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The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has raised the alarm that the existential threat of kidnapping has become a worrisome issue that has taken more than a devoted attention of his government. DAILY POST reports that Governor Okpebholo stated this on Tuesday in his condolence message to the family of late Abu Momoh Tapir, who was killed by kidnappers in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of the state. Okpebholo, who described the abduction and the subsequent killing of the young medical doctor as unfortunate, painful and deeply regrettable, however, assured the public that the incident does not diminish the…

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has sealed Divine Hope Orphanage and Less Privileged Home in Kagini over allegations of illegal child trafficking and other child welfare violations.   The Director of Child Development at the FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Idris Attah, confirmed the action in an official statement issued on Monday. He said the facility was shut to allow for a thorough investigation into its activities.   According to the statement, the proprietress of the orphanage, Grace Ebele Chibuzor, allegedly fled with an unspecified number of children to an unknown location without notifying the Child Development Department of the FCT…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed the individuals who endorsed the peace agreement he and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, signed at the instance of President Bola Tinubu. Wike said the agreement was witnessed and signed by key national figures, including the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and former Rivers State governor, Peter Odili, among others. He made the disclosure while addressing supporters during a political engagement in Ogu-Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State, where he spoke at length on the lingering political crisis in the state. According to the former Rivers governor, all parties…

Republican Representative at the United States, US Congress, Doug ‌LaMalfa of California has been confirmed dead. His fellow lawmaker, Rep Riley Moore disclosed this in a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday. He wrote, “Please join Mina and me in praying for the repose of Congressman Doug LaMalfa’s soul and for his wife and children. “Eternal rest grants unto him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.” The ugly development further shrinking Republicans’ narrow majority in ‍the House of Representatives ​ahead of November elections that will determine ​control ⁠of Congress.

Former Delta State governorship aspirant, Dr O’Diakpo Obire, has berated ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent defection to the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Obire spoke on Tuesday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST. According to him, strong politicians do not migrate the way Peter Obi is doing. He stressed that a leader must be able to stand firm, put his house in order and be prepared with his loyalists to fight the political battle. “A strong leader stand resolute even in the face of turbulence. Peter Obi should have begun…

Former Kano State Governor, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, has attacked Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement for labeling Governor Yusuf of Kano State as a “betrayer” Recall that a move recently initiated by Governor Yusuf to join APC has continued to anger his alleged Godfather, Kwankwaso who has now tagged the decision a betrayal. But reacting, Shekarau reminded Kwankwaso, that, “Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is only following your footsteps for defecting to the APC because you did same as Governor by dumping PDP to APC.” Shekarau said, “Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf should not be accused of betrayal over…

Former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has denied reports circulating on social media that he is in talks to defect to the African Democratic Congress, ADC. A statement signed by the former minister and issued to newsmen said the report is baseless and unfounded. Badaru described the reports as false, unfounded and driven by political mischief meant for political gain.  He stressed that he remains firmly committed to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a party he helped to establish, adding that his loyalty to the party is total and unwavering. He urged members of the public and supporters of…

Adams Akor has dedicated his maiden Africa Cup of Nations goal to his ailing mother, DAILY POST reports. Akor was one of the star performers in Nigeria’s dominant 4-0 victory over the Mambas of Mozambique in Fès on Monday night. The Sevilla star scored Nigeria’s fourth goal of the game with a sublime effort 15 minutes from time. It was Akor’s third goal in eight appearances for the Super Eagles. It was a remarkable performance from the striker, who put behind him his mother’s sickness to play a key role in the Super Eagles’ win. The 25-year-old was emotional in…

The Association of Mobile Money & Bank Agents in Nigeria has explained that its members do not need Corporate Affairs Commission registration to operate in the country. The General Secretary of the Association, Elegede Segun, in an interview with DAILY POST, noted that operators of Point of Sales terminals can function as non-entities. He refuted claims that there are illegal POS operators, saying that existing Call Terminal Identification with Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc, Bank Account, Bank Verification Number, and National Identity Number are enough security for POS operators in Nigeria. “But what is baffling is the issue with the…

The Results of Monday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, Round of 16 fixtures are out. DAILY POST reports that Nigeria thrashed Mozambique 4-0 in the AFCON Round of 16 tie played on Monday night to qualify for the quarter-final. In the other Round of 16 clash played on Monday, Egypt won 3-1 against the Benin Republic to progress to the next stage. Egypt will now face the winner between the Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso in the quarter-finals. As for Nigeria, they will face the winner between DR Congo and Algeria in the last-8. Meanwhile, more AFCON Round of…