By Ochuko Akuopha ASABA— A landlord, Mr. Lucky Obaze, has allegedly been stabbed to death by his tenant in Boji-Boji Owa, Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State, over a N1,500 electricity bill. The Police Public Relations Officer of the State Command, Mr. Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident yesterday. Edafe, who did not provide […]

By Henry Ojelu Zion Akinbamidele Akingboye, son of the late governorship candidate and businessman, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA), has rebuked his father’s former aide, Mr. Oyeniyi Iwakun, accusing him of spreading falsehoods and dishonouring his father’s memory. In a statement, Zion described Iwakun’s press release as “a brazen compilation of lies, distortions and deliberate suppression […]

…Monarch still in captivity By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin— Residents of Bayagan Ile in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have fled the community in large numbers following renewed attempts by suspected bandits to abduct residents, even as the community’s monarch remains in captivity. Vanguard gathered that fear and confusion have gripped the community since […]

Lagos State High Court has struck out the suit filed by FHT Mega Express Limited against Parallex Bank and ordered the company to publish the court’s decision in three national newspapers

The Presidency, yesterday, distanced itself from alleged alterations of the tax bill passed by both chambers of the National Assembly.

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described President Bola Tinubu’s 2026 budget proposal as a dangerous debt trap that threatens to mortgage Nigeria’s future and deepen the country’s fiscal crisis.

United States President, Donald Trump, has recalled the country’s ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, and 29 other career diplomats from ambassadorial and other senior embassy postings in a bid to reshape Washington’s diplomatic posture in line with Trump’s “America First” priorities.

From last week continues the narrative on the emergence of Dr Moses Majekodunmi as administrator of Western Nigeria following the declaration of emergency rule. It also highlights the intrigues involved in the emergence of Olu of Warri, as well as the rivalry between NCNC and the Action Group. Olu of Warri Kingdom with the title Ogiame […]

The recent failed coup attempt in Republic of Benin, allegedly led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, has once again drawn attention to a disturbing trend in West Africa: the resurgence of military interventions in governance.   Coming just days after soldiers reportedly seized power in Guinea-Bissau while a presidential election was underway, the incident underscores the fragility of […]

By WALE OLAYINKA  Nobel Laureate,  Wole Soyinka in one of his works,  The Man Died,  described a comical scene as “ dramaturgical fantasia”!   This phrase  aptly captures the public posturing of  the former Attorney – General and Minister of Justice,  Abubakar Malami,  SAN,  to his investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC.  Malami’s reactions,  disclosures  […]

 “There is only one thing more precious than time, and that is who we spend it on”— Leo Christopher. I sat through a discussion involving a few villagers from parts of eastern Kaduna State and western Katsina State in my home town, Zaria,  last week. A respected elder has been ill, and he is the type […]

By Chioma Obinna The Director of Administration and Secretary of the Board of the National Orthopaedic Management Board, Mrs. Roseline Onotsojah-Ogedengbe, on Monday formally disengaged from public service after decades of service at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos, urging government to prioritise workers’ welfare as the foundation of efficient public service delivery. Speaking during […]

The Federal government of Nigeria and the United States government have signed a technical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen bilateral health cooperation, strengthen health security, and build a more resilient and self-reliant health system for Nigerians.

The Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC) has praised Prince Emre Magbo, President of the Diaspora Tinubu Support Group (Europe Chapter), describing him as a significant source of inspiration for young Nigerians.

The Nigerian Army has called on its officers and soldiers to remain steadfast and resilient in carrying out their duties, emphasizing that the nation relies on their professionalism, discipline, and sacrifice to bolster national security.