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• 6 Delta PDP House of Reps members defect to APC

  06-05-2025 14:29 via vanguardngr.com
  Six Delta People’s Democratic Party (PDP) members in the House of Representatives on Tuesday defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).Thedefected lawmakers include Reps. Nnamdi Ezechi, Jonathan Ukodiko, Nicholas Mutu, Thomas Ereyitomi, Julius Pondi and Victor Nwokolo.Announcing their defection, the Speaker, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas welcomed them to the ruling APC.The defected members in their separate letters of resignation relied on the crisis in the PDP as the reason for their d
  
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• ‘No Mercy for Bandits’: Tinubu allocates N5.41trn to overhaul national security

  19-12-2025 18:01 via vanguardngr.com
  ABUJA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a “zero-tolerance” war against violent non-state actors, unveiling a massive ₦5.41 trillion allocation for Defence and Security in the 2026 Appropriation Bill.Presenting the 2026 budget, themed “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity,” to a Joint Session of the National Assembly on Friday, the President announced a fundamental shift in Nigeria’s internal security strategy. Under
  
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• 2026 BUDGET: President Tinubu’s full speech

  19-12-2025 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  2026 BUDGET SPEECH“BUDGET OF CONSOLIDATION, RENEWED RESILIENCE AND SHARED PROSPERITY”Presented by:His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFRPresident, Federal Republic of Nigeria, At the Joint Session of the National Assembly, Abuja, Friday, 19 December 2025PROTOCOLSDistinguished Senate President,Rt. Honourable Speaker and Honourable Members of the House of Representatives,Distinguished Senators and Honourable Members of the National Assembly,Fellow Nigerians,1.I am here today
  
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• Morocco 2025: Super Eagles target fourth crown as biggest AFCON kicks off

  19-12-2025 17:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria’s arrival in Fés on Thursday evening, aboard a chartered flight from their final training camp in Cairo, signalled the reality of a stout challenge for a fourth continental title as the 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals commence in the Kingdom of Morocco on Sunday.Winners at home in 1980, and in Tunisia in 1994 and South Africa in 2013, the Super Eagles will launch their onslaught for another title against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars on Tuesday in the historical city of F&
  
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• Ondo magistrates, other judicial officers  to begin strike in January over judicial autonomy

  19-12-2025 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  —- Says state govt paying lip service to autonomyBy Dayo Johnson, AkureThe Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers across Ondo State, are to withdraw their services with effect from January 5, 2026.This was sequel to what they described as the “continued lip service by the State Executive to the issue of financial autonomy for the Judiciary.”According to them ” the lack of genuine implementation of judici
  
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• Top 10 African countries with largest economies in 2025

  19-12-2025 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabEvery nation survives on its economic strengths. In Africa, economic landscape continues to evolve, shaped by population growth, industrial expansion, natural resources and increasing digital innovation.In this article, the top 10 African countries with the largest economies in 2025 are highlighted. The ranking is based mainly on Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a key indicator used to measure the overall size and strength of an economy within a given year.These nations are not
  
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• Delta: Police nab woman for allegedly selling her baby

  19-12-2025 17:33 via vanguardngr.com
  The Police Command in Delta has arrested a female suspect over alleged selling of her two-months-old baby in the state.Spokesman for the command, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this to newsmen on Friday in Warri.Edafe said that the suspect, who was the mother of the infant, allegedly staged the abduction of the baby.He said that the incident occurred on Monday within the Ekpan Link Road in Uvwie Local Government Area of the state.Edafe explained that shortly after the incident, the suspect reported
  
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• Nwaoboshi was a fearless voice for his people – Delta APC

  19-12-2025 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has described the late former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, as a committed party man and a fearless voice for his people.The party said his death marked the loss of a politician who remained actively engaged in the political and democratic life of the country until his final days.Reacting to the development, the State Chairman of the APC, Elder Omeni Sobotie, in a statemen
  
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• PANDEF backs Tinubu’s oil sector shake-up, urges FG to set up modular refinery Devt fund

  19-12-2025 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  …Hails Appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as NUPRC CEO…Seeks Greater Niger Delta Stake, Environmental CleanupBy Henry Umoru, AbujaThe Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, expressing confidence that the changes would be comprehensive and sustained.PANDEF said consistency in policy direction and leadership wa
  
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• Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is dead, Oborevwori mourns

  19-12-2025 16:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaFormer Senator who represented Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead.Details surrounding his death were yet to be made public as of the time of filing this report.Reacting to the development, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker, describing his death as a great loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and Nigeria as a whole.In a condolence
  
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• Breaking: Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is dead, Oborevwori mourns

  19-12-2025 16:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaFormer Senator who represented Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead.Details surrounding his death were yet to be made public as of the time of filing this report.Reacting to the development, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker, describing his death as a great loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and Nigeria as a whole.In a condolence
  
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• Police withdrawal: ‘Some lawmakers may not go home today,’ Akpabio tells Tinubu

  19-12-2025 16:44 via vanguardngr.com
  Senate President Godswill Akpabio has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reconsider the directive withdrawing police orderlies from members of the National Assembly, citing safety concerns.Akpabio made the plea on Friday during the presentation of the 2026 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly, warning that some lawmakers feared they might be unable to return home safely following the withdrawal.His words: “As we direct the security agencies to withdraw policemen from criti
  
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• What INEC told warring PDP factions

  19-12-2025 16:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJA The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Friday, told the two rival factions of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to urgently “put their house in order” ahead of critical off-season elections.Read Also: INEC wades into PDP leadership crisis, summons factionsINEC gave the admonition during a meeting to which it summoned both PDP factions.
  The session, which began mid-day, brought face-to-face the Tanimu Turaki-led bloc and the faction backed by
  
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• Breaking: Tinubu presents N58 trn 2026 budget

  19-12-2025 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru & Gift Chapi Odekina, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu on Friday presented the N58.18 trillion 2026 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly.He also declared that all armed groups operating outside state authority would henceforth be treated as terrorists, as he vowed tougher security action, stricter budget discipline and deeper economic reforms.Tagged the “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity”, the proposal seeks to lock in recen
  
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• Trump appeals judge’s order restoring Harvard funds

  19-12-2025 16:07 via vanguardngr.com
  The Trump administration has appealed a court order that largely restored funding it had cut from Harvard University for allegedly tolerating antisemitism and harboring liberal bias.Harvard has been at the forefront of Donald Trump’s campaign against top US universities after it defied his calls to submit to oversight of its curriculum, staffing, student recruitment and “viewpoint diversity.”Trump and his administration moved to freeze billions of dollars of funding for the un
  
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• Senate confirms Mohammed, Eyesan as NMDPRA, NUPRC CEOs

  19-12-2025 15:51 via vanguardngr.com
  The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Saidu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as chief executive officers of Nigeria’s key petroleum regulatory agencies.While Eyesan was confirmed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Saidu Mohammed was confirmed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the confirmations follow
  
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• The great Copa FGF from Brazil

  19-12-2025 15:48 via vanguardngr.com
  The Copa FGF, officially the “Copa Federação Gaúcha de Futebol”, is the main state-cup competition of Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. And with online sports betting 1xBet, you will always be able to wager on this interesting tournament too.It was founded in 2004 to provide a competitive calendar for clubs outside the top national divisions during the 2nd half of the year, when the main state league (the Campeonato Gaúcho) is inactive.
  
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• Top 3 Best Essay Writing Services Students Can Rely On — Tried & Tested, Reviews

  19-12-2025 15:45 via vanguardngr.com
  Top 3 Best Essay Writing Services Online in 2026College life can feel overwhelming, but how do students handle the stress and all their assignments? More people are buying essay writing services, especially with the increasing number of students. Many realize they simply don’t have time to get everything done.Productivity tools have become essential for students balancing classes, side activities, and personal commitments. However, with so many options available, it can be challengin
  
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• Bexlorit Review [UK] 2025: Legit Or Scam? Truth!

  19-12-2025 15:38 via vanguardngr.com
  Bexlorit is an advanced online investment platform that simplifies the investment process for both novice and experienced investors, allowing them to maximize their returns with ease. Leveraging the power of artificial intelligence and sophisticated algorithms, the platform provides highly accurate investment insights and actionable market signals. Designed to deliver consistent performance across a range of market conditions, Bexlorit aims to help users achieve steady, reliable returns with mi
  
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• We’ve rebuilt Ogoni water projects that collapsed – HYPREP

  19-12-2025 15:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTHydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project, HYPREP, said it has rebuilt the two water facilities that collapsed in Ogoni communities in Rivers State, out of the 16 water projects it has built.Read Also: Ogoni shocker: HYPREP water tank collapses 3 days after commissioning HYPREP said while the water facility that collapsed at Ebubu in Eleme Local Government Area has been rebuilt and put in use, that the one in Gwara Community, Khana LGA is still under rec
  
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• Tinubu at NASS to present 2026 Budget to Joint Session of National Assembly

  19-12-2025 15:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru & Gift Chapi,OdekinaABUJA- President Bola Tinubu has commenced the presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja.The President arrived at the chamber amid tight security at 3.01pm, and was received by the leadership of the Senate and House of Representatives, marking the formal kick-off of the 2026 budget cycle.The opening prayer was said by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, APC, Abia North at 3.05pm.In attendance at the joint sitting
  
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• FEC approves N58.4 7trn for 2026 budget proposal

  19-12-2025 15:03 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Executive Council (FEC), on Friday, approved an N58.47 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year.Mr Tanimu Yakubu, the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, made this known while briefing newsmen after the FEC meeting, held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that in the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) reviewed, the total size of the budget is N54.46 trillio
  
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• 10 most iconic cities in the world

  19-12-2025 14:49 via vanguardngr.com
  Some cities transcend borders, cultures, and generations, becoming global symbols of history, influence, and human achievement. From ancient landmarks to modern skylines, these cities have shaped art, politics, fashion, commerce, and global culture.
  Here are 10 of the most iconic cities in the world, celebrated for their timeless appeal and global significance.1. Paris, FranceOften called the City of Light, Paris is synonymous with romance, art and elegance. Home to world-famous landmarks like
  
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• [Photos] 2027: Kano ex-lawmakers throw weight behind Tinubu, Barau

  19-12-2025 14:45 via vanguardngr.com
  Former federal lawmakers from Kano State have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term and Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, for the Kano State governorship ahead of the 2027 general elections.The endorsement was announced in a statement signed by Ismail Mudashir, Special Adviser to the Deputy President of the Senate on Media and Publicity, following a courtesy visit by the former lawmakers to Senator Barau in Abuja on Friday.Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Hon.
  
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• How Police found 131 vandalised armoured electricity cables in tinted-glass vehicle

  19-12-2025 14:38 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiOperatives of the FCT Police Command in the early hours of Friday, foiled attempts by criminal elements who had vandalised several transformers and electricity distribution armoured cables in Abuja to move about 100 of such cables to their buyers with a tinted-glassed vehicle.Read Also: INEC wades into PDP leadership crisis, summons factionsThe vehicle conveying the stolen cables had an accident after the driver sighted a Police patrol team.Following the accident and escape o
  
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• Supreme Court dismisses INEC’s appeal against SDP, awards N2m cost

  19-12-2025 14:33 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, ABUJAThe Supreme Court, on Friday, dismissed as lacking in merit an appeal the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, filed to query the leadership of the Social Democratic Party, SDP.The Commission, through its team of lawyers, sought to set aside the October 17 judgement of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which upheld an order that compelled it to include SDP candidates in by-elections that were conducted across 12 states of the federation.INEC faulted the appel
  
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• Arsenal in the ‘right place’ as Arteta marks six years at club

  19-12-2025 14:18 via vanguardngr.com
  Mikel Arteta believes his transformation of Arsenal has put the Gunners in a position to win major trophies as he celebrates six years as manager.Victory at Arteta’s former club Everton on Saturday will guarantee Arsenal are top of the Premier League at Christmas as they aim to win the title for the first time since 2003/04.An FA Cup success early in the Spaniard’s reign is the only major trophy Arteta has delivered, but he has turned Arsenal back into Premier League title contender
  
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• FCCPC unseals Ikeja Electric hqtrs after compliance undertaking on consumer rights

  19-12-2025 13:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress GodfreyThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has lifted the seal placed on the headquarters of Ikeja Electric Plc after the power firm agreed to comply with regulatory directives over consumer rights violations.Read Also: INEC wades into PDP leadership crisis, summons factionsThe Commission, in a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, stated that the decision followed a binding undertaking by Ikeja Elec
  
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• Tinubu writes NASS again, seeks repeal, re-enactment of 2024, 2025 budgets

  19-12-2025 13:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted fresh Appropriation (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bills for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years to the House of Representatives, seeking legislative approval to reset Nigeria’s budget framework in line with current fiscal realities, improve implementation discipline and end the overlap of multiple running budgets.In a letter dated December 18, 2025, and addressed to the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, the President, asked the
  
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• Tinubu write NASS again seeks repeal, re-enactment of 2024, 2025 budgets

  19-12-2025 13:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted fresh Appropriation (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bills for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal years to the House of Representatives, seeking legislative approval to reset Nigeria’s budget framework in line with current fiscal realities, improve implementation discipline and end the overlap of multiple running budgets.In a letter dated December 18, 2025, and addressed to the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, the President, asked the
  
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