# dailyquery.com.ng

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## Posts

- [10-Man Argentina Holds Off Dominant Spain to Force Extra Time in World Cup Final](https://dailyquery.com.ng/10-man-argentina-holds-off-dominant-spain-to-force-extra-time-in-world-cup-final/): A masterclass in defensive resilience and a late-stoppage-time red card have sent the FIFA World Cup final into a grueling 30 minutes of extra time, as a dominant Spanish side failed to break through a 10-man Argentina squad at a packed New York New Jersey Stadium. ​Despite controlling 65% of the possession and outshooting La Albiceleste 15-0 across 90 minutes of regulation, Luis de la Fuente’s Spain could not find a way past Argentina’s brick wall of a defense, spearheaded by goalkeeper Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez. ​ From the opening whistle at 3:00 PM local time, Spain dictated the tempo through
- [Another Feather to WSK'S Hat](https://dailyquery.com.ng/another-feather-to-wsks-hat/): As Onitsha Metro Crowns Him The Generalissimo Another fitting feather has been added to the well decorated and honour filled hat of the Supreme Knight of The Order of The Knights of Saint Mulumba Nigeria (KSM) Sir Steve Adehi, SAN, CKSM, KCSS as he was last Saturday crowned the Ochiagha (Generalissimo) of KSM. The prestigious title was bestowed on him by the Onitsha Metropolitan Council of KSM in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedicated service to the Order. The decoration ceremony took place in Enugu on Saturday, July 18, 2026, where members of the Onitsha Metropolitan Council praised Sir
- [OPHK foils attempted abduction at FGGC Monguno](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ophk-foils-attempted-abduction-at-fggc-monguno/): Troops of Operation HADIN KAI and Nigeria Police Mobile Force foiled an attempted mass abduction by ISWAP terrorists at the Federal Government Girls College, Monguno, at about 1:30 a.m. on 19 July 2026. The school is currently being used as a temporary hostel for Federal Polytechnic, Monguno students. Security personnel engaged the attackers and, with reinforcement from Sector 3 QRF, forced them to flee. All 46 students were rescued and taken to Kinnasara Barracks, Monguno, for medical checks. All are stable and none was abducted. Sadly, some students lost their lives to sporadic gunfire during the attack. Operation HADIN KAI
- [Cardoso’s conceited remark at his Businessday @25 Q & A session](https://dailyquery.com.ng/cardosos-conceited-remark-at-his-businessday-25-q-q-session/): By: Gbola Oba Egbon Cardoso is sounding a bit conceited in this viral video by giving the impression that he bore the most criticism for taking those necessary and classically orthodox monetary measures (i.e., floating the currency to combat the illusory and historic multiple exchange rates that fuelled the latter-Buhari daily black market yoyo-rates; raising interest rates to both discourage borrowing and encourage the trillions of Buhari-Emefiele-printed naira notes to be attracted off the streets into bank vaults and to buy government bonds, to frontally tame inflation; etc). However, I think the politically suicidal courage of the President to remove
- [Beyond Runways: Nigeria’s airport revolution](https://dailyquery.com.ng/beyond-runways-nigerias-airport-revolution/): For decades, Nigeria’s airports were viewed primarily as transport infrastructure, serving as gateways where aircraft landed and passengers began journeys. That perception is changing rapidly as airports evolve into economic hubs, logistics centres, technology platforms and commercially driven engines of national development. The transformation promises new employment opportunities, stronger trade connections, improved passenger experiences and greater contributions to Nigeria’s broader economic ambitions. At the recently concluded Airport Business Summit 2026 in Lagos, industry leaders outlined a blueprint for building Nigeria’s airports differently. Regulators, operators, consultants and other stakeholders agreed that future competitiveness would depend on intelligence, sustainability, commercial innovation and
- [Information Minister lauds Ibietan’s re-election as APRA scribe](https://dailyquery.com.ng/information-minister-lauds-ibietans-re-election-as-apra-scribe/): The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has congratulated Dr Omoniyi Ibietan on his re-election as Secretary General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA). The minister disclosed this in a congratulatory message issued by his media aide, Rabiu Ibrahim, in Abuja on Sunday. Idris described Ibietan’s re-election as a well-deserved recognition of his professionalism, dedication, and outstanding contributions to the public relations profession in Africa. Ibietan was re-elected at the APRA General Assembly held in Swakopmund, Namibia, alongside Mr Arik Karani of Kenya as President and Prof. Michele Mekeme of Cameroon as Vice President. The minister said
- [Before we dismember NYSC](https://dailyquery.com.ng/before-we-dismember-nysc/): MONDAY PHILIPS EKPE writes that Nigeria’s national youth service needs well-considered reforms, not capricious changes Federal Government’s recent pronouncement of its plan to reform the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has generated mixed reactions, understandably. The decision is not surprising, coming from an administration that loves to be seen as reform-minded. On a good day, attempts at introducing changes, especially result-oriented ones, are progressive and should be supported by those who care for advancement. But these are unusual times. Nigerians have had to live more with flamboyant rhetoric and serially broken promises than actual desirable deliverables. Scepticism about government’s intentions
- [Tinubu appoints Moshood Akinwande as SURCON president, names Oyo representatives](https://dailyquery.com.ng/tinubu-appoints-moshood-akinwande-as-surcon-president-names-oyo-representatives/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the leadership of the Surveyors Council of Nigeria (SURCON), appointing Surveyor Moshood Onifade Akinwande as the regulatory body’s new President. ​The President also approved the appointment of the Surveyor-General of Oyo State, Surveyor Olusoji Adeoye, and a former Oyo State Chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Surveyor Olaribigbe Shiyanbola, as council members representing Oyo State. ​The directive was officially communicated via an appointment letter issued on Sunday, July 19, 2026, by Ibrahim Abubakar, the Permanent Secretary of the General Services Office, on behalf of the Secretary to the Government
- [Tension in Imo as hoodlums attack YPP, APP secretariats in Owerri](https://dailyquery.com.ng/tension-in-imo-as-hoodlums-attack-ypp-app-secretariats-in-owerri/): Panic gripped residents of the Imo State capital in the early hours of Sunday, July 19, 2026, as unidentified hoodlums launched a coordinated attack on the state secretariats of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and the Action People’s Party (APP). ​The incident occurred at approximately 2:45 a.m. along Okigwe Road, Owerri, where the administrative offices of both opposition parties are located side-by-side. ​According to security guards on duty, a group of armed men arrived in two unmarked vehicles, wielding sledgehammers and machetes. The attackers systematically pulled down, defaced, and destroyed large campaign billboards, signposts, and branding materials belonging to both
- [APC Chairman Yilwatda, Deputy Senate President Barau, Senator Hanga hold closed-door strategic meeting](https://dailyquery.com.ng/apc-chairman-yilwatda-deputy-senate-president-barau-senator-hanga-hold-closed-door-strategic-meeting/): The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, held a high-stakes, closed-door meeting on Sunday with the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, and the Senator representing Kano Central Senatorial District, Rufai Hanga. ​The private meeting, which took place in the nation’s capital, comes amid rapidly shifting political alliances and intense foundational maneuvering ahead of the 2027 general elections. ​While official briefs from the session remained closely guarded, insiders suggest the dialogue heavily centered on the delicate political landscape of Kano State, long considered the crown jewel of northern politics. Senator Hanga, a key figure
- [HISTORIC TRIUMPH: Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya elected 33rd NBA President](https://dailyquery.com.ng/historic-triumph-oyinkansola-badejo-okusanya-elected-33rd-nba-president/): The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) entered a definitive new era on Sunday afternoon, July 19, 2026, as Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, was officially declared the winner of the fiercely contested 2026 national presidential election. Her victory marks a monumental shift in the leadership landscape of Africa’s largest bar association, making her the first woman to win the presidency in the 21st century. ​The Electoral Committee of the NBA (ECNBA), led by Chairman Chief Aham Ejelam, SAN, announced the final results at the NBA National Secretariat in Abuja following a rigorous 24-hour electronic voting process that concluded at 7:34 a.m. ​Badejo-Okusanya
- [NDLEA deals heavy blow to Cartels, seizes 1.5 million tramadol pills at Benin border](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ndlea-deals-heavy-blow-to-cartels-seizes-1-5-million-tramadol-pills-at-benin-border/): Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted over 1.5 million pills of Tramadol concealed in two trucks entering Nigeria through the Benin Republic border. ​The agency described the successful operation on Sunday, July 19, 2026, as another major blow to the backbone of transnational drug trafficking syndicates operating within the West African sub-region. ​According to an official statement released in Abuja by the NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, the operation was the result of meticulous, intelligence-led surveillance. ​The two trucks, which originated from Togo, transited through the Benin Republic before attempting to cross
- [West African leaders converge in Freetown as 69th ECOWAS summit kicks off](https://dailyquery.com.ng/west-african-leaders-converge-in-freetown-as-69th-ecowas-summit-kicks-off/): Heads of State and Government from across West Africa assembled at the Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre on Sunday, July 19, 2026, for the official opening of the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority. ​The high-stakes mid-year summit comes at a pivotal moment for the sub-region, as leaders face pressing discussions on economic integration, regional security, and democratic stability. ​The summit’s agenda is packed with critical regional issues like the Economic Integration which aims at accelerating the single-currency roadmap and boosting intra-regional trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Security Cooperation among key highlights of the
- [Civil Society outraged over proposed tech sanctions in new data bill](https://dailyquery.com.ng/civil-society-outraged-over-proposed-tech-sanctions-in-new-data-bill/): A coalition of digital rights advocates and civil society organizations has strongly condemned the newly proposed Nigeria Data Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2026, labeling it an existential threat to the nation’s digital economy. ​The backlash follows a formal petition sent to National Assembly leadership on July 18, 2026, by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). The advocacy group is demanding the immediate withdrawal of the bill, which critics argue uses data protection as a front to heavily regulate social media platforms and muzzle online speech. ​The controversy centers on strict new amendments that would legally force all international data processors
- [Katsina 2027: Minister mobilises 1m votes for Tinubu, Radda re-election](https://dailyquery.com.ng/katsina-2027-minister-mobilises-1m-votes-for-tinubu-radda-re-election/): The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Dr Muttaka Rabe-Darma, has vowed to mobilise over one million votes for President Bola Tinubu and Gov. Dikko Radda ahead of 2027 elections. The assurance was given on Sunday in Katsina by Mr Abubakar Tsanni, Director-General, Grassroots Mobilisation for Tinubu/Dikko (GMTD 2027), during an interactive session with youths and women groups. Rabe-Darma is the founder and Chairman of GMTD, a support group established to mobilise grassroots support for Tinubu and Radda. Tsanni said the engagement was aimed at strengthening mobilisation through partnerships and strategic interactions with political groups across the state. He said
- [Daily Query World Cup round up...with Mike Cerutti - Messi vs Yamal: Boy faces his master in World Cup final tonight is war](https://dailyquery.com.ng/daily-query-world-cup-round-up-with-mike-cerutti-messi-vs-yamal-boy-faces-his-master-in-world-cup-final-tonight-is-war/): Tonight is not just soccer. It is war. The World Cup Final has that heavy feeling where 90 minutes decides everything. Two nations one trophy and the whole world watching. The pitch will be a battlefield and every goal every tackle will feel like history being written live. The story is almost too wild to believe. 20 years ago mercurial Messi was pictured carrying a baby Lamine Yamal on his shoulders. That baby has now grown into Spain’s deadly hitman. The boy in Messi’s arms is now the man trying to take his crown. Football planned this moment long before
- [LP presidential candidate vows to overhaul Nigeria’s budget, procurement systems](https://dailyquery.com.ng/lp-presidential-candidate-vows-to-overhaul-nigerias-budget-procurement-systems/): The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Dr Chibuzor Okereke, has vowed to overhaul Nigeria’s budgeting and procurement systems if elected president in 2027. Okereke, who stated this while featuring on the News Agency of Nigeria Personality Interview Series on Sunday in Abuja, said the current system being run cannot address poverty and under-development in the country. “The envelop budgeting system being used cannot take the country out of the woods. We need a zero-based budgeting system if the country must catch up with developed nations,” he said. According to Okereke, every item that gets into the zero budgeting system has
- [Shettima arrives in Lungi, Sierra Leone for ECOWAS mid-year summit 2026](https://dailyquery.com.ng/shettima-arrives-in-lungi-sierra-leone-for-ecowas-mid-year-summit-2026/): Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday arrived in Lungi, Sierra Leone to participate in the 69th Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)  Heads of State and Government Summit. On arrival at the Sierra Leone International Airport, Lungi, Shettima was received by the Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr Mohamed Jalloh, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye. Also on ground to welcome the VP are the Nigerian High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, Amb. Ayo Luther-Ogbomode, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Gas, Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Nigerian Permanent
- [The Oriire precedent: Why the "KGB method" is Nigeria’s grim, necessary answer to asymmetric terror](https://dailyquery.com.ng/the-oriire-precedent-why-the-kgb-method-is-nigerias-grim-necessary-answer-to-asymmetric-terror/): By Prince Bolade Olukokun “In a state of lawlessness, it is illegal to be law-abiding.” (Fidel Castro) “Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable.” (John F. Kennedy) “An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.” (Exodus 21:24) The forest does not respect the Queensberry Rules. For over a decade, Nigeria has attempted to fight a deeply unconventional, asymmetric war using a textbook written in the air-conditioned offices of Geneva and Washington. We have deployed billions of Naira in military hardware, issued endless press statements of “deep concern,” and sent highly trained soldiers into
- [NBA elects Badejo-Okusanya president, pledges Bar that works for all](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nba-elects-badejo-okusanya-president-pledges-bar-that-works-for-all/): The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has elected Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), as its next president after she polled the most votes by the end of polling on Sunday morning. The winner had campaigned on the promise of a “bolder bar that works for everyone”. According to the election result, which was announced by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee of the NBA, Chief Aham Ejelam (SAN), shortly after the close of the poll, Badejo-Okusanya, the only female among the three presidential candidates, polled 12,317 votes, amounting to 47.18% of the 26,106 ballots, with electronic voting
- [History made ...As Victor Osihmen historically made Gala new leader](https://dailyquery.com.ng/history-made-as-victor-osihmen-historically-made-gala-new-leader/): Soccer fancier Mike Cerutti offers Osihmen 5 leadership qualities Advice History was made last week when Nigeria’s ruthless marksman Victor Osimhen has been named Captain of Galatasaray of Turkey. A big one for Africa and for Naija football. From Lagos streets to leading one of Europe’s biggest clubs this is a moment of pride for all of us back home. This appointment is more than an armband. It means trust responsibility and the eyes of millions now rest on him both on and off the pitch. Galatasaray fans are passionate and they expect their captain to lead with heart fight
- [Meet Mudi Africa ...The genius who thinks " outside the Box"](https://dailyquery.com.ng/meet-mudi-africa-the-genius-who-thinks-outside-the-box/): By Mike Cerutti “Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others.” — Jonathan Swift I recently drove past Ughelli on my way to Asaba and was impressed with the remodelled roundabout of Ughelli designed by Mudi Africa aka Mudiaga . The space now carries identity, pride, and a bold African signature. It’s the kind of work that makes you slow down, not just for traffic, but to appreciate beauty. This is amazing. He is a designer, interior decorator and sculpture expert who turns ordinary places into statements. His touch is not just in structures, but in the
- [Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi intensify flood preparedness measures](https://dailyquery.com.ng/anambra-enugu-ebonyi-intensify-flood-preparedness-measures/): By Ijeoma Agbafo The governments of Anambra, Enugu and Ebonyi states have intensified flood preparedness measures through public sensitisation, drainage clearance, emergency planning and evacuation arrangements to minimise the impact of flooding during the 2026 rainy season. The three states said they had activated emergency response mechanisms following flood predictions, with Ebonyi placing emergency agencies on alert and identifying vulnerable communities for possible evacuation. The state also designated temporary shelters for displaced persons, while the State Emergency Management Agency intensified public awareness campaigns and flood control projects, including drainage construction, desilting of waterways and erosion control. In Enugu, the State
- [To: His Excellency Mr Peter Obi (CON)](https://dailyquery.com.ng/to-his-excellency-mr-peter-obi-con/): ​Today, the entire community of the Sickle Cell Orphanage and Underprivileged Home, Agulu, stands together to salute a true father, His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi. ​Many know you as a governor, a leader, and a statesman. But to us in Agulu, you are the quiet anchor who ensures our doors stay open and our children stay alive. Sickle cell management is a relentless, expensive battle. In a world that often looks away from the vulnerable, your consistency has been our lifeline.  On this your birthday, we pray that the Almighty grants you long life, perfect health, and the fulfillment of
- [The odd quirks of Peter Obi at sixty-five](https://dailyquery.com.ng/the-odd-quirks-of-peter-obi-at-sixty-five/): By Valentine Obienyem The Greek biographer Plutarch, in the preamble to his ”Life of Alexander”, observed: ”I am writing biography, not history; and the most brilliant exploits do not always manifest a man’s virtue or vice so well as a slight thing, a word or a jest, which often tells us more of his character than a siege where ten thousand die.” He understood that greatness is often revealed not by monumental achievements but by seemingly insignificant habits and moments. Thus, in seeking to understand Alexander, he did not begin with his conquests but with the youthful prince taming the
- [OYO KIDNAPPING: Believe Tinubu’s Administration At Your Peril](https://dailyquery.com.ng/oyo-kidnapping-believe-tinubus-administration-at-your-peril/): EXPRESSO>>> By Steve Osuji Rescue Or Release: It has been a well-established fact that the Tinubu administration is fuelled by propaganda and lies. Bayo Onanuga, our erstwhile friend and professional colleague, as Igbo say, has practically learned to use the left hand in old age. He has redefined the art of fobbing and elevated half-truths to Sanskrit. But Brother Onanuga, chief spokesman of the Tinubu administration is to be pitied. He’s not the cause of the zero-credibility environment that exists today. He is only selling a very bad product. Both the president and his governance systems have turned out odious.
- [Ab⁠ia Government Reassures⁠ Residents over Flooding Concerns Along Owerrinta Road, Pledges Lasting Solution‍](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ab%e2%81%a0ia-government-reassures%e2%81%a0-residents-over-flooding-concerns-along-owerrinta-road-pledges-lasting-solution/): The Abia State G⁠overnme‌nt ha‌s taken no⁠te o⁠f a video circulati‍ng on social media showing flood‌ing within a residential c⁠ompound along⁠ the ongoing Ow‌errin‍ta Road reconstruction corridor.⁠ Whil‍e empathising with th‌e aff‍ect⁠ed residents, the Gover‍nment wishe⁠s to assure⁠ the public that the situation is rec⁠eivin‍g attention and‌ will be adequat‍ely addressed as part of the ongoing road construction project. Prelimi‌na⁠ry observ⁠ati‍ons indicate‍ that the aff⁠ected location has a long-standing top‍ogr⁠ap‍hica‌l challenge arising from its natural‍ly‍ undu‌lat‍ing terrain. The compoun⁠d sits on‌ a downward slope fro‍m the main road, a co‌ndition‌ that has historically made it susceptib‌le to water accumula‌ti⁠on during
- [2026 World Cup Failure: Gombe Reiterates Gasau Not At Fault, Dares Amaju On ‘NFF Life President’s Claim’](https://dailyquery.com.ng/2026-world-cup-failure-gombe-reiterates-gasau-not-at-fault-dares-amaju-on-nff-life-presidents-claim/): Former Gombe United Football Club Chairman, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe has said immediate past President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF),  Amaju Pinnic recently concurred with his view that the current NFF boss, Ibrahim Gusau, should not be blamed for the failure of the Super Eagles’ to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Gombe, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Athletics and Other Sports Commission, an NGO that advocates for transparency and accountability in Nigerian sports, stated this in a statement made available to VDCInsighst in Abuja. According to Gombe ” When I wrote in my previous
- [Nigerian Foremost Journalist Lanre Arogundade Joins IFEX Council](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nigerian-foremost-journalist-lanre-arogundade-joins-ifex-council/): Nigerian foremost Journalist, Former Chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Lagos State Council, Director International Press Center,IPC, Lanre Arogundade has been elected a council member of the International Freedom of Expression Exchange, IFEX. Speaking on the appointment, Mr. Arogundade, said: “I am honoured by the confidence of IFEX members and grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Council. At a time when the ecosystems that sustain media freedom, digital rights and access to information are under increasing pressure, networks such as IFEX remain vital platforms for solidarity, knowledge exchange and collective action. I look forward to working with fellow
- [A Nation at a Crossroads: For the Sake of the Next Generation](https://dailyquery.com.ng/a-nation-at-a-crossroads-for-the-sake-of-the-next-generation/): By Prince Jerry Amaukwu Nigeria is not leaving enough for the generation coming behind us, and for the unborn babies on the way. To the older generation, government worked. At Federal, State, and Local levels, there were schools, hospitals, water, electricity, and public services that both the rich and the poor could lay their hands on. Those were not luxuries. They were the foundation. They gave every child, regardless of background, a chance to stand. Today, that foundation has been sold off, piece by piece, to a few individuals and their families. What once belonged to the people has become
- [Mbappe Becomes World Cup’s All-Time Leading Scorer with 22 Goals](https://dailyquery.com.ng/mbappe-becomes-world-cups-all-time-leading-scorer-with-22-goals/): France captain Kylian Mbappe etched his name into FIFA World Cup history on Saturday by becoming the competition’s all-time leading goalscorer after scoring twice in France’s third-place playoff against England. The 27-year-old forward reached 22 World Cup goals, overtaking Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who has 21 and will have an opportunity to respond when the defending champions face Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final. Mbappe achieved the milestone during France’s dramatic 6-4 defeat to England in the bronze-medal match. His first goal sparked Les Bleus’ fightback after they had fallen 4-0 behind, before he added a second in the second
- [England in first World Cup podium finish in 60 years](https://dailyquery.com.ng/england-in-first-world-cup-podium-finish-in-60-years/): England ended a 60-year wait for a FIFA World Cup podium finish in spectacular fashion on Saturday, defeating France 6-4 in one of the highest-scoring matches in the tournament’s history to secure third place. The 10-goal thriller was the highest-scoring World Cup match since Hungary’s 10-1 demolition of El Salvador at Spain 1982 and the highest-scoring third-place playoff since France defeated West Germany 6-3 at the 1958 World Cup. Bukayo Saka stole the show with a brilliant hat-trick, while Jude Bellingham capped another outstanding tournament by scoring his seventh goal to become England’s highest-scoring player in a single World Cup
- [Case for replicating the Oyo kidnap-rescue template nationwide](https://dailyquery.com.ng/case-for-replicating-the-oyo-kidnap-rescue-template-nationwide/): By Farooq Kperogi Because human beings are prone to perceive nonexistent patterns, connections and intentional design even in random or unrelated events, a cognitive tendency called apophenia, and because Nigerians have an enduring and justified mistrust of government, I have seen many people question whether the abduction and rescue of pupils and teachers from three schools in the Yawota and Ahoro-Esinele communities of Oriire Local Government Area in Oyo State really happened. The mistrust is legitimate, but I find the apophenic leap from mistrust to the conclusion that the entire episode was staged a little unsettling. I am convinced by
- [RIP Volkswagen? The downfall of a German giant](https://dailyquery.com.ng/rip-volkswagen-the-downfall-of-a-german-giant/): Once-mighty carmaker stares into the abyss as China threatens to devour European industry Oliver Blume, the 58-year-old chief executive of Volkswagen Group, has lived and breathed the mighty German car industry for three decades. After training as an engineer, he began his career in the body shop of Audi, honing his skills at a time when German cars were still the first and last word in automotive excellence. He surely couldn’t have imagined, or wanted, his stellar VW trajectory to end up like it did last week. After rising through the ranks via Audi, SEAT and Porsche, there was Blume
- [Iranian supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ as U.S. troops killed in base attack](https://dailyquery.com.ng/iranian-supreme-leader-warns-of-unforgettable-lessons-as-u-s-troops-killed-in-base-attack/): Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to teach the United States “unforgettable lessons” on Saturday, July 18, 2026, just hours after the U.S. military reported its first troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the renewal of full-scale hostilities. ​The U.S. Central Command announced on Saturday morning that two American service members were killed, one remains missing, and four others were hospitalized following a massive Iranian drone and ballistic missile strike on a military base in neighboring Jordan late Friday night. The identities of the deceased troops have not yet been released. ​The lethal escalation marks a definitive collapse of
- [NBA presidential race: Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya extends early lead after sabotage attempt delays electronic polls](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nba-presidential-race-oyinkansola-badejo-okusanya-extends-early-lead-after-sabotage-attempt-delays-electronic-polls/): Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has forged a significant lead in the ongoing 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) presidential election. Emerging as the frontrunner, her early advantage follows a highly dramatic opening to the electronic poll, which was heavily disrupted by a coordinated cyberattack on the association’s voting infrastructure. ​The national election, originally scheduled to commence precisely at 12:00 a.m. West African Time (WAT) on Saturday, July 18, 2026, was thrown into sudden uncertainty when external malicious actors targeted the online voting system. ​In an emergency briefing, the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA), led
- [OAIC faults proposed FRSC act amendment, urges Tinubu to reject ban on preaching in commercial vehicles](https://dailyquery.com.ng/oaic-faults-proposed-frsc-act-amendment-urges-tinubu-to-reject-ban-on-preaching-in-commercial-vehicles/): A major religious crisis is brewing over a controversial legislative move to sanitize Nigerian roads. The Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC) has strongly condemned a proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act, which effectively categorizes the preaching of the Gospel in commercial vehicles as a public nuisance alongside hawking and street trading. ​The bill, passed by the National Assembly on Thursday, July 16, 2026, aims to curb driver distraction by banning all commercial and evangelical activities in moving passenger vehicles. Violators risk a ₦50,000 fine or six months imprisonment. ​Reacting to the development during an emergency
- [2027 polls: IPAC targets 2.5 million votes in Cross River, intensifies voter mobilisation](https://dailyquery.com.ng/2027-polls-ipac-targets-2-5-million-votes-in-cross-river-intensifies-voter-mobilisation/): The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Cross River State chapter, has projected that no fewer than 2.5 million eligible voters will cast their ballots across the state in the upcoming 2027 general elections. ​Speaking at a press conference in Calabar on Saturday, July 18, 2026, the State Chairman of IPAC, Effiom Edet Okon, revealed that the council has spent the past several weeks aggressively mobilizing political structures across all 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs) to ensure robust citizen participation. ​According to Okon, IPAC has been working closely with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), civil society organizations, traditional rulers, religious leaders,
- [Budget padding scandal: Atiku demands immediate NASS probe over ₦210 billion duplications in 2026 budget](https://dailyquery.com.ng/budget-padding-scandal-atiku-demands-immediate-nass-probe-over-%e2%82%a6210-billion-duplications-in-2026-budget/): In a major political showdown over national fiscal transparency, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has called on the leadership of the National Assembly to halt further execution of the 2026 Appropriation Act and immediately launch an independent forensic investigation into the fiscal document. ​The demand follows a detailed analytical review of the signed budget, which exposed over ₦210 billion in duplicated line items, overlapping project provisions, and inflated sub-heads across various federal ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). ​Speaking to political correspondents at a press briefing in Abuja on Saturday evening, July 18, 2026, Atiku described
- [British Airways partners with IA-foundation to equip out-of-school Nigerian children with laptops](https://dailyquery.com.ng/british-airways-partners-with-ia-foundation-to-equip-out-of-school-nigerian-children-with-laptops/): In a decisive move to tackle educational inequality, British Airways has partnered with the IA-Foundation to distribute laptops to vulnerable children, aiming to bridge the country’s digital divide and promote tech-enabled learning. ​The corporate social responsibility initiative was marked by an official handover ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The event brought together representatives from the international airline and the UK-registered non-governmental organisation, which is dedicated to rescuing out-of-school children in Nigeria and returning them to the classroom. ​The donation of 10 laptops is designed to integrate modern technology into the charity’s ongoing educational programs, giving underprivileged students
- [Justice Akpan grants CSO leave to pursue mandamus orders over Abia State's FOIA refusal](https://dailyquery.com.ng/justice-akpan-grants-cso-leave-to-pursue-mandamus-orders-over-abia-states-foia-refusal/): In a significant judicial development that underscores the growing emphasis on transparency and accountability in Nigerian governance, Honourable Justice E.U. Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Friday, 17 July 2026, granted granted leave to the Civil Society Observatory for Constitutional and Legal Compliance (CSOCLC) to apply for orders compelling disclosure from Local Government officials, Abia State, Federal Government authorities, and Union Bank of Nigeria. The move follows their deemed refusal to honour several Freedom of Information (FOI) requests served earlier this year, concerning the allocation and management of revenues at the Local Government level in Abia State.
- [Two weeks without Trigo Egbegi, my brother, my friend](https://dailyquery.com.ng/two-weeks-without-trigo-egbegi-my-brother-my-friend/): By Ikeddy Isiguzo Many who think they know Trigo Egbegi, easily Nigeria’s most in-depth boxing writer, never knew the man who immersed himself so much into boxing that he pinned away as the sport he loved went into irrelevance with such declivity that he could not stand it. Trigo, Aboy Trigo, as I called him, did very few things because he was not interested in things that did not elicit his passion. Aboy was a testimony to his youthful looks. He called me Ikeddyleeeeee, drawing the added letters until they sounded like a village ululation. He was nine years older
- [Reforms at the edges, rot at the core: The selective anti-corruption war of the Tinubu regime (A State Capture)!](https://dailyquery.com.ng/reforms-at-the-edges-rot-at-the-core-the-selective-anti-corruption-war-of-the-tinubu-regime-a-state-capture/): By Egwu Kene History has a name for what Nigeria is currently living through. In 1970, Indonesia’s President, Suharto commissioned an inquiry into the state oil company whose director general, Sutowo, had diverted revenues to military, political and personal interests spanning 37 companies. Suharto received the report which indicted the establishment and ignored it. Sutowo remained director for six more years, having been cleared of all wrongdoings by the president. Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines ran an identical regime: partisan enforcements, hollowed judiciary, suppressed opposition, and looting of public treasury. The Tinubu administration’s anti-graft war is not fictional. The Economic
- [Radda’s China mission signals Katsina’s ambition for technology-driven future](https://dailyquery.com.ng/raddas-china-mission-signals-katsinas-ambition-for-technology-driven-future/): When Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State stepped into some of China’s most advanced technology hubs, the visit was about far more than diplomatic courtesies or investment meetings. At Huawei’s futuristic Integrated Operations Centre, the Katsina governor encountered a model of governance increasingly powered by innovation rather than convention. The centre is where artificial intelligence, big data and automated systems coordinate city services in real time, and manufacturing plants produce next-generation technologies, The experience underscored a reality that many development experts have long emphasised: in today’s interconnected world, the strength of governments is no longer measured solely by kilometres of
- [Gov. Yahaya swears in 23 commissioners, 13 aides](https://dailyquery.com.ng/gov-yahaya-swears-in-23-commissioners-13-aides/): Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, on Saturday swore in 23 new commissioners, 13 special advisers, and one permanent secretary, just 10 months to the end of his administration. Yahaya congratulated the newly inaugurated public officials, urging them to justify their appointments by helping to drive the development and reform agenda of his administration in the state. The governor said that the expectations from the people were “very high and therefore, there is no time to waste.” Yahaya also tasked the appointees to implement government policies with total precision and deliver good governance directly to the doorsteps of citizens within
- [Review: Stock market gains N622bn amid decline in benchmark index](https://dailyquery.com.ng/review-stock-market-gains-n622bn-amid-decline-in-benchmark-index/): The Nigerian stock market added N622 billion to investors’ wealth during the week, as market capitalisation rose by 0.39 per cent to close at N157.057 trillion. This is in spite of a 0.14 per cent decline in the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) All-Share Index to 243,462.13 points. The market had opened the week with a capitalisation of N156.445 trillion and an All-Share Index of 243,798.76 points. Sectoral performance was largely positive, with all other indices closing higher except the NGX Main Board, NGX Consumer Goods, NGX Oil and Gas, NGX Lotus II, NGX Industrial Goods, NGX Growth and NGX Sovereign
- [ADC governorship candidate pledges agricultural reform, improved security in Adamawa](https://dailyquery.com.ng/adc-governorship-candidate-pledges-agricultural-reform-improved-security-in-adamawa/): The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Adamawa, Mr Omar Suleiman, has pledged to transform agriculture, improve security and develop rural infrastructure if elected in 2027. Suleiman, a former Nigerian ambassador to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, made the pledge at a news conference on Saturday in Yola. The candidate, popularly known as Omarana, described Adamawa as an agrarian state with immense potential for economic growth and food security. He said his administration would partner agricultural experts to train farmers in modern farming techniques and ensure the timely distribution of subsidised fertilisers. According to him, rural road development
- [#Throwback: Footprints magazine 2011](https://dailyquery.com.ng/throwback-footprints-magazine-2011/): One of the institutions that shaped me was the Lagos Business School. I was humbled and honored to be featured on the cover of the Institution’s iconic Footprints Magazine. As part of the Pioneer EMBA cohort, I deeply valued my time at LBS, the wonderful people, the experiences, and the memories I cherish.
- [Texas flooding leaves two dead as rescue operations continue](https://dailyquery.com.ng/texas-flooding-leaves-two-dead-as-rescue-operations-continue/): At least two people have died following severe flooding in central Texas, as emergency responders continued rescue operations in communities along the Guadalupe River after days of torrential rainfall. Authorities said the flooding, which affected parts of the Texas Hill Country, triggered flash flood emergencies, forced evacuations and left roads, bridges and homes submerged. Hundreds of people were rescued by boat and helicopter as floodwaters swept through several communities. The latest disaster has drawn comparisons with the devastating floods that struck the same region in July 2025, claiming more than 100 lives. Officials said improvements to flood warning systems and
- [HISTORIC: Tems becomes first African female artist to earn RIAA diamond single](https://dailyquery.com.ng/historic-tems-becomes-first-african-female-artist-to-earn-riaa-diamond-single/): Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, known globally as Tems, has officially made history as the first African female artist to secure a Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) Diamond-certified single in the United States. ​The monumental milestone was reached on Friday, July 17, 2026, when global music monitoring platform Chart Data confirmed that the hit record “Wait For U”, a collaboration by American rapper Future featuring Drake and Tems—surpassed the coveted 10 million unit sales threshold in the U.S., ultimately tracking at an impressive 11x Platinum (11 million units). ​With this certification, Tems joins Afrobeats icon Wizkid as the only
- [Trump calls on FIFA to return World Cup to U.S. Solo, jokes about leaving Canada and Mexico out](https://dailyquery.com.ng/trump-calls-on-fifa-to-return-world-cup-to-u-s-solo-jokes-about-leaving-canada-and-mexico-out-2/): U.S. President Donald Trump has called on soccer’s global governing body to bring the men’s FIFA World Cup back to the United States in the near future, proposing that the next American-hosted edition cut out its current co-hosts, Canada and Mexico. ​Speaking on Friday, July 17, 2026, during an official FIFA World Cup reception inside Trump Tower in New York City, Trump commended the success of the current 2026 tournament before offering a characteristically bold pitch to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. ​“You should choose the United States of America again,” Trump stated to the crowd ahead of Sunday’s highly anticipated
- [Celebrating a great mind, Prof. Barth Nnaji, at 70 and Congratulating a young intellectual, Prof. Chimaeze Adi, on his inspiring inaugural lecture](https://dailyquery.com.ng/celebrating-a-great-mind-prof-barth-nnaji-at-70-and-congratulating-a-young-intellectual-prof-chimaeze-adi-on-his-inspiring-inaugural-lecture/): By Peter Obi Today, in Enugu, I joined other Nigerians of goodwill in celebrating a great mind—an accomplished scientist, innovator, and one of the pioneers of the E-Design concept—Prof. Barth Nnaji, as he marked his 70th birthday. The tributes paid to Prof. Nnaji by friends, associates, and admirers reflected the profound impact he has made in engineering, academia, public service, and the power sector. The occasion also brought back fond memories of my interactions with Prof. Nnaji, especially during my tenure as Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum. We worked closely together on the ambitious initiative to assume greater responsibility
- [Trump Calls on FIFA to Return World Cup to U.S. SOLO, Jokes About Leaving Canada and Mexico Out](https://dailyquery.com.ng/trump-calls-on-fifa-to-return-world-cup-to-u-s-solo-jokes-about-leaving-canada-and-mexico-out/): U.S. President Donald Trump has called on soccer’s global governing body to bring the men’s FIFA World Cup back to the United States in the near future, proposing that the next American-hosted edition cut out its current co-hosts, Canada and Mexico. ​ Speaking on Friday, July 17, 2026, during an official FIFA World Cup reception inside Trump Tower in New York City, Trump commended the success of the current 2026 tournament before offering a characteristically bold pitch to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. ​“You should choose the United States of America again,” Trump stated to the crowd ahead of Sunday’s highly
- [Gov Mbah Celebrates Tech Pioneer Bart Nnaji at 70, Commends Homecoming Impact](https://dailyquery.com.ng/gov-mbah-celebrates-tech-pioneer-bart-nnaji-at-70-commends-homecoming-impact/): Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Friday, July 17, 2026, joined prominent leaders and well-meaning Nigerians to celebrate former Minister of Power, Prof. Bart Nnaji, on the occasion of his 70th birthday. ​ Speaking at a celebratory event held in Enugu, Governor Mbah lauded the world-renowned Professor of Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing for his patriotism, particularly his decision to bring his wealth of international expertise back home to drive development in Nigeria. ​”Prof. Bart Nnaji represents the finest of our intellectual exports, but more importantly, he exemplifies the spirit of homecoming,” Governor Mbah stated. “At a time when the
- [Court Slams N140m Fine on Wabara-Led PDP BoT, Refuses to Order INEC Recognition](https://dailyquery.com.ng/court-slams-n140m-fine-on-wabara-led-pdp-bot-refuses-to-order-inec-recognition/): In a major blow to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Abuja division of the Federal High Court on Friday, July 17, 2026, dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize the Senator Adolphus Wabara-led Board of Trustees (BoT) and its aligned interim national leadership. ​ Presiding Judge, Justice Salim Ibrahim, characterized the marathon legal challenge as “an abuse of court process, unmeritorious and lacking in merit,” slamming a heavy N140 million fine against the plaintiffs for initiating a frivolous lawsuit. ​ The internal crisis rocking the PDP took a dramatic turn in
- [2027: Imo is Unrepentantly a One-Party State for Tinubu’s Re-election, Says Gov Uzodimma](https://dailyquery.com.ng/2027-imo-is-unrepentantly-a-one-party-state-for-tinubus-re-election-says-gov-uzodimma/): The Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, has declared that the state has firmly transitioned into an unrepentant one-party stronghold dedicated exclusively to delivering a landslide victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 presidential election. ​Governor Uzodimma made these assertions on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during an expanded stakeholders’ mobilization meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Square in Owerri, the state capital. ​ Addressing thousands of enthusiastic party faithful, local government leaders, and regional representatives, Uzodimma who also serves as the Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum
- [Tinubu is Nigeria’s Lee Kuan Yew, says Uzodimma](https://dailyquery.com.ng/tinubu-is-nigerias-lee-kuan-yew-says-uzodimma/): Gov.  Hope Uzodimma and of Imo has described President Bola Tinubu to Singapore’s founding leader, Lee Kuan Yew, praising his economic reforms and expressing confidence that Nigerians would re-elect him in 2027. Lee, is globally recognized as the founding father of modern Singapore, spearheading its transformation from an impoverished British colonial outpost and resource-deficient port into a wealthy, highly industrialized global economic powerhouse. Uzodimma spoke at a state dinner in Owerri marking the end of the three-day Renewed Hope Ambassadors/Presidential Communications Team National Media Tour of Federal and Imo State Government projects. This is contained in a statement issued by the
- [FIFA World Cup: Shakira, Burna Boy rehearse with Uganda’s Ghetto Kids ahead of final performance](https://dailyquery.com.ng/fifa-world-cup-shakira-burna-boy-rehearse-with-ugandas-ghetto-kids-ahead-of-final-performance/): Colombian pop artiste Shakira, Grammy-winning Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy and the popular  Uganda’s Ghetto Kids have started rehearsals for  their highly anticipated  performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show. Videos circulating on social media show the artistes dancing alongside members of the Ghetto Kids during rehearsals, generating excitement ahead of the tournament’s grand finale. The performance will form part of FIFA’s first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show at the FIFA World Cup final. Spain and Argentina will trade tackles at the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States. Shakira and Burna Boy
- [EXPRESSO>>> By Steve Osuji - OYO KIDNAPPING: Believe Tinubu's administration at your peril](https://dailyquery.com.ng/expresso-by-steve-osuji-oyo-kidnapping-believe-tinubus-administration-at-your-peril/): Rescue Or Release: It has been a well-established fact that the Tinubu administration is fuelled by propaganda and lies. Bayo Onanuga, our erstwhile friend and professional colleague, as Igbo say, has practically learned to use the left hand in old age. He has redefined the art of fobbing and elevated half-truths to Sanskrit. But Brother Onanuga, chief spokesman of the Tinubu administration is to be pitied. He’s not the cause of the zero-credibility environment that exists today. He is only selling a very bad product. Both the president and his governance systems have turned out odious. Hardly anyone believes them
- [Copied — Messi v Yamal](https://dailyquery.com.ng/copied-messi-v-yamal/): Back in December 2007, a Barcelona newspaper organized a charity raffle to choose a local baby for a UNICEF calendar photo shoot. The winning family brought their 5-month-old son. The young Barcelona player chosen to hold and bathe the baby for the photos was 20-year-old Lionel Messi. That baby was Lamine Yamal. At the time, it was just a sweet photo. No one imagined it would become part of football history. Fifteen years later, Yamal made his Barcelona debut at just 15. At 16, he helped Spain win the UEFA Euro while still balancing school. He later inherited Messi’s iconic
- [Experts advocate greater male involvement in maternal, child health](https://dailyquery.com.ng/experts-advocate-greater-male-involvement-in-maternal-child-health/): Health experts have called for greater involvement of men in maternal and child healthcare. They said fathers who actively support their partners during pregnancy, childbirth and childcare help improve health outcomes for mothers and children. A Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Suzan Hospital, Suleja, Dr Ameerah Yusuf, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja. According to her, male involvement extends beyond financial support and plays a vital role in promoting family health and wellbeing. According to her, fathers who attend antenatal clinics with their wives, understand pregnancy-related complications and support
- [Tems becomes first African female artist to clinch Diamond single in US](https://dailyquery.com.ng/tems-becomes-first-african-female-artist-to-clinch-diamond-single-in-us/): Grammy-winning Nigerian singer,Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has become the first African female artist to earn a Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) Diamond-certified single in the United States. She attained the milestone for the song “Wait For U,” her acclaimed collaboration with American rapper Future featuring Canadian rapper Drake, after the song surpassed 10 million certified units in the US. Global music monitoring platform, Chart Data, revealed on its X page that the song has sold over 11 million units in the U.S. The platform wrote: “US Certifications (@RIAA): Future (@1future) Feat. @Drake & @temsbaby, WAIT FOR U
- [Senate Clears Bill to Ban Preaching in Commercial Buses, Okays ₦50,000 Fine](https://dailyquery.com.ng/senate-clears-bill-to-ban-preaching-in-commercial-buses-okays-%e2%82%a650000-fine/): The Nigerian Senate has passed a sweeping amendment bill aimed at reforming the country’s road traffic laws, which includes a strict ban on preaching, hawking, and trading inside commercial buses and other public transport vehicles. Under the newly approved legislation, anyone convicted of these activities will face a ₦50,000 fine (approximately $33 USD). ​The legislative breakthrough occurred during a plenary session at the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday, July 16, 2026. ​ The provision is part of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to modernize the nation’s traffic enforcement rules and significantly reduce
- [Argentine Fans Keep Superstitions Alive Ahead of Major Football Matches](https://dailyquery.com.ng/argentine-fans-keep-superstitions-alive-ahead-of-major-football-matches/): Argentine football fans continue to embrace long-standing superstitions and good-luck rituals, known locally as cábalas, as they rally behind the national team ahead of major international fixtures. The traditions, deeply rooted in the country’s football culture, often involve repeating routines believed to have brought previous victories. Many supporters wear the same unwashed jerseys, sit in the same spot, watch matches with the same group of people and even eat the same meals, believing that breaking the routine could bring bad luck. Fans also engage in symbolic rituals such as lighting blue-and-white candles, saying prayers, carrying religious items and invoking the
- [Borno police boss warns security personnel against celebratory gunfire at weddings, rallies](https://dailyquery.com.ng/borno-police-boss-warns-security-personnel-against-celebratory-gunfire-at-weddings-rallies/): The Borno State Police Command has issued a stern warning to all armed security personnel against the reckless and indiscriminate discharge of firearms during social and public gatherings across the state. ​The directive was issued on Friday by the Borno State Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, who described the ongoing trend of celebratory gunfire as dangerous, unlawful, and entirely unacceptable. ​According to a statement released by the Command, the warning covers all social events, including weddings and cultural festivities, political rallies and campaigns and other celebratory public gatherings. ​CP Abdulmajid emphasized that service firearms are strictly issued to security
- [Oriire abduction: Igbo Youth Coalition, COSEYL, backs Governor Makinde’s demand for international probe](https://dailyquery.com.ng/oriire-abduction-igbo-youth-coalition-coseyl-backs-governor-makindes-demand-for-international-probe/): The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL), an umbrella body representing Igbo youth groups across the South East geopolitical zone, has strongly thrown its weight behind Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s demand for an independent international investigation into the recent mass abduction and controversial rescue of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area. ​The development follows a high-stakes national debate after Governor Makinde’s statewide broadcast on Monday, July 13, 2026. Speaking shortly after receiving 45 rescued pupils and teachers who had spent 56 days in captivity, Makinde asserted that the circumstances surrounding the May 15, 2026, raid on
- [Nigeria, Ghana unite against Afrophobia; push for continental action at upcoming AU summit](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nigeria-ghana-unite-against-afrophobia-push-for-continental-action-at-upcoming-au-summit/): Nigeria and Ghana have pledged closer cooperation to address the growing cases of Afrophobic protests and attacks against African nationals, agreeing to seek the inclusion of the issue on the agenda of the next African Union (AU) Summit. ​The agreement was made official on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, and Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The diplomatic talks took place on the sidelines of the ongoing ECOWAS Mid-Year Summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. ​According to a statement released by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson
- [Cyberattack forces delay in 2026 Nigerian Bar Association national elections](https://dailyquery.com.ng/cyberattack-forces-delay-in-2026-nigerian-bar-association-national-elections/): The Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA) has announced an indefinite delay in the commencement of voting for the 2026 NBA National Elections, originally scheduled to begin at 12:00 a.m. West Africa Time (WAT) on Saturday, July 18, 2026. ​The postponement follows what the ECNBA described as a deliberate, coordinated, and sustained cyberattack by external actors targeting its electronic voting platform. ​In an official statement co-signed by the ECNBA Chairman, Aham Ejelam, SAN, and the Secretary, Ibrahim Aliyu Nassarawa, Esq., issued from the NBA House in Garki, Abuja, the committee apologized to all candidates, eligible voters, agents, consultants,
- [Magnitude 5.0 earthquake shakes Southeastern Turkey; no casualties reported](https://dailyquery.com.ng/magnitude-5-0-earthquake-shakes-southeastern-turkey-no-casualties-reported/): A moderate 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s southeastern region early Saturday morning, causing panic among residents but resulting in no casualties or structural damage, officials confirmed. ​The country’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) reported that the tremor occurred at 6:20 a.m. local time (0320 GMT) on July 18, 2026. The quake’s epicenter was located in the Battalgazi district of Malatya province at a depth of approximately 15.6 kilometers. While centered in Malatya, the strong tremors were widely felt across several neighboring southeastern provinces, including Elazig, Adiyaman, Tunceli, and Sanliurfa. AFAD immediate deployed emergency response and civil defense teams to the
- [Death Toll Rises to 24 in Uganda School Bus Tragedy; Nationwide Excursion Ban Enacted](https://dailyquery.com.ng/death-toll-rises-to-24-in-uganda-school-bus-tragedy-nationwide-excursion-ban-enacted/): The death toll from a catastrophic school bus crash in eastern Uganda has risen to 24 fatalities, following the deaths of three more pupils who succumbed to their injuries in the hospital. The horrific accident occurred on Thursday evening, July 16, 2026, at approximately 8:00 PM local time, when an Isuzu bus carrying primary school children lost control on a notorious highway hill. ​ The vehicle, bearing registration number UA 108BQ, belonged to King David Junior School, located in the Ndejje suburb of the capital, Kampala. The students were returning from an eagerly anticipated educational study tour to the popular
- [FG Arraigns Three Over Kidnap of Oyo Schoolchildren and Teachers](https://dailyquery.com.ng/fg-arraigns-three-over-kidnap-of-oyo-schoolchildren-and-teachers/): The Federal Government on Friday arraigned three suspected terrorists before the Federal High Court in Abuja over the kidnapping of schoolchildren, teachers, and a principal in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. ​ The suspects identified as Abdulrazak Umar, Yunusa Musa, and Shamsu Adamu Sani—face a 10-count charge including terrorism, kidnapping, concealment of information, incitement, and illegal mining. ​According to the prosecution, the defendants conspired with others currently at large to carry out the coordinated abductions between January and May 2026. The charges are tied to the May 15, 2026, assault on communities in Oriire, where armed men
- [Federal Government Launches Ultra-Modern Tech Hub in Enugu to Empower 50,000 Eastern Youths](https://dailyquery.com.ng/federal-government-launches-ultra-modern-tech-hub-in-enugu-to-empower-50000-eastern-youths/): The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, in partnership with the Enugu State Government, officially commissioned the operational phase of the South-East Digital Innovation Zone (SDIZ) on Friday, July 17, 2026. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to serve as a regional incubator for artificial intelligence, software engineering, and hardware development. ​ Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, led the delegation to Enugu alongside Governor Peter Mbah, cutting the ribbon at the tech complex located along Independence Layout at 10:00 AM. ​ The tech hub is part of a broader federal initiative to build
- [NDLEA and NCC Collaborate to Combat Drug Trafficking and Piracy](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ndlea-and-ncc-collaborate-to-combat-drug-trafficking-and-piracy/): In a major step toward dismantling complex criminal operations, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday at the NDLEA headquarters. The new pact formalizes a joint effort to intercept the overlapping networks driving narcotics trafficking and intellectual property piracy across the country. According to top officials, the alliance is a direct response to a growing trend where transnational syndicates use diverse criminal operations to fund and hide their illegal wealth. Speaking at the signing ceremony, NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brigadier General Mohamed Buba
- [Akangbe demands immediate suspension of NBA polls over portal failure, alleged security breaches](https://dailyquery.com.ng/akangbe-demands-immediate-suspension-of-nba-polls-over-portal-failure-alleged-security-breaches/): A presidential candidate in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) national elections, Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, has called for the immediate suspension and postponement of the 2026 NBA national elections, alleging that the electronic voting process suffered a “catastrophic structural and technical collapse” shortly after voting commenced. In a strongly worded protest letter addressed to the Chairman and members of the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA), Akangbe said the election, which was scheduled to begin at 12:00 a.m. on Saturday, had become fundamentally compromised within the first two hours of voting. According to him, widespread reports from accredited
- [Naira ends week stronger at official market](https://dailyquery.com.ng/naira-ends-week-stronger-at-official-market/): The Naira ended the trading week stronger on Friday, appreciating to N1,380.18 against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market. Data published on Friday by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed the local currency gained N1.34 compared with Thursday’s closing rate of N1,381.52 per dollar. The latest appreciation represented a 0.09 per cent gain, extending the Naira’s relative stability despite slight fluctuations recorded during trading this week. The improved performance follows ongoing foreign exchange reforms introduced by the CBN to enhance transparency, improve liquidity and restore confidence in Nigeria’s currency market. CBN Governor, Mr Olayemi Cardoso,
- [NGX chair seeks capital, insurance partnership](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ngx-chair-seeks-capital-insurance-partnership/): Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group, Dr Umaru Kwairanga, has called for stronger collaboration between Nigeria’s capital market and insurance industry to accelerate economic growth. Kwairanga made the appeal on Friday during the investiture of Mr Akinjide Orimolade as the 53rd President of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN). He said stronger cooperation between both sectors was essential to mobilise long-term capital, deepen financial inclusion and support Nigeria’s sustainable economic development. According to him, collaboration across Nigeria’s financial ecosystem has become increasingly important as the country pursues inclusive and sustainable economic growth. He urged stakeholders to strengthen resilient institutions,
- [PDP dispute suit: Court fines Wabara, others N140m, awards N10m against lawyer](https://dailyquery.com.ng/pdp-dispute-suit-court-fines-wabara-others-n140m-awards-n10m-against-lawyer/): The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday awarded N140 million against the Sen. Adolphus Wabara-led Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for filing a frivolous suit against Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others. Justice Salim Ibrahim, in a judgment, also dismissed the leadership tussle suit for being “an abuse of court process, unmeritorious and lacking in merit.” Justice Ibrahim, who agreed with the arguments of the defendants that “cost follows event,” held that the fine was in line with Section 83(6)(b) of the Electoral Act, 2026. Justice Ibrahim also ordered counsel to the plaintiffs,
- [German Foreign Minister visits Nigeria to boost bilateral, trade relations](https://dailyquery.com.ng/german-foreign-minister-visits-nigeria-to-boost-bilateral-trade-relations/): Mr Johann Wadephu, the German Foreign Minister, is set to visit Nigeria for high-level political engagements with top Nigerian government officials in order to boost bilateral and trade relations. According to a statement by the Head of Press and Political Counsellor of the German Embassy, Felix Haala, on Friday in Abuja, Wadephul will visit Lagos State and the Federal Capital Territory from July 21 to July 22. Haala said that Wadephul would be accompanied on the visit by a business delegation of CEOs and high-ranking board members of German companies in the fields of IT and energy. He said that
- [The Kaizen Effect: Why nations need continuous improvement more than grand reforms](https://dailyquery.com.ng/the-kaizen-effect-why-nations-need-continuous-improvement-more-than-grand-reforms/): Charles Obiajulu Ugwu -PhD Every generation inherits a seductive illusion: the belief that nations are transformed by dramatic moments; a new constitution, a charismatic leader, a landmark policy, or a sweeping economic programme. We are drawn to spectacle because it is visible. We celebrate declarations because they create the impression that history has turned a corner. Yet history tells a quieter story. The countries that endure are seldom those that master the art of grand announcements. They are those that cultivate the discipline of relentless refinement. They improve not through periodic reinvention, but through the patient accumulation of thousands of
- [NNPC gas unit achieves ISO 9001:2015 quality certification](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nnpc-gas-unit-achieves-iso-90012015-quality-certification/): The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has secured a major regulatory milestone for its gas division, positioning the state-owned oil firm for greater competitiveness in the global energy market. The NNPC Gas & Power Investment Services (NGPIS) has officially been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI). The certification marks the culmination of a rigorous structural overhaul and audit process that began in December 2024. The ISO 9001:2015 standard is an internationally recognized benchmark for quality management. It requires organizations to demonstrate a consistent ability to provide products and services
- [Man, 49, Arraigned Over Alleged Theft of N2.2 Million Church Property](https://dailyquery.com.ng/man-49-arraigned-over-alleged-theft-of-n2-2-million-church-property/): By Richard Benjamin A 49 year old man, Bode Olayiwola, was arraigned before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan on Friday, July 17, over the alleged theft of church property valued at N2.2 million. Olayiwola is facing a one-count charge of theft. He pleaded not guilty to the charge. The prosecutor, Insp. Samuel Owolabi, told the court that the defendant allegedly committed the offence at about 2:00 a.m. on July 15 at the Church of the Lord, Oke-Ado, Ibadan. Owolabi alleged that Olayiwola stole a generator, fans, an amplifier, car batteries and other items belonging to the church, all valued
- [‘Ride or Die’ Tops Nigeria’s Prime Video Film Chart](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ride-or-die-tops-nigerias-prime-video-film-chart/): By Ijeoma Agbafo Ride or Die, an action thriller following two fugitives on a dangerous journey of survival and redemption, has emerged as the most-watched film on Nigeria’s Prime Video chart this week. The film claimed the top spot on the streaming platform, ahead of Project Hail Mary, a science fiction adventure about a lone astronaut’s mission to save humanity from extinction, while Elle, a psychological drama exploring resilience, trauma and revenge, ranked third. The Anniversary, a family drama centred on relationships and long-buried secrets, placed fourth, while A Working Man, an action thriller about a former military operative drawn
- [NDC House of Assembly Caucus warns: Stop threatening Peter Obi](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ndc-house-of-assembly-caucus-warns-stop-threatening-peter-obi/): WHEN the Barrister Jude Ifeanyi Umennajiego led Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, House of Assembly Caucus made a press release against the threats on the life of the party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, the Caucus did not mince words positing the obvious – let Nigerians decide for Nigeria at the polls; stop threatening the life of their choice candidate. In a country where it appears that some individuals are so powerful that they can utter threats without being resisted, it is also possible for them to carry out their threats with uninhibited impunity. The time to sieve the condiments is
- [Man, 33, Docked Over Alleged N8.7 Million Fraud](https://dailyquery.com.ng/man-33-docked-over-alleged-n8-7-million-fraud/): By Richard Benjamin A 33-year-old man, Adebowale Taiwo, appeared before an Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Friday, July 17, over allegations that he defrauded a businessman of N8.7 million under the pretext of purchasing a fairly used binding machine. Taiwo, whose address was not disclosed, is facing a two-count charge of fraud and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. The prosecutor, ASP Simon Njue, told the court that the alleged offences were committed on Oct. 13, 2025, at No. 23 Okunobe St., Ikotun-Egbe, Lagos. Njue alleged that the defendant collected
- [Nigeria, UN, U.S. Unite to Combat Organised Crime with First National Strategy](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nigeria-un-u-s-unite-to-combat-organised-crime-with-first-national-strategy/): By Richard Benjamin Nigeria, in collaboration with the United Nations and the United States, on Friday, July 17, validated its first National Organised Crime Strategy in Abuja, marking a major step towards strengthening coordination among security agencies and international partners to combat organised crime. The strategy, expected to be officially launched on Aug. 17, provides a national framework for tackling terrorism, cybercrime, human trafficking, illicit drug and arms trafficking, illicit financial flows and other forms of organised crime. Speaking at the validation exercise, the National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, described organised crime as
- [NDLEA Declares Four Wanted Over Alleged Meth Lab, Money Laundering](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ndlea-declares-four-wanted-over-alleged-meth-lab-money-laundering/): By Ijeoma Agbafo The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared four suspected members of a drug trafficking syndicate wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory and laundering proceeds from the illicit trade. The agency, in a statement issued on Friday by its Director of Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi, identified the suspects as Nnamuka Uchenna, Emmanuella Iroka, Nnamuka Ifeanyi and Ekechi Chijioke. He said they were declared wanted following an order issued by Justice Iniekenimi Oweibo of the Federal High Court in Owerri, Imo State. Babafemi said the court order followed an application
- [Ghanaian Tiktoker Jailed One Year for False Ritual Claims Against President Mahama](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ghanaian-tiktoker-jailed-one-year-for-false-ritual-claims-against-president-mahama/): A Ghanaian court has sentenced popular TikToker Camilla Alhassan to one year in prison after she admitted to publishing false claims alleging that President John Mahama sacrificed 32 cows in a ritual to secure victory in Ghana’s 2024 presidential election. The ruling, delivered on Friday, has drawn widespread attention across Ghana and beyond, highlighting the country’s increasing efforts to combat the spread of misinformation and false content on social media platforms. According to a report by the BBC, the 43-year-old content creator was convicted on charges of offensive conduct and publication of false news following a series of videos she
- [Asset Recovery: Supreme Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Emefiele’s Luxury Properties, Cash to FG](https://dailyquery.com.ng/asset-recovery-supreme-court-orders-final-forfeiture-of-emefieles-luxury-properties-cash-to-fg/): The Supreme Court on Friday, July 17, 2026, delivered a landmark judgment affirming the permanent forfeiture of seven high-value landed properties, $2.045 million in cash, and various share certificates linked to the embattled former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government.​ In a unanimous decision delivered by a five-member panel led by Justice Ibrahim Saulawa, the apex court set aside an earlier judgment by the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division, which had nullified the forfeiture. The judgment, read on behalf of the panel by Justice Mohammed Idris, fully restored the November 1,
- [Curtains falls on World Cup 2026 as Argentina clashes with Spain](https://dailyquery.com.ng/curtains-falls-on-world-cup-2026-as-argentina-clashes-with-spain/): With the 2026 FIFA World Cup coming to an end on July 19, defending champions Argentina are seeking to retain the title when they meet current European champions Spain. It promises to be an explosive encounter, as both teams are arguably the best  in the tournament, after taking down all opposition and possessing world best  players. The final match is set to take place at the MetLife Stadium (officially referred to as New York New Jersey Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. Another entertaining encounter comes up between perennial foes, France and England who would be slogging it out
- [Shettima tasks ALGON on implementation of Nutrition 774 initiative](https://dailyquery.com.ng/shettima-tasks-algon-on-implementation-of-nutrition-774-initiative/): Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Friday urged Local Government Chairmen to drive the implementation of the Nutrition 774 (N-774) Initiative to improve nutritional outcomes at the grassroot. Shettima made the call during a courtesy visit by the National Executive Committee of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The vice president noted the goal was to develop functional structures capable of delivering measurable improvements in nutrition at the community level. He described local government chairmen as the closest tier of government to the people and the first responders to challenges. Shettima said that the
- [REDAN seeks passage of Real Estate Bill in housing sector](https://dailyquery.com.ng/redan-seeks-passage-of-real-estate-bill-in-housing-sector/): The President of Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Oba Akintoye Adeoye, has called for the passage of Real Estate Regulation and Development Bill aimed to strengthen transparency and accountability  in housing sector. Adeoye made the call while delivering a keynote address titled, “Real Estate Regulation, Transparency and Accountability,” at the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), on Friday in Abuja. He said the proposed legislation would establish a comprehensive legal framework for the real estate industry to ensure that only qualified and responsible operators participate in the sector. According to him, the bill will strengthen consumer protection, improve compliance with
- [Shagamu-Iperu road: Contractor complies with FG directive, upgrades road to standard](https://dailyquery.com.ng/shagamu-iperu-road-contractor-complies-with-fg-directive-upgrades-road-to-standard/): CBC Global Civil and Building Construction Nigeria Ltd. has pledged to deliver the Shagamu-Iperu road in line with the Federal Government’s specifications. The company says it has complied with Federal Ministry of Works’ directives to ensure the reconstruction of the road met required quality standards. Its Project Manager, Mr Gan Chang, made the disclosure, while briefing journalists at the project site on Friday. The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, during an inspection of the project in June, had expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of the concrete. Umahi had therefore, directed CBC, the contractor handling the reconstruction of the road,
- [NSCDC Foils Pipeline Vandalism Attempt in Edo, Recovers Gas Cylinders, Motorcycles](https://dailyquery.com.ng/nscdc-foils-pipeline-vandalism-attempt-in-edo-recovers-gas-cylinders-motorcycles/): The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has foiled an attempted pipeline vandalism operation in Edo State, recovering several items allegedly used by suspected vandals during the failed operation at Obazagbon Community in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area. The Edo State Command of the NSCDC said the suspects fled into the bush after engaging security operatives in a gun battle, abandoning equipment believed to have been deployed for the illegal operation. The State Commandant, Akintayo Saidi Ayinla, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Friday through the command’s Public Relations Officer, Ogbebor Efosa. According to the statement, the operation was
- [Jigawa Youths Embrace Scrap Metal Collection as Source of Livelihood](https://dailyquery.com.ng/jigawa-youths-embrace-scrap-metal-collection-as-source-of-livelihood/): By Ijeoma Agbafo Youths in Kazaure Local Government Area of Jigawa State have identified scrap metal collection as a reliable source of livelihood, saying the business has provided steady income amid prevailing economic challenges. The youths, who spoke in separate interviews on Thursday, said the trade involved collecting discarded metal from homes, workshops and construction sites for sale to recycling dealers. They noted that the growing demand for recyclable materials had sustained the business and created employment opportunities for many young people. A scrap collector, Mr Dayyabu Isyaku, said the business had enabled him to support himself and contribute to
- [FG Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway After President Tinubu](https://dailyquery.com.ng/fg-renames-lagos-calabar-coastal-highway-after-president-tinubu/): The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, describing the move as a recognition of President Bola Tinubu’s vision and commitment to the landmark infrastructure project. The announcement was made on Thursday by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, during a media briefing in Abuja, where he also unveiled fresh approvals by the President aimed at expanding Nigeria’s road infrastructure network. Among the major decisions announced was President Tinubu’s approval for a 400-kilometre extension of the Fourth Legacy Highway, alongside the reconstruction of critical sections of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Speaking
- [IPC Executive Director Lanre Arogundade Elected to IFEX Global Council](https://dailyquery.com.ng/ipc-executive-director-lanre-arogundade-elected-to-ifex-global-council/): The Executive Director of the International Press Centre (IPC), Mr. Lanre Arogundade, has been elected to the 2026–2029 Council of the International Freedom of Expression Exchange (IFEX), a leading global network of organisations committed to promoting and defending freedom of expression and access to information around the world. Arogundade secured his place on the influential governing council alongside 12 other distinguished media freedom and human rights advocates following the conclusion of IFEX’s governance process at a reconvened Annual Meeting held in July. The development, reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday, marks another milestone for Nigeria’s media
- [Falana Threatens Court Action Over FG’S Handover of Luxury Houses to Judges](https://dailyquery.com.ng/falana-threatens-court-action-over-fgs-handover-of-luxury-houses-to-judges/): Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has threatened to institute legal proceedings against the Federal Government over its recent handover of newly built luxury houses to judges in Abuja’s Katampe district, describing the gesture as discriminatory, unconstitutional and contrary to the principles of equality. Falana said the government’s decision to allocate the houses exclusively to members of the judiciary amounted to preferential treatment for a select group of public officials while millions of other public servants continued to grapple with inadequate welfare and housing challenges. The senior lawyer made his position known in a video shared
- [FG Reaffirms Commitment to Eliminate Deadly Sheep and Goat Disease by 2030](https://dailyquery.com.ng/fg-reaffirms-commitment-to-eliminate-deadly-sheep-and-goat-disease-by-2030/): The Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination to eradicate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious viral disease that affects sheep and goats, by the year 2030, declaring that strengthened surveillance, expanded vaccination campaigns and enhanced cross-border collaboration will remain at the heart of its national strategy. The commitment was reiterated by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, Dr. Chinyere Akujobi, during the opening of a two-day Stakeholders’ Workshop on the Review and Update of Nigeria’s National Strategic Plan for the Control and Eradication of Peste des Petits Ruminants held in Abuja. The development was
- [​2027 Elections: ‘It is Difficult to Fault Peter Obi’s Track Record,’ Says NDC Senatorial Candidate Ifeanyi Odoh](https://dailyquery.com.ng/2027-elections-it-is-difficult-to-fault-peter-obis-track-record-says-ndc-senatorial-candidate-ifeanyi-odoh/): Ahead of next year’s highly anticipated general elections, Professor Ifeanyi Odoh, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for the Ebonyi Central Senatorial Zone, has thrown his weight behind the political integrity of the party’s presidential standard-bearer, Peter Obi. ​Speaking to journalists in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, on Friday, July 17, 2026, Professor Odoh stated that Peter Obi’s administrative blueprint and public profile present a unique challenge to political opponents seeking flaws in his candidacy. ​”It is incredibly difficult to fault the presidential candidate of our party, Peter Obi, anywhere you go,” Odoh stated during the media briefing. “His consistency,
- [EFCC Weaponizing Naira Abuse Laws Against Us, Obidient Movement Alleges](https://dailyquery.com.ng/efcc-weaponizing-naira-abuse-laws-against-us-obidient-movement-alleges/): The Obidient Movement has raised the alarm over what it describes as a targeted campaign of intimidation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging that the anti-graft agency is using its ongoing crackdown on currency abuse to selectively harass supporters of the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.​ The outcry follows the prolonged interrogation of prominent youth activists and Obidient influencers, Peter Akah (popularly known as Peter for Nigeria) and Oruche Precious (Mama Pee), who were detained for several hours at the EFCC National Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.​ According to sources within the

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