No fewer than 11 aspirants purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election in Oyo State, DAILY POST reports. Eight of the aspirants are indigenes of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, while two are from the Oke Ogun geopolitical zone. DAILY […]
2027: Eight Ibadan men, three others battle for Oyo APC guber ticket
]]>No fewer than 11 aspirants purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election in Oyo State, DAILY POST reports.
Eight of the aspirants are indigenes of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, while two are from the Oke Ogun geopolitical zone.
DAILY POST also learnt that one indigene of Ogbomoso purchased the APC form.
The eleven aspirants who have been screened by the party in Abuja are Senator Sharafadeen Alli (Ibadan), Mr Bayo Adelabu (Ibadan), Dr Adewale Kareem (Ibadan), Barrister Akeem Agbaje (Ibadan) and Engineer Akeem Alao (Ibadan).
Others are Dr Ayobami Lam-Adesina (Ibadan), Prince Asanke Asatola (Ibadan) and Mr Ololade Usman (Ibadan).
The rest are Senator Abdulfatai Buhari (Ogbomoso), Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin (Oke Ogun) and Engineer Rauf Olaniyan (Oke Ogun).
DAILY POST reports that there are five political zones in Oyo State, cutting across the 33 local government areas in the state. They include: Ibadan, Ibarapa, Ogbomoso, Oke Ogun and Oyo.
DAILY POST reports that since the beginning of the current fourth republic in 1999, all the governors in the state came from Ibadan except the late Adebayo Alao-Akala who hailed from Ogbomoso.
Late Alhaji Lamidi Adesina who ruled between 1999 and 2003 is from Ibadan South East local government area.
The current Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba, Rasidi Ladoja Ladoja who ruled between 2003 and 2007 is from Ibadan South West, but lives in Ibadan North local government area.
Late Adebayo Alao-Akala was the only person from outside Ibadan to occupy that position since 1999.
Alao-Akala ruled between 2007 and 2011. Alao-Akala hailed from Ogbomoso North local government area.
Late Abiola Ajimobi who hailed from Ibadan South East, lived in Ibadan South West local government area before he died in 2020. Ajimobi was the first governor to spend two terms and ruled between 2011 and 2019.
The current governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, who is expected to finish his second term in 2027, hails from Ona Ara local government area but votes in Ibadan North East local government area.
Our correspondent reports that this time around, the race to Agodi government house within the APC is between eight Ibadan men, two Oke Ogun indigenes and one Ogbomoso man.
As of the time of filing this report, all the 11 aspirants have been screened by the party.
They are going to slog it out for the APC ticket ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election, with so much underground politicking already going on.
A chieftain of the party in one of the local government areas in Ibadan, noted that the party had taken a decision to pick someone as a consensus candidate.
The APC chieftain, who spoke with DAILY POST on Monday, claimed that one of the aspirants has emerged as the consensus candidate.
He said, “I am the party’s returning officer in my local government. The party has taken a decision over the selection of the flag bearer. We have been told the consensus candidate.“
Meanwhile, a senior lecturer at Lead City University, Ibadan, Dr Bayonle Busari, described the multiple number of aspirants in APC as a welcome development.
He said that the emergence of the candidate should not be a matter of where they come from but a matter of their pedigree.
He said, “I see the number of aspirants for the gubernatorial ticket in the APC as a welcome development, particularly if you consider the credentials and calibre of the aspirants.
“We have a former federal minister and former deputy governor of the Central Bank, a former deputy governor of the state, a serving senator of the Federal Republic, engineers, international entrepreneurs, technocrats, and financial experts. They are eminently qualified citizens of the state in their own individual right.
“I would rather not see any of the aspirants from where they hail from but be concerned about their pedigree, antecedents, and how they can bring about expected deliverables to better the lots of the state and her downtrodden citizens.
“It is high time we began looking at the quality of someone who aspired to public office rather than being concerned with their origin, except if this will have a bearing on the performance in the office they seek to occupy.”
2027: Eight Ibadan men, three others battle for Oyo APC guber ticket
]]>The stage is set for the UEFA Europa League final between Aston Villa and Freiburg on Wednesday night in Turkey. DAILY POST reports that Aston Villa will look to end a 44-year wait for major European silverware when they face Freiburg in the Europa League final at Tüpraş Stadium, Istanbul. On paper, Aston Villa are favourites against […]
]]>The stage is set for the UEFA Europa League final between Aston Villa and Freiburg on Wednesday night in Turkey.
DAILY POST reports that Aston Villa will look to end a 44-year wait for major European silverware when they face Freiburg in the Europa League final at Tüpraş Stadium, Istanbul.
On paper, Aston Villa are favourites against the German Bundesliga side, who are playing the biggest match in their history.
The last time Aston Villa won a major trophy in Europe was in 1982 when they won the European Cup, the first in their history, after beating Bayern Munich 1-0 in the final in Rotterdam
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has experience in the Europa League. The Spaniard has been in the Europa League final on six occasions.
The 54-year-old won the Europa League three times with Sevilla and once with Villarreal, while finishing runner-up with Arsenal in a 2019 defeat by Chelsea.
Emery’s side head to the game following a 4-1 aggregate win against Nottingham Forest in the semi-finals earlier this month.
They also defeated Liverpool 4-2 in the Premier League in their last game last Friday.
Aston Villa currently occupies the fourth position on the Premier League table behind Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal.
Freiburg, on the other hand, defeated Braga 4-3 on aggregate in the last-4 stage to advance to the final, their first in the club’s history.
Julian Schuster’s side head to the game after thrashing RB Leipzig 4-1 in the Bundesliga last Saturday.
Freiburg currently sits in the seventh position on the Bundesliga table behind Bayer Leverkusen, Hoffenheim, Stuttgart, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Bayern Munich.
Speaking with DAILY POST ahead of the encounter on Wednesday, Saheed Afolabi, who works at Clear TV, gave his view on the Europa League final.
“It’s going to be a big encounter between Aston Villa and Freiburg because Freiburg are in seventh position in the Bundesliga table, while Aston Villa is in fourth position at the table in the Premier League,” Affolabi said.
“I will be tipping Aston Villa to go through and win the Europa League because of the calibre of players they have and their recent big win against Liverpool.
“For me, the win against Liverpool in the Premier League is a big statement that they will give their all against Freiburg.
“So, I expect Aston Villa to win the Europa League final,” he said.
]]>The Senator representing Delta North, Ned Nwoko, has alleged that the results of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primaries in the region were manipulated by the State Government. Nwoko maintained that he was the rightful winner of the primary election. DAILY POST recalls that Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, a former governor of the State, was announced […]
Delta APC primary: ‘I defeated Okowa, there’s evidence’ – Ned Nwoko insists
]]>The Senator representing Delta North, Ned Nwoko, has alleged that the results of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primaries in the region were manipulated by the State Government.
Nwoko maintained that he was the rightful winner of the primary election.
DAILY POST recalls that Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, a former governor of the State, was announced as the winner of the primary election.
However, during an appearance on Arise News, Nwoko disputed the results of the primary election, asserting that he was the true winner.
He said, “The APC primaries for Delta North were conducted across 98 wards. I possess video evidence from each ward demonstrating that I won the election, and I intend to present it to the party.
“Midway through the process, we were informed that no results would be disclosed at the ward level.
“We were led to believe that the results would be revealed at the national level, and we expected the party to adhere to proper procedures.
“Instead, we were abruptly given a result from a single ward that is closely associated with the former governor, and this result was utilized as the basis for declaring the winner. The governor of Delta State is colluding with Senator Okowa.”
Delta APC primary: ‘I defeated Okowa, there’s evidence’ – Ned Nwoko insists
]]>A 52-year-old man has been apprehended by the Kogi State Police Command for allegedly having 339 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp in Kabba, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Kankarofi, while addressing newsmen on Tuesday explained that through intelligence-led policing, strategic stop-and-search operations, and proactive crime prevention measures, the […]
Police nab man over alleged possession of 339 wraps of Indian hemp in Kogi
]]>A 52-year-old man has been apprehended by the Kogi State Police Command for allegedly having 339 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp in Kabba, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of the state.
The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Kankarofi, while addressing newsmen on Tuesday explained that through intelligence-led policing, strategic stop-and-search operations, and proactive crime prevention measures, the arrest was made on May 9, 2026, at about 2:00pm.
According to the CP, “Operatives attached to the area command in Kabba intercepted a Honda Pilot Jeep with registration number LSD 456 GE during a routine stop-and-search operation.”
Kankarofi said the vehicle was driven by one Chris Amos, 52, while one Bilat Joseph was seated as a passenger, stressing that upon conducting a thorough search of the vehicle, the operatives discovered 339 wraps of substances reasonably suspected to be Indian hemp concealed inside the vehicle.
Preliminary investigations, according to him, showed that the suspects allegedly picked up the consignment from Ado-Ekiti in Ekiti State on the instruction of a man identified simply as “Alhaji,” whose full identity and whereabouts are still unknown.
The suspects further stated that the illicit substance was to be delivered to Yola, Adamawa State, saying that the suspects are currently in police custody, while the exhibits have been secured pending the conclusion of investigations.
The commissioner further explained that diligent prosecution of all those connected with the crime would be carried out, assuring that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal network.
Police nab man over alleged possession of 339 wraps of Indian hemp in Kogi
]]>Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba State, have neutralised two suspected bandits during a well-coordinated clearance operation. Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, in a statement, said the success followed credible intelligence received from […]
Troops neutralize two suspected bandits, recover arms in Taraba
]]>Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba State, have neutralised two suspected bandits during a well-coordinated clearance operation.
Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, in a statement, said the success followed credible intelligence received from a reliable source on May 18, 2026, regarding the activities of suspected bandits at a hideout around Dooshima District in the Sarkin Kudu area of Ibi LGA.
The statement said that during the encounter, troops successfully neutralised two suspected bandits, while others escaped with suspected gunshot wounds.
Items recovered include: one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one locally fabricated pistol, one Android phone, three small mobile phones, two charm vests and other personal items.
It said the recovered items are currently in custody and will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.
It added that the Commander, 6 Brigade NA/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, commended the troops for their courage, bold handling and swift response.
Troops neutralize two suspected bandits, recover arms in Taraba
]]>Premier League icon, Alan Shearer has forecast Pep Guardiola’s forthcoming position as the Spaniard prepares to depart from Manchester City this summer. Shearer is of the opinion that the ex-Barcelona manager will transition into international management as his next endeavor. The final Premier League match of the season against Aston Villa on Sunday is increasingly anticipated to […]
EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Pep Guardiola’s next job as he leaves Man City
]]>Premier League icon, Alan Shearer has forecast Pep Guardiola’s forthcoming position as the Spaniard prepares to depart from Manchester City this summer.
Shearer is of the opinion that the ex-Barcelona manager will transition into international management as his next endeavor.
The final Premier League match of the season against Aston Villa on Sunday is increasingly anticipated to be the Spaniard’s last game in charge after a decade of leadership.
Shearer suggests that it may take some time before Guardiola resumes management duties.
The 55-year-old has previously been associated with the Brazil national team position, and the former England captain believes that international management could be a fitting role for Guardiola following ten years of relentless pressure and achievement at City.
He remarked to Betfair, “What lies ahead for Pep Guardiola after City? A break! I believe it will resemble what we have observed in the past; he might take a year off and then return revitalized and ready to go again.
“I can envision him leading an international team; I won’t claim it’s less demanding, but perhaps it won’t be as intense, presenting a different challenge for him.”
It has been widely reported that former Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca is set to succeed him at the Etihad Stadium.
EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Pep Guardiola’s next job as he leaves Man City
]]>Former Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger, has congratulated the Premier League club for winning the title again. Wenger was the last manager to win it for the Gunners, after going unbeaten in the 2003/2004 campaign. The Frenchman was featured in a celebratory post from Arsenal’s verified X account on Tuesday night. “You did it. Champions go on when […]
EPL: You did it – Wenger reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
]]>Former Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger, has congratulated the Premier League club for winning the title again.
Wenger was the last manager to win it for the Gunners, after going unbeaten in the 2003/2004 campaign.
The Frenchman was featured in a celebratory post from Arsenal’s verified X account on Tuesday night.
“You did it. Champions go on when others stop. This is your time. Now, go on and enjoy every moment,” Wenger said.
Arsenal have won the title with Mikel Arteta was their manager.
Arteta is one of the signings Wenger made on deadline day in August 2011.
EPL: You did it – Wenger reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
]]>British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer and Arsenal midfielder, Declan Rice were among the first to react on social media after the Gunners ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League title on Tuesday. This follows Manchester City’s Premier League 1-1 draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday night. The outcome of the match ensured Mikel Arteta’s side are champions with […]
EPL: ‘Finally, it’s done’ – Starmer, Rice, others react as Arsenal end 22-year title drought
]]>British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer and Arsenal midfielder, Declan Rice were among the first to react on social media after the Gunners ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League title on Tuesday.
This follows Manchester City’s Premier League 1-1 draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday night.
The outcome of the match ensured Mikel Arteta’s side are champions with a game to spare.
Reacting, Starmer, an Arsenal fan, wrote on X: “22 long years for Arsenal. But finally, we’re back where we belong. Champions!”
Similarly, Rice wrote on Instagram, “I told you all… It’s done!”
On his part, Arsenal full-back Jurrien Timber also took to X, writing: “How good is God, man?”
Also, former Arsenal midfielder, Mohamed Elneny, wrote on X: “I can’t describe my feelings right now.
“Football always gives back to those who keep believing. To the fans who kept believing, you deserve this. Arsenal, the club that will stay in my heart forever, you deserve this…
“The players and everyone at the club who made it happen, you deserve this. Congratulations to the best club in the world.”
Also, former Arsenal goalkeeper, David Seaman, wrote: “Longest 22 years (and three minutes) of MY LIFE…”
EPL: ‘Finally, it’s done’ – Starmer, Rice, others react as Arsenal end 22-year title drought
]]>Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East, Operation HADIN KAI OPHK, have repelled a terrorist attack, arrested suspected collaborators and rescued kidnapped victims during ongoing operations across the region. The development was disclosed in a statement posted on the official page of the Nigerian Army. According to the statement, troops deployed at the Forward […]
Troops repel terrorist attack, rescue kidnapped victims in North-East operations
]]>Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East, Operation HADIN KAI OPHK, have repelled a terrorist attack, arrested suspected collaborators and rescued kidnapped victims during ongoing operations across the region.
The development was disclosed in a statement posted on the official page of the Nigerian Army.
According to the statement, troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base, Gajibo, successfully thwarted an attack launched by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters who reportedly advanced towards the town on motorcycles from different directions.
The military stated that troops responded with heavy firepower, including mortar engagement, forcing the attackers to retreat while ammunition and other combat items were later recovered from the area.
No casualty was recorded among troops during the operation.
In a related development, troops working alongside members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, CJTF, reportedly arrested two suspected Boko Haram collaborators in Gubio town.
The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation.
The military also disclosed that troops arrested a suspected logistics supplier identified as Umar Ahmadu in Gwoza following intelligence obtained from a surrendered terrorist associate.
According to the statement, the suspect allegedly confessed to supplying items to terrorists on several occasions.
The statement further noted that a 17-year-old relative of a terrorist surrendered to troops along the Gwoza-Limankara axis after reportedly escaping from a terrorist enclave in the Mandara Mountains.
Troops also rescued two male victims abducted from Mafa town after they reportedly escaped from captivity under poor visibility conditions.
“These coordinated operations highlight the sustained pressure being mounted on terrorist elements, targeting their mobility, logistics networks, and support structures,” the statement read.
Troops repel terrorist attack, rescue kidnapped victims in North-East operations
]]>Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has said that President Bola Tinubu does not trust him as an Igbo man. He said that one of the reasons he would not expect the President to receive him with open arms is because he had worked for Mr Peter Obi […]
2027: Tinubu doesn’t trust me as Igbo man – Cubana Chief Priest
]]>Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has said that President Bola Tinubu does not trust him as an Igbo man.
He said that one of the reasons he would not expect the President to receive him with open arms is because he had worked for Mr Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election.
Recalll that Cubana Chief Priest picked the All progressive Congress, APC, House of Representatives nomination form to run for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency in Imo State.
He lost his bid to secure the APC ticket, but later told his followers that he never contested in the first place.
DAILY POST reports that the nightlife promoter, who serves as the Imo State Coordinator of the City Boys Movement, threw his weight behind Tinubu, saying he does not want to lose for a second time with Peter Obi.
He believes strongly that Peter Obi stands no chance of winning the 2027 presidential election.
Social media reactions on Cubana Chief Priest’s defeat was swift, with many users mocking him and suggesting he underestimated the ruthlessness of Nigerian politics.
Following the result, Seyi Tinubu, the son of the President, sent a message of encouragement to him in a post shared on his Instagram page, which was later reposted by Cubana Chief Priest.
Seyi advised him not to be discouraged by the outcome, noting that setbacks can lead to future success.
But speaking in chat with Peller on Tuesday evening, Cubana Chief Priest said, “Let me tell you, as I am now, Tinubu doesn’t really trust me as an Igbo man. He looks at me with one eye. He is still like ‘this one that has worked for Peter Obi before’.
He went on to explain that he worked for Peter Obi in 2023 but had to abandon the former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party because he believes Obi cannot defeat Tinubu.
2027: Tinubu doesn’t trust me as Igbo man – Cubana Chief Priest
]]>Inter Milan captain, Lautaro Martinez, has named Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane as the best striker in the world at the moment. The Argentine striker believes Kane is ahead of Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland because of his ball control, link-up play, and reading of the game. “Harry Kane,” Martinez told Gazzetta dello Sport when asked […]
]]>Inter Milan captain, Lautaro Martinez, has named Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane as the best striker in the world at the moment.
The Argentine striker believes Kane is ahead of Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland because of his ball control, link-up play, and reading of the game.
“Harry Kane,” Martinez told Gazzetta dello Sport when asked to name the best striker in the world.
“I put him ahead of Haaland for the way he controls the ball, links up and reads the game, and also his headers. He’s a phenomenon.”
Kane has netted 58 goals this season across all competitions for Bayern.
The England skipper recently led Vincent Kompany’s side to the Bundesliga title.
He could yet seal a domestic double when Bayern clash with Stuttgart in Saturday’s DFB-Pokal final.
]]>Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has commended Premier League-winning manager Mikel Arteta, characterizing the Spanish tactician as one who possesses ‘some of Pep Guardiola’s intellect’ along with a fighter’s mentality. Arteta led Arsenal to the Premier League title after Manchester City was held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Tuesday evening. The […]
EPL: ‘Guardiola’s brain’ – Sunday Oliseh reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
]]>Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has commended Premier League-winning manager Mikel Arteta, characterizing the Spanish tactician as one who possesses ‘some of Pep Guardiola’s intellect’ along with a fighter’s mentality.
Arteta led Arsenal to the Premier League title after Manchester City was held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Tuesday evening.
The title victory signifies Arsenal’s first league championship in over 20 years and also marks Arteta’s first significant trophy in the past five years.
During an appearance on Global Football Insights With Oliseh, the retired Nigeria international praised Arteta’s tactical development, leadership approach, and his capability to transform Arsenal into a title-contending team.
The former Nigeria international said, “Mikel Arteta is the ruler of the new era. He serves as the connection. He possesses some of Pep’s intellect and the fighting spirit of a captain.
“Similar to Pep, Arteta initiated a cultural overhaul. He let go of Mesut Ozil, the club’s most gifted creator at that time. The decision was influenced by the contract situation, advancing age, and injury concerns.”
Oliseh also acknowledged Arteta’s focus on tactical discipline, collective pressing, and positional adaptability as key factors in Arsenal’s transformation.
He said, “Arteta’s focus on collective pressing and discipline has been crucial in reshaping the club’s culture.
“An examination of the hybrid numbers will clarify this further. Consider Declan Rice and Kai Havertz; Arteta does not seek specialists, but rather players who can provide heat maps and run.
“He wants players capable of winning a header in their own box and scoring a tap-in at the opposite end within ten seconds. He has initiated a revolution in set-pieces.
“Arteta engaged specialist coaches to transform corner kicks and free kicks into mathematical certainties. He approaches every dead ball scenario as if it were a scripted play in American football.
“During the 2023 campaign, his constant coaching caused the team to reach a breaking point. His intensity led the players to perform with fear rather than fluidity, which contributed to their title loss.
“Reflecting on the title contender transformation of 2024/2025, Arteta adjusted his high-pressing 4-3-3 formation into a more balanced system that effectively countered elite counterattacks.
“By merging Guardiola’s strategic positioning with his own combative intensity, he has positioned himself to contend for significant trophies and demonstrate that the disciple has developed his own major blueprint.”
EPL: ‘Guardiola’s brain’ – Sunday Oliseh reacts as Arteta wins title with Arsenal
]]>Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed his side lacked the pace to compete with Bournemouth, as they drew 1-1 on Tuesday night. The result at the Vitality Stadium saw Arsenal confirmed as Premier League champions. Kroupi Jr opened the scoring for the Cherries, before Erling Haaland’s last-gasp equalizer earned a point for City. Guardiola, whose side […]
EPL: Why Man City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth – Guardiola speaks as Arsenal win title
]]>Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed his side lacked the pace to compete with Bournemouth, as they drew 1-1 on Tuesday night.
The result at the Vitality Stadium saw Arsenal confirmed as Premier League champions.
Kroupi Jr opened the scoring for the Cherries, before Erling Haaland’s last-gasp equalizer earned a point for City.
Guardiola, whose side beat Chelsea 1-0 to win the FA Cup last weekend, blamed fatigue for the poor outing.
He said: “Today we missed that pace, situation that is required to play against Bournemouth. They are a really good side.
“The travel to London from the Chelsea game meant it was not a really good final. Our calendar in this part of the season was really tough.”
EPL: Why Man City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth – Guardiola speaks as Arsenal win title
]]>Five suspected cultists have been arrested by operatives of the Kwara State Police command, DAILY POST reports. Their arrest is coming on the heels of the Violent Crimes Response Unit, VCRU, established recently by the command to reinforce intelligence-led crime fighting. Its first major field operation was conducted on 18th May, 2026 at Kilanko […]
]]>Five suspected cultists have been arrested by operatives of the Kwara State Police command, DAILY POST reports.
Their arrest is coming on the heels of the Violent Crimes Response Unit, VCRU, established recently by the command to reinforce intelligence-led crime fighting.
Its first major field operation was conducted on 18th May, 2026 at Kilanko and Post Office black spots in Ilorin metropolis, targeting suspected cultists’ hideouts and criminal enclaves linked to violent activities, according to a statement by the spokesperson of the command, SP Adetoun Ejire Adeyemi, in Ilorin on Tuesday.
”Acting on credible intelligence and in line with the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Rilwan Disu, operatives of the unit, in collaboration with community policing stakeholders and the VGN Special Squad led by Kayode Usman, executed a coordinated operation that led to the disruption of identified criminal hideouts.
”During the operation, AbdulRahman Jimoh, popularly known as Kangol, a notorious suspected cultist who had long been on the unit’s watchlist for his alleged involvement in various cult-related activities and other violent crimes within Ilorin metropolis, was arrested at about 2100hrs at the Post Office axis.
“A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of suspected hard drugs. In a related sweep at Kilanko, four additional suspected cult members were also arrested,” he said.
The spokesperson said the operation underscored the unit’s sustained intelligence-driven approach to tracking, disrupting, and neutralizing violent criminal elements across the state.
Investigation is ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The state Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, commended the personnel of the VCRU for their professionalism, courage, swift response, and commitment to intelligence-driven policing in the fight against violent crimes across the state.
Ojo reassured residents of the state of the command’s unwavering resolve to sustain aggressive operations against criminal elements, while issuing a stern warning to cultists, drug peddlers, and all other criminal actors to stay clear of the state or face the full weight of the law.
]]>A senatorial aspirant for Ekiti North Senatorial District, Otunba Oluwadare Owolabi, has called for the cancellation of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election held on Monday, May 18, 2026, citing alleged irregularities and violence during the exercise. Owolabi made the demand while addressing journalists shortly after the primaries conducted across the district, which covers […]
Ekiti North APC Senatorial primary failed to meet standard – Dare Owolabi demands cancellation
]]>A senatorial aspirant for Ekiti North Senatorial District, Otunba Oluwadare Owolabi, has called for the cancellation of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election held on Monday, May 18, 2026, citing alleged irregularities and violence during the exercise.
Owolabi made the demand while addressing journalists shortly after the primaries conducted across the district, which covers Ikole, Oye, Moba, Ilejemeje and Ido-Osi local government areas of Ekiti State.
According to him, the process failed to meet democratic standards and should not be regarded as a credible primary election.
“There was no proper accreditation and the votes were not counted the way they should have been counted. What happened yesterday cannot be described as a free and fair election,” he said.
The aspirant alleged that officials deployed to supervise the election were government employees, compromising the neutrality of the exercise.
He also accused organizers of deliberately disrupting the venue, creating panic among party members and supporters.
“People ran for their lives because the venue became chaotic. I consider what happened an act of terrorism against democracy,” Owolabi maintained.
He rejected the result announced after the exercise, stating that the figures credited to him did not reflect the actual votes cast by his supporters.
While the official result allocated to him was about 2,800 votes, he said reports from his supporters indicated he secured about 4,341 votes.
“The result announced yesterday was not correct. The votes attributed to me were far below what my supporters confirmed,” Owolabi said.
Owolabi called for the immediate cancellation of the primary and demanded a fresh exercise conducted under a transparent and credible process.
Ekiti North APC Senatorial primary failed to meet standard – Dare Owolabi demands cancellation
]]>Edo State Police Command and members of the State Security Corps (ESSC), including hunters, have rescued a 57-year-old woman abducted by suspected kidnappers in the State. The woman identified as Mrs Vivian George was reportedly abducted on May 16, 2026, at about 9:45 am while on the way to the farm with her son at […]
Police, local vigilantes, hunters rescue abducted 57-year-old woman in Edo
]]>Edo State Police Command and members of the State Security Corps (ESSC), including hunters, have rescued a 57-year-old woman abducted by suspected kidnappers in the State.
The woman identified as Mrs Vivian George was reportedly abducted on May 16, 2026, at about 9:45 am while on the way to the farm with her son at Ottah community, Igbanke in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of the State.
The Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem disclosed this to newsmen in a statement on Tuesday, in Benin City.
Ikoedem said the 18-year-old son of the victim identified as Chinedu George who was kidnapped along with the mother reported the incident after escaping from the abductors.
She said the rescue followed a swift and aggressive bush combing operation in the community.
According to her, upon receipt of the report, operatives of the Division immediately mobilised detectives alongside members of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), and local hunters into the forest on a rescue operation.
“During the operation, the security team encountered the suspected kidnappers and engaged them in a gun duel.
“Overwhelmed by the superior firepower and pressure mounted by the operatives, the suspects fled into the forest with gunshot injuries and abandoned the victim.
“The victim was successfully rescued unhurt and has since been reunited with her family”, she said.
Meanwhile, Monday Agbonika, the Commissioner of Police in charge of the Command commended the operatives for their bravery and swift response.
Agbonika noted that the coordinated efforts of the operatives and local security teams led to the successful rescue operation.
He reassured residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes across the State.
He encouraged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to aid ongoing operations through
Police, local vigilantes, hunters rescue abducted 57-year-old woman in Edo
]]>Aggrieved aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the three senatorial districts in Kaduna State on Tuesday condemned and rejected the process and outcome of the party’s senatorial primary elections, alleging widespread irregularities and violations of party guidelines in producing candidates. Led by former Senator of Kaduna South, Danjuma La’ah, alongside Michael Ayuba Auta, who also […]
Kaduna APC senatorial aspirants kick, seek cancellation of primaries
]]>Aggrieved aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the three senatorial districts in Kaduna State on Tuesday condemned and rejected the process and outcome of the party’s senatorial primary elections, alleging widespread irregularities and violations of party guidelines in producing candidates.
Led by former Senator of Kaduna South, Danjuma La’ah, alongside Michael Ayuba Auta, who also contested the senatorial seat from Zone III, and Yusuf Bala Ikara from Zone I, the aggrieved aspirants staged a protest shortly after addressing a press conference at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) secretariat in Kaduna.
The protesters, who arrived with hundreds of supporters, called on the National Working Committee (NWC) of the APC to cancel the primaries conducted in Kaduna North, Kaduna Central and Kaduna South senatorial districts, and conduct fresh direct primaries under the supervision of the party’s national leadership that will produce a credible and transparent exercise.
Addressing journalists on behalf of the aspirants, Senator Danjuma La’ah alleged that the exercise violated provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 and the APC constitution.
They particularly faulted the Kaduna South senatorial primary, which produced Senator Sunday Marshall Katung as winner, claiming that the process lacked transparency and failed to follow approved procedures for producing an acceptable candidate.
According to them, “The exercise was marred by the absence of proper voting procedures, inadequate deployment of electoral officials and non-compliance with the direct primary mode earlier approved by the party leadership.”
They stated that the National Working Committee approved direct primaries for the exercise, but lamented that what was conducted was an illegal delegate system, alleging that party members were denied the opportunity to vote at ward level as stipulated in the guidelines.
The aspirants further claimed that electoral materials and party officials were not adequately deployed to several wards and polling centres across the senatorial districts, arguing that the conduct of the primaries contravened Section 84 of the Electoral Act 2022 and Article 20 of the APC constitution relating to nomination procedures and internal democracy.
They appealed to the APC national leadership, the party’s appeal committee and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to intervene and ensure a transparent and credible process.
Among other aggrieved aspirants mentioned were former Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yusuf Zailani, and Mohammed Mu’azu Makkadas.
The group warned that failure by the party leadership to address their grievances could threaten unity within the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Kaduna APC senatorial aspirants kick, seek cancellation of primaries
]]>Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Defence Headquarters on Tuesday announced the killing of 175 ISIS terrorists in ongoing joint counterterrorism operations conducted by Nigerian troops and the United States Africa Command in Northeast Nigeria. The military high command said the coordinated operations, which commenced a few days ago, have continued to record significant […]
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning
]]>Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
1. The Defence Headquarters on Tuesday announced the killing of 175 ISIS terrorists in ongoing joint counterterrorism operations conducted by Nigerian troops and the United States Africa Command in Northeast Nigeria. The military high command said the coordinated operations, which commenced a few days ago, have continued to record significant successes against ISIS and ISWAP elements operating in the region.
2. Vice-President Kashim Shettima said on Tuesday that some people attempted to create bad blood between him and President Bola Tinubu three months after their inauguration, warning his principal to stop wearing traditional attire he gave him during the 2023 campaign. Shettima said those behind the plot claim that the garments were laced charms to kill the president.
3. The Federal Government, on Tuesday, disclosed that it will not close the Eko Bridge in Lagos State, as it had earlier planned. The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, made the disclosure during an inspection of the bridge.
4. The Naira on Tuesday appreciated to N1,385 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,395 per dollar on Monday. But the local currency depreciated to N1,373.65 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM .
5. Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, faction led by Kabiru Turaki, SAN, yesterday granted former President Goodluck Jonathan a waiver from its presidential screening process, ahead of the 2027 election, as party officials confirmed he was currently the party’s only presidential aspirant. The party said there was no need to screen Jonathan, given the positions he had previously held.
6. Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State, has pulled out of the race to govern the state under the ruling party. The former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, who rejected the consensus arrangement that led to the choice of Jamilu Gwamna, had earlier vowed to challenge what he described as injustice in the party.
7. More aspirants vying for Senate tickets of the All Progressives Congress have rejected the outcome of the primaries in their various constituencies, vowing to take their grievances to the national secretariat of the party for resolution. More than 10 aspirants across the states have publicly rejected the result of the primaries insisting that the processes were marred by irregularities.
8. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have clamped down on a former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman. Mamman, who has remained in hiding even after he was sentenced to 75 years imprisonment, was arrested in Rigasa, Kaduna State.
9. Arsenal Football Club were crowned English Premier League champions on Tuesday for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s men needed to win on England’s south coast to keep the title race alive but fell short.
10. The Police Command in Akwa Ibom says it rescued two women from an irate mob, who stripped, brutally assaulted, and attempted to subject them to unlawful execution. The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, DSP Timfom John, disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Tuesday. John said the command received a distress call from a commissioner in the state, who witnessed the incident on his way to the office.
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning
]]>Nigerians Afrobeat singer, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake and Tems have been nominated for the 2026 BET Awards. The awards ceremony which will be held in Los Angeles on June 28 2026, will be hosted by comedian Druski and air live on ET on BET. Nominations for the annual awards were unveiled on Tuesday, with some […]
Nigerian music stars, Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, Tems nominated for 2026 BET Awards
]]>Nigerians Afrobeat singer, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake and Tems have been nominated for the 2026 BET Awards.
The awards ceremony which will be held in Los Angeles on June 28 2026, will be hosted by comedian Druski and air live on ET on BET.
Nominations for the annual awards were unveiled on Tuesday, with some Nigerian artistes receiving recognition across music categories.
Following their collaborative project and a series of chart-topping releases, Asake and Wizkid earned a joint nomination in Best Group category.
Tems who bagged three nomination, was nominated as one of the Africa’s most celebrated nominees, Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, BET Her Award for her song First
Viewers’ Choice Award for Raindance, her collaboration with Dave
Burna Boy was nominated for Best Collaboration category for his feature on Gunna’s hit single, WGFT.
DAILY POST reports that BET Awards is one of the Black culture’s most prestigious international award platforms.
Nigerian music stars, Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, Tems nominated for 2026 BET Awards
]]>editedThe Naira extended depreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s interest rate decision. The apex bank data showed that the naira dropped slightly to N1,373.87 per dollar on Tuesday, down from N1,373.70 traded on Monday. This means that on a day-to-day basis the […]
]]>editedThe Naira extended depreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s interest rate decision.
The apex bank data showed that the naira dropped slightly to N1,373.87 per dollar on Tuesday, down from N1,373.70 traded on Monday.
This means that on a day-to-day basis the naira dropped marginally by N0.17 against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market.
Meanwhile at the black market, the Naira remained flat at N1,400 per dollar on Tuesday, the same exchange rate recorded on Monday.
The development comes amid the recent continued rise in foreign reserves, which rose to $48.68 billion as of May 18, 2026.
DAILY POST reports that the apex bank is expected to announce its fresh monetary policy decision on Wednesday after its 305th meeting.
Recall that in the Naira weakened against the dollar at the official FX market.
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