Act before Muslims run out of patience, NSCIA tells FG
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, has warned the Federal Government and security agencies to act before Muslims ‘run out of patience’, saying persistent attacks, profiling and marginalisation of the faith and its adherents could deepen religious tensions. The council said Muslims had deliberately responded with restraint despite […]
Igbo Leaders of Thought rejects handover of Enugu airport to private company
We will not allow this injustice to Ndigbo by the Tinubu Government to stand Warns that withdrawal of Federal Government funding would compromise the standard of the airport By Anayo Okoli ENUGU -Igbo Leaders of Thought (ILT), a group of prominent Igbo intellectuals, traditional rulers and stakeholders, has totally rejected the transfer of the management […]
Five years after COVID, open defecation returns with vengeance in Cross River
“Dem go jail us tire,” a resident told Vanguard, cigarette in hand while squatting near his house. “Do they know the cost of building a toilet?”
World Cup: Chelle reveals two matches that made Super Eagles fail to qualify
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has pointed to two specific 2026 World Cup qualifying fixtures that ultimately doomed Nigeria’s campaign and sealed their failure to qualify for the tournament.
ASUU tackles Soludo, Uzodinma over non-implementation of 2025 FG agreement
The Owerri Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has accused the governors of Anambra and Imo states, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo and Senator Hope Uzodinma, of failing to implement the 2025 Federal Government/ASUU agreement aimed at improving lecturers’ welfare and the quality of university education.
Ebonyi Governor Nwifuru reshuffles cabinet
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has made a major cabinet reshuffle, with several commissioners redeployed to new ministries in a move aimed at strengthening governance and consolidating of his achievements in the last three years in the office. The Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Barr. Ikeuwa Omebeh who announced the […]
Political Violence: Police arrest suspect over teenager’s murder in Osun
…Suspect denies involvement, alleges frame-up By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Osun State Police Command has arrested Kareem Saheed, popularly known as “Tanfiani,” over the alleged murder of 14-year-old Olapade Ezekiel during a political clash in Ilobu, Irepodun Local Government Area of the state. The victim was reportedly killed during a confrontation between supporters of the […]
‘I wanted to be a Catholic priest as a child’ – Cubana Chief Priest
Nigerian socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, famously known as Cubana Chief Priest, recently offered followers a rare glimpse into his formative years by sharing a throwback photo from his days as a junior seminarian.
Any government that ignores employers can’t fully understand economy — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said no government can fully understand the economy without maintaining regular engagement with employers and the private sector.
Man arrested in Zimbabwe over recruitment for Russian army
The 36-year-old suspect was arrested while escorting one recruit to a bus terminus in Harare for a journey through South Africa to Russia, according to court documents.
Drug War: Marwa launches weapons training for NDLEA officers, inducts AK-47 rifles after 36 years
…Commends Tinubu for boosting agency’s operational capacity By Kingsley Omonobi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has commenced the formal induction of AK-47 rifles and advanced pistols into its operational framework as part of efforts to strengthen its tactical capacity against increasingly violent drug trafficking syndicates. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Brig.-Gen. […]
