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target=_blank>Sokoto rep donates N100m to constituents for Ramadan palliatives
House of Representatives member representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, Abdussamad Dasuki, has donated N100 million for Ramadan palliatives for members of his constituency. Presenting the cheque on Friday in Sokoto to a 35-member Ramadan Palliatives Committee to procure and distribute the Ramadan palliatives to members of his constituency, Dasuki said this was timely
target=_blank>Bandits kill vigilante, kidnap 6 girls in Niger
Six girls between the ages of 15 and 17 have been reportedly kidnapped by bandits in Pandogari Community, Rafi LGA of Niger State. Residents told Daily Trust that the bandits invaded their community in the midnight on Wednesday, killing a vigilante, Aliyu Aminu, and kidnapping the girls. Residents said the attackers, in their numbers, entered
target=_blank>We didn’t scrap JSS, SSS –Minister
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has clarified reports by some media outlets (not Daily Trust) that the federal government has scrapped the Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) and replaced them with a new 12-year uninterrupted basic education model. Alausa, who stated this while addressing the media on Friday, said
target=_blank>11 missing as pirates hijack passenger boat in Rivers
Suspected pirates have hijacked a passenger boat carrying 20 travellers along the Bonny-Okrika waterways in Rivers State. But the Bonny Local Government Council said it had rescued nine of the passengers while frantic search was on to rescue the others. The Chairman of Bonny Local Government Area, Hon Anengi Barasua Claude-Wilcox, said the rescue was
target=_blank>Why prosecution of election offences is slow – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated why the prosecution of electoral offences are slow. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said this on Friday at the first regular quarterly consultative meeting with the media in Abuja. Yakubu said a major obstacle to the speedy dispensation of justice is that electoral offences are not time-bound
target=_blank>Iwobi: I’m yet to learn new Nigerian national anthem
Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi, says he is yet to learn the reintroduced Nigerian national anthem. The newly re-adopted anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” was written by Lillian Jean Williams in 1959 and composed by Frances Berda. It was replaced by “Arise, O Compatriots” as the national anthem of Nigeria on 1 October
target=_blank>Exploring Innovative Community Solutions with Micah Pilkey: Insights from a Real Estate Visionary
Micah Pilkey is an entrepreneur and real estate developer dedicated to addressing the affordable housing crisis through innovative community solutions. Inspired by his early life experiences and a commitment to financial independence, Micah has built a successful career in land development, focusing on transforming mobile and RV parks into tiny home communities that provide affordable,
target=_blank>US plane with 10 on board goes missing
Crews in Alaska were searching on Friday for a small commercial plane that went missing with 10 people on board, local authorities said, in the latest US air incident. The Bering Air Caravan with nine passengers and one pilot on board was reported overdue Thursday on a flight from Unalakleet to Nome at 4:00 pm
target=_blank>Taekwondo Sparring in 2025: The Future Is Here—Are You Ready?
Taekwondo sparring in 2025? It’s not just about flashy kicks and fast footwork anymore. The game has evolved—big time. With cutting-edge technology, hybrid training methods, and ever-changing competition rules, staying ahead means blending tradition with innovation. Whether you’re stepping into the ring for the first time or you’re a seasoned fighter looking to sharpen your
target=_blank>Reps back Tinubu on revised N54.2tn 2025 budget
The House of Representatives has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to increase the 2025 budget proposal from ₦49.7tn to ₦54.2tn, citing additional revenue generated by key government agencies. President Tinubu, in a letter read before both chambers of the National Assembly on Wednesday, justified the upward review based on fresh revenue inflows.
target=_blank>Scavengers operating in FCT must be reported – Police
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has asked residents to report any scavenger operating within the city. FCT Commissioner of Police Olatunji Disu made the call in Abuja on Friday, while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the FCT Security Committee meeting, chaired by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. DAILY POST recalls that the committee
Scavengers operating in FCT must be reported – Police
target=_blank>Insecurity: Gov Zulum deploys 54 vehicles, motorcycles to strengthen military operations
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has authorized the deployment of 54 patrol vehicles and motorcycles to strengthen military efforts against insurgents in New Marte, located in Marte Local Government Area. During his visit to New Marte, the governor assessed the security situation and discussed plans for resettling displaced residents. The approved support package consists
Insecurity: Gov Zulum deploys 54 vehicles, motorcycles to strengthen military operations
target=_blank>US warns of sanctions on Rwandan, Congolese officials over conflict
The United States has warned of possible sanctions against Rwandan and Congolese officials ahead of a summit meant to address the escalating conflict in eastern Congo. DAILY POST reports that Kinshasa and Kigali have been blaming each other for renewed tension in eastern Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have seized the regional capital Goma and
US warns of sanctions on Rwandan, Congolese officials over conflict
target=_blank>Iran condemns new US shipping-related sanctions
Iran on Friday condemned the move by the United States to impose shipping-related sanctions to prevent it from legitimate trading with partners. DAILY POST recalls that the US Treasury said on Thursday that it was imposing new sanctions on a few individuals and tankers helping to ship millions of barrels of Iranian crude oil per
Iran condemns new US shipping-related sanctions
target=_blank>‘You helped me become President’ – Buhari hails Fayemi at 60
Former Nigerian leader, Muhammadu Buhari, has recalled the role played by former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, in the coming together of opposition political parties prior to the 2015 general election. Buhari stated this in his good will message to Fayemi on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary. Fayemi, a two-time governor of
‘You helped me become President’ – Buhari hails Fayemi at 60
target=_blank>Bauchi launches new community-led sanitation program
The Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) has finalized plans to implement a new compulsory environmental sanitation initiative. Dr. Muhammad Mahmud Bose, the Director General of BASEPA, made this announcement on Thursday during a meeting with members of the Bauchi-based Civil Society Organization (CSO), Journalists for Public Health and Development Initiative (J4PD), at his office.
Bauchi launches new community-led sanitation program
target=_blank>Fidelity Bank investors affirm support with 238% oversubscription in first phase of equity capital raise
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the successful conclusion of the first tranche of its equity capital raise through its Public Offer and Rights Issue (the Combined Offer) following the completion of the capital verification exercise conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and approval of the Basis of Allotment by the
Fidelity Bank investors affirm support with 238% oversubscription in first phase of equity capital raise
target=_blank>NNPP has no faction, only one legitimate leadership – Party Chairman
The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, has dismissed claims of a faction within the party, reaffirming that his leadership remains the only legitimate one. Speaking at a press conference on Friday in Abuja, Dr. Ahmed addressed concerns over recent reports of a faction led by Boniface Aniebonam, which
NNPP has no faction, only one legitimate leadership – Party Chairman
target=_blank>Security forces rescue two abducted victims in Taraba
Security forces in Taraba State have successfully rescued two victims abducted from Isini village, Sarkin Kudu, in Ibi Local Government Area. Confirming the rescue, Iliya Jibu, Chairman of Ibi LGA, stated that a man and a woman were kidnapped late Wednesday night when armed assailants attacked the village. During a press briefing in Jalingo, the
Security forces rescue two abducted victims in Taraba
target=_blank>Hamas names Israeli hostages to be released on Saturday
Hamas on Friday announced the names of three Israeli hostages to be released on Saturday in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. This is after a delay that underlined the obstacles hanging over a fragile deal meant to end the war in Gaza. According to Hamas, Ohad Ben Ami and Eli Sharabi, both taken hostage from Kibbutz
Hamas names Israeli hostages to be released on Saturday
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