By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu | Lafia The clamour for credible, unifying leadership within the All Progressives Congress (APC) intensified on Tuesday as stakeholders from Nasarawa State made a passionate case for the zoning of the party’s National Chairmanship to the North Central—with a resounding endorsement of Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura. Amid growing calls for internal restructuring following the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the stakeholders described Al-Makura as a tested and trusted statesman, whose track record, loyalty, and unblemished legacy make him the natural choice to steer the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking in Lafia, APC chieftain…
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By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu Lafia In a dramatic turn of events, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gayam Ward, Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, has announced the immediate suspension of the State Chairman of the party, Hon. Aliyu Bello, over alleged anti-party activities. The decision, made public during a press briefing in Lafia on Tuesday, follows a resolution signed by the executive members of the ward, who accused the embattled chairman of breaching party discipline and undermining internal unity by allegedly campaigning for a rival party. Announcing the suspension, Gayam Ward Chairman, Ibrahim Iliyasu, stated…
In a bold move to fast-track energy access and support Nigeria’s clean energy transition, the Kogi State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) to drive renewable and off-grid electricity solutions across the state. The collaboration was formalized during a working visit by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to the ECN headquarters in Abuja, where he was warmly received by the Commission’s Director-General and CEO, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, a proud indigene of Kogi State. The engagement focused on exploring joint efforts to scale clean energy initiatives that directly impact underserved communities, aligning with President Bola…
In a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s teacher education system, the Senate on Tuesday passed for second reading a bill sponsored by Senator Jibrin Isah (Kogi East)—popularly known as Echocho—to upgrade the College of Education, Ankpa, into a Federal University of Education. The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to Establish the Federal University of Education, Anpa, for its Management and Administration, and for Related Matters, 2025 (SB. 716),” received unanimous support during plenary, with lawmakers praising its vision, practicality, and national relevance. Echocho, while leading the debate, described the bill as a strategic response to the national teacher…
By Fatima Ndagi In a bold step to bridge the information gap on biotechnology and reshape public discourse around Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), in collaboration with the Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) Nigeria Chapter and the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), on Monday, June 30, 2025, convened a high-level sensitisation workshop for members of the House of Representatives Press Corps in Abuja. Held at Denis Hotel, the one-day workshop brought together journalists covering Nigeria’s legislature for an interactive engagement focused on demystifying GMOs and exploring their potential to revolutionize agriculture, tackle…
In a stunning display of rising northern acceptance, former presidential candidate and Labour Party leader, Mr. Peter Obi, has been conferred with the traditional title Sarkin Maskan Pantami—Chief of Shelter and Peace of Pantami—by the Pantami Emirate Council in Gombe State. The honor, sealed in a formal letter signed by Mai Martaba Alhaji Yakubu Abdullahi, the District Head of Pantami, recognizes Obi’s tireless humanitarian contributions and commitment to grassroots development in the region. “This appointment is made in recognition of your dedication and determination towards the development of our community,” the letter reads, describing Obi as a friend of the…
In a historic leap that has ignited national pride and global applause, Owolabi Salis, a US-based Nigerian lawyer, chartered accountant, and political figure, has become the first Nigerian to travel into space, joining the elite ranks of citizen astronauts. Salis was one of six space tourists aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 mission, which successfully launched from West Texas on June 29, 2025, aboard the New Shepard spacecraft. The 10-minute suborbital flight crossed the Kármán line — the internationally accepted boundary of space — reaching an altitude of 105.2 kilometers. “This mission is more than just a trip into space, it’s a…
In a significant move that could bring much-needed relief to consumers, Dangote Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS) by ₦40, from ₦880 to ₦840 per litre, sparking expectations of a nationwide drop in pump prices. The development, announced Monday, has triggered an emergency meeting of petroleum marketers, who are expected to implement a new pricing regime starting Tuesday, July 2, 2025. Speaking exclusively to DAILY POST, Abubakar Maigandi, President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), confirmed the price adjustment and welcomed the move. “It is true. Dangote Refinery reduced its petrol ex-depot…
In what many feared would be a breaking point for Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) instead found strength in unity, as it concluded its 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting amid tension and external disruption. Former Senate President Dr. Bukola Saraki, a key figure in the party’s national leadership, described the outcome as a symbolic victory not just for the PDP, but for Nigeria’s democracy. “There was no victor, no vanquished. The winner today is the PDP — and more importantly, Nigeria’s democracy,” Saraki said in a statement following the crucial gathering. Held at the party’s…
In a rare diplomatic gesture symbolising growing South-South solidarity, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been conferred an honorary knighthood by the Government of Saint Lucia, underscoring Nigeria’s rising influence across the Atlantic. The title of Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia (KCOSL) — one of the country’s highest honours — was formally bestowed on President Tinubu during his ongoing state visit to the Caribbean nation, making him the first sitting Nigerian president to receive such recognition from a Caribbean government. The knighthood was approved by Governor General Errol Charles following the advice of Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre,…