Author: Citynews

As the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited continues its search for technical partners to operate the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has once again insisted that the facilities will never work. Obasanjo spoke during a television interview aired on Saturday night by Sony Irabor Live, which was monitored by our correspondent. He said, “One of the lessons that I learnt is that PPP (public-private partnership) works. Look, one project that has not been destroyed by the government in Nigeria is the NLNG (Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas), where the private sector has 51 per cent, and the…

Two new TV commercials from Globacom recently released, have focused on the important message of seamless and reliable connection, propping up recent network improvement efforts by the company. The two commercials, “Road Trip” and “Department of Imagination”, both reinforce the company’s commitment to seamless connectivity for all classes of its customers. The two commercials, apart from being highly entertaining, also highlight how Glo fits into everyone’s everyday life, while also focusing on a more connected and exciting future for all. “Road Trip” brings a warm and familiar story to life. It follows a family journey filled with laughter and real-life moments. When…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the rising wave of violent attacks across Nigeria, describing them as a serious threat to the country’s peace, unity, and stability. Nigeriatravel guide In a statement shared on his official X account on Saturday, Atiku denounced what he called “continued acts of terrorism and brigandage,” stressing that violence against innocent citizens “must never be allowed to define who we are as a people.” He extended condolences to victims and affected communities, while urging authorities to intensify efforts to address the worsening security situation. “The foremost responsibility of any government is the protection of lives and…

Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, has invoked the violent political history of “Operation Wetie” to caution against moves towards one-party domination in Nigeria. “Operation Wetie” was a campaign of intense political violence that rocked Nigeria’s western region, with its epicentre in Ibadan, in the mid-1960s. The term, derived from the Yoruba phrase meaning “wet him” or “soak it,” described the practice of dousing political opponents, their homes and vehicles with petrol before setting them ablaze. It erupted after the highly disputed 1965 western region elections, which were widely alleged to have been rigged in favour of the ruling faction, effectively…

Members of the United States Congress have formally requested detailed explanations from the Pentagon on the US airstrikes conducted in Nigeria on December 25, 2025, as well as the broader American military posture in the country. The United States President, Donald Trump, had announced on December 25 that US forces conducted strikes against Islamic State-linked militants in Nigeria’s North-West region. The Federal Government later stated that the operation, carried out in Sokoto State, was authorised and did not violate the country’s sovereignty or territorial integrity. However, in a March 9, 2026 letter addressed to US Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth,…

Panic erupted on Saturday night after gunshots were fired near Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., forcing security operatives to evacuate the president and guests. CityNews reports that the incident occurred at the Washington Hilton Hotel, where hundreds of guests had gathered for the annual black-tie event. The suspect was apprehended at a screening area just outside the ballroom. Confirming the development, Trump said, “Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job. They acted quickly and bravely. The shooter has been apprehended.” Tactical teams reportedly stormed the venue with weapons drawn, taking control of the stage…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has redeployed Anugbum Onuoha, a former aide and cousin to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as the new Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Akwa Ibom State. The commission disclosed that the outgoing REC, Obo Effanga, handed over to Onuoha at the INEC state headquarters in Uyo on April 17. Effanga is expected to assume duty in Edo State as part of what INEC described as a routine administrative redeployment. Onuoha, a professor of property and secured credit law, previously served as REC in Edo State, where he supervised the 2024 governorship election.…

The immediate past Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said he duly consulted President Bola Tinubu before tendering his resignation, contrary to reports suggesting otherwise. Adelabu made the clarification in a statement issued on Saturday and made available to DAILY POST. According to reports, he resigned from his ministerial position to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). There had been claims that Adelabu failed to carry out the necessary consultations before stepping down from office. However, in a statement signed by his Media Aide, Femi Awogboro, Adelabu dismissed the reports,…

The Seyi Makinde-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) have declared that they will field only one presidential candidate in the 2027 election. CityNews reports that they political parties announced this on Saturday at their opposition summit in Oyo State. PDP Chairman Tanimu Turaki SAN stated this while reading a communique from the summit in Ibadan, Oyo State. More to come…

Former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has arrived in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, for the National Summit of Opposition Political Party Leaders. The former presidential candidate who shared the information in a post on his account on Saturday expressed excitement, adding that he is ready for meaningful engagements with other leaders. CityNews reports that the summit is hosted by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. “Excited to arrive in Ibadan, Oyo State, for the National Summit of Opposition Political Party Leaders, hosted by Governor Seyi Makinde. “Ready for meaningful engagements with fellow national leaders,” he wrote. Other opposition leaders who have…