…security forces have intensified offensives against terrorist and bandit networks threatening rural communities and major transportation routes. The military has assured residents of Sokoto and neighbouring states of its resolve to sustain ongoing operations aimed at dismantling criminal enclaves, securing farmlands an…

…voter, Madam Oyedade, on Saturday appealed to political leaders to tackle the worsening insecurity in the country, saying no Nigerian feels safe anymore. Speaking with Vanguard in Yoruba while awaiting accreditation at Polling Unit 001, Aye Ward, Aye Ekiti in Ido/Osi Local Government Area of Ekiti State, the centenaria…

…for the commencement of the process. I want to believe that you have seen what is happening now and people are coming out to ensure that they vote for a political party of their choice.” “For INEC I want them to keep up this tempo; around the 2027 election I believe they will continue to keep it up.’ He, however, calls…

…Morales is in hiding while facing charges of alleged trafficking of a minor, which he denies. AFP

…vulnerable communities. Meanwhile, the association also raised fresh concerns over worsening insecurity following the reported abduction of two drivers along the Kassa axis of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. According to BYM, the victims were travelling along the road at about 10 p.m. on Thursday when they were inte…

…design youth development pathways. The boy paying 100 naira to watch a match in Jos or Benin shows up every week without cameras or press releases. His loyalty deserves more humility from those who once held power, especially when they claim titles like "life president." Leadership in football administration requires s…

The Scotland camp and pundits react after two penalty appeals were denied in the World Cup defeat against Morocco.

…and ensure an orderly succession in the service." The statement further noted that Adeniyi would work closely with the Nigeria Customs Service Board during the transition period to address pending personnel matters and strengthen institutional continuity. He is also expected to oversee the promotion of qualified office…

…banks shows significant differences depending on loan categories and customer segments. Zenith Bank's lending rates vary according to loan type and borrower profile. Its MSME loan product, which caters to businesses seeking between N500,000 and N2 million, attracts an annual interest rate of 27%. The bank's Z-Woman loa…

…a critical driver of jobs, manufacturing growth, trade and consumer welfare". "Strengthening visibility across the value chain and fostering collaboration among stakeholders will be essential to unlocking the sector's full potential," she said. According to the Minister, Nigeria's more than 40 million micro, small, and…

…of a sustained high-rate environment, boosted by robust US employment data, are strengthening the American dollar and increasing global interest rates. This causes foreign investors to withdraw capital from emerging markets, including Nigeria, and move funds into US dollar assets. The Nigerian stock market remains subs…

…and virtually every stock ordinary Nigerians trade daily now sits in Group C: GTCO, Zenith Bank, Access Holdings, UBA, FirstHoldCo, Fidelity Bank, Dangote Sugar, Nigerian Breweries, Transcorp, and many more. For these stocks, the investment required to move the price has not changed. What changed is the tick size. Prev…

…Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief has expressed concern over worsening insecurity, growing religious polarisation and persistent impunity in Nigeria, warning that the challenges are undermining fundamental human rights across the country. Speaking at a press conference at the headquarters of the NHRC…

…living with my wife. Our relationship had clearly deteriorated. "Since then, Mercy has denied me access to our home and our children. She also refused to answer my calls. "The last time I visited to see our children, she attacked me and damaged my mobile phone. "My Lord, I am exhausted by my wife's hostility. I respect…

As the SSS continues to adapt under its current leadership, and as the judiciary continues to adjudicate complex security cases, Nigeria has an opportunity to deepen a culture in which justice - not merely force - becomes a cornerstone of national security. Nigeria's fight against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and v…

…his ilk. Advance-fee fraud, popularly known as 419, and ritual killings had become frighteningly prevalent. The tragic end of Andy Okeke served as a cautionary tale, a moral lesson against sacrificing principle on the altar of ambition. Regrettably, the man who played that role now appears to be repeating the same fata…

…finished second in a group that had South Africa, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, and Benin. Eric Chelle’s men then lost to DR Congo in the play-offs. "I also think about how Nigeria hasn't participated since 2018," Rohr told Footy Africa. "I believe this is because when we faced them in the group stage, even though they ha…

The Ewuare II of Benin has summoned native doctors, traditional priests and priestesses to an emergency meeting over the growing insecurity in Edo State and other parts of the country. The directive was contained in a statement issued on Friday and signed by Chief Victor Nosakhare on behalf of the Secretary of the Beni…

…AAC, Olaniyi Ayodele from the People’s Redemption Party, PRP, Victor Adetunji from the Zenith Labour Party, ZLP, and Olu Omotoso from the Action Alliance. Also contesting are Joseph Anifowose from the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, and Ayodele Osinkolu from the Young Progressive Party. However, the contest is anticipate…

…unofficial directives on dress code and document requirements ahead of the medical screening phase. According to the Board, there is no prescribed dress code for candidates participating in the medical screening exercise scheduled to begin on Sunday, June 22, 2026. It reiterated that applicants for positions in the Nig…

…leaders who have praised the governor's efforts in expanding infrastructure, strengthening social services, enhancing security support, revitalizing healthcare delivery and promoting agricultural development across the 23 local government areas of Sokoto State.

…was waiting for them on the water. A violent windstorm that swept through Makurdi that evening turned a routine journey into one of the deadliest river tragedies the community has experienced in recent years. About 40 passengers, mostly women and children, were aboard the wooden boat when fierce winds and turbulent wav…

…the two countries. Afolabi, represented by the Managing Director/CEO of SAHCO, Mrs Adenike Aboderin, said there was a need to strengthen bilateral trade, enhance passenger and cargo handling, trade facilitation, e-commerce partnerships to leverage aviation for economic growth. Aboderin assured that SAHCO was committed…

…print, attributed the development to supply challenges, adding that getting stocks replenished had been difficult in recent weeks. She also linked the disparity in prices to the source of supply. However, when further probed on the latest development, she expressed optimism that the situation was improving. "A few days…

…say the application is designed to create "timeless Yoruba love stories" while strengthening connections among members of the Yoruba community worldwide. Awofisoye explained that the inspiration behind the platform came from the traditional Yoruba concept of "alarina", a trusted intermediary who historically helped fac…