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Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command, over the weekend, arrested three suspected interstate armed robbers. The criminal syndicate who operate in ONdo and Lagos States, were nabbed during a stop and search operation by police operatives while they were travelling in a Mercedes-Benz ML 350 SUV. During the searvch, one AK-47 rifle, one magazine loaded with 18 rounds of live ammunition, one English-made Beretta pistol loaded with four rounds of live ammunition, one UTC axe and one iron cutter were discovered in theior possession. While briefing newsmen on the arrest of the suspect, the commissioner of police in Ondo, Felix…

Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has alleged the existence of a fresh N12.8 trillion hidden allocation in Nigeria’s 2026 budget under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Atiku made this disclosure in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, on Monday. He claimed that the N12.8 trillion allocation was concealed under the Service-Wide Vote, SWV in the country’s 2026 budget. Atiku described the 2026 Federal Budget as the most brazen assault on transparency and fiscal responsibility in Nigeria’s democratic history, following what he called shocking revelations surrounding the Service-Wide Vote…

British broadcaster, Piers Morgan has hit out at the Argentine players for their unsportsmanlike conduct following their defeat to Spain in the final on Sunday. La Albiceleste’s aspirations of winning a consecutive World Cup were thwarted as they lost 1-0 in extra time to the European champions. After the final whistle, the cameras captured a scuffle involving players from both teams, notably Leandro Paredes and Gavi. The Argentine player initially shoved Eric Garcia before turning to Gavi and forcefully pushing the Spanish midfielder to the ground. This incident led to a brawl between players and staff from both sides as they…

The top four players to win this year’s Ballon d’Or have been revealed after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Spain are the new champions, after they edged the holders Argentina 1-0 on Sunday night. Ferran Torres’ strike in the second half of extra time proved to be the winner for La Roja. Torres reacted quickest to a knockdown from Nico Williams to smash the ball high into the net. His teammate, Lamine Yamal, is now the favourite to take the prize home later this year. Polymarket claims the 19-year-old has a 50.8% chance to win the Ballon d’Or award this year.…

Senegal’s President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has emerged as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio. DAILY POST gathered that Faye was elected during the regional high-level meeting of West African leaders. Meanwhile, Biram Diop has been appointed as the new President of the ECOWAS Commission, replacing Dr Omar Touray. The summit, attended by leaders from across the region, is expected to focus on strengthening regional integration, enhancing cooperation and promoting solidarity among the peoples of West Africa. More details later. You may like

Plateau United have completed the signing of experienced midfielder Dayo Ojo, DAILY POST reports. Ojo joined Plateau United on a free transfer after leaving from Beninoise side ASVO FC. The experience midfielder penned one- year deal with the Peace Boys. Ojo is expected to play a crucial role in Gbenga Ogunbote’s team next season. DAILY POST recalls that Ogunbote tried to lure the player to Ibadan during his stint with Shooting Stars in 2025. Ojo has a record of over 200 appearances in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. He has featured for Remo Stars, Sunshine Stars and Enyimba in…

Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has attributed the defeat of president Bola Tinubu in Lagos State in the 2023 general elections to the weaponization of Muslim-Muslim ticket against him. Obanikoro said this in an interview on the ‘Mic On podcast’ hosted by a Channels Television journalist, Seun Okinbaloye. According to him, it was not Peter Obi that defeated President Tinubu in Lagos, it was how the Muslim-Muslim ticket. “Let me tell you, what defeated us in Lagos was the Muslim-Muslim ticket, not Peter Obi. People were afraid because they didn’t know what Tinubu’s presidency will look like.…

Rosy Meurer, the wife of Nigerian celebrity businessman Olakunle Churchill, has officially removed his name from her bio. This comes amid their ongoing marital controversy. It all started in January 2026 when Churchill reunited with his ex-wife, actress Tonto Dikeh, ahead of their son’s 10th birthday. Appreciating Churchill for his support and fatherly role during the ceremony, Tonto said, “I love you with the love of God,” as she prayed for him. The duo also celebrated each other after the event, with many netizens condemning Tonto’s public display with Churchill, while others dragged Rosy Meurer, who was alleged to have…

Troops of the 247 Reconnaissance Battalion have intercepted 15 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, popularly known as petrol, during a fighting patrol in Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa State. This was disclosed in a statement by security expert, Zagazola Makama on Sunday. Zagazola said that the operation was conducted between 10:30 a.m. and 3:40 p.m. on July 17 along the Muchalla road, following intelligence on the smuggling of petroleum products through the border corridor. He  said the troops intercepted 15 jerrycans containing suspected smuggled PMS during the patrol. According to him, the products were seized in line with…

Many independent fuel marketers have stopped buying petrol, while some filling stations have temporarily shut down due to uncertainty over fuel prices, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibadan on Sunday, IPMAN Western Zone Chairman, Oyewole Akanni, blamed the situation on the suspension of petrol loading at the Dangote Refinery about four days ago. He said marketers were now buying from private depots at significantly higher prices, with ex-depot rates ranging from N1,200 to N1,220 per litre, excluding transport costs. According to him: “The non-availability of fuel at…