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President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has expressed sadness over the death of a renowned Philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata who died on Friday. This was contained in a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, on Sunday. Akpabio described the late Dantata as a man with a good heart who dedicated his life to helping the less privileged. “The late Aminu Dantata’s love for humanity was shown in his strong commitment to the plight of the poor and the needy. His philanthropic work remains unforgettable in the history of our nation,” Akpabio…
Udei community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State was thrown into panic on Sunday following an attempted attack by suspected herdsmen, which reportedly left three police officers feared dead. Eyewitnesses said the gunmen ambushed the officers during the attack and allegedly made away with their rifles. As of the time of filing this report, the Benue State Police Command and other relevant authorities have not issued any official statement regarding the attack. More to come…
Paris Saint-Germain sent Inter Miami packing from the 2025 Club World Cup with a 4-0 defeat on Sunday. The European champions came into the Round of 16 clash as huge favourites and lived up to the tag. PSG were a goal up as early as the 6th minute, after Joao Neves ghosted in at the back post to head in Vitinha’s free-kick. Neves was on the end of a well-worked team move to double the Ligue 1 champions’ lead against the MLS side. Tomas Aviles’ own goal made it 3-0, before Achraf Hakimi saw his rebound find its way into…
Ebonyi State Government has set up a 15-member committee to work towards the reactivation of Niger Cement (NIGERCEM), Nkalagu. Governor Francis Nwifuru announced this during a church service at the Government House Chapel, Abakiliki. The committee members are Mrs Catherine Ogbu, Professor Adline Idike, Idu Igariwey, Professor Ben Odoh, Sunday Eze and Senator Chris Nwankwo. Others are Senator Ken Eze, Senator Antony Ani, Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, Engr. Elias Mbam, Senator Sonni Ogbuoji , Barrister Roy Umahi, SAN, Senator Obinna Ogba, Senator Sylvanus Ngiji Ngele and Chief Ben Okah. He said, “The committee should liaise with the core investor and shareholders…
The acting Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Calabar, Dr. Theo Onyuku, has come under fire after a civil society group accused him of allegedly falsifying his age on three separate occasions to unlawfully prolong his stay in office. The hospital’s labour unions alongside a group, Concerned Citizen Right (CSR), made the allegation at a news conference in Calabar on Sunday. But the acting CMD has reacted, admitting knowledge of the allegations but saying he would not comment because the matter is being investigated. He stated that the campaign against him was championed by his antagonists, who…
Former Liverpool head coach, Jurgen Klopp has blasted the organizers of the recently reformed FIFA Club World Cup competition. The German labelled the competition as the worst idea ever implemented in the history of the sport. Earlier this year, FIFA revamped the tournament to include 32 teams. Speaking with German outlet Welt, Klopp said (via talkSPORT): “The Club World Cup is the worst idea ever implemented in football in this regard. “People who’ve never had anything to do with day-to-day business are coming up with ideas. “I understand those who say, but there are insane sums of money for participation.…
Kwara United have been rewarded with a cash prize of N50 million for winning the 2025 President Federation Cup, DAILY POST reports. The Harmony Boys will also play in the CAF Confederation Cup next season. Kwara United defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties in the final at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Saturday. The keenly contested encounter ended goalless in the regular time. Runners-up Abakaliki FC went home with N20 million for their effort. Kwara United’s Victor Okoye and Suraju Ayeleso won the player and goalkeeper of the tournament, respectively, while Mercelle Akinocho won the top scorer award. In…
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has immortalized 22 Kano athletes who lost their lives in a road accident while returning from the National Sports Festival in May 2025. Yusuf made the announcement during a ceremony held at the Government House in Kano. He said the Kano State Sports Institute will now be known as the ‘Kano State 22 Athletes Sports Institute’. In addition, the governor said that the Kano State Sports Commission will bear the name, ‘Kano State 22 Athletes Sports Commission’, in honour of the late sportsmen and women. “These young heroes made Kano proud. They should be…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Lalude has revealed that he and his colleagues were given N10,000 daily for feeding while campaigning for President Bola Tinubu in 2023. Lalude made this public while expressing regret and frustration over the hardship faced after Tinubu’s victory. Speaking in an interview that is trending on social media, the actor explained that he campaigned for Tinubu alongside his colleagues for a month and three weeks without payment. Expressing his grievances, Lalude disclosed that they were only paid N10,000 daily for feeding, and are yet to receive rewards for the campaign after two years of Tinubu in office.…
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has reacted to reports claiming he has stepped down from the position. The rumours, which circulated late Saturday across various social media platforms, alleged that Akume had been relieved of his duties and replaced by Hadiza Bala Usman. Reacting to the development in a statement issued by the the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Akume refuted the claim, branding it baseless and deceptive. According to a statement signed by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information & Public Relations, Akume is still the SGF and continues to…