South Africa imposes alcohol ban over Easter in virus curb
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday announced a four-day ban on take-away alcohol consumption over the Easter weekend, over fears of a possible third wave of coronavirus infections. South Africa, which has recorded over 1.5 million cases, has seen infection rates stabilising in recent weeks at an average of 1,200 per day, according to […]
Ubani writes Attorney-Gen, demands compliance with judgment on NIN extension
Human rights lawyer, Monday Ubani, on Tuesday, asked the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami(SAN), to immediately comply with a Federal High Court judgment extending the time for National Identify Number, NIN, by two months.
Okowa assures youths of opportunities to be wealth creators
Delta Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, on Tuesday, said his administration would continue to provide opportunities for youths in the state to be self-employed and wealth creators.
Chad’s Deby set for sixth term after key rivals sidelined
Chad’s Idriss Deby Itno, combining hardline tactics with political savvy, has sidelined his most viable challengers, leaving him on course for a sixth term as president after 30 years at the helm of his poor Sahel nation. As his next re-election bid looms on April 11, the 68-year-old has banned and violently put down peaceful […]
Nigeria’s Wilfred Ndidi ranked 13th best player in the world
Super Eagles and Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been ranked as the 13th best player in the world for the first quarter of 2021 by the highly respected CIES Football Observatory. Ndidi has an index of 85.5 having played 852 minutes in the first quarter of 2021. The top star in the world according […]
Man in Police net for defiling 4-year-old daughter of co-tenant
By James Ogunnaike Men of the Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Police have arrested a 25-year-old man, Elisha James for forcefully having carnal knowledge of a four-year-old daughter of his co-tenant (name-withheld). The suspect, according to the command image maker, Abimbola Oyeyemi, who resides at Mokore road area of Warewa was arrested on the […]
Abia govt announces death of Deputy Chief of Staff
The Abia State government has announced the death of its Deputy Chief of Staff, Chief Ukpai Agwu, who passed in the early hours of Tuesday after a brief illness. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, John Kalu, made available to Vanguard, described the state governor, Okezie Ikpeazu as “shock” as he mourns the […]
Don’t take back seat in politics, Enugu lawmaker urges youths
By Ikechukwu Odu Enugu State Lawmaker, Dr. Emma Ugwuerua has advocated for youths participation in politics, saying that it enhances development at all facets of human endeavour. Dr. Ugwuerua, who represents Nsukka West State Constituency in Enugu State House of Assembly stated this at Ibagwa-Ani in Ovogovo Development Centre of Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu […]
Rivers Assembly confirms Amadi as new Chief Judge
The Rivers State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Justice Chibuzor Amadi as the Chief Judge of the state. This followed a letter forwarded to the House by the Rivers State governor, Mr Nyesom Wike, and read during the Tuesday’s plenary requesting it to screen and confirm the nominee as the Chief Judge […]
Anambra guber: Aspirants in confusion over Oye, Edozie leadership tussle
By Chinonso Alozie – Owerri Governorship aspirants in the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, battling to grab the governorship ticket ahead of the 6TH November 6, 2021, Anambra State Governorship election are said to be confused over court judgements and cases hanging over the leadership of the party at the national level. Vanguard captured a […]
NPFL: Enyimba recovers from MFM setback to earn 1-0 win over Dakkada
Coming out from a disappointing 0-1 loss to MFM, Enyimba coach Fatai Osho made three changes to the side that played in Lagos. He replaced Gabriel Orok with Chukwudi Esobe (who was making his debut for Enyimba), Victor Mbaoma with Tosin Omoyele & Hassan Abubakar With Abiodun Adebayo. Enyimba FC started the match on the […]
NPFL: Madugu marks new Techincal Adviser role at Adamawa Utd with draw
Justine Madugu began his journey as Technical Adviser of Adamawa United in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) with a draw against visiting Wikki Tourists of Bauchi. Both clubs came into the contest on the back of defeats in their previous matches. Adamawa United were walloped 5-0 by Kwara United while Wikki Tourists lost at […]
Mysterious fire consumes 2 teenagers, food items, animals in Jigawa
By Aliyu Dangida A mysterious fire has gutted the house of Malam Shafiu Rafa claiming the lives of his two teenage daughters while foodstuff and animals worth hundreds of naira were destroyed. The incident according to the information officer of Buji local government, Ali Safiyanu said occurred at Rafa village a few kilometres away from […]
NPFL: Jigawa GS edge MFM 1-0 in close encounter in Kaduna
Jigawa Golden Stars FC went back to winning ways following a deserved victory over visiting MFM FC of Lagos in a MatchDay 18 tie of the 2020/2021 NPFL season at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna. Jigawa were awarded a spot-kick when MFM defender handled the ball in the box and Jigawa striker, Samuel Stone stepped […]
We can’t have reading generation when parents don’t read – Ejemai
…Reveals reasons for writing children’s books As part of activities to celebrate the World Book Day 2021, renowned author and teacher, Dr. Olayemi Ejemai, hosted the public presentation of eight books from her children’s books kitty and a collection of poems written by her 10-year-old daughter and poet, Pamilerin Ejemai. In this interview, she discusses […]
Alleged Islamisation of Judiciary: One billion lies can’t quench light of Islam, NSCIA slams CAN
ABUJA – The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, on Tuesday, criticised the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, for its outcry and claim that the recent shortlisting of 13 Muslims for 20 Justices for the Appeal Court positions was an attempt to Islamic the judiciary.
