Author: admin

The national secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, Peter Ameh has claimed that the Bola Tinubu-led administration is deeply concerned about the growing political influence of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye on The Micon Podcast, Ameh said the government is making deliberate efforts to prevent Obi from appearing on the ballot. According to him, his position is based on data collection and engagements carried out “behind closed doors,” which, he said, reveal that Obi is the only candidate the government considers a real threat.…

Governor Hyacinth Alia’s assumption of office in Benue State in 2023 is generally regarded as a blessing for the people of the North Central State, particularly, because of his unprecedented commitment demonstrated so far by fostering development, peace, and social welfare. His leadership has enshrined a fresh wave of public trust; a renewed sense of hope and progress across the state. One of the most notable areas of his governance is agriculture and food security. Benue State, known as the “Food Basket of the Nation,” thrives under policies that support farmers with improved inputs, mechanized equipment, and access to markets.…

The Plateau State chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rufus Bature, has clarified why Governor Caleb Mutfwang has not been welcomed into the party, despite growing speculation about a planned defection. In recent days, several political groups in Plateau State have held press conferences and rallies, either backing the governor’s rumoured move to the APC or strongly opposing it. Key APC figures in the state including the national chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda have openly rejected the idea. Governor Mutfwang has repeatedly denied that he has switched parties. Instead, he claims it is APC members who have been urging him…

The ‎Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Executive Committee, NEC, has constituted a National Caretaker Committee, to manage the party’s affairs until a national convention is held.‎‎NEC constituted the caretaker committee because the tenure of the current PDP National Working Committee, NWC, ends on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.‎‎This decision was taken during the 104th NEC meeting in Abuja on Sunday.‎‎The committee, which consists of 13 members, is led by the PDP factional National Chairman, Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed as Chairman and Senator Samuel Anyanwu as Secretary.‎‎Other members of the committee include, Kamaldeen Ajibade, Hon. Umar M. Bature, Dr. Kyari Grema, Hon Janguda…

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has disclosed the outcome of a meeting between Northern governors and traditional rulers held in Kaduna to address security concerns. Speaking in an interview on Sunday Politics, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST, the governor said each of the 19 states will contribute one billion naira every month. DAILY POST reports that the Northern States Governors’ Forum and the Northern Traditional Leaders Council convened at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, amid escalating security challenges across the region. Revealing the resolutions of the meeting, Governor Sule said: “In the meeting in Kaduna…

Nigeria’s Air Force has hit targets in Benin Republic, according to the BBC. It is believed the strikes were carried out in apparent coordination with Beninese authorities working to contain a coup attempt. It is not clear what the targets of the strikes were. However, the situation in Cotonou, the commercial capital of Benin Republic, remains uncertain, as huge explosions were heard in the late afternoon. Prior to the explosions, flight-tracking data showed that three aircraft entered Benin’s airspace from neighbouring Nigeria. Two have since returned to the Nigerian city of Lagos, and a third appears to be heading towards…

Nigerian Breweries has kicked off its Legendary Christmas Campaign, and leading the festive charge is Desperados — the favourite party beer for Gen Z — bringing bold flavour, unfiltered fun, and its no-rules party energy to every major December moment across Nigeria. Starting with the biggest Homecoming Party of the Season which has been on the lips of every Nigerian Gen Z , Desperados is powering the biggest concerts, and the boldest cultural experiences of the season. As a key pillar of Nigerian Breweries’ Legendary Christmas celebrations, Desperados is activating its “Clock the Vibe” movement as the brand’s unique contribution…

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has said that anyone who claims leaders do not care or are not doing enough to end insecurity is being mischievous. The governor made the remark while responding to questions in an interview on Sunday Politics, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST. He was speaking on the outcome of a meeting between Northern governors and monarchs held in Kaduna to address security issues. He said: “This also shall come to pass, because it was mostly, if you look at it, mostly in the North East, you know, where Boko Haram was doing…

Liverpool continues to back manager Arne Slot, despite Mohamed Salah’s bombshell interview on Saturday. Salah was left out for the entire duration of the Reds’ 3-3 draw at Leeds United. After the game, the Egyptian told reporters that he believes the Premier League club is “throwing him under the bus.” His comments have left Salah’s future at Anfield uncertain as he prepares to depart for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Top British journalist Jacobs Ben wrote on X: “Arne Slot retains the backing of Liverpool’s board following Mohamed Salah’s interview on Saturday where he spoke of a broken relationship…

The Independent Hisbah Guard, initiated by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje with a prospective 12,000 guards, has commenced its recruitment exercise. The Independent Hisbah Guard idea was mooted by former Governor Ganduje as a settlement for 12,000 state Hisbah staff said to have been sacked by the Government of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. Alhaji Baffa Babba DanAgundi, who is overseeing the recruitment of the prospective guards, explained that the initiative was designed to create opportunities for about 12,000 individuals who were previously disengaged from the state-owned Hisbah Command. Baffa Babba DanAgundi noted that the initiative was devoid of any political colouration,…