Investor seeks state of emergency in education over moral decline
Housing invesror, My-ACE China, has called for the declaration of a state of emergency in Nigeria's education sector, saying the collapse of morality in schools is producing graduates unfit for society and the workplace.
Measures to tackle security challenges in Southeast Nigeria
When political actors resort to violence to settle disagreements, they undermine the very democratic system they claim to defend
Lagos–Calabar coastal highway already beyond Lagos, Presidency replies Duke
The Presidency on Wednesday dismissed criticism from the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) presidential candidate, Mr. Donald Duke, that the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway would not extend beyond Epe in Lagos State, saying the project has already reached Ogun State.
Abuja experiences earth tremor again, as Alake calms residents
Thw Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Tuesday, again experienced a 1-kilometre depth of earth tremor shaking several buildings and spread across a distance of four kilometres in five seconds.
NAICOM revokes Nigeria Reinsurance’s licence, appoints Muiz Banire as receiver/liquidator
By Innocent Anaba The National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, has revoked the operating licence of Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation over its failure to meet the statutory Minimum Capital Requirement, MCR, and appointed Dr. Muiz Banire, SAN, as Receiver/Provisional Liquidator to wind up the company’s affairs.The appointment took effect on August 3, 2026, following the cancellation of the […]
Canada PM Carney says has no confidence in FIFA’s Infantino
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, whose country co-hosted the 2026 World Cup, joined Wednesday an international chorus of criticism of Gianni Infantino, saying he no longer had confidence in his ability to lead FIFA.
Tinubu lauds rescue of 308 kidnap victims in Kwara, Niger
President Bola Tinubu has warmly welcomed the successful rescue of 308 Nigerian citizens who were abducted in different attacks in Niger and Kwara states.
Infantino offers Morocco World Cup final in exchange for support
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is reportedly attempting to secure Morocco’s backing amid mounting pressure over his leadership and the collapse of a controversial plan involving private investment in World Cup commercial rights.
Newcastle appoint Jaissle as new head coach
Newcastle have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach following Eddie Howe’s departure, the English Premier League club announced Wednesday. The 38-year-old Jaissle, a former Germany Under-21 international, was previously in charge of Saudi side Al-Ahli but has no prior experience of managing a top-flight club. “It is an incredible honour to become head […]
NIS dispels fears, says passport processing continues nationwide
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Nigeria Immigration Service NIS has assured Nigerians that the ongoing centralisation of passport booklet production will not disrupt passport processing and issuance at any of its offices across the country or at Nigerian embassies and consulates abroad. The clarification was contained in a statement on Wednesday night by the Service […]
Osun Election: Accord accuses EFCC of freezing state accounts for APC’s benefit
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Accord Party has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of freezing Osun State Government accounts in an alleged attempt to influence the outcome of the August 15 governorship election in favour of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The party, which threatened legal action over the development, said […]
2027: Don’t wait for power, fight for it, Anenih tells women
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Former Minister of Women Affairs, Iyom Josephine Anenih, has urged Nigerian women to stop waiting for political opportunities to be handed to them, insisting that political power is won through organisation, negotiation and persistence. Anenih spoke on Wednesday at a roundtable discussion on “Advancing Women’s Visibility and Political Representation” organised […]
Abuja becoming Nigeria’s most investor-friendly business environment – Wike
Represented by the FCT Minister of State, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, the minister declared that Abuja is fully open for credible local and international investment.
Panic in Benue community as residents raise alarm over armed herders’ sighting
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Residents of Borikyo community in Ukum Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State have raised the alarm over the reported movement of suspected armed herders in parts of the area, calling on security agencies to urgently intervene to prevent a possible attack. The residents alleged that the suspected armed men were […]
FG orders crackdown on assaults against health workers after 18 attacks
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government has ordered the immediate implementation of measures to protect health workers nationwide following revelations that at least 18 cases of assault, intimidation and harassment were recorded across federal tertiary health institutions within the past year. The directive followed the submission of the report of the Ministerial Committee on […]
Army arrests two soldiers over unauthorised deployment at Peller, Jarvis’ wedding
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Army has arrested two serving soldiers over their alleged involvement in an unauthorised deployment during the wedding ceremony of Nigerian content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and TikTok personality, Jarvis, in Lekki, Lagos State. Sources who confirmed the development to Vanguard said the arrests followed credible intelligence indicating […]
