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Former presidential aspirant of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA), Mrs. Abisayo Busari-Akinnadeju, has confirmed receiving a refund of ₦10.8 million from the party following her withdrawal from the 2027 presidential race. Busari-Akinnadeju disclosed this in a statement on Friday, noting that while the party had returned the bulk of the nomination fee she paid in April 2026, an outstanding balance of ₦1.2 million was yet to be refunded. According to her, the refund followed her resignation from the DLA on May 28 after disagreements over the party’s candidate selection process. “I acknowledge receipt of ₦10.8 million out of the presidential…

Abia State State Police Command has nabbed a man identified as Stephen Njoku for allegedly defiling an 8-year-old child in Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. Njoku, who is about 50 years of age, was nabbed by the Ebem community youths and taken to the Police before being moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Umuahia, for a thorough investigation. The victim of the defilement was also taken to the hospital for immediate medical attention. The incident sparked a wild protest by about 200 women of Ebem, who went round the community demanding justice for the…

Abia Warriors FC Chairman, John Obuh, has outlined the club’s ambition for the future, DAILY POST reports. Obuh said their aim is to build a world-class club that competes at the highest level. He added that the club’s vision is centred on excellence and talent development. “Our Vision. Our Pride. The Future of Nigerian Football,” Obuh stated in a message released after the 2025/26 NPFL season. “We are committed to excellence on and off the pitch through discipline, integrity, innovation, and a strong winning culture. “To compete, develop, and inspire through football excellence.” DAILY POST recalls that Abia Warriors played…

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday, called for more patience over the ongoing efforts to rescue teachers and pupils abducted in Yawota and Ahoro-Esinele communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state, noting that all hands have been on deck towards bringing the abductees back safely. The governor stated this while receiving a delegation of the Nigerian Air Force led by the Air Officer Commanding, Logistics Command, Abubakar Suleh, which paid him a courtesy visit at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi in Ibadan. Makinde, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on media, Sulaimon Olarenwaju in…

The Oyo State Police Command, on Friday, announced that it had commenced a statewide enforcement operation targeting unmarked vehicular objects, fake and obscured number plates, as well as unauthorised covering of vehicle plates. The command made this announcement in a statement released by its spokesperson, Olayinka Ayanlade in Ibadan, the state capital. This enforcement action, according to the Police, which commenced on Thursday, was aimed at ensuring strict compliance with lawful vehicle identification standards and enhancing overall public safety and security architecture within the State. The statement said, “In furtherance of its unwavering commitment to ensuring a safer and more…

AC Milan forward Rafael Leão has suggested his future could lie away from Serie A, with the forward admitting he is interested in testing himself in either the Premier League or La Liga. Speaking to SportTV on Friday, the Portugal international revealed his desire for a new challenge outside Italy and expressed admiration for two of Europe’s biggest leagues. “I want a new challenge out of Serie A. I follow the Premier League with great attention,” Leão said. He also indicated that a move to Spain would appeal to him, believing his qualities would be well suited to either competition.…

Crypto exchange Kraken is giving customers access to the upcoming SpaceX initial public offering through xStocks, a tokenized equities platform, highlighting the growing convergence between crypto infrastructure and traditional capital markets.Kraken announced Friday that SpaceX will be the first public offering available through xStocks IPO Access, which allows eligible users to participate in the offering through tokenized equity instruments.To participate, users must have a verified Kraken account on the Kraken mobile app and submit an application for IPO access. The offering is not available through Kraken Pro or the company’s desktop platform.According to Kraken, IPO Access is available across the…

Actor James Handy died at age 81 after being stabbed by his girlfriend’s son. “On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, around 9:30 a.m., West Valley area patrol officers responded to a radio call of unknown trouble in the 19200 block of Erwin Street,” Los Angeles police confirmed in a June 2026 statement. “The 911 caller stated, ‘I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.’” Handy was “transported to a local hospital” where he was pronounced dead, the police shared. Authorities launched an investigation into the fatal incident. Michael Gledhill, the son of Handy’s girlfriend, reportedly “flagged…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has called on schools across Nigeria to strengthen security measures following the recent abduction of pupils in Oyo and Borno states, saying that “no child should have to learn in fear.” In an advisory released on Friday, the DHQ described the Oyo incident as a “call to take better actions to enhance school security.” It then listed six steps “we can take together to help ensure school security.” The advisory emphasised the need for schools to enhance both physical and digital surveillance systems by constructing adequate perimeter fences, installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and other monitoring…

Asisat Oshoala and Toni Payne were on target as Nigeria’s Super Falcons stepped up their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 2-1 victory over Senegal’s Teranga Lionesses in an international friendly played on Friday in Ikenne-Remo. The ten-time African champions produced a disciplined performance, taking control early and maintaining their dominance for long periods before holding off a late Senegalese fightback. Oshoala opened the scoring in the 32nd minute after Nigeria was awarded a penalty. The experienced forward calmly converted from the spot, marking a successful return to the national team after her last…