Relief materials donated by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to Hon. Terseer Ugbor, Member of the House of Representatives, for distribution to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency have reportedly been seized on the orders of Governor Hyacinth Alia. DAILY POST has learned that Hon Ugbor, concerned about the severe hardships faced by IDPs in his constituency, requested food and non-food items from NEMA to ease their suffering. The donated items, which included sacks of garri, rice, wrappers, mosquito nets, seasoning cubes, and tomato paste, were given to Hon. Ugbor’s Senior Legislative Aide, Hon. Ajai Francis.…
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Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested nine suspected oil thieves and recovered seven vehicles and eight motorcycles used for the nefarious activities. In a statement on its social media platform, it said troops also recovered four trucks, several pumping machines, and confiscated over 221,000 liters of illegally refined products. According to the statement, the latest recovery was made because troops of the 6 Division Nigerian Army have scaled up clearance operations in the creeks, waterways, and rivulets aimed at denying criminal elements freedom of action in the Niger Delta Region (NDR). It said that while conducting operations at different…
The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, Gen Christopher Musa, has directed an immediate probe into the alleged unjust incarceration of a Nigerian Naval rating, Seaman Abbas Haruna, for six years. Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, made this disclosure in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Gusau assured the public of the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s commitment to upholding justice, fairness, and the rule of law. According to him, the military court-martial process, though meticulous, ensured fairness, equal opportunity, and justice in accordance with established military procedures and the law. “The outcome of the investigation will be made…
The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has felicitated Muslim community in commemoration of Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Abiodun, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, on Monday, said the occasion serves as a reminder of the values of love, compassion, and tolerance that are essential for harmonious living in a country as diverse as Nigeria. The governor expressed the hope that this celebration will inspire all citizens to embrace the principles of peace and understanding, fostering a culture of respect among various religious groups in the state. He emphasized that the…
The prices of Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) stood between N897 and N980 per litre in major filling stations in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as of Monday morning. DAILY POST correspondent who went around major filling station outlets, including those of Independent Petroleum Marketers and Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, showed that the pump price per liter stood between N897 and N980. “We are yet to receive any information on PMS price adjustment. We still sell at N980 per liter,” Benjamin Idah, a filling station, told the DAILY POST. This comes amid the NNPCL’s fresh announcement of September pricing across…
In commemoration of this year’s World Heart Day, Golden Terra Soya Oil has launched its ‘Heartful Choice’ campaign, reinforcing its commitment to promoting heart health and empowering Nigerians to take cardiovascular health seriously. The theme of this year’s World Heart Day, Use Heart for Action, aligns with Golden Terra Oil’s mission to educate consumers on making informed, heart-conscious choices. As a leading brand in healthy cooking oils, Golden Terra Soya Oil has partnered with various cardiologists, nutritionists, & health experts to spearhead a series of awareness initiatives. Through impactful live sessions, social media campaigns, and educational content more light is…
Terra Seasoning Cube’s Unwrap Your Smile campaign has been spreading joy and positivity across Nigeria. Launched as a heartwarming initiative, the campaign encourages Nigerians to embrace the power of a smile, even in the face of daily challenges. The campaign has deeply resonated with consumers. Nkechi Azuka, a participant, shared, “This campaign brings solace to me. Despite everyday challenges, it reminds me to choose to smile and spread smiles to those around me. It’s a small action, but it brings light to my life and others.” As part of the campaign, Terra Cube invited Nigerians to nominate small business owners…
Former US President Donald Trump has expressed his sudden hatred for famous pop star, Taylor Swift. DAILY POST reports that the American singer had formally endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris shortly after Tuesday night’s presidential debate with Trump. Swift’s endorsement drove thousands of people to a federal voter registration site, but the results of the poll released Sunday morning was the first major poll to get at Swift’s impact. The poll, which had 3,276 adult respondents, was conducted online from September 11 to 13 2024, with 81% of respondents said the endorsement made no difference in their likelihood of voting…
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, has expressed great displeasure over the condition of roads in the country. Obi said his heart kept bleeding, wondering how the nation allowed itself to descend so low to a situation where the people and the leaders no longer care. Obi, who said he encountered over a dozen accidents along the way, lamented how his recent journey from Ekpoma to Benin, both in Edo State, that used to take about two hours was made much longer because of poor road conditions. Taking to his X handle on Monday, while disclosing…
The Police Command in Imo State on Sunday foiled an attack by hoodlums on Njaba Local Government Area Divisional Police headquarters, Umuakah. The command’s spokesman, ASP Henry Okoye, who said this in statement on Monday, said three of the hoodlums were neutralised in the successful defensive operation. Okoye said the attackers, arriving in three Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs), launched a violent assault on the headquarters with sporadic gunfire. “In response, the ever gallant operatives swiftly took up defensive positions and engaged the assailants, resulting in the neutralisation of three attackers. “The remaining assailants, who sustained various gunshot injuries, fled into…