Scores of women and youth staged a vehement protest on Monday in Minna, the capital city of Niger State, decrying the exorbitant cost of living and the erratic power and water supply issues plaguing the region. Commencing at approximately 7am, the demonstration caused a significant disruption, as impassioned protesters blockaded the vital Minna Bida Road,…
American rap legend, Jay-Z has criticised the organisers of the Grammy for his wife, Beyoncé’s ‘Album of the Year’ losses. The Roc Nation boss was awarded the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award which was held at the 2024 Grammys at the Crypto.com Arena, in Los Angeles. In his acceptance speech, Jay-Z criticised the Recording Academy’s…
Taylor Swift stole the show at this year’s Grammy Awards, becoming the first performer to win the prize for ‘Album of the Year’ four times. The superstar had previously been tied on three ‘best album’ wins with Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon and Frank Sinatra. She received the prize from Celine Dion, who made an unexpected…
By Damilola Adeleke Let this week be a time of honoring and praising God for all He has done. Acknowledge His presence in your life and seek to draw closer to Him through prayer, worship, and reading His Word. Thank Him for His provision, protection, and guidance, and ask for His continued presence and blessing…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) said the scheme has stopped posting corps members to states deemed unsafe as a result of the worsening security conditions in the country. The Minister of Youth, Jamila Ibrahim disclosed this in an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics. Recall that several corps members have been abducted in some…
Victor Osimhen’s Nigeria will aim to continue their formidable record at this Africa Cup of Nations when they take on South Africa in the semi-finals on Wednesday, while hosts Ivory Coast meet the Democratic Republic of Congo after a miraculous run to the last four. Nigeria appear the strongest side left at the competition with…
In a recent development, students and educators from the Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Emure-Ekiti, Ekiti State, who fell victim to a kidnapping incident orchestrated by armed assailants, have been liberated. As of 2:00 am this Sunday, the circumstances surrounding the release of these individuals remain uncertain. DAILY POST is currently unable to verify…
By Johnson Olajumoke, H22/MC/0074 Department of Mass Communication. The Polythenic Ile-Ife, Osun State Nigeria, a nation with a population of 211.4 million, grappled with a significant challenge – the alarming surge in youth unemployment. The working-age population, constituting 53.9% of the total, encompasses both the labor force and those not actively seeking employment. However, the…
The Peoples Democratic Power (PDP) candidate for the Surulere 1 House of Representatives by-election, Mr Jerry Afemikhe, says he is impressed with the conduct so far. Afemikhe, while speaking to the Newsmen on Saturday, commended the Independent National Electoral Committee (INEC) for conducting an election free of rancour. “The election has been calm without issues….
The president of the Republic of Angola, João Lourenço, has said he is happy with the team’s performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Palancas Negras were eliminated from the competition by Nigeria on Friday. It was the third time they had made it to the AFCON quarter-final. Ademola Lookman scored the only…
Voting was disrupted on Saturday in the Akoko North-East and Akoko North-West Federal Constituency by-election at Unit 5, Ward 13 in Oyinmo, Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State, when suspected political thugs snatched the ballot box. Eyewitnesses told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the attack by the hoodlums caused panic with many voters taking to their…
In a groundbreaking initiative, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) is poised to revolutionize its academic curriculum, aligning it with the dynamic demands of the contemporary job market. The institution, under the visionary leadership of Rector Dr Ibraheem Abdul, is set to integrate cutting-edge technologies, specifically Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, into the educational framework. Dr…
Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo, commended Ademola Lookman for his stellar performance in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, particularly in the match against Angola where his first-half strike proved pivotal in securing Nigeria’s spot in the semi-final. Lookman, with three goals to his name, currently holds the title of the team’s leading goal-scorer…
Barcelona’s helm, Xavi Hernandez, alleges that Real Madrid is systematically influencing referees in Spain through their television network. Reiterating his previous assertion of LaLiga officials displaying favoritism towards Madrid, Xavi contends that this bias impedes Barcelona’s competitiveness in the title race. Undeterred, he underscores the ongoing influence exerted by Madrid on referees and laments the…
The Naira concluded the week on a positive note, experiencing a marginal appreciation against the US Dollar in the Foreign Market, driven by strategic interventions by the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to data from FMDQ, the Naira strengthened to N1,435.53 per US Dollar on Friday, marking a noteworthy 1.8% or 26.37 gain compared to…
In a significant development, the preeminent accounting institution in Nigeria, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), has announced the appointment of Dr. Musibau Olasunkanmi as its new Registrar/Chief Executive. This revelation surfaced through an official statement released by ICAN on Friday. According to the statement, the decision to appoint Olasunkanmi was sanctioned by…
The Acting Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, firmly asserts the irreversible commitment to regulate digital money lenders in the nation. In an exclusive interview with Channels Television, Abdullahi unveiled the commission’s dedication to formulating new regulations aimed at purging the sector of illegal lenders and…
There are several steps one can take to reposition oneself for greater success. These include identifying and building on one’s strengths, setting goals and taking actionable steps to achieve them, networking and collaborating with others, and continually learning and growing. Taking the time to reflect and assess one’s progress is also essential for achieving long-term…
When artists step onto the stage for the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, all except one of the nominees for the newly created Best African Music category will be Nigerians. For the country’s creative industry leaders, the dominance of Afrobeats stars like Burna Boy and Ayra Starr at music’s biggest accolade is recognition…
Fuji legend, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as Kwam 1, has expressed concerns about the growing economic hardship and widespread insecurity under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. A popular fan of the President, Kwam 1, could be heard complaining about the state of affairs in Nigeria in a video that went viral. While performing at a recent…
Projections from the World Health Organization, WHO, show that there will be over 35 million new cases of cancer by 2050—a 77 percent increase over the projected 20 million cases in 2022. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the cancer agency of the WHO, released a new report ahead of World Cancer Day…
Sports Development Minister, Senator John Owan Eno, has sent a heartfelt message to the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they prepare to face the Palancas Negras of Angola in the first quarter-final match of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire on Friday evening. He praised the team for their outstanding performance…
By Daniel Blessing Enobong. Department of Mass communication. The Polythenic Ile-Ife, Osun State Mindfulness is the art of being fully present in the moment, without judgement or attachment to thoughts or emotions. In this article, we will explore the incrediblepower of mindfulness and how it can transform our lives.Mindfulness allows us to become aware on…
.. condemns encroachment of schools’ land The Ogun State House of Assembly has called for the deployment of local security, especially the Amotekun Corps, to complement the conventional security agencies in protecting lives and property of the people. The call became necessary following the rising spate of insecurity, especially kidnapping and ritual killings, in the…
Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday, February 1, 2024, convicted and sentenced one Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin, an actress, to six months imprisonment for spraying and stepping on the new naira notes at a social event in Lagos State. She was first arraigned on February 13, 2023, by the…
Mutiu Adepoju, Nigerian ex-international, has urged the Super Eagles to keep their defence strong and maintain their style of play in their next match against Angola in the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) competition in Cote d`Ivoire. Adepoju, who was part of the Eagles squad that conquered the continent in Tunisia in 1994, said…
Nigerian music sensation, Davido, acclaimed for his Grammy-nominated status, expressed gratitude for the inception of the Best African Music Performance category at the Grammys, deeming it as a manifestation of divine timing. In an exclusive interview with France 24, the artist reflected on the global emergence of African music and culture, asserting their enduring dominance,…
The Federal Government has issued a stern call to miners nationwide, emphasizing the imperative adherence to proper licensing procedures before initiating operations. Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, conveyed this directive during a convened session with licensed mineral holders, laterite, and sand operators in Kaduna State on Thursday. In his address, the…
Renowned Nigerian artist, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, asserts his worthiness of previous Grammy accolades, highlighting his three nominations at the upcoming 66th Grammy Awards. In an exclusive interview with France 24, Davido expresses gratitude to the Recording Academy for acknowledging his album ‘Timeless’ in the Best Global Music Album category. Confident in his…
Super Eagles’ skilled goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, has received the green light to participate in the upcoming clash between the Super Eagles and Angola this Friday, according to a report by DAILY POST. Nwabali’s participation had been uncertain due to a minor ligament injury sustained during the Super Eagles’ triumphant Round of 16 encounter against Cameroon….
In a press announcement, the Ekiti State Government revealed its ambitious plan to allocate N600 million for power interventions in the upcoming year, as outlined by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Niyi Adebayo. The disclosure occurred during the presentation of the N159.5 billion budget, aptly named the “Budget of Sustainable Growth and Development”…
