Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has called on Nigerian youths to join politics to decide their fate and make a difference. Otti made this call during Church Service at The Transforming Church, TTC, on Sunday in Abuja. He pointed out that every society needs the leadership it deserves, sitting back with the notion that politics is for politicians, the politicians will decide everything for the people. Quoting Psalms 62:11, the governor said that power belongs to God and advised the youths against shying away from power “I am challenging all the young people here. Don’t shy away from politics. That…
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The Nigeria Police Force have decried the spate of jungle justice in the country, warning against its consequences on criminal justice administration, rule of law and global reputation. The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja, condemned the trend of jungle justice in the country, describing it as a deplorable and savage behaviour. Adejobi said the act had led to the tragic loss of lives and destruction of properties across the country. According to him, the inhuman act was a betrayal of justice and due process, which undermined the rule…
Since President Bola Tinubu’s October 1 Independence Speech, where he announced to the world that he was ready to organize a youth conference to address the many concerns of young people in Nigeria, not many have come to terms with such a move. While some people have dismissed it as another round of political jamboree to waste the country’s lean resources, others have concluded that it was yet another smart move to win the youths’ support base ahead of the 2027 presidential election. In other words, the president was only concerned about how to win his reelection in 2027 and…
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian newspapers: 1. The police launched a manhunt yesterday for the killers of three policemen in Lagos and Edo states within one week. They vowed to crack down on jungle justice and the killing of their officers. An Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Augustine Osupayi, was killed by a mob in Lagos on Saturday. 2. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has extended the suspension of processing fees on cash deposits until March 31, 2025. With this extension, cash deposits exceeding N500,000 by individuals and N3 million by companies will continue to incur…
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on Sunday vowed to ensure the party captures Ondo, Oyo, and Osun states. Ganduje said the APC would triumph in the whole Southwest, starting with the Ondo governorship election on November 16. Ganduje spoke while leading the APC National Working Committee at a stakeholders’ meeting held in Akure, the Ondo State capital. He said: “In this geopolitical zone, we must deliver 100 per cent in favour of APC. Therefore, Ondo State, you must be the forefront, the two other states – Oyo and Osun – we will capture…
Angry residents at Luck Way in Ikpoba Hill area of Benin City have reportedly beaten a suspected armed robber to a pulp after he was allegedly caught stealing N400,000 and a mobile phone from a Point of Sales (POS) operator. DAILY POST learnt that the unidentified robber stole the items from a woman who offered POS service in her shop. The suspect reportedly entered the woman’s provision shop, pretending to buy snacks and drinks and in the process stole the items. Speaking to newsmen, the POS operator said, the suspect came to her shop and demanded for biscuits, drinks and…
Nasarawa United technical director Kabiru Dogo has expressed disappointment with the outcome of the club’s matchday eight fixture against Sunshine Stars. The Solid Miners suffered a 1-0 loss to Sunshine Stars at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu-Ode on Sunday. Opeoluwa Olufemi grabbed the only goal in the game. Dogo congratulated Sunshine Stars for the victory. “It’s not a good result for us, however, I am proud of the team’s effort,” Dogo stated in a post-match interview. I congratulate Sunshine Stars on the win, even though very tight. “We will regroup and focus on our next game at home…
Ahmed Musa continued his impressive form for Kano Pillars, claiming an assist in the Sai Masu Gida’s 1-1 home draw against Kwara United on Saturday. Kwara United went in front through Adesina Gata in the 49th minute. Musa teed up Mohammed Zulkifilu for the equalising goal on 57 minutes. The forward has now registered three goals and two assists in four appearances for Sai Masu Gida. Remo Stars returned to the summit following a slim 1-0 victory over Bendel Insurance in Ikenne. Ghanaian forward Dela Akorki scored the decisive goal two minutes before the break. FULL RESULTS Kano Pillars 1-1…
The Imo State Police Command has paraded 29 suspects alleged to be involved in kidnapping activities within the state, as an AK-47 rifle and other dangerous items were recovered from them. Among those paraded were four female suspects. A press statement issued by the command’s public relations officer, ASP Henry Okoye, informed that the operation that led to the arrest of the suspects was carried out by the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit on October 19, 2024, dislodging the camp said to belong to the suspects in Nempi, Oru West Local Government Area of the state, leading to the arrest of 29…
The Imo State Police Command has busted a camp allegedly belonging to the militia arm of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, the Eastern Security Network, ESN. The command’s anti-kidnapping unit busted the camp in Nempi, Oru West Local Government Area of the state. Disclosing this, the Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, said the operation took place on October 19, 2024. Okoye said 29 suspects were arrested and arms were recovered during the operation. In a statement, Okoye said a key suspect, Anukuru Nnana Emmanuel, 25, was arrested. He said: “The dislodgment of this camp is part of the…