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A group of technology and economic experts on Wednesday in Abuja canvassed for the deployment of technology and Artificial Intelligence, AI, in Nigeria’s current struggle for economic diversification and general development. Specifically, they called for the adoption of Artificial intelligence to enhance Nigeria’s growth in the fourth global industrial revolution. At a one-day lecture organized by the Economic Confidential, the experts identified AI as a key factor to be embraced to transform Nigeria’s economy into a prosperous one. Among the experts are the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, Dr Kashifu Inuwa, who was the keynote…

The League of Imams and Alfas in Osun State have called on all parties involved in the local government dispute in the state to comply with the rule of law as affirmed by the June 22nd ruling of the Court of Appeal which confirmed the legitimacy of elected PDP officials. The League also called the attention of the Federal Government to the increasing pains and hardship the local government crisis is inflicting on the grassroots sector of the society. This formed part of the resolutions of the League in a communiqué signed by Imam Musa Animasahun, the Grand Imam of…

A notorious armed robber and kidnap syndicate has been smashed by the Plateau State Police Command with the arrest of some suspects who have been terrorizing communities in the Bassa Local Government Area of the state. The state Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Adesina, who disclosed this while parading the suspects at the Command’s headquarters in Jos on Tuesday, said they were arrested as a result of credible intelligence gathering by police personnel. While briefing newsmen during the exercise, CP Adesina said the Command had received a distress call on August 13, 2025, from Abubakar Mohammadu, Nasiru Umar, and Haruna Mohammed,…

Home-based Super Eagles captain Junior Nduka has completed a permanent transfer to Iraqi club Erbil FC, DAILY POST reports. Nduka, who penned a three-year contract with Erbil FC, joined the club from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars. The centre-back is the latest player to leave Remo Stars following the departure of Kayode Bankole, Sikiru Alimi, Franck Mawuena, Fabian Nworie, and Seun Ogunribide. Nduka played a pivotal role in the Sky Blue Stars’ title winning campaign last season. The centre-back is well respected for his calmness and leadership traits. He played every minute of Nigeria’s three games at…

Spanish LaLiga giants, Real Madrid, have reportedly entered the race to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United. According to the Daily Mail, the Los Blancos are “keeping tabs” on the midfielder’s situation at Man United. Real Madrid’s LaLiga rivals, Atletico Madrid, are also said to be keen on the the England international too. Mainoo could leave Man United before the summer transfer window closes next week in order to get more regular game-time elsewhere. The 20-year-old was an unused substitute in Man United’s first two Premier League matches against Arsenal and Fulham. Meanwhile, in another development, Real Madrid winger, Rodrygo…

Two countries have booked their places in the final of the ongoing African Nations Championship, CHAN, tournament. The two nations are Madagascar and Morocco. They progressed to the CHAN final after defeating Sudan and Senegal, respectively, on Tuesday. DAILY POST reports that Madagascar edged Sudan 1-0 in their semi-final clash at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium, with T. N. Rakotondraibe scoring the decisive goal in extra time. Similarly, Morocco triumphed via a penalty shoot-out against Senegal in the other semi-final played on Tuesday night. The CHAN final will take place on Saturday, August 31. Meanwhile, Sudan and Senegal will contest…

Panathinaikos are making an effort to sign Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers before the end of the summer transfer window. Dessers’s future with Rangers remains uncertain ahead of Monday’s deadline. Rangers manager Russell Martin has refused to give any assurance that the Nigeria international will stay at Ibrox beyond the window’s closure. Earlier in the summer, the Light Blues rejected a €4.5 million bid from Panathinaikos’ rivals AEK Athens for the striker. Dessers reportedly agreed personal terms with the Yellow and Blacks. Panathinaikos could tempt the former Feyenoord player with the prospect of Champions League football, which would be a significant…

Senate Minority Leader and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Abba Moro, has said there is a possibility of Peter Obi and former President Goodluck Jonathan returning to the party’s fold. The Benue South Senator gave the hint on Tuesday while responding to questions in an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television. According to the lawmaker, talks are ongoing over a possible return of both men to the PDP. “In the run-up to 2027, I am aware certain individuals have been talking to Peter Obi, ‘Hey, come back home, this is what we are likely to…

The Deputy Governor of Taraba State, Aminu Alkali, has returned to Jalingo, the state capital, after a prolonged absence. Daily Trust reports that Alkali flew in through the Yalo Airport. There is also a short clip of him making the rounds on social media. Alkali arrived from Abuja and was driven to his official residence at the Government House in a convoy of four vehicles. He was last seen in office eight months ago, and since then there were rumours that Alkali was battling an undisclosed ailment.

The Niger State House of Assembly has officially sworn in Hon. Dagara Daje as the member-elect for Munya Constituency under the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. The swearing-in ceremony took place today, August 26, 2025, during a plenary session of the House, presided over by the Speaker, Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji. Sarkin-Daji, who administered the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Membership to Hon. Daje congratulated and welcomed him into the 10th Assembly of Niger State. He assured Daje of the House’s support to enable him to succeed and contribute meaningfully to legislative activities. Daje of APC emerged winner in…