‘Blizzard of the century’ leaves nearly 50 dead across US

Temperatures were expected to moderate across the eastern and midwest United States on Tuesday, after days of freezing weather from “the blizzard of the century” left at least 49 dead and caused Christmas travel chaos. Blizzard conditions persisted in parts of the northeastern US, the stubborn remnants of a sprawl of extreme weather that gripped […]
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Lafarge accelerates road safety, launches 3rd Driving Institute

By Nkiruka Nnorom Lafarge Africa Plc has announced the establishment of its driving institute at its Ashaka Plant in Gombe State, as part of its commitment to conducting business in a safe and healthy manner for all stakeholders. The North East Lafarge Driving Institute, which is the third of its kind owned by the company […]

Family of killed 28-yrs-old graduate seeks justice, alleges cover-up

The family of 28 years old Godsent Obhafuoso have called on the Inspector General of Police, Alkali Baba to prevail on the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Zone 5 to investigate the murder of their son by a policeman who they alleged was not on duty on August 13th 2022 but escorted a prominent man to Uromi, Esan North East local government area and fired shots in the cause of a ceremony where bullets from the shot hit their son and killed him.

South Korea pardons jailed ex-president Lee

Jailed former South Korean president Lee Myung-bak received a presidential pardon on Tuesday, cutting short his 17-year sentence on corruption charges, the justice minister said.

Comercio Partners counsels investors on 2023 opportunities, risks

By Babajide Komolafe Comercio Partners, an investment banking firm has advised investors to properly time their entry into and exit from financial markets in 2023 in order to assess investment opportunities and navigate risks during the year. Co-Managing Partner and Executive Director in charge of Advisory, Comercio Partners, Steve Osho, gave this advice in a […]

Liberalisation, local refining solution to fuel scarcity — Ex-Minister

By Godfrey Bivbere Former Minister of Interior and a major maritime industry operator, Emmanuel Iheanacho, has said that energy sector liberalisation and local refining of crude oil in the country is the only solution to petroleum scarcity in the country. Speaking with Vanguard, Iheanacho said liberalisation will result in more investors coming into the industry, a […]

Wonderland responds to complaint and reiterates safety for its customers

A video of a parent’s complaint has come to the attention of the Management team of Wonderland Lagos at Eko Energy City, regarding a supposed open wire incident and other safety concerns. Wonderland Lagos is a city built for the entertainment for children, families, adults as well as businesses and one of our major responsibilities […]

Nigeria insurers cede N128bn Oil & Gas premium to foreign firms

By Rosemary Iwunze As Nigerian insurance companies continue to struggle with low capacity in underwriting oil and gas risks, about N128.3 billion worth of premium from the sector was transferred to reinsurers and foreign insurance companies in the first nine months of this year. Vanguard findings from the National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, data show that […]

Central banks, politicians and vested interests

By Arize Nwobu CENTRAL banks are independent national institutions and supreme monetary authorities which are at the heart of the economy. They manage currency and are given free control over the production and domestic distribution of the money and credit for a country with the aim of achieving price stability and economic growth.  But it […]

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