Kwara State Ministry of Environment on Thursday discovered an illegal dump site along General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin, the state capital, where some commercial waste collectors and other residents have been dumping their refuse in violation of the state environmental law. The ministry also apprehended Inspector Adamu Usman, a police officer attached to the airport, who was allegedly aiding and abetting the illegal activity. He has been handed over to the state Police Command headquarters in Ilorin. State Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Musa Buge, who led the enforcement team to the area, said they discovered the site after…
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The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversion plan for the reconstruction of Lagos-Badagry Carriageway. The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Osiyemi said the diversion which would commence from August 26, 2024 to Jan 31, 2025, would be in sections to minimise inconveniences for motorists. He added that the first section of the reconstruction covering the stretch of Durbar Junction, Badagry Bound (on both toll lanes and service lanes), would start Aug. 26 to Sept. 30, 2024. He advised motorists to use the following alternative routes while the first…
Olatubosun Oginni has completed his move to Beniniose side, FC Dragons. DAILY POST reports that Oginni signed a two-years contract with the club He joined FC Dragons from Nigeria Premier Football League side Bayelsa United. Oginni turned down the chance join to Kano Pillars following the departure of coach Paul Offor from the club. He featured regularly for Bayelsa United last season. Oginni previously played for Kwara United. Oginni joins Beninoise club FC Dragons from Bayelsa United
Edo Queens emerged winners of the 2024 WAFU CAF Women’s Champions League title following a comfortable 3-0 win against Benin Republic’s Ainonvi FC in the final on Friday. Moses Aduku’s side struggled to break down their opponent early in the game. The Nigerian champions however went into the break with a 1-0 lead courtesy of captain Suliat Abideeen’s fine finish. The second half was also keenly contested but enterprising forward Emem Essien doubled Edo Queens lead on the hour mark. Elizabeth Ukandu’s own goal 14 minutes from time put the game totally beyond Ainonvi FC. Edo Queens make the history…
Aston Villa striker, Ollie Watkins has named Arsenal legend Thierry Henry as the best player to ever play in the Premier League. Watkins said the Frenchman was a joy to watch during his time at Arsenal. Henry enjoyed a stellar career with the Gunners. The striker was renowned for his pace, technique, and dribbling prowess during his playing days as a professional footballer. “He was the main man, I still say it now, he’s the best player to play in the Premier League. He was a joy to watch,” Watkins told Sky Sports. “When I was younger I used to…
A pro-PDP group under the aegis of PDP Frontiers for Change and Progress has alleged that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, is behind the media campaign launched against the Chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Adolphus Wabara. The group, which addressed journalists in Umuahia, Abia State, also alleged that the FCT Minister was behind the political crisis occurring in Rivers State. The National Coordinator of the group, Emeka “Yellow” Ikpegbu, decried Wike’s reaction concerning the recent visit of PDP BoT members to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, stating that no amount of media…
Barcelona have confirmed that striker Pau Víctor has signed a contract with the club’s first team. The Catalan club disclosed this in a statement via their website on Friday. This is coming ahead of Barcelona’s LaLiga clash with Athletic Club on Saturday evening at Camp Nou. Victor played for Barça Atlètic on loan from Girona last season. He had a great pre-season with the senior squad, leading the Barça goal count with three, and making his official first team debut when he came on against Valencia last Saturday. “This Friday he made it all official by signing his permanent Barça…
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Chinwe, has finally seen her period. DAILY POST reports that Chinwe had sex with her partner, Zion about two weeks ago. After which she had been complaining of not seeing her period. Confiding in Ruthee, now evicted housemate, Chinwe revealed that she was feeling feverish and fatigued. Also, the show organizers in a post on its official X, suggested that Chinwe might be pregnant. However, in a now viral video on social media on Friday, was seen dancing energetically to celebrate the arrival of her period. Watch the video below; View this…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has reaffirmed its support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State amid the ongoing PDP crisis in the state. The Governors pledged to engage with the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party to review the congresses recently held in Rivers State and address any discrepancies. They emphasized that Governor Fubara should be allowed to assume his rightful leadership role within the party in the state. This position was outlined in a communiqué released after the forum’s 4th regular monthly meeting at Government House, Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, on Friday. In…
Sokoto United have announced the signing of Philimon Bitrus and David Igoche, DAILY POST reports. The duo joined the Nigeria National League side from non-league clubs Greenberet FC and Zema FC respectively. Bitrus and Igoche signed a two-year contract each. Sokoto United confirmed the duo’s signing on the social media. “We welcome both players to the Sokoto United FC family and look forward to their valuable contributions to the team’s success!.” Sokoto United wrote on X. Sokoto United missed out on promotion to the top-flight last season.. NNL: Sokoto United announce Bitrus, Igoche’s signing