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Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has refuted claims that he threatened President Bola Tinubu. He clarified that his remarks were a critique of policies he believes could harm Nigerians. DAILY POST reports that the governor’s response followed a statement from the Presidency, which urged him to retract his purported “threat” to the President over the…

Yet to be identified gunmen have abducted the President-General of Kunav United Development Association, KUDA, in Benue State, Deacon Tor Yaji. Yaji was abducted by the gunmen, said to be four in number, at his hometown, Tsar Mbaduku, in Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident occurred around 10:00 pm on Monday. Spokesperson…

The FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has arrested six suspected vandals. This was contained in a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Monica Ojobi, on Tuesday in Abuja. Ojobi said that the suspects were arrested by the operatives of the command at different locations in the FCT during…

.. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested six suspected vandals of public infrastructure at various locations across the FCT. According to a statement released on Tuesday by DSC Monica Ojoni, the command’s acting spokesperson, the arrests happened during routine patrols carried out as…

.. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has officially recognized four new traditional rulers, including HRH Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari as the Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri in Degema Local Government Area. The recognition ceremony took place at the Government House in Port Harcourt, where Governor Fubara presented the new monarchs with Staff of Office and Certificates…

.. As Nigeria prepares to usher in the new year, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC)/Transparency International in Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the country’s lingering socio-economic challenges. In a press release issued on Tuesday, by the Executive Director of Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), and Head of Transparency International Nigeria,…

Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi has signed the 2025 appropriation bill into law. This is coming less than 24 hours after the State House of Assembly passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill. DAILY POST reported that Governor Malam Umar Namadi presented N698.3 billion as the 2025 budget before the Jigawa State House of Assembly. The…

Hon. Nwogu Iheanacho .. The member representing Osisioma-Ngwa North State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, Iheanacho Nwogu, has distributed 500 bags of rice, 100 rolls of wrappers, and cash gifts to his constituents as part of his commitment to spreading love and support during the Yuletide season. Speaking on Tuesday while…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu .. Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, resumed duties in parliament on Tuesday after his discharge from hospital following a prostate surgery over the weekend. Netanyahu underwent surgery on Sunday at Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Centre to address a urinary tract infection caused by prostate enlargement. In a video statement on…

.. The Governing Council of the University of Abuja, under the chairmanship of Air Vice-Marshal Saddiq Ismaila Kaita (Rtd), has approved the appointment of Prof. Aisha Sani Maikudi as the 7th Substantive vice-chancellor of the University. NewsNGR earlier reported that the external Governing Council Members of the school, on Tuesday boycotted a meeting with…

.. The National Vice-Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the South East, Augustin Ehiemere, has called on party members to remain united as they work toward achieving their goals. He also urged the people of Abia State to stay vigilant and ensure that individuals who have previously raped the state are…

.. A fire outbreak at the Okokomaiko Police Station in Lagos State on Tuesday razed nine offices within the station, an oil tanker, and three bungalows. Police Station Razed In Lagos Fire Outbreak The fire also destroyed one lock-up shop, four containerized shops, a generator house of an unidentified hotel along with its kitchen,…

.. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has charged President Bola Tinubu not to taint the new year with an address that will not proffer immediate and concrete steps to address widespread hunger and provide clear-cut measures to guarantee security of lives and property in the country. The PDP predicated it position on previous addresses…

.. As the January 10, 2025, election for the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide approaches, the people of Egbema ethnic nationality in Rivers and Imo States have thrown their weight behind Dr. Mike Okiro, a former Inspector General of Police.  The endorsement was made at a media conference held at Okwuzi community, Egbema,…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has urged Nigerians to renew their hopes in 2025. In a New Year message, Abbas expressed optimism that improvements will be seen in 2025 and emphasised the importance of Nigerians remaining steadfast and supporting their leaders at all levels. He said that despite the existing challenges…

.. The external Governing Council Members of the University of Abuja, UniAbuja, on Tuesday, boycotted a meeting with the Chairman of the council, Air Vice Marshal Saddiq Ismaila Kaita (retd), as the crisis over the appointment of a substantive vice-chancellor of the school deepens. Katia had called for the council meeting late Monday to…

.. The United Nations (UN) on Tuesday said Israel’s airstrikes on and near hospitals in Gaza have left the territory’s healthcare system on the verge of total collapse. In a report issued by its human rights office, the UN raised serious concerns about Israel’s continued attacks on the Gaza Strip and its devastating effects…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has appointed Chief Daniel Osikheme Orbih, the current South-South Zonal Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, as chairman, Governing Council of Ambrose Alli University, AAU. DAILY POST reports that Orbih’s appointment as the chairman of the Governing Council of the state-owned university was contained in a statement made available…

.. … Says Template Compulsory Requirement For Licence Issuance In 2025 The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has released the Upstream Petroleum Decarbonisation Template (UPDT) which will become a requirement for issuing licenses and permits effective January 2025. The move is targeted at ensuring compliance with Nigeria’s broader climate objectives, including its commitment to…

.. The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) ended 2024 on a historic high, with its All-Share Index (ASI) delivering a remarkable year-to-date (YTD) return of 37.65 per cent. This significant growth underscores the resilience and potential of Nigeria’s equities market, even as the country grappled with economic challenges such as soaring inflation, currency depreciation, and…