One of the greatest defining characteristics of the historic Kingdom of Benin, now the capital of Edo State, is the bronze casting tradition. Established in the 14th century by Oba Oguola and placed under the hereditary leadership of the IneN’Igun Eronmwon, the art of bronze casting helped the ancient kingdom to produce some of the finest bronze heads, many of which were allegedly carted away by the invading British colonial forces during the Benin expedition of 1897.

His letter to the ministers expressed appreciation for their contributions. He made them feel good about having served their fatherland. In fact, he commended them for their support and commitment to service.

THE deadly explosives used to disrupt the post-amnesty dialogue of the Vanguard Newspapers, Monday, in Warri, Delta State are dynamite, fitted with volatile gadgets that exploded upon vibrations, following calls made to the SIM Cards in the devices by militants, conscripted for the purpose.

A number of senators last Wednesday condemned the bomb blasts that rocked Vanguard organised post amnesty dialogue in Warri last

A call from the Deputy Editor, Saturday Vanguard, Chioma Gabriel, changed my entire Thursday routine. Ordinarily, as a journalist, I would resume duty as early as possible especially as Thursdays are hectic production days.