Ukraine’s president Zelenskiy to meet UK PM Starmer

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday. The visit is said to be ahead of a wider summit of European leaders in London on Sunday to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine. A Starmer’s office spokesman said the Prime Minister and President Zelenskiy will be meeting in Downing Street
Ukraine’s president Zelenskiy to meet UK PM Starmer

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday.

The visit is said to be ahead of a wider summit of European leaders in London on Sunday to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine.

A Starmer’s office spokesman said the Prime Minister and President Zelenskiy will be meeting in Downing Street this afternoon.

The meeting comes amid an extraordinary public spat between Zelenskiy and Donald Trump at the White House over the war with Russia, with the US president threatening to withdraw support for Ukraine.

Zelenskiy had seen the meeting in the Oval Office as an opportunity to convince the United States not to side with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who ordered the invasion of Ukraine three years ago.

It could be recalled that Starmer spoke to both Trump and Zelenskiy on Friday and expressed his unwavering support for Ukraine, echoing similar statements of backing for Zelenskiy from other European leaders.

Ukraine’s president Zelenskiy to meet UK PM Starmer

NFL champion Ojomo announces plans to unveil sports academy in Nigeria

The Nigerian-born American football player, Morotoluwa Ojomo, who recently won the 2025 National Football League Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles, has revealed plans to establish an academy in Nigeria aimed at empowering young athletes. Ojomo, who arrived in Lagos on Wednesday with his parents and sister, spoke about his vision to create opportunities for
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The Nigerian-born American football player, Morotoluwa Ojomo, who recently won the 2025 National Football League Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles, has revealed plans to establish an academy in Nigeria aimed at empowering young athletes. Ojomo, who arrived in Lagos on Wednesday with his parents and sister, spoke about his vision to create opportunities for

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Zelenskiy’s US trip a political, diplomatic failure – Russia

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has said the trip of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Ukraine to Washington on Friday was a political and diplomatic failure, stating that he was obsessed with continuing to wage war. DAILY POST reports that Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump clashed at a White House meeting on Friday, plunging ties between Kyiv
Zelenskiy’s US trip a political, diplomatic failure – Russia

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has said the trip of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Ukraine to Washington on Friday was a political and diplomatic failure, stating that he was obsessed with continuing to wage war.

DAILY POST reports that Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump clashed at a White House meeting on Friday, plunging ties between Kyiv and the United States, its main military backer to a new low.

“The visit … to Washington on February 28 is a complete political and diplomatic failure by the Kyiv regime,” Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said in a written statement published on Saturday on the ministry’s website.

According to her, Zelenskiy’s behaviour at the White House as outrageously boorish, adding that the Ukrainian president was an unabashed cynic, whose main goal was to keep power.

“For the sake of this, he has destroyed the opposition, built a totalitarian state and ruthlessly sends millions of citizens to their deaths,” Zakharova added.

Meanwhile, Kyiv has previously dismissed such accusations.

Zelenskiy had seen the meeting as an opportunity to convince the US not to side with Russian President Vladimir Putin and openly challenged Trump over his softer approach towards the Russian leader.

Zelenskiy’s US trip a political, diplomatic failure – Russia

BREAKING: Abducted corps member freed after N1.1m ransom payment

A National Youth Service Corp member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday has regained freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1m. PUNCH Online reports that Lawal was kidnapped while en route to Ibadan, Oyo State from Benin, Edo State to resume at her place of primary assignment. The
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A National Youth Service Corp member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday has regained freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1m. PUNCH Online reports that Lawal was kidnapped while en route to Ibadan, Oyo State from Benin, Edo State to resume at her place of primary assignment. The

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Why I returned to APC – Shehu Sani

Why I returned to APC – Shehu Sani Olugbenga Ige The former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has stated the reason he dumped the Peoples Democratic Party and rejoined the All Progressives Congress. The human rights activist made this known on Friday during an appearance on a Channels Television programme, Hard Copy.
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Why I returned to APC – Shehu Sani Olugbenga Ige The former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has stated the reason he dumped the Peoples Democratic Party and rejoined the All Progressives Congress. The human rights activist made this known on Friday during an appearance on a Channels Television programme, Hard Copy.

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Akpabio vs Natasha: Make sure nothing is done to rubbish Nigerian Senate – Saraki calls for transparent resolution

Former Nigerian Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has reacted to the ongoing sexual harassment allegation against Godswill Akpabio, by the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. DAILY POST reports that Natasha, on February 20 2025, had a face-off with the president of the 10th Senate, during the plenary, after discovering that her seat had been changed
Akpabio vs Natasha: Make sure nothing is done to rubbish Nigerian Senate – Saraki calls for transparent resolution

Former Nigerian Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has reacted to the ongoing sexual harassment allegation against Godswill Akpabio, by the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

DAILY POST reports that Natasha, on February 20 2025, had a face-off with the president of the 10th Senate, during the plenary, after discovering that her seat had been changed without her consent.

Reacting to the incident, the Senate unanimously voted to refer Natasha to the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, for disciplinary review.

Reacting to the development in an interview with Arise Television on Friday, she accused Akpabio of sexual harassment.

The accusations have generated diverse reactions on social media.

However, reacting to the incident, Saraki, in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Saturday, advised that “constitution, laws of the country, rules of the Senate as well as parliamentary conventions and practices should be adhered to in resolving the issue”.

While calling for transparency in the resolution process, Saraki warned those involved “to be sure that nothing is done to rubbish the institution.”

Expressing his sadness, he wrote “I have watched from afar the recent development in the Senate between the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.

“It is a development that has made me sad because of its overall negative effect on the integrity, sanctity, image, and public perception of the institution. I

“I believe that everyone who has had anything to do with the National Assembly, particularly as a leader, member, and worker should always jealously protect these values which make the institution, the numero uno, among the three arms of government.

“It is for these reasons that I believe that the two parties in this dispute and their supporters in and out of chamber should be mindful of the impact of their actions, inactions, reactions, claims, and counter-claims to be sure that nothing is done to rubbish the institution.

“The constitution, laws of the country, rules of the Senate as well as parliamentary conventions and practices should be adhered to in resolving the issue.”

Akpabio vs Natasha: Make sure nothing is done to rubbish Nigerian Senate – Saraki calls for transparent resolution

Ramadan: Governor Uba Sani charges Kaduna residents to pray for peace

As Muslims all over the world begin fasting today, the Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, urged all Muslim faithful to reflect fully on the noble values of empathy, generosity, solidarity, brotherhood and cooperation. Governor Uba Sani wrote on his verified Facebook page: “I wish to extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the
Ramadan: Governor Uba Sani charges Kaduna residents to pray for peace

As Muslims all over the world begin fasting today, the Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, urged all Muslim faithful to reflect fully on the noble values of empathy, generosity, solidarity, brotherhood and cooperation.

Governor Uba Sani wrote on his verified Facebook page: “I wish to extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Muslim faithful in Kaduna State, Nigeria, and across the globe on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan.

“I pray to Almighty Allah to bless you all and give you the strength to go through this major pillar of our faith.

“I enjoin us to use this period to reflect fully on the noble values of empathy, generosity, solidarity, brotherhood, and cooperation.

“This is the time to share food, love, time, and respect with the poor and needy in our society. Let us renew our relationship with Almighty Allah and ask for His mercy for our state and country.

“I call on all citizens of Kaduna State to pray fervently for the sustenance of the peace and unity prevailing in our dear state. We are one people, and our strength lies in our diversity. As a government, we shall continue to do all that is necessary to consolidate the peace in our state, revitalize our economy, and place it irreversibly on the path to growth and development.

“May the spirit of this holy month of Ramadan stay in our hearts and illuminate our souls.”
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Ramadan: Governor Uba Sani charges Kaduna residents to pray for peace

USAID: Employees given 15 minutes to ‘park up and leave’ [VIDEO]

Some sacked employees of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) were given 15 minutes to pack up and leave the office. CNN reported on Friday that employees were seen outside the office with their belongings. “It has been horrible; there was little to no communication with us. We are being treated terribly,” an
USAID: Employees given 15 minutes to ‘park up and leave’ [VIDEO]

Some sacked employees of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) were given 15 minutes to pack up and leave the office.

CNN reported on Friday that employees were seen outside the office with their belongings.

“It has been horrible; there was little to no communication with us. We are being treated terribly,” an employee told CNN anonymously.

This follows the massive layoff of staff by USAID amid efforts by President Donald Trump to cut government spending.

Recently, the US government announced a plan to cut foreign aid contracts valued at $5 billion.

“At the conclusion of a process led by USAID leadership, including tranches personally reviewed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, nearly 5,800 awards with $54 billion in value remaining were identified for elimination as part of the America First agenda—a 92 percent reduction,” the US State Department said in a statement.

DAILY POST recalls that since Trump’s inauguration, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has doubled down on its cost-cutting stance.

USAID: Employees given 15 minutes to ‘park up and leave’ [VIDEO]

Ekiti pharmacists hail NAFDAC’s efforts in combating fake drugs

The Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Ekiti State Branch, Martins Alutundu, has lauded the efforts of the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration to rid the country of fake and substandard drugs and sanitise the drug distribution system. Alutundu, in a statement titled, ‘Ekiti PSN lauds the bold steps of NAFDAC’, made
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The Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Ekiti State Branch, Martins Alutundu, has lauded the efforts of the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration to rid the country of fake and substandard drugs and sanitise the drug distribution system. Alutundu, in a statement titled, ‘Ekiti PSN lauds the bold steps of NAFDAC’, made

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PICTORIAL: Seyi Makinde, wife celebrate 27th wedding anniversary

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and his wife, Tamunominini, on Friday celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary, in Ibadan, the state capital. Sharing photos, on Facebook Tamunominini, wrote, “Today, we celebrate 27 incredible years of marriage, love and adventure together. “You are the rock that holds me, the friend who laughs with me and the
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The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and his wife, Tamunominini, on Friday celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary, in Ibadan, the state capital. Sharing photos, on Facebook Tamunominini, wrote, “Today, we celebrate 27 incredible years of marriage, love and adventure together. “You are the rock that holds me, the friend who laughs with me and the

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