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The Kano State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 12 students in connection with a deadly attack at Government Secondary School, Bichi, which led to the death of two students and left two others hospitalized. This is contained in a post shared on Wednesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama on X. The post stated that the incident happened at about 11:30 p.m. on Monday, July 14, when some senior students reportedly tricked four fellow students into a hostel and assaulted them. “The students who were attacked have been identified as 19-year-old Hamza Idris from SS3B, 18-year-old Umar Yusuf from…
A heavy flood in Jangari community, Garki Local Government Area of Jigawa State has destroyed at least 34 homes late Sunday night. Local councillor, Malam Dayyanu Magaji Jangar, confirmed the damage during a visit by Garki local government chairman, Alhaji Adamu Hudu Kore and a team of government officials who came to sympathize with the victims. He said the flood which leaves dozens of families trying to put their lives back together, followed hours of intense rainfall that overwhelmed the area. “While no lives were lost, many residents have been forced out of their homes, with personal belongings and household…
Former Arsenal captain, Granit Xhaka, could be set for a shock return to the Premier League this summer. Xhaka has been offered the chance to return to England by Sunderland. The 32-year-old was a popular figure at The Emirates before leaving for Bayer Leverkusen in 2023. During his time with Leverkusen, Xhaka won the Bundesliga title after an unbeaten campaign. It appears the Swizterland international is now set for another move. Saudi Pro League side, Neom SC, are also keen on Xhaka. But Sunderland are believed to have offered the player a three-year contract, according to Sky Sports Belgium. The…
Emeka Ugwuonye, the lawyer representing May Edochie in her marital dispute with Yul Edochie, has discontinued his service. In a statement released by the law firm Due Process Advocate (DPA) on Facebook, Ugwuonye cited relentless harassment from May’s fanbase, known as ‘May Nation,’ as the reason for his decision. He stated that the initial legal partnership, formed to seek justice for May in the aftermath of her marriage breakdown, ended due to tension and cyberbullying from her supporters. According to Ugwuonye, the toxic atmosphere fostered by some of her fans made it impossible to continue his representation. He mentioned that…
Manchester United have started formal negotiations with Aston Villa to sign their goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. According to Diego Monroig, talks are in the early stages and the Martinez’s entourage is open to the move. Martinez has been linked with a move to Man United as Andre Onana is currently injured. Man United are keen to strengthen their manager Ruben Amorim’s squad this summer after a poor campaign in the Premier League last season. Meanwhile, in a related development, Juventus has reached an agreement with Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho’s camp, according to Alfredo Pedulla. The Serie A giants are now…
Paris Saint-Germain president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, has blamed fatigue for their 3-0 defeat to Chelsea in the 2025 Club World Cup final on Sunday. The Ligue 1 champions failed to lift their fifth trophy of the season after losing to the Blues. But speaking with PSG’s official website, Al-Khelaifi insisted he is proud of the players. “Congratulations to Chelsea. They deserved their victory,” he said. “We wanted to win this Club World Cup, but it’s difficult. “The players gave their all. They were tired. We had a great season, the best in the club’s history. “We’re proud of the players and…
No fewer than 20 persons have been arrested by operatives of the Special Security Squad codenamed “Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists” in Edo State. DAILY POST reports that the team was set up by the State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. The suspects were arrested on Tuesday when the team raided Isiohor, Iguosa, Oluku, Ibiwe/Lagos Street, and other notorious hideouts for criminals. Many of the suspects were reported to have been arrested with drugs, dangerous weapons, and other incriminating materials. Speaking after the operation, John Adewale Eseikhaigbe, a member of the Edo State Special Security Squad Against Cultism and Kidnapping, commended…
Renowned Nollywood actress and producer, Mary Remmy Njoku, has raised concerns over the competence of medications in Nigeria following a recent experience with food poisoning on a film set. In a post shared on Instagram, the actress raised an alarm about potential fake drugs circulating in the country. Njoku recounted how she purchased Imodium, a medication used to treat diarrhea, from a prominent pharmacy chain in Nigeria. She explained that despite taking the medication for three days, her symptoms persisted. However, when her husband gave her the same medication purchased abroad, she experienced relief within minutes. The mother of three…
Movie producer and politician, Prince Tonye Princewill, has said that the recently formed political coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) lacks clear ideas and appears to be doing “business as usual.” Speaking in an interview on Arise TV, Princewill noted that while it is still early days for the coalition, he is a little disappointed with what he has seen so far. “When you look at the coalition, one of the problems I have personally is the absence of fresh blood. “Until we can encourage the younger generation to start taking active roles in our politics, I am…
The average daily crude production of Nigeria increased above the quota allocated to it by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries in June 2025, for the second time in 2025. This comes as Africa’s most populous country exceeded its OPEC quota of 1.5 million barrels per day in June, the first time it surpassed the quota this year was in January. According to the country’s regulator, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, Nigeria’s average daily crude production stood at 1,505,474 barrels, representing 100.4 percent of the OPEC quota. Meanwhile, NUPRC showed the country’s oil production, including crude and condensate,…