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Sayo Ojefeitimi celebrates 25 years of milestone in career
Photos: Okoya’s daughter set to marry ex-diplomat’s son
WHO approves first malaria treatment for infants
Naira appreciates to N1,380/$ in parallel market
US freezes $344m in cryptocurrency linked to Iran
Trump Justice Dept adds firing squads for federal executions
Growing data demand driving network quality issues — NCC
Court adjourns Yahaya Bello money laundering trial to May 6
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SubscribePolice confirm abduction of medical doctor in Niger
The Niger Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Dr Tony Eghagagara, the Head of the Medical Services, General Hospital, New Bussa in Borgu Local Government Area (LGA).
Kukah, Ovia, Bucknor-Akerele, others win Vanguard Lifetime Achievement Award
Ex-governor of old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo; Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah; Founder & Chairman, Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia; Renowned Artist & Sculptor, Bruce Onobrakpeya; Former CEO · O`ceanic Bank International Plc, Mrs. Cecilia Ibru, have been honoured with the 2024 Vanguard Lifetime Achievement Award.
Trump spokeswoman announces maternity leave
Combative White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said Friday she will be going on maternity leave ahead of the birth of her second child but did not name a stand-in.
Photos: Red carpet moments as governors, dignitaries grace Vanguard Personality Awards
The prestigious Vanguard Personality of the Year Awards, a celebration of outstanding Nigerians across various sectors, is currently underway, with the atmosphere at the venue buzzing with excitement. As the evening unfolds at Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos—the stunning venue for the event—governors, dignitaries, and guests have continued to arrive, their impeccable […]
Trump Justice Dept adds firing squads for federal executions
The Trump Justice Department said Friday it is seeking to expand the use of the death penalty in federal capital cases and add the firing squad, electrocution and gas to lethal injection as methods of execution.
French teen gets 15-year jail term for killing teacher
A French court on Friday sentenced a former high school student to 15 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of his Spanish teacher in 2023.
Vanguard Personality Awards venue dazzles in first look
The stage design reflected a blend of sophistication and modern visual artistry, setting the tone for a memorable evening.
Makoko demolition: Court adjourns Soweto, Frank’s case to May 8
The items, a generator, DJ equipment, first aid box, bags containing cash and flight tickets, were confiscated during the January 28 protest
NCoS warns inmates against escape, enforces savings plan
Nwakuche issued the warning on Friday at the Dukpa Farm Centre in Gwagwalada, Abuja, during his address to inmates at the inauguration of the 2026 farming season.
Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury
Two-time reigning French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Friday he will not play at this year’s tournament as he recovers from a wrist injury.
Ohiri vs Umahi: Court fixes April 29 for arraignment
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday fixed April 29 for the arraignment of a woman, Tracynither Ohiri, for allegedly cyberstalking the Minister of Works, David Umahi.
Tinubu swears-in new housing minister Muttaqha Darma
President Bola Tinubu on Friday administered the oath of office to Dr Muttaqha Rabe Darma from Katsina State as the new minister of housing and urban development, following his Senate clearance.
FG cautions Nigerians in South Africa, as xenophobic protests spread
Ambassador Bianca Onoh, is actively engaging with her South African counterpart as part of diplomatic efforts
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Canada’s home dream and defining moment
Drawn in Group B alongside Switzerland, Qatar and Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada face a balanced but challenging path to the knockout rounds.
FG raises civil servants’ allowances, welfare and exit packages
FG has increased peculiar allowances, welfare benefits and exit packages for civil servants
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