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Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 on Tuesday night in a dramatic UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, setting a new record for the highest-scoring match at this stage of the competition. Bayern took the lead in the 17th minute after Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot. But PSG responded quickly, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia equalising before Joao Neves headed them in front. The German side fought back, with Michael Olise making it 2-2 before halftime. However, PSG regained the lead in added time when Ousmane Dembele scored from the penalty spot after a handball by Alphonso Davies. PSG came…

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Assistant Superintendent of Police, Ejeh Alfred, in Abuja. The visit, which took place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, followed the tragic death of the officer, who served as a driver with the Nigeria Police Airwing. ASP Ejeh lost his life in the line of duty during an operational mission on April 17, 2026. During the visit, the IGP extended his condolences to the widow, Mrs. Mercy Ejeh, her children, and other members of the family. He described the late officer as…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has rejoiced over the exit of a two-term member of the House of Representatives, Leke Abejide. Abejide announced his resignation from the ADC on Friday. The lawmaker, who made the announcement during a press conference on Friday, also declared his intention to join what he described as a “mainstream political party” ahead of the 2027 general elections. “I am moving to the mainstream political party,” he stated, adding that the move represents “a homecoming.” DAILY POST reports that Abejide and a few others were recently expelled from ADC during the party’s national convention. Reacting, ADC’s…

Security forces have arrested three suspected bandits and recovered weapons and ammunition during an operation in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The development was contained in a post shared on X on Friday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the suspects were arrested around 10:00 a.m. on April 29 along the Tangaza-Gidan Madi road following intelligence reports about a planned attack in the area. “The suspects were identified as Aliyu Bello, 30; Dahiru Umar, 25; and Bashar Isah, 29, all said to be from Kwazari village in Kware Local Government Area,” he added. They were…

Famous Afrobeat stars, Tiwa Savage and Seyi Shay, have finally put an end to their five years feud. This is coming six months after Syi Shay, during an interview, announced her readiness to make peace with Tiwa. DAILY POST recalls that the duo made their fight public in 2021 after engaging in a heated confrontation at a Lagos salon. According to Tiwa Savage, the fightbetween her and Seyi Shay stemmed from a diss track, and allegations made against her that she had tried to block opportunities for other female artistes. However in a now trending video that surfaced online on…

The Niger State government has announced a N2 million bonus for Niger Tornadoes ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 36 encounter against Kwara United. The state Sports Commission Chairman, Danjuma Abdul Masu made the announcement on Thursday in Minna. Niger Tornadoes will lock horns with Kwara United at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna on Sunday. AbdulMasu pledged that the players will earn N100,000 per goal or assist, the technical crew will get N500,000, while support staff will receive N100,000. He stated that the incentive is aimed at boosting the players’ morale to go for victory in the…

The Osun State Government has dismissed claims that public primary and secondary schools in the state are collapsing or facing shutdown due to shortage of teachers and basic facilities, insisting that no school will be closed under Governor Ademola Adeleke. The Chairman of the Osun State Teaching Service Commission, Temitope Mustapha, made the clarification on Friday in Osogbo during a one-day workshop for members of the state’s Timetable Committee. Mustapha said education remains a priority of the present administration, stressing that both urban and rural schools are being strengthened rather than neglected. He said claims that rural schools are shutting…

A fire outbreak on Wednesday night gutted a vehicle at E-Phoenix Hotel, located at Tanke Junction in Ilorin South Local Government Area of Kwara State. PUNCH Metro gathered from the Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle, that the prompt intervention of firefighters contained the blaze.  He said, “On Wednesday, 29th April 2026, at 23:38hrs, the Kwara State Fire Service responded to a fire outbreak at E-Phoenix Hotel, Tanke Junction, Ilorin South Local Government Area, Kwara State.”  The incident involved a Honda Accord vehicle with registration number DTH 753 AA. The fire primarily affected the engine…

While love may seem like a sufficient foundation for many couples, particularly among the Baby Boomers and Generation X, who often view it as the basis for lifelong marriage, even through challenges, the current economic climate is drawing attention to something more fundamental: the underlying beliefs and behaviours each partner holds about money. Having meaningful conversations about finances during courtship can significantly influence how intending couples experience and manage financial stress in marriage. Love alone is not enough to downplay financial discussions in your marriage. Money talks safeguards your relationship Today’s economy makes it more crucial to discuss money as…

The Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria has endorsed Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, for the state’s governorship seat ahead of the 2027 election. Members of the association announced their support for Hamzat on Thursday during a meeting held at Mayfair Hall in Alausa, Lagos. Speaking at the event, the National President of the association, Olugbenga Adebola, said the endorsement aligned with the position of their Grand Patron, Bola Tinubu, whom he noted had consistently backed experienced and capable leadership for Lagos State. Adebola described Hamzat as a seasoned technocrat and administrator with a proven track record in governance…