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• Netanyahu says Israel working on fresh Gaza hostage deal

  07-04-2025 23:09 via vanguardngr.com
  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday during a White House appearance with President Donald Trump that new negotiations were in the works aimed at getting more hostages released from Hamas captivity in Gaza.“We’re working now on another deal that we hope will succeed, and we’re committed to getting all the hostages out,” Netanyahu told reporters in the Oval Office.Trump for his part said: “We are trying very hard to get the hostages out. We’re
  
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• Katsina Govt dedicates 30% of budget to climate action

  23-04-2025 19:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour Ulebor, AbujaIn a bold move to tackle the climate crisis while unlocking green economic opportunities, Katsina State Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda has pledged to dedicate 30 percent of the state’s annual budget to climate-resilient infrastructure and sustainability projects.
  This announcement was made during the Katsina State Climate Action and Green Investment Summit, which was held on Wednesday in Abuja under the theme ‘Turning Climate Challenges into Development Oppo
  
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• Frank Aigbogun, BusinessDay publisher emerges chairman BOT, IMT alumni association

  23-04-2025 19:15 via vanguardngr.com
  Frank Aigbogun, publisher of BusinessDay Newspapers, has emerged chairman of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Forum of Alumni Association of the Institute of Management and Technology (FAA-IMT).
  He emerged chairman of the association through an election held on Monday, April 21, 2025, in Enugu.Aigbogun was overwhelmingly elected the chairman of the board. In his acceptance speech, he called for synergy to achieve the desired objectives of the alumni association, led by Agodi Kanu, the nationa
  
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• Use this second chance to serve the masses, HURMA tells Obasa

  23-04-2025 19:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adesina WahabThe leadership of Human Rights Monitoring Agenda (HURMA), a mass-based human rights and anti-corruption body, has called on the reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly (LSHA), Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, to redirect his leadership approach toward ensuring better participatory representation for the poor and marginalized citizens of Lagos State.In a congratulatory letter titled “A Congratulatory Note on Recent Court Ruling Against Your Impeachment and Request
  
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• US to demand home addresses, biometrics from H-1B visa workers

  23-04-2025 19:06 via vanguardngr.com
  The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing unusual Requests for Evidence (RFEs) in employment-based visa cases, including H-1B and I-140 petitions, asking for applicants’ home addresses and biometric data.
  Immigration attorneys call this a troubling shift, raising concerns about transparency, due process, and data privacy.Unlike typical RFEs that focus on eligibility—like education or employer details—these new notices reference vague “pote
  
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• Council chairman narrowly escapes deadly bandit attack in Sokoto village

  23-04-2025 19:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — Panic gripped Kalanjeni village in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Wednesday evening, as armed bandits launched a brazen attack, narrowly missing the local government chairman, Hon. Isah Harisu Kalanjeni.The chairman, a former two-term member of the National Assembly, had reportedly left his residence just minutes before the armed assailants stormed the community. Eyewitnesses described the attack as terrifying, with over 30 gunmen ridin
  
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• Zelensky’s inflammatory statements is reason war hasn’t ended – Trump

  23-04-2025 19:00 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said a deal on halting the Ukraine war was “very close,” but slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over his refusal to formally cede Crimea to Russia.“It’s inflammatory statements like Zelenskyy’s that makes it so difficult to settle this War,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social.The outburst came after US media reports said Trump was ready to accept recognition of annexed Crimea as Russian territory, and after
  
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• Pro-Tinubu group welcomes Oborevwori to APC

  23-04-2025 18:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adesina WahabA pro-Tinubu political advocacy group, the Tinubu Disciples, has warmly welcomed Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, into the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a “step in the right direction” for both the governor and the state.In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group’s National Coordinator, Prince Koyoyo Uhrorho, commended Governor Oborevwori’s decision to join the ruling party, noting that it signifies Delta State’
  
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• NiMet decries strike action by aviation unions

  23-04-2025 18:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dickson OmobolaNigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has expressed disappointment with some aviation unions over their decision to embark on a strike that disrupted weather services at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja.NiMET said it had addressed 70 percent of their demands and was awaiting government approval on the remaining 30 percent.The protest, which took place at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, involved members of the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUAT
  
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• We didn’t know Oborevwori would destroy PDP — Ozobo

  23-04-2025 18:54 via vanguardngr.com
  …Former Organizing Sec APC, Mene hails governor’s defectionBy Jimitota OnoyumeWARRI — The defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued to stir mixed reactions across the state, with many expressing shock and disappointment over the governor’s decision.Ijaw rights activist, Mr. Austin Ozobo, took to his Facebook page to voice his disapproval, stating that he felt betray
  
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• IMF, World Bank should priorities data bank for African Development- Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

  23-04-2025 18:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Babajide Komolafe & Emma Ujah, Washington DCSenator Jimoh Ibrahim, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Inter Parliamentary  and Senator for the Ondo South district, has called on the World Bank to refocus its efforts on establishing an African Data BankSpeaking at the  World Bank/IMF Parliamentary meeting held on the sidelines of the ongoing Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., Senator Ibrahim stressed the critical role of data in the future economic development of the continen
  
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• Minimum wage: Protesting workers partially grounded activities at Kano airport

  23-04-2025 18:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bashir BelloProtesting workers of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, have disrupted activities at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, for some hours.It was gathered that the workers were protesting the non-implementation of the new minimum wage.A source at the airport confirmed that the development led by the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporation, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Employees caused delays and cancellations in several scheduled flights at the airport.A
  
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• Niger: Ban on motorcycles, tricycles not to punish citizens, says Bago

  23-04-2025 18:47 via vanguardngr.com
  Gov. Mohammed Umaru-Bago of Niger has clarified the ban on the movement of motorcycles and tricycles, saying it was aimed at addressing the growing insecurity in the state capital and not to punish law-abiding citizens.The governor stated this during the inauguration of Overload Airways flight operation at the Bola Tinubu International Airport in Minna on Wednesday.Bago emphasised that the safety of lives and property remained the top priority of his administration.He highlighted that young boy
  
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• Niger Gov withdraws arrest order against dreadlock carriers after backlash

  23-04-2025 18:40
  
  Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, has withdrawn an earlier directive to security operatives for the arrest of persons wearing dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital. Bago stirred controversy on social media after he was caught on video peeking at a stakeholders’ security meeting held at the government house on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. In the controversial clip, the Governor ordered security operatives to arrest any individuals carrying dreadlocks, cut their hair and impose a financial penal
  
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• FG moves to handover N5bn 10MW Katsina Windfarm to state govt

  23-04-2025 18:38 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaAfter more than 15 years of stalled construction and over N5 billion spent, the Federal Government on Wednesday expressed its readiness to hand over the 10-megawatt Katsina windfarm to the Katsina State Government.The project, awarded in 2010 to French firm Messrs Vergnet SA for £18.5 million and an additional N494 million, was initially expected to be completed within 24 months. However, it has been plagued by poor funding and mismanagement, with critics labeling i
  
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• Why we defected to APC — Oborevwori, Okowa, PDP stakeholders

  23-04-2025 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko AkuophaASABA — In a major political shake-up in Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, his predecessor Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, and several key stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).The announcement was made Wednesday after a high-level stakeholders meeting held at the Government House, Asaba.Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public I
  
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• FG inaugurates flight operations at Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Niger

  23-04-2025 18:30 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Government has inaugurated flight operations of Overland Airways at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna, Niger state.Mr Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Airspace Development, inaugurated the flight operation in Minna on Wednesday.He said that the newly reconstructed airport would be an alternative to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.Keyamo said plans were underway to deploy Customs, Immigration, Police, NDLEA, and other necessary measures to proces
  
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• Believers shouldn’t associate with the poor, Pastor Ibiyeomie replies critics

  23-04-2025 18:29 via vanguardngr.com
  Founder of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, has doubled down on his recent controversial remarks regarding poverty, stating that Christians should not closely associate with poor individuals.In his sermon, which has since gone viral, the Port Harcourt-based preacher argued that Jesus Christ “hated poverty” and “never entered the home of a poor person” during His earthly ministry. According to Ibiyeomie, this is evidence that believers should avoid forging cl
  
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• Abia APC nullifies suspension of state secretary, ward chairman

  23-04-2025 18:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Steve OkoThe Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared the purported suspension of its State Secretary, Chief Chidi Avajah, and the Acting Ward Chairman of Ahia Ukwu Ward 2, Dr. Sylvester Onyekwere, as “null, void, and of no effect.”In a statement released by the State Chairman, Dr. Kingsley Ononogbu, the party described the suspension as a violation of Section 31 of the APC Constitution.“As a result, any actions taken in pursuance of the suspen
  
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• 7 high-demand jobs that can get you a UK skilled worker visa in 2025

  23-04-2025 18:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe desire to move to the United Kingdom keeps increasing, as it is, no doubt, a safe and equitable workspace where one can thrive.As such, the UK government now offers workers’ visas that are conditioned upon the acquisition of basic skills. This is because some industries are still grappling with the effects of the post-pandemic era and have a very short labour force.This article takes a look into 7 high-demand jobs that can get you a UK worker visa. These jobs are l
  
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• Drug test for Corps members, prospective couples aimed at discouraging substance abuse – Marwa

  23-04-2025 18:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By: Kingsley OmonobiChairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has said the push for drug integrity test for youth corps members, prospective couples and others is not punitive but to discourage substance abuse and provide early treatment for those who test positive before their condition degenerate to drug dependence and other health challenges.Marwa made this known during a meeting with the Director General of the Nat
  
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• FG releases ₦50bn earned allowances to ASUU, others – Minister Alausa

  23-04-2025 18:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has released ₦50 billion for the payment of earned allowances to academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities, fulfilling a key promise made by President Bola Tinubu.This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, in a statement issued on Wednesday by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade.According to the statement, the release marks a significant step in the administ
  
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• Disrespectful women should be shown out of politics – Senator Nwebonyi declares

  23-04-2025 18:16 via vanguardngr.com
  …Distributes Farm Inputs, N50m Scholarships to ConstituentsBy Jeff AgbodoABAKALIKI – Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, representing Ebonyi North and Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, has stirred controversy by declaring that women who lack respect for men should be removed from political office.Speaking during an empowerment event held at the Abakaliki Local Government headquarters, where he distributed farm inputs and awarded scholarships to his constituents, Nwebonyi emphasized the need
  
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• Defection: Group slams Delta Governor for dumping party, vows to oppose re-election

  23-04-2025 18:13 via vanguardngr.com
  A political advocacy group, Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria, has strongly condemned the defection of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), calling it a betrayal of trust and a major setback for the PDP.Speaking on behalf of the group, Ejiro Moses described the governor’s decision as a clear act of political opportunism, warning that it will not go unchallenged. He also revealed that the group is set to mobilize against
  
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• 501 blind candidates set to write 2025 JAMB nationwide  —  Okebukola

  23-04-2025 18:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekinaNo fewer than 501 blind candidates are set to take the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in eleven centres nationwide.Chairman of the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), Mr. Peter Okebulola, made this known while addressing newsmen in preparation for the 2025 UTME for blind candidates and others with special needs assigned to JEOG by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)Recall that the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Oloyede, in 2017, set up the JAM
  
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• Rising debt: Nigeria needs greater efficiency in govt spending – IMF

  23-04-2025 18:09 via vanguardngr.com
  …Projects reduction in Debt-to-GDP to 4.5%By Babajide Komolafe & Emma Ujah, Washington DCThe International Monetary Fund IMF has called for greater efficiency in government spending in Nigeria to minimise the impact of increased global uncertainties on government borrowing and public debt.This call was given by Deputy Division Chief of the Development Macroeconomic Division in the IMF Research Department, Davide Furceri, at the press briefing on the April 2025 IMF Fiscal Monitor repo
  
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• How US Tariffs and Chinese supply chains are affecting Nigerian shoppers

  23-04-2025 18:06
  
  Electronics, household appliances and industrial parts sourced from China now carry higher import costs, while delays and shortages force Nigerian retailers to adjust pricing, inventory and sourcing strategies.Consumers face steeper prices on smartphones, laptops and home goods and may find popular models out of stock. At the same time, local businesses scramble to secure alternative suppliers or pass costs onto buyers.Below are detailed insights into how these dynamics affect purchasing power,
  
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• 5 degrees that can land you high-paying jobs in Germany

  23-04-2025 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Igwe PatrickGermany is one of the top locations for ambitious international students seeking college degrees that can land them high-paying jobs. The education system in Germany is well-established, with emphasis on vocational training whilst providing free or affordable higher education. The advent of tuition-free higher institutions has made Germany one of the most popular locations for foreign students. With a wide range of English-taught courses, it offers a well-structured learning envi
  
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• Delta is finally APC  —  Keyamo thanks Tinubu for his leadership

  23-04-2025 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bayo WahabMinister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his leadership as political stakeholders in Delta State dumped the Peoples Democratic Party for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Keyamo appreciated Tinubu’s leadership in a post on X on Wednesday, hours after Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State and his commissioners announced their defection to the APC. Reacting to the announcement, the minister share
  
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• Insecurity: Tinubu in closed-door meeting with NSA, CDS

  23-04-2025 17:25 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu is currently meeting behind closed doors with the National Security Adviser, NSA, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Chris Musa, at the State House, Abuja.The meeting, which is happening at the official residence of the President in the State House, is coming at a time when the security situation in parts of the country have continued to worsen.The two security Chiefs are expected to brief the President,who
  
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