Firm petitions PCN over Abuja licence approval process
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — A retail pharmacy operator has petitioned the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN), questioning the Council’s licence approval process after its 2023 application to operate a retail pharmacy in Kubwa, Abuja, was rejected, while another operator was later approved to operate at the same premises. In a petition dated 4 February […]
Abdulrahman’s sacrifice to motherland
There was a time, not too long ago, when February 5 meant only one or two things to Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq: football.
We want truth, justice over our twin babies’ death, cry Promise and Ruth
By Damilola Ogunsakin A Lagos family is calling for justice and a full investigation into the tragic deaths of their nine-month-old identical twin boys, Testimony and Timothy Alozie, who died on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, less than 24 hours after receiving routine immunisations. Speaking in a special interview with Vanguard, the grieving father, Mr. […]
Police arrest Ghanaian for deroofing tenant’s apartment
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT— Police in Rivers State have arrested one Mr. Frimpong Samuel, a Ghanaian, for deroofing the building where his tenant, Mr. Anozie Tochukwu, occupies. It was gathered that the incident happened at 7, Chief Chike Street, NTA Road, Mgbuoba, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. It was learned that the […]
Outrage as non-experts publicly attack evidence-based snakebite treatment
Widespread outrage has followed the circulation of a viral video in which non-medical individuals publicly criticised the clinical management of a snakebite victim, late Miss Ifunnaya Nwangene, with medical experts warning that the commentary was unscientific, unethical, and potentially life-threatening.
Police arrest 2 suspected robbers, recover firearms in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms and ammunition during separate intelligence-led operations in Ajegunle and Ojo areas of the state.
I don’t need constitution to advise leaders, Emir Sanusi asserts
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has emphasised that traditional rulers remain essential pillars of nation-building and sound leadership.
Netzence, Ministry of Livestock Development detect rapid seasonal Methane spikes in iivestock systems
Nigeria is finally beginning to see what has long remained hidden behind estimatesand assumptions: how livestock methane emissions behave across regions,production systems, and seasons. Preliminary field data emerging from an ongoing national monitoring programme led by Netzence Sustainability Limited (Netzence), inpartnership with 3logy Limited and the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development(FMLD), shows measurable seasonal and […]
Naira now N1,450/$ in parallel market
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,450 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,455 per dollar on Tuesday.
How 2026 budget can realise lofty objectives — Report
A fresh report has submitted that 2026 budget’s effectiveness depends not only on its baseline assumptions but also on how well it manages risks.
VaB announces new single; ‘Screw Ya – Suya’
Multifaceted and fast-rising Afrobeats star VaB has announced the release of a brand-new single. The artist made the announcement via his social media platforms, confirming that the upcoming track is scheduled to drop on Friday, February 6, 2026. Ahead of the release, VaB teased a snippet of the song, sending fans into a frenzy of […]
FCTA to celebrate FCT @50 during Tinubu’s 3rd anniversary – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said the FCT administration will celebrate FCT at 50 during the third anniversary of President Bola Tinubu. Wike disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, during a meeting with members of staff of the FCT Administration as part of activities to celebrate the territory’s golden jubilee. […]
Weak institutions make Nigeria vulnerable to fraud, corruption – Don
By Marie-Therese Nanlong & Gilbert Joseph Jos – A University of Jos Don, Professor Yohanna Jugu has described institutional weakness and failure as cankerworms undermining the fight against corruption, cyber and electronic fraud, bribery and embezzlement in Nigeria. The Professor of Forensic Science and Auditing said manual falsification of records have evolved into digital manipulations […]
House Committee on Delegated Legislation pledges legislative support for tourism sector
The DG of NTDA, Dr. Awakan, expressed appreciation for the visit, emphasising that legislation remains the backbone of the Authority’s operations.
Union begs Aiyedatiwa to intervene in OSOPADEC festering crisis, salary delay
The Amalgamated Union of Public Corporation, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees (AUPCTRE), at the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), has pleaded with the state governor, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa to urgently wade into the allegation and counter allegation of diversion of funds meant for projects and delay in salary.
How fuel subsidy removal redefined ride-hailing survival in nigeria
By Dayo Oyinlola By 2026, ride-hailing in Nigeria has moved beyond being a convenience for a few urban professionals to becoming an essential layer of everyday mobility. In cities like Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, app-based transport now fills gaps left by overstretched public systems, connecting people to work, commerce and opportunity. Yet this growth […]
