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The federal government has dismissed rumours that the Murtala Muhammed Expressway in Abuja has been renamed as Wole Soyinka Way. The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, clarified this in a statement on Monday, June 17, noting that…
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Nigerian singer Eedris Abdulkareem has stirred controversy with his latest satirical song titled ‘Emilokan’, where he takes aim at prominent figures including Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the senior pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God…
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In a dramatic turn of events, youths in Rivers State have taken to the streets, shutting down the Asari Toru Local Government Secretariat. Their demand? The immediate removal of their Chairman as his tenure comes to an end. This incident is…
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In a recent development, MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, has readjusted its subscription prices following a court order. This change has significant implications for subscribers and the company’s business model. This…
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A 62-year-old woman, Beatrice Safiu, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for killing her husband, has been freed. Mrs Safiu, a mother of 6, who lived with her husband, Oluwatoyin Morufu Safiu, at Igere, Ihunusa Opic Extension, Agbara,…
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Labour Minimum Wage: Market Realities Peg Ideal Minimum Wage for Nigerian Workers at N104,400. Nigerian minimum wage earners will need to be handed at least N104,400 monthly to retain the material satisfaction that a N30,000 take-home…
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Jordanian Pilgrim in Mecca Dies After Shouting Anti-Israel and Pro-Hamas Slogans In a dramatic turn of events during a pilgrimage in Mecca, a Jordanian pilgrim tragically passed away shortly after shouting controversial slogans.…
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Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has felicitated the Muslim ummah in the state and across the nation on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir, calling for love, tolerance, peace, unity, and a sense of sacrifice among…
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Veteran Nollywood Actress Stella Ikwuegbu Passes Away. Veteran Nollywood actress Stella Ikwuegbu has sadly passed away. The news was confirmed on Sunday by prominent movie producer Stanley Nwoko, also known as Stanley Ontop, through his…
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Crisis erupted in the ancient town of Ekosin, Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State on Sunday morning over the alleged imposition of a traditional ruler. DAILY POST gathered that some members of a ruling house identified as…
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Niger Tornadoes head coach Majin Mohammed has blamed missed chances for his team’s defeat against Heartland. The Ikon Allah Boys suffered a 1-0 defeat against Heartland at the Dan Anyiam Stadium on Saturday. Chukwudi Esobe scored…
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The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Osun State has called on the state government to expedite action on critical infrastructure development, particularly in the areas of road construction, healthcare, and education, to ensure a better…
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Rising Unemployment in Nigeria: 300 Companies Closed, 380,000 Jobs Lost in Two Months.  PenCom Disburses N14.2 Billion to 8,651 Nigerians In a concerning development for Nigeria's economy, over 300 companies have shut down…
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The centenary celebration committee of Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha, popularly known as DMGS, has stated that the cause of the collapse of its five-story building is yet to be ascertained. A five-story structure being built for…
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Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq and eminent personalities of the Ilorin Emirate joined Muslim faithful to observe the two rakah prayers to mark this year’s Eid-el Kabir celebration held at the Ilorin Central Praying Ground. The…
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Suspected gunmen have unleashed a tragic assault on Dudun Doki village in Gwadabawa local government area of Sokoto state. Eyewitnesses report that the assailants raided the village around 1:30 am on Sunday, catching residents unaware…
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Who is a Father and When is Father's Day.  Father's Day is a special occasion dedicated to honouring the incredible role fathers play in our lives. It is a day to celebrate fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in…
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The Nigeria Premier Football League has announced a new kick-off time for the matchday 37 fixture between Bayelsa United and Shooting Stars. The match, slated for the Samson Siasia Stadium at 2 PM on Sunday, June 17, 2024, has been moved…
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Eid al Adha 2024: Wishes, Images, WhatsApp Messages, Quotes, and Facebook Status to Wish Bakrid Mubarak to Loved Ones.  As the crescent moon heralds the arrival of Dhul Hijjah, Muslims worldwide prepare to celebrate…
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Bandits Kidnap Fouani Group MD Mohamed Fouani, Two Others in Lagos Ambush; Demand $1.5 Million Ransom. In a brazen daylight attack, armed bandits kidnapped Mohamed Fouani, the Managing Director of Fouani Group, along with at…
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