Troops neutralise two gunmen in Plateau ambush, recover weapons
By Golok Nanmwa, JOS Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have neutralised two armed gunmen during a successful ambush operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation was carried out on Tuesday near Doruwa Babuje in the Marit general area following credible intelligence on the movement of suspected criminals in the area. […]
Firm urges lenient tax regime to expand clean water access
By Dickson Omobola Private firm, Langovest Limited, has urged government to adopt a more lenient tax regime for organisations involved in providing free and safe drinking water to Nigerians, saying such support would help expand access across the country. The firm also called for improved access to potable water, saying well-meaning individuals and private organisations […]
Vanguard Economic Discourse: Food system under stress, livestock key to reform — FG
The Federal Government has raised concerns over growing pressure on Nigeria’s food system, warning that food insecurity and inflation continue to threaten national stability.
Oil-rich communities remain poorest despite decades of extraction — Igbuzor
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja Despite generating billions in oil revenues over decades, Nigeria’s oil-producing communities, particularly in the Niger Delta, remain among the poorest and most deprived, a development expert, Dr Otive Igbuzor, has said. Speaking at the Resource Justice Network (RJN) strategy launch in Abuja, Igbuzor described the situation as a “paradox of wealth […]
CIMS ‘ll revolutionize correctional facilities, better manage inmates – PPDC
…builds capacity of correctional officers By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – AS prison congestion and awaiting trial continue to persist in the nation’s justice system, the Public and Private Development Centre, PPDC, has expressed optimism that with the deployment of Corrections Information Management System, CIMS, correctional facilities will be revolutionized and also boost inmate management. Speaking […]
‘No woman caused it, betrayal did’ — Peter Psquare on family feud
“None of us were even married 20-something years ago when this whole betrayal and stealing started! I said what I said.”
PDP Crisis: S-Court reserves judgment in appeal to validate Turaki-led faction
The Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved its judgment on an appeal seeking validation of the outcome of the national convention held by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025.
Tinubu makes new appointments in education sector, names Modupe Adelabu as NECO board Chairman
-PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has made new appointments for the National Examination Council (NECO), the National Board of Technical Education (NBTE), the Federal Polytechnic in N’yak Shendam, Plateau State, and the National Library of Nigeria, all institutions under the Federal Ministry of Education.
Vanguard Economic Discourse: Economy not working if Nigerians can’t feed well — Eze Anaba
The Editor of Vanguard Newspapers, Eze Anaba, has said Nigeria’s economic performance cannot be meaningfully assessed without considering the ability of citizens to access adequate food.
CBN warns public over fraudulent messages targeting bank accounts
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has alerted the public to a rise in fraudulent messages, emails, and online communications aimed at gaining unauthorized access to personal bank accounts. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, the apex bank said the fake messages are […]
Benue stakeholders suspend Vandeikya APC executives over alleged power abuse
The stakehokders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Vandeikya Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State have declared the indefinite suspension of key executives, including the party’s Local Government Chairman, Mr. Felix Ukange for alleged anti-party activities and abuse of power.
