Military Tightens Security Ahead of Eid Celebrations
The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, has assured residents of the region of enhanced security measures ahead of the Eid El Kabir celebrations scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2026. In a statement issued ahead of the festivities, the military said troops had been strategically deployed across vulnerable areas in the North-East […]
Emir of Ilorin Sends Message to Nigerian Pilgrims
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has extended goodwill messages to Nigerian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia ahead of the Arafat rites for the 2026 Hajj. In a statement issued on Monday through his spokesman, Dr. Abdulazeez Arowona, the monarch described the gathering at the […]
Kwara Pilgrims Set for Movement to Muna
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board says preparations have been completed for the movement of pilgrims from the state to Muna, near Mecca, ahead of key Hajj rites. Chairman of the Board, Prof. Moshood Mahmood Jimba, said pilgrims would begin moving to Muna in batches for the Jamarat exercise, with the relocation expected to […]
EU Launches €4.5m Peace Initiative in Sokoto
The European Union has launched a €4.5 million conflict prevention and resilience project in Sokoto State aimed at tackling insecurity, climate-related challenges, displacement, and economic vulnerability. The initiative, known as RECAP Resilience, Engagement and Conflict Prevention for At-Risk Populations’ Protection in Sokoto State was unveiled on Wednesday during an stakeholders’ meeting in Sokoto. The 18-month […]
NAF Intensifies Airstrikes on Terrorist Hideouts
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has stepped up counterterrorism operations in the North-East, carrying out coordinated airstrikes on suspected insurgent strongholds in Adamawa and Borno states. According to the Air Force, the operations were conducted on May 19 under the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, targeting Bukar Meram in the Southern Tumbuns […]
Oyo Youths Protest School Abductions, Insecurity
Protests erupted in Oyo State on Wednesday as youths and residents took to the streets to demand the safe return of students and teachers abducted in recent attacks across the state. In videos seen by DAILY POST, demonstrators in Ogbomoso were heard chanting “Bring back our children” and “Free our children and teachers,” as they […]
FAAN Tightens Ebola Screening at Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced enhanced health surveillance measures at international airports following the recent Ebola Virus Disease outbreak reported in parts of Central Africa. In a statement issued on Wednesday by FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, the authority said it is collaborating with the Nigeria […]
Imo Communities Protest Rising Insecurity, Kidnappings
Three communities in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State Ezi-Obodo, Ezi-Okele, and Ihiagwa on Tuesday staged a peaceful protest over rising insecurity, including reported cases of kidnappings and killings allegedly linked to herdsmen operating in the area. Residents, including youths, women, elders, and community leaders, marched through major roads within the communities carrying […]
Breaking…. Why I want Amb. Yahaya Seriki to succeed me as Governor in 2027–Gov. AbdulRazaq
Following extensive consultations with party structures and leadership, I am pleased to endorse Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki (MFR) as my preferred successor under the platform of our party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). Young, pro-people, astute, and broad-minded, Amb. Yahaya Seriki has been a great political mobiliser with profound investments in and extensive goodwill among […]
El-Rufai Trial Continues Over Alleged NSA Call Interception
The trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai continued on Tuesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where the prosecution presented evidence relating to allegations of treason and breach of national security. The case centres on claims that El-Rufai referenced the interception of a private telephone conversation involving the National Security Adviser (NSA). […]
