Author: Daily Post Nigeria

Norway announced on Friday that it plans to introduce a bill to stop social media platforms from allowing users under 16.

The country also said that tech companies will have to check the age of their users.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr, in a statement said : “We are introducing this law because we want kids to have the childhood they deserve, where they can play, grow, and be kids.

“Play, friendships, and everyday life should not be controlled by algorithms and screens.”

He described the move as a key step to protect children’s online experiences.

Some European countries, like France, Spain, and Denmark have already announced plans to set age restrictions for social media use.

Countries such as Australia and Turkey have already taken the step.

The European Commission in mid-April introduced an app that checks a person’s age, and it will be available to people in Europe soon.

“This method serves as a means to ensure the age limit is respected. I expect technology companies to make sure that the age limit is respected.

“Children shouldn’t be left responsible for avoiding platforms they aren’t allowed to use.

“That responsibility lies with the companies that offer these services. They need to put in place good age checks and follow the law right from the start.

“The government stated that the number of children who have phones or use social media has gone down because of several actions they’ve already put in place, like “national screen-time guidelines and suggestions for schools that are mobile-free,” Norwegian Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance, Karianne Tung, said.

Norway moves to ban social media for under-16s

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday issued an order restraining the Nigeria Police Force and the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, from imposing fines and penalties on motorists who breached the Third Party Motor Vehicle Insurance Act.

Justice Hauwa Joseph Yilwa, in a judgment on Friday, barred the police and the FRSC from imposing fines on defaulting motorists without a valid court order.

The verdict was delivered in a suit filed by a lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.

Justice Yilwa before delivering her judgement dismissed a Notice of Preliminary Objection brought by the police to “arrest the judgment”.

When the matter was mentioned, counsel to the police, Mr Andrew Victor, brought a motion to challenge the court’s jurisdiction to entertain the suit.

He argued that jurisdiction is vital to any case and can be brought at any time before judgment, adding that the police was not served with the court process.

However, Justice Yilwa, in a bench ruling disagreed, maintaining that evidence of service is contained in the court’s record.

“Having listened to submissions of all counsel, this court notes that the originating summons was served on all respondents,” she said, adding that her record shows the suit was served on the police on April 3, May 21, November 14, 17, January 28, and April 21.

While also listing the dates that the 2nd and 3rd respondents filed their respective replies, she said, “1st respondent (police) is very much aware of the suit but refused to respond, this is viewed as an attempt to arrest this judgment and this court will not allow it.

“The motion of preliminary objection as well as the party seeking to be joined are hereby refused. Consequently I shall proceed to deliver judgment.”

The trial judge in her judgment held that the police and FRSC, who are 1st and 3rd respondents in the suit, although empowered to enforce the Third Party Motor Vehicle Insurance Act, however lack the powers to impose fines and penalties on any motorists in breach of the Act, without a court order.

BREAKING: Third Party Motor Insurance: Court bars Police, FRSC from imposing fines on motorists

Africans from Liberia, Ghana, Cameroon and Gabon returning home after spending over a week in Calabar for a religious festival have said the cost of living in Nigeria is far lower compared to what obtains in their respective countries.

The visitors were in Calabar alongside other foreign nationals for weeklong spiritual activities organised by the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star.

Beyond participating in the spiritual activities during their stay in Calabar, many of them also visited local markets, malls and social spots where they bought goods for personal use and commercial purposes.

A Ghanaian visitor, Jacklyn Asare, said Nigerians often underestimate the economic advantage they enjoy despite complaints about the high cost of living.

“I now understand why many Nigerians keep complaining about their government and the economy. Perhaps it is because of the country’s huge population, which contributes to the pressure on living costs,” she said.

“But honestly, things are far cheaper in Nigeria than in my country and even in many other West African countries.

“I regularly travel to Lagos, Onitsha and Aba to buy goods, and sometimes I place orders from Ghana in smaller quantities.”

She explained that after reselling the products in Ghana, the profit margin is usually significant, noting that one Ghanaian cedi currently exchanges for over N82, which boosts returns for traders.

According to her, many Nigerian traders who export goods to Ghana have become wealthy because Nigerian products are cheaper and highly marketable across West Africa.

She added that the national minimum wage earned by many Nigerians would barely buy a single major household item in Ghana.

Asare also noted that petrol in Ghana currently sells for over GH¢15.77 per litre, which is equivalent to about N1,900 per litre when converted to naira.

A Liberian visitor, Samuel Ator, supported her position, saying he visits Nigeria at least once a year and often buys goods through his daughters who live in Calabar and Lagos.

“Nigerian goods are everywhere in West Africa because they are affordable and of good quality. Sometimes my daughters help me buy and send items to Liberia,” he said.

A Cameroonian clergyman, Oru Denis, who visits Calabar at least once every two months, said he often comes with affordable devices to sell in Nigeria and returns with Nigerian goods for resale in Mamfe, Cameroon.

“After converting CFA to naira, I can buy more goods here at cheaper rates. The profits are often worthwhile,” he said.

Similarly, Orji Igwe, who lives in Gabon, said he used his visit to Calabar to purchase food items such as afang and editan vegetables, as well as other made-in-Nigeria products for sale back home.

He said the business remains profitable depending on the quantity of goods he is able to transport.

Visiting Africans say cost of living in Nigeria lower than in their countries

The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, says the party will offer Nigerians a credible alternative in the 2027 general elections.

Abdullahi stated this in a statement while congratulating Senator Tony Nwoye over his emergence as Senate Minority Whip.

According to him, Nwoye’s emergence is a reflection of his credibility and a sign of the party’s growing influence.

He pointed out that the development also underscores the party’s readiness to strengthen democratic practice ahead of the 2027 elections.

“The ADC warmly congratulates Tony Nwoye on his emergence as the Minority Whip of the Senate.

“This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Senator Nwoye’s consistency, courage, and unwavering commitment to democratic values.

“His elevation reflects not only his personal capacity and credibility but also the growing confidence in the ADC as a principled platform for responsible opposition and national renewal.

“At a time when Nigeria’s democracy requires strengthening, vigilance, and a clear voice for accountability, this development underscores the readiness of the ADC to play a more decisive role in deepening democratic practice, advancing legislative responsibility, and protecting the interests of the Nigerian people.

“As we look ahead to 2027, this milestone further affirms that the ADC is not only prepared to contest but ready to lead, offering Nigerians a credible alternative anchored on integrity, competence, and service,” the statement read.

2027: ADC Nigeria’s credible alternative – Spokesman

The United States government has offered a second $10 million bounty in weeks on the leader of an Iranian-backed Iraqi militia, signalling a deliberate campaign by Washington to hunt down Tehran-aligned armed group commanders one by one.

The U.S. State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme announced Thursday that it was seeking information on Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, also known as Abu Alaa al-Walai, the leader of Kataeb Sayyid al-Shuhada, a Tehran-backed armed group designated as a terrorist organisation by Washington.

According to the State Department, the group has killed Iraqi civilians and attacked U.S. diplomatic facilities in Iraq, as well as targeting U.S. military bases and personnel in Iraq and Syria.

Those with credible information on al-Saraji’s whereabouts were told they could be eligible for both the reward and relocation.

The announcement follows a similar $10 million bounty placed earlier this month on Ahmad Al Hamidawi, the leader of Kataeb Hezbollah, another powerful Iranian-backed militia. That group had kidnapped American journalist Shelly Kittleson from a Baghdad street in March, holding her for a week before releasing her.

The back-to-back bounties reflect growing U.S. frustration with Iran-aligned militias operating across Iraq, whose attacks have extended beyond the country’s borders to
U.S. troops in Jordan and Kuwait.

Saudi officials this week told the Wall Street Journal that more than half of 1,000 drone attacks on the kingdom were launched from Iraqi soil, drawing condemnation from Gulf states including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan.

Washington has also turned up pressure on the Iraqi government directly, halting security cooperation and suspending dollar shipments from Iraqi oil revenue in a bid to force Baghdad to rein in the militia groups operating within its borders.

U.S. Puts Second $10m Bounty On Iran-Backed Iraqi Militia Leader is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Nigerian military has inaugurated a general court-martial to try 36 personnel accused of plotting to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, holding the proceedings in secrecy despite the presence of accredited journalists.

The court-martial, constituted by the Defence Headquarters, was inaugurated on Friday at the Scorpion Mess, Asokoro, Abuja, under heavy security. The session was held behind closed doors, and journalists, including accredited defence correspondents who had received prior invitations, were denied access to the venue. Security personnel also barred the use of mobile phones to document the arrival of the 36 defendants, who were transported to the mess in an Army Headquarters Garrison bus at approximately 8:53 a.m.

The military proceedings are unfolding alongside parallel criminal charges filed by the Federal Government at the Federal High Court in Abuja. On April 22, the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, arraigned several other suspects in connection with the same alleged plot before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. That group, which includes retired military officers, a police inspector, and civilians, pleaded not guilty to a 13-count charge bordering on treason, terrorism, and money laundering.

The prosecution alleges that the group conspired in 2025 to overthrow the government and failed to report the plot to authorities. The court has since ordered their remand in the custody of the Department of State Services, with an accelerated hearing scheduled for April 27.

The dual-track prosecution has sparked a significant legal debate. Renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has urged the AGF to invoke Section 174 of the Constitution to discontinue the military trial and consolidate all cases before the Federal High Court. Falana argued that under Section 251 of the Constitution, offences such as treason and terrorism fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Federal High Court, and questioned the legal consistency of prosecuting some suspects in a civilian court while subjecting others to a military tribunal for the same alleged offences.

“Courts-martial lack the jurisdiction to handle such grave constitutional offences,” Falana stated, noting that even under past military regimes, coup-related cases were typically handled by special tribunals rather than standard courts-martial.

Families of the accused, alongside activist Omoyele Sowore, have also joined the call for a transparent, civilian-led trial to ensure the defendants’ fundamental rights are protected.

Press Locked Out As Military Tries 36 Alleged Coup Plotters is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Nigerian Navy has announced that it prevented a fire outbreak at the Nigerian Correctional Service Quarters located in Kirikiri, Apapa, Lagos State.

The incident took place around 11:00 p.m. on 22 April 2026, when a fire ignited in a residential structure within the quarters. Initial reports suggest that the fire may have been triggered by the explosion of a gas cylinder, causing it to spread quickly to a neighboring building.

A statement issued by Captain AA Folorunsho, Director of Naval Information, indicated that in a prompt response, personnel from Nigerian Navy Ship WEY, in conjunction with the Naval Ordnance Depot (NOD), rapidly dispatched two fire trucks to the location.

He said the naval team was able to contain the fire and prevent it from extending further before the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service arrived on the scene.

The statement noted that while two buildings in the area were damaged and some property was lost, there were no casualties reported at the time of this announcement.

“The Nigerian Navy praises the professionalism, bravery, and quick response of its personnel, whose timely actions prevented what could have developed into a larger disaster. This event highlights the critical need for fire safety awareness and strict compliance with preventive measures,” the statement said.

The Nigerian Navy reiterated its commitment to assisting civil authorities by offering its logistical capabilities for emergency response operations, whenever necessary, to protect lives and property.

Nigerian Navy intervenes in fire outbreak at Kirikiri Prison

A former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Adewole Adebayo, has distanced the party from ongoing opposition coalition talks ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He said the party does not believe elite political alliances are the solution to defeating the ruling party, stressing the need to mobilise disengaged Nigerian voters.

In a statement issued by his media team, Adebayo argued that many coalition efforts lack credibility, discipline and shared values.

“Strategic partners in an election are not necessarily politicians. The real partners are segments of society, those who have not been participating in the process,” he said.

He identified voter apathy as a major concern, noting that a large percentage of registered voters did not participate in the last general election.

According to him, any meaningful political alliance should focus on engaging this inactive population rather than negotiating power-sharing among political elites.

“If you want to have a coalition, you must find where the 80 per cent who didn’t show up are and address why they stayed away,” he added.

Adebayo also expressed scepticism about current coalition efforts, warning that aligning with individuals lacking accountability could undermine public trust.

He disclosed that while the SDP has held talks with some parties, many discussions stalled due to internal crises within those platforms.

He said the party is pursuing a “civic coalition” involving grassroots groups, professional bodies and ordinary citizens.

“Our kind of coalition is when civic groups and ordinary Nigerians begin to show interest,” he said.

He added that formal alliances may only become viable after party primaries.

Adebayo maintained that the SDP’s focus goes beyond winning elections, stressing the need for governance built on accountability and principles.

2027: SDP shuns coalition talks, backs voter mobilisation

The Nigerian military has inaugurated a general court-martial to try 36 personnel who were alleged to have been involved in a plot to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu.

The Defense Headquarters inaugurated the court martial on Friday at the Scorpion Mess, Asokoro, Abuja, under heavy security.

The session was held behind closed doors due to the sensitive nature of the proceedings.

DAILY POST reports that journalists, including accredited defence correspondents who had received prior invitations, were denied access to the venue.

Security personnel also barred the use of mobile phones to document the arrival of the 36 defendants, who were transported to the mess in an Army Headquarters Garrison bus at approximately 8:53 am.

The military proceedings are unfolding alongside parallel criminal charges filed by the Federal Government against civilians involved in the alleged coup plot at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

BREAKING: Military inaugurates court martial for soldiers involved in alleged coup plot

Thanks to powerful partnerships with industry leaders, NOTE 60 Ultra represents Infinix’s boldest entry in the flagship tier.

Infinix is cementing its status within the premium smartphone segment in a bold new way with NOTE 60 Ultra, its landmark flagship which debuted in Barcelona during Mobile World Congress 2026.

Co-developed with Italian automotive and design legend Pininfarina, NOTE 60 Ultra’s design is driven by an emotion-led aesthetic inspired by super cars. Bta9eneath its bold design lies a fully realized flagship experience, integrating breakthrough in-house innovations with best-in-class partner technologies. A professional-grade 200MP ultra-high-definition imaging system, built-in multi-country satellite communication connectivity, and immersive audio precision-tuned by SOUND BY JBL come together to challenge expectations in the premium segment.

Supercar Design DNA in a Flagship, Shaped by Pininfarina

In the premium segment, the design language is a device’s opening statement. A user’s perception at first glance is shaped by aesthetics, long before a single specification is considered.

Drawing inspiration from the aerodynamic philosophy and pioneering spirit of high-performance sports cars, Infinix, in partnership with Pininfarina, takes a radical departure in sculpting a flagship. What stands out immediately is what’s missing: the camera bump. As premium handsets adopt larger sensors, they often sacrifice form with increasingly protruding camera modules.

True to the sports car heritage, NOTE 60 Ultra introduces a fully integrated, single-body rear: the Aluminum Unibody Design. At the heart of this craftsmanship is the World’s 1st Uni-Chassis Cam Module, formed a single, continuous sheet of CORNING® GORILLA® GLASS VICTUS that virtually conceals the presence of the camera. Much like a supercar sculpted for low-drag, the rear design maintains a smooth, uninterrupted silhouette. This also ensures a natural in-hand feel and unobtrusively slips into any pocket, while reinforcing the phone’s durability and structural integrity.

Paying homage to Italian cultural and racing heritage, NOTE 60 Ultra arrives in four striking colorways: Torino Black, Monza Red, Amalfi Blue, and Roma Silver. Each hue draws inspiration from the most iconic scenes and legends of Italy’s motorsport and cultural history, capturing the spirit of speed, lifestyle, and emotional beauty.

Just as a supercar announces its ignition through sound and light, NOTE 60 Ultra mirrors the ritual. A Floating Taillight signature spans the rear, illuminating as the device powers on. And as a final nod to automotive heritage, NOTE 60 Ultra features an Active Matrix Display reminiscent of a supercar dashboard at startup. Concealed within the rear surface, the hidden display lights up to reveal notifications, expressive icons, or a pixel-style virtual companion.

Dual Flagship Cameras for Detail, Zoom, and True-to-Life Imaging
Although discreet at first glance, Infinix makes no concessions on camera performance and earmarks a new era for Infinix’s imaging capability. Delivering performance on par with industry-leading standards, Infinix’s Dual Flagship Imaging Architecture marks several brand-first breakthroughs and improvements across three dimensions, reinforcing its position as a signature offering.

Under the hood, it’s clear that NOTE 60 Ultra refuses to settle for less. Discreetly integrated within the Uni-Chassis Cam Module is a powerful triple-camera array. Anchored by a next-generation 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE sensor, NOTE 60 Ultra delivers ultra-high-definition clarity. And ensuring flagship-grade versatility across focal lengths, the phone is complemented by a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN5 periscope telephoto lens and a 112° ultra-wide lens.

However, hardware alone does not define the full experience. For the first time, Infinix supports the XDR display standard with Ultra HDR Capture. Powered by a proprietary XDR Image Engine, Infinix’s advanced system delivers a superior dynamic range, ideal for true-to-life photos of bright lights at night or breathtaking sunset scenes.

The result is exceptional resolution that sets a higher bar for precise framing in daylight or after dark, while faithfully preserving details often lost in standard photography. Whether exploring daytime cityscapes or distant horizons, NOTE 60 Ultra excels with its advanced optical‑to‑digital zoom performance. Crisp, detailed shots are captured across a versatile zoom range, from a 2× optical crop and native 3.5× optical zoom to a 7× lossless digital zoom, extending up to 100× for extreme distances.

Expansive Satellite Calling and Messaging Coverage

Beyond what meets the eye, NOTE 60 Ultra carries a more subtle capability designed to accompany the user’s ambition, as far as and wherever the road leads. NOTE 60 Ultra is the first¹ to introduce dual-way satellite calling with expansive global coverage across a far greater number of countries¹. Powered by two-way messaging and calling beyond traditional terrestrial networks, NOTE 60 Ultra offers an added peace of mind whether navigating remote terrain beyond cellular coverage or facing large-scale network disruptions. The device bridges regional connectivity gaps to maintain communication and enables emergency location sharing when it matters most.

Ultra-Fast, Enduring Functionalities for an All-Around Flagship Experience
NOTE 60 Ultra combines category-leading performance and enduring power to support multi-sensory entertainment without interruption. Complementing this, its latest user experience delivers forward-looking innovations and AI-driven optimizations, making it more accessible and seamless for everyday use.

Impressively, Infinix debuted the Proprietary Battery Self-Healing Technology. Despite featuring a massive 7000mAh silicon-carbon battery within a slim, lightweight frame, NOTE 60 Ultra is engineered to restore up to 1%² of battery health every 200 charge cycles. Complementing this breakthrough, NOTE 60 Ultra supports wired 100W All-Around Fast Charge and 50W wireless charging, achieving a full charge from 1% to 100%² in only 48 minutes through a wired connection.

Even with a massive battery, Infinix pulls out all the stops to optimize for both speed and energy management. Featuring a 4nm all-big-core MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset together with Infinix’s self-developed performance engine, NOTE 60 Ultra achieves up to 25%² faster multitasking, accelerated app responsiveness, and sustained smoothness.

NOTE 60 Ultra excels in its class with a captivating, 1.5K Ultra HDR cinematic display. Delivering fluid 144Hz responsiveness and exceptional 4500-nit peak brightness, visuals remain vibrant across most lighting conditions. Even in motion, intelligent predictive stabilization minimizes motion sickness, whether watching a film or playing games from within a car. And just as a high-performance vehicle demands calibrated acoustics, NOTE 60 Ultra doesn’t settle for less. It delivers high-fidelity audio through a stereo system with SOUND BY JBL, completing a truly compelling entertainment experience.

The NOTE 60 Ultra’s optimized performance enables its intelligent AI features to run fluidly and efficiently with minimal battery drain. Its integrated AI ecosystem focuses on practical daily-enhancing functions, including real-time vitals tracking via Advanced Health Monitor, personalized file organization and an adaptive AI-powered knowledge base, all evolving with user preferences. These AI capabilities are seamlessly woven into GlowSpace, a new interface debuting on XOS 16.³ Powered by Android 16, GlowSpace introduces a fully reimagined UI centered on fluid motion and luminous details that animate with every interaction.

Through co-engineering with leading technology and innovation partners, Infinix has aligned NOTE 60 Ultra around a unified vision of excellence. The outcome is a benchmark-setting flagship defined not by spectacle, but by deeply integrated and purposeful engineering, inside-out.

Product availability
NOTE 60 Ultra comes with a promise of 3 years of major OS updates and 5 years of security patches.

NOTE 60 Ultra is available in four colors: Torino Black, Monza Red, Amalfi Blue, and Roma Silver.

It will be available in two storage configurations: 256GB and 512GB with 12GB of RAM, and built-in eSIM.

NOTE 60 Ultra comes with a deluxe gift box with automotive-inspired display stand design. A Supercar-Inspired MagCharge Base in Zinc Alloy, a Kevlar-Pattern MagPad, a Custom Kevlar MagCase, and a Track-Edition SIM Ejector Pin are included in the gift box.

Disclaimer
¹As of launch, this device is the first commercially available smartphone to support two‑way satellite calling across multiple countries. Feature availability, supported regions and coverage are subject to local certification, network deployment and market conditions.
²All data comes from Infinix laboratories. The testing data may vary slightly between different test versions and testing environments.
³The specific XOS upgrade plan for each model will be announced separately. Please note that availability of this upgrade may be limited in certain countries.
⁴eSIM availability is carrier and region-dependent; it may not be supported in all countries.

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About Infinix
Established in 2013, Infinix is an innovation-driven brand dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology, bold design, and outstanding performance. The brand provides smart, enjoyable mobile experiences that enhance everyday life. Beyond smartphones, Infinix has expanded its portfolio to include TWS earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, tablets, smart TVs, and more—building a comprehensive ecosystem of smart devices. Currently, Infinix products are available in over 70 countries and regions worldwide, including Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.
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