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Senegal have booked their place in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Teranaga Lions qualified thanks to a 1-0 win over Egypt in the first semi-final played on Wednesday evening. It was a cagey affair between the two teams, which shots on target a rarity for most of the game. But all that changed in the 75th minute of the match after the ball fell to Sadio Mane outside the box. Mane only took one touch to smash the ball into the bottom of the net. Senegal will now await the winner of the second semi-final…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, in Ogun State have arrested three suspects and seized 115 bags of Cannabis Sativa, at a residence in Mowe area of the state. The suspect, Benedict Joseph Theaddues alongside two others were apprehended on Wednesday, while loading the illicit substance weighing 1,600 kilograms into a Toyota Sienna bus and a Hummer bus. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Haris Musa, in a statement made available to DAILY POST said, the interception followed an intelligence-driven operation. Musa noted that the interception reinforces the high level of operational vigilance, intelligence superiority, and uncompromising enforcement posture…

The Managing Director of Dangote Refinery, David Bird, has insisted that its fixed petrol price sold at N739 across MRS filling stations nationwide is competitive. The MD of the 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery disclosed this during a press briefing in Lagos on Wednesday. His comment comes amid criticism from key players that Dangote Refinery is a market distortion. Reacting, Bird stressed that Nigerians have a choice to either purchase Dangote petrol at N739 per litre or alternatives. “The retail price is fully competitive. The consumer has a choice to choose whichever, and I’d like to see a change in how the regulator…

The Obidient Movement has alleged that former governors of Abia State, led by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, are plotting to destabilize the state. The Movement also asked Governor Alex Otti to join Peter Obi in the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to enjoy their undivided support. The Movement, which addressed journalists on Wednesday through Abia State spokesperson, Chibuzor Obiesili and other members, alleged that the former Abia leaders are desperate in their bid to deliver the state to President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress, APC. According to the Obidient Movement, Otti was elected by Abia people with the support…

Super Eagles assistant captain, Victor Osimhen, has revealed the advantage Morocco has over Nigeria ahead of the AFCON semi-final tie on Wednesday night. Osimhen will hope to lead the Super Eagles to victory in the absence of captain Wilfred Ndidi, who is suspended for the encounter. Speaking ahead of the match, the Galatasaray striker admitted that the game won’t be easy because the Atlas Lions have the advantage of the home supporters. The former Napoli attacker, however, expressed belief that Eric Chelle’s side will go through. “They have a very good squad, talented players, but I think we are one…

Paul Ibe, aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of neglecting the fight against bandits and terrorists. Ibe claimed that Tinubu is focused on giving a positive spin to his incompetence and clueless administration. Posting on X, he alleged that Tinubu was paying a lobbying firm in the United States, US, $9 million to launder the image of his administration. He wrote: “Instead of fighting terrorists and bandits, President Bola Tinubu @officialABAT is fighting to give a positive spin to the efforts of its incompetent and clueless government. “Instead of investing money and efforts to…

The Kano State Fire Service has advised residents to be extra careful during the harmattan season to prevent fire outbreaks and protect lives and property. The advice was given on Tuesday during a fire prevention and public awareness campaign held in Gezawa Local Government Area as part of the Service’s ongoing Hunturu fire safety campaign. Speaking during the sensitisation programme at the palace of the District Head of Gezawa, the Fire Service warned that the dry harmattan weather increases the risk of fire incidents if proper care is not taken. “Harmattan season requires extra care. People must be very cautious…

Ahead of the 2027 general election, there’s rising political tension in Abia State, with some opposition leaders in the State hell-bent on stopping Governor Alex Otti’s re-election. The opposition figures, many of whom previously held power in the state, have threatened that Otti will not be reelected for a second term as governor in 2027. These figures also have been holding political meetings and issuing public statements against Otti’s administration. DAILY POST recalls that last week, two former Governors of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Chief Theodore Ahamefule Orji, alongside other former political leaders, said they have formed…

Nasarawa United have announced that their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 20 clash against Kano Pillars will be played behind closed doors. The Solid Miners stated that the move is necessitated due to an ongoing repair work being carried out on part of the venue. The encounter will be staged at the Lafia City Stadium on Wednesday. Nasarawa United said that only officials and management members of both clubs, and accredited media personnels will be allowed into the stadium. They however tendered an unreserved apologies to the club supporters concerning the decision. Nasarawa United assured that the repair work…

Morocco coach, Walid Regragui has singled out three Nigeria players – Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Alex Iwobi – for praise ahead of both sides’ AFCON semi-final tie on Wednesday. Regragui spoke while speaking on Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi’s absence for the upcoming crucial AFCON semi-final tie. Recall that Ndidi will not feature for Nigeria against the Atlas Lions due to suspension. Club Brugge midfielder Raphael Onyedika is expected to replace Ndidi in Nigeria’s starting XI against the host country. Speaking to reporters at his post-match interview, Regragui said:l, “Ndidi’s absence will help us. “But when you have Osimhen,…