The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Taraba State chapter, has affirmed Senator Emmanuel Bwacha as the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 election. Mr Isaac Mtom, the returning officer for the PDP’s gubernatorial primary election, announced at the event in Jalingo that Senator Bwacha secured the ticket after due process in accordance with the party’s guidelines […]
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Rivers State Command, has deployed specialised and tactical teams across the state ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration to strengthen security before, during and after the festivities. The State Commandant, Joachin Okafor, gave the directive during a strategic management briefing held at the command headquarters in Port […]
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Francis Uzoho will captain the Super Eagles in tonight’s Unity Cup semi-final encounter against the Warriors of Zimbabwe, DAILY POST reports.
Uzoho is the most senior player in camp following the absence of the regular captain, Wilfred Ndidi, and another experienced member of the team, Moses Simon.
The Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper was also on media duty with head coach Éric Chelle on Monday.
The 27-year-old has been capped 37 times by Nigeria.
Wrexham’s Arthur Okonkwo and Ikorodu City star Michael Atata are the other goalkeepers in camp.
Tonight’s encounter will kick off at 7.30 pm Nigeria time.
Following the rising cost of foodstuffs, rams, and other essential items in the market ahead of tomorrow’s Sallah celebration, Muslim faithful across Kaduna and its environs have vowed that nothing would stop them from observing their religious obligation come May 26, 2026.
A cross-section of Muslims interviewed in Kaduna on Tuesday expressed gratitude to God for seeing them through to witness the 2026 Sallah celebration, declaring that “with or without animal sacrifice, they will perform their spiritual obligation.”
According to Alhaji Murtala Jimoh, the Managing Director of Kaduna Motors, there is no spiritual obligation that makes animal sacrifice compulsory.
“It is necessary to sacrifice an animal, especially a ram, but where you cannot afford to buy one, there is no punishment for it. You worship God with all your heart and perform your spiritual obligation according to your means.”
Hajia Salamatu Moses, who expressed surprise at the cost of foodstuffs and rams, accused sellers of waiting until the Sallah period to sell their products in order to exploit Muslims observing their religious obligations.
“I wonder why these people waited patiently until this period in order to extort money from Muslims,” she said.
According to her, although the prices of these items have always been high, the festive period has made the situation worse, adding that this is a holy month and everybody must give an account of what he or she sows.
However, her observations were countered by a ram seller at the Kaduna Central Market. Mallam Idrisu Konduga said ram prices have risen due to insecurity.
According to him, people are no longer interested in rearing rams and other animals because bandits can drive them away from their homes at any time. He added that the few individuals who still rear these animals often charge high prices.
In an interview, the Chairman of the Cattle Rearers Association, Kaduna State chapter, Mallam Musa Lali, said the scarcity of rams and the cost of transportation to markets had increased selling prices.
“No businessman wants to sell at a loss. Therefore, most of us who sell these animals add our expenses, including feeding the animals and providing proper healthcare facilities, among others. These will surely increase the selling price.”
A member of the State House of Assembly, who did not want his name published, said the high cost of foodstuffs, especially animals, during festive periods has always existed.
According to him, businessmen and women always want to make profits, and some store their products while waiting for festive periods to make huge gains.
Lamentation in Kaduna as prices of foodstuffs, rams skyrocket
Russia’s foreign ministry said the planned strikes would also target drone manufacturing facilities in Kyiv….
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Former France defender, Patrice Evra, has said Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen could be the difference maker at Manchester United.
Osimhen is already attracting attention around Europe after another fine campaign with the Turkish champions.
The Super Eagles striker has been linked with United, Chelsea, Barcelona and Real Madrid in the past.
But Evra is urging the Red Devils to make a move for Osimhen to bolster their attack.
“Back in the day, we had four amazing strikers, and if you want to compete in every competition, you need more strikers,” Evra told Goal.
“But if I have to name one player, I’ll say Osimhen because I know he can make the difference.”
South East Development Commission (SEDC) has commenced the grand finale of the inaugural South East Venture Capital Programme (SEVCP), marking a
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Education stakeholders, including parents and school proprietors, have expressed deep anger and grief following a resurgence of violent attacks on schools and the abduction of students and teachers by bandits. The renewed wave of violence has shattered a recent period of relative calm, sparking fears that the country is sliding back into a familiar nightmare. […]
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The Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has announced the deployment of 1,000 personnel across strategic locations in the state ahead of the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah) celebrations.
According to a statement issued by the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Ibrahim Sharada, the personnel will be stationed at key locations including Eid prayer grounds, major highways, and recreational centres.
The Managing Director of KAROTA, Faisal Mahmud Kabir, said the deployment is part of the agency’s commitment to maintaining order and safety for all road users during the celebrations.
“We are fully prepared to ensure free flow of traffic and reduce congestion during the Sallah period. Our personnel will be on ground at all strategic points to guide motorists and maintain order,” he said.
He also called on motorists and other road users to cooperate with traffic officials and obey traffic rules to avoid unnecessary delays and accidents.
In his remarks, the KAROTA Head of Operations, Auwal Shehu Muhammad Kofar Mata, also urged residents to celebrate responsibly and support the agency’s efforts.
He conveyed the Managing Director’s goodwill message, wishing all residents a peaceful and safe Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The agency assured that it remains committed to ensuring a smooth and incident-free festive period across Kano State.
KAROTA deploys 1,000 personnel for Eid-el-Kabir traffic control in Kano
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has declared Alhaji Muhammad Bello Dalhat as the winner of its governorship primary election in Kano State after defeating fellow aspirant, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Abacha, son of former Head of State, Sani Abacha.
According to the result announced by the chairman of the election committee appointed by the PDP national leadership, Hon. Umar Danjani Hadejia, Muhammad Bello Dalhat secured 2,233 votes to emerge winner of the contest.
Abacha polled 749 votes in the primary election.
“With the total votes recorded, Alhaji Muhammad Bello Dalhat scored the highest number of votes and is hereby declared winner and the PDP governorship candidate for Kano State,” the statement said.
The primary election comes as political parties intensify preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections across the country.