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Nigerian-Canada based activist, Jimmy Jaf has claimed that Greater Liberation City International Ministry Centre in Toronto reportedly owned by the Nigerian controversial pastor, Chris Okafor, has been shut down. The activist disclosed this in a video clip he shared on his TikTok page on Thursday. Jimmy Jaf alleged that the ministry has been dissolved in Canada and can no longer operate in the country. He further called on Canadian immigration authorities to review the status of Pastor David Igbanor (also known as Bashiru Igbanor), stating that his work permit was tied to the now-dissolved church. According to him, this development…

Barau FC have welcomed six new players to their squad for the second half of the season. The players are Ebuka Nwokorie (Kun Khalifat), Moses Tsehuan – Centre Back (from Nasarawa United) Akpo Godwin ( Attack Energy FC, Afghanistan) Ezeonye Henry, Uche Moses (Kun Khalifat FC) and Nwaodu Chukwudi (Enyimba FC) The players penned a two-year deal with the Maliya Boys. They were unveiled by the club’s General Manager, Dominic Iorfa, alongside the Vice President, Kabiru Baita. The players have been charged to give their utmost best, both on and off the pitch, in order to drive the progress and…

Former Attorney General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, has raised the alarm that bandits are moving in their numbers from Sokoto to Benue following the Christmas Day US airstrikes. Aondoakaa made this known on Thursday during an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST. “Following the Sokoto airstrikes, bandits have fled to the Benue region, overrunning villages. In Ukum LGA, 10 out of 13 wards have been overtaken by bandits. “The main market in Nkum, which is the Zaki-Biam main market that produces yams for the country, they have settled less than three…

The Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, Kano State Command, has arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly attempting to smuggle Indian hemp in a loaf of bread into a custodial facility at the Kano High Court premises. This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Kano by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Lawan-Kofarnasarawa. He said the suspect, who resides at Tishama Hotoro Quarters, Kano, was apprehended by officers from the Goron Dutse Custodial Centre while inmates were being escorted to court for their various hearings. According to him, the suspect was found to have concealed a substance suspected…

Indian authorities have deported a Nigerian national, Victor Obasi, over allegations of involvement in drug-related activities and for residing in the country without valid immigration documents. According to a report by The Times of India, Obasi, who had been living in New Delhi, was arrested late last month by operatives of the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing in the Tolichowki area of Hyderabad after he was observed moving under suspicious circumstances. Police investigations revealed that his passport and visa had expired several years ago, and he was unable to present any valid travel or residency documents during questioning. Following his arrest,…

Four European clubs have reacted to the Super Eagles’ AFCON semi-final defeat against Morocco on Wednesday night. DAILY POST reports that the Atlas Lions defeated Nigeria via penalties after a 0-0 draw. Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemachi missed their penalty kicks for Eric Chelle’s side against the Atlas Lions. Reacting, Sevilla, who have Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke in their squad, wrote, “@Akor and Ejuke’s Nigeria were defeated by Morocco in their AFCON semi-final.” Similarly, Fulham, who have the likes of Samuel Chukwueze, Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi in their squad, wrote: “Heartbreak for Nigeria. We’re still so proud of…

Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey, has been handed a one-man ban following his yellow card against Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. Bassey, who was walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of the game, was booked in the first half. This means he will miss Nigeria’s next game, whether it is the final or the third-place playoff. It has now been confirmed that the suspension cannot be appealed. The absence of the Fulham centre-back will be a huge miss for Eric Chelle, as he has been a rock in defence for the three-time…

Moniepoint and several other Nigerian banks have informed their customers of a new 7.5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) to be applied to bank transfers and Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) transactions. According to a customer notice obtained by DAILY POST on Wednesday, the VAT charge will take effect from January 19, following a directive from the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). In the message, the bank explained that the development is part of a government-approved regulatory adjustment on VAT collection. “From Monday, January 19, 2026, we are mandated to apply a 7.5 percent VAT, which will be remitted to the…

The Super Eagles were beaten 4-2 on penalties by Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. Nigeria failed to create enough chances to score and failed to capitalize on the few ones they had. At the end of 90 minutes, there were no goals, as both teams struggled to find the back of the net. There was also no goals at the end of 120 minutes and the second finalist had to be decided via penalties. Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemachi missed for the Eagles, while the Atlas Lions converted all their kicks.…

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has named three Super Eagles players to help Nigeria win the AFCON. The former England international named Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi. Ferdinand spoke before Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final tie with Morocco on Wednesday night. Speaking on his podcast, Rio Presents, Ferdinand said: “All of my African friends – most of them are probably 75 per cent of them are Nigerian. “And if I say anyone else, they are gonna kill me. I know it is not secure yet, but nah, they’ve got Osimhen, though. “Osimhen’s looking to go past [Rashidi] Yekini. You have…