By the end of this year, the Federal Government would have spent, at least, N38.188 billion on the up-keep of former presidents, vice presidents and their families The post Budgets: FG spends N38.2bn on Gowon, Obasanjo, IBB, others in 22 years  appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABBA Abubakar did not look like a man making a routine political announcement. Standing inside the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Thursday The post Defection of Atiku’s son: Symbolic coup to APC, personal matter to family  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Says Fubara Has Huge Responsibility to Restore Peace in Rivers The Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, Dr Gift Worlu, has said that what exists in Rivers… The post What We’ve In Rivers Is Coalition Of Renewed Hope Family — Obio/Akpor LG Chairman appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ekpoma, headquarters of Esan West, which comprises six other kingdoms: Egoro, Ukhun, Idoha, Ujogba, Ogwa, and Urohi, was once a serene town The post Ekpoma: From peaceful kingdoms to kidnap flashpoints appeared first on Vanguard News.

ONITSHA – The Anambra State Police Command has issued a strong warning against any form of march or street protest within Awka, the state capital, citing public safety concerns and… The post Anambra: Police Warn Against Street Protests In Awka, Cite Gains In Anti-Cultism War appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

I have always resisted being dragged into ethnoreligious arguments. Not because the issues are trivial, but because many of the loudest voices in such debates are not merely passionate—they are… The post From Ese Oruru To Walida: Exposing Selective Outrage In Child Sexual Exploitation Cases appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Olori Ebi (head) of Keregbetu of Ijebuland, Prince Joseph Adegboyega Hanifata Olowu, has commended the three heads of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House –Otunba Owoyemi, Otunba Adedokun Ajidagba and Chief Fassy Yusuf The post Awujale stool: Olowu commends heads of Fusengbuwa ruling house appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

FG’s reported approval of a $9 million lobbying contract in the United States has triggered one of the sharpest political debates in recent months The post $9m lobbying contract: Image management or misplaced priority? Inside Nigeria’s fierce battle for global perception appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABUJA – A prosecution witness on Thursday told the Federal High Court in Abuja how a consultant allegedly received over ₦1.1 billion in commission within just eight months from contracts… The post EFCC Witness: Consultant Got ₦1.1bn Commission In Eight Months appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has expressed frustration at reports of fracas and alleged physical attacks on fans during and after the Matchday 20 fixture between Remo Stars and Ikorodu City at Ikenne. The post Video From Remo Stars Vs Ikorodu City match in Ikenne disturbing, says NPFL appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Ahead of the 2027 general elections in Ondo State, a group of Nigerians based in the United States of America has thrown its weight behind an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Dr. Michael AkintomideAjilo, for the Ondo East/West Federal Constituency seat. The post 2027: U.S.-Based group drums support for Ondo APC chieftain, Ajilo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Popular Nigerian female comedian (she prefers to be called ‘comedienne’) Princess, has set aside pride and called on some equally popular Nigerian Pastors to help her get a husband. The post TEETH 4 TEETH … With Justin Akpovi-Esade appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

An agribusiness technology firm focused on strengthening transparency, trust and trade across agricultural value chains globally – Agrolinking, has unveiled AgTrail, a digital food traceability platform The post Firm unveils Agtrail platform to support farmers on EUDR compliance appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

I can hardly forget the story of a man who thought he was a strict disciplinarian, while his family members thought he was an oppressor and a dictator. While this man went about disciplining his children with the reasoning.. The post Oppressor or disciplinarian! appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is now undoubtedly the most successful commercial story in the history of African football as the commercial success of the Competition has led to over 90 percent increase .. The post CAF records 90% surge in AFCON revenues, 23 sponsors appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

This event was not an accident. Jacob met God at a place he renamed Bethel (meaning ‘House of God'), formerly called Luz, a significant location north of Beersheba where he ran to. The post Benefit of divine encounter appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

How does the Confederation of African Football think it is neutral to bring a biased referee to officiate Nigeria’s most important match at AFCON 2025 The post A Nation, a Whistle, and a Yellow Card Too Far: How do I explain this to my son? appeared first on Vanguard News.

What does it mean to capture individual likeness, regardless of using sacred earth or lines of code? Oriiz Onuwaje explores how capturing likeness has always been political, from the ritual workshops of ancient Ife to today’s AI systems that form The post Ifè portraits and artificial intelligence appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North local government area of Ogun State, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, has advised the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, against taking a confrontational approach toward government directives or engaging the Oyo State Government through public statements. Oba Akinyemi cautioned that such actions could carry consequences, emphasising […]

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Chairman of the coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State, Hon. Ali Wurge, the embattled state party Chairman, Umara Bolori among others were on Friday invited by the Police Commissioner, Nasir Abdulmajid over the crisis rocking the leadership of the party. Sources revealed. It was gathered that Hon. Wurge […] The post Borno ADC Transition Management Committee Chair, others invited by Police appeared first on Vanguard News.

I grew up with a passion for writing, and I used to write letters to the editor of local newspapers as a teenager. My principal at St. Gregory’s College even warned me that I was writing too much about the college.. The post A legend’s journey: Sir Steve Omojafor’s timeless tale of triumph and inspiration appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon Dennis Idahosa has alleged that some persons were trying to cause a rift between him and the governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo but vowed that such plots would fail. In a statement personally signed by Idahosa, the deputy governor said he remained […] The post Edo Deputy Governor caution against causing rift between him and the governor appeared first on Vanguard News.

The outgoing General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, said troops under his command rescued more than 1,000 kidnap victims during his 18-month tenure. Ajose disclosed this on Friday during a farewell ceremony in Sokoto, where he highlighted key operational successes recorded under Sector 2 of Operation Fasan […]

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM1, has again written to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, alleging his exclusion from the ongoing process to select the next Awujale of Ijebuland and calling for the nullification of the nomination exercise to avert protracted litigation. In the latest […] The post Again, KWAM1 writes Abiodun, calls for nullification of Awujale nomination meeting appeared first on Vanguard News.

A 103-year-old woman, on Friday, died in a fire outbreak that occurred at a residential building in the Oyingbo area of Lagos State. The incident occurred at No. 8, Bola Street, off Kadara Street, where a fire reportedly broke out in one of the rooms before spreading to other parts of the building. The Permanent […]

No one plans to become a baby mama. No one dreams of introducing the love of their life as a baby daddy. It never starts this way. The post Baby Mama, Baby Daddy and the child who learned Love through tension, by Stephanie Shaakaa  appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Peter Egwuatu The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced new minimum capital requirements for operators in Nigeria’s capital market, raising thresholds for stockbrokers, dealers, fund managers, issuing houses, and digital asset companies. In a circular released on Friday, the Commission unveiled a revised capital framework to replace the 2015 structure, giving operators until […] The post SEC raises capital base for market operators, gives 18 months to comply appeared first on Vanguard News.

In a renewed push to confront banditry, terrorism and other security threats facing the country, the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), have reaffirmed the federal fovernment’s commitment to a coordinated, intelligence-driven security strategy. Both ministers emphasised that stronger collaboration between internal and external security agencies […]

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Conakry, the capital of Guinea on Friday, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of President-elect Mamady Doumbouya slated for Saturday. According to a statement by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President was received by senior Guinean government officials and members of the Nigerian diplomatic corps […]

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has mourned the death of Imam Abubakar Abdullahi, describing the late cleric as a rare example of humanity and moral courage whose actions saved lives and offered Nigeria a powerful lesson in leadership rooted in compassion. In a statement on Friday, the 2023 Labour […] The post Imam Abubakar did what leaders failed to do —Obi appeared first on Vanguard News.

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has felicitated with the former interim national chairman of the party, Chief Bisi Akande, on the occasion of his 87th birthday. Yilwatda, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, described the elder statesman as a priceless […]

As part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR’s efforts to strengthen fair and effective tax administration in Nigeria, the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee (PFPTRC) and the Office of the Tax Ombud are partnering to enhancing taxpayers’ trust and compliance through transparent mediation and accountability. According to a statement from the Office of […] The post Presidential tax committee, tax ombud partner to protect taxpayers’ rights appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Army, on Friday, said troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) Joint Taskforce North-East have once again demonstrated resilience, professionalism and superior combat capability by decisively foiling coordinated terrorist attacks across parts of Adamawa and Borno States, while inflicting heavy losses on fleeing terrorists during follow-up operations. A statement issued to journalists in Maiduguri, […]

By Steve Oko Archbishop of Umuahia Methodist Archdiocese, Archbishop Chibuzor Opoko, has urged Gov. Alex Otti not to be distracted by the antics of his predecessors threatening to scuttle his second term bid. The cleric in a strong-worded letter to the Governor, urged him to rather remain focused on delivering good governance to the people, […] The post Don’t be distracted by the antics of Abia former govs, Archbishop Opoko writes Otti appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said that President Bola Tinubu was laying strong foundations for long-term economic growth and shared prosperity in Nigeria. The minister disclosed this on Friday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by members of the Grassroots Advocacy for Tinubu (GAT) 2027. According to Idris, the Tinubu […]

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri The trial of the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, continued before a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Friday, with a witness detailing how a consultant pocketed over N1.1 billion in eight months. Bello, who piloted the affairs of Kogi state from 2016 to 2024, […] The post Yahaya Bello’s Trial: How a consultant got N1.1bn commission in 8 months —Witness appeared first on Vanguard News.