Why agriculture must wear a new face — Xtralarge boss
By Cynthia Alo The Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, has called for a radical transformation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, urging stakeholders to “re-adorn” farming and reposition it as a profitable, modern enterprise capable of driving food security and economic growth. Speaking at the 2026 Vanguard Economic Discourse in Lagos, the agribusiness leader […]
Photos: Bode George, Igbinedion, Osunkeye, others bag Vanguard Lifetime Achievement Award
Chief Olabode Ibiyinka George, a retired Navy Commodore and political leader; Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion; Olusegun Osunkeye; and Vero Igbe received the Vanguard 2023 Lifetime Award.
Photos: Vanguard Personality of the Year Award 2023
Marking its 12th edition, the Vanguard Personality Awards is a platform that recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to national development.
Vanguard 2024 Economic Discourse: Innovative ideas’ll bring relief to Nigerians, strengthen economy — Editor
“There will emerge innovative ideas and recommendations on the most effective ways of bringing relief to Nigerians from the challenges confronting the nation’s economy.”
OLUSEGUN OSUNKEYE: Serving God, Country and Humanity
Born September 7, 1940 in Agege, Lagos, Osunkeye started life on the fast lane by gaining admission to King’s College (KC), Lagos in 1954…
Bode George: Old soldier, statesman
Chief Olabode Ibiyinka George, a retired Navy Commodore, and political leader, is a testament to that eternal remark.
Habeeb Okunola, The Impressive trajectory
While growing up, Okunola not only leveraged on sheer luck but also consolidated with his ability to work tirelessly believing in himself and his innate ability to bring fortune out of any misfortune.
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, making the impossible possible
Perhaps, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, current minister of interior, an accomplished business management and consulting executive with over seventeen years public and private sector experience in project and strategic management, may have read the book.
Allen Onyema, consistent trailblazer
With an eye on peace, his first love, Allen Onyema has used Air Peace to promote harmony and stability in Nigeria. In September 2019, he was instrumental to the evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa as a result of Xenophobic attacks.
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Why Ogbechie is Businessman of the Year
Dr. Ogbechie seats on the board of a number of companies operating in the financial services, oil and gas, agro-allied and real estate sectors.
Ayo Oritsejafor: An epitome of leadership
Since his conversion to Christianity in 1972 during an evangelical crusade in Sapele, Nigeria, Ayodele Joseph Oritsegbubemi Oritsejafor…
Komolafe: Enabling oil, gas businesses
The Commission Chief Executive, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, Gbenga Komolafe, is a thorough engineer, detailed lawyer and astute administrator.
Igbinedion accepts Vanguard’s lifetime achievement award
THE Esama of Benin, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion on Tuesday accepted his nomination by Vanguard Media Limited to be awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Tantita bags Vanguard Crude Oil Infrastructure Security 2023 Award
TANTITA Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL, a private pipeline security surveillance company operated by High Chief (Dr.) Government Ekpemupolo, a.k.a Tompolo, bagged Vanguard’s Crude Oil Infrastructure Security Award 2023.
Vanguard Personality of the Year: Adeleke, giant strides in infrastructure
When Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State took the oath of office on November 27, 2022, many thought he would fail to abide by his promise to chase out darkness from the State of the Living Spring.
