FCCPC orders withdrawal of goods with incomplete labels
…Warns manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers against regulatory sanctions ABUJA — The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers to immediately withdraw consumer goods that do not comply with mandatory product labelling requirements. The Commission issued the directive in a public advisory published on its official X handle on […]
“The Vanguard Chronology at 40…” book, a celebration of Uncle Sam’s legacy — Alumni Chair
He said the idea for the book emerged when former Vanguard staff members decided to document and bring together their experiences at the organisation.
Tennis star Kyrgios suspended after failing cocaine test, admits ‘huge mistake’
The 31-year-old, who reached the final at Wimbledon in 2022, failed a doping test during an ATP event in Mallorca on June 22.
Photos: Osoba, Amaechi, other dignitaries grace Vanguard 40th anniversary book launch
Prominent Nigerians, media executives and other dignitaries have gathered in Lagos for the launch of a book commemorating the 40th anniversary of Vanguard Newspapers and a reunion of former and current members of the Vanguard family.
I never cheated on or abused Bella, BBNaija’s Sheggz confirms breakup
Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, Segun Olusemo, popularly known as Sheggz, has confirmed that his relationship with fellow reality TV star Bella Okagbue ended in January 2026.
Concerned Citizens Assembly demands 17 autonomous regions, 80% revenue retention
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Concerned Citizens Assembly has called for the restructuring of Nigeria into 17 autonomous regions with greater control over their resources, security and internal affairs, including the retention of 80 per cent of revenues generated within their territories. The group made the demand in a communiqué issued on Wednesday at […]
Nigerian-born scholar Brendan Amadi wins Southern African Times Award
LAGOS — Nigerian-born scholar, writer and researcher, Brendan Amadi, has been named recipient of the Southern African Times 2026 Editorial Recognition of the Year Award. The award, the publication’s highest annual editorial distinction, recognises exceptional contributions to public discourse, intellectual engagement, professional excellence and thought leadership across Africa and the global African diaspora. Amadi emerged […]
No visa restrictions on Nigerians – South African envoy
The South African Consulate in Lagos has dismissed reports that the mission has stopped issuing visas to Nigerians on the basis of anti-migrant protests in South Africa.
Umuchieze preserves community heritage in Arctic archive, sets precedent for African communities
The Umuchieze community in Ahiazu Mbaise Imo State has become the first community to preserve its documentary heritage in the Arctic World Archive (AWA) in Svalbard, Norway, in a move described as a significant step towards securing African cultural memory for future generations. The milestone was marked on 26 July 2026 with the presentation of […]
2027 Presidential Campaign: Nigeria must move beyond rhetoric to candidates ready to serve — Ijebor
ABUJA — As campaigns for the 2027 presidential election officially commence, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Engr. Anselm Ijebor, has urged Nigerians to critically scrutinise the records, policies and programmes of candidates seeking elective offices. Ijebor also advocated intensified tracking of the records of politicians seeking public office, saying the 2027 presidential […]
Shagari commends Sokoto govt’s subsidised grain sales
Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Barrister Mukhtar Shehu Shagari, has commended the Sokoto State Government for sustaining the statewide distribution and sale of grains at subsidised rates, describing the initiative as a timely and strategic response to the economic hardship confronting households across the country. In a statement signed and made available to journalists […]
