A petrol tanker crash along the Jalingo-Wukari road in the early hours of Monday triggered a swift response from security operatives to prevent looting and a potential explosion. Police officers and personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) promptly arrived at the scene, securing the area and temporarily closing the road to ensure public safety. Authorities successfully transferred the tanker’s fuel container to another vehicle, averting any hazardous situation. Both the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Usman Abdullahi, and the NSCDC spokesperson, SC Sam Iliya, confirmed the swift intervention. The NSCDC Commandant personally led his team to…
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The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Francis experienced two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency, attributed to a significant buildup of endobronchial mucus causing bronchospasms. In a statement on Monday evening, the Holy See Press Office disclosed that two bronchoscopies had been conducted to remove large secretions. The Pope also resumed non-invasive mechanical ventilation earlier in the day. “The Holy Father remained alert, oriented, and cooperative at all times,” the statement read, while noting that his prognosis remains guarded. Acute respiratory insufficiency occurs when oxygen levels in the body fall below the required threshold. Despite his health challenges, Pope Francis earlier…
Mudashiru Obasa has been reinstated as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following the resignation of Mojisola Meranda. Obasa was sworn in on Monday after a closed-door meeting involving Meranda, lawmakers, and key stakeholders outside the Assembly chambers. Meranda, who had served as Speaker for 49 days, stepped down on Monday, paving the way for Obasa’s return. In January, the Assembly had impeached Obasa over allegations of misappropriation, leading to Meranda’s emergence as Speaker. However, in February, Obasa returned to the Assembly, insisting that he had never been removed from office. Monday’s meeting was attended by Lagos…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on his supporters to stay resolute as the political crisis in the state continues to unfold. In a speech on Monday, Fubara reassured his supporters following the Supreme Court ruling that overturned some of his functions, including the reinstatement of sacked lawmakers and the annulment of the local government election he conducted. Thousands of his supporters had gathered in solidarity with the governor on Monday morning, expressing their unwavering support after the court’s decision. Addressing the crowd, Governor Fubara acknowledged the emotional toll of the recent ruling, urging his supporters not to be…
Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has dismissed reports of a congress held in Calabar, stating that the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejected it and would set a new date. Diri made this known on Monday during the PDP State Executive Council (SEC) meeting at the party’s secretariat in Yenagoa. PDP Remains Strong in Bayelsa Reaffirming the party’s dominance in the state, the governor declared: “Our party is thriving in Bayelsa State. We remain the party to beat. The PDP has never lost here. If you seek relevance, you should join the PDP.” He stressed that the…
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to a 2019 case of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide, following an extensive investigation. This was disclosed in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, and made available to DAILY POST. Arrest of Suspects The arrested suspects include: Malam Adamu Aliyu (Hadejia LGA) Malam Mukhtar Abdulmumin (Auyo LGA) Malam Nafiu Ibrahim (Miga LGA) Shiisu stated that the suspects were apprehended in Illela, Sokoto State, by detectives from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Dutse, after years of evading law enforcement. Details of the Crime The case…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has affirmed that his administration will fully implement the recent Supreme Court judgment on the state’s political crisis, despite disagreeing with the ruling. Fubara made this declaration on Sunday during a broadcast on AIT, emphasizing that his government remains law-abiding and will comply with the court’s directive. Supreme Court’s Judgment The Supreme Court, in a judgment delivered on Friday by Justice Emmanuel Akomaye Agim, ruled that state funds would only be released to the Fubara-led government when a lawful Appropriation Law is enacted under the leadership of Martin Amaewhule as Speaker. The apex court also…
A political group, Team New Nigeria (TNN), has unveiled its symbols and reaffirmed its commitment to forming a political party to address Nigeria’s pressing challenges, including hardship and insecurity. During the public presentation at Kano Pillars Stadium, TNN President Modibbo Farakwai introduced the group’s motto, “Unite and Rebuild the Nation,” and its slogan, “Greater Nigeria.” Symbolism of TNN’s Flag The newly unveiled TNN flag features green and white colors, with an image of hands held together in red at the center, and “TNN” inscribed in white on a black background. Explaining the symbolism, Farakwai noted: Green represents growth, responsibility, and…
Rep. Aminu Jaji (APC-Zamfara) has welcomed Mallam Muhammad Kabir-Sani, the 2023 Zamfara governorship candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Kabir-Sani defected alongside members of the former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) State House of Assembly candidates’ forum, bringing thousands of their supporters into the APC under the Jajiyya APC political movement, led by Alhaji Isiyaka Ajiya-Anka. The defectors formally announced their switch to the ruling party after a meeting with Jaji at his residence in Gusau. Reasons for Defection Explaining the move, Kabir-Sani cited confidence in Jaji’s leadership and contributions to the development of…
The Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and restrain his political allies from actions that could destabilize Nigeria’s democracy. The party cited ongoing political crises in Rivers, Osun, and Lagos states, warning of potential economic and political consequences if left unchecked. In a statement issued on Sunday in Bauchi, ZLP National Chairman, Dan Nwanyanwu, condemned the rising tensions in these states, attributing them to key figures allegedly loyal to the President—Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola; and Speaker of the Lagos State House…