Born on March 22, 1946, in the vibrant city of Warri, Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Cecilia Ibru emerged from a noble family background yet embodied the rugged spirit synonymous with her hometown.

There is a timeless saying that standing for the truth—especially when it is unpopular—is the clearest proof of integrity and moral courage.

While strengthening preparedness systems, NEMA has also demonstrated improved responsiveness during crises.

When Matthew Hassan Kukah mounts the podium to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Vanguard Media Limited Personality of the Year Awards,

Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari’s tenure as Group Chief Executive Officer and Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) represents a defining chapter in Nigeria’s energy reform journey.

His reform agenda has focused not only on strengthening national security frameworks but also on improving service delivery to millions of Nigerians at home and abroad.

The honour reflects not only his business success, but also the tangible relief his company’s pricing strategy has delivered to millions of Nigerians.

Adegunwa has a first degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in International Business from Birmingham City University and the University of Bristol, respectively.

This quote aptly describes Dr. Osahon Okunbo, Vanguard’s 2025 Young Entrepreneur Awardee. A visionary whose work defies simple categorization, Dr. Okunbo moves…

Dr Stephen Akintayo’s nomination for Vanguard’s Real Estate Icon of the Year is anchored on a career defined by scale, global reach, intellectual depth and measurable impact in real estate development and investment education.