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The Presidency has described the Nigeria-United States security joint collaboration as key to end terrorism and banditry in the country. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, made this statement on Tuesday during an X Space discussion. Dare said intelligence sharing, security collaboration and joint counter-terrorism operations between both countries remain critical to dismantling insurgent groups and criminal networks operating within the region. According to him, the administration of President Bola Tinubu remains focused on restoring peace across the country, protecting lives and property, and safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity against internal and external threats. He noted that the growing…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, candidate in the last FCT council election, Dr. Paul Moses Ogidi, has called for the immediate suspension of the proposed judgment in Petition No. FCT/ACET/EP/01/2026, citing what he described as unresolved jurisdictional issues surrounding the composition of the Area Council Election Petition Tribunal. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ogidi said the tribunal was allegedly constituted in violation of Section 135(3) of the Electoral Act, 2026, which, according to him, requires the inclusion of a High Court judge in the tribunal’s composition. The petitioner argued that the alleged defect raises fundamental questions about the tribunal’s competence…

As part of preparations for the state’s planned mass wedding, the Kano State Hisbah Board has announced that nearly 720 prospective couples have so far undergone medical screening across 24 local government areas. The figure forms part of the 3,000 prospective couples the state intends to marry soon in a state-sponsored mass wedding for the less privileged. DAILY POST recalls that the Hisbah Board, in collaboration with the State Ministry of Health, has been mandated to conduct mandatory tests for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B, genotype compatibility, drug use, pregnancy, and other sexually transmitted infections to ensure healthy unions. The Deputy Commander-General…

Former Sunshine Stars player, Kehinde Abiodun had been appointed the club’s scout, DAILY POST reports. The Owena Waves confirmed Abiodun’s appointment in a statement made available to DAILY POST. Abiodun is expected to bring his keen eye for talent and vast football knowledge to help discover and nurture the next generation of players.  His appointment is with immediate effect as they get set for the new campaign. Sunshine Stars missed out on promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, last season. They finished in fifth position with 25 points from 16 matches in the NNL Conference A.

It is high time a woman took charge of the United Nations, argued three of the candidates in the running to take over as secretary-general, at a debate on Tuesday. Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica and Maria Fernanda Espinosa of Ecuador are all standing to succeed Antonio Guterres, who is stepping down at the end of the year after two five-year terms. The trio touted their diplomatic credentials during a debate organised by independent organisations in Geneva, the city home to the UN’s European headquarters. “I think, of course, a woman – it’s about time, isn’t…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has confirmed the tragic demise of a commercial bus driver, following a fatal multiple-vehicle collision that occurred earlier today, at Cele Expressway inward Oshodi. The Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment of LASTMA, Mr Taofiq Adebayo, said this in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Lagos. Adebayo said the unfortunate accident involved a commercial mini bus “Korope” and a Toyota Tundra pickup truck with registration number (EPE 554 YC). “Preliminary investigations conducted by security personnel at the scene revealed that the driver of the commercial mini bus sustained grievous injuries and died instantly,…

The head of the White House Task Force for the World Cup on Tuesday defended the decision not to grant visas to a Somali referee and some support staff for the Iranian team. “To this point, we’ve had 35 teams that have come into the United States,” Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the task force, said at an event hosted by the Atlantic Council in Washington. “No players, no coaches have been denied,” Giuliani said. “There have been some officials who have been denied, and for good reason.” “We’re striking that balance between making sure that any bad actors…

Later this year, you will be able to get bundled subscriptions for iPhone apps, as Apple announced it’s expanding App Store bundles so they can include offers from different companies. It’s similar to streaming video bundles that have combined offers for Apple TV and Peacock, but it also could put together subscriptions for completely different services, like Instagram Plus and Tinder Platinum.Another option on the way is Suites, “a set of subscriptions that aren’t available standalone, which people can purchase as a single subscription.”TechCrunch and 9to5Mac report the new additions were announced during WWDC, along with other App Store changes,…

Solana Institute CEO Kristin Smith is urging the US Senate to pass the CLARITY crypto market structure bill with developer protections intact, arguing that open-source developers and blockchain infrastructure providers should not be regulated as financial intermediaries.In a thread on the X social media platform, Smith said the market structure legislation “has a real shot at passing the Senate,” making it critical for lawmakers to preserve protections for software developers.Source: Kristin Smith on X.comSmith said more than 60 crypto CEOs and founders, including Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko, signed an open letter urging the Senate to maintain robust developer protections in…

Katie Holmes was “paranoid” about having an accidental wardrobe malfunction on the red carpet. Holmes, 47, asked photographers if her nude top was sheer while getting her picture taken at the Chanel Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner in New York City on Monday, June 8. “Wait, can I ask you a question?” the actress sweetly said in a video, shared via X, while walking up to the paparazzi. “Sure,” the photographer replied. “You can’t see anything you shouldn’t see, right?” she politely questioned, to which the photographer answered, “No.” lol she’s so cute! She’s looking so good! You show Josh what…