Pillars’ forward Zikifilu Rabiu and Enugu Rangers’ attacking midfielder Kazeem Ogunleye are among the players summoned to camp by Eguavoen. The first leg of the fixture is billed for the weekend of 20th – 22nd December, with the return leg a week later. The overall winner will earn a berth at CHAN 2025 to be co-hosted by Kenya, Moore and Tanzania. The finals will run from 1st to 28th February 2025. ALL THE INVITED…