# benue (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover benue. Page: Feed: --- ## [Five killed in fatal head-on collision on Lagos Badagry expressway](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/five-killed-in-fatal-head-on-collision-on-lagos-badagry-expressway/) _2026-08-22 · Sunday Dennis · Daily Post Nigeria_ Five men have reportedly died following a fatal road crash involving a Toyota Camry and an Iveco truck at Sawmill, near Mowo Bus Stop, along the Badagry Expressway in Lagos. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, with the vehicles identified as a Toyota Camry with registration number FKJ 630KS and an Iveco truck \[…\] Five killed in fatal head-on collision on Lagos Badagry expressway ## [NNL: Sokoto United to resume training August 24 ahead of new season](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/nnl-sokoto-united-to-resume-training-august-24-ahead-of-new-season/) _2026-08-22 · Taiwo Adesanya · Daily Post Nigeria_ Sokoto United FC have announced Monday, August 24th, as resumption date for pre-season preparations ahead the 2026-27 Nigeria National League season. The club made the announcement in an official statement signed by the Media Manager, Abdulsalam Ibrahim Imam. All the coaches and retained players are expected to report on or before the resumption date. Sokoto United \[…\] NNL: Sokoto United to resume… ## [NPFL: Olanrewaju reveals Rivers United’s ambition for 2026/27 season](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/npfl-olanrewaju-reveals-rivers-uniteds-ambition-for-2026-27-season/) _2026-08-22 · Taiwo Adesanya · Daily Post Nigeria_ Rivers United assistant coach, Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel, has declared the team’s target ahead of the new season. Finidi George’s side will compete on three fronts in the 2026/27 season – the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, the President Federation Cup, and the CAF Champions League. Olanrewaju declared Rivers United’s readiness to have a successful season. \[…\] NPFL: Olanrewaju reveals Rivers… ## [Transfer: Tarabina relishes move to Tanzanian club Vipers SC](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/transfer-tarabina-relishes-move-to-tanzanian-club-vipers-sc/) _2026-08-22 · Taiwo Adesanya · Daily Post Nigeria_ Tarabina Biweribo has described his move to Ugandan side, Vipers SC, as a dream come true. Biweribo joined the Ugandan champions from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Plateau United this week. Biweribo expressed his eagerness to make his debut for Vipers SC. “It is a dream come true for me as a player,” Biweribo \[…\] Transfer: Tarabina relishes move to Tanzanian club Vipers SC ## [Seat of caliphate under threat, stop Sokoto killings – MURIC to Defence minister](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/seat-of-caliphate-under-threat-stop-sokoto-killings-muric-to-defence-minister/) _2026-08-22 · Musliudeen Adebayo · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, has advised the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, rtd, to mobilise resources and manpower within his reach to halt incessant killings and other violent crimes in the country. MURIC noted that the recent killing of innocent citizens, particularly in Sokoto State, is worrisome. MURIC made the call in \[…\] Seat of caliphate under threat, stop… ## [Yari accepts appointment as APC Presidential campaign council DG](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/yari-accepts-appointment-as-apc-presidential-campaign-council-dg/) _2026-08-22 · Vanessa Onah · Daily Post Nigeria_ Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar has accepted his appointment as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 elections. In a statement released on Saturday in Abuja, the Zamfara West senator expressed deep gratitude and seriousness over the responsibility. “I accept this responsibility with deep gratitude and full seriousness. My sincere… ## [Fire outbreak at popular SPAR shopping outlet in Calabar \[VIDEO\]](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/fire-outbreak-at-popular-spar-shopping-outlet-in-calabarvideo/) _2026-08-22 · Vanessa Onah · Daily Post Nigeria_ A fire outbreak is currently raging at SPAR, a popular shopping outlet in Calabar, this Saturday morning. The fire, which reportedly started inside the shopping outlet, has sent thick smoke billowing across the city, while fierce flames can be seen from Barracks Road, about 100 yards away from the scene. Firefighters had reportedly arrived at the scene \[…\] Fire outbreak at popular SPAR shopping… ## [EPL: Michael Owen snubs Man City, predicts teams to finish top 5, bottom 3](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/epl-michael-owen-snubs-man-city-predicts-teams-to-finish-top-5-bottom-3/) _2026-08-22 · John Owen Nwachukwu · Daily Post Nigeria_ Former Manchester United player, Michael Owen has predicted that Arsenal will win the Premier League title this season. He also predicted the top five teams and the three bottom sides at the end of the season. The new season kicked off on Friday with champions Arsenal beating Coventry City 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. In a post \[…\] EPL: Michael Owen snubs Man City, predicts teams to finish top 5,… ## [Turkey: Osimhen moves up to third in Galatasaray’s foreign scorers ranking](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/turkey-osimhen-moves-up-to-third-in-galatasarays-foreign-scorers-ranking/) _2026-08-22 · Mike Oyebola · Daily Post Nigeria_ Victor Osimhen has moved to third position on Galatasaray’s list of highest-scoring foreign players, DAILY POST reports. Osimhen achieved the feat after netting a brace in Okan Buruk’s side’s 4-0 victory over Erzurum FK on Friday night. The 27-year-old moved ahead of former Czech international, Milan Baros, who scored 61 goals for the club. The \[…\] Turkey: Osimhen moves up to third in… ## [MLS: Lionel Messi fined for slapping Sullivan](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/22/mls-lionel-messi-fined-for-slapping-sullivan/) _2026-08-22 · Ifreke Inyang · Daily Post Nigeria_ Inter Miami superstar, Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping Philadelphia Union’s Quinn Sullivan on the head. Both Messi and Ian Fray were fined undisclosed amounts, as the latter also made contact with an opponent’s neck during the 2-2 draw. This was confirmed by MLS on Friday. Messi scored one goal and provided an assist for \[…\] MLS: Lionel Messi fined for slapping Sullivan ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/LKSDt7XYb6j6) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Troops rescue kidnapped victims, foil terrorists attack in Kaduna, Sokoto](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/troops-rescue-kidnapped-victims-foil-terrorists-attack-in-kaduna-sokoto/) _2026-08-21 · John Gabriel · Daily Post Nigeria_ Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (North West), have foiled terrorist attacks and rescued kidnapped victims in Kaduna and Sokoto states. The Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, said in a statement that on August 20, 2026, troops of \[…\] Troops rescue kidnapped victims, foil terrorists… ## [EPL: Arsenal begin title defence with 3-0 win over Coventry](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/epl-arsenal-begin-title-defence-with-3-0-win-over-coventry/) _2026-08-21 · Ifreke Inyang · Daily Post Nigeria_ Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a resounding 3-0 victory over Coventry City on Friday night. The Gunners won their first title in 22 years last term. And against the winners of the Championship, Mikel Arteta’s men showed their class at the Emirates. Kai Havertz scored the first goal of this campaign, with \[…\] EPL: Arsenal begin title defence with 3-0 win over Coventry ## [Transfer: Arsenal on verge of completing double transfer as Man Utd players travel to London](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/transfer-arsenal-on-verge-of-completing-double-transfer-as-man-utd-players-travel-to-london/) _2026-08-21 · John Owen Nwachukwu · Daily Post Nigeria_ Arsenal are nearing a double acquisition from Manchester United, with young talents James Scanlon and Habeen Ogynneye travelling to London to finalise their transfers. The Gunners aim to recruit players who can be nurtured and contribute to the first team in the future. The club has already secured the signing of Elijah Upson, the son \[…\] Transfer: Arsenal on verge of completing double transfer as… ## [Turkey: Osimhen hits double, bags assist in Galatasaray victory](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/turkey-osimhen-hits-double-bags-assist-in-galatasaray-victory/) _2026-08-21 · Mike Oyebola · Daily Post Nigeria_ Victor Osimhen scored twice and provided an assist as Galatasaray thrashed Erzurum FK 4-0 in their Turkish Super Lig encounter on Friday night. Roland Sallai gave the defending champions the lead in the 12th minute. The visitors continued their dominance, with Osimhen setting up Yunus Akgün for Galatasaray’s second eight minutes later. Osimhen got Okan \[…\] Turkey: Osimhen hits double, bags assist… ## [Ninety Days to Name the Enemy](https://truthnigeria.com/2026/08/ninety-days-to-name-the-enemy/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Truth Nigeria_ Abuja Works ‘Threat Assessment’ in Face of Election By Mike Odeh James (Abuja) Nigeria’s president has given his military and intelligence chiefs 90 days to agree on what is actually killing his citizens. At the Federal Executive Council meeting on August 19, 2026, President Bola Tinubu ordered the immediate preparation of a National Threat Assessment \[…\] ## [2026 IYD: CP cautions youths against violence, political thuggery](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/2026-iyd-cp-cautions-youths-against-violence-political-thuggery/) _2026-08-21 · Lovina Anthony · Daily Post Nigeria_ Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has warned Nigerian youths against violence or engaging in political thuggery. He urged them to rather embrace the special national campaign, tagged, “My Future Is Greater Than Political Thuggery,” as their watchword, adding that no political ambition is worth their lives or future. Speaking \[…\] 2026 IYD: CP cautions youths… ## [NSIB issues four safety recommendations after Enugu Air runway overrun](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/nsib-issues-four-safety-recommendations-after-enugu-air-runway-overrun/) _2026-08-21 · John Gabriel · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has raised fresh safety concerns over the runway-end environment, control tower line of sight and availability of meteorological information following the runway overrun involving an Enugu Air aircraft in Benin, Edo State. The NSIB, in its preliminary report on the July 23, 2026 accident, said it had issued four \[…\] NSIB issues four safety… ## [ADC demands investigation into attack on member’s family home in Rivers](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/adc-demands-investigation-into-attack-on-members-family-home-in-rivers/) _2026-08-21 · Ifunanya Obeme-Ndukwe · Daily Post Nigeria_ The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State has called for justice and a thorough investigation into the attack and burning of the family home of one of its members in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Isaiah Thomas. The party made the demand after visiting the family residence of Thomas at Omuoko, Aluu, on Wednesday, following \[…\] ADC demands investigation into attack on member’s family… ## [Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 21, 2026: Nigerian naira extends appreciation to end week on good note](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-august-21-2026-nigerian-naira-extends-appreciation-to-end-week-on-good-note/) _2026-08-21 · Ogaga Ariemu · Daily Post Nigeria_ The naira extended its appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Friday, ending the week on a positive note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira further gained against the dollar on Friday, trading at N1,346.49 compared with N1,347.63 recorded on Thursday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, \[…\] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 21,… ## [Apata urges Ekiti lawyers to remain proactive, prioritize rest](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/apata-urges-ekiti-lawyers-to-remain-proactive-prioritize-rest/) _2026-08-21 · Emmanuel Ani · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Ekiti State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dayo Apata, SAN, has urged lawyers in the state to remain proactive in the discharge of their professional duties while also creating time for rest and relaxation. Apata gave the charge at a luncheon organised for lawyers in the state to commemorate the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association \[…\] Apata urges Ekiti lawyers to remain proactive,… ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OyUB4uiPsW4l) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Niger: Police, youths unite against political, digital thuggery](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/niger-police-youths-unite-against-political-digital-thuggery/) _2026-08-21 · Priscilla Dennis · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Niger State Police Command has urged youths to reject political thuggery, cybercrime and other forms of violence capable of undermining peace and democratic participation in the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, made the call on Friday during a Police-Youth Dialogue with the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Niger State \[…\] Niger: Police, youths unite… ## [ISIS-linked Terrorists Make Concurrent Attacks in Sokoto State Tuesday](https://truthnigeria.com/2026/08/isis-linked-terrorists-make-concurrent-attacks-in-sokoto-state-tuesday/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Truth Nigeria_ Growing Threat to Nigeria from Sahelian Jihadist Groups: Experts By Suleman Ayuba and Onibiyo Segun (Sokoto) – Armed Lukurawa terrorists attacked three Sokoto communities overnight, Tuesday, according to Sahara Reporters, killing five residents, abducting others and looting homes in a coordinated assault exposing the group’s growing ability to challenge law enforcement in Nigeria’s far North.The… ## [4‑Month‑Old Baby Among 7 Christians Abducted by Fulani Militants in Imo State](https://truthnigeria.com/2026/08/4-month-old-baby-among-7-christians-abducted-by-fulani-militants-in-imo-state/) _2026-08-21 · News Desk · Truth Nigeria_ The attack highlights the spread of Fulani militant kidnappings into Nigeria’s southeast and growing insecurity along federal highways. By Ebere Inyama IMO STATE, Nigeria — A four‑month‑old baby was among seven Christians abducted by armed Fulani militants in southeastern Nigeria, where survivors say they were held for three days without food or water, beaten with \[…\] ## [Emergency Response Agencies urged to collaborate to save accident victims in Nigeria](https://nigerianconcord.com.ng/emergency-response-agencies-urged-to-collaborate-to-save-accident-victims-in-nigeria/) _2026-08-21 · Administrator · Nigerian Concord News_ By :Ben Ukeji ….. Abbas, Okonokhua, Sani, calls for synergy at HERF Summit Stakeholders in accident ,disaster and Emergency Management have stressed the need for stronger collaboration and building of… ## [Osun Election: God’s might is mightier than your federal might, Wike By Kunle Adeloye](https://nigerianconcord.com.ng/osun-election-gods-might-is-osun-election-gods-might-is-mightier-than-your-federal-might-wike-by-kunle-adeloye-that-your-federal-might-wike-by-kunle-adeloye/) _2026-08-21 · Administrator · Nigerian Concord News_ Nigerian Concord Newspaper The recent statement by the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, regarding the Osun State Governorship Election is not merely reckless; it is a… ## [Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘He’s a genius’ – Jorge Mendes names player who deserves to win award](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/ballon-dor-2026-hes-a-genius-jorge-mendes-names-player-who-deserves-to-win-award/) _2026-08-21 · Don Silas · Daily Post Nigeria_ Jorge Mendes, the former agent of Cristiano Ronaldo, has named Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal as the only player who deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Mendes described the Spain international as a genius, adding that no footballer can be compared to him. “The Ballon d’Or is for a genius, and Lamine Yamal is the \[…\] Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘He’s a genius’ – Jorge Mendes names player who deserves to… ## [NPFL: Oyedokun leaves Ikorodu City for Libyan club Al-Afreeki SC](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/npfl-oyedokun-leaves-ikorodu-city-for-libyan-club-al-afreeki-sc/) _2026-08-21 · Taiwo Adesanya · Daily Post Nigeria_ Ikorodu City have announced the departure of Tosin Oyedokun from the club, DAILY POST reports. Oyedokun left the Oga Boys for a move to Libyan club Al-Afreeki SC. The midfielder was one of the longest serving members of the Oga Boys. The move marked Oyedokun’s first stint outside Nigeria after two seasons in the NPFL. \[…\] NPFL: Oyedokun leaves Ikorodu City for Libyan club Al-Afreeki SC ## [Police seek donations for MOPOL officer battling brain injury after on-duty accident](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/police-seek-donations-for-mopol-officer-battling-brain-injury-after-on-duty-accident/) _2026-08-21 · Roseline Nwosu · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Nigeria Police Force has launched a fundraising drive to support ASP Oyadele John, a Mobile Police Officer attached to MOPOL 22, Ikeja, Lagos, who is currently receiving treatment at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, after suffering injuries in an on-duty accident. According to a police wireless message dated August 20, 2026, Oyadele \[…\] Police seek donations for MOPOL… ## [NNL confirms promoted teams ahead new season](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/nnl-confirms-promoted-teams-ahead-new-season/) _2026-08-21 · Taiwo Adesanya · Daily Post Nigeria_ The Nigeria National League, NNL, has confirmed the promotion of eight teams ahead of the 2026-27 season. The promoted teams are Dekkal Khairu FC, Mighty Jets Feeders, Neurospark FC and DMD FC. Others are Right-2-Win FC, OYC FC, Junior Danburam FC and Ikorodu City FA. The teams will be formally welcomed to the NNL at \[…\] NNL confirms promoted teams ahead new season ## [My husband threatened to leave me if I don’t stop smoking – Toyin Abraham](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/my-husband-threatened-to-leave-me-if-i-dont-stop-smoking-toyin-abraham/) _2026-08-21 · Sunny Green Itodo · Daily Post Nigeria_ Nollywood actress and producer, Toyin Abraham has revealed that her husband, Mr Kolawole Ajeyemi, once threatened to leave her if she doesn’t stop smoking. Speaking in a recent episode of The Moraya Show, Abraham disclosed that she was a cigarette addict but gave up the addiction because she didn’t want to lose her marriage. She \[…\] My husband threatened to leave me if I don’t stop smoking – Toyin… ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Yssorl6mNrcl) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [UK warns against travel to several Nigerian states](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/uk-warns-against-travel-to-several-nigerian-states/) _2026-08-21 · Wale Odunsi · Daily Post Nigeria_ The United Kingdom has cautioned its citizens against trips to multiple states in Nigeria, citing insecurity, kidnapping, violent crime, and inter-ethnic violence. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office updated its travel advice for the West African nation on Thursday, urging those who must visit or are present to be vigilant. For North East Nigeria, the FCDO \[…\] UK warns against travel to… ## [Osun: ‘Let us unite, heal together’ – Adeleke condoles families of electoral violence victims](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/osun-let-us-unite-heal-together-adeleke-condoles-families-of-electoral-violence-victims/) _2026-08-21 · Olanrewaju Rasheedat · Daily Post Nigeria_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents to heal and unite after his re-election, while remembering victims of electoral violence recorded before the election. Adeleke made the call in a message posted on his official page after he was re-elected as governor, thanking residents for trusting him with another mandate. He described the \[…\] Osun: ‘Let us unite, heal together’ –… ## [Nasarawa: Sule reacts to rescue of kidnap victim, arrest of three suspects by DSS](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/nasarawa-sule-reacts-to-rescue-of-kidnap-victim-arrest-of-three-suspects-by-dss/) _2026-08-21 · Chris Johnson · Daily Post Nigeria_ Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi A. Sule, has commended the Department of State Services, DSS, and other security agencies for the successful rescue of a kidnap victim and the arrest of three suspects allegedly connected to the crime in Lafia. The operation, according to a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mallam Ibrahim Addra, \[…\] Nasarawa: Sule reacts to rescue of… ## [LaLiga: What I found in Real Madrid dressing room – Mourinho](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/laliga-what-i-found-in-real-madrid-dressing-room-mourinho/) _2026-08-21 · Ifreke Inyang · Daily Post Nigeria_ Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has said he has found a dressing room that really wants to win. Mourinho has returned to the Santiago Bernabeu for a second stint, 13 years after his first spell. The Portuguese manager claims the current squad has not given him the chance to be aggressive, as the players are \[…\] LaLiga: What I found in Real Madrid dressing room – Mourinho ## [EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Arsenal vs Coventry, Fulham vs Chelsea, other fixtures](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/epl-chris-sutton-predicts-arsenal-vs-coventry-fulham-vs-chelsea-other-fixtures/) _2026-08-21 · Don Silas · Daily Post Nigeria_ Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton has predicted the outcomes of the Premier League matches taking place this weekend and on Monday. Arsenal will take on Coventry on Friday night, while Chelsea will clash with Fulham on Monday. Hull City will host Manchester United on Saturday afternoon, while Manchester City will face Bournemouth on Sunday. Providing his predictions, Sutton said via BBC Sport:… ## [‘Christians Are Infidels, Should Leave Nigeria,’ Muslim Cleric Says](https://truthnigeria.com/2026/08/christians-are-infidels-should-leave-nigeria-muslim-cleric-says/) _2026-08-20 · News Desk · Truth Nigeria_ Christian leaders say the comments violate Nigeria’s constitutional protections and fuel dangerous narratives about religious ownership of the state. By Luka Binniyat KADUNA, Nigeria — A firestorm erupted across Nigeria after influential Islamic cleric Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir declared that Christians are “infidels,” a minority, and should leave the country if they oppose Muslim–Muslim political… ## [2027: Don’t vote on sentiment again, PDP chieftain, Ijebor tells Nigerians](https://tmsnews.ng/2027-dont-vote-on-sentiment-again-pdp-chieftain-ijebor-tells-nigerians/) _2026-08-20 · News Editor · TMS News_ David Okpashi Odama A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Engr. Anselm Ijebor, has urged Nigerians to interrogate candidates and avoid voting based on religion, ethnicity and slogans as the 2027 election campaign commences. Ijebor, speaking to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday while reacting to the lifting of the presidential campaign ban by the \[…\] The post 2027: Don’t vote on… ## [Nasarawa Assembly confirms Gov. Sule’s 8 New Commissioner nominees](https://tmsnews.ng/nasarawa-assembly-confirms-gov-sules-8-new-commissioner-nominees/) _2026-08-20 · News Editor · TMS News_ as a bill for the establishment of the College of Animal Health and Production Technology Obi scales its first reading. Okpashi Odama Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has screened and confirmed 8 new commissioner nominees sent to it by Gov. Abdullahi Sule. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Danladi Jatau Ph.D disclosed this after \[…\] The post Nasarawa Assembly confirms Gov. Sule’s 8 New Commissioner… ## [No Space for Pilot Ranching in Benue – CAN](https://tmsnews.ng/no-space-for-pilot-ranching-in-benue-can/) _2026-08-20 · News Editor · TMS News_ From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Benue State Chapter, has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed pilot ranching programme in the state, insisting that there is no available land for the initiative. The Acting Chairman of CAN in the state, Rev. Jonathan Ugbede, stated this while hosting the Legislative Writers Forum of \[…\] The post No Space for Pilot… ## [Boko Haram Expands Rural Killings Days After Nigerian Military Claims Security Gains](https://truthnigeria.com/2026/08/boko-haram-expands-rural-killings-days-after-nigerian-military-claims-security-gains/) _2026-08-20 · News Desk · Truth Nigeria_ Hong LGA hit by back‑to‑back attacks as insurgents push deeper into Christian farming communities By Luka Binniyat & Suleman Ayuba (MAIDUGURI) —Boko Haram fighters are pushing deeper into rural Adamawa State, killing civilians and burning homes just 48 hours after Nigerian troops claimed major security gains in the region. On Monday, August 17, insurgents stormed \[…\] ## [Edo: Five workers die from electrocution, crane accidents at Chinese firm](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/edo-five-workers-die-from-electrocution-crane-accidents-at-chinese-firm/) _2026-08-20 · Enahoro Iyemefokhai · Daily Post Nigeria_ No fewer than five workers have reportedly died at Rongtai Building Materials Nigeria Limited, located in the Utesi community, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State, within the past month. DAILY POST reports that this was disclosed during a visit by the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, to the company on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. It was \[…\] Edo: Five workers die from electrocution,… ## [UN condemns arrest of opposition members in Zambia](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/un-condemns-arrest-of-opposition-members-in-zambia/) _2026-08-20 · Wale Odunsi · Daily Post Nigeria_ The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the arrests and detention of opposition members in Zambia before and after the August 13 general election. High Commissioner Volker Türk urged the authorities to stop arbitrarily detaining people and uphold the due process rights of all those being held. The rights chief noted that \[…\] UN condemns arrest of opposition members in… ## [Plateau killings: Attackers went from house to house killing our people – Survivors](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/plateau-killings-attackers-went-from-house-to-house-killing-our-people-survivors/) _2026-08-20 · Lekkyez Auta · Daily Post Nigeria_ Survivors of the deadly attack on Bin-Per community in Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, where more than 25 people were killed on Tuesday, have narrated how the attackers went from house to house, killing their victims, who were mostly women, children and the elderly. In a video shared on social media \[…\] Plateau killings: Attackers went from house to house killing… ## [Transfer: Chelsea sign Osborne from Hearts](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/transfer-chelsea-sign-osborne-from-hearts/) _2026-08-20 · Don Silas · Daily Post Nigeria_ Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Alfie Osborne from Scottish side, Hearts. The Blues disclosed this in a statement on their website on Wednesday. Osborne has signed a contract with Chelsea that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2030. He previously captained Hearts’ Under-18 side to victory in the Scottish FA Youth Cup final. The \[…\] Transfer: Chelsea sign Osborne from Hearts ## [Police investigate killing of council chairman’s aide in Rivers](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/police-investigate-killing-of-council-chairmans-aide-in-rivers/) _2026-08-20 · Ifunanya Obeme-Ndukwe · Daily Post Nigeria_ Rivers State Police Command says an investigation is ongoing into the killing of the protocol aide to the Chairman of Khana Local Government Area, Phillip Barikui, and another person in Bori. The Command’s spokesperson, ASP Blessing Agabe, appealed to members of the public with useful information “to come forward and assist the police in arresting \[…\] Police investigate killing of council… ## [NPFL: Pre-season tournament will get clubs ready for CAF challenges – Owumi](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/npfl-pre-season-tournament-will-get-clubs-ready-for-caf-challenges-owumi/) _2026-08-20 · Mike Oyebola · Daily Post Nigeria_ Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Davidson Owumi, has said the pre-season tournament in Jos will provide Nigeria’s representatives in CAF club competitions with an ideal opportunity to adequately prepare for their continental campaigns. League champions Rangers International, runners-up Rivers United, and President Federation Cup winners El-Kanemi Warriors are… ## [Benue: Police bust vehicle theft gang, recover two motorcycles, car](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/benue-police-bust-vehicle-theft-gang-recover-two-motorcycles-car/) _2026-08-20 · Winner James · Daily Post Nigeria_ Operatives of the Benue State Police Command have arrested five suspects allegedly linked to a vehicle theft syndicate operating in Benue and neighbouring states, recovering two Bajaj motorcycles and a Toyota Corolla. This was confirmed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu, on behalf of the Commissioner of \[…\] Benue: Police bust vehicle theft… ## [Zambia election: Mundubile moves against President Hichilema](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/zambia-election-mundubile-moves-against-president-hichilema/) _2026-08-20 · Wale Odunsi · Daily Post Nigeria_ Zambian opposition leader, Brian Mundubile has declared his intention to contest the re-election of President Hakainde Hichilema through the judicial process. The electoral commission on Tuesday declared Hichilema, 64, the winner of the August 13 election with about 60 per cent of the votes, while Mundubile secured 38 per cent. The President is the leader of the \[…\] Zambia election: Mundubile… ## [2027: OK Movement meets Peter Obi, reaffirms commitment to victory](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/2027-ok-movement-meets-peter-obi-reaffirms-commitment-to-victory/) _2026-08-20 · Matthew Atungwu · Daily Post Nigeria_ The National Executive Council of the OK Movement on Wednesday met with the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and reaffirmed its commitment to victory in the 2027 general elections. Led by its Director-General, Hon. John Ughulu, the movement discussed its mobilisation efforts and its role in the 2027 presidential campaign. Present at the meeting \[…\] 2027: OK… ## [Dangote Refinery: Nigerian filling stations reduce fuel price by N90/L in three weeks](https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/dangote-refinery-nigerian-filling-stations-reduce-fuel-price-by-n90-l-in-three-weeks/) _2026-08-20 · Ogaga Ariemu · Daily Post Nigeria_ Nigerian filling stations have reduced their Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, pump prices by between N35 and N90 per litre, about three weeks after Dangote Refinery’s gantry price reduction. Checks by DAILY POST showed that MRS, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), AA Rano, Nigerian Independent Petroleum Company (NIPCO), Emedab and other filling stations in Abuja \[…\] Dangote Refinery:…