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The Kogi State Police Command has urged the organisers and participants of a planned protest in Lokoja to identify themselves and coordinate with the Command ahead of the scheduled demonstration on April 27. In a press release issued on Wednesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Afusat Saliu, the police stated that they have […]

Real Madrid’s midfielder, Jude Bellingham, has admitted that it’s “difficult” to play with Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.

Bellingham pointed out that both Mbappe and Vinicius like to operate in the same areas of the field.

However, he insisted that Los Blancos is capable of winning together ahead of Wednesday’s crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich.

Mbappe and Vinicius started the first leg against Bayern, while Bellingham came on as a substitute in the second half.

“At times, it can be difficult with two naturally left-sided players [Mbappé and Vini],” Bellingham said.

“It can be difficult when we’re all on the same side.

“Arbeloa’s found a balance with me on the other side a bit more. We’re fluid, we have freedom to move around, at times that can disorganise a bit, but with both of them, you have to trust in their ability… When things are right, hopefully like tomorrow. I’ve seen it before.”

UCL: ‘It’s difficult to play with Vinicius and Mbappe’ – Bellingham

Prominent chieftains and leaders of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibarapa East Local Government Area of Oyo State have declared that they will not allow external influence to destablise the state.

The PDP leaders also disclosed that they will not allow anyone to cause division between Governor Seyi Makinde and the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Adebowale Ogundoyin.

The PDP chieftains made these declarations in a communique issued at the end of their meeting on Wednesday.

DAILY POST reports that Ogundoyin represents Ibarapa East State Constituency in the House of Assembly.

Rumour surfaced on Tuesday about an alleged attempt to impeach Makinde by the State House of Assembly under the leadership of Ogundoyin.

The kinsmen of the Speaker, while reacting to the development, said the rumour was aimed at causing division between the governor and the Speaker.

The PDP chieftains at the end of the meeting chaired by Adewuyi Ojoawo, condemned what they described as attempts by external forces to create disaffection in the state.

They vowed not to allow any external influence to disrupt the existing harmony between the executive and legislative arms of government.

“The Forum strongly condemns any attempt by external forces to destabilise the state or disrupt the harmony currently existing between the executive and legislative arms of government,” a communique issued by the Ibarapa PDP leaders said.

Alleged Makinde impeachment plot: Kinsmen exonerate Speaker, blame external forces

The Enugu State Government has began free malaria testing and treatment in no fewer than 527 health facilities across the 17 Local Government Area of the state.

The Commissioner for Health, Prof. George Ugwu, in Enugu on Wednesday, said that the facilities were in both public and private health facilities in the state.

He noted that facilities offering the free testing and treatment malaria included: Primary Healthcare Centres, General and Cottage hospitals as well as some selected private and public tertiary hospitals.

According to him, the state government wants to drastically reduce the prevalence and incidences of malaria among residents of the state.

“The ongoing statewide Enugu State Ministry of Health Malaria Elimination Project, which was envisioned and embarked upon by Gov. Peter Mbah, is meant to touch lives and strengthen health of residents.

“The state government, with support from its health partners, has made available free malaria test consumables and drugs to many health facilities including public and private hospitals in the state.

“The residents should avail themselves of this health gesture by visiting health facilities close to them and play their role in helping in eliminating malaria and its health and financial burden out of the state,” he said.

The commissioner advised doctors and health workers to always do a malaria test before treatment as “not all fever is malaria”.

The commissioner said that the project had been running for over a year now, and it is being scaled up by the state government.

The impactful project has reduced the prevalence of malaria in the state to 9.9 per cent according to a recent four-year gap malaria survey data.

Enugu Begins Free Malaria Treatment In 527 Health Facilities is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign council for the Ekiti State governorship election has outlined a performance-driven strategy for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election bid, pledging an issue-based campaign anchored on the administration’s achievements ahead of the June 20 poll. The Director-General of the BAO 2026 Campaign Organisation, Senator Cyril Fasuyi, disclosed this on Wednesday while […]

The Minority Leader of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Lukman Adeleye, on Wednesday said Governor Dapo Abiodun’s record of achievements and politics of inclusiveness influenced the recent defection of six Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

DAILY POST reports that Adeleye, representing Odogbolu constituency and five other lawmakers recently defected to the APC.

The move has made the Ogun Assembly a one-party legislature.

Adeleye on Wednesday was officially received into the APC fold at his Ibegun ward in Odogbolu LGA.

Addressing supporters, Adeleye said the decision to defect was due to internal crisis in the PDP which had “increasingly hindered the effective and adequate political engagements”.

Adeleye used the occasion to declare his intention to seek a second term in office.

He said, “I have been part of the achievements of this current government led by governor Dapo Abiodun. Those of us who are in the Minority Caucus were thrilled by the achievements and we feel that the only way we can further partner with him is to align with him at the ruling party.

“So, Governor Dapo Abiodun has really influenced us in this our decision.”

The lawmaker pledged to build on his achievements and continue delivering the dividends of democracy to his constituents, insisting that his decision to seek re-election was driven by the need to consolidate on ongoing projects and expand development efforts across Odogbolu State Constituency.

“I believe I have garnered the necessary experience within my first term to do even more for our people,” he added.

Addressing concerns about his former position as Minority Leader, Adeleye emphasized that service to the people outweighs political titles.

“It is not about position; it is about the people. What is the essence of holding a position without tangible results? I have done so much for my people even while in opposition, and I believe being in the ruling party will enable me to do more to deliver the dividends of democracy.”

Also speaking, the APC Chairman in Odogbolu Local Government, Akogun Idowu, expressed satisfaction with Adeleye’s defection to the ruling party, describing him as a responsive and people-oriented leader.

Similarly, the Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government, Babatunde Diya, represented by the Vice Chairman, Olushola Adeyinka, welcomed Adeleye to the APC and commended his performance.

He urged constituents to support his re-election.

Ogun Assembly: Abiodun influenced PDP lawmakers’ defection to APC – Minority Leader

The Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Otunba Oluwemimo Osanipin, has disclosed that the newly unveiled standards for used vehicles in Nigeria have no financial implications on importers. Speaking to Nigerian Tribune in Abuja, the DG explained that the primary target of the new standards is to curtail the influx […]

A United States lawmaker, Kimberly Daniels, has accused elements within Nigeria’s security apparatus of complicity in attacks on Christian communities in parts of the country.

Daniels, who serves in the Florida House of Representatives and chairs the United World Congress of Diplomats, made the allegations in a report released on April 14, 2026, focusing on recent waves of violence in Nigeria’s North-Central and North-West regions, including incidents reported during Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday services in Plateau, Kaduna, and Nasarawa states.

She described the attacks as part of a sustained and deliberate pattern targeting religious gatherings, arguing that official condemnations have not translated into adequate protection for vulnerable communities on the ground.

In her report, Daniels said there appeared to be a disconnect between government statements and the lived reality of affected populations, citing continued insecurity despite repeated assurances from authorities.

She also referenced allegations previously linked to former Zamfara State governor Bello Matawalle, raising concerns over claims of complicity with armed groups and warning that such accusations, if unaddressed, could undermine public trust in security institutions.

The report included testimonies attributed to survivors and local residents who expressed frustration over recurring attacks and what they described as inadequate protection, with some lamenting that they continue to bury victims despite official statements from Abuja.

Daniels further urged the Nigerian government to undertake urgent reforms in its security architecture, stating that failure to act decisively could embolden perpetrators and worsen the humanitarian situation.

Nigeria continues to grapple with widespread insecurity involving banditry, insurgency, and communal violence, with international attention frequently drawn to reports of attacks on rural and religious communities.

No immediate official response from the Nigerian government had been issued at the time of filing this report.

U.S. Lawmaker Accuses Nigerian Security Of Complicity In Attacks is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command have recovered at least 17 vehicles stolen at gun points in within the territory.

The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, who disclosed the development during a press conference at the command’s headquarters on Tuesday said all suspects linked to the crime are in custody.

The CP identified the suspects as one Mustapha Difcha, Ahmed Difcha, Sanusi Isa, John Emmanuel, Blessed Yusuf, Chinaza Ijere and Joshua Luka Dagana.

Others include one Mohammed Sabiu, Zakariya Liman, Babajo Ishaya, Cornellius Abang, Sani Kabiru, Gambo Ibrahim and Jakuta Kandoki Ibrahim.

The CP explained that the huge operational success was recently recorded following the command’s move to conduct anti-crime operations across the nation’s capital to combat incidents of car theft.

The operation, according to the CP was carried out at strategic areas in Mabushi, Durumi, Maitama and the Central Business District.

“Through intelligence led operations and strategic deployments by Mabushi, Durumi, Maitama and Central Police Station Divisions of the FCT resulted in the arrest of eleven (11) suspects and the recovery of seventeen (17) vehicles which are being paraded today”, he added.

According to the CP, the recovered vehicles include, “One Toyota Avalon XLE black in color with Reg. No. LKJ 232 CV.

“One Toyota Camry with registration number DKA 988 MT stolen from Kaduna state and recovered in the FCT,

“One black colored Ford Jeep with Reg. No. KWL 978 PP.

“One Toyota Corolla (2003 model) with registration number DBT 467 BZ,

“One Toyota Corolla with registration number KWK 221 AE.

“One Toyota Corolla S, dark grey in color without registration Number.

“One green colored Nissan vehicle with Reg. No. RBC 99 XP.

“One Hyundai Elantra 2013 model with Reg. No: ABJ 904 HL.

“One Nissan Suv with no Reg. Number.

“One Toyota Hilux 2021 Model with no Reg. number.

“One Toyota Corolla with Reg. No: NSR 57 AT.

“One black colored Volkswagen Golf 2 vehicle with Reg. No. JJJ 112 DW.

“One Toyota Camry, gold in color, with registration number ABJ 513 CN.

“One Volkswagen Golf 3, black in color, without registration number.

“One Toyota Carina with Reg. No. CQ 302 GGE stolen from Durumi in the FCT and recovered in Kaduna State.

“One black colored Hyundai vehicle, with Reg. No. ABJ 371 DZ abandoned by one chance suspects upon sighting a Police Patrol team from Central Police Station.

“And Foiled theft of a white colored Range Rover with Reg. No. ABJ 36 AS”.

He called on the general public, especially possible owners, to reach out to the command for verification with necessary documents.

FCT Police recover Range Rover, other exotic cars, invite owners for identification

Members of the Jigawa State House of Assembly have unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Governor Malam Umar Namadi, endorsing him as their sole candidate for the 2027 governorship election.

The resolution was reached during plenary on Wednesday, citing developmental projects executed across the 30 constituencies of the state as the basis for his endorsement and to ensure continuity of ongoing programmes and projects.

Speaker of the House, Alhaji Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, said the administration’s achievements over the past three years had positively impacted the lives of the people of Jigawa State.

Other members of the Assembly also praised the governor’s performance, describing his leadership as focused on growth and public welfare.

They listed major improvements in education, healthcare, agriculture, job creation, and youth empowerment as reasons for their endorsement of Governor Namadi for another term in office.

The lawmakers noted that several communities across the state had benefited from road construction, school rehabilitation, healthcare expansion, and support for farmers under the present administration.

They expressed confidence that sustaining the current pace of development would bring more economic opportunities, improved living standards, and greater prosperity for the people of Jigawa State.

Jigawa Assembly endorses Gov Namadi’s re-election