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24/02/2024

Nigerian Connection of of Bassey and Iwobi helped Fulham beat below par Manchester United at Old Trafford.

What a game.

Man Utd ⚽ 1 : 2 Fulham ⚽ ⚽

30/12/2023

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Federal Capital Terrritory, FCT, Command has decorated about 1,000 newly promoted officers.

The decoration took place at headquarters of the Command in Abuja, during its 2023 end of year fiesta.

The officers were among 21,000 personnel promoted out of the 29,000 that wrote promotion examinations.

30/12/2023

The Senate has summoned Security Chiefs over the Christmas Eve attacks on Plateau communities.

The incident occurred on December 23, 2023 and snowballed to 24 while residents were preparing for the Christmas celebration.

Houses were razed and properties were looted during the attacks.

30/12/2023

As part of activities in giving back to it's alma mater, the old girls of Anglican Girls Grammar School (AGGS), Ughelli, had giving out awards to six deserving students of the institution at a recent event.

The Award/Prize giving ceremony, now in its third year, is a collaboration between the Namita Mazumdar Endowment Fund (NMEF) and AGGS, Ughelli.

29/12/2023

A ghastly motor accident has claimed the lives of eight persons in one family.

The tragic event which occurred at Amanwozuzu junction in the Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, around 3 pm on Friday, December 29, 2023.

29/12/2023

As part of activities to mark the 2023 Human Rights Day, Headfort Foundation left its comfort zone to advocate for the rights of drivers and motorists at Ojota Park.

The Foundation recognizing that commercial drivers often times run fowl with the law decided to assemble key stakeholders in charge of law enforcement on the highways to educate the drivers on road etiquette and what was expected of

29/12/2023

In response to recent reports regarding the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) decision, British American To***co Nigeria (BATN) wishes to clarify its position as follows:

BAT previously disclosed the investigation mentioned by the Nigerian Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC)
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29/12/2023

Heartland FC of Owerri moved two points away from relegation zone after beating league leaders Remo Stars in a nervy game.

The Owerri outfit opened the scoring in the 50th minute when Promise Anyanwu scored from the penalty spot to put the home side ahead.

Remo Stars who were determined to get something from the game responded 19 minutes later when Alimi Sikiru leveled for the visitors.

Heartland FC of Owerri moved two points away from relegation zone after beating league leaders Remo Stars in a...

29/12/2023

Infusing the festive season with a thrilling blend of music and celebration, Coca-Cola is set to captivate audiences through landmark partnerships with Nigeria's most high-profile concerts.

In a strategic move to resonate with the next-gen of Coke aficionados, Coca-Cola extends its sponsorship to the most trendsetting events in Nigeria, with music being the key point of interest.

Infusing the festive season with a thrilling blend of music and celebration, Coca-Cola is set to captivate audiences through...

29/12/2023

A shipper, Rev. Jonathan Nicole, says the nation’s ports need drastic economic policy reforms in 2024 to be more viable and competitive.

Nicole disclosed this to newsmen on Thursday in Lagos.

Nicole, a former President, Shippers Association of Lagos State, called for the restructuring of the Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

A shipper, Rev. Jonathan Nicole, says the nation’s ports need drastic economic policy reforms in 2024 to be more...

28/12/2023

The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Murtfwang, has declared that the killings in the state must be brought to an end.

The governor said he has already cried out to President Bola Tinubu to fish out the killers and also put a permanent end to the attacks in the state.

28/12/2023

A policeman attached to the Imo State Police Command, Cosmas Ugwu, has been shot dead by his girlfriend.

Ugwu was shot dead on Tuesday by his 23-year-old lover, who was identified as Amanda Uchechi Ugo, a native of Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State.

PUNCH Metro gathered from reliable sources that the incident occurred around 6:30 pm on Boxing Day at the Ezinihitte Area Command.

A policeman attached to the Imo State Police Command, Cosmas Ugwu, has been shot dead by his girlfriend. Ugwu...

28/12/2023

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has signed into law the 2024 Appropriation Bill of N567.2 billion, recently passed by the State House of Assembly.

Otti, while signing the bill on Thursday, said the 2024 Budget would move Abia from its current level of underdevelopment to development.

“I want to say that this is a budget that would take Abia State out of underdevelopment to development.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has signed into law the 2024 Appropriation Bill of N567.2 billion, recently passed by...

28/12/2023

By Ethelbert Okere

In more ways than one, Jerry Chukwueke’s outing on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Christmas day was a good summary of the experience of the people of Imo state in the about-to-be concluded first term of Governor Hope Uzodimma.

By Ethelbert Okere In more ways than one, Jerry Chukwueke’s outing on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Christmas...

28/12/2023

Former Manchester United star, Paul Parker has claimed that Rasmus Hojlund is ‘frustrated’ with his teammates and hated by everyone.

Hohl und moved to Old Trafford in a deal worth £72m from Atalanta last summer.

The Denmark international finally scored his first Premier League goal in Man United’s 3-2 victory over Aston Villa in mid-week.

Former Manchester United star, Paul Parker has claimed that Rasmus Hojlund is ‘frustrated’ with his teammates and hated by...

28/12/2023

The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested two armed robbery suspects in Enugu metropolis.

Two fi****ms with eight live .9mm calibre ammunition were recovered from the suspects.

This is contained in a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, on Thursday in Enugu.
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The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested two armed robbery suspects in Enugu metropolis. Two fi****ms with eight...

28/12/2023

Civil servants in Jigawa State have refused to return to work after the Christmas holidays declared by the Federal Government.

DAILY POST visited the State Secretariat and offices of other government agencies and observed that most of the civil servants didn’t report back to work as of Wednesday.

The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday as work-free days to celebrate Christmas.

28/12/2023

Gospel singer Susan Chidinma Nwabekee popularly known as ChinmaRichard has said that 2024 will be on a different level for her.

ChinmaRichard whose debut album ‘Ihe Oma Chukwu’ was released in 2023 said that she is grateful to God for all his blessings and everything she has achieved, adding that she will put in more work.

Gospel singer Susan Chidinma Nwabekee popularly known as ChinmaRichard has said that 2024 will be on a different level...

28/12/2023

A 38-year-old woman who was recently deported from Saudi Arabia, identified as Hajiya Tabawa Ado, has committed su***de by plunging into a stream in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State.

DAILY POST learnt that the woman took the decision in order to save herself from persistent harassment from the agent who sponsored her trip to Saudi Arabia.
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A 38-year-old woman who was recently deported from Saudi Arabia, identified as Hajiya Tabawa Ado, has committed su***de by...

28/12/2023

The Police Command in Lagos State says two brothers drowned on Christmas Day at Ibeshe Beach.

The Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, told NAN on Thursday in Lagos that someone reported the incident to the police.

According to him, the incident occurred at about 6.00 pm while the brothers were swimming with their friends at the beach.

28/12/2023

The Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP, terrorists, have reportedly destroyed another 330KVA high tension transmission line along Maiduguri-Damaturu Highway.

This was disclosed on Thursday via a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst in Lake Chad.

The Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP, terrorists, have reportedly destroyed another 330KVA high tension transmission line along...

28/12/2023

Scores of Child Rights Advocacy groups in Bayelsa State, on Thursday, kicked against the traditional marriage between a four-year-old girl and a 54-year-old man at Akeddei community in Sagbama Local Government Area of the State.

The Child Rights advocacy groups including the Do Foundation, described the marriage as illegal, criminal and against the Constitution and the Child Rights Act.

Scores of Child Rights Advocacy groups in Bayelsa State, on Thursday, kicked against the traditional marriage between a four-year-old...

28/12/2023

The residence of a popular Nollywood actress, Bidemi Kosoko, has been razed by fire.

Bidemi’s elder sister, Sola Kosoko, made this known in a post on her official Instagram page.

Sharing the video, she said the incident occurred while she and her siblings were at their father, actor Jide Kosoko’s residence on Tuesday.

The residence of a popular Nollywood actress, Bidemi Kosoko, has been razed by fire. Bidemi’s elder sister, Sola Kosoko,...

28/12/2023

Police in the Democratic Republic of Congo have clashed with opposition supporters demanding that last week's presidential poll be annulled.

Leading opposition candidates have denounced the election as a sham and have demanded a rerun.

Several people were wounded as police fired tear gas and threw stones back at protesters in the capital, Kinshasa.

28/12/2023

More than 40 people were feared dead when a tanker truck exploded after crashing in central Liberia, the country’s chief medical officer told local media on Wednesday.

The tanker carrying gasoline crashed and tipped into a ditch along a road in Totota, about 130 kilometres (80 miles) from the capital Monrovia.

More than 40 people were feared dead when a tanker truck exploded after crashing in central Liberia, the country’s...

28/12/2023

The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has condemned the killing of over 70 people in Gashish and Ropp districts of Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local government areas of Plateau State.

The Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda, said the time has come to end the killings in the State.

He urged the military and other security agencies to be unrelenting in tackling the crisis until victory is assured.

The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has condemned the killing of over 70 people in Gashish and Ropp districts...

28/12/2023

A Kano Chief Magistrates’ Court, on Wednesday, ordered the remand of a 24-year-old housewife, Hafsat Surajo, in a correctional centre for allegedly stabbing her househelp, Nafiu Hafizu, 38, to death.

The defendant, who lives at Unguwa Uku Quarters Kano, is standing trial on a two-count charge of attempt to commit su***de and culpable homicide.

A Kano Chief Magistrates’ Court, on Wednesday, ordered the remand of a 24-year-old housewife, Hafsat Surajo, in a correctional...

28/12/2023

Chelsea boss, Mauricio Pochettino has revealed that Noni Madueke was not on penalty duty during their 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Wednesday night.

Michael Olise’s sublime volley had cancelled out Mykhailo Mudryk’s opener at Stamford Bridge.

With two minutes of regulation time left, the Blues were awarded a penalty kick following a VAR review.

Chelsea boss, Mauricio Pochettino has revealed that Noni Madueke was not on penalty duty during their 2-1 win over...

28/12/2023

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. Acting Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, was on Wednesday sworn in as the substantive governor of the state following the death of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu earlier in the day. Akeredolu, aged 67, passed away on Wednesday morning while undergoing treatment for prostate cancer in a German hospital.

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Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Acting Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, was on Wednesday...

28/12/2023

Famous American singer, Kanye West’s name has been spotted on an Israeli missile which is apparently going to be used in the Middle East war.

A prominent Israeli mixed-martial artist, MMA, fighter, Haim Gozali is taking credit for the stunt.

Gozali, who was once affiliated with Bellator, shared the picture of the missile on his official social media handle.

Famous American singer, Kanye West’s name has been spotted on an Israeli missile which is apparently going to be...