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• Dangote vows to make Nigeria self-sufficient in cement, petroleum, agriculture

  06-04-2025 23:53 via vanguardngr.com
  Dangote Industries Ltd. has reaffirmed its commitment to making Nigeria self-sufficient in key sectors such as cement production, agriculture, mining, and petroleum refining.Dr. Abayomi Shittu, Regional Sales Director (Southeast) of Dangote Cement, made the pledge during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday at the ongoing 36th Enugu International Trade Fair.“Dangote Industries Ltd. operates across several sectors including cement, sugar, salt, poly products, real e
  
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• FCT residents decry discriminatory power supply, demand equal treatment for all electricity bands

  06-04-2025 23:50 via vanguardngr.com
  Electricity consumers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under Bands B to E have alleged discriminatory treatment by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), accusing the utility of prioritizing customers on Band A while neglecting others.Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, residents lamented erratic power supply to their homes and business premises, describing the situation as deeply unfair and detrimental to their livelihoods.Mr. Moses Omoruyi, a res
  
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• 40 killed, 383 houses razed in Plateau attack as over 1,000 displaced

  06-04-2025 23:43 via vanguardngr.com
  At least 40 people were killed and more than 1,000 displaced in a brutal attack on Hurti and other communities in the Manguna District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau State.The village head of Hurti, Mr. Maren Aradong, disclosed the figures on Sunday when the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Samuel Jatau, led a government delegation on an assessment visit to the affected areas.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the attack, which occurred on April 2, also affected
  
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• Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway designed to withstand flood for 50 years – FG

  06-04-2025 23:37 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project is being constructed with cutting-edge engineering standards that will enable it to withstand flooding for the next 50 years.The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave this assurance during a stakeholder engagement on Section 2 of the ambitious highway project, held on Sunday in Lagos.“We will make sure that our pavement level is going to counter any climate change,” Umahi stated
  
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• Vigilante members ambush bandits, kill 30 in Zamfara

  06-04-2025 23:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Idris Salisu, GusauAt least 30 armed bandits have been killed in an ambush carried out by local vigilante members in the Dansadau district of Maru Local Government Area, Zamfara State.The operation, which occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, was confirmed by intelligence sources quoted by counter-terrorism expert Zagazola Makama. The bandits were reportedly on their way to launch an attack on a nearby village when they were intercepted by members of the local vigilante group known
  
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• Lakurawa kill 13 vigilantes in latest attack in Kebbi

  06-04-2025 22:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna AliyuGunmen suspected to be Lakurawa on Sunday attacked Morai village under Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing at least thirteen vigilante members.According to our source, one Alhaji Augie revealed that the vigilante members took cover under shrubs when they got wind of the impending attack by the terrorist who came and made away with a herd of cattle.Upon seeing them with cattle, the vigilante launched an attack on them with a view to seize the cattle and repel the a
  
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• Atedo Peterside lauds police for withdrawing invitation to Emir Sanusi

  06-04-2025 22:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nwafor SundayRenowned businessman and founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank, Atedo Peterside, has commended the Nigeria Police Force for withdrawing its invitation to Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Sanusi, in connection with a recent Sallah Day incident in Kano State.Peterside, who had earlier criticized the move as unnecessary and potentially harassing, expressed relief that the police eventually allowed “common sense to prevail.”“I wish to commend the Police for allowing common sense
  
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• Experts predict petrol price reduction as oil prices hover at $65 per barrel

  06-04-2025 22:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Udeme AkpanThere are indications that major players in Nigeria’s downstream sector would announce a reduction in the prices of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol, this week as the price of Brent dropped to $65 per barrel from $69.90 per barrel in the global market.The price of Brent is used to benchmark the prices of other crudes, including Nigeria’s Bonny Light.Yesterday, in an interview with Vanguard, the Chairman of the Lagos State Chapter of Petroleum Products Re
  
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• It's mischievous - Police warn against planned nationwide protest on Monday

  06-04-2025 22:16
  
  The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a stern warning against a planned nationwide protest on April 7, 2025, which coincides with the National Police Day celebration. The Take-It-Back (TIB) movement, led by national coordinator Juwon Sanyaolu, had announced plans for the protest. They cited demands for the repeal of the Cybercrime Act and the end of emergency rule in Rivers State, which they described as “a form of military dictatorship” under President Bola Tinubu’s admini
  
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• Over 50 countries in touch with US to negotiate tariffs, Trump officials say

  06-04-2025 22:13 via vanguardngr.com
  More than 50 countries have sought talks with President Donald Trump in a scramble to ease punishing tariffs on exports to the United States, the White House said Sunday, as trade partners braced for further fallout.The Republican has remained defiant since unleashing the blitz of tariffs on stunned countries around the world Wednesday, insisting that his policies “will never change” even as markets went into a tailspin.He took to the golf course Sunday, according to his own post on
  
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• Imo NBA backs Uzodimma’s appointment of Justice Nzeukwu as acting chief judge

  06-04-2025 22:07 via vanguardngr.com
  OWERRI — The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Imo State has thrown its weight behind the recent appointment of Hon. Justice Theophilus Nnamdi Nzeukwu as the Acting Chief Judge of the state, describing it as lawful, well-informed, and consistent with constitutional provisions.Speaking at a press conference held in Owerri on Sunday, chairmen of four out of the five NBA branches in the state commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for appointing the most senior judge in the state judiciary to the
  
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• Real Madrid to be without six players ahead of Arsenal clash

  06-04-2025 21:43 via vanguardngr.com
  Real Madrid will travel to London without six key players for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal on Tuesday night, dealing a significant blow to their ambitions in the competition.Among those ruled out are midfielders Aurelien Tchouaméni and Dani Ceballos, defenders Éder Militao, Dani Carvajal, and Ferland Mendy, as well as goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.
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• NDLEA arrests brothers while attempting to traffic 5kg of cocaine to India

  06-04-2025 21:21
  
  The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two brothers: John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, with 5kg of cocaine. Femi Babafemi, Director of Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja that the drug was concealed in the walls of their suitcases. He said that operatives of the NDLEA Special Operations Unit arrested the two brothers while attempting to board a flight to India. Babaf
  
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• Kano Eid-el-fitr Killing: Police withdraws invitation letter to Emir Sanusi

  06-04-2025 21:19 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn its earlier invitation extended to Alhaji Aminu Sanusi in connection with the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025.The invitation was initially issued to enable Alhaji Sanusi to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and order in the state.A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi said, “However, following advice from res
  
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• Ugwuanyi, Ikpeazu, Shehu Sani, others screened for ambassadorial appointments

  06-04-2025 21:15 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Government has commenced the screening process for candidates nominated for diplomatic roles in a bid to fill the vacant roles for its 76 embassies and 22 high commissions.
  Nominees have been asked to report to the DSS offices nearest to them for security checks. Some have reportedly been contacted to provide personal education and work history.
  A reliable source disclosed to Vanguard that two former south-eastern governors, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and Okezie Ikpeazu, have been screened for
  
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• NDLEA arrests 75-year-old grandpa with skunk in Abia

  06-04-2025 21:12
  
  The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 75-year-old, Felix Nnanna, with 1.6kg of skunk, a strain of cannabis. Nnana was arrested during a raid at Umunteke Asa, Ukwa West Local Government Area (LGA) in Abia. A statement by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, on Sunday in Abuja said that the suspect was nabbed on Saturday, April 5. According to Babafemi, another suspect, David Chinemerem, 21, was also arrested with 2,050 ampoules of pentaz
  
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• 15 injured in Lagos gas explosion

  06-04-2025 21:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniAt least 15 people sustained varying degrees of burn injuries on Sunday following a gas explosion at No. 12 Amosu Street, Ijora Badia, in the Apapa Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State.The explosion, which occurred around 5:00 p.m., was triggered by a 25-kilogram gas cylinder inside a mini shop. The shop was one of five located within a bungalow housing 15 self-contained rooms and seven other shops.An eyewitness, Kabiru Ahmed, said the blast caused sig
  
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• Sen Kalu demands swift prosecution of killers of Chinese expatriates, police officer in Abia

  06-04-2025 21:05 via vanguardngr.com
  The Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) and Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on the Inspector General of Police and the Abia State Government to ensure the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the killing of two Chinese expatriates and a police inspector in Isuikwuato, Abia State.The victims were reportedly ambushed by gunmen while being transported to a mining site in the area.In a statement is
  
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• We're in consultation with the US - FG reacts to Trump's 14% tariff on Nigerian exports

  06-04-2025 21:04
  
  The Federal Government has acknowledged the recent tariff measures announced by the U.S. Government, including imposing a 14 per cent tariff on Nigerian exports. This is contained in a statement signed by Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, on Sunday in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the U.S. President, Donald Trump, announced that Nigerian exports to the U.S. will now be subjected to a 14 percent tariff. The decision was made during a ‘Make
  
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• Natasha given 7 days to produce evidence of Akpabio's assassination attempt

  06-04-2025 20:55
  
  A Public Accountability and Governance Advocacy Group, the Executive Watchdog, has given Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan a seven-day ultimatum to provide evidence of the assassination attempt brought against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The group, in a statement issued by its spokesman, Fidelis Ella, on Sunday in Abuja, urged security agencies to arrest Akpoti-Uduaghan if she failed to produce the evidence within seven days. The group described the assassination claim as “reckless, u
  
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• FG declares bridge emergency, to deploy robotic machines for inspection

  06-04-2025 20:50
  
  The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, announced on Sunday that the Federal Government is planning to deploy robotic machines for underwater inspection of bridges nationwide. At a stakeholders' engagement on Section 2 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, Umahi said that the move was to reduce the cost of hiring divers for underwater assessments. He said, “We are going to locate a robotic machine that will be able to do the diving and allow us to see everything happening under the
  
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• U.S. tariff imposition may disrupt Nigeria’s non-oil exports – Minister

  06-04-2025 20:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nkiruka NnoromThe Federal Government has said that the 14 percent reciprocal tariffs imposed on Nigeria by US President, Donald Trump, has the potential of adversely impacting on Nigeria’s oil and non-oil exports.The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, stated in a statement, saying that the development could potentially disrupt trade relations and undermine the competitiveness of Nigerian products in the US market, especially in sectors reliant on market acc
  
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• Tinubu commended for appointing Bagudu to coordinate Nigeria’s economic planning

  06-04-2025 20:49 via vanguardngr.com
  President Bola Tinubu has been applauded for saddling Atiku Bagudu with the responsibility of coordinating Nigeria’s economic planning as Minister of Budget and Economic Planning.The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) praised the President in a statement issued on Sunday by Dr Tola Gold Anthony, its Executive Director of the Centre said Bagudu’s leadership has injected coherence, strategic depth, and clear policy direction into Nigeria’s developmen
  
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• Plateau Killings: Arewa group demands compensation for victims

  06-04-2025 20:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKaduna – The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has condemned the recent killings in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State and called for immediate compensation for the victims and their families.Describing the attack as a “senseless act of violence,” the group expressed deep concern over the loss of lives and destruction of communities, calling it a stark reminder of the growing insecurity in various parts of the country.In a statement issued
  
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• Afenifere leader Fasoranti mourns Olunloyo

  06-04-2025 20:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dayo Johnson, AkureAKURE — National Leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Governor of Old Oyo State, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo.In a personally signed condolence message addressed to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Fasoranti described the late Olunloyo as a brilliant scholar and visionary leader who made significant contributions to education, governance, and public service in Oyo State.
  
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• Army arrests 43 oil theft suspects, seizes over 254,000 litres of stolen crude in Niger Delta

  06-04-2025 20:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA – Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 43 individuals involved in oil theft and related crimes, and seized more than 254,000 litres of stolen crude oil and petroleum products during operations across the Niger Delta region.According to a statement from the Army, the arrests and seizures followed intensified operations against economic saboteurs, pipeline vandals, and illegal refinery operators in the Joint Operations Area (JOA), conducted between March 31 and
  
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• ‘Take It Back Movement’: Shelve planned protest – Police

  06-04-2025 19:57 via vanguardngr.com
  ..Call it ill-timed and mischievousBy Nwafor  SundayABUJA – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called on the “Take It Back Movement” to shelve their planned nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025, describing the timing of the demonstration as ill-conceived and mischievous.In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF expressed concern about the protest, which is planned to take place across various states, espe
  
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• Police warn ‘Take It Back Movement’ to cancel April 7 protest, says it’s ill-conceived

  06-04-2025 19:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nwafor  SundayABUJA – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called on the “Take It Back Movement” to shelve their planned nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025, describing the timing of the demonstration as ill-conceived and mischievous.In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF expressed concern about the protest, which is planned to take place across various states, especially in the Federal Capital Terri
  
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• Police warn ‘Take It Back Movement’ to cancel April 7 protest, say it’s ill-conceived

  06-04-2025 19:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nwafor  SundayABUJA – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has called on the “Take It Back Movement” to shelve their planned nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025, describing the timing of the demonstration as ill-conceived and mischievous.In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the NPF expressed concern about the protest, which is planned to take place across various states, especially in the Federal Capital Terri
  
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• You made the right call - Tinubu praised for making Bagudu coordinating minister

  06-04-2025 19:50
  
  President Bola Tinubu has been praised for entrusting Atiku Bagudu with the responsibility of coordinating Nigeria’s economic planning as Minister of Budget and Economic Planning.  In 2023, Tinubu appointed Bagudu to the crucial ministry after he completed his second term as Governor of Kebbi State. According to the Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER), the President's decision to appoint Bagudu has been a masterstroke that has injected coherence, strategic
  
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• EPL: Man City held by Man United in derby stalemate

  06-04-2025 19:46 via vanguardngr.com
  Manchester City’s hopes of Champions League qualification remain in the balance after a dismal derby at Manchester United ended 0-0 on Sunday.United had the better of a game limited in chances as they missed out on a first league double over City since 2019/20.A point leaves City still in fifth in the Premier League, which should be enough to reach next season’s Champions League.However, Pep Guardiola’s men are just two points above Newcastle, who have two games in hand on Cit
  
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• Lagos group faults Pedro’s nomination as Ambassador

  06-04-2025 19:45 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonLAGOS — AN indigenous group known as the De Renaissance Patriots Foundation, Sunday, kicked against the nomination of former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Mr Femi Pedro as an Ambassadorial nominee representing the state.The group, in a statement by its Media Office, said it opposed Pedro’s appointment saying he is not an indigene of Lagos State.The statement reads: “It has come to our attention that Femi Pedro is being considered for appointment as an Ambass
  
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• LP vows to resist alleged plot to invade party offices

  06-04-2025 19:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By John AlechenuABUJA – The Labour Party (LP) has vowed to resist an alleged plot by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to invade its offices in collaboration with the Senator Nenadi Usman-led National Caretaker Committee and the National Transition Committee of the NLC.In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the National Secretary of the Julius Abure-led Labour Party, Alhaji Umar Ibrahim, made the party’s position known.He said, “It has come to the attention of the leadershi
  
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• Abia APC hails Tinubu over Ononogbu’s appointment

  06-04-2025 19:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Clifford NdujiheThe All Progressives Congress (APC) Abia State Chapter has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing their State Party Chairman, Dr. Kingsley Ononogbu, as the Board Chairman of the National Parks Headquarters.The State Executive Committee of the Party welcomed the appointment, describing it as well-deserved recognition of Dr. Ononogbu’s integrity and commitment to the party.In a release to the news men by the State Secretary of the Party, Chief C
  
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• From student to Deputy Speaker: Kalu’s day of glory at UNICAL’s

  06-04-2025 19:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Levinus NwabughioguIt was a day for scholars from the ivory towers, elites, and political juggernauts to gather.Amidst this sea of dignitaries, one figure stood tall, resplendent in academic regalia. And as the master of ceremony read his citation in a sonorous voice, his face shone brightly, radiating from the galaxy of lights that illuminated the room.That distinguished figure was none other than Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives who delivered th
  
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• Tinubu respects sovereignty, says Jimoh Ibrahim

  06-04-2025 19:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruABUJA – The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South), has emphasized that President Bola Tinubu’s respect for national sovereignty has significantly influenced Nigeria’s foreign policy, especially during these challenging times.Speaking at the ongoing 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from April 5 to 9, 2025, Senator Ibrahim cited Niger as a key example of
  
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• PDP rejects Edo Tribunal’s ruling on governorship election, heads to Appeal Court

  06-04-2025 19:16 via vanguardngr.com
  The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the judgment of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, describing it as “a miscarriage of justice” and expressing concern over what they see as a disregard for overwhelming evidence.In a statement signed by Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, PDP Chairman in Edo State, the party expressed its intent to appeal the decision, stating that it was convinced the Tribunal had failed to uphold the law in the face of the facts presented. &ldquo
  
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• Umahi compares Lagos-Calabar coastal highway to streets of heaven

  06-04-2025 19:05
  
  Minister of Works Dave Umahi has described the beauty of the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as nothing short of divine, saying it’s so stunning that it inspires one to seek heaven. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Sunday, April 6, 2025, the minister couldn’t hide his excitement about the project’s visual appeal. “I was there; I was so, so excited,” Umahi said. “And I said, if the street of the coastal highway can be this beautiful, how beauti
  
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• Here are best photos from Lisabi Festival as Obasanjo, others dazzle the crowd

  06-04-2025 18:56
  
  Abeokuta came alive on Saturday as the 2025 Lisabi Festival lit up the ancient city with colour, culture, and class. The annual celebration, themed ‘Ègbáliganza 2025’, brought Egba sons and daughters from across the globe together to honour their iconic hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala. Lisabi, a legendary warlord and farmer, is remembered for uniting the Egba people in their historic resistance against the peak Oyo Empire between 1775 and 1780. His leadership liberated the
  
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• 'Your legacy at stake' - Tinubu urged to rethink emergency rule in Rivers

  06-04-2025 18:50
  
  The Nigerians in Diaspora Movement for Democracy has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider emergency rule in Rivers State, warning that democracy in Nigeria is under threat. In an open letter co-signed by Dr Samson Idoko and Patriot John Andrew Onuh, the group's President and Secretary-General, the organisation described the suspension of the Rivers State Governor, his deputy, and members of the State House of Assembly as a dangerous precedent."We wish to passionately plead that de
  
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• Ex-militants demand full implementation of HCDT in Akwa Ibom communities

  06-04-2025 18:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chioma Onuegbu, UyoEx-militants in Akwa Ibom State, under the Niger Delta Volunteers (NDV), have called for the full implementation of the Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) in the state’s oil-producing communities.In a statement released on Sunday and signed by the group’s leader General Ekpo Ekpo and Director of Information and Communication, Major Gen. Henry Okon Etete, the ex-militants expressed concern over the lack of development despite the state being one of the high
  
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• Durbar ban: How our plan to put Kano’s Sallah Durbar on Guinness World Record suffered setback – UK based Nigerian

  06-04-2025 18:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bashir BelloKANO – Lekan Okanlawon, a UK-based Nigerian, has expressed frustration over the cancellation of the Kano Sallah Durbar, which disrupted plans to set a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of horse riders.Okanlawon, who had traveled with friends, including polo players, to participate in the historic event, said the sudden cancellation left him and over 160 tourists disappointed.Speaking with newsmen in Kano, Okanlawon explained that he and his team were particula
  
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• Tinubu needs your support not lnsults- Oborevwori’s Aide, Onwordi

  06-04-2025 18:26 via vanguardngr.com
  The Senior Special Assistant On youth mobilization to the Delta State Governor and the Onishe Ezemu Traditional Prime Minister of Ubulu-Uku kingdom, Chief James Asika Onwordihas urged Nigerian youths to support President Tinubu for the country’s progress just like Deltans are supporting the Delta State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori.The Onishe believes that wishing President Tinubu well is equivalent to wishing Nigeria well.He emphasizes that Nigeria’s success is tied to the pres
  
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• FG expects 1st batch of 3.2m meters in April  — Minister

  06-04-2025 18:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas EsiedesaFaced with growing criticism over the lack of progress in bridging the huge metering gap in the power sector, the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on Sunday disclosed that the government is expecting the first batch of 3,205,101 meters it ordered last year.Adelabu, in a statement by his Special Adviser, Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Tunji Bolaji, said 75,000 meters under the International Competitive Bid 1 (ICB1) are expected by April 2025, followed by t
  
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• Police arrest two armed robbery suspects, recover stolen vehicles, other items in Abuja

  06-04-2025 18:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By: Kingsley OmonobiOperatives of the FCT Police Command have successfully arrested two notorious armed robbery suspects involved in a series of car-jacking incidents and vehicle thefts across the Abuja metropolis.According to the Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the arrests came after a fierce gunfight, which resulted in the recovery of firearms, ammunition, and three stolen vehicles.SP Adeh revealed that the arrest took place on 27th March 2025, at approximately 3:20 am, when officers
  
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• Simon Lalong promises to collaborate with NASS to end killings in Plateau

  06-04-2025 18:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruSenator Simon Lalong, APC, Plateau South, has condemned the recent attacks in villages of Hurti, Ruwi and others in Bokkos Local Government leading to the deaths of innocent citizens.The former Plateau State governor said the unfortunate situation must be brought to an end, just as he disclosed that he was working with his colleagues at the National Assembly to end such attacks forever.A statement on Sunday by his Special Adviser, Media, Makut Simon Macham, read, “Senator re
  
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• Gov Alia gets crucial backing amid Benue unrest

  06-04-2025 18:15
  
  The Conference of Harmonised Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has declared support for Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia while alleging that some highly placed Abuja-based politicians are planning to sponsor protests against him. In a statement signed by Mr Joseph Uyeh, the coalition accused these politicians of orchestrating attacks on the governor because he refused to give them free rein over state resources.The group described Alia’s administration as a departure from the p
  
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• How 74 lawmakers voted for emergency rule in Rivers  —  Senate

  06-04-2025 18:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Rotimi OjomoyelaThe Senate has disclosed that 74 lawmakers out of the 109 members of the red chamber voted for the state of emergency rule in River State.The Senate Spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, disclosed this to newsmen over the weekend at his country home in Ilawe-Ekiti, Ekiti State.He noted that 74 members voted for the emergency rule out of the 106 members who attended the meeting.In his words, “When the question was put to those i
  
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• ACF calls on FG to stop killings in Plateau

  06-04-2025 18:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoThe Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has called on the Federal Government to stop the attacks by terror gangs on defenceless communities in Plateau state, saying the attacks are disheartening and frightening.ACF, in a statement by Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the National Publicity Secretary, said the attacks on 28th March 2025 resulted in the tragic deaths of scores of people, including children, adding to dismal statistics of deaths, injuries and property damage arising cons
  
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• Correctional Service denies ‘illegal detention’ of Patience Jonathan’s ex aides

  06-04-2025 18:01
  
  The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Bayelsa State Command, has debunked reports alleging the unlawful detention of 15 former domestic staff of Dame Patience Jonathan, wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan. In a statement signed by the command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC I G.T. Isari, the NCoS dismissed social media claims that the individuals had been detained without trial since 2019 for allegedly stealing valuables belonging to the former First Lady. “These statement
  
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