United States President Donald Trump’s eight-point plan for all tax provisions has been revealed.According to Rapid Response 47, the 8-point tax priority includes no tax on tips or on seniors’ social security, no tax on overtime pay, renewing the Trump tax cuts, and adjusting the SALT cap.Trump also wants to eliminate the special tax breaks…
The Ogun State Government has condemned the “rascality” of hip-hop artiste Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, for his behaviour towards officials of the Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority, OGPDPA, at his bar in Iyana Ilogbo, Ota.Portable, who is currently at large, allegedly unlawfully restricted, obstructed, and assaulted town planners Ramon Lateef, Akinpelumi Oyero,…
Tom Dele-Bashiru was among the goal scorers as Watford were held to a 2-2 draw by Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.Luke O’Nien headed Sunderland in front after 16 minutes.Dele-Bashiru equalised for the visitors from the penalty spot two minutes before the break. It was the 25-year-old’s third goal of the season for…
At least six teenage girls, aged 15 to 17, have been kidnapped by armed terrorists during a house-to-house raid in Pandogari Community, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State.The attack occurred around midnight on Wednesday when the assailants stormed the community, killing a local vigilante, Aliyu Aminu, before abducting the girls.According to reports, the heavily…
Akwa Ibom State Police command has admitted that one Bright Okon James, a ten-year-old boy is in its custody. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John in Press release on Saturday said the minor was taken into custody following allegations of defilement of a 3-year-old girl (name withheld). John said the case is currently…
Popular celebrity juju master, Akwa Okukotiwaraki has been picked up by men of the Anambra State vigilante operatives, Agunaechemba.Akwa Okuko was picked up on Saturday according to a post on Soludo TV Facebook page.He was arrested following allegations that he prepares juju for kidnappers who masquerade as yahoo boys, terrorising the state. According to a…
More than 1,500 prisoners have escaped from a prison in Mozambique, taking advantage of ongoing political unrest triggered by disputed election results, police say. Thirty-three people were killed and 15 injured in clashes with guards, police chief Bernardino Rafael told a press conference. About 150 more fugitives have since been recaptured, he added. Protests erupted…
Ademola Lookman says he is honoured to join the list of legends who have won the CAF Player of the Year award. The Nigeria international is also determined to set good example for others to aspire to. “For us to be able to give inspiration to the young kids who want to be like us…
Scottie Scheffler did not need another wad of world ranking points to prove what is already abundantly clear – he is by a distance the best golfer in the world. The 28-year-old American capped an extraordinary 2024 by emerging from a two-month hibernation to romp to a six stroke victory at the Hero World Challenge…
Lazio manager Marco Baroni has tasked Fisayo Dele-Bashiru to step up his game after a difficult start to life in Italy.Dele-Bashiru joined the Biancolesti on loan from Turkish Super Lig club, Hatayaspor, in the summer. Lazio has a mandatory option to make the move permanent at the end of the season.The Nigeria international is still…
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have unleashed an attack on Kakin Dawa village, a district in Gidan Goga, Maradun Local Government Area, Zamfara State. Speaking further, he pointed out that the kidnapped victims included young girls and married women. JULIET EMPIRE learnt that the hoodlums abducted over 50 women and children.According to a community member,…
Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has claimed that those criticizing the reform of President Bola Tinubu were doing that out of jealousy and should be considered as enemies of NigeriaHe said this while assuring that the current reform embarked upon by President Tinubu will reposition the economy in good time.Umahi spoke on the sideline…
Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has claimed that electricity supply and national security have drastically improved under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.According to him, many states in Nigeria are now enjoying 22 hours of electricity supply daily. He also claimed that terrorist attacks have also reduced due to the policies of President Tinubu whom he…
There is tension in Anambra State over the whereabouts of Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala (Retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi). JulietEmpire learnt that the Archbishop was last seen on Friday when he embarked on a journey to Umuchu, a community in the State.As of the time of filing this report,…
A kidnapped student of the Delta State University, DELSU, Abraka in Ethiope-East Local Government Area, Miss Onos Roman, has regained her freedom after a N1 million ransom was allegedly paid to her abductors.The victim’s elder sister, Ese disclosed this to our correspondent via a WhatsApp chat on Saturday.She said her sister was released on Friday…
Maverick singer, Charles Oputa aka Charly Boy, has opened up on his battle with prostate cancer.Charly Boy disclosed that he suffered from stage 1 prostrate cancer which made him sterile and uninterested in sex.In a statement, Area Fada as he is popularly called disclosed undergoing surgery to correct his challenge.Against this backdrop, the singer said…
A Mobile Court in Delta State has jailed 12 unlicensed collectors of scrap metal, otherwise known as ‘Baban Bola’.The court ruled that their actions undermined public safety and warranted strict punishment to deter others from engaging in similar illegal activities.The convicts are to serve different jail terms without option of fine They were arrested by…
Unidentified gunmen have attacked a police checkpoint at Ajali, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State.The command’s spokesman, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed this in a statement on Friday.Ikenga said two security operatives sustained gunshot injuries in a gun duel and were receiving medical treatment. He identified the victims as police personnel and a member of…
Chiamaka Nnadozie says the Super Falcons want to reclaim their title at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.The West Africans were deposed by the Banyana Banyana of South Africa two years ago in Morocco.The Super Falcons finished in a disappointing fourth position at the competition. Justine Madugu’s side lost 2-1 to Les Bleues of…
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, on Friday, distanced itself from those who endorsed the demand for the creation of Anioma State.A faction of Ohanaeze had written to President Bola Tinubu endorsing the creation of Anioma State.The advertorial in some national dailies (not DAILY POST) was signed by Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Professor Chubikeya Achokawa, Chief…
The Akwa Ibom State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has confirmed that an accident at Etim Ekpo Roundabout on November 11 claimed three lives. FRSC Sector Commander Edward Odiete, who confirmed this in a statement in Uyo on Wednesday, said the cause of the accident was due to reckless driving by the…
Many undergraduate students of University of Calabar residing in the male and female hostels have raised the alarm over several cracks on the walls of their hostels. They expressed fears that as heavy rains persist in parts of the Calabar metropolis, the walls can fall in. Their concerns were aired on the Unical International Radio…
Rapper Meek Mill has distanced himself from embattled colleague, Sean Diddy.A fan had bumped into Meek Mill in public and asked him for a shoutout in a viral video on Instagram.This followed a series of Diddy’s legal cases, indictments and sexual assault lawsuits. Meek in the video made it clear that he’s no longer associating…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Thursday failed to beat Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier in Abidjan. However, Victor Osimhen equalized for Nigeria in the second half. The result leaves Nigeria on top of Group D with 11 points from five matches. Benin, meanwhile, occupy the second position with 7 points…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser, Media and Public Communications, State House.Others appointed on Thursday include three Nigerians as directors-general of various agencies.The new appointees, as announced by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, include Mr Olawale Olopade, Director-General, National Sports Commission; Dr Abisoye Fagade,…
Popular Nigerian gospel actor and producer, Moses Korede Are, aka Baba Gbenro of Abattoir, is dead.Actor Oluwaseun Adejumobi announced Baba Gbenro’s death on his Instagram page on Thursday.Sharing his picture, Adejumobi wrote: “Heavens’s gain again. General has gone to rest.” Baba Gbenro is one of the main actors in the popular Mount Zion series “Abbatoir.”…
The Super Eagles will finish top of Group D in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series.This follows their 1-1 draw with Benin Republic on Thursday evening.Nigeria has confirmed their qualification for next year’s tournament, following Libya’s 1-0 win over Rwanda. In Abidjan, the three-time African champions went behind to a Mohamed Tijani header…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, brought a Chinese, Zhengjia Jin, before an Ikeja Special Offences Court, for alleged bribery and N301 million fraud. Jin was arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on retention of stolen property, bribery and stealing. The EFCC Counsel, Ahmad Usman, told the court that the defendant allegedly…
Manchester United have made inquiries about Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane, with the player edging closer to an exit from the Allianz Arena.BILD reports that United are looking to sign Sane in the January transfer window.The winger is into the final months of his current contract and would be available as a free agent next summer.But…
The campaign of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has said that the vice president won’t address supporters on election night, as the path to the White House narrowed for her. “We still have votes to count. We still have states that have not been called yet,’’ Harris campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond said in the early…
The family of Peter Onminyi who was allegedly killed by men of the Operation Zenda Squad of the Benue State Police Command has cried out for justice, demanding the release of his corpse to the family for a decent burial according to Idoma traditional rites and custom. The family also seeks the release of the…
Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has slammed his elder brother, Linc Edochie, after he asked him to take his marriage off social media. JulietEmpire reports that Yul Edochie has been at the centre of controversy after he married his second wife, actress Judy Austin, which prompted his first wife, May, to file for divorce.Featuring on…
Afrobeats singer Michael Adebayo Olayinka, aka Ruger, has expressed concern about untalented artists gaining popularity in the Nigerian music industry due to extensive promotion.He stated that the situation has been hurting him because, regardless of an artist’s lack of talent, they can gain popularity if they have money for promotion.On his X handle, Ruger wrote:…
Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has congratulated Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America. He also commiserated with Vice President Kamala Harris over her defeat in the presidential election.Describing Harris as a solid woman, Davido urged her to be proud of her accomplishments. He…
Popular Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo, has revealed why she blocked Yul Edochie’s estranged wife, May on social media. Uche Ogbodo made this known while berating May Edochie’s fans for trolling her over her store’s robbery.Recall that the actress had cried out online over the alleged robbery attack on her boutique store.However, reacting to the negative…
