Nigeria

Legal consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Aloy Ejimakor, has disclosed that the trial of the Biafra agitator was “tough”. Ejimakor, who was Kanu’s lead counsel for one year, disclosed this while recounting his stint as the head of the IPOB leader’s legal team. Kanu was rearrested in Kenya Nnamdi Kanu’s […]

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two soldiers and two civilians in connection with an illegal pharmaceutical operation uncovered in the Alaba International Market area of the state. Investigations revealed that the suspects were linked to the production and distribution of fake and expired drugs across several parts of Lagos. The police also […]

Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has said that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has performed creditably across all sectors of governance despite the economic and security challenges facing the nation. The post Tinubu has performed creditably across all sectors — Governor Nwifuru appeared first on Vanguard News.

Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has approved a ₦150,000 Christmas bonus for all civil servants in the state. The post Nwifuru approves ₦150,000 Christmas bonus for Ebonyi workers appeared first on Vanguard News.

LEADERS of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, on Sunday, pledged to defend democracy, deepen economic integration, and strengthen collective security amid rising instability across the sub-region. The post Coups: ECOWAS pledges to defend democracy appeared first on Vanguard News.

US Congressman, Riley Moore, has said that his country and Nigeria were nearing a significant milestone in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria with an agreement on strategic security framework being finalised. The post Alleged Christian genocide: US, Nigeria close to finalising strategic framework on insecurity – Riley Moore appeared first on Vanguard […]

THE Civil Society Organisation on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative, CSCHEI, has expressed shock and disappointments over the recent statements credited to the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, regarding the ability of bandits and Boko Haram terrorists to communicate effectively. The post […]

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has promised to continue working closely with Christian communities in Kano State, stressing that peace, unity, and religious tolerance are essential for progress. He made this known on Saturday while hosting leaders and elders of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Kano State chapter, who paid him a Emir […]

Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Anambra State, Mr John Nwosu has said he supports any political movement that will bring development to the South-East. He also stated that there was no need for people to worry about former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of Labour Party in 2023, Mr 2027: Peter Obi […]

The Coordinator of the Public Enlightenment Movement Project, Nuhu Abdullahi, has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the introduction of forest guards in Northern Nigeria as part of efforts to protect communities and curb criminal activities in the region. Abdullahi disclosed this on Sunday during the Phase 3 presentation of the Public […]

The Anambra State Government has lined up a series of programmes for this year’s Christmas season, even as the state Police Command has called for public cooperation on security arrangements for gatherings across the state. The post Anambra lines up fun-filled Christmas activities appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the creation of a special task force to improve security at motor parks and other important public places across the state. This was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, the move shows the governor’s Kano […]

A socio-political group, the Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum, has called on Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State to proceed with the installation of the Oloja of Lagos-elect, Prince Abiola Kosoko, who was selected by kingmakers more than four years ago as the rightful successor to the late monarch. The post Yoruba Ronu to Sanwo-Olu: Install Kosoko as […]

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State on Sunday received his All Progressives Congress, APC, membership card, marking his official registration with the party. The membership card was presented to the governor by the Chairman of the APC Hospital Ward in Wukari Local Government Area, Umaru Tanko, during a brief ceremony at the TY Danjuma House Taraba […]

Tijani said the full interview was primarily about the progress and impact of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme. The post My Channels interview focused on 3MTT, connectivity gaps — Minister clarifies appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Nkiruka  Nnorom US Congressman Riley Moore has said that his country and Nigeria were nearing a significant milestone in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria, with an agreement on a strategic security framework being finalised.In a post on X yesterday, Moore said the proposed framework would focus on combating extremist groups operating in the The […]

Super Eagles duo Adams Akor and Chidera Ejuke impressed as Sevilla defeated Real Oviedo 4-0 in their LaLiga clash on Sunday. Akor registered one goal and two assists in the encounter. The 25-year-old scored the game’s curtain raiser after four minutes. The forward then set up Djibril Sow and Batista Mendy for the second and LaLiga: Akor, Ejuke inspire […]

Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo has expressed doubts over the electoral prospects of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, in Nigeria’s northern region ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The post 2027: Obi unlikely to win 5% in core Northern states – Ashimolowo appeared first on Vanguard News.

Manchester City have reduced Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League table to two points. The former champions travelled for the game at Selhurst Park after Arsenal edged a 2-1 victory over Wolves on Saturday. The Gunners’ win opened up a five-point gap ahead of Sunday’s fixtures. City were lucky not to fall EPL table: Man City cut […]

Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to undergo medicals ahead of a move to Ajax, according to BBC. The Japanese defender became a free agent after his contract with Arsenal was terminated in the summer. The Gunners brought in Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera, meaning Tomiyasu’s first team opportunities would be limited. The 27-year-old has been completing […]

A fatal road accident occurred on Sunday along Ikorodu Road in Lagos, killing an eight-month-old baby and an adult woman. The crash took place near Olabode House, shortly before the Obanikoro axis of the busy highway. According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency, LASTMA, the incident involved a commercial bus that was travelling at […]

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has announced N150,000 Christmas bonus for every civil servant in the state. The governor explained that the gesture aligned with his administration’ s commitment to improving the welfare of civil servants despite dwindling revenue accruing to the state in the past one year Nwifuru announced the bonus on Sunday […]

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Government has reiterated that the Ademola Adeleke-led administration is committed to digitize its public Primary and Secondary schools across the State. Speaking at a programme, organised by The Teens Awareness Initiative, for public school students in Osogbo, the Executive Secretary, Ministry Education, Osogbo zone, […]

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has handed over 11 victims of human trafficking to Ringim Local Government Council of Jigawa. The post NAPTIP hands over 11 victims of human trafficking to Jigawa council appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The African Action Congress, AAC, on Saturday, elected 39-year-old Olajide Esan as its governorship candidate for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State. Esan, who is also a businessman, emerged through a consensus arrangement of the party, held at its Secretariat, at power line area Osogbo and was monitored by the The post […]

The aircraft, with 11 passengers and three crew members, was en route from Abuja to Kano when it encountered difficulties during landing at about 9:30 am. The post No injuries as Flybird aircraft makes unusual landing in Kano appeared first on Vanguard News.

Akpoti-Uduaghan, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the disclosure during an interview on Mic On Podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, posted on YouTube on Saturday. The post Presidency, senators want me to join APC but I won’t  —  Senator Natasha appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The federal government has announced a nationwide prohibition on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three ,SS3, in all public and private secondary schools. A statement to this effect on Sunday,by the Federal Ministry of Education, explained that the “directive follows growing concerns over the […]

Europe’s approach to dual citizenship remains mixed, with increasing openness in some countries and firm restrictions in others. The post Full List: 12 European countries that restrict or do not allow dual citizenship appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ndume said his colleagues persuaded him to participate in the screening exercise with a commitment to communicate his observations to President Tinubu. The post Why I took part in ambassadorial screening despite objections – Ndume appeared first on Vanguard News.