By Dickson Omobola Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, Wednesday, disclosed that the pilot-in-command of the aircraft that landed on a road in Delta State has been banned from operating in the Nigerian airspace until investigation is completed. In June, a private jet with registration number N989BC and operated by VMO Aero Ltd landed on a […]

More than 2,000 Ebola cases, including 754 deaths, have been recorded in the DR Congo, where the World Health Organization warns the outbreak may be two to four times larger than official figures suggest.

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Senate on Wednesday approved a ₦50 million donation to the families of five Nigerians who lost their lives during the rescue operation that freed schoolchildren abducted in Oyo State after 56 days in captivity. The resolution followed a proposal by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, during […]

By Dickson Omobola ValueJet has concluded plans to introduce Boeing aircraft into its fleet as part of efforts to expand capacity and enhance operational efficiency. The introduction of the Boeing aircraft would represent the next phase in ValueJet’s evolution, having commenced commercial operations with fleet of CRJ aircraft. The introduction of the Boeing 737 will […]

…Threatens July 30 shutdown, says legislators must not seek lifetime benefits while pensioners suffer By Golok Nanmwa JOS – The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, in Plateau State has announced plans to picket the Plateau State House of Assembly on July 30 over the proposed bill seeking pension and retirement benefits for members of the legislature. […]

The Federal Government on Wednesday concluded its evacuation of Nigerians affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with the arrival of the final repatriation flight carrying 308 returnees.

Craig Foreman and his wife Lindsay were detained while travelling in Iran during a round-the-world motorbike trip at the start of 2025.

The United States launched a wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, after it reimposed a naval blockade in a return to war between the two foes.

By John Alechenu ABUJA — The Labour Party (LP) has denied reports alleging that it failed to upload the names of its presidential and vice-presidential candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) before the close of the nomination portal for the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday, the party’s […]

“For every successful operation that you see, more than five to 10 such operations must have been foiled. These are no easy successes to achieve.”

By Stephanie ShaakaaFrance did not lose because they lacked attacking talent. They lost because Spain seized the centre of the pitch and never truly released it. Rodri, Fabián Ruiz and Dani Olmo controlled the rhythm, resisted pressure and repeatedly launched attacks, while France’s celebrated forwards were left isolated. Tchouaméni and Rabiot were overwhelmed, and once […]

“We have to forgive ourselves. We have to work together as a family. The South-East has been our ally and our friends over the years,” he said.

In a statement issued by Mr. Yabo and made available to Vanguard on the update surrounding the petitions, the organisation said claims suggesting that Governor Makinde initiated an appeal to the United Nations for an investigation into the abduction were inaccurate and required clarification.

…Launches nationwide digital birth, death registration platform By Folarin Kehinde ABUJA — The National Population Commission (NPC) has disclosed that although Nigeria records an estimated five million births annually, millions of births and deaths still go unregistered, with birth registration coverage standing at about 57 per cent and death registration below 20 per cent nationwide. […]

It marks the second consecutive World Cup the three-time African champions will miss, having also failed to qualify for Qatar 2022.