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Ondo State Football Association, ODSFA, Chairman, Divine Ogbonnaya, has praised Sunshine Queens for their resilience and professionalism in the President Federation Cup victory over Confluence Queens. The Akure-based side defeated Confluence Queens 1-0 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Ogbonnaya described the qualification as a result of the team’s unwavering commitment to excellence. He said the players showed the right mentality to overcome a tough opponent. “The girls showed tremendous character and tactical maturity against a very strong opposition,” Ogbonnaya told the club’s media after the game. “Their determination and discipline throughout the game were commendable, and they…

Newly appointed Head of the 4th Administration of the Directorate of State, DOS, of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Chris Nwaogu, has declared that, henceforth, unity is non-negotiable in the organization. Nwaogu made the declaration in his acceptance speech, following his appointment as Head of the 4th Administration of the IPOB DOS on Wednesday. DAILY POST reports that IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, on Wednesday dissolved the 3rd administration of the DOS, headed by Chika Edoziem. The Directorate of State was established by Kanu in 2012 as the administrative arm of IPOB. Since its inception, the directorate has been by Dr. Justin…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday hailed Tunga Madaki community in Abuja following the construction of an access road. Wike said the community never demanded for one billion naira or what he termed payment of “tithes to the Emirs and Chiefs” before allowing the construction of the road. He spoke during the commissioning of the newly constructed Airport Road (Bill Clinton Drive) To Tunga Madaki Community as part of projects to mark President Bola Tinubu’s third year in office. However, Wike said Tunga Madaki should be an example to other communities across the capital…

Following the ongoing strike by resident doctors at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Lagos State branch, has warned that, if an urgent response is not provided, it could escalate into a wider healthcare disruption. DAILY POST recalls that the resident doctors had embarked on a three-day warning strike over the failure of the government and relevant authorities to address long-standing welfare issues affecting medical personnel in the hospital. Reacting on Thursday in a statement by the NMA Lagos chairman, Dr Ewonowo Sunday, the association said, “We view this development with deep concern. Regrettably, this…

Details of Real Madrid’s deal for Ibrahima Konate have been revealed. Konate officially joined the Los Blancos from Liverpool on Thursday. Real Madrid announced in a statement that the defender has reached an agreement to join the Spanish LaLiga giants. Konate will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu for the next four seasons, until  June 30, 2030. This is coming after Real Madrid signed Marc Cucurella from Chelsea. Real Madrid are eager to bolster their new manager, Jose Mourinho’s squad ahead of next season.

South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos, has referenced Argentine legend Lionel Messi to illustrate his belief that the FIFA World Cup has been unjust towards his players. South African star Themba Zwane received a three-match suspension following a red card in their opening match against Mexico. Broos addressed the media prior to his team’s second group match at the FIFA World Cup against Czechia. He said that he views the red card given to Zwane as excessive, especially considering that Argentina’s captain committed a hazardous foul that was not even subjected to VAR review. “I believe the red card is too…

A human rights organisation, the International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT Global), has called on the Plateau State Government to withdraw any directive that suggests shooting pastoralists found trespassing on farmlands. The group made the call in a statement issued after reacting to recent developments and a court judgment involving Jos North Local Government Area.  The statement was signed by Amb. Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, Country Director (Nigeria) of IHRC-RFT Global. IHRC-RFT Global, which has Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC), said it welcomed the state government’s commitment to the rule…

The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Olohundare Jimoh, on Wednesday, carried out an on-the-spot security inspection at Pan-Atlantic University in Lekki following the circulation of a viral video showing two masked individuals emerging from a forested area near the institution. The visit, which was conducted alongside operational officers of the Lagos State Police Command, formed part of efforts to assess the security situation around the university and reassure students, staff and parents of ongoing safety measures. During the inspection, the police commissioner met with the management of the institution and emphasised the need to strengthen security arrangements within and around…

The 52nd G7 Summit in France concluded on Wednesday with leaders issuing a shared position on geopolitical issues in Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific. The Heads of State reiterated their unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and solidarity with the Ukrainian population. Commending Ukraine for its progress on the battlefield in recent months, the G7 agreed to increase the delivery of air defence capacities, additional systems and interceptors, and long-range capabilities The alliance promised to boost Ukraine’s energy resilience, extend licenses to allow for an increase in its military production, and intensify the pressure on the Russian war economy. On the Middle East situation,…

Commercial tricycle operators, on Wednesday, marched to the head office of the Delta State Board of Internal Revenue, DBIR, in protest of alleged Police harassment, extortion and illegal arrest. In defiance, the protesters blocked one lane of the major highway to the airport, chanting solidarity songs.  The protesters bore placards demanding answers over their plight, “License Office, tell us why our plate numbers are not registered in your system. Police are harassing us”, “Government provide us with jobs please. Police leave Keke riders alone” and “License Office, what happened to our plate numbers,” amongst others.  The protesters alleged that the police in Warri…