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I got a second chance to achieve my goal, says Nigerian winner rejected in South Africa
Chidimma Adetshina, winner of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant, said being invited to take part in the competition was a second chance to achieve one of her biggest dreams. The 23-year-old law student came to Nigeria after accepting to participate in the competition following her controversial withdrawal from Miss South Africa 2024 due to xenophobic
NEWS EXTRA: Anyone angry I’m working for Tinubu should ‘hug transformer’ – Wike
Nyesom Wike, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says he has no regret working under President Bola Tinubu. Wike, who has been a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) since his political career began in 1999, is the lone opposition member in the cabinet of Tinubu, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain. Many have
Napoli withdraw Osimhen’s jersey number from Lukaku
Napoli have withdrawn Victor Osimhen’s iconic jersey number nine from new signing Romelu Lukaku. Earlier on Saturday, the star forward’s jersey was handed to Lukaku, as the club also officially removed the Nigerian striker from their Serie A squad list for the 2024-25 season. However, the club revealed later that the initial decision had been reversed, with
Rejected in South Africa, Chidimma Adetshina wins Miss Universe Nigeria
Chidimma Adetshina, the model who was forced to withdraw from South African beauty pageant, has emerged winner of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. The 23-year-old law student came to Nigeria after accepting to participate in the competition following her controversial withdrawal from Miss South Africa 2024 due to xenophobic backlash over her nationality. Born to
‘I’ll put fire in your states,’ Wike threatens PDP govs over Fubara
Nyesom Wike, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has warned governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against interference in the affairs of the party in Rivers State. Speaking after voting at the State Congress of Rivers PDP in Port Harcourt, Wike said he was not prepared to leave the party
Cleaner who returned $10,000 found in aircraft gets cash reward, double promotion
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO Aviance) has rewarded a staff meber of the Company, Mr. Auwal Dankode, who found and returned $10,000 while cleaning an aircraft in Kano. This is just as the man who was hosted at the Headquarters of the company at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos declared
Hackers take over Kano Hisbah’s Facebook page
The official Facebook page of the Kano State Hisbah Board has been hacked. Hackers took control of the page on Wednesday, posting inappropriate content to the platform. With over 82,000 followers, the page has been compromised, leaving many users shocked and concerned. Confirming the hack on Friday, Aminu Daurawa, Commander General of the Board, assured the public that
Neptune Prime Publisher Builds School, Clinic in Yobe
Dr Hassan Gimba, the Publisher of Neptune Prime Newspaper, has constructed and commissioned a Nursery, Primary, and Secondary School named after his late mother, Hafsatu Gimba Ahmed, in Potiskum Local Government Area of Yobe State. The Publisher constructed and equipped the first Cervical Cancer center in the town, intending to commission the center at an
Obi commends first Nigerian appointed Naval commander of US warship
Presidential Candidate of Labour Party (LP) in last year’s election, Peter Obi, has reacted to the appointment of Nigerian-born Kelechi Ndukwe as commander of a United States Navy warship. Daily Trust reports that Kelechi Ndukwe’s feat followed his promotion to the rank of Captain in the US Navy. Commenting on this via his X handle,
Sahad Hospitals a game changer in Nigeria’s healthcare system – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima says Sahad Hospitals will be a game changer in the country’s healthcare system. He stated this Saturday in Abuja during the commissioning and grand opening of the hospital. While describing the launch of the hospital as a historic milestone, he said the private sector, is a critical part of the solution
Chidimma Adetshina wins beauty pageant in Nigeria after rejection in South Africa
Chidimma Adetshina has emerged winner of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. DAILY POST reported that Chidimma was forced to withdraw from South African beauty pageant. The 23-year-old law student came to Nigeria after accepting to participate in the competition. This followed her controversial withdrawal from Miss South Africa 2024 due to xenophobic backlash over her
Chidimma Adetshina wins beauty pageant in Nigeria after rejection in South Africa
Gov Ododo warns against diversion of fertilisers meant for genuine farmers in Kogi
The Kogi State governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has flagged off the distribution of over 20 trucks of fertilizer to farmers in the 21 local government areas in the state with a stern warning against diversion, inequitable distribution and exclusion of genuine farmers. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor,
Gov Ododo warns against diversion of fertilisers meant for genuine farmers in Kogi
EPL: Sancho names two Chelsea legends as his idols after leaving Man Utd
Jadon Sancho’s loan move from Manchester United to Chelsea was confirmed on Saturday evening. The 24-year-old has joined the Blues until the end of the season. Speaking after his unveiling, Sancho said he wants to “bring excitement” to Stamford Bridge and emulate his Chelsea idols. “My idols growing up were Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard
EPL: Sancho names two Chelsea legends as his idols after leaving Man Utd
‘Be committed to PDP Ideals’ – Delta Gov charges newly elected party excos
The Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has emphasised the importance of working together for the party’s continued growth and the overall development of the state. Speaking to journalists during the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Congress on Saturday, the governor described the event as peaceful and expressed gratitude for the unity within the party. He congratulated
‘Be committed to PDP Ideals’ – Delta Gov charges newly elected party excos
Delta community divided over date of annual feast
Protests erupted in Ovwor, a community in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, over disagreement on the date for the community’s annual feast. The dispute which reportedly led to multiple casualties has drawn widespread attention to the handling of traditional disputes within the community. The newly appointed chief priest was said to have directed
Delta community divided over date of annual feast
NPFL: Rangers blame hard luck for draw with El-Kanemi Warriors
Rangers have blamed hard luck for their goalless draw against El-Kanemi Warriors in the opening fixture of the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The reigning NPFL champions played out a 0-0 draw against El-Kanemi Warriors at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Saturday. Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side missed goal scoring chances in the game. “All squared
NPFL: Rangers blame hard luck for draw with El-Kanemi Warriors
Kwara United appoint Ashifat Suleiman new assistant coach
Kwara United have appointed Ashifat Suleiman as their new assistant coach. Suleiman will work as assistant to the newly appointed technical adviser, Tunde Sanni. The club’s chairman, Kunbi Titiloye announced Suleiman’s appointment on Saturday. Suleiman is expected to resume duty with immediate effect. The Harmony Boys were forced to reshuffle their coaching crew following the
Kwara United appoint Ashifat Suleiman new assistant coach
Ikorodu City sign Adewale Adebayo
Adewale Adebayo is the latest acquisition of Nigeria Premier Football League side Ikorodu City, DAILY POST reports. Adebayo moved to Ikorodu City from Platinum Stars Sporting Club. The defender signed a two-year contract with the newly promoted NPFL side. Adebayo previously played for Beninoise side, Avrankou Omnisports FC. Ikorodu City announced Adebayo’s signing on social
Ikorodu City sign Adewale Adebayo
Oyebanji enthrones new Olosi in Ekiti
The Ekiti State governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has warned the citizens against actions that could trigger internal unrests capable of creating divisions, as Oba Stephen Adegboyega Alabi was enthroned as the Olosi of Osi-Ekiti, in Ido-Osi Local Government Area of the state. The governor maintained that his government has been impartial in the installation of any
Oyebanji enthrones new Olosi in Ekiti
APC chieftain Eze warns Rivers party chairman against attacking Amaechi
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, on Saturday, warned the Rivers State chapter of the party against making unfounded claims and casting aspersions on the person of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi. Eze’s warning comes after the party’s caretaker committee chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, alleged that Amaechi
APC chieftain Eze warns Rivers party chairman against attacking Amaechi
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