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 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said the federal control of security agencies had left him incapacitated in the recent kidnap attack and other security challenges in the state. Makinde made this known on Saturday while accepting the presidential nomination of the African Peoples Movement, APM, in Ibadan, the state capital. The governor lamented the persistent captivity of innocent schoolchildren and other citizens kidnapped by criminal elements in the state. He described the situation as a painful reminder of the limitations faced by state governors in addressing security challenges. “Today, innocent schoolchildren and citizens abducted by criminals remain in captivity in…

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has outlined ways to tackle unemployment, underemployment and corruption in the country. Speaking on Saturday shortly after his emergence as the the NDC presidential candidate ahead of the next year’s general elections, Obi harped on support for the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, as a criterion. According to him: “Our large pool of talented youth remains largely unemployed. “The current official unemployment rate of 4% grossly misrepresents the true situation; actual underemployment and unemployment in Nigeria exceeds 30%, with youth unemployment sitting at over 40% – among the…

Real Madrid star, Kylian Mbappe, is the top scorer in the Champions League this season. This follows the conclusion of the competition on Saturday night, where Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal via penalty shoot-out following a 1-1 draw to win the trophy. Mbappe scored 15 goals in the Champions League, and he is one goal ahead of second-place Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane. Champions League top scorers after PSG defeated Arsenal in the final in Budapest: Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid) – 15 goals Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – 14 goals Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid) – 10 goals Anthony Gordon (Newcastle) – 10…

Forty-year-old Radio Nigeria journalist in Kaduna State, James Ogbu, speaks with DANIEL AYANTOYE about how suspected bandits attacked him near his residence, and how his dogs rescued him You were recently attacked by some bandits. How did it happen? I closed from work on Wednesday (May 13, 2026). As you know, I am a broadcast journalist with Radio Nigeria. So, I left for Good Times, where I normally pick up my dog food. I wanted to take a motorcycle, but I noticed how the rider was all over me and appeared too nice. So, I declined and moved forward to…

On this page in the past, we have looked at the problem of difficulties with feeding of various types affecting several age brackets. We also discussed the fact that some of these problems underscore an occult mental health status. This week, we beam our searchlight on the adolescent female and discuss how to approach a wide-scale issue that gives many parents sleepless nights, anxiety and worry. In some cases, parents have taken their children from one hospital to another in search of an enduring solution. In other instances, we have seen young girls transition from the overweight growing child who…

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) for the 2027 general elections. Accepting the nomination at the APM presidential primary, held in Ibadan, Mr Makinde pledged to work to reform national security architecture so that states were no longer left helpless in moments of crisis. He said that his administration would prioritise the decentralisation of security management to enable respective states have control of security architecture. “The safety and security of Nigerians will never be treated as a political slogan. Under my leadership, it will be a sacred national…

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a statement to the public concerning allegations of xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa. This comes amid concerns over potential retaliatory actions against South African citizens, businesses, and interests in Nigeria. A statement signed by DCP Anthony Okon Placid said that following the Joint Intelligence Board meeting held on 18 May 2026, which was presided over by the National Security Adviser, security and intelligence agencies undertook a thorough evaluation to understand the security implications and identify appropriate response strategies. The Nigeria Police Force reassured Nigerians that there is no cause for alarm. “The…

Prominent chieftains and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have presented Senator Sharafadeen Alli as the gubernatorial candidate of the party to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. DAILY POST reports that the APC chieftains presented Alli to Tinubu on Saturday evening. Our correspondent reports that Alli currently represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly. It was learnt that the gubernatorial primary election of the party was held a few days ago. Our correspondent gathered that the APC chieftains presented Alli as the party’s candidate to Tinubu on Saturday. The APC delegation from Oyo State was led by the…

Paris Saint-Germain manager, Luis Enrique, has hailed Arsenal’s display in the UEFA Champions League final. The Ligue 1 giants needed penalties to see off the Gunners after the game ended 1-1. Ousmane Dembele’s penalty cancelled out Kai Havertz’s early opener. Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes missed their kicks for Arsenal, as PSG retained their trophy. Enrique said: “This is the best moment of the season. We are still champions, two in a row, it’s amazing. “We deserved that. Our supporters, during the whole season, we deserve to be in the final. “It was very tough and difficult. Congratulations to Arsenal,…