The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has announced power outages in parts of Kano, Katsina and Kaduna states following the collapse of electricity poles caused by a strong windstorm.

According to a statement issued by the company on Wednesday, the windstorm brought down 13 electricity poles along feeder lines supplying power to several affected communities.

KEDCO said the development disrupted electricity supply to Dandume in Katsina State; Rogo, Sundu, Falgore, Tudun Wada, Saya Saya, Kadawa and Hago communities in Kano State; as well as Ikara in Kaduna State.

“The windstorm damaged 13 electricity poles along affected feeder lines, resulting in power interruption in the affected areas,” the statement said.

The company apologised to residents over the disruption and assured customers that repair works were ongoing to restore electricity supply as quickly as possible.

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has criticised the recent attacks on schools, teachers and students in different parts of the country, describing the incidents as barbaric and inhuman.

In a statement signed by the NUT National President, Audu Amba, and Secretary-General, Clinton Ikpitibo, the union said schools, which should be safe places for learning, are now being targeted by bandits and terrorists.

The union said the attacks have caused fear and emotional trauma among teachers, students, parents and local communities.

The statement followed attacks on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on May 15, 2026.

The affected schools were Local Authority Primary School, Ahoro-Esinele, Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, and Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota.

According to the union, the attacks resulted in the abduction of a school principal, seven teachers and more than 30 pupils and students. One teacher was also shot dead during the attack.

The NUT said it was especially painful that the teacher who was killed was wearing his union attire at the time of the incident, describing him as dedicated to education and the teaching profession.

The union also raised concern over reports that one of the abducted teachers was later beheaded by the attackers.

It added that more than 40 pupils and students were reportedly kidnapped on the same day from Mussa Primary and Junior Secondary Schools in Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

The NUT expressed support for the affected schools and the families of the victims. It also called on security agencies to step up rescue efforts and ensure the safe release of those abducted.

The union urged both the Federal Government and affected state governments to improve security around schools and take stronger measures to prevent future attacks.

“Teachers cannot effectively discharge their duties in an atmosphere of fear and insecurity, where they are subjected to inhuman acts of kidnapping, maiming and killing,” the statement said.

The NUT warned that teachers could withdraw their services if attacks on schools continue.

The Senator representing Delta North, Ned Nwoko, has alleged that the results of the All Progressives Congress, APC, primaries in the region were manipulated by the State Government.

Nwoko maintained that he was the rightful winner of the primary election.

DAILY POST recalls that Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, a former governor of the State, was announced as the winner of the primary election.

However, during an appearance on Arise News, Nwoko disputed the results of the primary election, asserting that he was the true winner.

He said, “The APC primaries for Delta North were conducted across 98 wards. I possess video evidence from each ward demonstrating that I won the election, and I intend to present it to the party.

“Midway through the process, we were informed that no results would be disclosed at the ward level.

“We were led to believe that the results would be revealed at the national level, and we expected the party to adhere to proper procedures.

“Instead, we were abruptly given a result from a single ward that is closely associated with the former governor, and this result was utilized as the basis for declaring the winner. The governor of Delta State is colluding with Senator Okowa.”

Former Plateau State governor, now senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Simon Bako Lalong, members representing Pankshin/Kanam/Kanke and Wase Federal Constituencies in the House of Representatives, Yusuf Gagdi and Idris Wase, respectively, were some of the biggest winners as state chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, on Tuesday, concluded its National Assembly primary elections.

The results, officially declared by the Chairman of the state APC Primary Election Committee, Stella Okotete, also saw Simon Mwadkwon securing the ticket for the Plateau North Senatorial District, while Bitrus David Barji defeated the incumbent senator for the Plateau Central Senatorial District, Diket Plang, to clinch the ticket.

In the House of Representatives race, Hon. Dalyop Fom was declared the winner for Barkin Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency, while former member who represented Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, Dachung Bagos, defeated other opponents to pick the ticket just as the current lawmaker representing Mangu/Bokkos Federal Constituency, Ishaya Lalu, also retained his ticket for the seat.

Other winners include Beni Lar for Langtang North/Langtang South and Joe Dashe for Shendam/Qua’an Pan/Mikang Federal Constituency.

During the declaration, Okotete described the exercise as peaceful, transparent, and credible, noting that the elections were conducted in strict compliance with the constitution and guidelines of the party.

“I am delighted to report that the exercise was peaceful, transparent, credible, and conducted in strict compliance with the guidelines approved by our great party and in accordance with the APC Constitution,” she stated.

She also commended aspirants, delegates, party faithful, and supporters for their maturity and commitment to peace throughout the exercise, emphasizing that the APC remained the ultimate winner of the primaries.

“As we move forward, let us remain united, focused, and committed to the growth and success of our great party. The primaries are over, and the great task of victory at the general election now lies ahead,” she added, while urging party members to close ranks and work together ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that unity within the party would remain key to achieving electoral success.

Okotete also appreciated the leadership of the party in Plateau State, including the governor, party executives, and members of the National Working Committee, for their cooperation and support during the conduct of the exercise.

Lagos State Government has advised pilgrims participating in the 2026 Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to pay close attention to their health and wellbeing ahead of the commencement of the major pilgrimage rites.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Islamic Matters and Chairman of the 2026 Hajj Ad-hoc Committee, Dr Abdullahi Jebe, gave the advice during a tour of historical Islamic sites in Makkah organised for Lagos pilgrims by the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board.

Jebe stressed the importance of conserving energy and maintaining good health ahead of the physically demanding Hajj exercises.

“It is imperative for pilgrims to conserve their energy, stay hydrated, and be healthy ahead of the main Hajj rites,” he said, describing the pilgrimage activities as rigorous and demanding.

According to him, the excursion to the historical sites was designed to help pilgrims gain firsthand knowledge of the locations and understand their religious significance before the commencement of the core Hajj rituals.

He explained that Mount Arafah, one of the major pilgrimage sites, could become difficult to access on the Day of Arafah because of the large number of worshippers expected.

Following the completion of the visits, the pilgrims are expected to remain in Makkah until their scheduled movement to Mina on Sunday, May 24, corresponding to the 7th day of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH, when the main Hajj rites will begin.

The Secretary of the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, AbdulHakeem Ajomagberin, disclosed that the state government had secured Category A+ tents in Mina and Arafah to ensure the comfort of pilgrims during the exercise.

He advised the pilgrims to comply strictly with instructions from officials and remain prayerful throughout the pilgrimage.

Also speaking during the tour, the Chairman of the Dawah and Enlightenment Sub-Committee, Prof. Kabir Paramole, said the historical sites visited by the pilgrims reflected the spiritual heritage and historical foundations of Islam.

According to him, “Islam is a religion of peace with historical and spiritual sites that show it is a divinely given religion from Allah to Prophet Muhammad.”

During the tour, the pilgrims visited Jabal Thawr, where Prophet Muhammad and Abu Bakr reportedly sought refuge during the Hijrah, as well as Jabal Nur, recognised as the location where the first revelation of the Qur’an was received.

They also visited Mount Arafah, traditionally believed to be the place where Prophet Adam and Hawwa reunited after leaving Paradise.

Other locations toured included Mina, where pilgrims are expected to stay during the Hajj rites; Muzdalifah, where pilgrims spend the night and gather pebbles; and the Jamarat area, where the symbolic stoning of the devil takes place.

The Nigerian government has been urged to immediately arrest controversial Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi over his alleged inflammatory comments on the rising security crisis in the country.

Activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju made the call on Wednesday amid the viral video of the clergy allegedly defending bandits.

In the video, Gumi could be heard saying that Fulani herdsmen are going nowhere, stating that “they are part of us and we are part of them. We must live with them”.

In a post on his Facebook page, Deji said Terrorists sympathizers should be treated as terrorists, stressing that only in a failed state people like Gumi can survive.

He wrote, “People like Gumi can only survive in a country without a government. Terrorists sympathizers are terrorists.

“His words and actions promote terrorism in Nigeria. I call on the government to arrest him to serve as a deterrent to others”.

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has told former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that they should go to the primaries since Atiku said he does not believe in zoning.

Amaechi made this statement on Monday while responding to questions in an interview on Trust TV.

The chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, said this will be the first time Atiku will taste failure in primary election.

He was speaking on the level of his preparedness for the primary election of the party.

The former Rivers state governor said, “Atiku said he does not like zoning, so let’s go to primaries.

“I listen when said he has never failed the primaries before. I hope this will be the first time he fails the primaries.

“That is not the issue, the issue is that every time he has passed the primaries, he has not won the election.

“You see as I’m talking to my colleagues and brothers in the North, let’s not play North and South politics. It’s not necessary. I don’t do it and I will not do it.

“I would like to copy former president Olusegun Obasanjo. He’s a huge nationalist. You may not like him. But he was a Nigerian President and not a Yoruba President.”

When asked what what his fate would be if an aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen decides to step down for Atiku, the former Rivers state governor said he wished them luck.