SPEAKING recently at the inaugural Federal Ministry of Education Private Sector Breakfast Convening held in Lagos, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed that a princely sum of $345 million is needed annually to “effectively re-integrate and provide essential skills to the approximately 15 million out-of-school children across the country.” The minister further revealed […]

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid has weighed in on the recent altercation involving Burna Boy and his official DJ, DJ Tunez. The incident occurred on Monday at Obi’s House, a popular weekly Afrobeats gathering in Lagos. What reportedly began as a heated exchange between Burna Boy and DJ Tunez quickly spiralled into a physical confrontation, with [...]

Gunmen have reportedly killed no fewer than 20 persons in several communities in Niger State and dozens more in Kebbi. The post Terrorists kill 22 in Niger, Plateau, scores in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

THE Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,392 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,396 per dollar Tuesday. The post Naira appreciates to N1,392/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Leaders and members of African Democratic Congress, ADC, joined a large demonstration in Abuja yesterday, protesting decisions of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC... The post ADC lists 6-point demands at INEC protest appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Professor of Anatomy, Olatunde Owoeye, has said that common Nigerian plants such as bitter leaf, ugwu (pumpkin leaves), tomato, yanrin, hibiscus, and pawpaw leaves can help protect the human brain from damage and disease. He made this known while delivering the 609th inaugural lecture of the University of Ibadan, titled “The Human Brain: The […]

THE National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the ruling party remains the most viable platform capable of delivering stability, progress and national renewal in Nigeria. Yilwatda, who spoke in Abuja on key national issues, said Nigeria could not afford to entrust its future to what he described […]

For cities like Lagos and Nairobi, jobs are evolving - but so are concerns over weak protections, poor regulation, and widening inequality.  The post ITUC-Africa rallies continent for stronger voice on jobs, regulation at global labour talks appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Organised Private Sector of Nigeria, comprising the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industrialists (NASSI), and the Nigerian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), has called on President Bola Tinubu’s intervention to halt […]

The United States-Israel-Iran tensions are unlikely to significantly derail the stock market from its performance in the second quarter (Q2), Prof. Uche Uwaleke says. Uwaleke, the President of the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (CMAN), disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja. He said the resolution […]

In classrooms and primary health centres across Lagos, a quiet shift is underway, one that is beginning to change how public services are delivered and experienced. The Lagos State Government, the World Bank and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) are advancing the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity–Governance (HOPE-GOV) programme. This $500 million initiative […]

A new study has revealed that younger Nigerians and people engaging in high-risk behaviours account for a significant share of new HIV infections in Lagos, raising fresh concerns about continued transmission. The research, published in the February edition of BMC Infectious Diseases, examined newly diagnosed HIV patients at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital and found […]

An abroad based woman has pointed out one reason that many men shy away from marrying Nigerian women residing abroad. She sent a message to Nigerian men.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has been honoured with the Legacy Builder and Game Changer of the Year Award by the state chapter of the Association of Community Health Practitioners of Nigeria, in recognition of his administration’s contributions to strengthening primary healthcare delivery across the state. The award was presented during a ceremony held in […]

The Oyo State government has launched an Integrated Health Facility Flip Chart aimed at strengthening the health system and building the capacity of health workers to improve service delivery outcomes across the state. Speaking at the launch and dissemination of the flip chart, the Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, reaffirmed the government’s […]

A lady who graduated from secondary school as the best student in 2016 has completed her medical studies at the University of Uyo in a grand fashion.

Recently, after the mass killing in Jos, Plateau State, President Bola Tinubu said he was not elected “to comfort and create widows and widowers”. Yet since he became president barely three years ago, his administration has overseen the creation of thousands of widows, widowers and orphans whose husbands, wives and parents were killed in terrorist attacks. […] The post Recurring bloodbaths: Nigeria is too fragile, too fractured to be safe, by Olu Fasan appeared first on Vanguard News.

A new study has revealed that malaria parasites in Nigeria are becoming more complex, with mixed patterns of drug resistance that could affect efforts to control and eliminate the disease. The research, published in 2026 edition of the Open Forum Infectious Diseases, analysed nearly 900 malaria samples collected from across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones between […]

THE Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting digital literacy across Nigeria’s secondary schools as efforts to modernise teaching and learning intensify nationwide. To drive this mandate, the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (NSSEC) has sought the support of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in strengthening data collection and management systems across senior […]

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring inclusive, equitable, and quality basic education for Nigerian children, especially girls, children with special needs, and other vulnerable groups, through the newly launched HOPE for Quality Basic Education (HOPE-EDU) programme. UBEC Executive Secretary, Dr Aisha Garba, made this known at a three-day sensitisation […]

THE Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling Nigeria’s staggering adult illiteracy burden, estimated at over 60 million adults who lack basic reading, writing, and numeracy skills. The government, through the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education (NMEC), announced that new initiatives are being rolled out to strengthen adult education, modernise […]

Zenith Bank PLC has released its audited group financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2025, reporting a record 5-year profit after tax (PAT) of N1.041 trillion, reflecting a 0.74% increase compared to N1.033 trillion in 2024. The bank’s strong performance was driven by the growth in interest income, particularly from Treasury Bills, […] The post Zenith Bank hits record N1.041 trillion profit in 2025, announces N8.75 final dividend appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian students in high schools and colleges now contribute over $800 million annually to the American education system, reaffirming Nigeria’s position as one of the leading sources of international students in the United States. The U.S. cultural attaché, Ms Raisa Duncas, revealed this when she led a delegation of the United States Embassy in Abuja […]

By Martin Metieh Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has condemned the alleged illegal confined field trials and registration of four new transgenic cotton hybrid varieties- MIC 561 BGII, MIC 563 BGII, BIOSEED-FIYAH CH1001, BIOSEED-FIYAH CH1002 by the National Committee on Naming, Registration and Release of Crop Varieties, Livestock Breeds and Fisheries.  The transgenic cotton […]

Seek designated transport hubs A fresh push to position Lagos State as a major gateway for regional trade within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is gaining momentum, following a strategic engagement between the state government and private sector stakeholders, led by Alabaru Global Services. Speaking during the visit, the Managing Director of […]

Picks ADC membership card, declares new era of youth inclusion Rep Abdussamad Dasuki, member representing Tambuwal/Kebbe Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, has raised concerns over the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), stating that developments under its leadership could pose challenges to Nigeria’s multi-party democracy, alleging that the commission was working in ways that may limit […] The post Dasuki alleges threats to multi-party democracy, joins ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.

A political stir unfolded in Kwara State today as All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant, Prince Haliru Dantsoho Mahmud, publicly declared his ambition only to step down minutes later in favor of Ambassador Yahaya Seriki Gambari. The post Drama in Kwara as APC governorship aspirant steps down for “better candidate” appeared first on Vanguard News.

The socio-cultural group, Omo Ibile Igbomina, has appealed to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State to complete the formal appointment of the Oluganna of Ganmo in Ifelodun Local Government Area, Oba Abdulyekeen Olukayode Kolawole, nearly seven years after his selection. The post Omo Ibile Igbomina urges Gov. AbdulRazaq to present appointment letter to Ganmo monarch appeared first on Vanguard News.

Barely five months after the International Press Institute (IPI), honoured the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS DG), Mr Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, The post Another media honour to DSS DG appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kwara State Elders Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for a power shift to Kwara North Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 governorship election, urging the emergence of a consensus candidate from the zone. The post 2027: Kwara APC elders push for power shift to Kwara North appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Martin Metieh The Africa Water Justice Network and water justice campaigners in Nigeria have called on national and African governments to prioritise women’s inclusion and democratic ownership in combating water crises in Africa. They highlighted the critical intersection of water access, gender inequality, and public health on the African continent. The groups made the […]

In a trending video, the general overseer of Lord's Chosen church sent a warning to his church members about their conduct on social media. Many reacted.

SIFAX Group and its chairman, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, recently recorded a remarkable outing at the Maritime Industry Merit Awards (MIMA) 2025, clinching three prestigious honours in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s maritime and corporate landscape. At the ceremony held in Lagos, SIFAX Group received the award for Most Corporate Social Responsibility Friendly Company, […]

The State Chairman of the party, Leader Sampson, disclosed this while addressing journalists in Port Harcourt The post ADC Rivers To Proceed With Congresses Despite National Litigation – Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin ILORIN — Supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Moro Local Government Area of Kwara State have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term while throwing their weight behind the governorship aspiration of the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Salihu Yakubu Danladi. The endorsement was […] The post 2027: Kwara APC supporters endorse Tinubu for second term, back Danladi for governor appeared first on Vanguard News.

ILORIN — The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, has extended Easter greetings to members of the university’s Christian community and Christians across the country. The post Unilorin VC Egbewole felicitates Christians on Easter, urges unity and compassion appeared first on Vanguard News.