Iran’s delegation walked out of the UN General Assembly after US President Donald Trump threatened to “annihilate” the country if a deal is not reached.
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Month: September 2026
Atiku cites SBM survey to justify fuel subsidy proposal
Atiku Abubakar cites an SBM survey showing 67.4% of Nigerians support restoring petrol subsidy to justify his own proposal for a production subsidy.
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61 Nigerian officials linked to $271 million US property holdings -Report
The investigation examined how wealth linked to Nigerian political and economic elites moved into the US real estate market and identified recurring risk factors in the acquisition of the properties.
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Niger: Bago inaugurates commission to investigate deaths of 37 persons in NSCDC custody
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has inaugurated a nine-member Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the deaths of 37 persons who died in the custody […]
AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles hit training ground ahead of Madagascar showdown
The Super Eagles held their first training session on Tuesday night ahead of Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Matchday 1 encounter against the Barea of Madagascar, DAILY POST reports.
Twenty-three players took part in the session held at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.
Only the first 15 minutes was open to the media and members of the public.
Captain Wilfred Ndidi, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and winger Samuel Chukwueze arrived in camp a few hours before the team hit the training ground.
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is expected to arrive at the team’s Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Ikot Ekpene base, on Wednesday.
The Super Eagles will continue their preparations with another training session on Wednesday.
AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles hit training ground ahead of Madagascar showdown
DR Congo delegation begins study tour of NCDMB’s local content model
The delegation from DR Congo arrived in Nigeria on Monday to understudy the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board’s acclaimed local content framework for the oil and gas industry.
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NPFL: Monday happy to help Plateau United beat Shooting Stars
Plateau United forward Gideon Monday has expressed happiness with his contribution to the team’s 3-1 win over Shooting Stars.
Monday scored the equaliser for Plateau United, cancelling out Taheer Abubakar’s opening goal for Shooting Stars.
Seiyefa Jackson gave Plateau United the lead for the first time in the game before Jibril Ibrahim added the third for the hosts in a 3-1 win.
The forward said he attacked the goal with determination to give Plateau United the lead.
“I’m really happy with the victory, and also delighted to have scored my first goal for the club,” Monday told Plateau United media.
“I feel very happy to have scored against my former club, Shooting Stars. I know I had a chance which I attacked with determination.”
DAILY POST recalls that Monday joined the Jos-based club from Shooting Stars at the start of the new campaign.
He will hope to continue his scoring form when Plateau United face Doma United at the Pantami Stadium on Wednesday.
NPFL: Monday happy to help Plateau United beat Shooting Stars
NCDMB deepens energy ties with China, participates in oil and gas summit
The engagement formed part of the Board’s and oil industry’s participation in the 15th China Shale Oil and Gas Summit, convened from 20 to 23 September 2026 at the Chengdu Century City International Conference Centre
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NPFL: Bendel Insurance coach Boboye targets victory over Ikorodu City
Bendel Insurance technical adviser, Kennedy Boboye, has urged his players to aim for the maximum points in the Matchday 5 encounter against Ikorodu City.
The Benin Arsenals will square up with Ikorodu City at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, on Wednesday.
Boboye said that the players are ready for the encounter.
He expressed optimism that his players would respond to the defeat against Ranchers Bees last Sunday.
“Tomorrow’s game is a must-win for us because if we want to be among the contenders for the league title, we must work hard to remain in the top three from the start of the season,” Boboye said in a chat with the players on Tuesday.
“So, if we win tomorrow, we would be up again around third or fourth on the table.
“The players know the importance of the game.”
NPFL: Bendel Insurance coach Boboye targets victory over Ikorodu City
Ballon d’Or: I think of two players – Lamine Yamal
Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, has said he thinks of two players when it comes to the Ballon d’Or.
According to him, they are Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho.
Yamal, in an interview with France Football, described the type of players he believes deserve to win individual awards.
“Ballon d’Or means a different player. No goals scored, nothing like that,” Yamal said.
“When I think about the Ballon d’Or, I think of Messi, Ronaldinho, players like that, who are different, who bring a smile when you watch them play.
“The Ballon d’Or recognises the best player of the year, a unique player, the one who gives pleasure watching, the one for whom you tune into a match just to see him.”
