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• Mikano partners Tharwa Polo Team in powerful celebration of leadership, performance

  16-11-2025 23:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Theodore OparaMikano Motors, the exclusive distributor of Changan vehicles in Nigeria, has announced a landmark partnership with Tharwa Polo Team, Nigeria’s premier female-led polo team. This collaboration underscores Mikano’s steadfast commitment to women’s empowerment, leadership, and performance excellence, core values that both brands embody on and off the field.
  Joelle Haykal, Group Executive Director of Mikano International, remarked, “Tharwa represents vision a
  
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• Pope Leo lists Nigeria among countries where Christians face persecution

  16-11-2025 23:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Pope Leo XIV has listed Nigeria among countries where Christians face discrimination and persecution, alongside Bangladesh, Mozambique, Sudan, and others.The pontiff made the remarks on Sunday via his official X account, expressing concern over frequent attacks on Christian communities and places of worship. He urged prayers for peace and solidarity among all believers.“I think especially of Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique, Sudan, and other countries from which we frequently hear of attac
  
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• Akpabio: I cry over killings in Plateau, Tinubu will restore peace

  16-11-2025 23:17 via vanguardngr.com
  Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed deep sorrow over the persistent insecurity in Plateau State, saying he “cries whenever anyone is killed” in the state.Akpabio made the remarks on Saturday at the Jos Polo Field during an All Progressives Congress (APC) event to welcome defectors into the party.
  The gathering attracted top APC leaders from the North-Central zone, including APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, Senator and former Plateau Governor Simon Lalong, an
  
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• Norway thrash Italy, qualify for first World Cup since 1998

  16-11-2025 23:11 via vanguardngr.com
  Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on Sunday which sealed a spot in next summer’s finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Haaland scored the decisive brace in the space of seconds at a soaking San Siro for Norway, who completed Group I with a perfect 24 points from their eight qualifying matches.Norway would have had to lose by nine goals or more in order to be overtaken by Italy for the group’s o
  
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• 2026 WCQ: DR Congo defeat Nigeria on penalties to reach Intercontinental Playoff

  16-11-2025 23:00 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria’s dream of reaching the 2026 World Cup ended on Sunday as DR Congo edged the Super Eagles in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Rabat.Frank Onyeka had given Nigeria the perfect start with an early goal in the third minute, only for Meschak Elia to level for DR Congo in the 32nd minute. Despite several near-misses in extra time, neither side could find a winner, forcing the tie into penalties.The shootout proved a nightmare for the Super Eagles. Calvin Bassey missed th
  
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• Emadeb Petroleum achieves first oil from Ibom field, set to triple production by 2026

  16-11-2025 22:56 via vanguardngr.com
  Emadeb Petroleum Exploration & Production (E&P) Company Limited has announced the successful drilling of its first oil from the Ibom Field, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector.The company, which operates Petroleum Prospecting Licence (PPL) 236, said the achievement is the result of sustained investment, technical expertise, and collaborative effort. Commercial production has now officially commenced from the field.“This milestone undersco
  
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• Police arrest five suspected bandits, recover N2m, cache of arms in Kebbi

  16-11-2025 22:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiThe recently formed Operations Restore Peace, a combination of 36 Mobile Brigade Force (MBF) squadron in Kebbi State, on Sunday successfully arrested five suspected bandits from Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State during an aggressive operation against armed banditry and kidnapping.Kebbi Police spokesperson, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, stated that the suspects were responsible for widespread banditry and kidnappings in Tadurga and several other villages along th
  
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• Tinubu hails Oluwo of Iwo’s 10-year reign as era of cultural rebirth

  16-11-2025 20:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboPresident Bola Tinubu has described the ten-year reign of the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, as a decade marked by cultural revival, peace, and sustained community development.Speaking on Sunday at the monarch’s 10th coronation anniversary in Iwo, Tinubu—represented by the Director-General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, Engr. Olasunkanmi Tegbe—praised the Oluwo as a dynamic and people-focused traditional ruler w
  
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• Lieutenant Yerima escapes assassination attempt in Abuja

  16-11-2025 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiA young Nigerian Navy officer, Lt. A.M. Yerima, who recently had a confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday evening.Military sources told Vanguard that Yerima was trailed by unidentified men dressed in black and riding in two unmarked Hilux vans with no number plates. The vehicles allegedly followed him from the NIPCO Filling Station off Kubwa Expressway to Gado Nasco Way.According to
  
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• Breaking: Lieutenant Yarima escapes assassination attempt in Abuja

  16-11-2025 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiA young Nigerian Navy officer, Lt. A.M. Yarima, who recently had a confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday evening.Military sources told Vanguard that Yarima was trailed by unidentified men dressed in black and riding in two unmarked Hilux vans with no number plates. The vehicles allegedly followed him from the NIPCO Filling Station off the Line Expressway to Gado Nasco Way.According
  
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• Sanwo-Olu’s aide faults NPA over plan to shift focus from Lagos Ports to Warri

  16-11-2025 20:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonLAGOS — The Lagos State Government has criticised the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) for its decision to shift operational focus from Lagos ports to the Warri Port Complex, a move the authority says is aimed at reducing congestion at Apapa and Tin Can Island.Recent NPA operational data showed improved efficiency and cargo handling at the revitalised Warri and Koko ports, suggesting that the shift is already yielding positive results.But reacting to the development, the Se
  
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• UNIZIK names Prof. Anyaechie as new Vice Chancellor

  16-11-2025 19:58 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has appointed Prof. Bond Anyaechie as its substantive Vice Chancellor, marking the end of a year-long leadership impasse that followed the controversial removal of Prof. Bernard Odoh.The announcement was made on Sunday by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Olugbenga Kukoyi, during a press briefing in Abuja.Odoh’s earlier appointment had been reversed by President Bola Tinubu amid allegations of irregularities in the recruitment p
  
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• FIFA WC Playoff – Live updates: Nigeria 1-1 DR Congo

  16-11-2025 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  32′ — GOAL! DR CONGO 1-1 NIGERIA
  Iwobi is caught in possession, and DR Congo pounce. Bakambu sets up Meschak Elia, who taps home from close range to level the score.31′Osimhen breaks free from Tuanzebe on the right, but his cross lacks power and Mpasi gathers comfortably.29′A sloppy pass from Lookman puts Nigeria on the back foot, forcing Chukwueze to foul Elia and stop a DR Congo attack down the right.27′A much improved corner delivery sees Tuanzebe rise, but Nige
  
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• FIFA WC Playoff – Live updates: Nigeria 1-0 DR Congo

  16-11-2025 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  3 min: NIGERIA LEAD!
  The perfect start for the Super Eagles as Frank Onyeka’s deflected strike opens the scoring!KICK-OFF!Kick-off! Action begins in the CAF World Cup play-off final.
  ——————————————————————————————————————-Nigeria and DR Congo will battle tonight fo
  
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• FIFA WC Playoff – Live updates: AET: Nigeria 1-1 DR Congo (3-4 PK).

  16-11-2025 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  DR Congo defeat Nigeria 3-4 on penalties to reach 2026 World Cup Intercontinental Playoff.
  Penalties will decide tonight’s play-off final!120+1′Nwabali is alert to tip Mbemba’s header around the post! Almost a dramatic late winner.120′DR Congo win a free-kick following a clumsy challenge from Adams. Goalkeeper change for DR Congo as Fayulu replaces Mpasi.115‘
  Awaziem replaces Arokodare. A surprising move, as you might have expected the striker to remain for potenti
  
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• Ibadan PDP convention a carnival of shame, lawlessness — Oyo APC

  16-11-2025 19:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has strongly condemned the National Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held in Ibadan over the weekend, describing the exercise as a charade and “a condemnable carnival of shame, lawlessness and impunity.”The APC noted that despite multiple court orders directing that the convention be suspended, the faction led by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde went ahead with the event.According to the party, delegates
  
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• Full List: Osimhen, Salah, Hakimi make final lists for CAF player of the year award

  16-11-2025 19:36 via vanguardngr.com
  The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has officially revealed the top three nominees in each of the Men’s Categories for the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2025.The prestigious event is scheduled to take place in Rabat, Morocco, on 19 November 2025, starting at 19:00 local time (18:00 GMT), celebrating the outstanding performances and achievements that have defined African football over the past year.Leading the race for the Men’s Player of the Year are three of
  
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• ‘Nigeria must confront genocide against Christians with truth, courage’

  16-11-2025 19:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Boluwaji Obahopo, LokojaFormer Kogi State governorship aspirant and women leader, Princess Grace Iye Adejoh, has called on the Federal Government to confront what she described as the systematic genocide against Christians in Nigeria, insisting that silence and denial will only fuel further bloodshed.In a statement issued to journalists in Lokoja, Adejoh lamented that Christians have endured decades of sustained persecution and violence with little meaningful intervention. She wondered why s
  
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• Nigeria XI vs DR Congo: Onyeka starts, Osimhen, Lookman lead attack

  16-11-2025 19:09 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles of Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has made two changes to his starting XI for Sunday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff final against DR Congo.Bright Osayi-Samuel and Akor Adams have been dropped to the bench, while Frank Onyeka comes into the midfield to strengthen the side.
  Up front, Victor Osimhen will lead the attack while Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze will support on the flanks.The confirmed Nigeria XI for the match is:
  Goalkeeper: NwabalilDefenders: Benjamin Freder
  
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• Cross River APC crisis deepens as protesters block secretariat, demand Eba’s resignation

  16-11-2025 19:05 via vanguardngr.com
  … Eba dismisses the allegationsBy Ike Uchechukwu, CalabarThe crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State escalated as members of the party staged a protest demanding the resignation of the state chairman, Barr. Alphonsus Ogar Eba.The protesters, carrying placards with various inscriptions, barricaded the entrance of the party secretariat located along the Murtala Mohammed Highway, opposite the Federal High Court in Calabar.They chanted slogans such as “Ok
  
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• FG targets deployment of 500 CNG stations nationwide in 3 years

  16-11-2025 19:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) has concluded discussions with leading Chinese manufacturer Endurance Group to deploy 500 compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling stations across Nigeria within the next three years, in a move aimed at easing persistent queues at existing stations.Executive Director of MDGIF, Mr. Oluwole Adama, said in a statement in Abuja that the talks focused on establishing a government-backed Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) i
  
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• Fresh legal battle hits Zamfara APC over alleged ‘Illegal’ suspensions

  16-11-2025 18:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – Tensions have resurfaced in the Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as three local party officials have dragged the party and some of its leaders to court, challenging what they describe as unlawful suspensions.The legal action was initiated by Hon. Babangida Aliyu Shinkafi, Kabiru Ibrahim, and Ibrahim DD Kurya, who are contesting both the APC, its state chairman Alhaji Tukur Danfulani Maikatako, and the Shinkafi Local Government chair
  
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• Tinubu’s reforms driving Nigeria’s development – Speaker Abbas

  16-11-2025 18:43 via vanguardngr.com
  …Seeks traditional rulers’ support for national unity and progressBy Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaThe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has said that the reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since taking office are yielding positive results for Nigeria’s development.Speaking at the presentation of utility vehicles to traditional rulers in southern Nigeria on Sunday, Speaker Abbas described the reforms as “tough but necessary,” r
  
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• Forum denies Christian genocide in Gwoza, Borno

  16-11-2025 18:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriThe Gwoza Youth Forum (GYF), an umbrella body of Christian and Muslim youths in Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State, has dismissed reports of a Christian genocide in the area as false and misleading.The forum stated that while Boko Haram insurgency over the past 15 years has caused widespread death and destruction in Gwoza, the attacks were indiscriminate and not targeted at any particular religion.The statement was issued in response to a publication by the Gwoza
  
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• Tinubu to appoint Ambassadors soon – Presidency

  16-11-2025 18:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA —THE Presidency on Sunday said that President Bola Tinubu will soon announce the appointment of ambassadors to man Nigeria embassies in different parts of the world.Recall that there have been calls in various quarters for the President to appoint ambassadors to man foreign missions.President Tinubu in September 2023, recalled all ambassadors from Nigeria’s 109 foreign missions — comprising 76 embassies, 22 high commissions, and 11 consulates &mdash
  
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• Esther Okoronkwo absent as CAF unveils finalists for Women’s Player of the Year

  16-11-2025 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the finalists for its 2025 Women’s Player of the Year award, with Nigeria’s Esther Okoronkwo notably absent from the list.The three players shortlisted for the prestigious award are Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria), Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco), and Sanna Mssoudy (Morocco), highlighting the competitive talent across the continent.Ajibade had an outstanding run at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), being voted Woman of
  
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• Aiyedatiwa transforming Ondo from civil service state to industrial powerhouse – Bisi Akande

  16-11-2025 18:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dayo Johnson, AkureFormer Interim National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Bisi Akande, has commended the Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, for his achievements across key sectors of the state’s economy.Akande praised Governor Aiyedatiwa for redefining Ondo State’s development trajectory, noting that the state is gradually shedding its long-held status as a civil service–dominated environment and evolving into a competitive industrial hub.
  
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• PDP Crisis: Oyo LG chairmen back expulsion of Wike, Fayose, others

  16-11-2025 18:12 via vanguardngr.com
  …hail emergence of Turaki as PDP National ChairmanBy Adeola BadruThe Forum of Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State has thrown its weight behind the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike; former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose; the party’s National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade; and seven other senior party leaders over alleged anti-party activities.The forum also congratulated Kabiru Tanimu Tura
  
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• Monye’s Resignation: Obidient Movement at a crossroads, says founding member

  16-11-2025 18:07 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Obidient Movement is once again grappling with internal tensions as one of its founding figures, Marcel Ngogbehei, says the collective has drifted from its original grassroots foundation.Ngogbehei, Founding Chairman of the Coalition for Peter Obi (CPO), made the remarks in a statement he issued while reacting to the resignation of prominent mobiliser, Morris Monye, who quit the movement citing “harassment, lack of support, and abandonment.”Acco
  
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• I will remain in the YPP – Paul Chukwuma

  16-11-2025 18:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Vincent UjumaduThe candidate of the Young Progressive Party (YPP) in the November 8, 2025 Anambra State governorship election, Sir Paul Chukwuma, has declared that he will remain in the party.Addressing his supporters in Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area, Chukwuma said he had no intention of dumping the YPP—a declaration that came as a surprise to some members of his political base.“I have taken the time to think through it. I have entertained arguments and efforts to co
  
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• One dead, six injured in Lagos auto crash

  16-11-2025 18:00 via vanguardngr.com
  …As LASTMA nabs fleeing truck driverBy Olasunkanmi AkoniAt least one person has died and six others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a tragic road accident that occurred early Sunday around Majidun, inward Ogolonto, directly opposite MRS Filling Station along Ikorodu Road, Lagos.The collision involved a Volkswagen commercial bus with registration number EPE 494 XM and a stationary tipper truck.According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), preliminary investi
  
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• Ebonyi unveils building approval compliance form to curb building collapse

  16-11-2025 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jeff AgbodoABAKALIKI — The Ebonyi State Government has introduced a Professional Building Approval Compliance Form for all developers, aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight and curbing incidents of building collapse across the state.The new compliance form, unveiled through the Ministry of Capital City Development and Urban Planning, is designed to ensure adherence to best practices in the construction industry and to serve as a key determinant for granting building approvals.Com
  
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• Judiciary’s independence is compromised, without control of its finances – NBA

  16-11-2025 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  insists financial autonomy is non negotiable — Wants election matters resolved before swearing inBy Dayo Johnson Akure The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, weekend declared that financial autonomy for the judiciary is non negotiable.In a communique issued after, the NBA Akure, Branch seven day law week, held in the state capital, they declared that the “Judiciary is severely compromised by financial dependence on the Executive, undermining its ability to function impart
  
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• Financial dependence undermines judges’ independence – NBA

  16-11-2025 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  …Insists financial autonomy is non-negotiable…calls for election matters to be resolved before swearing-inBy Dayo Johnson, AkureThe Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has declared that financial autonomy for the judiciary is non-negotiable.In a communique issued after the NBA Akure Branch’s seven-day Law Week held in the state capital, the association stated that the judiciary is severely compromised by its financial dependence on the executive, undermining its ability to functi
  
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• Police kill armed robber, rescue kidnap victim, arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Ebonyi

  16-11-2025 17:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jeff AgbodoABAKALIKI — Police in Ebonyi State have killed an armed robber along the Ehamufu–Nkalagu Road in Ishielu Local Government Area and recovered an AK-47 rifle loaded with ten rounds of ammunition.The command also rescued a kidnap victim and arrested three suspected kidnappers in Ezzangbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area.In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Joshua Ukandu, warned that Ebonyi State is no longer conducive for criminal elements and urged them
  
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• End carnage in North East, YOWICAN tells FG

  16-11-2025 17:49 via vanguardngr.com
  …Says Trump’s Concern for Nigeria Is a Wake-Up CallBy Femi Bolaji, JalingoThe Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), North East Chapter, has urged the Federal Government to bring an end to the persistent carnage in the region, insisting that the people have endured enough suffering.Speaking at the weekend during the maiden North East convention of YOWICAN in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, the National Secretary of the group, Elijah Bako, also said Preside
  
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• PDP can’t fight itself and save Nigeria’s democracy, Olawepo-Hashim warns

  16-11-2025 17:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — Founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former presidential candidate, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has expressed fresh concern over deepening divisions within the party, warning that the escalating internal crises pose a threat to Nigeria’s democratic stability.His caution came on Sunday as one faction of the PDP proceeded with a controversial National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, despite conflicting court rulings and an existing judgmen
  
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• Okopebholo inherited a state abandoned for eight years – Oshiomhole

  16-11-2025 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY – FORMER governor of Edo State and the senator representing Edo North in the National Assembly, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole on Sunday said Governor Monday Okpebholo inherited a state that was abandoned for eight years.He however said that in one, Okpebholo was already fixing back the state and making governance all about the people.Oshiomhole spoke to some journalists in Benin City on the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) claim that Okpebholo’s one year
  
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• Herders kill two traders in ambush, POS operator murdered by bandits in Benue communities

  16-11-2025 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiAt least three persons have been reportedly killed in two separate attacks on Nzaav and Zaki Biam communities by armed herdsmen and bandits in Kwande and Logo Local Government Areas, LGAs, of Benue state respectively.It was gathered that the Kwande incident claimed two lives and while the attack in Zaki Biam claimed the life of a young female POS operator.A resident disclosed that the victims of the Kwande attack were ambushed on Saturday while returning from the popular J
  
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• Portugal qualify for 2026 World Cup after thrashing Armenia 9-1

  16-11-2025 17:16 via vanguardngr.com
  Portugal crushed Armenia 9-1 without suspended talisman Cristiano Ronaldo to clinch qualification for the 2026 World Cup finals on Sunday.Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes and Paris Saint-Germain’s Joao Neves both scored hat-tricks as Roberto Martinez’s side racked up a huge win in Porto to top Group F.Renato Veiga got the ball rolling for Portugal, with Goncalo Ramos and Francisco Conceicao also on the scoresheet.After a draw in Hungary in October and a surprise defeat at I
  
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• Nigerian man arrested after stabbing father to death, injuring two sisters in U.S

  16-11-2025 17:12 via vanguardngr.com
  A 27-year-old man, Chukwuebuka Eweni, has been taken into custody by New Orleans police after reportedly stabbing his father to death and injuring his two sisters in a domestic attack on Pebble Street.Family members confirmed to WWL Louisiana that Samuel Eweni was a computer sciences professor at Southern University at New Orleans.Relatives said he and his two daughters were stabbed Tuesday night by Chukwuebuka Eweni, who is the son and brother of the victims. One of the victims was releas
  
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• Trade fair: Sanwo-Olu reiterates commitment to enabling environment for MSMEs

  16-11-2025 16:31 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jeffery AkpaborLagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the business climate in the state, especially for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs. The governor, made the pledge, yesterday, at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Lagos International Trade Fair, held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos Island. The governor, who was represented at the ceremony by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omoto
  
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• Curacao on brink of making history as smallest-ever country to qualify for World Cup

  16-11-2025 16:09 via vanguardngr.com
  Curacao are just one point away from becoming the smallest country ever to qualify for a World Cup.The Caribbean island nation hammered Bermuda 7-0 on Thursday, moving to 11 points from five games at the top of Group B in Concacaf qualifying.
  Just a single point against second-placed Jamaica on Nov. 19 will secure World Cup history for Curacao.With a population of only 156,115 and a land area of 444 km²—smaller than the Isle of Man—Curacao is on the verge of surpassing Iceland,
  
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• Gattuso criticises Africa’s increased World Cup slots as Italy risks missing out

  16-11-2025 14:52 via vanguardngr.com
  Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso has called for a review of FIFA’s World Cup qualification process as the Azzurri face the possibility of missing the tournament for a third consecutive time.Italy must defeat Norway by nine clear goals on Sunday to top Group I and avoid entering the European playoffs yet again. Despite a 2-0 win over Moldova on Thursday — their sixth victory in seven games —
  Norway remain firmly ahead with seven straight wins, including a 3-0 victory over Italy, giv
  
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• Otti not opposed to creation of Aba State – Abia monarch

  16-11-2025 14:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ugochukwu AlaribeUMUAHIA – The traditional ruler of Umuola Egbelu autonomous community,in Aba North council area of Abia State,Eze Love Wogu,has clarified that Governor Alex Otti is not opposed to the creation of Aba state from Abia state, contrary to the beliefs in some quarters.In an interview with journalists in Aba,Eze Wogu ,who is the chairman of the Aba State Movement, explained that the Governor has continued to support the movement anytime they need his support.He said;”Y
  
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• Expulsion: Turnah  faults  PDP reports, reaffirms loyalty to Wike 

  16-11-2025 14:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emem Idio, Yenagoa The Zonal Secretary, South- South of the Peoples  Democratic Party ,PDP, and caretaker Chairman of Bayelsa State PDP, Hon George Turnah, has faulted the report of his expulsion from the party.Turnah, in a statement by his Media Assistant, Kelvin Egbo, urged members of the public to disregard news of his expulsion announced at the “social gathering in Ibadan.”Turnah noted that the PDP has not held another national convention aside from the one held in
  
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• Imo transmission incident a dispute, not abduction — Police

  16-11-2025 13:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI — The Imo State Police Command has dismissed reports alleging the abduction or hostage-taking of operators at the Egbu Transmission Substation in Owerri.Claims had circulated on Saturday suggesting that some workers at the facility were abducted, but the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, clarified in a statement on Sunday that the incident was an “operational disagreement” between the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and th
  
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• Edo government wants FG to halt drilling in disputed oil wells with Delta

  16-11-2025 13:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE government of Edo State weekend called on President Bola Tinubu to halt further drilling of crude in the disputed oil wells between Edo and Delta states until resolution of the matter.The Deputy Governor of the state, Hon Dennis Idahosa made the call  when he received members of the National Boundary Commission (NBC) led by its Director General, Adamu Adaji.Idahosa  also  called for the freezing of the accounts of the Delta state based
  
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• Why Ogun 2027 Is Becoming a One-Man Race

  16-11-2025 13:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kayode OladeleThere comes a moment in every political cycle when the fog lifts, the noise clears, and the real contenders separate themselves from the crowd. Ogun State is arriving at that moment. For all the chatter, the hints, the half-hearted consultations, and the cautious body language from various aspirants, one reality is overpowering the rest: Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola Yayi has become the gravitational centre of the 2027 governorship race. The ground is shifting, silently but
  
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• Lagos AG debunks “Appeal Court clearance” claim on Baba Ijesha

  16-11-2025 13:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry OjeluThe Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN, has debunked reports claiming that actor Olanrewaju James, known as Baba Ijesha, was freed after being cleared by the Court of Appeal, describing the circulating narrative as “false, misleading and irresponsible.”Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Sunday, Pedro said his office was alarmed by a social media post authored by actor Yomi Fabiyi and later reproduced in an online publicatio
  
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