…the law. The resolutions followed a motion of urgent national importance on escalating attacks, abductions and killings of serving and retired military personnel, sponsored by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Senator Abdulaziz Yar'Adua, during plenary on Tuesday, July 7. The Senate condemned, in strong terms, th…
…5.4 percent to $74.23 a barrel. The US has launched extensive strikes on Iran following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a wave of reprisals against American bases in the Gulf. The post Oil prices jump to 74$ per barrel after Trump says Iran ceasefire over appeared first on Vanguard News.
…was “over” on Wednesday, after fighting flared between the countries sparked by Iranian attacks on ships in the vital Strait of Hormuz. The strategic shipping route remains a flashpoint in the conflict, which began in late February with massive US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Tehran insists on controlling the waterway, say…
…the law. The resolutions followed a motion of urgent national importance on escalating attacks, abductions and killings of serving and retired military personnel, sponsored by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Senator Abdulaziz Yar'Adua, during plenary, yesterday. The Senate condemned, in strong terms, the worsen…
…on security in the state, reporting significant improvements after months of violent attacks. He said Mr. President sought updates on the condition of internally displaced persons (IDPs), their return to their communities and the security measures being implemented to support farming during the planting season. “Previo…
…war effort, triggering fuel shortages across the country. Both sides had vowed fresh attacks after Russia struck apartment buildings in Kyiv last week, killing more than 30 people, including entire families. US-led attempts to broker an end to the more than four-year war have gone nowhere. The White House said Trump wo…
…safety of its citizens in South Africa following the continued xenophobic protests and attacks on migrants, especially after the deaths of two Nigerians, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu. She said the federal government had demanded that South African authorities urgently investigate the killings and ensure that tho…
…his career, saying it has helped shape him as a person. "I'm thankful even for the attacks I receive, turning 40 - and I hope to live another 40 years - with the criticism, that's how you grow the most as a person, and I thank you, journalists, for that," he said.
…It is reflected in institutions that steadily improve their capacity to prevent attacks, dismantle criminal networks, rescue victims, prosecute offenders, protect vulnerable communities, and earn the confidence of citizens. It is measured by the ability of government institutions to work together against increasingly i…
The Federal Government has warned that Nigeria may consider additional measures if attacks on its citizens in South Africa persist. This is as the country condemned the killing of two Nigerian nationals in South Africa and demanded immediate investigations, warning that the continued targeting of foreigners, particular…
…and experience to see how relative things can be,” he said. “I even say thanks for the attacks I feel after I turned 40… the criticism is how you grow, so thank you for doing this.” Ending the press conference, Ronaldo said he had no regrets about his commitment to football. “Whatever happens tomorrow, Cristiano Ronald…
…see how relative things can be,” he said, turning reflective. “I even say thanks for the attacks I feel after I turned 40… the criticism is how you grow, so thank you for doing this.” Ronaldo even picked out one reporter because “I know he does not like me” and challenged him to ask a question. “To speak to you, some o…
…and minority groups remain the most vulnerable to online harassment, coordinated attacks and hate speech during election periods. "Participants also acknowledged that while Artificial Intelligence presents opportunities for journalism and civic engagement, it equally poses new risks through synthetic media, manipulated…
…part of a local security arrangement established to protect residents from the recurring attacks that have plagued the area. Tengwong lamented the worsening security situation in Barkin Ladi, saying residents continue to live in fear despite the presence of security personnel. “The attackers came and killed these men w…
…authorities to protect vulnerable communities and prosecute those responsible for attacks.
…the Nigerian government to protect vulnerable communities and prosecute perpetrators of attacks. PUNCH Online also reports that the US House Appropriations Committee in April 2026 passed provisions in its annual State Department funding bill that impose stricter oversight and conditions on financial assistance to Niger…
…The government also expressed concern over what it described as a growing pattern of attacks against Nigerians and other foreigners in South Africa, warning that continued violence could strain bilateral relations. In a statement issued on Sunday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa,…
…present with dry coughs and skin rashes, while adults often complain of asthma attacks and respiratory infections. The healthcare worker acknowledged that living close to gas-flaring facilities could worsen existing respiratory conditions. "People who already have asthma or breathing problems are particularly vulnerabl…
…has impaired his standing in political and social circles and subjected him to needless attacks upon his integrity and personality,” the letter added. As part of its demands, Arabambi’s legal team requested that Obi, within seven days of receiving the letter, issue “a clear, unequivocal and unconditional retraction” of…
…motorised water gun. He reportedly taunted his victims and shared videos of the attacks on social media. The Houston Police Department disclosed this in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Thursday and sighted by our correspondent on Saturday. The department said its Major Offenders Division, working wi…
Jihadists and their separatist Tuareg allies hit Mali with fresh coordinated attacks Saturday, striking multiple towns and a prison, according to the army, residents and security sources. The fighting, which started around 5:00 am (0500 GMT), came more than two months after the same groups staged attacks against the ru…
…and the inability of farmers to access their farmlands, saying banditry and insurgent attacks had turned agrarian communities into displacement camps. "This food crisis stems from two critical structural failures: insecurity and farmers' inability to access their lands. Banditry and insurgency have turned agrarian comm…
…Orogun, Edjekota, Oviri-Ogor, Evwreni, and their neighboring settlements, the fear of attacks by suspected armed herdsmen has become a daily reality. Farmers now venture into their farmlands with uncertainty, while families live in constant fear of the next attack. Agriculture remains the backbone of the local economy…
…mineral wealth lies a growing security crisis. Across several mining communities, armed attacks have become increasingly frequent, turning mining sites into dangerous flashpoints where miners risk their lives in pursuit of their livelihoods. The latest incident occurred at Nyango, Gyel District in Jos South Local Gover…
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has inspected the ongoing construction of Justice Saidu Kawu Court House, expressing satisfaction with the pace and quality of work done so far. Accompanied by the State's Chief Judge, Justice Abiodun Ayodele Adebara, the Governor said the multistorey project is borne out of …