March 14, 2025
NANS condemns tariff hike by telcos, issues 72-hour reversal
National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the recent increase in call tariff by telecommunications companies (Telcos) in Nigeria. NANS said the decision has led to a significant rise in the cost of calls, data, and other communication services, and it’s both unjustifiable and insensitive, given the prevailing economic challenges faced by the populace. […]
Two youths jailed 3 years for stealing in Adamawa
The Chief Magistrate Court 2 sitting in Yola, Adamawa State has convicted two young men, said to be habitual thieves and part of notorious youths infamously called Shila Boys around the state. The youths were on Friday handed three-year jail term each without option of fine. The convicts are Auwal Garba, 20 years old and […]
Nekede poly lecturer suspended for assaulting student
The Federal Polytechnic Nekede in Owerri, Imo State has suspended a facilitator, Dr. Ifeanyichukwu Okoroafor for allegedly assaulting a student. A video of the lecturer appearing to slap and wrestle a male student to the ground circulated on social media on Thursday evening. Okoroafor’s suspension was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director, Technical […]
BREAKING: Appeal Court stops Sanusi’s reinstatement
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has halted the enforcement of its January 10 judgement, which upheld the Kano State government’s repeal of the 2019 Emirates Council Law, pending the Supreme Court’s determination of an appeal on the same matter. The ruling was delivered on Friday by a three-member panel led by Justice Okon […]
Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer sues EFCC chairman, IGP, AGF, demands N500m
An Abuja based lawyer, Alexander Oketa, has dragged the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, before a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory over a land ownership tussle between Jona Brothers Construction Limited and one Chief Michael Adeojo (Chairman of Elizade Motors). Oketa filed the suit on behalf of his […]
Again, Dangote Refinery reduces fuel price
Dangote Refinery has reduced its ex-depot premium motor spirit price to N815 per litre. This latest price drop comes after fuel landing cost dropped to N774.82 per litre, below Dangote Refinery’s N825 ex-depot prices. Petroleum products marketers familiar with the development confirmed this to DAILY POST on Friday. Meanwhile, unlike in the price drop on […]
BREAKING: Nnamdi Kanu’s trial to start afresh March 21, identity of new judge revealed
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu will appear before a new judge on March 21, 2025. DAILY POST learnt that Kanu will appear before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja. Speaking with DAILY POST, Kanu’s lead Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, said the legal team is primed and […]
Dangote denies shutting down refinery
A general view of Dangote Petroleum Refinery Petrochemicals in Lagos.Dangote Refinery has refuted claims that it is shutting down the facility for maintenance. The organisation also noted that the refinery is new and requires no immediate maintenance. Some reports had disclosed that a section of the refinery, precisely a 204,000 barrels of gasoline per day […]
Europa League quarter-final fixtures revealed
The quarter-final fixtures for this season’s Europa League have been confirmed. Manchester United defeated 10-man Real Sociedad 3-1 at Old Trafford, winning the contest 4-2 on aggregate. The Red Devils will now face Lyon, who secured a 7-1 aggregate win over FCSB. Tottenham Hotspur recovered from a 1-0 hole against AZ Alkmaar to win 3-1 […]
Transfer: Nigerian winger joins MLS club, Charlotte FC
Nigerian winger, Emmanuel Uchegbu has sealed a move to Major League Soccer, MLS, club, Charlotte FC. Uchegbu joined Charlotte FC from Slovakian club, AS Trencin. The 20-year-old signed a three-year contract with the option of another year. The talented winger made 30 appearances for AS Trencin, scoring five goals and providing two assists. “I am […]