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Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘It’s complicated’ – Monchi names player who deserves to win award
Published: September 29, 2026 08:28
Espanyol’s sporting director, Monchi has named the player who deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Speaking to the media at a recent event via SPORT, Monchi was asked in depth about several topics in football. One of the most interesting questions he was…
Atiku, Peter Obi, Amaechi, Kwankwaso have been asking me about El-Rufai – Son reveals
Published: September 29, 2026 07:37
A member of the House of Representatives from Kaduna North and Chairman of the Committee on Banking Regulations, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, has disclosed that presidential candidates of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, and the Nigeria…
OPay wins two Consumer Awards, reaffirms nationwide trust
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/opay-wins-two-consumer-awards-reaffirms-nationwide-trust/
Published: September 29, 2026 07:37
OPay, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, has received two major honours at the 5th edition of the Consumers Value Awards (CVA), further highlighting the strong confidence Nigerian consumers place in the fintech brand. At the awards ceremony held on…
lgbo Day 2026: Ohanaeze demands accountability, LG autonomy from S’East govs
Published: September 29, 2026 07:32
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has tackled South-East governors over their utilisation of public funds accruing to the various states. This is contained in the State of the Igbo Nation Address, as part of the…
Stop attacks on Nigerians now – Fani-Kayode warns South Africa
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/stop-attacks-on-nigerians-now-fani-kayode-warns-south-africa/
Published: September 29, 2026 07:30
Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has warned against the killing of Nigerians in the country. In a statement posted on his X handle, Fani-Kayode urged the South African government to bring the perpetrators of xenophobic attacks…
AFCON 2027Q: Guinea-Bissau coach unfazed by pitch ahead of Super Eagles clash
Published: September 29, 2026 07:26
Guinea-Bissau head coach, Emiliano Té has played down concerns surrounding the condition of the pitch at the September 24 Stadium in Bissau. The Djurtus will host the Super Eagles in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Matchday 2 encounter on Tuesday…
EU’s Kallas urges Europe to rearm quickly, citing Russia threat
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/eus-kallas-urges-europe-to-rearm-quickly-citing-russia-threat/
Published: September 29, 2026 07:24
EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas wants Europe to accelerate the pace of defence investment after European intelligence indicated that Russia is planning fresh subversion and hybrid attacks.“Europe needs to rearm more quickly and more effectively to…
NPFL: Abdallah blames poor officiating for Ranchers Bees’ draw against Rivers United
Published: September 29, 2026 06:49
Ranchers Bees technical adviser, Usman Abdallah has blamed poor officiating for his team’s draw against Rivers United. The Bees were held to a goalless draw by Rivers United in a Matchday Six fixture at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Monday. Abdallah…
Iran denies link to alleged plot targeting UK airbase
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/iran-denies-link-to-alleged-plot-targeting-uk-airbase/
Published: September 29, 2026 06:46
Iran has rejected allegations that it was behind an alleged plot targeting the RAF Fairford airbase in the United Kingdom. The Iranian Embassy in London, in a statement issued on Monday, described claims linking Tehran to the incident as “fabricated…
AFCON qualifiers: Eric Chelle opens on major setback ahead of Guinea-Bissau
Published: September 29, 2026 06:33
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has revealed a major setback ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau. He expressed concern over the insufficient time to prepare his team for the game. Nigeria will face the Djurtus at the…
Super Eagles: Brentford’s Michael Kayode will no longer play for Nigeria
Published: September 29, 2026 06:31
Brentford defender, Michael Kayode can no longer represent Nigeria at the international level. This is as the defender made a cap-tying appearance for Italy in their win over Türkiye on Monday. Born in Borgomanero, Italy, Kayode was previously eligible to…
Gunmen attack Plateau mining site, kill three women, injure others
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/gunmen-attack-plateau-mining-site-kill-three-women-injure-others/
Published: September 29, 2026 06:27
At least three women were confirmed killed, while several others were injured when gunmen suspected to be Fulani militias attacked a mining site in Rakum community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to eyewitnesses, the…
Tinubu hospitalised in France – Sowore alleges
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/tinubu-hospitalised-in-france-sowore-alleges/
Published: September 29, 2026 06:23
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu is hospitalised in France. Sowore spoke on Monday during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time. His remark stemmed from President…
Niger miners’ deaths: Panel assures families of fair investigation
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/niger-miners-deaths-panel-assures-families-of-fair-investigation/
Published: September 29, 2026 06:20
The 10-member Independent Investigative Committee set up by the Federal Government to investigate the deaths of 37 artisanal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has assured the victims’ families that it will…
Troops rescue 49 Kano travellers from suspected kidnappers in Zamfara
Published: September 29, 2026 06:09
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 49 travellers from Kano State who were returning from Senegal after attending a Maulud programme following an attempted kidnap incident in Zamfara State. The rescue was contained in a post shared on X by…
N627bn revenue: Kebbi govt, Malami camp lock horns over alleged financial mismanagement
Published: September 29, 2026 06:04
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the management of Kebbi State’s finances has emerged as a major political issue, with the African Democratic Congress, ADC, demanding an account of funds it said accrued to the state between May 2023 and October 2025.…
Consulate demands justice over alleged attacks, deaths of Nigerians in South Africa
Published: September 29, 2026 06:00
The Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg has called for justice over the deaths of three Nigerian nationals in separate incidents across South Africa between September 18 and 21, 2026. The Consul-General, Amb. Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, urged South African…
You can get away with anything with political connections – Emir Sanusi faults El-Rufai’s detention
Published: September 29, 2026 05:50
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said people can get away with almost anything in Nigeria when they have strong political connections. Sanusi made the comment during an interview with Channels Television in Lagos at the public presentation of…
Construction work to begin on Ogun Deep Sea Port in November – Abiodun
Published: September 29, 2026 05:44
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that construction work on the over $7 billion Gateway Deep Sea Port and Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area will commence in November this year.…
NYSC Osun dismisses corps member disappearance report
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/nysc-osun-dismisses-corps-member-disappearance-report/
Published: September 29, 2026 05:42
The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Osun State, has clarified a report concerning the alleged disappearance of a corps member, Adewebi Opeoluwa, serving at St. James Grammar School, Ayetoro, Olorunda Local Government Area of the state. The NYSC said…
World Heart Day: NOA urges Osun residents to prioritise heart health
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/world-heart-day-noa-urges-osun-residents-to-prioritise-heart-health/
Published: September 29, 2026 05:38
The National Orientation Agency, NOA, Osun State Directorate, has urged Nigerians to prioritise heart health and adopt healthier lifestyles to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. The agency made the call in a statement by its spokesperson, Bunmi…
LASU denies failure to mobilise law graduates for Nigerian Law School
Published: September 29, 2026 05:35
Lagos State University, LASU, has dismissed claims that some of its law graduates were left out of the mobilisation process for the Nigerian Law School. The university, in a statement shared on X, said its records showed that every graduate who had…
Calling Tinubu names not an offence – Sowore
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/calling-tinubu-names-not-an-offence-sowore/
Published: September 29, 2026 05:32
The African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, Omoyele Sowore, says criticising or calling President Bola Tinubu names is not an offence. Sowore made the statement on Monday while fielding questions during an…
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: All you need to know about crucial 2027 AFCON qualifier
Published: September 29, 2026 05:30
Nigeria will face what is probably their toughest test so far in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series when they travel to Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday evening. Both teams picked up three points from their opening matches. The Super Eagles beat…
2026 Ballon d’Or: SuperComputer predicts top two as voting for winners ends
Published: September 29, 2026 05:28
The Polymarket SuperComputer has predicted the players who will finish in the top two of the 2026 Ballon d’Or voting process. Voting for the award ended on Monday, September 28. At least 100 journalists from the top-ranked FIFA countries submitted their…
2027: I dragged Peter Obi, convinced Kwankwaso to join ADC – Babachir Lawal
Published: September 29, 2026 05:26
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, says he dragged former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi into the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday, Lawal…
2027: Babachir Lawal accuses NDC’s Binani of supporting Atiku
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/2027-babachir-lawal-accuses-ndcs-binani-of-supporting-atiku/
Published: September 29, 2026 05:23
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has accused the Adamawa State governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Aisha Binani, of supporting Atiku Abubakar. Lawal made the allegation on Monday in a post on…
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Tuesday morning
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/29/nigerian-newspapers-10-things-you-need-to-know-tuesday-morning-147/
Published: September 29, 2026 05:15
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of running a government that demands endless sacrifices from Nigerians while continuously seeking fresh loans.…
Nigeria’s Power Sector: Lack of coordination slows reliable electricity supply – Tegbe
Published: September 28, 2026 21:31
The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, said a lack of coordination had slowed the delivery of reliable electricity supply to Nigerians. The Minister made this disclosure on Monday at the announcement of the Off-Grid Stakeholder Coordination in Abuja.…
2027: We won’t bribe voters, party agents — Peter Obi
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/2027-we-wont-bribe-voters-party-agents-peter-obi/
Published: September 28, 2026 21:23
The 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said the Obi/Kwankwaso movement will not provide money to party agents for the purpose of inducing voters during the 2027 polls. Obi made this declaration on Monday while…
US targets foreign officials prolonging parental child abduction cases
Published: September 28, 2026 21:21
The United States has moved against people responsible for, or complicit in, impeding the resolution of international parental child abduction cases, as well as their family members. The action targets individuals who intentionally obstruct the prompt…
2027: ‘I’m playing fatherly role’ – Sultan of Sokoto speaks on receiving Peter Obi, APC PCC
Published: September 28, 2026 21:13
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on Monday, said he was playing the role of a father without favouritism to all politicians vying for elective offices in 2027.…
2027: Don’t insult, use inflammatory remarks to cause tension – Sultan of Sokoto to politicians
Published: September 28, 2026 21:13
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on Monday warned politicians against the use of insults and inflammatory remarks ahead of the 2027 general elections. Abubakar…
‘These people are not our candidates’ – ADC rejects APC defection claim
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/these-people-are-not-our-candidates-adc-rejects-apc-defection-claim/
Published: September 28, 2026 21:09
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that some of its candidates from Jigawa, Plateau, Taraba and Zamfara states have defected to the ruling party. The ADC described the people recently presented…
NPFL: Finidi satisfied with Rivers United’s draw with Ranchers Bees
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/npfl-finidi-satisfied-with-rivers-uniteds-draw-with-ranchers-bees/
Published: September 28, 2026 21:02
Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George, believed that the goalless draw against Ranchers Bees was a good result for both teams. The Pride of Rivers and the Bees failed to convert their chances in the Matchday Six encounter. Finidi said his team…
2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles could be without three key players for Guinea-Bissau clash
Published: September 28, 2026 20:58
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has revealed he could be without several key players for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying games in Guinea-Bissau. Nigeria came from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in their first fixture last Friday.…
AFCON 2027Q: Chelle assures Super Eagles ready for Guinea-Bissau battle
Published: September 28, 2026 20:51
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle is expecting a difficult duel against the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria will be up against Guinea-Bissau in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two encounter at the Estádio Nacional…
NDC sued over alleged refusal to announce primary election result for Anambra House of Representatives
Published: September 28, 2026 20:09
A legal practitioner, Obunike Calistus Ohaegbu, has dragged the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over the refusal of the party’s national leadership to announce the result of the primary election conducted for Nnewi…
Sultan receives Obi, Kwankwaso urges peaceful politics ahead of 2027
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/sultan-receives-obi-kwankwaso-urges-peaceful-politics-ahead-of-2027/
Published: September 28, 2026 20:03
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on politicians and their supporters to maintain peace in their activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.…
Prolonged absence: Tinubu sued for refusing to hand over power
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/prolonged-absence-tinubu-sued-for-refusing-to-hand-over-power/
Published: September 28, 2026 19:59
The African Action Congress, AAC, has sued President Bola Tinubu before the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, over his refusal to hand over power to Vice-President Kashim Shettima since he travelled to Europe on August 30, 2026. The suit, tagged…
Court convicts 21 companies over alleged unlicensed investment operations
Published: September 28, 2026 19:49
The Federal High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has convicted and sentenced 21 companies for allegedly operating financial investment businesses without valid licences from the Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC. Justice Anyalewa Onoja-Alapa…
Kano CP directs police commanders to remain neutral ahead of 2027 elections
Published: September 28, 2026 19:37
The Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has directed operational commanders across the state to remain neutral, professional and non-partisan ahead of the 2027 general elections. Bakori gave the directive on Monday, September 28,…
Benue pays N7.1bn compensation to property owners affected by federal road projects
Published: September 28, 2026 19:11
The Benue State Government has spent about N7.1 billion on compensation for properties and other interests affected by federal road projects across the state. The Director of Civil Engineering in the state Ministry of Works, Engr. Tivfa Wombo, disclosed…
Benue: Heavy rainfall submerges houses, roads in Makurdi
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/benue-heavy-rainfall-submerges-houses-roads-in-makurdi/
Published: September 28, 2026 19:08
A prolonged downpour on Monday submerged several houses and streets across Makurdi, the Benue State capital, leaving residents struggling with floodwaters and commuters stranded. The rainfall, which lasted for more than nine hours after beginning in the…
‘We will bring back subsidy after tackling corruption’ – Obi promises Nigerians
Published: September 28, 2026 18:54
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has promised to restore petroleum subsidy if elected, saying his administration would first tackle corruption in the country. Obi made the statement on Monday at a town hall…
Court fixes October 2 for Sowore to continue defence in alleged cyberbullying of Tinubu
Published: September 28, 2026 18:38
The Federal High Court has fixed October 2 for the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC), Omoyele Sowore, to continue his defence in the alleged cyberbullying case brought against him by the Department of State Services (DSS). There…
Sokoto gov approves appointment of eight new district heads
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/sokoto-gov-approves-appointment-of-eight-new-district-heads/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:30
The Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has approved the appointment of eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state. The appointments, according to a statement signed by the Secretary of the Sultanate Council, Sokoto,…
NPFL: Ejeh happy with Enyimba draw against Kano Pillars
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/npfl-ejeh-happy-with-enyimba-draw-against-kano-pillars/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:28
Enyimba assistant coach, Okechukwu Ejeh, has expressed satisfaction with the team’s draw against Kano Pillars. The People’s Elephant held Kano Pillars to a goalless draw in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday Six encounter at the Sani…
NPFL: Yusuf reacts to Shooting Stars’ loss to Warri Wolves
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/npfl-yusuf-reacts-to-shooting-stars-loss-to-warri-wolves/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:28
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, has attributed his team’s defeat to Warri Wolves to poor finishing. The Oluyole Warriors suffered a 1-0 defeat to Warri Wolves in Ozoro on Sunday. Othuke Egbo struck in the seventh minute to give the…
Troops investigate killing of man amid dispute with Fulani family in Plateau
Published: September 28, 2026 18:22
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have commenced investigations into the killing of a 43-year-old man, Desmond Ayuba, at Taggai village in Manguna District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, by suspected Fulani armed men. Security…
NPFL: Rivers United held by Ranchers Bees, move to second
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/npfl-rivers-united-held-by-ranchers-bees-move-to-second/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:20
Rivers United played out a 0-0 draw with Ranchers Bees in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday Six encounter at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Monday. Both sides had opportunities to break the deadlock, but poor finishing denied them…
Blaqbonez better than most Nigerian rappers but lacks personality – CDQ
Published: September 28, 2026 18:19
Indigenous rapper CDQ has shared his opinion about his colleague, Blaqbonez, claiming that he is better than many Nigerian rappers but lacks a strong personality. Speaking in a recent episode of the Faloh Frequency podcast, CDQ said Blaqbonez was lyrically…
Tinubu a failure, Nigerians don’t miss his absence – Phrank Shaibu
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/tinubu-a-failure-nigerians-dont-miss-his-absence-phrank-shaibu/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:17
The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, on Monday described President Bola Tinubu as a failure who could work from anywhere in the world. Shaibu was reacting to a remark by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy,…
EPL: UK lawmaker Corbyn calls for Man City to be relegated over 115 charges
Published: September 28, 2026 18:13
A member of UK parliament, Jeremy Corbyn, has called for Manchester City to be relegated from the Premier League. Corbyn was reacting to reports that City has been found guilty on most of the 115 financial charges brought against it. City were last week…
Tension in Kebbi as youths destroy Tinubu, Governor Idris’ campaign posters
Published: September 28, 2026 18:12
There was tension in Jega area of Kebbi State over the weekend as youths tore down campaign posters of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Nasir Idris. According to Daily Trust, the youths were protesting against the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.…
Police sergeant killed after being dragged under vehicle in Lagos
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/police-sergeant-killed-after-being-dragged-under-vehicle-in-lagos/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:09
A police officer has died after being knocked down and dragged underneath a vehicle during a stop-and-search operation in Egbeda, Lagos State. It was gathered that the incident occurred on September 26 at about 2:20pm along Olugbede Street, Egbeda, when…
BREAKING: Dangote Refinery: MRS filling stations reduce fuel price
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/dangote-refinery-mrs-filling-stations-reduce-fuel-price/
Published: September 28, 2026 18:04
Dangote Refinery-backed MRS filling stations have reduced their petrol pump price. A market survey by DAILY POST on Monday showed that MRS filling stations in Abuja had adjusted their petrol pump price to N1,370 per litre from N1,395 per litre. This…
Two seven-year-old boys die after live wire falls on shop in Ondo
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/two-seven-year-old-boys-die-after-live-wire-falls-on-shop-in-ondo/
Published: September 28, 2026 17:48
Two seven-year-old boys have died after being electrocuted by a fallen live electric wire in Idanre, Ondo State. The victims, identified as Oloyede Ayo and Clinton Koleola, were reportedly inside a shop along Apefon Road when the live wire suddenly fell…
NDLEA, military destroy 1,360kg cannabis farms, arrest two in Edo
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/ndlea-military-destroy-1360kg-cannabis-farms-arrest-two-in-edo/
Published: September 28, 2026 17:44
A joint operation involving the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Edo State Command, and military personnel has resulted in the destruction of two cannabis farms covering 0.544092 hectares in Esan South-East Local Government Area of the state.…
BREAKING: DSS secures death sentence against notorious kidnapper, Dan Iyali in Sokoto
Published: September 28, 2026 17:43
The Department of State Services, DSS, has secured a death sentence against Ibrahim Usman, also known as Dan Iyali, over his alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of three persons in Sokoto State in September 2023. Usman was convicted by the…
‘Nigerians are suffering’ – Ogun group backs return of fuel subsidy
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/nigerians-are-suffering-ogun-group-backs-return-of-fuel-subsidy/
Published: September 28, 2026 17:32
A political support group in Ogun State, Yayi Ni Wura Alliance Movement, has asked President Bola Tinubu to restore fuel subsidy, warning that the soaring cost of petrol has deepened hardship for ordinary Nigerians. The group made the call in Abeokuta…
TUC asks DSS to arrest alleged ASCSN impersonators, warns of legal action
Published: September 28, 2026 17:31
The Trade Union Congress, TUC, has asked the Department of State Services, DSS, to arrest individuals impersonating the leadership of its affiliate union, the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, ASCSN. The Secretary-General of TUC, Comrade…
‘I’m not a man of divided loyalty’ – Babachir Lawal on why he didn’t work with Atiku
Published: September 28, 2026 17:25
A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has disclosed that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, wanted to work with him. Lawal disclosed that he could not work with Atiku because…
Mineral deal: Publish your MoU with Tinubu govt – US firm tells Trump
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/mineral-deal-publish-your-mou-with-tinubu-govt-us-firm-tells-trump/
Published: September 28, 2026 16:42
A United States advocacy firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has urged the administration of Donald Trump to publish the signed Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, between the US and Nigerian government on critical minerals. In a post on its verified X handle,…
AFCON 2027Q: Usor reveals how Simon inspired match-winning goal against Madagascar
Published: September 28, 2026 16:31
Moses Usor has revealed Moses Simon was the inspiration behind his spectacular strike in Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over the Barea of Madagascar. Usor rose from the bench to score the winning goal for the Super Eagles in the keenly contested encounter. The LASK…
Ogun Govt intensifies campaign to tackle illiteracy, out-of-school menace
Published: September 28, 2026 16:22
In its bid to encourage mass literacy among the citizens and to tackle out of school challenges in Ogun State, the Governor Dapo Abiodun administration, through the Agency for Mass and Lifelong Education, has taken its campaign against illiteracy to market…
$1.5bn fresh loan: Atiku reveals how much each Nigerian now owes as debt hits N166.79tn
Published: September 28, 2026 15:46
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said each Nigerian now owes N716,822 as the country’s total debt profile grew to N166.79 trillion as of June 2026. Atiku made the disclosure in a…
Raneen Awad’s Entrepreneurial Journey: From Starting at 16 to Building RENO
Published: September 28, 2026 15:43
Raneen Awad has already started making transformative moves in her life at a time when many young people are still trying to figure out who they will be in the future. At the age of 16, she began her career in the beauty industry as a face model in various…
‘Nigeria can’t be run by delegation and press release’ — NDC blasts Tinubu
Published: September 28, 2026 15:23
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his absence from the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York. The party, in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director,…
2027: How Atiku asked me to make Peter Obi his running mate – Babachir Lawal
Published: September 28, 2026 15:22
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has revealed that former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, asked him to persuade Peter Obi to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and serve as his running mate in the 2027…
Flooding: PDP accuses Sanwo-Olu govt of neglecting Jakande Estates
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/flooding-pdp-accuses-sanwo-olu-govt-of-neglecting-jakande-estates/
Published: September 28, 2026 15:18
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has accused the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of failing to adequately address the infrastructure challenges facing residents and property owners in Phases 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the…
Kano court remands 11 youths over alleged killing of police officer
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/kano-court-remands-11-youths-over-alleged-killing-of-police-officer/
Published: September 28, 2026 15:18
A Kano Magistrates’ Court has ordered the remand of 11 youths at a correctional facility over allegations of conspiracy, public disturbance, arson and the killing of a police officer. The court, presided over by Magistrate Auwal Yusuf Sulaiman of…
CBN urges Kano traders, residents to handle naira notes properly
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/cbn-urges-kano-traders-residents-to-handle-naira-notes-properly/
Published: September 28, 2026 15:14
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has urged traders and residents in Kano State to handle naira notes properly, warning that careless handling increases the cost of replacing dirty and damaged currency. The apex bank made the call during a sensitisation…
INEC begins 2027 election readiness assessment
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/inec-begins-2027-election-readiness-assessment/
Published: September 28, 2026 15:14
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has begun assessing its preparedness for the 2027 general elections, with its chairman, Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, calling on officials to address operational gaps and maintain neutrality. In a…
Shettima meets Costa Rican diplomat Grynspan over UN Secretary-General bid
Published: September 28, 2026 15:12
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has met Costa Rican diplomat Rebeca Grynspan, who is seeking to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. The meeting took place shortly before Shettima returned to Nigeria. This was contained in a post on…
BREAKING: 2027: INEC announces date for nationwide collection of PVCs
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/2027-inec-announces-date-for-nationwide-collection-of-pvcs/
Published: September 28, 2026 15:05
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says the collection of Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, will begin on October 9, 2026 across the country. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, made this announcement on Monday in Kaduna at the North-West…
‘You lost my child because you were wearing waist trainers’ – MC Fish to ex-wife Anita Joseph
Published: September 28, 2026 15:04
A hype man, Fisayo Olagunju, popularly known as MC Fish, has reignited his social media dispute with his estranged wife, actress Anita Joseph, with a series of allegations against her. MC Fish, who shared the posts on his Instagram Stories, claimed he had…
Account for Nigeria’s N166.79trn debt before asking World Bank for $1.5bn loan – Atiku to Tinubu
Published: September 28, 2026 15:01
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, charged President Bola Tinubu to account for  N166.79 trillion debt before borrowing $1.5 billion from the World Bank. Atiku accused Tinubu of running a government…
Army operationalises 28 Armoured Brigade, two formations in Kebbi
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/army-operationalises-28-armoured-brigade-two-formations-in-kebbi/
Published: September 28, 2026 14:57
The Nigerian Army has operationalised 28 Armoured Brigade and Garrison in Birnin Kebbi, alongside 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje, Kebbi State. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, was represented at the event by…
BBNaija no longer commands conversation like before  — Ubi Franklin
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/bbnaija-no-longer-commands-conversation-like-before-ubi-franklin/
Published: September 28, 2026 14:43
Music executive, Ubi Franklin, has said reality show, BBNaija, no longer commands public conversation the way it did in the past, despite remaining a successful brand. Franklin made the remark in a post shared on his X account. “Big Brother Naija reminds…
Akwa Ibom: Stakeholders raise concern over increase in number of street children
Published: September 28, 2026 14:40
Stakeholders in Akwa Ibom State have expressed concern over the rising incidence of vulnerable children on the streets and called for alternative family based care and support. Speaking during a conference organised by Street Mentors Network in partnership…
Terrorists defy govt curfew to attack Plateau communities — NBA alleges
Published: September 28, 2026 14:36
The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, in Plateau State has alleged that terrorists attacked communities in the state despite government-imposed curfews. The four NBA branches in Jos, Pankshin, Bukuru and Shendam raised the concern on Monday at a joint press…
NELFUND haven of corruption, giving students only N20,000 — Dino Melaye
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/nelfund-haven-of-corruption-giving-students-only-n20000-dino-melaye/
Published: September 28, 2026 14:19
African Democratic Congress, ADC, chieftain, Dino Melaye, has alleged corruption in the running of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, and the Federal Government’s student loan scheme under President Bola Tinubu. Melaye described NELFUND as a “haven…
Troops rescue missing 19-year-old herder in Plateau
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/troops-rescue-missing-19-year-old-herder-in-plateau/
Published: September 28, 2026 14:18
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have rescued a 19-year-old herder who was reported missing while grazing livestock at Shen village in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in a post on X, quoted…
TCN begins urgent repairs on Ikot Abasi-Eket power transmission line after vandalism
Published: September 28, 2026 14:15
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, said it has commenced urgent rehabilitation work on Towers J4 and N9 to N12 along the Ikot Abasi-Eket 132kV double-circuit transmission line following recent acts of vandalism. TCN made this disclosure in a…
Court to deliver judgment in suit against Yahaya Bello’s senatorial candidacy Nov 19
Published: September 28, 2026 14:00
Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed November 19 for judgment in a suit challenging the emergence of former Governor Yahaya Bello as the senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Kogi Central. The…
JAMB restores CAPS, sets admission deadlines for 2026/2027
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/jamb-restores-caps-sets-admission-deadlines-for-2026-2027/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:59
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has restored its Central Admissions Processing System, CAPS, after a temporary disruption, directing tertiary institutions to speed up their admission exercises ahead of the approved deadlines. The board…
Court remands four suspected IPOB members over alleged killing of DSS operative
Published: September 28, 2026 13:56
The Department of State Services, DSS, on Monday arraigned four suspected members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, over their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of its officer, Ekpeyong Asuquo Owoh. The accused persons were…
NPFL: Kano Pillars unlucky in draw against Enyimba – Ogunmodede
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/npfl-kano-pillars-unlucky-in-draw-against-enyimba-ogunmodede/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:39
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Daniel Ogunmodede, says that his team was unlucky in the goalless draw against Enyimba. The Sai Masu Gida were held to a 0-0 draw by Enyimba at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Sunday. Ogunmodede admitted his players failed…
NPFL: Imama credits tactical switch for Abia Warriors’ win over Bendel Insurance
Published: September 28, 2026 13:39
Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo, has praised his tactical ingenuity for the 3-0 win over Bendel Insurance in a matchday six fixture. Chukwumeka Obioma scored a brace while Etta Ikoi was also on the scoresheet for the hosts. Amapakabo said…
Nigeria at 66: Labour Coalition WoPU endorses President Tinubu as most viable candidate for 2027 presidency
Published: September 28, 2026 13:36
The Working People United, WoPU, a coalition of workers, professionals, and artisans, has declared President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the most viable candidate for Nigerians in the 2027 general elections. Speaking to journalists after the 66th Independence…
Troops recover 800 suspected rustled cattle from terrorists in Plateau
Published: September 28, 2026 13:34
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, have recovered about 800 cattle suspected to have been rustled by terrorists in Kingkis village, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the recovery…
‘I was misled’ – Kenneth Okonkwo makes U-turn on Peter Obi’s debt record
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/i-was-misled-kenneth-okonkwo-makes-u-turn-on-peter-obis-debt-record/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:30
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Kenneth Okonkwo, says he was misled when he defended the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over claims that he left debts behind as Anambra State governor. Okonkwo…
2026 Ballon d’Or voting officially closed
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/2026-ballon-dor-voting-officially-closed/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:27
Voting for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has now officially closed. A jury of selected journalists from the top 100 countries in the FIFA rankings have voted to decide the winner in the men’s category. Some of the frontrunners include Lamine Yamal (Barcelona),…
NCGC guarantees unlock N46.95bn loans for 67,512 Nigerians – Tinubu
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/ncgc-guarantees-unlock-n46-95bn-loans-for-67512-nigerians-tinubu/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:21
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said participating lenders have extended N46.95 billion in loans through the National Credit Guarantee Company, NCGC. Tinubu made this disclosure in a statement on his official X account on Monday. According to him, NCGC has…
Khamenei warns US as Iran vows to clear Arabian Sea of enemy forces
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/khamenei-warns-us-as-iran-vows-to-clear-arabian-sea-of-enemy-forces/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:20
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei has said foreign enemy forces will soon be pushed out of the Arabian Sea as Tehran’s confrontation with the United States continues to intensify. Khamenei said Iranian forces had already forced enemy vessels away…
Falana sues FG over ‘rights violation’ during military era, demands $10m
Published: September 28, 2026 13:17
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has dragged the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the ECOWAS community Court of Justice over alleged violations of his fundamental rights during successive military administrations in the 1980s and 1990s. Falana, in the…
‘Uba Sani is committed to our welfare’ – Kaduna pensioners
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/uba-sani-is-committed-to-our-welfare-kaduna-pensioners/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:16
Kaduna State Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners has expressed gratitude to Governor Uba Sani for  releasing N3.659 billion for the payment of gratuity and death benefits. In a letter signed by Aboman Ladan and Alhassan Balarabe Musa, Chairman and…
Uba Sani to clear inherited debts, contractors hail Gov
https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/28/uba-sani-to-clear-inherited-debts-contractors-hail-gov/
Published: September 28, 2026 13:13
Governor Uba Sani has been commended for introducing a monthly payment plan to clear verified debts inherited from the previous administration. The Chairman of the Contractors Association of Kaduna State, Engr. Ahmed Baba, disclosed this after a meeting…
AFCON 2027Q: Ethiopian officials to handle Guinea-Bissau vs Super Eagles
Published: September 28, 2026 13:13
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has selected a team of Ethiopian match officials for Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria. The Group L encounter is billed for the Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro in…
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