Author: Daily Post Nigeria

The lawmaker representing Sokoto East Senatorial District in the upper legislative chamber, Senator Ibrahim Lamido has formerly resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

In a letter dated April 22, 2026 and addressed to the APC Chairman in Isa South Ward, Isa Local Government Area of the state, the lawmaker cited persisting internal leadership crisis in the state chapter of the ruling party as reason for his decision.

The decision, according to him, was not “taken lightly”, stressing that the “ongoing internal party crisis, suspicion and unfair party leadership style within the party in Sokoto State has made it increasingly difficult for me to continue my membership in good conscience”.

The lawmaker added that the “persistent divisions, lack of cohesion, and unresolved disputes have significantly hindered the progress and unity that the party once stood for.

“I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served and contributed to the party during my time as a member. I wish the party well in its efforts to overcome its present challenges and move forward in unity”.

DAILY POST gathered that Senator Lamido is set to pick the membership card of the African Democratic Congress, ADC.

Sokoto lawmaker, Ibrahim Lamido formerly dumps APC, to join ADC

US President Donald Trump was rushed offstage at the White House correspondents’ dinner on Saturday evening after shots were fired.

Trump, who was unharmed, had been sitting at the top table at the black-tie event at the Washington Hilton when multiple gunshots were heard around 8.30pm, shortly after the event got under way.

As Secret Service agents ran into the packed ballroom, attendees dropped to the floor and hid under tables as the US president, first lady Melania Trump and vice-president JD Vance were ushered off the stage.

Officials later confirmed that a suspect had run towards the ballroom’s entrance, but was quickly apprehended by Secret Service officers.

Trump said at a media briefing later at the White House that a Secret Service officer outside the ballroom was shot in the vest, but was “doing great”.

The suspect and wounded agent were being treated at a local hospital, according to Washington mayor Muriel Bowser. Police said the suspect was carrying a shotgun, handgun and a number of knives, and was registered as a guest at the hotel.

The US president said at the briefing that the suspect was a “very sick person” from California and was likely a “lone wolf”. An image of the suspect was posted on Trump’s Truth Social account.

The suspect was later charged with two counts of using a firearm during a crime of violence and assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon, and was due to appear in court on Monday.

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Millwall winger, Femi Azeez has pledged his international allegiance to Nigeria, DAILY POST reports.

Azeez, who was born in England to a Nigerian father and Spanish mother, is eligible to represent the three countries.

The 24-year-old has, however, opted to play for the Super Eagles after he was approached by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, according to Footmercato.net.

Super Eagles head coach, Éric Chelle recently stated that he would comb Europe for Nigerian-born players ahead of his side’s participation at next month’s 2026 Unity Cup.

Azeez is now expected to be named in the Super Eagles squad for the friendly invitational tournament.

The talented winger has impressed for Millwall this season, providing nine goals, and eight assists in 34 league appearances.

The former Reading player was also included in the Sky Bet Championship Team of the Season.

Super Eagles: Millwall winger commits international future to Nigeria

Bayern Munich have finally decided not to sign Chelsea striker, Nicolas Jackson on a permanent transfer at the end of the season.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Jackson will return to the Premier League west London club in June as Bayern are not triggering the €65m buy option clause in his loan deal.

As a result, Chelsea and Jackson’s camp will assess the player’s future with a possible new move in the summer.

Recall that Jackson had joined Bayern on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea last summer.

The Senegalese international was not in manager Enzo Maresca’s plans for the current season.

However, Jackson could end up playing for Chelsea next season when a new permanent manager is appointed.

Recall that Maresca had parted ways with the Bleus a few months ago, while his replacement, Liam Rosenior, was recently sacked.

Bayern Munich take final decision on signing Chelsea striker, Nicolas Jackson on permanent transfer

United States President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were abruptly evacuated on Saturday night after gunfire erupted near the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C.

The incident occurred at the venue’s main security screening area when a man armed with a shotgun attempted to breach security and opened fire, according to officials.

A United States Secret Service agent was struck but escaped injury due to protective gear.

Security operatives swiftly removed the president, first lady, and other senior officials from the hall as panic spread among the roughly 2,600 attendees.

Guests reportedly dove for cover under tables while agents secured the area.

Among those forced to the ground by security were senior cabinet members, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.

Authorities confirmed that the suspect was quickly apprehended, and no government officials were harmed.

In a post on Truth Social shortly after the incident, Trump praised law enforcement, stating that all top officials, including the vice president and cabinet members, were “in perfect condition.”

“Shooter had been apprehended.”

“Quite an evening in D.C. Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job,” Trump added.

He also announced plans to address the nation at a press conference later that night.

The event was subsequently cancelled, with Trump expressing hope it could be rescheduled within 30 days.

Trump, top US officials evacuated as armed man attacks White House dinner

There is panic over the fate of some clerics with the Redeemed Christian Church of God and Christ Apostolic Church who were reportedly abducted by gunmen at Odo-Eri community in the Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.

While the police authorities claimed to have intensified efforts to rescue the victims, who were kidnapped along with some family members, there have been no response from the affected church leadership.

It was gathered that the gunmen, who were close to 30 in number, stormed the community around 10pm on Wednesday.

They were said to be on motorcycles as they fired indiscrimninately to scare residents.

The hoodlums then proceeded to abduct the clerics, their wives, children and other residents.

Although the actual number of victims have not been confirmed, a source said that no fewer than 20 persons were taken away from the community.

The attackers were said to have fled via Abewo Road towards Kwara State.

Efforts to speak with the state Police Public Relations Officer, Afusat Saliu, on Saturday proved abortive as she was not reachable.

However, Saliu had earlier confirmed the incident to TVC News.

She said security operatives had been deployed in the area, with efforts ongoing to rescue the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.

When contacted, the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in the state, Apostle Olaniyan Adebayo, told Sunday PUNCH that the Department of State Services issued a security alert prompting precautionary measures across churches in some parts of the state.

Adebayo said, “The DSS called me and asked me to call the churches in those places based on the intelligence report they had. We alerted all the churches on Wednesday and Thursday concerning it. We sent messages to those churches through their coordinators in the local government.”

He noted that the early warning helped ensure that some church leaders and members were aware of the situation and took necessary precautions.

The Redeemed Christian Church of God declined comment when contacted 

A senior official, who claimed not to be aware of the incident, said he had escalated it to the relevant authority.

Josephina ‘Phyna’ Otabor, the winner of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) season seven, has revealed a significant personal shift in priorities: she now prefers raising pets over having children.

The reality TV star spoke about her perspective during a recent livestream session, explaining that her mindset has evolved as she approaches her 30s.

The 28-year-old reality star argued that women who have endured multiple heartbreaks often redirect their nurturing instincts toward animals.

Four individuals accused of killing a district head in Kwallak community, Langtang North of Plateau State, were reportedly burned to death by an angry mob after being identified.

According to available information, the incident began when the district head, identified as the Ponzhi of Kwallak, was attacked in his residence. 

He was killed during the attack, and his motorcycle (Bajaj) and phone were taken by the assailants.

Sources indicate that the suspects were later traced by members of the community at the point where they were allegedly attempting to sell the stolen motorcycle and other items. 

The mob reportedly apprehended them and set them ablaze.

It was further gathered that the individuals allegedly confessed to the klling of the district head and the theft of his belongings before the mob carried out the act.

Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident at the time of this report.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has made a bold declaration regarding the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State.

Speaking in a recent engagement, Wike asserted his strong influence over the state’s political landscape, stating emphatically that he will personally decide who emerges as the next governor of Rivers State after the tenure of the current administration.

Wike also said that no blackmail will make anyone become the next governor of Rivers State.

“I will decide who becomes the governor of Rivers State,” Wike said, sending clear signals to political stakeholders, aspirants, and observers ahead of the keenly contested 2027 polls.

The statement is coming amid heightened political tensions and realignments in Rivers State, following the fallout between Wike and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike, who remains a dominant figure in the state’s politics, has toured local government areas and consolidating support among his loyalists.

Political analysts believe Wike’s declaration is aimed at reasserting control over the PDP structure in Rivers State and ensuring that only a candidate loyal to him gets the ticket. He has repeatedly warned against repeating what he described as past “political mistakes,” vowing that his camp will not allow any disloyalty in the choice of the next governor.

Members of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) have suspended their National President Prof Bala Audu and  the leader of the association National Officers Committee (NOC) for violating and disregarding the association constitution.

The suspension was handed down at the association Emergency Delegates Meeting (EDM) which had in attendance 63 members, including Chairmen and Secretaries from 23 states of the Federation, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Members had accused Audu led administration of illegally disqualifying six members of the association from contesting various post in the association national election scheduled to hold at NMA Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kano between April 27 and May 3.