The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a motorcyclist Sanni Salisu during an encounter with officers in the Moniya area of Ibadan an incident that triggered unrest and the burning of a police outpost. The incident which occurred around 11:00am on April 24 2026 reportedly involved two officers attached to the Kara Police Outpost who were said to be conducting an unauthorised stop and search operation. In a statement issued on Wednesday the command spokesperson Ayanlade Olayinka said the 35 year old rider suddenly developed what appeared to be an epileptic seizure during the interaction and became…
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The Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Centre, Bolaji Idowu, has sparked reactions after advising married women to refrain from condemning their husbands over infidelity, urging them instead to affirm positive declarations. The cleric gave the counsel during a recent church service, a video of which surfaced online on Wednesday and quickly gained traction on social media. Addressing his congregation, Idowu warned that labelling husbands as habitual cheats or publicly highlighting their misconduct could reinforce such behaviour rather than correct it. He encouraged women to adopt what he described as faith-based affirmations, urging them to refer to their husbands as…
The Supreme Court has slated Thursday, April 30, for judgment in the protracted leadership tussle within the opposition African Democratic Congress. The apex court had earlier reserved its decision in the matter, a move that prompted the party to petition the Chief Justice of Nigeria, citing urgency over the lingering dispute. However, in an update on Wednesday, the court confirmed that the judgment will be delivered by 2pm on Thursday, bringing anticipation to a close over the crisis rocking the party.
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two suspects over the alleged abduction and killing of a 17-year-old Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination candidate, Thompson Adams, in the Ikorodu area of the state. The state Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists at the command headquarters in Ikeja. Tijani identified the suspects as Elijah Emmanuel, 23, and Tony Ogenata, 21, noting that they were apprehended on Monday around 8pm following actionable intelligence. According to the police boss, preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was returning from his examination centre on April 22 when he was lured…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday barred the Independent National Electoral Commission from recognising or taking part in any congress conducted by a contested caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress. In a judgment delivered by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, the court also restrained a former Senate President, David Mark, alongside other key figures in the party, from interfering with the tenure and responsibilities of duly elected state executives. The ruling marks a significant turn in the lingering leadership tussle within the ADC, with potential consequences for control of party structures ahead of future political activities. The suit was…
Widespread outrage has erupted following the circulation of a viral video showing a woman allegedly assaulting her 15-year-old daughter in the Ipaja area of Lagos State. The incident, said to have occurred at No. 32 Tashoro Street, near Opeki Bus Stop, was captured in a disturbing footage that surfaced in the early hours of Wednesday. In the clip, the woman, dressed in a yellow shirt, was seen pinning the teenager to the ground while brandishing a knife after reportedly beating her near the entrance of a residential compound. Bystanders were observed intervening to stop the attack, though the condition of…
Dangote Refinery has increased the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, by N75, intensifying pressure on consumers already grappling with high fuel costs. As reported by Daily Post, the new price, announced on Wednesday, moves from N1,200 to N1,275 per litre. Coastal prices were also adjusted upward to N1,215 per litre. The upward review comes against the backdrop of rising global crude oil prices, with Brent crude trading at approximately $114.80 per barrel, reflecting a 3.15 per cent increase. Reports indicate that Brent crude edged closer to $115 per barrel on Wednesday, while West Texas Intermediate…
The United States Department of State has announced plans to roll out a limited-edition passport bearing the image of President Donald Trump as part of activities marking the country’s 250th independence anniversary. According to reports by Fox News, the redesigned passport is a commemorative issue tied to the ‘America250’ celebrations. Preview images shared via the White House’s official X account show the president’s portrait on the inside cover, alongside excerpts from the Declaration of Independence, the American flag, and Trump’s signature embossed in gold. Another page of the booklet features a well-known painting depicting the founding fathers at the signing…
A 41-year-old man, Uchenna Aghoha, has been arrested by the police in Lagos State for allegedly killing his wife, Esther, during a domestic dispute in the Satellite Town area of the state. The incident, which occurred on Friday, has sparked fresh concerns over rising cases of domestic violence. Sources told PUNCH Metro that the deceased had reportedly endured repeated abuse in the marriage prior to the fatal altercation. It was gathered that an argument between the couple escalated into a physical confrontation, during which the suspect allegedly punched his wife, leading to her collapse. A resident familiar with the incident,…
By Tolulope Eniola All arrangements have been concluded for Professor Nnaoma Iwu, a distinguished scholar of Comparative Politics, Strategic Studies, and Conflict Resolution at Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA), Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, to deliver the institution’s 61st inaugural lecture on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The lecture, titled “Killing the ‘gods’ of Ethnicity inhibiting Nigeria’s Journey towards Technological Innovation: Football Theory of Scientific Development to the Rescue,” will examine ways of addressing ethnic divisions as a pathway to accelerating national development and technological innovation in Nigeria. The event is scheduled to hold at the University Multipurpose Hall at 2:00 p.m., with…