By Emma Ujah The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has reaffirmed the apex bank’s commitment to orthodox monetary policy, transparency and evidence-based decision-making, warning against renewed calls for interventionist programmes. Speaking at the opening of the Monetary Policy Committee workshop in Abuja, Mr Cardoso said: “The ongoing reforms are critical to restoring […] The post Cardoso recommits to orthodox monetary policy, transparency appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has raised fresh concerns over coordinated attacks on railway infrastructure in Plateau and Bauchi states, warning that the growing wave of vandalism could disrupt rail operations, endanger lives and threaten critical national assets. The Corporation said the latest incidents, recorded in parts of the North Central and North East corridors, underscore […]

Former Anambra State Governor ,Peter Obi has met with former Botswana President Ian Khama and former South African President Thabo Mbeki during his visit to South Africa. The development was disclosed in a statement posted on Obi’s official page. According to the statement, the meeting took place in Cape Town before Obi departed for Johannesburg […] Peter Obi holds closed-door meeting with Mbeki, Ian Khama in South Africa

…We didn’t promise one-day approval — NSW By Efe Onodjae Importers and clearing agents have raised concerns over mounting demurrage costs at Nigerian seaports, blaming delays linked to the National Single Window (NSW) platform for prolonged cargo clearance processes. The National President of the National Council of Managing Directors of Licensed Customs Agents, NCMDLCA, Lucky Amiwero, […] The post Importers pay N100,000 daily demurrage over NSW delays — Customs agents appeared first on Vanguard News.

The 2026 Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group will focus on tackling Africa’s widening development financing gap amid growing global economic fragmentation. According to the bank, more than 3,000 delegates are expected in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, from May 25 to May 29 for the meetings. The AfDB said the meetings would […]

The group said Hayatu-Deen’s experience in banking, economic management, public policy and institutional leadership have positioned him to address worsening hardship, unemployment, insecurity and declining investor confidence.

Engr Kale Kawu, Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara State, on Sunday accepted the mandate to contest the 2027 general elections with a pledge not to betray the confidence and trust reposed in him. Speaking after being declared formally as the consensus candidate of the party in Ilorin, Kawu, described his emergence as a […] ‘I won’t betray trust reposed in me’ – Kwara PDP Guber candidate, Kale Kawu

Justice Binta Murtala-Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja Judicial Division, has stopped a company, Mamuda Beverages Nigeria Limited from producing its Pop Power Energy Drink, in a copied bottle design, which infringes on the trademark of the popular Fearless Energy Drink, a brand of Rite Foods Limited. The court in its ruling, refused a […]

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr Ike Neliaku, the president of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), on his re-election to the Board of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management for another two-year term. Neliaku secured the renewed mandate during the Board’s Annual General Meeting held in Prague, Czech Republic, following […]

Stakeholders at the just-concluded FCT Indigenous Youth Summit 2026 have called for greater empowerment and civic inclusion for indigenous youths in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The summit, themed, “Beyond Policy Papers: Indigenous Stories Informing Inclusive Governance,” highlighted the vision behind Abuja as Nigeria’s capital, which was founded on unity, peace and national integration. Participants, […]

Recent deadly attacks in Oyo, Ogun States and some other parts of the South West by suspected terrorists have triggered tension in parts of the region. DAILY POST reports that there have been a series of coordinated attacks on unsuspecting residents of the region, fueling speculation that the insurgents causing mayhem in the North East […] Fear in Lagos, other areas as terrorists infiltrate South West

A development expert and author, Dr Abel Owotemu, has called for stronger institutions, transparent financing and deeper regional collaboration to address Africa’s persistent development challenges. He believed that stronger regional cooperation could drive Africa’s growth and unlock the continent’s economic potential. Owotemu, made the call during the unveiling of his new book, “The Fragmentation Paradox: […]

•Provision for insurance removed in new NCAA regulation —  Experts By Rosemary Iwunze Indications have emerged that the Federal Government may shoulder the full financial burden arising from the recent fire incident at the international terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, following the apparent absence of insurance cover for Nigerian airports. The airport is managed by […] The post No insurance cover for airports, exposes FG to losses, compensation claims appeared first on Vanguard News.

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has secured the All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential ticket for the 2027 general elections, defeating his sole challenger, Stanley Osifo, in a landslide victory during the party’s direct primary elections. Tinubu polled a staggering 10,999,162 votes across the country’s 8,809 wards, reaffirming his […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Monday morning

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared Hon. Jephthah Afam Ogbodo, the winner of its senatorial primary election for Enugu East Senatorial Zone, for the 2027 general elections. Presenting the certified results over the weekend, the ADC Senatorial Primary Election Committee said the exercise was peaceful, transparent and credible, and was conducted in line with […]

Some traditional rulers from different communities of Ibeku Egwu Asaa  in Umuahia North local government area of Abia State have reversed a libation reportedly performed against Governor Alex Otti by a former Commissioner  in the State, Charles Ogbonnaya. Ogbonnaya, in a video circulating online, was seen pouring  water on the ground,  raising  a kola nut […] Abia traditional rulers nullify libation poured against Governor Alex Otti 

The Yobe State Government has commenced the distribution of 300 Saudi Riyals (SR) each to the 1,353 pilgrims from the state participating in the 2026 Hajj exercise to support the purchase of Hadaya (sacrificial ram), a mandatory rite of the pilgrimage. A statement issued by the Information and Public Relations Officer Pilgrims Commission Board, Suleiman […]

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, has pledged to consolidate on the achievements of Governor Mai Mala Buni and former Governor Ibrahim Gaidam by deploying his political and administrative experience to advance development across the state. Wali made the declaration in his full acceptance address […]

The Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG, in charge of Zone 2 Headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force has uncovered a suspected drug storage facility in the Mende area of Maryland, Lagos, recovering 425 bags of suspected Canadian Loud and other items linked to an alleged trafficking network. The operation was carried out over the weekend at […] Police uncover suspected drug warehouse, recover 425 bags of Canadian Loud in Lagos

By Peter Egwuatu  After the sustained rally recorded in the previous weeks of May 2026, profit-taking by investors last week have taken toll on the Nigerian stock market. Analysts noted that the profit-taking was mostly in major blue chip and mid-cap companies that had paid dividends to their shareholders. A review of activity on the Nigeria […] The post Stock market slides as profit-taking hits blue chip companies  appeared first on Vanguard News.

A young man identified as Ismail AbdulKarim, who had just completed his final examination at the Community Health Department of the Kogi State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Idah, was crushed to death by a vehicle around the Felele area of Lokoja, the Kogi State capital. An eyewitness explained that the incident occurred opposite […] Kogi health student dies in tragic road accident after final exams

The Yobe State Governor, Hon Mai Mala Buni has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu secured 91.5 per cent of the total votes cast in the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election conducted in Yobe State. A statement issued by the director general Press Affairs and Media to the Governor, Alhaji Mamman Mohammed said […]

By Timothy Antigha President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confirmed the announcement by President Donald Trump that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as the second-in-command of ISIS globally, had been killed in a joint operation carried out by American and Nigerian forces in Nigeria. The strike marks one of the most far-reaching counterterrorism operations in West Africa in the […]

Aside Atiku, two other aspirants -Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, a businessman and former governor Rotimi Amaechi- are also in the race to get the 2027 ADC presidential ticket.

Former Manchester United player, Gary Neville has issued a caution to the incoming Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso following a ‘disastrous’ season for the Blues, which concluded with a defeat to Sunderland on the final day. A 2-1 loss at the Stadium of Light resulted in Chelsea finishing in 10th place in the Premier League, failing […] EPL: ‘Disastrous’ – Gary Neville warns Alonso over Chelsea job

Arsenal legend, Ian Wright has stated that the club’s manager, Mikel Arteta, is just one victory away from surpassing the iconic former manager, Arsene Wenger, as the greatest manager in Arsenal’s history. On Sunday, Arsenal finally secured the Premier League trophy, celebrating their first league title since 2004. The Gunners will continue their title celebrations with […] Just one more win Arteta will surpass Arsene Wenger as greatest Arsenal manager – Ian Wright

The recent beheading of a teacher in Oyo State has jolted Nigerians into the grim reality that terrorism is no longer a distant northern tragedy. What many once dismissed as a security crisis confined to Borno and parts of the North-East has now crept steadily into the South-West, threatening communities that had long considered themselves […]

LAGOS— OPERATIVES of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force have uncovered a major drug trafficking syndicate in Lagos, seizing suspected illicit drugs estimated at ₦7.8 billion and arresting several suspects, including the alleged kingpin, Eke Henry Ifeanyi. The post Police reject ₦500m bribe, seize suspected Canadian Loud worth ₦7.8bn appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ugbarajo Itsekiri Youths, UIY, has faulted the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, over what it described as a violation of its own guidelines in the second proposal for the creation of new constituencies, wards and polling units in the Warri Federal Constituency. The youths alleged that INEC breached its guidelines, which prescribe a minimum of […] The post Itsekiri group rejects INEC’s fresh ward, polling unit proposal appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers, NALPGAM, has raised alarm over the soaring cost of cooking gas in the country, warning that the continuous increase in price could spark public outrage against operators of gas filling stations. The post Cooking gas hits N1, 700/kg, marketers warn of looming revolt appeared first on Vanguard News.

There are moments in the life of a nation when a business dispute stops being merely a business dispute. It becomes a reflection of the deeper economic model a country has inherited. There are moments when a lawsuit, a regulatory decision, an import licence, or a confrontation between powerful commercial interests reveals something much deeper […] The post Why the battle over Dangote Refinery is really about Nigeria’s economic future, By Dan D. Kunle appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a $200 million financing facility for the Bank of Industry to expand access to long-term financing for enterprises operating in key sectors of the Nigerian economy, including agro-food processing. The financing package is expected to support Nigeria’s industrial transformation by providing medium- to […]

Former Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte, has called on the Italian Football Federation to consider appointing departing Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, as the new head coach of the national team. Conte announced on Sunday his departure from Napoli after the team secured second place in Serie A, finishing 11 points behind champions Inter Milan. The ex-Chelsea and […] Antonio Conte suggests Pep Guardiola’s next job after Man City exit

Traditionally, every festive season, the cost of food items, particularly meat, soars. The post Eid el Kabir: Families adopt cow sharing strategies as cost of meat soar  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s housing sector is under mounting pressure as the price of a 50-kilogram bag of cement is gradually climbing to as high as ₦15,000 in several locations, prompting urgent warnings from the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) that the trend could halt housing projects and deepen an already dire national housing deficit. The […]

Activist and senatorial aspirant for the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Aisha Yesufu, has rejected the notion that FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike would significantly influence her political aspirations, emphasizing that her primary goal is to obtain the people’s mandate rather than engage with political appointees. Yesufu, previously affiliated with the African Democratic Congress, ADC, made these […] 2027 election: ‘Wike an appointee, I have no business with him’ – FCT senatorial aspirant, Aisha Yesufu