Parents block KC old boys over concession
By Adesina Wahab LAGOS — Aggrieved parents on Tuesday prevented members of the King’s College Old Boys Association from entering the school premises in Lagos amid growing controversy over the Federal Government’s decision to concession the institution to the association. The parents, who gathered at the main gate of the college, formed a human barricade […]
I won’t contest presidency again after 2027 – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt to become Nigeria’s president, ruling out any plan to contest the office again in 2031.
Accolades for Vanguard, Uncle Sam as ex-staff launch book, reunite, plan media library
Former staff of Vanguard Media Limited, the publishers of Vanguard Newspapers, yesterday converged on Lagos to launch a book detailing their experiences while they worked with the media outfit.
83 Nigerians return from South Africa
Eighty-three Nigerians have returned to the country from South Africa following a repatriation exercise facilitated by private individuals.
Tinubu appoints Enitan new head of civil service
ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF), effective August 27, 2026. The appointment was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on his X platform on Wednesday. Enitan succeeds Mrs Didi Esther […]
IBB, Nwachukwu, Osoba, others pay tributes to Sam Amuka at Vanguard 40th anniversary book launch
“I salute a national icon. We are not marking another year but celebrating a monumental year,” Babangida said.
Photos: Osoba, Amaechi, other dignitaries grace Vanguard 40th anniversary book launch
Prominent Nigerians, media executives and other dignitaries have gathered in Lagos for the launch of a book commemorating the 40th anniversary of Vanguard Newspapers and a reunion of former and current members of the Vanguard family.
24 killed, many injured in fresh Plateau attack
JOS—No fewer than 24 persons have been killed and several others injured following gunmen attack on Binper community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
IBB, IGP, Ike Nwachukwu, Osoba, Obaigbena, others for ‘Vanguard at 40’ book launch
Former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, retd, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ex-Minister of External Affairs, General Ike Nwachukwu, retd., and former Ogun State governor, Chief Segun Osoba and Publisher of ThisDay/Arise Media, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, are among the eminent Nigerians expected at the 40th anniversary book launch and reunion of Vanguard Newspapers. The […]
Tinubu allowed free, fair election that gave Adeleke Osun victory – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has said Governor Ademola Adeleke won the August 15 Osun State governorship election because President Bola Tinubu allowed the poll to be free and fair.
2Baba’s wife Natasha emerges Edo Assembly Minority Leader
Natasha Osawaru, wife of Nigerian music star Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, has been appointed Minority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly.
Osun Election: ‘When they lose, FG manipulated; but when they win…’ – Wike
“To remove a government, you need a strong, vibrant opposition that has spent over four years planning, not one that is constantly looking for a party to join”
I support APC’s decision to review Osun election – Oyebamiji
The candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Saturday’s governorship election in Osun, Bola Oyebamiji, has said the party had hoped for a different outcome in the election.
Over 20 killed, many injured in fresh Plateau attack
The attack, according to residents, occurred between midnight on Monday and the early hours of Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Xenophobia: FG to evacuate 83 Nigerians from South Africa
The Federal Government has announced the evacuation of another 83 Nigerians from South Africa, with the returnees expected to arrive the Murtala Mohammed…
Osun poll: APC claims internal wrangling caused defeat — Says party took Adeleke for granted
THE All Progressives Congress, APC, has admitted that internal wrangling, disagreement over its candidate and complacency contributed to its defeat in the 2026 Osun State governorship election, describing the outcome as a wake-up call ahead of the 2027 general election.
