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19
Mar

Governor Fubara Vanishes from Government House After Emergency Rule Declaration

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By Damilola Adeleke The whereabouts of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, remain unknown following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state. Tinubu’s announcement suspended the state’s executive and legislature for six months, appointing retired Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the sole administrator. According to sources, Fubara was in a meeting […]

19
Mar

Trump and Putin Agree on Immediate Ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine Conflict

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By Damilola Adeleke Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he had a “very good and productive” phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, confirmed that both leaders agreed to an “immediate ceasefire” on all energy and infrastructure. He further stated […]

19
Mar

El-Rufai Leads New Coalition to Challenge Tinubu in 2027 Amid Political Turmoil

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By Damilola Adeleke Nigeria’s political landscape is undergoing a major shift as a new coalition emerges to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. Reports indicate that this alliance consists of disgruntled members from Tinubu’s inner circle—those who feel marginalized after the 2023 elections—as well as […]

18
Mar

Trump’s Tariff That Triggered a Trade War

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18
Mar

ALGON Recognizes Reinstated Osun Council Chairmen, Questions Adeleke’s Election

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By Damilola Adeleke The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has officially affirmed the legitimacy of the reinstated All Progressives Congress (APC) council chairmen and councillors in Osun State. This decision follows a Court of Appeal ruling on February 10, 2025, which invalidated the local government elections conducted under Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration. In […]

18
Mar

El-Rufai Appointed as SDP National Leader Amid Internal Backlash

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By Damilola Adeleke The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has appointed former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasiru Ahmad El-Rufai, as its new national leader, just days after he officially joined the party. The decision has sparked controversy within the SDP, with a faction known as The Integrity Group rejecting the move, calling it “disrespectful” to longstanding […]

18
Mar

Tinubu Appoints Vice Admiral Ibas as Rivers Sole Administrator Amid State of Emergency

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By Damilola Adeleke Abuja, March 18, 2025 – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State following the declaration of a state of emergency in the region. This move, announced on Tuesday, resulted in the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara for an initial six-month period. […]

18
Mar

Wike Revokes PDP National Secretariat Land Over Unpaid Ground Rent

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By Adeleke Damilola Abuja, March 18, 2025 – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revoked the land allocation for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat in Abuja. In an official letter dated March 13, 2025, the FCT Administration cited non-payment of annual ground rent for 20 years—spanning from January 1, […]

18
Mar

Breaking News: Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State

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By Damilola Adeleke President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing escalating political instability and security concerns. In a nationwide address on Tuesday, Tinubu announced the immediate suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly for an initial period of […]

18
Mar

Why Nigeria’s Inflation Decline Hasn’t Led to Lower Prices – Prof. Ajibola

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By Damilola Adeleke Renowned economist and former Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria president, Prof. Segun Ajibola, has explained why Nigeria’s inflation drop over the past two years has not translated into lower prices for goods and services. In an interview with DAILY POST on Monday, Prof. Ajibola stated that the effects of reduced inflation […]

18
Mar

OBASANJO UNDER FIRE FOR CRITICIZING TINUBU, BUHARI—PROMINENT NIGERIANS RESPOND

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BY DAMILOLA ADELEKE Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has come under heavy criticism following his recent remarks about past and present administrations. In his latest book, Nigeria: Past and Future, Obasanjo accused former President Muhammadu Buhari’s government of overseeing “the most atrocious waste” and claimed corruption reached its peak under his tenure. He also suggested that […]

18
Mar

Rivers Assembly Moves to Impeach Governor Fubara, Deputy

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By Damilola Adeleke The Rivers State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, citing allegations of gross misconduct. According to reports, the lawmakers submitted an official notice to Speaker Martin Amaewhule, stating that the move aligns with the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution. “In compliance with […]

18
Mar

Atiku Praises Lagos Corper for Criticizing Tinubu’s Government

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By Damilola Adeleke Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has commended Lagos-based NYSC member Ushie Uguamaye for her courage in speaking out against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Uguamaye, known on TikTok as @talktoraye, recently shared a viral video criticizing the government over the economic hardship Nigerians face. Following this, she alleged that NYSC officials threatened her […]

18
Mar

FG to Penalize Owners of Empty Buildings Amid Housing Crisis

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By Damilola Adeleke The Federal Government has announced plans to impose financial penalties on property owners who leave their buildings unoccupied. This move aims to address Nigeria’s housing deficit by discouraging landlords from hoarding properties without leasing or selling them. According to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, vacant buildings […]

18
Mar

FG Orders Reopening of Schools Shut for Ramadan

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By Damilola Adeleke The Federal Government has directed the governors of Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, and Kebbi states to reopen schools that were shut for Ramadan, arguing that there is no religious justification for the closures. Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, criticized the decision, warning that prolonged school closures would worsen Nigeria’s education crisis. […]

18
Mar

FEMALE VULCANIZER DEFIES ODDS, FINDS FULFILLMENT IN MALE-DOMINATED PROFESSION

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BY DAMILOLA ADELEKE A 33-year-old mother of two, Mercy Atobi, has defied societal expectations by thriving as a vulcanizer, a profession traditionally dominated by men. Operating her workshop opposite the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T), Moore Plantation, Apata, Ibadan, Atobi remains passionate about her craft. In an exclusive interview, she revealed that her […]

16
Mar

Technology

Lagos-based Food Delivery Company Sacks 86 Workers, Replaces Them with AI

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By Damilola Adeleke A Lagos-based food delivery company, Chowdeck, has laid off 86 employees, replacing them with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The decision, which was made last week, is part of the company’s strategy to cut costs and increase operational efficiency. Chowdeck, which started the year with 120 staff members, stated that the affected workers […]

15
Mar

Supreme Court Holds Final Say on Emir Sanusi’s Status – Kano Government

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By Damilola Adeleke KANO – The Kano State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Haruna Isa Dederi, has reaffirmed that only the Supreme Court can make a final ruling on the emirship dispute involving Muhammadu Sanusi II. Dederi clarified that the recent Court of Appeal judgment did not overturn Sanusi’s reinstatement as the 16th Emir […]

15
Mar

UN Judge Convicted of Modern-Day Slavery in the UK

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By Damilola Adeleke A Ugandan judge serving with the United Nations, Lydia Mugambe, has been convicted in the United Kingdom for modern-day slavery after bringing a young Ugandan woman into the country under false pretenses and forcing her into unpaid domestic labor. Mugambe, 49, who also serves as a High Court judge in Uganda, was […]

13
Mar

FG Vetting Candidates for Ambassadorial Posts, 18 Months After Recall

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By Damilola Adeleke The Nigerian government has begun screening candidates for ambassadorial positions nearly two years after President Bola Tinubu recalled all ambassadors, sources have confirmed. According to a report by Reuters, the federal government is conducting background checks on potential appointees, with intelligence agencies providing screening reports to the presidency and legislature. President Tinubu […]