Libya coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has hailed Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, branding him as a world-class player. According to him, Lookman can make the difference in the absence of Victor Osimhen when Nigeria hosts Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier on Friday evening. Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of the match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Al-Hadiri told reporters: “The Nigerian national team is not depending on one player, the whole team of Nigeria is strong not just an individual, it’s the best team in Africa. “They have a lot of players like Atalanta’s…
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The Nigerian government has announced that petroleum marketers can now purchase Premium Motor Spirit(Petrol) directly from Dangote Refinery. The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun and Chairman of the Naira-Crude Sale Implementation Committee, disclosed this in a statement through the Ministry’s official X account on Friday. The announcement officially put an end to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited being the sole off-taker of Dangote Petrol. According to the Minister, this was the outcome meeting of the Implementation Committee on the Sales of Crude Oil and Refined Products in Naira, held on Thursday. In addition, the government reiterated its commitment to…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the National Road Safety Advisory Council (NaRSAC) with a charge on members to align with global best practices in reducing traffic crashes. He therefore tasked the council to set National Road Safety Strategy targets and ensure effective coordination between federal, state, and local governments to achieve shared road safety objectives. Speaking during the ceremony on Friday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Vice President Shettima emphasized the critical nature of road safety, stating, “Road safety is not merely a matter of policy but a critical part of the lifeline that connects the people of this…
Former Sweden head coach, Janne Andersson has revealed his reason for turning down the chance to manage the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Andersson was among the coaches linked with the vacant Super Eagles managerial job in the summer. The 62-year-old was reportedly the leading candidate for the position at that period. The gaffer said he rejected overtures from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over the terms of the contract. “Nigeria was very persistent and wanted me to take the job. There were many appealing aspects, but the overall situation wasn’t perfect. It didn’t feel 100 percent right, and it has…
As World Sight Day was marked on Thursday, October 10 across the globe, ophthalmologists have advocated early detection and treatment of eye issues. Leading the charge is a professor of Ophthalmology at the College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Prof. Ifeoma Ezegwui, who urged parents to take their children for early eye examinations as soon as they notice any vision issues. They made the call during the 2024 World Sight Day celebration, themed “Love Your Eyes, Children,” held at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC). DAILY POST reports that the event was organised by the Department of Ophthalmology, University…
The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has assured of collaboration with the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, in a bid to reduce crime in the state. This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesman of the Command, ASCII Umar Mohammad and made available to newsmen in Gusau. According to the statement, the Commandant, Sani Mustapha disclosed this during a courtesy visit by Comptroller, Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, Ibrahim Shehu. Mustapha reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that national assets and infrastructure in the state are effectively secured. “Security agencies must cooperate to achieve…
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark the International Day of the Girl, Penninah Ugonyork, Legal Councillor and Case Manager of the Axis of Hope Initiative has described Nigeria as a place where the Child Rights Act, which includes the rights of the girl child, is vehemently violated. Addressing the press on Friday to mark the International Day of the Girl, Penninah Ugonyork, Legal Councillor and Case Manager, said the Nigerian society fails to recognize that sexual abuse, amongst others, is not the only violation of the rights of the girl child under the Child’s Right Act.…
Dano, Nigeria’s leading dairy brand under Arla Foods, has reaffirmed its commitment to superior quality with the launch of two new dairy products: Dano Cool Cow and Dano Full Cream Evaporated Milk. The exclusive unveiling took place on Friday, 4 October, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. The introduction of these innovative products reinforces Dano’s leadership in the dairy industry, and showcases the brand’s continued dedication to delivering quality and nutritious options for Nigerian consumers. Delivering the opening remarks, Peder Pedersen, Managing Director, Arla Foods, shared the company’s vision for these new dairy products. “Dano Evaporated Milk is a product…
Jigawa State Government in collaboration with UNICEF has inaugurated the State Safe School Coordination Committee to ensure the protection of children and learning environment. Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, Usman Muhammad disclosed this during the inauguration of the committee in Dutse. He said the committee is to enhance security in schools by coordinating with security agencies and stakeholders, receiving and referring complaints, and maintaining emergency hotlines. “We are taking strict measures to respond and ensure maximum security and protection of schools and our children across the state. “The committee will consider Issues that has to do with…
The Coalition Of Anti-Corruption Civil Society Organisations For Development, COCSOD, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, to investigate allegations of financial misappropriation in the Ministry Of Niger Delta Development. The Coalition is made up of Center For Democracy and Human Rights (CEDEHUR), Association of Media Practitioners in Oil and Gas producing Areas (AMEPROGAS), Arewa Youth Alliance for Progress and Development, and Network Against Corruption and Trafficking Initiative, NACAT. They pointed to an avalanche of documents and memos showing details of projects allegedly executed only on paper…