The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has expressed delight over the Supreme Court’s judgment that affirmed Governor Hope Uzodimma’s election victory. A statement by Ohanaeze’s National Publicity Secretary, Alex Ogbonnia, said Uzodimma’s victory at the Supreme Court was a “delight in spite of diverse distractions.” According to Ogbonnia: “Ohanaeze salutes Uzodimma for his prolonged legal battle and consistent victories at the governorship and House of Assembly Election Tribunal, at the Court of Appeal and subsequently at the Supreme Court on Friday, August 23, 2024.” Enumerating the governor’s achievements, he further stated: “Uzodimma contested an election for a second term as the governor of…
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Nigeria National League side Sokoto United have confirmed the signing of teenage sensation Yakubu Dauda Jaji. Jaji was formerly on the books of former Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Kano Pillars. Sokoto United announced the signing of the 18-year-old on Monday. “Sokoto United Football Club is delighted to confirm the acquisition of Yakubu Dauda Jaji, popularly known as Abbaty, from Kano Pillars FC on a two-year contract,” Sokoto United wrote on X. The youngster is expected to fight for a regular playing spot in the team. NNL: Sokoto United sign Kano Pillars teenager
The Osun State University, UNIOSUN, has appointed 27 new teaching assistants as part of its strategic initiative to nurture the next generation of scholars and outstanding researchers. This move, UNIOSUN management said, is in line with the university’s vision to promote academic excellence and equip postgraduate students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in both academic and professional spheres. The university’s spokesperson, Ademola Adesoji, made this known in a statement issued and made available to DAILY POST on Monday. Adesoji said: “The selection process, which took place between May and June 2024, invited applications for Teaching Assistantship positions…
Following the never-ending backlash over the death of actor Junior Pope, Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Adanma Luke has tendered a public apology to Nigerians. In a now-trending video on social media on Monday, Adanma cried and took responsibility for the death of Junior Pope and others, begging Nigerians for forgiveness “I have come to say I’m sorry. I’m sorry Nigerians. I took away your loved ones from what people are saying. I’m so sad that this happened on my movie set. Inasmuch as I’m trying to be very strong I’m not seeing myself to be strong. “I’m so sad that…
Niger State Government has set up a task force committee to tackle illegal mining and environmental degradation in the state. Inaugurating the committee, the state acting governor, Yukubu Garba said the move is a vital mission that requires collective effort towards achieving sustainable development and a prosperous economy of the state. The task force is to monitor, identify, and report the illegal mining sites in the state. The committee is also expected to monitor, identify and report child labour on mining sites as well as monitor and report security challenges in mining host communities. In addition, it is charged with…
Former Napoli sports chief Mauro Meluso has revealed that the club’s president Aurelio De Laurentiis rejected a ‘pharaonic’ offer from Paris Saint-Germain to sell Victor Osimhen last year. According to Meluso, De Laurentiis rejected PSG’s offer out of too much love for the Nigeria international. Osimhen has been linked with a move from Napoli before the summer transfer window closes at the end of this week. The former Lille striker has attracted interest from PSG, Chelsea, Arsenal and Saudi Arabia club, Al Ahli. “I arrived in mid-July, he was already there; it was a very high offer from one of…
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has debunked the report making the rounds that its officials were selling Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, ahead of the September 21 Governorship Election in Edo State. While describing the allegation as false, INEC challenged a civic group, Transparency for Electoral Systems Advocacy, TESA, to provide concrete evidence against Electoral Officers to back up its claim of PVCs sale in Edo. Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Mr Rotimi Oyekanmi, made this statement in response to to allegation. He said the Commission does not sell but issues PVCs free of charge to only registered…
Goods with millions of naira were destroyed in a fire incident that happened in Umuahia, Abia State capital on Sunday. The fire which occurred at Cameroun Street by Owerri Road, near Isi Gate market, started at about 3:30 am, according to official report from Abia state Fire Service. During the inferno, seven shops fully stocked with bags of rice, bags of beans, corn, garri, dawa and other food items were destroyed. Only a few items were salvaged by the owners as most of the goods were gutted by fire by the time the flames were controlled. It was not yet…
The Nigeria Immigration service, NIS, Ogun State Command said it has repatriated 22 illegal Beninoise constituting nuisance in some local government areas of the state. This was disclosed by the State Comptroller, Grace Adeoye during a visit to members of the Ogun House of Assembly in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta on Monday. Adeoye, while calling for collaboration with the state government to complement their efforts, stated that a few more similar situations have also been handled in a bid clear the state of illegal immigrants. Responding, the Speaker Oludaisi Elemide promised that the Assembly would continue to collaborate with the Immigration Service…
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher has recalled that Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo almost joined the club. According to him, Ronaldo almost made a move to Anfield before he signed for Manchester United in 2003. Carragher said that Liverpool were in contact with Ronaldo’s agents, but were left shocked when his last-minute move to Manchester United was announced. An 18-year-old Ronaldo helped Sporting CP beat Manchester United 3-1 in the preseason friendly in August 2003. He tantalized and terrorized the Red Devils’ defenders and caught the eye of legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Recalling the incidents that occurred in the lead-up…