The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike on Tuesday said all his works in Abuja are part of President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope Agenda mantra. Wike said Tinubu’s promise to satisfy Nigerians is being fulfilled through good works that are renewing the hope of citizens. The minister spoke during the inspection of the ongoing construction of the five-kilometre Saburi – Dei Dei road in Abuja. “Good governance is inclusive of the provision of basic infrastructure, being transparent and accountable, providing security and providing quality health and education to the people. “All the things that we have been…
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The Police in Niger State have arrested and paraded three suspects for alleged theft, receiving stolen property in Maje Suleja local government area and also recovered 35 cattle. The suspects, Moh’d Moh’d, Usama Aminu and Ali Lawal, were caught by police operatives on November 1, 2024, after Moh’d Moh’d attempted to sell a stolen motorcycle. Abiodun stated that Moh’d Moh’d transported the stolen motorcycle from Gulu, Lapai to Maje, where he had a buyer waiting. “However, the police intervened, leading to the arrest of Aminu and Lawal. Aminu assisted in selling the motorcycle while Lawal, a motorcycle technician, purchased it…
Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani has said the terrorist group, Lukarawas in Sokoto State is not new, noting that the group is affiliated to a chain of foreign commanders. DAILY POST reports that the Defence Headquarters, last week Thursday confirmed the emergence of the new terrorist group in the North-western part of the country. Reports indicate that members of the Lakurawa sect are currently making life unbearable for residents of Sokoto State. Sani had earlier expressed worries over the emergence of Lukarawas in Sokoto State. However, in a post via his X handle, Sani wrote, “Lakurawa is not a…
On Tuesday, November 5th, Shoprite, the largest retail brand in Africa, Shoprite opened its doors to Benin City in an extravagant grand opening, and the city was buzzing with enthusiasm welcoming the largest shopping store in Africa to Edo state. Shoprite, the retailer of choice delivering convenience, and exceptional value to customers and communities since 2005 in Nigeria; is positioned to become Benin’s leading shopping destination thanks to its dedication to offering a wide range of international and local products, competitive prices, fresh produce from Shoprite’s Freshmark division, and a thrilling shopping experience for everyone. The Indigenous people of Benin…
The Super Eagles camp in Abidjan came alive on Tuesday with the arrival of more players ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. 21 players are now in the team’s camp with only two more expected. Goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali and Real Sociedad striker, Umar Sadiq are the only players yet to hit camp. The Super Eagles will have their first team training in Abidjan later tonight. The three-time African champions will tackle Benin Republic at the Felix Houphet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Thursday. Nigeria tops Group D with 10 points from four matches,…
The detention of Imo radio broadcaster, Chinonso Uba (Nonsokwa) in the state correctional service centre has continued to generate reactions mostly from human rights activists. In a press statement made available to journalists in Owerri, a human rights activist, Comrade Donald Nwaneri called on the State Government to intervene in the case of the embattled broadcaster and bring it to an end. The activist stated that the continued detention of the radio presenter does not show harmonious relationship between the government and the media. He frowned at the manner the radio presenter was arrested by the Nigeria Police, noting that…
Monday Okpebholo, the newly sworn-in Governor of Edo State, is set to probe the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki. Okpebholo announced he will set up a panel of inquiry to investigate the past administration’s refusal to inaugurate 14 elected lawmakers of the State House of Assembly in 2019. DAILY POST reports that the 14 lawmakers elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 7th Assembly were denied inauguration during Obaseki’s administration. Okpebholo announced the planned probe in his inaugural speech shortly after taking the oath of office as the governor of the state on Tuesday…
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby has resigned. DAILY POST reports that this comes after the independent Makin review discovered that the Church of England covered up sexual abuse by a barrister. Following calls for his resignation, Welby said the report “exposed the long-maintained conspiracy of silence about the heinous abuses of John Smyth”. According to Welby, he believed wrongly that an appropriate resolution would follow” when he was told in 2013 that Smyth had been reported to the police. In a statement, Welby said: ‘Having sought the gracious permission of His Majesty The King, I have decided to resign…
Federal Government pensioners have protested at the headquarters of the Ministry of Finance over unpaid accrued rights. National Chairman of the National Union of Contributory Pensioners, Comrade Sylva Nwaiwu, who led the senior citizens to the Ministry, called for the immediate payment of their accrued rights. DAILY POST reports that accrued rights refer to the pension entitlements under the old scheme before the introduction of the Contributory Pension Scheme by the Federal Government in 2004. By the Pension Act, all pension entitlements before 2004 were meant to be paid to the Pension Fund Administrators, PFAs, of each Federal Government worker…
Newcastle United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Victor Osimhen. Osimhen is currently on loan at Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray. According to the Chronicle, the Magpies will make a move for the Nigeria international at the end of the season. It has been reported that Napoli wants €75 million to sell the striker. Osimhen’s contract with Napoli runs until the summer of 2026. He is currently on duty with Nigeria ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Transfer: Newcastle United interested in Osimhen