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• 2025 Budget: Soludo requests virement from House of Assembly

  11-12-2025 13:33 via vanguardngr.com
  By Vincent UjumaduAnambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has written to the state House of Assembly seeking approval for a virement in the 2025 budget.According to the letter, the request became necessary due to emerging priorities, limited resources, and the prevailing economic challenges. The letter, read during plenary by the Speaker, Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, sought authorization for adjustments to both capital and recurrent expenditures, as well as capital receipts in the already
  
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• Turaki leads PDP leaders on visit to Obasanjo

  13-12-2025 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  A factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Taminu Turaki, on Saturday led a delegation of party leaders on a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his residence in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.According to Tribune, the delegation included former Niger State governor Babangida Aliyu, PDP Deputy National Chairman Taofeek Arapaja, former Plateau State governor Jonah Jang, and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello, among others. They were received by the Ogun State C
  
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• Nile University Holds 4th Medical Attestation Ceremony, Inducts New Set of Medical Doctors

  13-12-2025 13:38 via vanguardngr.com
  Nile University of Nigeria held its 4th Medical Attestation Ceremony, a significant and deeply symbolic event marking the formal induction of its newest MBBS graduates into the medical profession. The ceremony, which was attended by top government functionaries, senior medical practitioners, faculty members, proud parents, and students, celebrated the transition of the 4th cohort of Nile University medical graduates from training to practice.In his welcome address, Vice-Chancellor of Nile Unive
  
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• Borno LG Polls: Massive voter turnout, peaceful conduct, says Dalori

  13-12-2025 13:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriThe Deputy National Chairman (DNC) North of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori has expressed satisfaction with the impressive voter turnout witnessed during the Borno State local government elections on Saturday 13th December, 2025, describing it as a clear sign of public trust in the democratic process, rule of law and grassroots inclusivity.The APC Chieftain commended the orderly conduct of voters across the state and praised their commi
  
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• Roads to success, failure look alike, KWASU VC advises graduating students

  13-12-2025 13:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi IlorinThe Vice Chancellor of Kwara State University, Malete, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh, has charged the graduating students of 2024/2025 to be optimistic, hopeful and confident, stressing that the road to success and the one to failure look alike.The Vice Chancellor who said this in his address during the convocation ceremony held in the university on Saturday further charged them to be game changers, having been equipped with unique abilities, both critical and han
  
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• Yobe emerges overall best state in 2025 PHC Leadership Challenge, wins $1.2m prizes

  13-12-2025 13:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru, ABUJAYOBE state has  emerged the overall Best Performing State at the third edition of the National Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge Awards.The award was organised yesterday late night by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the umbrella body of the thirty-six state governors in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and UNICEF, with support from the Bill and Melind
  
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• Fans vandalise India stadium after Messi’s abrupt exit

  13-12-2025 12:41 via vanguardngr.com
  Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch at a stadium in India after football star Lionel Messi, who is on a three-day tour of the country, abruptly left the arena.As a part of a so-called GOAT Tour, the 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar touched down in the eastern state of West Bengal early Saturday, greeted by a chorus of exuberant fans chanting his name.Hours later, thousands of fans wearing Messi jerseys and waving the Argentine flag packed into Salt Lake s
  
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• NGX Weekly Review: Investors rake in N1.54trn gain

  13-12-2025 12:29 via vanguardngr.com
  The NGX All-Share Index and Market Capitalisation appreciated by 1.63 per cent and 1.64 per cent to close the week at 149,433.26 and N95.264 trillion respectively.These are compared with 147,040.08 and N93.722 trillion recorded in the previous week.As a result, stock market investors gained N1.542 trillion for the week under review.Similarly, all other indices finished higher with the exception of NGX Banking, NGX AFR Div. Yield, NGX MERI Growth, NGX MERI Value, NGX Oil and Gas, NGX Sovereign B
  
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• Troops repel ISWAP attack on Mairari base, recover arms, motorcycles

  13-12-2025 12:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriTroops have repelled a failed attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Mairari in Borno State, neutralising two vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs) and recovering arms and other items during a follow-up operation.Sources revealed on Saturday that the terrorists attempted to attack the base but were thwarted, with several of them killed and others wounded.Another source said that the terrorists e
  
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• Delegates set for APC primary election in Osun

  13-12-2025 11:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOver 1,600 delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate ahead of the 2026 governorship election.The party’s electoral committee concluded accreditation of the delegates around 10am, paving the way for the primary to commence any moment from now.The number of delegates elected for the exercise is 1,660 on the basis of five delegates per local government and the area office in Modakeke.The ve
  
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• Bayelsa gov Diri mourns late deputy, Ewhrudjakpo

  13-12-2025 11:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Samuel Oyadongha, YenagoaGovernor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has described his late deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a friend with whom he had an outstanding relationship and who was never seen or treated as a subordinate.A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Daniel Alabrah, quoted Senator Diri as stating this on Friday night when he led a delegation comprising state legislators and top government officials on a visit to Mrs Beatrice Ewhrudjakpo and his late deputy’s fa
  
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• Full list of Premier League players going to AFCON

  13-12-2025 11:14 via vanguardngr.com
  The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, bringing together the continent’s top national teams.A total of 25 players plying their trade in the English Premier League are currently in line to feature at the tournament, underlining the league’s continued influence on African football. The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, and Nigeria lead in Premier League representation, with four players ea
  
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• We’re proud of you – Fubara hails Wike

  13-12-2025 10:31 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTRivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has felicitated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Chief Nyesom Wike, on his 58th birthday, describing him as a leader whose commitment to public service continues to yield visible results.Fubara, in a goodwill message he personally signed in Port Harcourt on Saturday, said the state is proud of the former governor of Rivers State for the infrastructural development under his watch in Abuja as the
  
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• FG begins expanded investigations to determine exploitation in airfares

  13-12-2025 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), says it has commenced an expanded investigation into pricing templates behind high ticket rates charge by some airlines on some domestic routes.A statement issued by Mr Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission in Abuja on Friday, said the investigation was to establish possible violations of the provisions of the law.Ijagwu said that concerns had been expressed widely in the past few days over what appea
  
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• FG begins expanded investigations to determine exploitation in airfare price

  13-12-2025 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), says it has commenced an expanded investigation into pricing templates behind high ticket rates charge by some airlines on some domestic routes.A statement issued by Mr Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission in Abuja on Friday, said the investigation was to establish possible violations of the provisions of the law.Ijagwu said that concerns had been expressed widely in the past few days over what appea
  
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• Nigeria’s rising despite challenges, says Interior minister

  13-12-2025 09:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that Nigeria is steadily rising despite its challenges, stressing that the nation’s future will be shaped by unity, deepened institutional reforms and a renewed national spirit among citizens.Tunji-Ojo stated this on Friday night while receiving an Award of Excellence in Public Service from Obafemi Awolowo University at the Oduduwa Hall, Ile-Ife, Osun state.He noted that the honour went beyond personal recogni
  
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• Trump, Andrew, Bill Clinton, Gates appear in new Epstein photos

  13-12-2025 09:39 via vanguardngr.com
  Democratic US lawmakers have released two new batches of photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, revealing details of the convicted paedophile’s home and ties to the rich and powerful.US President Donald Trump, former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and former Trump adviser Steve Bannon are among the high-profile figures featured in the photos. The images, many of which have been seen before, do not imply wrongdoing.The nearly 100 photos released by members of the House Oversight Co
  
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• ‘One of the shining stars of my cabinet’ – Tinubu celebrates Wike on his 58th Birthday

  13-12-2025 09:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Idowu BankolePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, on his birthday, December 13, praising his performance in office and contributions to national development.In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu joined family, friends and associates in celebrating the former Rivers State governor, thanking God for a life mar
  
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• NDA denies inaction on missing cadet, says parents notified 

  13-12-2025 09:31 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), has denied inaction on a missing Cadet, Stephen Gani, insisting that his parents were duly notified.The academy’s Public Relations Officer, Maj. Reuben Kovangiya, made the clarification in a statement issued on Friday in Kaduna.
  Kovangiya said, “The attention of the NDA has been drawn to reports circulating across various online media platforms as regards the missing of Cadet Stephen Gani.”He said the report alleged that the cadet mysterious
  
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• State of Affairs: ‘If you give me $1bn to join politics, I won’t ‘ – Oyedepo

  13-12-2025 09:26 via vanguardngr.com
  ***I warned the church of trouble in 2015By Olayinka AjayiThe Presiding Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, LFC, Dr David Olaniyi Oyedepo, has reaffirmed that not even $1 billion can make him join politics.Speaking during the impartation service of the church’s annual convocation, Shiloh 2025, the Bishop urged the church to focus on their area of calling, where they can rule their world and be enlisted in the end-time God’s army.He said, “In 2015, I warned the church
  
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• The toy-boy who turns into love-sick monster!

  13-12-2025 09:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bunmi SofolaWhat unbridled passion could make a woman seduce a lad? Isn’t every gangling boy’s fantasy is luring a matured woman to bed for his first and subsequent sexual experiences? Ironically, there are women out there who find unfettered lads attractive.
  Nora was one of them – until she got her fingers burnt. A divorced mother of two lovely boys, by age 36, she’d been divorced but living in her own house with a couple of cars to complement her life-style.
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• Manufacturers of coups and bandits   

  13-12-2025 08:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Uzor Maxim UzoatuCoups and bandits are all the rage these days. Just the other day, December 7 to be exact, there was the hot news that soldiers of neighbouring Benin Republic Armed Forces led by Lt-Col Pascal Tigri had staged a coup ousting President Patrice Talon.  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria was quick on the take to announce that he had ordered Nigeria troops to foil the Benin coup. There were gasps in some quarters that a country that can abort a coup in another
  
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• Kano bans parallel Hisbah group

  13-12-2025 08:40 via vanguardngr.com
  The Kano State Government has issued an Executive Order banning a group called ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi,’ describing it as illegal and dangerous.Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi-Waiyya, confirmed this on Friday, saying the order was signed by Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf.He said the order was issued under the governor’s constitutional powers to maintain public peace and enforce state laws in line with section 5(2).According to him, the Kan
  
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• ‘Fisabilillahi threatening public peace’ – Kano govt bans parallel Hisbah group

  13-12-2025 08:40 via vanguardngr.com
  The Kano State Government has issued an Executive Order banning a group called ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi,’ describing it as illegal and dangerous.Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi-Waiyya, confirmed this on Friday, saying the order was signed by Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf.He said the order was issued under the governor’s constitutional powers to maintain public peace and enforce state laws in line with section 5(2).According to him, the Kan
  
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• 50 Cent’s ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning” deepens Diddy’s legal woes

  13-12-2025 08:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan Abdultawab50 Cent’s Netflix documentary series ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ has placed Sean “Diddy” Combs under intense scrutiny, revisiting his role in the turbulent 1990s hip hop scene and reigniting public questions about the unsolved murders of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G.The four part series, executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, has sparked heated debate as old controversies res
  
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• Is Anita Joseph really Nollywood ‘Most Natural Curvy Actress?

  13-12-2025 08:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Benjamin NjokuAcclaimed actress and gospel minister Anita Joseph is known for flaunting her voluptuous figure on social media, often referring to herself as the “Most Natural Curvy girl in Nollywood.”While other well endowed actresses such as Tracy Edwin, Destiny Etiko and Moyo Lawal also command attention, Joseph’s self appointed title has sparked debate among fans.Joseph, who crowned herself with the title last year, continues to draw eyes with her
  
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• Art Maestro, Fidelis Atumah to feature in Uncle Sam Amuka exhibition

  13-12-2025 08:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Prisca Sam-DuruNigerian art circles are abuzz with anticipation for the forthcoming Uncle Sam Amuka (USA) Exhibition in Lagos, which promises to showcase some of the country’s most brilliant artistic talents.The USA inaugural exhibition titled, “The Beginning”, is organised by Tourist Club International in collaboration with Vanguard Newspapers.The exhibition is scheduled to hold at Alexis Gallery, 282 Akin Olugbade street, off Idowu Martins, Victoria Island, Lago
  
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• ‘Second Thoughts’: A delicate choice between ‘Japa’ and ‘Japada’

  13-12-2025 08:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Prisca Sam-Duru“Abroad does not mean you’ve made it, but you’ve made it impossible to cry in public.” That’s deep! And that line taken from a thrilling one-man play titled, “Second Thoughts,” best describes the situation most Nigerians who ‘japa-ed’ (migrated) abroad are facing.Read Also: Igbo Origin: Enugu Sports Club lecture refutes Igbo-Jewish ancestry claimBut the producer of “Second Thoughts,” Emmanuel Okocha is cert
  
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• Igbo Origin: Enugu Sports Club lecture refutes Igbo-Jewish ancestry claim

  13-12-2025 07:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dennis Agbo  The Elite Enugu Sports Club was tense in the conversation, when its Chess Conclave section held a maiden annual lecture where it probed the long held view that the Igbo migrated from the Jewish community.Read Also: To fathers everywhere. . ., by Stephanie ShaakaaTo dissect the discourse, the club invited an emeritus professor of Anthropology in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka; Peter-Jazzy Ezeh, who cited many books, starting from the 18th century to the pre
  
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• To fathers everywhere. . ., by Stephanie Shaakaa

  13-12-2025 07:26 via vanguardngr.com
  For many adults, the answer is tangled. Some feel resentment. Some feel nothing. Some feel love, but from a distance. For so many, a father is remembered more as authority than affection. Present in structure, absent in spirit.Read Also: Man like Senator Natasha, by Stephanie ShaakaaFathers are often the commanders of the home. Respected, needed, yet emotionally out of reach. Many of these men are not lonely today because they were bad. They are lonely because they lived at the center
  
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