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At least 958 insurgents and their family members have surrendered to Nigerian troops across the North-East in 2026. This was disclosed by the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Maj. Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar. He revealed this on Wednesday while speaking to journalists in Maiduguri, saying the figure adds to a growing trend of mass surrenders recorded in recent years. Abubakar said that since 2021, a total of 152,864 insurgents and their families have laid down their arms.He broke down the figure, explaining that 20,815 are active male fighters, 37,095 are women, and 64,114 are children. “The steady increase in surrender…

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, respectively. This comes 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu requested the Senate for their confirmation DAILY POST recalls that the request was contained in a letter addressed to the Senate and read on the floor during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The duo were screened by the Senate in line with constitutional provisions before their confirmation. Tegbe’s nomination was transmitted to the Senate for screening, following the resignation of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down…

Real Madrid defender, Antonio Rudiger, slapped younger teammate Alvaro Carreras during a dressing room row, the Daily Mail reports. It is claimed that both players had to be pulled apart during the incident at the training ground. Rudiger “lost his mind” following their 1-1 draw with Real Betis two weeks ago. In a statement, Carreras confirmed the clash and insisted the matter has been resolved. The 23-year-old said: “Regarding the incident with a teammate, it was an isolated matter without importance that has already been resolved. My relationship with the entire team is very good.” Rudiger is believed to have…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe on former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent defection. Speaking during a media parley on Wednesday, Wike said Obi is looking for a ‘food is ready’ political party. The minister said, “Obi was in APGA, he couldn’t build APGA. He went to Labour, he ran away again from Labour. All he’s looking for is food is ready political party.” DAILY POST recalls that Obi and Rabi’u Kwankwaso, former presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, on Sunday officially joined the NDC ahead…

Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie is aiming to win the golden glove in the Women Super League, WSL, DAILY POST reports. Nnadozie, who joined Brighton on a free transfer last summer has kept six clean sheets in 18 league appearances this season. The 24-year-old is behind Ayaka Yamashita, Hannah Hampton, and Phallon Tullis-Joyce, who have all kept seven clean sheets. The shot stopper has won the Save of the Month twice this season. Nnadozie is also targeting her first trophy with the Seagulls. They will face Liverpool in the semifinal of the Women’s FA Cup on Sunday at BrewDog Stadium…

The Nigerian Army has cautioned members of its promotion examination panel to maintain integrity and professionalism ahead of the 2026 Captain to Major Written Promotion Examination. The directive was given by the Commander, Training and Doctrine Command, TRADOC, Major General Peter Malla, during a briefing held on May 3, 2026 at the Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport in Benin City. Malla, who also heads the examination panel, told members that the process must be handled with fairness and without compromise. He said candidates are expected to be assessed based on leadership ability, critical thinking, and their readiness to…

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ondo State, Dr Mutiu Agboke has called for the strengthening of existing collaboration between the Commission and security agencies in the state. Agboke made this call on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the management team of INEC Ondo State to heads of security agencies in Akure. While addressing the Ondo State Director, Department of State Services, Mr Sagiru Samaila, Agboke stressed that the collaboration was necessary as preparations intensify for the Ondo South Senatorial District by-election on June 20, 2026. He said, “INEC and security need strong cooperation. We…

Arsenal have qualified for the final of the Champions League, thanks to a narrow 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night. The Gunners had played out a 1-1 draw with the LaLiga side last week at the Wanda Metropolitano. At the Emirates, it was a tight affair, although Mikel Arteta’s men dominated the first half. Bukayo Saka ensured they went into the break ahead, reacting quickest to Leandro Trossard’s shot to score. It proved to be decisive, although Atletico fought to equalize in the second half but all to no availa. Arsenal will now face the winner between Paris…

Following a disagreement within the leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, Kano State Chapter, after the entry of the former Governor of Kano State and National Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, the party’s national leadership has intervened and restored unity. The party’s parent body, under the leadership of Sen. Seriake Henry Dickson, held a special meeting on Tuesday with Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Engr. Muhammad Sabo Bakin Zuwo, Vice Chairman, Northwest, and other senior leaders of the party in attendance. At the end of the deliberations, a resolution was reached affirming that Hon. Husaini Isah Mai Riga shall continue…

A public affairs analyst and tourism advocate, Phil Roberts, has explained why Nigeria’s tourism sites nationwide have remained stagnant despite their huge economic potential for the country. He disclosed this in his remarks at a tourism event on Tuesday. Roberts noted that the country is yet to fully utilise public and private sector collaborations to unlock its tourism potential. He explained that the key problem of Nigeria’s tourism sector is the gap between “tourism sites” and “tourism destinations.” According to him, a mix of adequate public and private sector partnerships would catapult Nigeria into a leading global tourism destination in…