…circumstances. During preliminary interrogation, the occupants failed to provide satisfactory accounts regarding the ownership and purpose of the vehicles," Bakori said. "The suspects and the vehicles are currently being processed for further investigation. We will ensure that the law takes its full course," he added.…

…earlier for the state's 50th anniversary celebrations, during which a fruit concentrate factory was commissioned by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, who represented the President at the ceremony. He said a beer factory and a fruit juice factory among the commissioned projects were still awaiting…

…cables and other electrical installations from churches, residential buildings, factories and government facilities. The statement said a search of the suspect's residence led to the recovery of cut-to-size armoured cables, bundles of vandalised electrical wires, pliers, an iron-cutting blade, a hammer and other tools…

…to build digital infrastructure linking the country’s farms, mines, power projects, and factories, including a pilot for a digital shilling. In April 2026, it acquired a majority stake in local capital markets firm AKIBA International to strengthen its infrastructure for real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation, cross-borde…

…production costs. He added that the over-reliance on imported inputs, compounded by factors such as exchange rate volatility, had driven costs off limits of sustainability and threatens Nigeria's industrial future. According to him, Nigeria must reduce its dependence on foreign raw materials by at least 60 per cent ove…

…tide of insecurity sufficiently. Do we surrender our sovereignty to violent non-state actors and look away from these grim realities? We cannot look away at all. The reason is not far-fetched: We have the responsibility to act under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended). And the respons…

…pay will soon degenerate into arrears and fresh labour disputes. Furthermore, they must factor in productivity and value, because wages must be matched by improved public-service delivery, decent work standards and an economy that rewards effort with real purchasing power. A fitting national minimum wage must therefore…

…national security capability. Violent extremists, organised criminal groups, and hostile actors increasingly weaponise misinformation, disinformation, fear, and propaganda. Their objective is not merely to inflict physical harm but also to undermine public confidence in state institutions and weaken social cohesion. Go…

…civil society representatives, digital rights advocates, researchers and democracy actors from the South-West and South-East geopolitical zones. In the communiqué, participants observed that the spread of false information on digital platforms has become a major challenge capable of influencing voter behaviour and weak…

…outside the approved budget, including information on procurement processes, contractors involved and sources of funding. The party added that any deductions from state allocations found to have been made unlawfully should be refunded, while relevant anti-corruption agencies should investigate any evidence of financial…

…was gathered that the fire, which occurred late on Saturday, originated from a faulty factory machine and spread before the arrival of firefighters from the Anambra State Fire Service. Some eyewitnesses near the facility said the fire raged for several minutes before firefighters arrived, battled the blaze and prevente…

…adds a profit margin, and that pushes the price higher. "Scarcity is another major factor. Stockfish is not readily available now, and demand exceeds supply. "Exchange rate fluctuations also contribute because stockfish is imported. Whenever the naira weakens against the dollar, import costs rise, and the effect is ref…

…countries, most notably Argentina, as their own during the competition. Bangladeshi actor and football enthusiast, Audite Karim, said it was difficult to accept that countries with such large fan bases continue to lag behind in the sport. According to British academic and economist, Stefan Szymanski, population size al…

…and elders," he said. "A leader who cannot manage success without alienating his benefactors is bound for an administrative awakening." The group said the June 20, 2026, Ondo South Senatorial by-election reflected the impact of what it described as the governor's "isolationist approach." According to Asagunla, although…

…for intervention. The NiHSA DG argued, "Lagos is a coastal state, and so it has lots of factors that can influence flooding within the state, peculiar to Lagos. "Lagos is a very large urban city, and then it also has a very large river that cuts through the city, and then it is just by the ocean. So, with this, all the…

…flaring Measles is a viral disease, and respiratory infections are influenced by many factors, including lack of nutrition, vaccination, and access to healthcare. However, the science is clear on another point: prolonged exposure to pollution from gas flaring damages the lungs. Studies have linked the fine particles an…

…poor nutrition, lack of vaccination, unsafe water, and delayed access to care as factors making children vulnerable to the illnesses. They also stated that overcrowding, air pollution and delayed treatment contribute significantly to mortality. A senior paediatric consultant at the University College Hospital, Ibadan,…

…weekend. In New York City, the heat index — the apparent temperature when humidity is factored in — stood at 105F (41C) in mid-afternoon. AFP

…discharging a sustained, forceful jet of water rather than a single burst, a factor that led authorities to treat the attacks as criminal assault rather than a prank. Speaking to local broadcaster ABC13 after his release, Cayce defended his actions, saying he prayed before each outing and insisting the water guns were…

…publish details of all projects executed outside the approved budget, including contractors involved, procurement processes followed and officials who authorised the spending. He further called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commissio…

…that the state government planned to deploy between 140 and 150 additional waste compactors and accelerate the transition from a linear waste disposal system to waste recovery. "The governor has said they are bringing in about 140 to 150 compactors to augment what LAWMA has at the moment. "If, by the end of the year, t…

The palace of the Ooni of Ife has denied claims by actor, James Olarenwaju, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, that he was conferred with a chieftaincy title by the monarch. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the Ooni's spokeperson, Moses Olafare, said he was aware that the actor received a car from the monarch but knew…

…all official documents signed since assuming office for forensic analysis. *All relevant actors, including officials of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Office of the Accountant-General, and Head of Civil Service, should be questioned. *The EFCC, ICPC, and Nigeria Police Force must immediately commence a full-scale investi…

…familiar with ongoing coalition discussions told Saturday Vanguard that some political actors had become increasingly cautious about the emerging Obi-Atiku split and the rush into the NDC platform. One source said there were fears that influential figures linked to the party maintained close relationships with elements…

…figures represent the maximum possible value. The final amount offered depends on factors including the device’s age, model, storage capacity and physical condition. The value may also be adjusted after inspection if the device does not match the condition described during the trade-in process. Updated trade-in values…