The abductors of Hajiya Hauwa’u Adamu, mother of popular Hausa musician Dauda Adamu, known as Rarara, have demanded a ransom of N900 million after holding her captive for six days. A source close to the musician’s family revealed that the kidnappers initially demanded N1 billion but reduced the amount to N900 million after negotiations. “They…
An operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly committed suicide at his residence in Abuja. The identity of the deceased, who died on Monday, remains undisclosed, though it is known that he was a member of Course 5 of the EFCC academy. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the incident, stating that…
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) is set to introduce an open schooling programme designed to provide a flexible learning model in Nigeria. Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, UBEC’s Executive Secretary, announced this at a meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Abuja. He explained that the initiative aims to significantly broaden access to basic education. Represented…
A stampede at a religious gathering in India on Tuesday resulted in the deaths of more than 100 people and left numerous others injured, according to officials. The panic erupted as thousands attempted to exit a makeshift tent following an event featuring a local Hindu guru known as Bhole Baba. Authorities suggested that heat and…
Justice Juan Merchan of a New York court has delayed the sentencing of Donald Trump to September 18, following a motion by Trump’s lawyers to contest his conviction. Initially, Trump was set to be sentenced on July 11. However, Justice Merchan announced on Tuesday that he would rule on the motions by September 6. Should…
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has described Northerners plotting against President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections as ‘’unpatriotic’ politicians. Matawalle who is a former Zamfara State governor, accused such politicians of lacking grassroots support and having an “entitlement mentality.” He asserted that northern politicians with strong bases firmly supported Tinubu….
Nigerians spent a total of N16.5 trillion to buy diesel, petrol and generators to get electricity in 2023 alone, the Federal Government announced on Tuesday, July 2. It was also revealed that the formal power sector, including electricity generation, transmission, and distribution companies, made a total revenue of N1tn last year amid the over N16tn…
The son of the late Ebonyi traditional ruler, Nelson Igboke has advised men against training women above their own academic level. “Do not dare take the risk of training a woman either your wife, chick or girlfriend above your academic level. 80% of men who did never had the guts to tell the…
CALABAR—Five police officers attached to the Zone 6 Police Headquarters in Cross River State are currently in custody for allegedly abducting and fraudulently extorting N3 million from their unnamed victim. The incident, Vanguard learned, happened while the team was on patrol along the Ikom-Calabar highway. A statement by the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer,…
RESIDENTS of the Iludun community in Ojokoro Local Council Development Area, LCDA, yesterday, raised the alarm that the activities along the railway corridor and near Iludun market have claimed at least 10 lives. They, however, urged the Lagos State government to address the security challenge in the area. When Vanguard visited the community,…
Barring last minute’s change, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, may shut down universities tomorrow over the non-payment of four months withheld salaries by the government. Recall that a fortnight ago, the Joint Action Committee, JAC, comprising SSANU and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU, had issued a two…
A High Court in Kano State has postponed the hearing of an application related to the ongoing Kano Emirship dispute until July 4. The applicants, including the Attorney-General of Kano State and the Kano State House of Assembly, aim to prevent the dethroned emirs of Kano, Bichi, Rano, Gaya, and Karaye from continuing to present…
The Federal Government is committed to finding innovative solutions to address food insecurity in the country, according to Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology. He made this statement during the opening ceremony of a four-day workshop focused on advancing satellite-based crop monitoring (CROPWATCH) to enhance resilience against global food insecurity. Nigeria, the most…
The Kukah Centre, supported by the European Union, is creating a political party management toolkit to guide both established and emerging political parties in enhancing their structures for national growth and development. At a validation workshop in Abuja, the Executive Director of the Kukah Centre, Father Atta Barkindo, emphasized the importance of strong political parties…
Donyell Malen’s double secured the Netherlands a place in their first Euros quarter-final since 2008, with a commanding 3-0 win over Romania in the last-16 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring in the first half and, despite several missed chances, provided the assist for Malen’s second goal. Malen sealed the victory with a brilliant…
Stakeholders in the agricultural sector have been urged to consistently develop practical solutions to address the ongoing food insecurity in the country. During a Fellowship induction and public lecture in Abuja, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) President Margaret Oguntala emphasized the need for sustainable rural development in Nigeria, highlighting the role of agricultural engineers. Represented…
Social media giant, Meta, has announced that Nigerian and Ghanaian content creators with 5,000 followers would, henceforth, earn money on Facebook starting from July 1, 2024. The company also rolled out monetization features, In-Stream Ads on Facebook and Facebook Ads on Reels yesterday. According to a statement released by Meta, the two features will enable…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the rescue of three individuals trapped in a building collapse at Unity House, Area 11, Garki, on Monday night. In a statement, FCT Police Command spokesperson Josephine Adeh said officers responded swiftly to a distress call, deploying multiple patrol teams to the scene to cordon off…
Chelsea has acquired midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City for £30 million. The 25-year-old, a product of the Leicester City academy, has signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, extending his stay at the club until 2030. The deal was concluded before Sunday’s Premier League profit and sustainability rules (PSR) deadline, assisting Leicester in complying with…
The Lagos State Government, through the state Employment Trust Fund, LSETF, has disbursed the sum of N10 billion as grants to over 500,000 businesses in Small and Medium Enterprises, and SMEs in the state. Acting Executive Secretary, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund LSETF, Mrs Feyisara Alayande, stated this on Monday, during a media briefing at…
The Ondo government has warned “minor chiefs” in the state to desist from wearing beaded crowns, saying they are liable to three years imprisonment if they fail to obey directives. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Amidu Takuro, made this known while addressing newsmen in Akure. “On the warning on wearing of…
At least 27 people were crushed to death at a Hindu religious gathering in northern India, with several more injured and fears the toll could rise, government medics said Tuesday. “We have received 27 bodies so far… bodies are still coming,” Uttar Pradesh state senior medical officer Ram Mohan Tiwari told AFP. Crowds had gathered…
Popular Nigerian filmmaker, Patrick Doyle has claimed that the entertainment industry is being controlled by satan. The actor stated this while reacting to singer Tems’ recent BET award. A media reports that Tems, a secular musician won the best gospel award at the 2024 BET Awards held on Monday, at the Peacock Theater in Downtown…
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has called on corps members nationwide to take the lead in advocating for national development and transformation. Governor Mohammed made the appeal in Bauchi on Tuesday during the swearing-in ceremony of 1,500 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 corps members for 2024, at the permanent orientation camp in Wailo, Ganjuwa Local Government…
The Nigerian government has said 250,000 to 300,000 students in tertiary institutions are expected to benefit from its Student Loan Scheme in 2024. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, disclosed this in an interview with Channels Television on Monday. Sawyerr said the N60 billion fund loan scheme can counter…
Bandits have killed Dr Tiri Gyang, a lecturer at the Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State. Two of his children and two other women were also abducted during the midnight onslaught in the school neighbourhood. The deceased, Dr Gyang, was the Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at the University. Sources said the bandits invaded…
Manchester United is set to hire former Chelsea technical director Christopher Vivell to bolster their recruitment efforts. Initially joining on a short-term basis to assist during the current transfer window, there is potential for Christopher Vivell to stay longer as the club seeks to enhance its football leadership and recruitment departments. Vivell, who was placed…
The Nigerian Army has denied authorizing some soldiers to harass and manhandle cocoa farmers last Saturday in their farms in Etung LGA of Cross River State. The information officer at the 13 Brigade of Nigerian Army army Càlabar, Cross River State, Capt Jemila Jimoh denied drafting any soldiers to accompany one Mr Mbu Liku, a…
Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has pledged to sustain the payment of N10,000 monthly allowance to corps members deployed to the state. He also promised to introduce a payment of N20,000, at the end of each service year, to the corps members that served as teachers. Fintiri said this at the swearing-in ceremony of the…
Tension has risen in Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State following the reported arrest of Hon. Samuel Agada, a member representing Ogbadibo state constituency in the Benue State House of Assembly. According to sources, Agada was taken into custody by the police after an altercation that occurred when he tried to secure the…
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the South African National Defence Force in order to address the diverse security challenges facing the African continent. During an official visit to meet with the Chief of the South African National…
