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The Police Command in Rivers State said it has uncovered an illegal security outfit, and apprehended five suspects in the process Blessing Agabe, the police spokesperson in Rivers, told journalists in Port Harcourt that the suspects were operating with the name, Civilian Joint Taskforce. Ms Agabe, an assistant superintendent of police, said that the operation was conducted on Wednesday by operatives of the State Intelligence Department in Saakpenwa, Tai Local Government Area of Rivers. She stated that during the raid, three locally fabricated pump-action rifles were recovered from the illegal security group. “Preliminary investigation has revealed that the group is…
Air Peace has announced a temporary disruption to its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service after a routine technical check detected what the airline described as a minor aircraft fault. In a statement issued on Saturday, the airline said the issue was identified after passengers had already boarded the aircraft for the international flight. According to the airline, the aircraft was immediately withdrawn from service in line with safety procedures, while passengers were safely disembarked. “Following the completion of passenger boarding, a routine post-boarding technical check identified a minor aircraft fault that required immediate attention,” the airline said. Air Peace said the…
The Renewed Hope Agenda has been a significant attempt to transition Nigeria from an “arbitrage economy” to a productive one. While the macroeconomic indicators and infrastructure projects represent significant high points, the ultimate success of the agenda depends on whether these structural foundations ultimately translate into improved household welfare and sustained per-capita growth over the coming years. This is the next stage of the task ahead. When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came into office in May 2023, his policy blueprint framed as the “Renewed Hope Agenda”— an audacious attempt to reset Nigeria’s economy, restore investor confidence, and tackle long-standing structural problems…
The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season is hurtling toward one of the most dramatic conclusions in recent history, with only two matchdays remaining and three clubs still mathematically capable of lifting the title. At the summit, Rangers International hold a slender advantage with 62 points from 36 matches. Breathing directly behind them are Rivers United on 61 points, while new boys Ikorodu City remain unlikely but dangerous outsiders on 58 points after a campaign that has shattered expectations. With history, pride, and continental places all hanging in the balance, the NPFL is now heading toward a finish loaded with…
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, met with United States Vice President J.D. Vance and the Secretary of State, Marco Rubio in Washington. The meeting was held at the residence of Vance. According to a statement by Secure Nigeria, a social media platform focused on security issues, the discussions centered on strengthening cooperation between both countries in the fight against terrorism in West Africa, including threats by Boko Haram and ISIS amid ongoing attacks. “This week, Nigeria’s National Security Advisor, Nuhu Ribadu (@NuhuRibadu), met with Vice President J.D. Vance (@JDVance) and Secretary of State Marco Rubio (@SecRubio), reinforcing a…
Peter Obi and Senator Seriake Dickson are currently attending the National Convention of the Nigeria Democratic Convention, NDC, in Abuja. DAILY POST had earlier reported that the convention, which is expected to host delegates from across the country, is taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Los Angeles Event Centre, Ahmadu Bello Way, FCT, Abuja. The convention is coming shortly after a strategic meeting held at the residence of former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, which was attended by Peter Obi and Dickson. There are expectations that Obi and Kwankwaso would fly the flag of the NDC in the…
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a coordinated attack by suspected ISWAP fighters on the Headquarters of 27 Brigade and the Buni Gari checkpoint in Yobe State, killing scores of terrorists and recovering arms and ammunition. The attack occurred in the early hours of Thursday in Buni Gari, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt. Col. Sani Uba. According to the statement, the terrorists launched the assault from multiple directions under the cover of darkness, but troops resisted the…
Former England and Barcelona striker, Gary Lineker, has named the team to win the UEFA Champions League between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain Arsenal and PSG recently booked their places in the Champions League final after eliminating Atletico Madrid and Bayern from the competition in the semi-final stage. Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Lineker backed the Gunners to defeat the French Ligue 1 champions in the final, adding that Mikel Arteta’s side are tough nut to crack. “I think the Champions League final will be a fascinating game. PSG have to be the favourites. They have won it already,…
Bayelsa State and Spainish football giant, Barcelona, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a football academy in the state. The Commissioner for Sports, Dr Daniel Igali, signed on behalf of the state government, while Mr Bernat Villa Garris signed on behalf of Barcelona during the grand finale of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament tagged Prosperity Cup 2026 at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa on Friday. Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Mr Amaju Pinnick, and the federation’s Secretary General, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, witnessed the ceremony. In the male final, Okoroma United of Nembe Local Government…
Iran’s football federation said on Saturday that the men’s national team will take part in the 2026 World Cup this summer, but demanded that joint hosts the United States, Mexico and Canada agree to its conditions amid the Middle East war. The call comes after Canada refused entry to the federation’s chief last month before the FIFA Congress because of his links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the ideological arm of Iran’s military, which it designated as a terror group in 2024. Iran’s presence at the tournament, which will take place between June 11 and July 19, has…
