Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has reassured residents farming on uncultivated government lands that they will not be evicted from such lands as part of efforts to ensure food security in the state. Bagi stated this while inspecting government lands along Mokwa road, which were either uncultivated or abandoned in Mokwa, Mokwa local government. … Read more
Former Senator representing Kaduna North Central Senatorial District, Senator Shehu Sani, has said that recovering Kaduna’s looted $350 million World Bank loan cannot be accomplished solely by interrogating former Commissioners and Advisers. He insisted that former Governor Nasir El-Rufai should also be summoned to address questions regarding the loan. DAILY POST recalls that a few … Read more
A middle-aged man, Abdullahi Sani from Unguwar Makara Huta, has been sentenced to death by stoning by a Sharia Court in Ningi, the headquarters of Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, for alleged homosexuality. The judgment was delivered by Sharia Judge Abdullahi Aliyu Doya during a court session on May 10, 2024, with Sani … Read more
Arsenal defender, William Saliba, has insisted that his team has the best defence and attack amid the heated battle for the Premier League crown. Arsenal currently top the Premier League table with 83 points from 36 matches. Mikel Arteta’s side are one point ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand. However, in … Read more
Emmanuel Osahon Orobosa has revealed the reason for the creation of Nigeria Women Football League side, FC Robo Queens. Osahon, who doubles as the owner and head coach of the Lagos club, said that the motive behind its creation was to make girls the breadwinners in the society. He also stated the gesture instill believe … Read more
Aston Villa have held talks with Kelechi Iheanacho’s representatives over a summer move, according to Football Insider. Villa’s transfer chief, Ramon Monchi reportedly met Iheanacho’s camp in Greece before his team’s UEFA Europa Conference League clash with Olympiacos on Thursday. Iheanacho is set to leave Leicester City after turning down fresh attempt to extend his … Read more
Brazil national team coach, Dorival Junior, has explained the reason behind his decision not to include Manchester United midfielder Casemiro in his 23-man squad for the upcoming Copa America. Recall that Junior recently announced his squad for the Copa America and didn’t include the former Real Madrid star despite his pivotal role in Brazil’s 2019 … Read more
After this round of Premier League fixtures, we will only have one more Game Week left. It is plausible that by the end of this Match Day, the champions could be confirmed, as well as the teams going down. However, we could also see some upsets, with teams fighting for different targets as the season … Read more
Former Manchester United striker, Andy Cole, has reminisced about a time when Arsenal’s fourth-place finishes were cause for celebration while United dominated the league. As the two teams prepare to clash at Old Trafford on Sunday, Cole has highlighted the stark reversal of fortunes, with United’s recent struggles to match their historic success. Reflecting on … Read more
Ahead of the local government election, the Inter-Party Advisory Council, (IPAC), Yobe State chapter, has charged the State Independent Electoral Commission (YOSIEC) to shun partisanship and discharge its duties as required by the constitution. IPAC Chairman of Yobe Chapter, Umar Adamu Jajere, gave the charge on Saturday, while addressing newsmen in Damaturu, Yobe State capital. … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on compliance officers of banks across the country to desist from unauthorized disclosure of EFCC’s investigation activities and request from banks to their customers. The Executive Chairman of the commission, Ola Olukoyede, made this declaration during a meeting with compliance officers of banks in Ibadan, the … Read more
Former Chelsea captain, John Terry has voiced his unwavering support for Mauricio Pochettino, advocating for the club’s owners to retain the Argentine as manager for the upcoming season. Pochettino has encountered a challenging inaugural season at Stamford Bridge, contending with a plethora of injuries while endeavoring to unify a team from a youthful, hastily assembled, … Read more
Billionaire businessman and founder of Starlink, Elon Musk, says the telecommunications firm is under pressure due to the geomagnetic solar storm ravaging the Earth. Musk disclosed this in a terse statement on Saturday on his official X handle. He blamed the disruption on the intensifying solar storm. “Major geomagnetic solar storm happening right now. Biggest … Read more
Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou, has insisted his team is motivated to try and beat Manchester City, even though it could hand the Premier League title to rivals, Arsenal. Spurs could play a crucial part in where the trophy goes, as they host the champions on Tuesday. A win for Postecoglou’s men could effectively hand … Read more
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has paid over four billion Naira of gratuities to retired workers in Zamfara State. DAILY POST learnt that the workers were being owed since 2011. A statement by the spokesman of the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that gratuity payments began in February for State and local government … Read more
Warri Wolves players will resume training on Sunday to begin preparations for the President Federation Cup. According to the club’s secretary, Chukwuma Ukah, 22 players are expected back to camp on Saturday (today). Ukah urged the players to adhere strictly to the call for resumption. He said that training will commence on Monday May 13th. … Read more
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta hailed veteran star, Jorginho ahead of their game against Manchester United Arsenal have a date with the Red Devils at Old Trafford on March 12. The game is regarded as a very important one for the Gunners who are aspiring to lift the Premier League title this season. Jorginho, who moved … Read more
Liverpool legend, Mark Lawrenson has predicted the Premier League fixtures taking place across different grounds in England this weekend. Arsenal will face Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. Nottingham Forest will clash with Chelsea on Saturday evening, while Fulham will face Manchester City. Stating his predictions, Lawrenson said via Paddy Power: Fulham 0-3 Manchester … Read more
Chippa United co-head coach, Thabo September admitted goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali could leave the club this summer. Nwabali has been a subject of transfer speculation following his impressive performance for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Saudi club, El-Ettifaq, Sky Bet Championship side, Queens Park Rangers and Kaizer Chiefs are among the clubs reportedly … Read more
A man from New Mexico, United States of America, shot his stepmother on Wednesday as she was attempting to give him a hug during a high school graduation ceremony, authorities said. The man identified as Christian Bencomo, 21, is currently being held with no bail. Fox News reports that the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) said … Read more
Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, PSN, Kaduna State branch, has called on the Federal Government and the National Assembly to as a matter of urgency curtail the excesses of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, in Kaduna. Addressing journalists in Kaduna on Friday, the Chairman, PSN Kaduna State branch, Pharm. Sunday Ali Okoh, lamented the … Read more
Gombe State High Court has convicted and sentenced one George Habu Nuhu to six months imprisonment for fraud. Nuhu was prosecuted by the Gombe Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on a one-count charge of intent to defraud. The charge reads: “That you George Habu Nuhu between March 2018 and November … Read more
Students of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, have protested the arrest of their colleagues by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Tht students, DAILY POST gathered, attacked some buildings on the campus of the polytechnic, where they also vandalised vehicles belonging to staff members. Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred late on Thursday. DAILY … Read more
