Vigilant youths of Ogbaru have orchestrated the arrest of five youths who have allegedly been aiding secessionist elements in their attacks on the local government. Though Ogbaru has been plagued with violence as a result of oil mining activities and bunkering in the area, suspected Biafra secessionists have also been invading and damaging properties there. There have in recent times been attacks on police stations, local government secretariat and even an attack on UN officials who visited the area. But on Monday morning, youths of the area mobilized and apprehended some of the perpetuators. One arrested bandit, who was described…
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Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has appointed Prof. Medinat Folorunsho Salman, as the pioneer Acting Vice Chancellor of the newly established Kwara State University of Education (KWSUED) Ilorin. A professor of mathematics education, she was until the appointment a senior lecturer at the department of science education and coordinator of the Educational Technology Centre, at the University of Ilorin. Folorunsho Salman had her Bachelor of Education from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria in 1985, a Master’s degree in Mathematics Education at the University of Ilorin in 1990 and a doctoral degree in Mathematics Education from University of Ilorin in 1998. She…
Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group has reiterated that his $20 billion Lagos-based refinery will stabilize the Naira against the dollar at the foreign exchange market. The African richest man disclosed this in a 25-minute interview with Bloomberg Television on Monday. He noted that petroleum products imports consume about 40 percent of Nigeria’s foreign exchange. According to him, the kick-off of Dangote Refinery petrol distribution on September 15, 2024, will reduce the demand of Dollars by 40 percent. “And then we will also sell in the domestic market. What that will do is that it’s going to remove 40…
Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti has released his squad to face Alavés in the LaLiga at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday night. Ancelotti included the likes of Kylian Mbappe Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo to tackle the visitors. The Los Blancos head to the game following a 4-1 win over Espanyol in their last game at the weekend. Real Madrid’s squad against Alaves: Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Fran González. Defenders: Militão, Lucas V., Vallejo, Fran García, Rüdiger, Mendy, Jacobo and David Jiménez. Midfielders: Bellingham, Valverde, Modrić, Tchouameni and Arda Güler. Forwards: Vini Jr, Mbappé, Rodrygo and Endrick. LaLiga: Ancelotti releases Real…
Former Governor and Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has said that the outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki is politically dead. Oshiomhole made this statement during an interview on Channels TV’s programme, Politics Today, while commenting on the outcome of the just concluded governorship election in the state. Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Sunday declared Monday Okpebholo of the APC as the winner of the election. However, during the interview, Oshiomole said the outcome of the election represented the will of Edo people. Speaking on the comments trailing the declaration of the APC candidate as…
Barring any last minute changes, the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, will continue today, Tuesday, at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The Biafra agitator has been on trial since he was rearrested and repatriated back to Nigeria from Kenya in 2021. He is facing trial for charges bordering on terrorism levelled against him by the Nigerian government. A notice from Kanu’s lead Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor reads: “PUBLIC NOTICE: As was previously scheduled, the hearing of MAZI NNAMDI KANU’s case will be held TODAY (24th Sept) at 10AM instead of 12 noon as…
The FCT Police Command says it has received from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, FCT Command, one Joseph Efe (30) accused of taking a woman to an Abuja hotel with the aim of using her for ritual. The command’s spokeswoman, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Adeh said the suspect was arrested on September 17 over alleged kidnapping, robbery and attempted murder of one Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka, a 25-year-old woman from Abia State. According to the police, the suspect forcefully and criminally confined the woman to a room in Top View Hotel,…
Maduka University Enugu, one of Nigeria’s fast-growing institutions committed to academic excellence and nurturing future leaders, is excited to announce that admissions are still open for the 2024/2025 academic session. This extended opportunity is for students seeking a transformative educational experience that will prepare them for the competitive global environment. Why Choose Maduka University? At Maduka University, students are not just given the tools to succeed academically, but they are empowered to become world-class professionals in their respective fields. The university prides itself on a comprehensive curriculum, cutting-edge research facilities, and a dedicated faculty that fosters innovation, critical thinking, and…
Gombe United General Manager, Malam Abubakar Abubakar (Yellow) has been appointed as new Flying Eagles coordinator. Abubakar’s appointment was announced by Gombe United on social media. The Flying Eagles are currently preparing for the WAFU B U-20 Championship in Abuja. The team defeated Water FC of Abuja 1-0 in their first training game but lost 1-0 to Marlintarki in the second game. The WAFU Championship will decide the team that will represent the zone at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. DAILY POST recalled that the Nigeria Football Federation recently appointed Aliyu Zubairu as the new head Coach of…
Manchester City defender, Kyle Walker, has blamed the referee, Michael Oliver for his team’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday. The referee had called Bukayo Saka, who captained Arsenal for the game and Walker for a brief talk about the tension within the pitch. Both players were to pass the message across to their teammates to calm things down. However, Walker was not allowed to return to his position before the game was restarted, leading to Arsenal’s equaliser. Walker told BBC5Live, “I’ve not gone over to the referee. Me and Bukayo have not gone over –…