Gunmen have ambushed a bus carrying Syrian soldiers in the country’s east, killing at least 20 and wounding others, opposition activists said Friday. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said 23 Syrian soldiers were killed and 10 were wounded in the attack on a desert road near the eastern town of Mayadeen in Deir…
Real Madrid first Choice goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in training and may miss the majority of the season. A statement on its official club website said Courtois has been diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee and would require surgery. The 31-year-old…
Nigerian President and Chairman of ECOWAS, President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over the 2nd Extraordinary Summit to examine developments in the Socio-Political situation in the Republic of Niger. Declaring open the meeting, the Chairman of ECOWAS President Bola Tinubu stressed the need to prioritize diplomatic negotiations and dialogue in the call for the reinstatement…
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has said it has received written statements from football stakeholders in Cameroon to investigate FECAFOOT president Samuel Eto’o for alleged improper conduct. In a statement released on Wednesday, CAF said it is looking into these requests based on and in accordance with the its Statutes and Regulations. The football body…
Kamsiyochukwu Nkechinyere Umeh, a student of Deeper Life High School, who gained nationwide recognition for achieving the highest score of 360 in the 2023 UTME, has continued to impress with her recent results from the West African Examination Council, WAEC. In a phone call with Vanguard, Kamsiyochukwu’s father, Mr. Umeh, shared that her daughter secured…
The bodies of 11 people have been found after fire broke out at a holiday home for persons with disability in the Haut-Rhin department town of Wintzenheim, in eastern France, local authorities say. Chief fire commander in Wintzenheim and head of rescue operations, Philippe Hauwiller, said 17 other persons were led to safety with one…
The Chief Executive Officer of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy, has taken to his Twitter handle to unveil a new female artiste, Lifesize Teddy. Introducing the artiste, Don Jazzy said she is a rapper, poet, singer and songwriter. The music executive wrote, “Unveiling a new artist is a reminder of how an artist have let themselves…
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), to strengthen systematic mechanisms to attract second and third-generation Nigerians in the Diaspora to contribute towards nation-building. Dr Okonjo-Iweala stated when she was honoured as the “Diaspora Icon” by the Chairman Nigerians In Diaspora Commission Mrs…
“In a courtroom session at Ikeja Magistrates’ Court, a 44-year-old man named Afeez Oriyomi faced charges today related to the alleged theft of 460 litres of diesel valued at N368,000. The accused, Oriyomi, whose residence details were not disclosed, entered a plea of not guilty to the two-count charge of theft and conspiracy. According to…
The Rivers State Government has initiated an investigation in response to complaints lodged by several nursing mothers who alleged that personnel within health centers were involved in the sale of immunization vaccines. The government has made it clear that any employees found engaging in the sale of vaccines will be subjected to disciplinary measures. Dr….
At the second CG’s conference held in Abuja, Ahmed Audi, the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, revealed that within two years, more than 100 illegal refineries had been dismantled and around 200 individuals had been apprehended in connection with these activities. CG Audi urged the Corps’ personnel to escalate their…
Governor Muhammadu Yahaya of Gombe State expressed deep sorrow over the tragic killing of Sheikh Ibrahim Albani, a respected Islamic scholar. The scholar was brutally murdered by alleged thieves who invaded his residence in the Tabra area along the state metropolis bypass. Governor Yahaya attended the funeral prayer for Sheikh Ibrahim Albani at the Bolari…
Former United States President Donald Trump has said he will rescind the open border policy of his successor, President Joe Biden, and see to the “largest domestic eviction operation in American history” if he emerges winner of the 2024 presidential polls. Trump made this known during a campaign event in New Hampshire, stressing that he…
West Ham United have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Manchester United to sign England defender, Harry Maguire. After losing out to Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez in playing time and losing his position as club captain to Bruno Fernandes, Maguire has been facing a doubtful future at Manchester United. West Ham have emerged…
Some Nigerians have criticized a viral video where the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio was telling senators that the clerk of the National Assembly will send money to them to enable them to enjoy their holiday. On Tuesday, after the announcement of the leadership of standing committees, the Senate adjourned sitting till September 26, 2023 to…
Canadian rapper Tory Lanez has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for shooting grammy award winner Megan Thee Stallion. In December 2022, Tory was convicted and charged with three gun-related charges, which included assault with a semiautomatic handgun; carrying a loaded unregistered firearm in a vehicle; and discharging a firearm with gross negligence. The incident…
The Commander, Osun Amotekun Corps, Retired Brig.-Gen. Bashir Adewinmbi, on Tuesday, said the corps arrested a 37-year-old man who specialises in breaking into houses and stealing in the state. Adewinmbi, in a statement, said the suspect, who hails from Ibadan, Oyo State, was arrested in Ode-Omu, Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun, on Monday. “Operatives…
41 migrants have died in a shipwreck off the Italian island of Lampedusa. Four people who survived the disaster told rescuers that they were on a boat that had set off from Sfax in Tunisia and sank on its way to Italy. The survivors, originally from the Ivory Coast and Guinea reached Lampedusa on Wednesday….
World record holder in the 100m hurdles Tobi Amusan was not listed in the AFN athletes world championship, due to charges against her by Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for missing three doping tests. The Athletic Federation of Nigeria (AFN) on Tuesday released Nigeria’s squad list for the 2023 World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary. According…
The nationwide protest of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) set to commence on Wednesday has been called off after closed door meeting with the Senate. Addressing the media shortly after the meeting, the National President of the Association, Dr Emeka Innocent Orji said it was concluded that the Association should be at the…
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) says over two million students and staff of higher education institutions in the country will have access to online academic resources through the deployment of the Blackboard learning platform. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, stated this in Abuja, at the flag-off of a three-day workshop on the Implementation of…
The Federal Government on Monday said it did not proceed with the contempt suit it planned to file against Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) for organizing nationwide protest against fuel subsidy removal on August 2, 2023. The National Industry Court had stopped the organized labour from going on strike, however…
In Kano State, a Sharia Court has ruled that Abdulwahab Yusuf, a 23-year-old man who admitted to stealing cow skin valued at N8,500, should be remanded in a correctional facility. Yusuf, a resident of Tukuntawa Quarters in Kano, was brought before the court on a theft charge by the police. Presiding Judge Umar Lawal-Abubakar adjourned…
The Ogun State Government announced that the agro international airport on Iperu-Ilishan Road in Illenne Local Government Area was nearly 90% complete. The State Commissioner of Works, Ade Akinsanya, provided this update during an inspection of various projects by the acting Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, as conveyed in a statement released by the…
Evantoyra, also known by his birth name Jephthah Swanta David, is a gifted Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. Hailing from Nigeria, a country renowned for its vibrant creative scene, Evantoyra is a standout among young creators, contributing to some of Africa’s finest musical sounds. Recognized and respected within the Nigerian music industry, Evantoyra has…
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has suggested that there is ample room for dialogue between President Bola Tinubu and the leaders of the Niger coup, as well as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Speaking in an interview with Arise Television, George emphasized the importance…
Erik ten Hag is reportedly still looking to add a new central defender and a midfield lynch-pin to Manchester United’s squad this summer. Goalkeeper Andre Onana, Rasmus Hojlund, and attacking midfielder Mason Mount have all already signed contracts with the Red Devils. According to Mirror Football, Ten Hag is interested in Amrabat, who he coached…
A mob gathered on Monday following an unfortunate incident involving a man named Yusuf who was struck by a BRT bus. Allegedly, Yusuf had been pushed by policemen in the Ketu area of Lagos State, leading to the tragic collision with the vehicle. The Lagos State Police Command, however, refuted claims of an attack on…
Niger coup leaders have announced former Economist Minister, Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine as the new Prime Minister. The military junta spokesperson Colonel Major Amadou Abdramane announced this on Monday night. about two weeks after the coup. Ali Lamine served as the Minister of Economy and finance in 2002 under the administration of former President Mamadou…
Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji OPHD have rescued five travelers abducted by bandits along Tsafe – Gusau road in Zamfara state. The troops responded to a distress call about armed bandits kidnap activities and robbery along Tsafe – Gusau highway between Tazame and Tabbani villages under Bungudu LGA of Zamfara state. They swung into action…
Supervisors, invigilators, school proprietors, and principals caught in the act of aiding and abetting examination malpractice during the conduct of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination WASSCE for school candidates are being investigated by the Police. The Head of National Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Patrick Areghan made this known…
