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• That was a child’s play - PDP reacts to court judgement against Ighodalo

  06-07-2024 20:44 via pulse.ng
  
  The court voided the exercise on grounds that 378 delegates were unlawfully excluded from voting at the primary election.Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Campaign Council for Edo Election has said the party would win the governorship election despite the recent court judgment against its candidate, Dr Asue Ighodalo.The Chairman of the Council, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa, stated this during the council’s inaugural meeting on Saturday in Abuja.Fintiri said the party would appe
  
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• Hezbollah: Nasrallah’s possible successor out of contact since Friday – Lebanese source

  05-10-2024 17:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The potential successor to slain Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has been out of contact since Friday, a Lebanese security source said on Saturday, after an Israeli airstrike that is reported to have targeted him.In its campaign against the Iran-backed Lebanese group, Israel carried out a large strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs late on Thursday that Axios cited three Israeli officials as saying targeted Hashem Safieddeine in an underground bunker.The Lebanese security source and
  
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• 2 shot, Rivers LG election disrupted as alleged Wike’s loyalists move to enforce court order

  05-10-2024 17:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTTwo people have sustained bullet wounds at Igwuruta Community, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, following a move by some youths alleged to be loyalists of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, to enforce the High Court Judgement Order.The alleged Wike’s loyalists had Saturday morning while the residents were expecting the arrival of electoral material in the area took to the streets, claiming to be enforcing the
  
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• River Benue water levels receding – NIHSA

  05-10-2024 17:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has announced a slight decrease in River Benue’s water levels in recent days, lowering the risk of severe flooding.NIHSA’s Director-General, Mr Umar Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja.Mohammed reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to monitoring the water levels of the nation’s major rivers and tributaries, as part of its overall flood management strategy in Nigeria.He urged citizens to remain v
  
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• Flood: No cause for alarm, River Benue receding – NIHSA

  05-10-2024 17:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Gabriel EwepuABUJA – AS parts of the country still grapple with the devastating impact of flood, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NIHSA, has declared that there is no cause for alarm as it announced River Benue is receding.This was contained in a statement signed by the Director General, NIHSA, Umar Mohammed and made available to Vanguard, where Mohammed maintained that the Agency in line with its mandate has remained committed to constantly monitor the water levels of the nati
  
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• US court orders Mayweather to pay Nigerian company ₦4.2m as fine

  05-10-2024 17:01 via pulse.ng
  
  The Nigerian company sued Mayweather for breach of contract agreement, which required Mayweather to make different appearances in Africa, including one in Nigeria.Boxing legend, Floyd Mayweather Jr, has been ordered by a United States Appellate Court to pay a Nigerian company Zinni Media Concept Limited, the sum of ₦4.2 billion in damages over breach of contract and fraud.In the court documents sighted by Pulse, the court of appeal of the State of California upheld the lower court ruling,
  
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• Azinge crowned 14th Asagba of Asaba

  05-10-2024 16:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaFORMER  Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN, was  Saturday, coronated as the 14th Asagba of Asaba kingdom, Delta State.Azinge’s ascension to the throne was sequel to his emergence as Asagba of Asaba designate at an enlarged meeting of Asagba-In-Council and members of the kingdom after a selection process by the five quarters of the kingdom held on 18 August, 2024.He was coronated at a colourful c
  
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• Banditry: Criticism of Matawalle, Ribadu unnecessary distractions – Shehu Sani

  05-10-2024 16:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoFormer Senator representing Kaduna North Senatorial District, Comrade Shehu Sani has said that the recent political criticism of the Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu are unnecessary distractions in the fight against banditry and terrorism.Shehu Sani, a human rights activist, said there is a significant decrease in banditry and terrorist attacks in the North West and North CentralRecall that the Governor of Zamfara Sta
  
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• Liverpool extend Premier League lead with win at Palace

  05-10-2024 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to four points thanks to Diogo Jota’s winner in a 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Saturday.Arne Slot has now won nine of his first 10 games since succeeding Jurgen Klopp, but was frustrated that the visitors invited a late onslaught from the winless Eagles.Victory came at a cost for Liverpool as goalkeeper Alisson Becker limped off in the closing stages ahead of a much more testing run of fixtures after the international break
  
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• EPL: Liverpool extend Premier League lead with win at Palace

  05-10-2024 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to four points thanks to Diogo Jota’s winner in a 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Saturday.Arne Slot has now won nine of his first 10 games since succeeding Jurgen Klopp, but was frustrated that the visitors invited a late onslaught from the winless Eagles.Victory came at a cost for Liverpool as goalkeeper Alisson Becker limped off in the closing stages ahead of a much more testing run of fixtures after the international break
  
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• Obasanjo, Southeast Govs, Afenifere leader, Adebanjo to attend Iwuanyanwu’s burial

  05-10-2024 16:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ahead of the burial of the late President-General, Ọhanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, Sen Ben Obi, head, burial Planning Committee said prominent Nigerians have indicated interest in attending the ceremony.He said that ex-president, Olusegun Obasanjo, and the five southeastern governors along with foremost Yoruba leader, Ayo Adebanjo, among others, would be present during the event.The late entrepreneur and politician would be buried on November 1 at his country home at Attah, Imo
  
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• APC commends electoral commission for transparent LG polls in Benue

  05-10-2024 15:49 via pulse.ng
  
  NAN reports that there was a massive deployment of security personnel in polling units, streets, and major highways within the state capital.The Benue chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC) has commended the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) for the transparent conduct of the local government elections.APC State Caretaker Chairman, Benjamin Omale, told newsmen in Makurdi that the process was going smoothly.Omale expressed optimism that his party would emerge victorious
  
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• Shettima directs overhaul of road safety measures to reduce accidents

  05-10-2024 15:40 via pulse.ng
  
  The Vice-President directed the implementation of a sweeping overhaul of Nigeria’s road safety measures.Vice-President Kashim Shettima has directed the implementation of a sweeping overhaul of Nigeria’s road safety measures to reduce accidents in the country.He is also set to inaugurate the National Road Safety Advisory Council saddled with the responsibility of reducing traffic accidents by 50 per cent before 2030.Shettima, during a meeting with the leadership of the Federal Road Sa
  
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• No patriotic Rivers person will attack public infrastructure, APC Chieftain

  05-10-2024 15:28 via pulse.ng
  
  The APC chieftain urged politicians in the state to support actions that would promote peace and development.Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, an All Progressive Congress (APC) Chieftain in Rivers, says no patriotic Rivers person will attempt to attack public infrastructure.Eze spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in reaction to an early morning bomb blast at the APC secretariat in Port Harcourt.Eze stated that only people with unpatriotic interests would attempt to attack the premises
  
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• Hardship: 10 business ideas to make money from home

  05-10-2024 15:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Akanni DorcasStarting a home-based business in Nigeria is a fantastic way to earn extra income, whether you’re a student, stay-at-home parent, or just looking for a side hustle. With the right products, you can tap into local demand and create a profitable venture from the comfort of your home.Here are some easy and popular items you can make and sell.Homemade Snacks and Small ChopsThis is the first on the list as Nigerians love tasty snacks. Homemade treats always attract attention, wh
  
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• Gov Eno designates daughter as acting First Lady of Akwa Ibom after wife's death

  05-10-2024 15:06 via pulse.ng
  
  Governor Eno said the machinery of the state will continue to function seamlessly despite his wife’s demise.Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has designated his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, to serve as the acting First Lady of the state following the passing of his wife, Patience Eno.The bereaved Governor disclosed this when Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, alongside other esteemed guests, paid him a condolence visit in Uyo, the state capital on Friday, October 4, 2024.Patien
  
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• Two brothers, 33 others jailed for internet fraud in Oyo

  05-10-2024 15:01 via vanguardngr.com
  Laolu Elijah, IbadanThe Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction of two siblings, Samuel Adedeji Adeboye and Charles Adedamola Adeboye and 33 others for internet fraud.The accused were arraigned before Justices Ladiran Akintola, Bayo Taiwo and O.S. Adeyemi of the Oyo State High Court, sitting in Ibadan.They were prosecuted on separate one-count charges each that bordered on impersonation, obtaining by false pretence, retention of
  
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• Contract Breach: US Court orders Mayweather to pay Nigerian firm $2.4m

  05-10-2024 14:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A U.S. court has confirmed that former world boxing champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. is required to pay $2.4 million in damages to Zinni Media Concept Limited, a Nigerian company, for breach of contract. According to a statement from Alex Nwankwo, the company’s media executive, Zinni Media entered into an agreement with Mayweather in June 2017 for him to make various appearances in Africa, including one in Nigeria. However, Mayweather terminated the agreement unilaterally and refused to
  
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• Rivers LG Election: Heavy shooting at Wike’s ward

  05-10-2024 14:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …one injuredBy Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTThere is heavy shooting ongoing at Rumuepirikom community, the home of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike.A source in the area revealed that earlier some people had come into the community and announced that no one should come out for the polls.It was gathered that when the electoral officers were about to arrive at the ward in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, armed bandits arrived in the area, as well.The
  
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• [BREAKING] Rivers LG Election: Heavy shooting at Wike’s ward

  05-10-2024 14:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …one injuredBy Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT: There is heavy shooting ongoing at Rumuepirikom Community, the home of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike.A source in the area revealed that earlier some people had come into the community and announced that people should not come out for the polls.It was gathered that when the electoral officers were about to arrive at the ward in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, armed bandits arrived in the area, as well.
  
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• Flood wreaks havoc in Ondo, Aiyedatiwa orders evacuation

  05-10-2024 14:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dayo Johnson, Akure Flood wreaked havoc this weekend in Ondo town, Ondo state, destroying property worth millions of naira.However, there was no loss of life in the ugly incident, which displaced many residents of the town.Reports had it that the flood was occasioned by a heavy downpour, which lasted several hours on Friday.Areas affected, according to findings include Itanla, Oka, Odo Ijomu, Bethlehem, Akure-Ondo Expressway among others.Vanguard learnt that many houses and vehicles in t
  
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• Guardiola claims Premier League won’t delay season for Man City

  05-10-2024 14:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Pep Guardiola claims the Premier League have refused to accept Manchester City’s request to start next season late due to their involvement in the FIFA Club World Cup.Guardiola said City had asked the Premier League to postpone their first matches of the 2025-26 campaign to allow extra time to rest after the Club World Cup in the United States.Having already lost influential Spain midfielder Rodri for the rest of this season following his knee injury against Arsenal, Guardiola fears his pl
  
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• Akwa Ibom LG Polls: FIre guts AKISIEC office

  05-10-2024 14:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has confirmed a fire incident at the office complex of the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Timfon John, confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Uyo on Saturday.She said that all electoral materials meant for the election were not consumed by the fire.John said that the command had reinforced security at all the AKISIEC offices and strategic
  
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• Bandits kill 9 vigilantes, steal 6 pump action guns in Katsina

  05-10-2024 14:10 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ogalah IbrahimBandits carried out two separate attacks on vigilante groups in Katsina State on Friday evening, resulting in the deaths of nine security personnel.
  Six pump action guns were also stolen by the bandits during the onslaught.According to a credible security source, the first incident occured when a group of bandits armed with sophisticated weapons ambushed members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC) and vigilante members who were providing security for farmers harve
  
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• ‘No officials, no materials’ — Voters lament delay in commencement of Akwa Ibom LG election

  05-10-2024 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Egufe Yafugborhi & Chioma OnuegbuUYO – PATIENT voters are waiting with no materials and officials of the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) on location to commence Saturday’s exercise to elect new chairmen and councillors across the 31 Local Governments (LGs) in the state as of 10.21 am.At the time of filing this update on the polls, Vanguard’s visit to some Polling Units in Uyo and Itu LGs showed no AKISIEC official had arrived as voters expresse
  
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• Israel-Hezbollah: FG to evacuate Nigerians in Lebanon, says ‘no Nigerian life lost so far’

  05-10-2024 14:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal Government says it has begun preparations to evacuate Nigerians in Lebanon back to Nigeria.Amb. Eche Abu-Obe, Spokesperson Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja, given the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.“Further to the deteriorating situation in Lebanon over the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, the government has commenced preparations for evacuation of Nigerians in Lebanon back to Nigeria.“The Government of Nigeria has taken measures to ensur
  
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• Top 10 IELTS listening tips for success

  05-10-2024 13:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Lawrence AgboThe International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a globally recognised exam used to assess the language proficiency of non-native English speakers.
  One of the most crucial parts of the test is the Listening section, where candidates must pay close attention to a series of audio recordings, as they are only played once.
  To help you perform well in this section, here are 10 essential tips to boost your chances of success.Improve Your Listening Skills
  The IELTS test asse
  
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• Emirates bans pagers, walkie-talkies onboard after Lebanon blasts

  05-10-2024 12:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Dubai-based airline Emirates has banned pagers and walkie-talkies onboard its planes following sabotage attacks in Lebanon, and extended flight cancellations for Middle East destinations due to regional escalation.“All Passengers travelling on flights to, from or via Dubai are prohibited from transporting pagers and walkie-talkies in checked or cabin baggage,” the carrier said, weeks after a wave of exploding communication devices used by the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, which blamed
  
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• Real Madrid announce squad vs Villarreal

  05-10-2024 12:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Real Madrid have announced the squad for La Liga match vs Villarreal. Los Blancos will be trying to bounce back from their disappointing defeat in Lille.Also, coach Carlo Ancelotti will likely deploy most of his starters in this game because the importance of a win.Villarreal have performed at a very high level so far this season, so Madrid will need to step up.Real Madrid squad vs VillarrealGoalkeepers: Lunin, Fran González, Sergio Mestre.Defenders: Carvajal, Militão, Lucas V., Va
  
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• Bomb explosion rocks Rivers APC secretariat amid controversial LG elections

  05-10-2024 12:28 via pulse.ng
  
  Rivers has been gripped with political tension in the last couple of weeks caused by disagreements over the local government elections slated for Saturday.The Secretariat of the Chief Tony Okocha faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has been rocked by an explosion suspected to be dynamite.The incident occurred early morning on Saturday, October 5, 2024, as residents prepared to hit the poll for the local government elections.The secretariat, located along Aba Road, Port
  
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