Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following violent clashes and unrest in some parts of the area. In a statement released on Friday night, the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, said the government considers the violence unacceptable and has ordered security agencies to strictly [...]

The Executive Chairman of Obingwa LGA of Abia State, Maxwell Nwadike has expressed disappointment with the destruction of some sections of the ongoing perimeter fencing in the LGA headquarters at Mgboko. Nwadike, who inspected the affected sections on Friday, vowed that the council would no longer tolerate any act of sabotage that undermines public interest. […] Villagers allegedly destroy Abia LG headquarters’ fence 

As part of efforts to curb the rising cases of virtual asset and investment fraud, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are set to launch a nationwide sensitisation campaign aimed at educating Nigerians on the dangers of cybercrime and promoting a culture of financial integrity.   At a public [...]

All is now set for the Lagos State local government council elections scheduled for today, Saturday, July 12, 2025. From the mainland to the islands, political actors, election observers, and residents await what many consider a quiet but significant test of the state’s political terrain. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, had released the final […] Lagos decides at grassroots as Local govt elections hold today – LIVE REPORT

Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka on Friday, announced an eight-member committee to investigate the circumstances leading to the death of a 100-level student of the university, living at the Elmelda hostel, located within the university vicinity. The deceased student, Miss Isabella Ajana, a student of the Faculty of Law, [...]

Read the full details on our digital edition when you join our WhatsApp Communities here. Here are the major headlines for today: NIGERIANS UNDER SIEGELawyers Decry Escalating Human Rights Abuses…

Akin Osuntokun, former DG, Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign Council, has said the Labour Party, LP, is heading towards extinction. He suggested that the powers that be have succeeded in using some individuals to destabilise the Labour Party. Speaking on Arise News,  Osuntokun noted that Peter Obi was a product of the Obidient movement and not the […] 2027: Labour Party heading towards extinction, not unexpected – Osuntokun

Actress Ogechukwu Anasor has acknowledged a shift in her career, with producers and directors recognizing her craft beyond her physical appearance. She attributes this growth to her dedication and the impact of some of her movies. The post I’m not in Nollywood to look pretty but to deliver – Ogechukwu Anasor appeared first on Vanguard News.

Rotimi Amaechi, the former governor of Rivers state, has mentioned two worst INEC chairmen in the history of Nigeria while speaking on the 2027 general election.

Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca has revealed that what worries him about Paris Saint-Germain is what worries him about any team. Maresca spoke ahead of both teams’ FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in United States. Recall that Chelsea qualified for the Club World Cup final after beating Fluminense 2-0 in the […] Club World Cup final: What worries me about PSG – Maresca

Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca has confirmed his side’s team news ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup final with Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday night at the MetLife Stadium. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Maresca spoke about his squad, insisting that his players are ready to take on PSG in the final. The former Leicester City […] Club World Cup final: Maresca confirms Chelsea’s team news ahead of PSG clash

Okpebholo revealed that his administration, while opening the books of EdoGIS, discovered that a consultant was hired and paid ₦6 billion and another additional ₦2 billion for "ordinary software."

Enugu State Government, under Governor Peter Mbah, earlier this week, floated an airline, the Enugu Air. Thus becoming the second state to own a commercial airline in Nigeria and the first in South East Nigeria. The first is Ibom Airline, which was set up in June 2019 and wholly owned by the Akwa Ibom State […] Mixed reactions trail launch of Enugu Air

There was a time the home was a soft place to land. A place where the world ended and love began. A place where feet were washed, wounds were kissed The post Love in the Age of Survival: Start with bedrooms if you want to fix Nigeria, by Stephanie Shaakaa appeared first on Vanguard News.

England winger, Jadon Sancho is on the verge of joining Juventus after a £17.3 million deal was agreed with Manchester United. Man United have been looking to offload the England international this summer. This comes after Chelsea recently rejected the opportunity to sign the 25-year-old player for £25 million and paid Man United a £5m […] Transfer: Sancho makes final demand as Man United agree £17m fee

The house you build at 45 should honour the version of you at 75. Because one day, your bones and that acute arthritis will vote against the stairs The post Your children love you, but . . .: The house you build at 40 will judge your wisdom at 80, by Stephanie Shaakaa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Real Madrid have set forward, Rodrygo’s price tag amid transfer interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and other clubs. According to COPE (via Madrid Zone), Real Madrid will refuse any offer under €100 million for Rodrygo. Rodrygo is expected to decide his future at the club after the end of the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday. The Brazilian, […] Transfer: Real Madrid set Rodrygo’s price tag

 After more than twenty years of writing this column, I have held one steadfast rule: never comment on an athlete’s or any other person’s personal life. Today, I am compelled…

The Imo State Government has ordered cattle herders to end open grazing within the State capital territory beginning from July 24, 2025. Speaking during a recent meeting with cattle dealers and herders in Owerri, the Commissioner in charge of Ministry of Livestock Development, Anthony Mgbeahurike, said that the new directive is geared towards maintaining public […] Imo govt gives cattle herders July 24 deadline to leave capital city 

ABUJA – Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima has been nominated by President Bola Tinubu to repre­sent him at the independence anniversary of Sao Tome & Principe. According to a statement…

 The Nigerian Academy of Let­ters (NAL) has announced its distinguished list of new Regular and Overseas Fellows, as well as Honorary Fellows and recipients of the Awards of Excellence in…

The oil and gas communities have announced their preferred aspirant for the 2027 presidency between Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi and Peter Obi.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited is considering offloading its state-owned refineries after years of costly rehabilitation efforts that have yielded limited results. The post After $3b repairs, NNPC may sell Nigeria’s 445,000 bpd refineries appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The ongoing Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise in Anambra State earlier this week kicked off amidst minor technical glitches at the various ward centres. TNC Correspondent in Anambra, who monitored the exercise reports that the exercise, which was billed to commence on the 8th and end on the 17th of July, 2025, did not start in some [...]

The member representing Ukwa West constituency in Abia State House of Assembly, Mr Godwin Adiele has appealed to the House to intervene by saving his constituents in Owaza community, following the alleged abandonment of Owaza  Cottage Hospital by the National Exploration and Production LTD. According to him, the situation has exposed sick patients in the […] Abia lawmaker raises alarm over condition of patients in abandoned Cottage hospital

 Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged all eligible voters in the state to participate actively in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12. In a…

A recent DNA results reportedly confirmed him as the biological father of the child, which prompted the Nigerian Police to rearrest and formally arraign him

LAGOS – The Public Accounts Commit­tees of the Senate and House of Representatives have honoured the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The award followed NPA’s unwavering commitment to transparency, fiscal responsi­bility,…

…South-West PDP Leaders Reaffirm Support For Party IBADAN – Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has declared that the Peoples Dem­ocratic Party (PDP) is an institu­tion that cannot be threatened by…

In a landmark development for the continent’s mining sector, African mining ministers have commended Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, for his visionary leadership during the African Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) meeting. The ministers unanimously adopted the African Mineral Resources Classification and Management System–Pan-African Resource Code (AMREC–PARC) to enhance investor confidence and [...]

Constitutional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome, SAN, says constitution amendment will not be able to tackle Nigeria’s foundational problems. Ozekhome, who said this on Friday, when he appeared on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television, described the document as a curse to national development. The senior lawyer emphasized that only a brand-new, people-oriented constitution can rescue […] Constitution amendment won’t solve Nigeria’s problem – Ozekhome

Johnvents Group, a leading indigenous agribusiness and manufacturing group, has held its first investor forum, with representatives from the capital market, agribusiness, and finan­cial institutions sub-sectors in attendance. The event,…

Galatasaray are not relenting in their efforts to sign Victor Osimhen on a permanent basis from Napoli. The Turkish champions have now sent a fresh €75million offer with a different payment structure. As at Friday night, Gala are willing to make a €40m immediate payment and €35m in installments. They have also provide bank guarantees […] Transfer: Napoli receives fresh €75m offer to sell Osimhen

ABUJA – The Vice President’s Office has issued a statement strongly re­futing rumours of a potential conflict within the presidency. Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Spe­cial Assistant to the President on Media…

The expanded version of the Club World Cup will be concluded on Sunday. And there are two left. A tournament that began with 36 teams from around the world now sees Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain go head-to-head for the trophy. The buzz and anticipation was low as the competition kicked off in the US, but fans […] Club World Cup 2025: Chelsea aim to stop PSG’s world dominance 

As the Lagos State Independent Elec­toral Commis­sion (LASIEC) prepares to hold local gov­ernment elections on Sat­urday, the Human and En­vironmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) urges LASIEC to overcome public…