The Russian Government has said that the United States and the United Kingdom were trying to destroy its relationship with Nigeria by linking the country with the August 1 hunger protest in Nigeria. This was contained in a letter from the Russian Government to the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs by the official Press Secretary of the Russian embassy in Nigeria, Yury Paramonov on Friday in Abuja. DAILY POST recalls that some protesters were seen waving Russian flag and chanting slogans, while others held placards with various messages during the protest. Russia has also been accused of involvement in recent…
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Nigeria’s tier-one bank, Zenith Bank has announced that its customers can perform transactions seamlessly on all its channels. The Bank disclosed this in a notice on Friday. This comes after the bank had earlier announced service disruption on Tuesday due to system maintenance. In an update, Zenith Bank urged its customers that services have been restored across all its Channels, including Zenith Bank Debit, Credit and Prepaid cards, Automated Teller Machines, ATMs, Point of Sales terminals, POS, Mobile Apps, Internet Banking Platforms and Agents nationwide (Agent Banking). This means that customers will not experience difficulties accessing services on its Channels.…
The 75th anniversary of the founding of New China marks a moment of historical significance. Looking back at the glorious years, China has achieved remarkable accomplishments in various fields, from economic development to technological innovation and global governance. However, what stands out even more is China’s transformation in its role on the international stage and its contributions to global development. The establishment of New China heralded the arrival of a new era. Starting from a point of poverty, the Chinese people, through hard work and wisdom, have continuously created miracles. In the economic field, China has achieved a great transition…
Veteran Nigerian actress, Binta Ayo Mogaji, has advised women above 35 years to get pregnant outside wedlock. The 60-year-old actress stated this during an interview on Oyinmomo TV. Sharing her thoughts on marriage, motherhood, and societal pressures, the actress who welcomed her first child at age 40, encouraged single women over 35 to having children outside wedlock if they desire motherhood. Magaji further emphasized the need for women to prioritize motherhood over societal expectations. “What I’m saying is, once you are 35 or older and you don’t have a husband, but there is someone in your life who is not…
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has described himself as the greatest loser in Saturday’s local government election in the state. Fubara explained that he would lose out because his party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is not participating in Saturday’s local government election in the state. The governor spoke while addressing Rivers Political Stakeholders at Government House in Port Harcourt. He, however, expressed the determination of his administration to support the cause of sustainable democracy in the state. Fubara also vowed that he won’t tolerate confusion or any attempt to cause instability in the state during the election. According…
As part of its ongoing commitment to improving oral health awareness, Pepsodent, a leading global toothpaste brand, has launched its ‘Talk to a Dentist’ campaign in Osun and Ondo States. The campaign, which commenced in September 2024 and will run through October 2024, will see Pepsodent, in collaboration with the Nigerian Dental Association (NDA) engage various community leaders, including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, who warmly welcomed the initiative. Speaking about the campaign, Oiza Gyang, Marketing Head of Oral Care at Unilever Nigeria, explained that the initiative was designed to democratize access to dental care by offering free…
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has said the team’s performances will improve when he has left-backs Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia fit again. Ten Hag has come under pressure at United following last weekend’s 3-0 defeat to Tottenham and Thursday’s 3-3 draw with Porto. Shaw has not played this season due to a calf issue, while Malacia has not played since the summer of 2023 due to a knee injury. Ten Hag has previously said he doesn’t expect either to return before the October international break. When asked about Diogo Dalot’s makeshift role at left-back, Ten Hag told reporters:…
A member of the House of Representatives, Ikenga Ugochinyere, has urged the governors elected under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to fly down to Rivers State. The lawmaker alleged that the right of Rivers people to vote is under attack from federal agents. According to him, PDP governors should stop making the opposition look like jokers. Ugochinyere said the PDP governors should boldly stand with their Rivers State colleague, Siminalayi Fubara, whom he said had displayed great courage to defend democracy at all costs. He made the call in a post on his X handle on Friday,…
Controversial pastor, Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, aka Odumeje, has recounted how he got involved in armed robbery at the age of 14. Odumeje disclosed that he grew up on a dangerous street in the Onitsha area of Anambra State. The cleric made the disclosure while detailing his past and transformation from a life of crime to Christianity. In a viral video of him addressing his members, Odumeje said growing up on a tough street pushed him into a life of crime. He credited his transformation to his mother who introduced him to the path of salvation and guided him to Christ. Odumeje…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Anambra Command, has arrested five suspected illegal private security guards for alleged possession of three pump action guns. The Commandant of NSCDC, Anambra Command, Mr Olatunde Maku, while briefing newsmen on Friday in Awka, said the suspects were apprehended on Oct. 3. Maku said that the suspects were apprehended at an illegal road block within Nteje community in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra following intelligence reports. He said the suspects were allegedly extorting money from motorists and causing untold hardships to road users. According to him, Ekene Erigaka, 27, from Imo…