The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, has attacked Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, over the killing of 42 of their sons and daughters during the 2019 general elections. The IYC launched the attack in a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Alfred Kemepado. The IYC, in the statement reminded Wike that 42 of its kinsmen […] 2019 election: Gov. Wike under fire over death of 42 Ijaw sons

Shehu Sani, former Kaduna Central Senator has reacted to the reported sealing of The Sun Newspaper by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) DAILY POST had reported that officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with heavily armed policemen on Saturday, stormed the corporate headquarters of The Sun Publishing Limited at 2, […] Orji Kalu: Shehu Sani begs EFCC, AGF over sealing of Sun Newspaper

Everton caretaker manager, Duncan Ferguson has commented on forward, Moise Kean’s performance during his side’s Premier League 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. Kean was hauled off by Ferguson just 18 minutes after coming on against Man United as Victor Lindelof’s own goal and Mason Greewood’s strike ensure Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s […] EPL: Ferguson explains Mosie Kean’s substitution during Man Utd’s match with Everton

A frontline Civil Rights Advocacy group, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has described the reported sealing of The Sun Newspaper by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as unjust and unfair. The group noted that the newspaper as a business entity was not part of the parties to the suit in which […] Orji Kalu: Buhari, Magu, Justice Bulkachuwa under fire over lawmaker’s conviction, sealing of The Sun by EFCC

Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola has reacted to his side’s Premier League 3-0 victory over Arsenal on Sunday at the Emirates Stadium. A brace from Kevin De Bruyne and a goal from Raheem Sterling gave Guardiola’s side all three points against the Gunners. “We made an incredible result [against Arsenal] but the way we played […] EPL: Guardiola reveals team tactic after Man City’s 3-0 victory over Arsenal

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has announced the conferment of a traditional title of Aare Jagunmolu of Ibadanland on Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state. Oba Adetunji made the announcement while speaking at the investiture of Governor Makinde as a Distinguished Member of the Ibadan Progressives Union (IPU) during a reception held at […] Olubadan names Makinde as Aare Jagunmolu of Ibadanland

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has insisted that his assistant, Mikel Arteta would be allowed to leave Etihad, if he wanted amid interests from Arsenal. Guardiola said this following his side’s Premier League 3-0 victory over Arsenal on Sunday. DAILY POST had reported that Arsenal are looking for a replacement for Unai Emery, who was […] EPL: Guardiola speaks on Arteta leaving Man City for Arsenal after 3-0 win

Arsenal winger, Nicolas Pepe, has said the squad is to blame for their poor form. The Gunners were beaten 3-0 by Manchester City on Sunday. It means they have now won once in their last 12 matches – a 3-1 victory at West Ham on Monday. Pepe, speaking to RMC after the game at the […] EPL: Pepe reveals who to blame for Arsenal’s poor form after 3-0 defeat to Man City

Popular Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, has narrated how she narrowly escaped death when some suspected armed robbers attacked her recently. Okorie, in a video posted on her verified Instagram page, claimed that 10 bullets were removed from head in after the attack she described as an attempted assassination. The actress said the attack lasted for […] 10 bullets were removed from my head’ – Angela Okorie narrates near-death experience [VIDEO]

Senator Christopher Ekpenyong, has hailed the decision of the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to withdraw from the Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial district rerun election. Ekpenyong pointed out that Akpabio’s decision not to contest against him would bring peace and harmony to the state. This was contained in a statement he made […] Akwa Ibom: Senator Ekpenyong hails Akpabio, Buhari

Juventus superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, on Sunday, insisted that individual performances do not matter after setting new record in his side’s Serie A 3-1 win over Udinese. The Portugal captain scored a brace against Udinese to become the only player in Europe’s top five leagues to hit double figures in all competitions in each of the […] Serie A: What Cristiano Ronaldo said after setting new record in Juventus’ win over Udinese

The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Sabo Nanono, says Federal Government’s closure of the Nigerian border does not in any way breach the free trade agreement in the West African sub-region. The minister told NAN on Sunday in Abuja that the measure was meant to protect the country and its citizens from the nefarious […] Border closure: What Nigerian govt said on Sunday

The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi’s marriage to his wife, Chanel Chin has crashed. This was announced in a statement signed by the monarch’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr Alli Ibraheem However, the reason for the separation between the traditional ruler and his ex-wife, a Jamaican, who had a boy named Oduduwa for […] Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Akanbi’s marriage to Chin crashes

The FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Bello, has said that the restriction placed on commercial tricycle operators to certain parts of the city was one of the most difficult decisions that the FCT administration had to make. Mr Anthony Ogunleye, Chief Press Secretary to the Minister, in a statement on Sunday, said Bello disclosed this during […] FCT Minister gives real reason for restricting Keke Napep in Abuja

Following the submission of his list of commissioners to the legislature, Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has been criticized for not covering all interests in the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) Some chieftains loyal to former Governor, Olusegun Osoba, on Sunday openly rejected the names. The loyalists under the aegis of “Osoba Political […] Ogun APC: Osoba’s loyalists attack Gov Abiodun over commissioners’ list

Manchester United goalkeeper, David De Gea, on Sunday, made history in his side’s 1-1 draw with Everton at Old Trafford. Victor Lindelof’s own goal and Mason Greewood’s strike ensure Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men played a draw against the Toffees. According to OptaJoe, De Gea has now conceded at least once in all of his last […] EPL: De Gea sets Premier League record in Man United’s 1-1 draw with Everton

The Karaye Emirate Council in Kano State has dismissed District Head of Kiru, Alhaji Ibrahim Hamza and that of Rimin-Gado, Alhaji Shehu Muhammad, for disloyalty. The council made the resolution during its second meeting presided over by the Emir of Karaye, Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II at his palace in Karaye. This was contained in a […] Kano: Emirate council sacks District Heads

President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with a former governor of Oyo State, Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, on his 70th birthday on Dec. 16. The president’s congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, in Abuja on Sunday. Buhari said in the statement that he was […] Buhari sends message to ex-Oyo Gov, Ajimobi

Leicester City manager, Brendan Rodgers, has said that Kelechi Iheanacho was taken off in the half of their 1-1 draw with Norwich City on Saturday, for tactical reasons. Iheanacho was replaced by Demarai Gray, shortly after the Foxes cancelled out Teemu Pukki’s opener through Tim Krul’s own goal in the 38th minute. It was only […] EPL: Brendan Rodgers opens up on why Iheanacho was substituted in first half against Norwich

The Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Chinedum Orji, has debunked rumors making the rounds that he is nursing governorship ambition in 2023, describing the report as fake news. The speaker attributed the rumour to the handiwork of his detractors who are deliberately spreading the falsehood just to distract him. Chinedum Orji […] Count me out of 2023 guber election – Abia Speaker, Chinedum Orji

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps(NSCDC) Oyo State Command on Friday said it has intercepted three 3 trucks loaded with 33,000 each of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petroleum for diversion into Benin Republic. State Commandant of the NSCDC Iskilu Akinsanya made this declaration while speaking in Ibadan, the state capital. Akinsanya […] NSCDC arrest 3 trucks loaded with PMS for diversion into Benin Republic

Nigerian business leaders and top Nigerian Artists will, on Wednesday, December 18 storm Awka, Anambra State for the grand breaking ‘Access More With Stanel Master Class’ event to mentor and nourish young Nigerian entrepreneurs in a preparatory success master class tagged ‘Become More’, organized by Stanel Group in collaboration with one of the African biggest […] Access More With Stanel Master Class: Nigerian business leaders, artists storm Awka

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson on his resounding election victory in the United Kingdom general election. The President in a statement signed by Garba Shehu, his Spokesman, noted that Britain has been a reliable and historically unique ally of Nigeria, and has particularly supported this administration’s efforts at improving […] Buhari sends message to British Prime Minister

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has accused the Nigeria police of aiding thugs to cause chaos in the state, saying, he was ashamed of what happened between Thursday and Friday. He accused the Edo State Government of sponsoring thugs to cause trouble by blocking major roads and burning […] Police, Edo govt causing trouble in State – Oshiomhole raises alarm

A woman, Mrs Asu Ogbonna, has accused the Nigeria police of abandoning her husband in the hospital after he was knocked down by a police van in Bayelsa State. It was indeed a piteous sight to behold, as the mother of five spoke with her quavering voice and tearful eyes while telling the story of […] Police abandon my husband to die in hospital after van knocked him down – Woman cries out

President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the execution of four aid workers by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno. The four men were among the six aid workers who were abducted on 26 July when their convoy came under attack near Damasak, in the Mobbar LGA. They were working on a health project implemented by the […] Boko Haram: Buhari reacts to execution of aid workers in Borno

Arsenal hero, Paul Merson has predicted where Chelsea and Manchester United will finish in the Premier League table under their managers, Frank Lampard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer this season. Chelsea are currently in fourth position on the Premier League table with 29 points from 16 games, while Man United are in fifth place with 26 […] EPL: Paul Merson predicts how Chelsea, Man United will finish

Former Arsenal star, Charlie Nicholas, has predicted the scorelines of some of the Premier League Match day 17 fixtures. Chelsea will battle Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening following a 2-1 victory over Lille in the Champion League on Tuesday. Manchester United will tackle Everton on Saturday, while Arsenal will host Premier League champions, […] EPL: Charlie Nicholas predicts scorelines between Arsenal vs Man City, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, others

The Mother of the former Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko is dead. Alhaja Muinat Mimiko nee Ogunsulie died at the age of 89, a family source confirmed told DAILY POST. Madam Muinat died last night in Ondo City, headquarters of Ondo West Local Government Area of Ondo State few hours after her son […] Ex-Ondo Governor, Mimiko loses mother

Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has confirmed that Tomori Fikayo and Ruben Loftus-Cheek will miss his side’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth due to lack of match fitness and injury. Lampard’s men head to the Saturday’s game following a 2-1 victory over Lille in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. “Tomori is not fit for Saturday’s […] EPL: Lampard confirms two key players to miss Chelsea, Bournemouth clash

A wife has now opened up about her she and her husband were able to finally eliminate staphylococcus aureus from their body system after so many years of battling with the infection. The staph infection affected their health, made them suffer painful symptoms and almost made the couple infertile for life.   The wife suffered […] Wife Reveals Hidden herbal solution that completely treats heavy growth of staphylococcus aureus, syphilis, gonorrhea, and toilet infections

The Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has inaugurated the Joint Negotiation Committee on the Implementation of the New Minimum Wage with a charge to work out modalities that will make it seamless for Government to implement its payment to workers. While inaugurating the 16-man committee which has the State Head of Service, Sir Onyi […] Abia: Ikpeazu inaugurates minimum wage committee, restates commitment to pay

The Ondo State Police Command has placed a ban on the use of fireworks during the yuletide across the state. With a stern warning issued over the use of fireworks, the police authority in the state admonished parents, as well as guardians to advise their wards against the use of fireworks, as it stressed criminals […] Police gives strong warning over use of fireworks during yuletide

Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho has expressed confidence that his side will finish in the Premier League top four and qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League. Mourinho said this ahead of his side’s away Premier League clash against Wolves on Sunday. The Portuguese has won three out of four Premier League matches since taking […] EPL: Mourinho reveals position Tottenham will finish this season

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has said that despite the continued intimidations against members of the pro-Biafra groups by the federal government, it will remain undeterred in restoring Biafra republic in Igboland. Kanu who expressed dismay over the current state of affairs in the country pointed out that […] FG’s continued intimidation cannot deter Biafra republic-Nnamdi Kanu

The Nigeria Police on Saturday announced the arrested of popular music artiste, Duncan Mighty. This was contained in a statement by SP Ikeokwi Godson Orlando, spokesman of the Imo State Police Command. It said the arrest followed a petition written by an up and coming rap artist M2, who claimed that the Imo state government […] BREAKING: Police arrests Duncan Mighty

The Premier League returns this weekend after European football in midweek. Table toppers Liverpool welcome Watford in the early kick off, seeking to extend their eight-point gap at the top of the table. Bournemouth travel to Chelsea, Burnley host Newcastle and Leicester City take on Norwich. The late kick off will see Southampton clash with […] Livescore: Latest Premier League results for Week 17 (Saturday), 2019/2020 EPL scores

Eden Hazard has said he would return to Chelsea, when he is finished at Real Madrid. The Belgian left the Blues for Madrid this summer after seven years, for an initial £88.5m ($119m) fee. During his spell at Stamford Bridge, Hazard won six major trophies, including two Premier League titles and two Europa League crowns. […] EPL: Hazard speaks on returning to Chelsea from Real Madrid

The commissioner of police in Anambra State, CP John Abang has lamented that the killing of two top police officers of his command in Oraifite community of Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the state has killed his Christmas mood. Abang who spoke to a few journalists who visited him in his office said prior to […] Oraifite: How killing of officers ‘murdered’ Christmas – Anambra CP

A Joint Union of Tertiary Institutions of Kaduna State has suspended its planned strike over poor salary. This is contained in a statement signed by the Joint Chairman of the unions, Mr Noah Danlami and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Zaria on Saturday. NAN recalls that the joint unions had […] Kaduna tertiary institutions suspend strike, gives reason

Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, has congratulated World famous boxing champion, Anthony Joshua for beating Andy Ruiz Jr. in their highly anticipated fight. The fight which took place in Saudi Arabia saw Joshua emerging the champion after 12 rounds of an intense duel. Ruiz shocked the boxing world, when he stopped Joshua in seven rounds on […] How Lawan, Keyamo reacted after Anthony Joshua defeated Andy Ruiz to reclaim boxing titles

The charred remains of Mrs. Salome Abuh, the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) woman leader, who was burnt alive at Ochadamu, Kogi State, on Nov. 18, have been buried. NAN reports that Abuh was laid to rest amid tears and wailings by relations, friends and associates on Saturday at her village, Aji-Obala, Ofu Local Government Area […] Salome Abuh: PDP woman leader burnt to death, buried amid tears

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, on Saturday wrote to the United States President Mr Donald Trump over the re-arrest of the convener of RevolutionNow protest, Mr Omoyele Sowore. DAILY POST had reported that Sowore’s case got messier on Friday after DSS operatives allegedly chased out lawyers from the courtroom and attacked journalists and […] Sowore: SERAP writes Donald Trump over ‘violent’ re-arrest of activist

World-famous boxing champion, Anthony Joshua on Saturday got back his world heavyweight titles with a unanimous points win over Andy Ruiz Jr at the Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arena. In a bout earlier threatened by rain-storm, Joshua picked off a clear 118-110, 118-110, and 119-109 to defeated Ruiz Jr. in the highly anticipated fight. Ruiz […] Anthony Joshua beats Andy Ruiz to reclaim boxing titles

American singer, Cardi B, has spoken about Nigerian singers, Davido and Burna Boy. She also revealed how she feels about Nigeria as a country. Cardi B, who arrived Nigeria during the week, spoke in an interview with Cool FM on Friday. She also spoke about her experience and what she thinks about Nigeria since her […] Cardi B speaks on Davido, Burna Boy, reveals how she feels about Nigeria [VIDEO]

Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has admitted that his side had no answer for the speed of three Manchester United’s attackers in their 2-1 home defeat to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men on Saturday. According to the Spaniard, Man City could not cope with the pace of Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial and Dan James. Rashford won […] EPL: Guardiola names Man United players that destroyed Man City in 2-1 loss

World-famous boxing champion, Anthony Joshua beat Andy Ruiz Jr. in their highly anticipated fight on Saturday. The fight which took place in Saudi Arabia saw Joshua emerging the champion after 12 rounds of intense duel. This victory hands him back his WBO, IBF, WBA belts that were taken from him following his defeat to Ruiz […] Atiku, Melaye, others react as Anthony Joshua defeats Andy Ruiz

Former heavyweight champion, Andy Ruiz, has said he lost to British heavyweight, Anthony Joshua in their rematch on Saturday night because he gained too much weight during the preparation. Joshua beat Ruiz Jr. in their highly anticipated rematch. The fight took place in Saudi Arabia and saw Joshua emerging the champion after 12 rounds of […] Andy Ruiz reveals why Anthony Joshua beat him, declares 3rd fight

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the arrest of the law enforcement officers responsible for the discretion of the Federal High Court in Abuja during the re-arrest of Omoyele Sowore. The commission’s Executive Secretary, Mr Tony Ojukwu, made the call in Abuja. […] Nigerian newspapers: 10 things you need to know this Sunday morning

The Socialist Party of Nigeria (SPN) has condemned the re-arrest of Sahara Reporters Publisher and Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore by gun-wielding men of the Department of State Service (DSS) in a courtroom. DAILY POST gathered that Sowore was re-arrested less than 24 hours after they were released consequent upon […] Buhari, APC govt transforming into civilian dictatorship – SPN tackles President over Sowore

Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State has assured the University of Jos that his administration will secure the institution’s land encroached upon by some individuals, warning that anyone “found culpable will be made to account for their actions”. He also assured the University that the State Government in collaboration with the University authority and security […] How we will recover your encroached land – Gov. Lalong tells UniJos

Former Manchester United captain, Roy Keane, has questioned Tottenham’s mentality, following the Red Devils’ 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday. First-half goals from Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial, saw United take control of the derby at the Etihad. Although Nicolas Otamendi pulled one back in the 85th minute, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side held on. […] EPL: Roy Keane mocks Mourinho’s Tottenham after Man Utd defeat Man City

American heavyweight boxer, Deontay Wilder, has criticised British fighter, Anthony Joshua for the tactics he used in his victory over Mexican-American fighter, Andy Ruiz Jr on Saturday at the Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia. DAILY POST had earlier reported that in a bout earlier threatened by rain-storm, Joshua picked off a clear 118-110, 118-110, and […] Deontay Wilder blasts Anthony Joshua after beating Andy Ruiz in re-match

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated World Heavyweight Boxing Champion, Anthony Joshua, for regaining his belts Saturday night in a re-match with Mexican’s Andy Ruiz Jnr. The President rejoiced with Joshua, saluting him for bringing joy to millions of Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora, who had rooted for him to regain the titles he […] Buhari reveals lessons learnt from Anthony Joshua’s defeat of Ruiz Jr

Leading human rights activists are set for a face-off with top brass of Directorate of State Security (DSS) and Nigerian Police at the 2019 “Human Rights Summit” in Lagos. According to a statement by Messrs Okey Ilofulunwa and Emeka Nwadioke, Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch Human Rights Committee and “Human Rights […] Human rights: Ozekhome, Falana, others clash with DSS in Lagos

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has said that he can only support the person who has the capacity to govern the State in the 2023 general elections. The governor made the declaration during a reception held in his honour by the leadership of Ogbako r-Ikwerre which is the apex socio-cultural group in Ikwerreland. Wike said […] 2023: Wike discloses who will succeed him

The Federal Government is set to introduce a new visa policy. The Comptroller General (CGI) of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Muhammad Babandede, made the announcement at the weekend at the NIS dinner in Abuja. He said: “The e-visa policy will encourage investors to Nigeria thereby generating Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) for Nigeria and making Nigeria […] Nigerian govt to unveil new visa policy

The federal government has suspended a $300m Nigeria Customs modernisation deal. The Nation reports that the Minister of Finance, Zainab Ahmed, gave the directive sequel to a resolution and letter addressed to her. In a letter titled “Suspension of proposed concession arrangement for the Customs modernisation project”, jointly signed by Chairman Finance, James Faleke; Chairman […] Nigerian Customs: FG suspends $300m modernization deal

Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin, President, Centre for Change, has asked the Department of State Services (DSS) to produce the officers who acted in a “thuggish” manner on Friday. She also called on the federal government to stop embarrassing itself and ensure that the rule of law is respected. Operatives on Friday chased out lawyers from the […] Sowore: DSS asked to produce ‘thuggish officers’

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Adeniyi Adebayo, has warned that Nigeria will not tolerate smuggling and importation of substandard products. Assuring that Nigeria will fully implement the terms of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) and uphold its commitments on trade and regional integration, Adebayo said the government will not allow any move […] African Free Trade Agreement: Nigeria issues strong warning