Ondo Attorney General, Ajulo, affirms Eba Island belongs to state after UK archive findings
—-Says colonial records, maps, treaties point to Ondo …Federal recognition, local administration back Ondo claim By Dayo Johnson Akure The Attorney General AG and Commissioner for Justice of Ondo State, Dr Olukayode Ajulo (SAN), has presented historical, legal and geographical evidence to counter recent claims by Ogun State government on the ownership of Eba Island. […]
Military dislodge terrorists, liberate Alkaleri communities in Bauchi, recover AK-47
Troops of the 3 Division Nigerian Army have successfully dislodged armed terrorists from Mansur Village and surrounding settlements in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, recovering an AK-47 rifle in a major operational breakthrough under Operation BUGUN KARKANDA III.
Countries with the smallest oil refineries in the world
In 2026, these small-scale facilities are more critical than ever, providing energy sovereignty to landlocked nations and remote regions.
First Lady challenges Governors’ Wives to empower grassroots
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA—The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday issued a stern call to action at the first quarter meeting of state first ladies and Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) coordinators. She demanded they prove their mettle amid national challenges or forfeit the prestigious title of “First Lady”. Senator Tinubu urged state first ladies […]
Seven countries to boycott Paralympics ceremony over Russia – Organisers
Organisers of the Milan-Cortina Paralympics confirmed on Thursday that seven countries will boycott the opening ceremony in protest at Russian athletes being allowed to compete under their own flag for the first time since 2014.
Kwara Court sentences two bandits to death by hanging
The Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin on Thursday sentenced two bandits, Abubakar Sodiki and Abubakar Mohammed, to death by hanging for armed robbery.
Reps Committee to probe procurement, project implementation at Disability Commission
The House of Representatives Committee on Disability has announced plans to investigate procurement processes and project implementation at the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) following concerns raised by stakeholders.
Imo PDP dismisses defections: “We’re better off without you”
The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has downplayed the recent defection of some of its members to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the party remains strong and united.
Airport cashless policy not suspended, implementation to be improved — FAAN
Meanwhile, when Vanguard visited the Murtala Muhammed Airport toll gate on Thursday, it was observed that the gates were unmanned.
Banned players gain small CAS win in Malaysian passport scandal
Seven players banned for falsifying documents to play for Malaysia had their punishments slightly reduced on Thursday by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), but the country’s football association lost its appeal.
10 Middle East countries with most powerful navies in 2026
In 2026, the maritime landscape of the Middle East is defined by a massive shift from “coastal defence” to “blue-water power projection.”
