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Nigeria’s Flamingos are intensifying preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Guinea.

Akeem Busari’s side arrived in Ikenne from Abuja on Sunday to continue their build-up towards the game.

The Flamingos will take on Lakeside Queens in a friendly at the practice pitch of the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne on Thursday.

DAILY POST recalls the team engaged in five friendlies during the first phase of their preparations in Abuja.

They are expected to play more friendlies before travelling to Conakry for the first leg on Sunday, 24 May.

The reverse fixture is scheduled for the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne one week later.

U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos intensify preparations for Guinea showdown 

Brazil head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has backed Jose Mourinho to do a good job if he returns as Real Madrid manager.

Ancelotti, in an interview with The Athletic, said the 63-year-old is the right man to restore order at the Bernabeu.

Mourinho is widely expected to leave Benfica this summer and rejoin Los Blancos.

Ancelotti, who famously won Real’s ‘La Decima’ Champions League crown after replacing Mourinho in 2013, said: “To be back at Real Madrid, I will be really happy for him.

“He can do a fantastic job, as he always did in all the clubs that he was at.”

LaLiga: Ancelotti speaks on Mourinho returning to Real Madrid

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has announced May 31 and May 24, 2026, as the deadline for registration for the 2026 May/June In-School Certificate Examinations and the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE).

The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, NABTEB, Dr Mohammed Aminu Mohammed disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, through Mr Uchechukwu Olisah, Assistant Director (Media/Protocol) of the board.

Mohammed, who said the registration for the examinations is still ongoing across the country, added that the process has been simplified through designated online portals.

He said the simplification is to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for candidates and schools.

According to him, for the May/June (In-school) registration, schools are required to request slots through their respective State Offices, capture candidates using the NABTEB Biometric Software, and complete registration via the official portal at mayjune.nabteb.gov.ng.

“Also, for the May/June (In-school) registration, schools are expected to obtain login details through the State Office, log into the School Portal, make payment, and complete registration through school.nabteb.gov.ng.

“Similarly, candidates seeking registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) are to request Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) through the State Offices, complete registration on the Common Entrance Portal, and finalise the process through commonentrance.nabteb.gov.ng.

“Also, for the online NCEE registration, candidates may create accounts independently, log in, and complete registration online.

“Schools may also obtain login details through the State Office to facilitate bulk registration.

“Payments and registration completion are to be carried out through student.nabteb.gov.ng”, he said.

The NABTEB Chief Executive Officer, however, advised schools, parents, guardians, and prospective candidates to take advantage of the registration window and complete all necessary procedures before the stipulated deadlines to avoid last-minute challenges

He also urged candidates and school authorities to strictly comply with all registration guidelines and ensure accurate submission of candidates’ data.

Mohammed further advised members of the public to contact the nearest State Office or visit the Board’s official registration portals for further clarification and support.

He reiterated the Board’s commitment to leveraging technology to improve service delivery and examination administration nationwide.

NABTEB fixes registration deadlines for 2026 entrance, certificate exams

Celebrity fashion designer Victoria James, popularly known as Veekee James, and her husband, Femi Atere, have welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Eliana Adeife Atere.

Veekee James announced the birth in an Instagram post on Wednesday, revealing that their daughter was born on May 2, 2026.

“She’s Here. #elianaatere. 02-May-26. Eliana Adeife Atere,” she wrote.

The designer also shared the spiritual significance behind her daughter’s name, explaining that “Eliana” is derived from “EL” meaning God, and “ANA” meaning He has answered, translating to “My God has answered.”

Referencing 1 Samuel 1:27, she added, “For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him.”

The announcement was met with an outpouring of congratulatory messages from celebrities, colleagues, and fans.

Media entrepreneur Mo Abudu celebrated the news, writing, “Congratulations, my darling, we give God all glory, she is beautiful.”

Social media influencer Tomike Adeoye also expressed joy, saying, “Thank you, Lord, for our beautiful testimony!!! Congratulations, Mama and Papa Eliana.”

Skit maker Folagade Banks praised the new mother’s strength, while actress Osas Ighodaro described the baby as “absolutely beautiful.”

Content creator and actress Kie Kie also congratulated Veekee, praying for lasting joy in her family.

The couple had earlier announced their pregnancy on February 3, 2026, drawing widespread excitement and warm wishes from fans and celebrities alike.

The arrival of baby Eliana marks a joyful new chapter for Veekee James and Femi Atere, as they celebrate parenthood with gratitude and public support.

Celebrity Fashion Designer Veekee James Welcomes First Child is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Commissioner of Police, Yobe State Command, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, has warned operatives against indulging in unethical behaviours such as extortion and corrupt practices while discharging their duties. 

The CP handed down the warning at an emergency meeting with the Command’s Management Team, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and other senior officers at the State Command Headquarters, Damaturu.

According to a statement released today by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, the CP warned that supervisory officers would be held accountable for any professional misconduct committed by personnel under their areas of responsibilities.

He directed DPOs to take full responsibility for activities within their divisions by ensuring effective supervision, proper mentoring of personnel on weapon handling, adherence to human rights principles, civility, and the promotion of community policing.

“Furthermore, the CP warned officers against involvement in civil matters beyond the constitutional mandate of the Police and directed them to maintain professionalism at all times. 

“He charged DPOs to intensify raids on criminal hideouts, ensure visibility policing, and sustain round-the-clock patrols within their Areas of Responsibility without prejudice to law-abiding members of the public,” the statement noted.

The Police Commissioner in the statement assured officers and men of the Command of the unwavering commitment of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to personnel welfare, improved working conditions, capacity building, and professional policing standards in line with the renewed hope policing agenda. 

He urged them to remain dedicated, disciplined, and committed to the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.

The CP also called on members of the public to continue cooperating with the police in maintaining peace, security, and public safety across the State, while reiterating the command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property.

Yobe police warn operatives against unethical behaviours

 

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power under Buhari administration, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison for stealing public funds totalling about N33.8 billion.

Delivering judgment today in a case filed against Maaman by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, the court convicted and sentenced him on all 12 counts of fraud and money laundering charges preferred against him by the commission.

Whereas he was handed seven years each on 10 counts of the charge, the court jailed him for three years and two years on counts four and five of the charge.

Justice Omotosho held that the sentence should run consecutively without the option of fine except on count four which he allowed the payment of N10 million fine.

Furthermore, the court ordered the forfeiture of various foreign currencies that were recovered from the convict, as well as four choice property in Abuja that were traced to him.

It will be recalled that the court had on May 7, convicted the former minister in absentia. Justice Omotosho said he was satisfied that the anti-graft agency had successfully established the former Minister’s culpability beyond reasonable doubt.

He convicted him on all grounds of the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/273/2024. The court found that he made a cash payment of $655,700 (equivalent to N200 million) for landed property in Abuja, without recourse to a financial institution.

He was also found guilty of criminal breach of trust in relation to funds released by the federal government for the Mambilla and Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant projects.

The court noted that most of the funds were siphoned through Bureau de Change operators (BDCs), who converted the money into foreign currencies and handed it over to the defendant.

The leadership and members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo have passed a vote of confidence on former Governor Emeka Ihedioha and his former deputy, Gerald Irona. The resolution was reached during a meeting of party leaders and members of the ADC in Ohaji/Egbema, where participants reaffirmed their […]

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Dangote Industries Limited has partnered with the Niger State Government on a series of initiatives aimed at boosting industrialisation, food production and economic growth in the state.

The development was disclosed by the company’s Group Chief Branding and Communication Officer, Anthony Chiejina.

According to the statement, the partnership includes investments in agriculture, manufacturing and trade promotion.

As part of the collaboration, Dangote Rice Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Niger State Government for the supply of paddy rice over a 10-year period.

Under the agreement, the company committed to a guaranteed off-take of one million metric tonnes of paddy rice to be supplied by Niger Foods in a move aimed at strengthening food sufficiency in Nigeria.

The Regional Director and Senior Adviser to the President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, Fatima Wali-Abdurrahman, as saying that construction work on the company’s rice mill in Niger State was progressing steadily.

She explained that the 32-metric-tonnes-per-hour Dangote Rice Mill, located on a 30-hectare site in Wushishi, was on course for completion.

According to her, the project is expected to support the state’s food security drive, improve local rice production, create jobs and contribute to agricultural development in the country.

Wali-Abdurrahman also noted that several strategic business units of the Dangote Group were participating in the 22nd edition of the Niger Trade Fair.

The participating subsidiaries include Dangote Cement Plc, NASCON Allied Industries Plc, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc and Dangote Fertiliser Limited.

She added that a special desk had been created at the fair to attend to inquiries relating to the Dangote Refinery, the company’s Vision 2030 agenda and other operations.

Dangote Group is also the major sponsor of the 2026 Niger National Trade Fair scheduled to begin on May 14 with the theme, “Public Private Partnership as the Panacea for Nigeria Economic Growth and Stability.”

The Director-General of the Niger Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, Adamu Salihu, said the trade fair is expected to attract about 300 exhibitors, including investors, policymakers and business leaders from across the country.

Salihu described Dangote Group as a key driver of industrialisation in Nigeria and Africa, noting that the company’s consistent participation in the annual trade fair had helped sustain the event over the years.

He urged Nigerian businesses to emulate the company’s investment approach by committing resources to local industrial development and economic growth.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of Niger Foods, Sammy Adigun, said the partnership would require the development of 25,000 hectares of commercial rice farms in the state.

He added that the 10-year initiative is expected to generate about 50,000 direct jobs.

Dangote Signs 10-Year Rice Deal With Niger State is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The arrival of the rainy season across many Nigerian communities has once again raised concern in households, as mosquitoes spread rapidly around residential areas,

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…He Was Living Large While Nigerians Suffered Darkness—Judge

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years imprisonment for money laundering and fraud involving N33.8bn in public funds.

Justice Omotosho sentenced Mamman on each of the 12 counts and ordered that the sentences run consecutively without option of fine.

He received seven years each on 10 counts, three years on count four, and two years on count five, amounting to a total of 75 years.

The judge however allowed the payment of a N10m fine on count four.

The court additionally ordered the forfeiture of foreign currencies recovered from the convict alongside four Abuja properties linked to him.

Justice Omotosho directed all security agencies to work with Interpol to secure Mamman’s arrest, with the sentence taking effect from the date of his arrest.

Mamman was absent during sentencing just as he had been during his conviction. His lawyer told the court he had lost contact with his client and could not reach him by phone.

The Whistler had earlier reported that Justice Omotosho convicted Mamman in absentia on May 7 on all 12 counts, ruling that the EFCC established his culpability beyond reasonable doubt. The court found he paid $655,700, equivalent to N200m, for Abuja property in cash without going through a financial institution, with most of the diverted funds routed through Bureau de Change operators who converted them into foreign currencies.

THE WHISTLER also reported that a second arrest warrant was issued against Mamman on May 11 by Justice Maryann Anenih of the FCT High Court, where he faces separate charges of conspiracy and obtaining by false pretence involving N31bn also linked to the Mambilla Power Project.

Mamman, who served as Minister of Power under former President Muhammadu Buhari from 2019 to 2021, had recently purchased an APC governorship nomination form to contest the 2027 Taraba State governorship election before going into hiding after his conviction.

“Rather than creating a legacy to tackle the epileptic power supply in the country, the defendant was living large at the expense of ordinary citizens. Little wonder that Nigerians have remained in darkness till today,” Justice Omotosho said.

BREAKING: N33.8bn Fraud: Ex-Power Minister Mamman Gets 75-Year Sentence is first published on The Whistler Newspaper