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Infinix is ready to make waves with the much-anticipated launch of its latest HOT Series lineup. On Monday, July 14th, 2025, the brand will host a virtual live launch event to reveal the HOT 60 Series, an ultra slim, stylish, and performance-driven smartphone range built for today’s digital natives. The event, streaming live on Instagram (@infinixnigeria) and TikTok (@infinixng) from 11:30 AM, will feature an exclusive first look at the HOT 60i, HOT 60 Pro, and the headline-maker, the ultra slim HOT 60 Pro+. These devices are expected to set new standards in the mid-range smartphone market. Joining the live…

Paris Saint-Germain manager, Luis Enrique has defended his Real Madrid counterpart Xabi Alonso after both sides’ Club World Cup semi-final tie on Wednesday. Erinque’s side defeated Real Madrid 4-0 to qualify for the final where they will face Chelsea on Sunday. When asked about Alonso’s tactics against PSG, Erinque insisted that the former Bayer Leverkusen manager doesn’t need to prove anything. According to him, Alonso’s project at Rea Madrid just started, adding that he needs a pre-season. “Xabi Alonso does not need to prove anything. He needs a pre-season,” Erinque said (via Madrid Zone). “His project just started. I have…

The Ogun State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun, has dismissed six female recruits out of 125 from its training camp for being pregnant before joining the agency. This move according to the State Corps Commander, Brig Gen Alade Adedigba(rtd), is aimed at prioritizing well-being and safeguarding the health of its recruits and maintaining a high standard of professionalism and discipline among its ranks. DAILY POST gathered that the recruits were discovered after a routine pregnancy test conducted on about 125 female recruits in the camp. According to the State Corps Commander, the agency’s decision is also a proactive…

Former Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, on Thursday, said he would support a Southern presidency in 2027. Ortom said the South should be allowed to complete its eight-year term before handing over to the North. In a media interaction in Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, the Peoples Democratic Party chieftain distanced himself from the opposition coalition. There are indications that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may emerge as the opposition coalition-backed African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential flag bearer. This followed his recent comment where he hinted at running for the presidency. However, Ortom said: “Till today, I, Ortom, believe…

The stakeholders from oil regions of Imo and Abia States have demanded for full and effective implementation of the Petroleum Industrial Act, PIA, of 2021 by oil companies operating in the region for even development of the host communities. They also maintained that PIA, as a community based initiative if fully implemented will go a long way in discouraging militant activities which disrupts oil exploration and reduction of petroleum products. The stakeholders made the call during a town hall meeting organized by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, in conjunction with Host Communies Project Management and Adversory Consult for…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has announced the replacement of suspended senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as chairman of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations Akpabio, during plenary on Thursday, announced Senator Aniekan Bassey as the new chairman of the committee. As a result, Bassey replaces Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, whose leadership of the committee had been uncertain due to her suspension. Recall that in a minor reshuffle earlier in February, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was removed as chairperson of the Senate Committee on Local Content and reassigned to the Diaspora and NGOs Committee. Although no formal explanation was provided for her replacement, it is…

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has hailed the Supreme Court judgment which affirmed his election. Reacting to the verdict, the governor commended the judiciary for its courage and fidelity to justice. He also thanked the people of Edo State for their unflinching support, patience and faith in democracy. Okpebholo described the judgment as not merely a legal triumph but a solemn reaffirmation of the sacred mandate freely given to him and the All Progressives Congress, APC, by the people of the state. He also described it as a signal of the beginning of a fresh chapter rooted in unity, inclusiveness…

Human rights activist, Ukan Kurugh, has called on the Commissioner of Police in Benue State to caution officers against unnecessary shooting that may cause panic in the state. Ukan made the call in an open letter to the CP following a sporadic shooting by police officers in Ankpa Ward, Makurdi, the state capital on Wednesday. It was gathered that some Police officers, who accompanied the remains of a colleague to the cemetery in Ankpa Ward engaged in a sporadic shooting, causing panic among residents of the area. Ukan said residents, who heard the gunshots scampered for safety thinking that some…

The 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army has urged the public to avail it of information on security threats in their areas for prompt action and forestalling of any form of insecurity. The Commander, 2 Brigade, Nigeria Army, Brigadier General Alexander Tawasimi, made the call on Thursday while playing host to the Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Akwa Ibom State Council in a courtesy visit. Tawasimi, who is also the Commander, Sector 4, Joint Task Force, South South Operation Delta Safe, spoke, following issues of kidnapping in some local government areas of Akwa Ibom, especially in the oil…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has congratulated Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on his Supreme Court victory, saying the ruling is a clear call to serve the people of Edo even better. Wike made the statement on Thursday through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka. He described the Supreme Court judgment as a final confirmation of the mandate freely given to Governor Okpebholo by the people during last year’s governorship election. He urged the governor to remain focused and committed to delivering development and good governance across the state.…