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The Berom Youths Moulder-Association, BYM, has condemned the recent coordinated attacks on Jol community in Riyom LGA and Gero in Gyel District of Jos South LGA, Plateau State. DAILY POST gathered that the attacks, which occurred on January 6, 2026, resulted in the deaths of several individuals, including Mr. Pius Luka Dida, Markus Danladi, Peter, and Acham Ayuba. BYM leader, Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri, described the attacks as a “grim reminder of the sustained and systematic terror being unleashed on indigenous communities of Plateau State”. The association in a press statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary,Rwang Tengwong, accused the Miyetti…

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed has reaffirmed his commitment to the Labour Party (LP), insisting he remains loyal to the platform that produced him as the vice-presidential candidate in the 2023 polls. Baba-Ahmed, 56, was the running mate of Peter Obi in the last presidential election, which the LP candidate lost to Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Following the election, Obi exited the Labour Party about two years later and aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a party now serving as the base for a coalition seeking to challenge the ruling APC.…

A suspected kidnapper have died after a gun battle with operatives of the Delta State Police Command. The unnamed suspect died in the hospital where he was rushed to for medical treatment, according to a statement by spokesperson of the Command, SP Bright Edafe. The incident occurred on January 6, 2026. The statement said, “Sequel to intelligence received by operatives of CP Special Assignment Team, the team on 6th January 2026 stormed Ohoror community along Ughelli-Patani Road, where some suspected kidnappers were sighted. “The suspects upon sighting the police opened fire, and in the ensuing gun duel one of them…

Popular Nollywood actor, Yomi Gold, has been hospitalised in Morocco after a sudden health scare. Yomi, who was left unconscious after a sudden severe headache, is currently receiving urgent medical attention in Marrakech. The development was made public in a now viral post shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday evening. However, updating the public about the state of his health, he appreciates the emergency team in Marrakech for their swift response. Sharing a video of him on a hospital bed, he wrote “Today reminded me how fragile our breath is and how quickly everything can change.” “Life truly lives…

Ademola Lookman joined the elite club of Nigerian top scorers at the Africa Cup of Nations after netting in Super Eagles’ win over Mozambique on Monday. Lookman has now scored six goals for Super Eagles at the AFCON finals. The Atalanta star netted three times at the previous AFCON in Cote d’Ivoire. The 28-year-old has also registered three goals for the Super Eagles in Morocco. Lookman is levelled on the same goals with former forwards Segun Odegbami and Julius Aghahowa. Rashidi Yekini is currently Nigeria’s all-time top scorer at the AFCON with 13 goals,while Austine Okocha is second with seven…

The Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Abuja District, Ben Enamudu, has dismissed claims that bank balances are taxed under Nigeria’s new tax regime, saying only certain electronic transfers attract a ₦50 stamp duty and that the reforms are designed to shield low-income earners. Speaking in an interview with ARISE News on Tuesday, Enamudu said misinformation about the reforms—particularly around bank transfers and income thresholds—has caused undue concern among Nigerians. “The narrative out there, which is the wrong narrative, is that the money in your bank account will be taxed. There is no provision for that in…

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have reportedly attacked the National Park Service Office in Oloka, in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The PUNCH investigation revealed that the attack occurred at about 9p.m. on Tuesday. Unconfirmed reports added that about five NPS personnel were killed during the attack. When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the incident to our correspondent. He said, “Yes, there was an attack by yet to be identified men against the men of the National Park. The Commissioner of Police and other service chiefs are currently on their way to…

The Peoples Democratic Party (South-South Chairman), Emmanuel Ogidi, has announced that the party will hold high-level meetings with former presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Speaking on Wednesday’s edition of the morning brief on  Channels Television, Ogidi emphasised that these consultations are key to restoring the party’s national influence. “So we’re doing the rounds. We have already seen a former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, and a former President, IBB. “So, it’s all about seeing those who are important in Nigeria to tell them that we are alive and we’re moving. I know you’re going to ask me about…

Aptech Computer Education Nigeria has launched a new all-in-one artificial intelligence career programme aimed at equipping Nigerian learners with job-ready technology skills, structured internship opportunities and clear pathways to international degrees. The programme, known as ADSE AI, combines AI-powered training, hands-on projects and mentorship with opportunities for eligible students to gain industry exposure through a structured, paid internship scheme. It also offers defined academic progression routes to overseas degree programmes, positioning the initiative as a full classroom-to-career pathway. According to a statement on Tuesday, the programme embeds AI across the learning journey, enabling students to learn, apply and demonstrate skills…

Nigeria’s mobile phone brand, TECNO, has reinforced its commitment to grassroots football and youth development with the completion of a new 5-a-side football pitch at the Alade Sports Complex in Command, Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State. According to a statement from TECNO on Monday, the facility, officially opened on 24 December 2025, is the latest in a series of initiatives by the company aimed at supporting underserved communities and fostering local football talent. The pitch was developed in partnership with Prince Babatunde Alade, Proprietor of the Alade Sports Complex, who has independently managed the facility for nearly 25 years,…