…jacket, were also recovered. "Other items included one empty first aid box and five mobile phones believed to be linked to the syndicate's criminal activities. "The suspects are currently in custody for further investigation and will face prosecution in accordance with the law. "The Headquarters Joint Task Force South-…
…across Eastern Washington. The Washington National Guard said on X it was “rapidly mobilizing units” to assist Spokane. bur-hol/abs The post Thousands told to evacuate as wildfires worsen in Washington state appeared first on Vanguard News.
The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on OPIC, Housing and Special Projects, Prince Farooq Adenugba, has said sustained engagement with young people is critical to promoting inclusive governance and addressing challenges confronting communities across the state. Adenugba, according to a statement he issued on …
The Presidency on Saturday criticised representatives of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria for their conduct during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the clerics are not the sole custodians of the truth about the state of the nation. Also, the Independent National Electoral Commissio…
GistReel Presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government’s response to the security situation in Oyo State, arguing that the presidency did not act swiftly enough. Speaking during a public engagement, Obi claimed that the President did not contact the Oyo State governor for 50 days despite the se…
The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency has commenced repairs on the 13-kilometre dilapidated Kano Eastern Bypass as part of measures to reduce traffic congestion in Kano metropolis. The Supervising Engineer, Sarfil Umar, disclosed this while speaking with journalists during an inspection of the project on Saturday in Kan…
A renowned climber who served in the British special forces has died following an avalanche on one of the world’s highest mountains. According to Sky News, the company co-founded by Nirmal Purja – Elite Exped – has confirmed that the former British Army and Royal Marines soldier has died in Pakistan. Purja, known as Ni…
Management consultant and organisational strategist, Michael Ugbewanko, has been admitted into the Forbes Human Resources Council, an invitation-only organisation for senior human resources executives, chief people officers, founders and business leaders. Ugbewanko, who is the lead consultant at Dmidaf Global Consult, …
…emergency. The agency warned that insecurity, population displacement, population mobility and cross-border movements were complicating response efforts and increasing the risk of further disease spread across affected regions. WHO said national authorities, alongside the organisation and other partners, were implement…
…Erondu, who is currently a member of the Abia State House of Assembly representing Obingwa West Constituency, said the primary election conducted on May 16, 2026, across the 65 electoral wards in the six local government areas of Abia South Senatorial District returned him as the winner. Erondu Jr. said his mandate was…
…duly nominated APC candidate for the senatorial district. The lawmaker, who represents Obingwa West Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, said he emerged winner of the APC primary election held on May 16, 2026, across the 65 electoral wards in the six local government areas that make up Abia South Senatoria…
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated the new National Headquarters of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, and commended the Society for its impact on nation-building. While unveiling the edifice named Hassanat Abebi Okunnu House in Surulere, Lagos, the President said government alone cannot build the nation of o…
…He said that to advance national development, there is need for leaders who know how to mobilise resources and make it work. In his keynote address, the Vice Chancellor of Caleb University, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, reiterated the call for a new breed of leaders. The Vice Chancellor said that there is need to redefine le…
Star striker Temwa Chawinga created one goal and scored another as Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) giant killers Malawi beat Egypt 3-1 on Saturday to provisionally top Group C in Rabat. Defending champions Nigeria face Zambia later in the Moroccan capital and, if they fail to win, debutants Malawi would qualify …
The Government of Canada has released a list of 10 key tips to help travellers, immigrants, and prospective citizens submit complete applications and avoid mistakes that could delay processing. In a post obtained from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s X handle on Saturday, the guidance encourages appli…
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigeria Police Force on Saturday expressed profound pride and delight over the historic gold medal victory of Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Iniedu, said, “Nathaniel delivered a commanding p…
…inspire his administration. Mutfwang stated this at the public presentation of Jang’s autobiography, “From Soldiering to Politics: Here I Stand,” held as part of activities marking the former governor’s 80th birthday in Jos. The governor said Jang’s influence on his political career went beyond helping him attain offic…
…this at the inauguration of state coordinators of the RiseUpNaija Movement, a political mobilisation platform comprising young Nigerians drawn from the All Progressives Congress, the Peoples Democratic Party, the Labour Party, the New Nigeria Peoples Party and other political platforms, which has thrown its weight behi…
…how grief and trauma reshaped her life entirelyThe actress disclosed she developed a phobia of flying after her sister's death and went years without boarding a flightPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Nollywood actress Uchenna Nnanna has broken he…
…groups, saying they “should never have become enemies.” Jang made the remark in his autobiography, From Airman to Politics – My Life, unveiled on Saturday in Jos as part of activities marking his 80th birthday. In an excerpt from the book, the former governor reflected on the history of peaceful coexistence between the…
…in Jos during the celebration of his 80th birthday and the public presentation of his autobiography, From Airman to Politics, held as part of activities marking the milestone. Reflecting on eight decades of life, military service and politics, the former governor said time had taught him that the pursuit of power, fame…
…of Plateau State and senator. Former Governor Jang, who turned 80, also unveiled his autobiography, Airman to Politics: My Life, during the event.
…recovered from the suspects included one Volkswagen Golf vehicle, vehicle keys, four mobile phones of different brands, cow meat and the sum of N317,950.00. The suspects are currently in military custody undergoing further investigation.''the statement reads in part Similarly, on July 29, the wife of an ISWAP Chief Fin…
A former member of the House of Representatives, Aminu Danmaliki, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress and joined the Peoples Redemption Party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Danmaliki, who represented Bauchi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and has been active in politics since 2003…
GistReel A woman identifying herself as a military wife has sparked debate online after declaring that military wives would not support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election over concerns about soldiers’ welfare and pay. In a video circulating on social media, the woman argued that although serving militar…